Upgrade from 19 to 17, advantages

[MP9]

Hi guys.

I own a g19 gen 4 , i like it and use it for idpa, i am ssp expert and shoot producction unclassified.

I shoot some reloads of 147gr with stock recoil spring, - connector and replaced the trigger spring. With this reloads i feel less muzzle flip.

The g19 fit my hand very well, i dont have problem while reloading at all.

Now the thing is should upgrade to the 17 /34 or keep my 19 for a while. I prefer a shorter slide, i think i shoot and track the sights better with it.

I dont know yet what my classification is, maybe if i were a class A or master a glock 17 or 34 could help more. Probably i am B or C shooter.

The local matches where i go usually shoot at 5, 10 15 yards and sometimes 20.

Is there any good advantages for upgrading in my conditions? Maybe if i shoot minor pf the g34/17 could help more and in long shots.

Any advice?

[Sarge]

I personally think the 19 's short barrel is not ideal for USPSA. The 17 is about perfect for most people and the 34 is perfect for USPSA. I know that most of what we shoot is at 10 yards or so but once in awhile a 30 yard popper shows up. I think that is asking a lot out of a G19.

Also, I would worry about doing fast reloads with the 19. Doesn't part of your hand hang off the bottom of the grip? It's only a matter of time until you slam a mag home and catch some skin.

[BigBore56]

I think you would love a 34 once you shot it.

[Noximus03]

If you want to keep with your short barrel theme (I assume thats just confortable to you) then the 17 is your best choice with a Glock. However, a brilliant argument can be made for the G34 for Production shooting. Great balance, longer sight radius, etc, etc. Good luck in your choice.

[Glockman1000]

Anybody you know in your club have a 17 or 34 that you can shoot a few stages with to get some first hand experience? That would be a great way to try before you buy. Compensate them with some ammo or a few cold ones . Just don't out shoot them with their own guns..

[Liftedranger]

I think if i was going to go from a 19 to a 17/34. I would just skip the 17 and go for a 34 if competition is your goal. The advantage of going to the bigger gun is the sight radius. So makes sense to go for the longest which is the 34. Both have the 17/34 full size grip which makes it a touch easier for mag changes. But not really much different over the 19. The 17/34 will produce higher fps due to the longer barrel. The length and weight might help reduce recoil a touch. Honestly though. If your shooting the 19 well i'd just put the time into practice.

[Garyg19]

I personally think the 19 's short barrel is not ideal for USPSA. The 17 is about perfect for most people and the 34 is perfect for USPSA. I know that most of what we shoot is at 10 yards or so but once in awhile a 30 yard popper shows up. I think that is asking a lot out of a G19.

Also, I would worry about doing fast reloads with the 19. Doesn't part of your hand hang off the bottom of the grip? It's only a matter of time until you slam a mag home and catch some skin.

I've had many blood blisters on the heel of my hand from speed reloads with my G19. I recently bought a 34, the plan is to get it set up and practice with it over the winter then use it next season.