Glock 17 for next handgun

[Slater]

After looking at the various options I've decided to go with the G17 for a general purpose range plinker and HD weapon. I'm a novice to the Glock world but after firing a friend's G17 (and considering my somewhat limited budget) the G17 seems like a winner.

I'm told that this particular model is one of the more trouble-free Glocks and that new ones are the so-called "3rd Generation" models. Local prices average around $500-520 with one place selling them for $460.

For you G17 owners, have you been satisfied with the performance and reliability of this weapon?

[BigTinVA]

For you G17 owners, have you been satisfied with the performance and reliability of this weapon?

Absolutely! I own six G17's. You will not be making a bad choice at all with a G17 and it would be a major bonus to pick up a new one for $460. Enjoy it man.

[M4arc]

I'm very satisfied with the reliability and performance of my G17s (I own two of them).

I love the fact that the G17 is the original Glock, has proven itself in dozens of reliability test, holds 17 + 1 rounds and has a ton of accessory support.

However I just don't shoot the G17 as well as I do the G19. Do yourself a favor before you spend your hard earned money and shoot a G19 before you buy. Then decide which one to get first

[k9dpd]

I am just the opposite, I shoot my 17 better than my 19, its all about shooting both and see what you like.

[Beat Trash]

Can't go wrong with either the Glock 17 or 19.

If you aren't going to CCW the gun, then I'd go with the G17.

[variablebinary]

Great gun. I love me some Glocks

[graffex]

My handgun of choice

[Striker5]

The pistol I have that is carried and fired the most is my Glock 17.

Glock 17: $480 (including tax)
Bowie Tactical Concepts
-Glock 19 grip reduction: $70
-3 dot Ameriglo sights and installation: $100

The reduction gives me the oldest and most trouble free Glock top end and the better feel and more size efficient G19 grip. I shot it quite a bit before making the modifications, but could not be more pleased. Go for it!

[mark5pt56]

Fine piece of equipment. You can't go wrong.

[ddemis]

I bought my first glock in 1990 and still shoot it to this day. I carried it for my part time law enf. job and armored car duty with no complaints. Super reliable and great firepower,you wont go wrong.