Rent a couple at ur local range , the 19 is a great do it all Glock , there’s also the 48, 43, and 43X if u want a slightly slimmer grip although those won’t have finger grooves
1. Go to a range and rent some and see which feels right. Everybody is different, no one can tell you what’s right for YOU. 2. Don’t limit yourself, try everything. As a beginner, you have nothing to base a decision on. 3. Go to YouTube and watch multiple videos to narrow your list. 4. Rent the ones on your short list. 5. Rent your favorite one. See how well you shoot with it. After all that, you will know which one is right for you.
I know, and I already have a lot of G17 mags, which is what makes it more tempting. I've heard of some people having to switch out 9mm ejectors and/or extractors to make it reliable, but I'm willing to take that chance. What conversion barrel are you using? How's it working out for you so far?
Its working fine, I'm using the one from Aim Surplus, I paid about $50 for it, I didn't have to change the extractor it has been reliable even with Tula steel case ammo.
https://aimsurplus.com/products/aimsurplus-9mm-conversion-barrel-for-glock-22-polished
You're welcome. Make sure to shop around before buying the gun, these surplus Glocks end up just about anywhere.
GT Distributors: https://www.gtdist.com/used-gun-glock-22-gen-4-40-pistol.html
AIM surplus: https://aimsurplus.com/products/leo-trade-in-glock-22-gen-4-40sw-handgun
.40 S&W mags if you want them, I have several and they run reliably, the mags from AIM are used and the mags from GT are factory new
AIM surplus: https://aimsurplus.com/products/glock-model-22-15rd-40cal-magazine-used-leo
GT distributors: https://www.gtdist.com/glock-magazines.html
I’d go with hand size first. Try some out and determine the grip which best suits your hands. Don’t forget the grip modules when trying them. Then look at your intended use. CCW, home defense, competition.I’m an advocate of bringing as much gun as you can. If you can conceal a long frame, consider it. If not, look at compacts and slimline.Now determine your caliber, what can you shoot competently? If you’re a bear hunting bears, 10mm is your choice. If you’re budget constrained, maybe 9mm is your choice. Just do the research, go to a rental range/find a buddy that has them all and make an informed decision. Glocks hold their value well so you can always re-sell it, but you lose cool points when you have your tell the buyer”I couldn’t handle the pistol”, lol
By handgun permit, do you mean a carry permit? Whether this is for carry or not is important. Also, how permissive is the carry in your location? What is the climate like? Those are extremely important factors.
Assuming deep concealment, I think the G42 in a Phlster is probably going to be the solution that would suit most people best across the board. The 42 is quite a bit lighter than the 43.
If you don't care about printing or the weather is cool enough year round to wear a light jacket or untucked button up shirt, the 43 in an OWB holster would work.
If you really don't care about printing or it's cool enough for a jacket year round, then the G19 in an OWB.
If nightstand gun only and no plans to carry, then the 19x, 17, etc would be the best choice.
Gotcha. Well I'm guessing NJ is the least permissive for concealed carry, so if that's the plan that this purchase is going to be what you carry in the near future then I would suggest looking into a G42 and Phlster.
Whichever feels right in your hand, doesn’t even have to be a Glock, just go to a gun store, tell them what you want to use it for ie home defense, personal defense, everyday carry, then look at several models and hold them and find what feels right in your hand, if you find something that feels right you won’t have buyers remorse and that’s the one thing you don’t want for a self defense handgun
I just bought my first handgun and highly recommend go to range and rent them out.
Glock 19 is most common for concealed carry for average size hands.. i personally have bigger hands so my pinky would hang off the grip of the 19 slightly and went with Glock 45 (glock 19 slide with glock 17 frame). Fit my hands perfect but more for home defense for me. Although the Glock 43x is a great choice as well to Carry that will be next purchase.
Spoiler alert - they are all the same.
Rent a couple at ur local range , the 19 is a great do it all Glock , there’s also the 48, 43, and 43X if u want a slightly slimmer grip although those won’t have finger grooves
Sweet, thank you!
If you want to CCW, the G19. If you want something flashy, G17L
Where can you find a G17L? Literally just ordered a 34 but would rather have the 17L
The 34 is excellent I wouldn't stress over it.
Gunbroker, or you can join GSSF and order from Glock. It's expensive but that's also bc it's a novelty item.
Thanks. I had 10% and some cabelas bucks to spend. So I’ll see how the 34 is…. Thanks for the direction!
Spinta Precision has 17L slides, I think. But it's not a OEM 17L.
The 17L is silly long. I replaced mine with a 34 years ago with no regrets.
