rwmagnus Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 At this point, the 23 and/or the 27 seems my pick. However, the new GAP models appeal to me too. Why doesn't Glock's web site show their new GAP guns? Dunno but I had a chance to shoot the baby GAP Glock, very nice. Still 10 rounds of .40S&W in the G27 to go along with the G23, the 45 GAP never had a chance. It's basically a G27 in a different caliber. IMO the whole reason the GAP was developed was to put a .45 caliber round on the small frame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSGF109 Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 Glock 23 for .40S&W and G30 for .45 ACP nuff said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Sinko Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 If I had to carry a Glock I'd choose my 21 with 230 gr. Gold Dot +P and probably be content but I do not trust the autos and I always carry either a 4" Redhawk or S&W 625. Dave Sinko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jobob Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 Don't know how you could NOT trust a Glock! Oh well, each to his own. I usually carry either the 23 (carried one on and off duty for about 12 years), a 27, or a 36. Lately I've been partial to the 36 (single stack 45 ACP). It conceals well and is comfortable to carry since it doesn't feel like it sticks into my side so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E5MC Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 I'd get another G19. Then you'll have 2 of the best CCW pistols available period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madcap Magician Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 Stick with the 19. Best Glock made. Use the certificate for something bigger like a 17 or 34. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Carlin Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 G-29, make mine 10! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle40 Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 Glock 23 in a Comptac IWB holster is my choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L9X25 Posted February 18, 2008 Share Posted February 18, 2008 I carry a 27 and am totally satisfied with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jobob Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 There ya go! As long as you get a Glock, I think you'll be satisfied! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suburban Commando Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 I've carried everything up to a G21. I'm pretty sure that I could pull off a 34 or 35, too. A 17L or 24 might be pushing it, but other than that, just pick one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichiganShootist Posted February 19, 2008 Share Posted February 19, 2008 I carried a G-36 for a number of years and found it to be a lot easier to grip and draw vs. the G-30 or even the 9 mm and 40 S & W mini-guns. The pistol was utterly reliable witn every possible ammo I could feed it. I'd rather have 8 rounds of .45 than 10 of 9 mm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havasu 32 Posted February 23, 2008 Share Posted February 23, 2008 .. .. ...I Kind-a like the G33 myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiChiGunR Posted February 24, 2008 Share Posted February 24, 2008 G30 here but like someone said above you wont go wrong with any Glock you choose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rico567 Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 Keeping in mind that my opinions are based completely on non-concealed carry, as I live in the great state of IL, my arrival at the ideal carry Glock is rather like Goldilocks. My full-sized Glocks were clearly too large for the task. I borrowed and used the G30 and G27. The former was too bulky, and both of these minis didn't support the little finger except with add-ons. Not a big deal for some, but a non-starter for me. That left the G23, since 9mm is not an option. It seems to hit all the marks for me, and very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punkin Chunker Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 (edited) Currently own a model 19 and won a certificate for a free Glock. In your humble opinion, what is the best for CCW: 27,30,29, or 23....or....something else? Now that there's already been a ton of great advice from some really knowledgeable people, my .02 (inflation adjusted): Get something you will use in competition. Not for the "tactical" experience, but for the gunhandling experience. If you already compete with your G19, then don't get something different to carry -- carry the 19 and either get a new one just for S&G's, or a backup 19. (Edited comment) If your competition 19 is modified, you might want the 19 you carry to be box-stock. My free advice -- worth every dime. Edited March 30, 2008 by Punkin Chunker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spook Posted March 30, 2008 Share Posted March 30, 2008 If I had the right to carry a gun, I would buy the same gun I compete with (or vice versa). Why not buy a G19 for competition, so you have the competition gun you don't really have to look after (reliability wise). And you can carry the gun that gets least use. Set them up identically and you won't really notice the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Hefta Posted April 5, 2008 Share Posted April 5, 2008 I carry a G27, I didn't like the short grip so I installed the plus two base pad and now I love the feel of the gun. It is very concealable, I carry a extra mag from a G23 so I have plenty of ammo if I need it. 12 in the gun and 15 on my belt. (I have a plus two base pad on the extra mag also.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninemmbill Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 I also carry a G-27. I wanted somthing with enough stopping power, and I already shooting .40 in limited. Living in southern Nevada, I also needed something which is very concealable because it gets so damn hot here in the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-ManBart Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 In the colder months I carry a Glock 22 in a Kramer vertical belt scabbard and a G27 in an Alessi ankle rig. When it warms up I switch to a G23 in another Kramer VBS (still keep the G27). If I had to pick just one I'd probably go with the G23, but it would be tempting to go with the G27. I shoot my 27 nearly as well as my 23, but the reloads are pretty slow. When I'm wearing just one gun 98% of the time it's the 23. R, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
needknees Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Stick with the 19. Best Glock made. Use the certificate for something bigger like a 17 or 34. I agree. If you don't want to front any more money with the cert just go with a 17. Great for competition, good for winter carry if you can work around the longer grip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
safenate Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Having carried a Kahr P40 Covert, i'll looking at closing a deal on a G26. I'm about 6' 1" 225 lbs and could hide larger, but i'm trying to stick with one caliber and one brand. If 11 rounds of 400+ ft/lbs doesn't do the job, i should have brought the 500 Mag! I may consider a G20(SF, hopefully) for an open woods carry at some point too. Would also make a good .40 competition platform... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jobob Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 Whatever Glock you choose, just remember: a 9mm is a 45 set on stun! Sorry, couldn't help it. I heard someone say that recently and thought it was funny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane Thomas Posted April 21, 2008 Share Posted April 21, 2008 I never heard anyone say a 34 would be a good carry gun, so I'm saying it now. I carried a Glock 34 for about four years. Shot it in USPSA and IDPA. My previous carry gun had been a full-sized 1911 .45, and my attitude was, "If I can carry and conceal a 1911, I can carry and conceal a Glock 34." The main difference, of course, being the G34 was just one hell of a lot lighter. Recently I switched to a Glock 17 for carry and match use, not because I had a problem with the G34, but just because I like the idea of competing with the least common denominator handgun. Shoot a near-stock G17 in competition, certainly no one can accuse you of beating them with esoteric equipment/buying the win! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Snyder Posted May 19, 2008 Share Posted May 19, 2008 like most of the old guys on the forum, the search for the perfect carry gun is like search for the Holy Grail.... I made my decision before the small 45's and 357Sigs were out, and went the system route for the Florida weather... settled on 3 guns Glock 23 with Trijicon night sights small "mans" leather shoulder bag.... yea yea I know extra mag SureFire 6P OC spray (a 16inch ASP will fit too) SW442 for nightly walks, Fobus Paddle Beretta 21 in rimfire, Andrews left handed pocket holster..flat side out regards Les Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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