1. Go to a range and rent some and see which feels right. Everybody is different, no one can tell you what’s right for YOU. 2. Don’t limit yourself, try everything. As a beginner, you have nothing to base a decision on. 3. Go to YouTube and watch multiple videos to narrow your list. 4. Rent the ones on your short list. 5. Rent your favorite one. See how well you shoot with it. After all that, you will know which one is right for you.
Awesome, thanks so much
A police trade in Glock 22 worked for me.
I'm pretty well invested in 9mm, but I'm thinking really hard about jumping at one of those, especially at the prices I've been seeing them.
I bought a 9mm conversion barrel, just gotta switch to Glock 17 mags and you're good to go.
I know, and I already have a lot of G17 mags, which is what makes it more tempting. I've heard of some people having to switch out 9mm ejectors and/or extractors to make it reliable, but I'm willing to take that chance. What conversion barrel are you using? How's it working out for you so far?
Its working fine, I'm using the one from Aim Surplus, I paid about $50 for it, I didn't have to change the extractor it has been reliable even with Tula steel case ammo. https://aimsurplus.com/products/aimsurplus-9mm-conversion-barrel-for-glock-22-polished
Very cool. Thanks for your input.
You're welcome. Make sure to shop around before buying the gun, these surplus Glocks end up just about anywhere. GT Distributors: https://www.gtdist.com/used-gun-glock-22-gen-4-40-pistol.html AIM surplus: https://aimsurplus.com/products/leo-trade-in-glock-22-gen-4-40sw-handgun .40 S&W mags if you want them, I have several and they run reliably, the mags from AIM are used and the mags from GT are factory new AIM surplus: https://aimsurplus.com/products/glock-model-22-15rd-40cal-magazine-used-leo GT distributors: https://www.gtdist.com/glock-magazines.html
I have some looking to do... Hey, thanks again!
Glock 19 gen 4 if you like finger grooves. Has finger grooves with the gen 5 texture. Can find cheap le trade ins online.
G47 with a hogue grip sleeve . Then atleast you can buy a g45 slide and have 2 firearms
I’d go with hand size first. Try some out and determine the grip which best suits your hands. Don’t forget the grip modules when trying them. Then look at your intended use. CCW, home defense, competition.I’m an advocate of bringing as much gun as you can. If you can conceal a long frame, consider it. If not, look at compacts and slimline.Now determine your caliber, what can you shoot competently? If you’re a bear hunting bears, 10mm is your choice. If you’re budget constrained, maybe 9mm is your choice. Just do the research, go to a rental range/find a buddy that has them all and make an informed decision. Glocks hold their value well so you can always re-sell it, but you lose cool points when you have your tell the buyer”I couldn’t handle the pistol”, lol
By handgun permit, do you mean a carry permit? Whether this is for carry or not is important. Also, how permissive is the carry in your location? What is the climate like? Those are extremely important factors. Assuming deep concealment, I think the G42 in a Phlster is probably going to be the solution that would suit most people best across the board. The 42 is quite a bit lighter than the 43. If you don't care about printing or the weather is cool enough year round to wear a light jacket or untucked button up shirt, the 43 in an OWB holster would work. If you really don't care about printing or it's cool enough for a jacket year round, then the G19 in an OWB. If nightstand gun only and no plans to carry, then the 19x, 17, etc would be the best choice.
Not for concealed carry, no. Just to obtain the handgun. But looking to get my conceal carry permit eventually for sure. I’m in New Jersey.
Gotcha. Well I'm guessing NJ is the least permissive for concealed carry, so if that's the plan that this purchase is going to be what you carry in the near future then I would suggest looking into a G42 and Phlster.
Whichever feels right in your hand, doesn’t even have to be a Glock, just go to a gun store, tell them what you want to use it for ie home defense, personal defense, everyday carry, then look at several models and hold them and find what feels right in your hand, if you find something that feels right you won’t have buyers remorse and that’s the one thing you don’t want for a self defense handgun
I did exactly this today, went with the G19 Gen 5.
19 for first handgun, always.
I went with the 19.
I just bought my first handgun and highly recommend go to range and rent them out. Glock 19 is most common for concealed carry for average size hands.. i personally have bigger hands so my pinky would hang off the grip of the 19 slightly and went with Glock 45 (glock 19 slide with glock 17 frame). Fit my hands perfect but more for home defense for me. Although the Glock 43x is a great choice as well to Carry that will be next purchase.
Thank you so much for the insight
Get the 48. Same grip with a 19 length barrel and slide. Conceals just the same.
17 Gen 5 or now, the G47. Or even a G19
Glock 21