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FNS 9C or Glock 26
- Thread starter Runt1122
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What did you prefer?
For what purpose? For carry, the glock wins because smaller in all dimensions. For me I am trying to cut as much as possible and every mm/oz counts. Here is a review of the two:
http://www.range365.com/shootout-glock-26-vs-fns-9-compact
Pukindog12
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I have a FNS 9c and can attest it is a superior gun in every way for me. The G26, or any other Glock for that matter, doesn't do anything equal or better than any other handgun offered out there. Unless being average is a qualifier.
Uncle Malice
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Have you really locked in your choices between these two?
Have you looked at the P320 subcompact? Same capacity as the FNS. Great trigger. Small package.
Have you looked at the P320 subcompact? Same capacity as the FNS. Great trigger. Small package.
Nakanokalronin
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I own Glocks, but am not a Glock fanatic so I found it interesting that...
So Glocks are sub-par when compared to every other handgun on the market?
The G26, or any other Glock for that matter, doesn't do anything equal or better than any other handgun offered out there.
So Glocks are sub-par when compared to every other handgun on the market?
Pukindog12
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^^^ For ME, yes. I do not like Glocks. So, for me, that statement holds true.
DubC-Hicks
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So it just doesn't do anything better FOR YOU? I'm sure the OP would like some reasons why, and I'm sure others have found the exact opposite (like me).
I was actually trying to decide between these two a few months ago. For me, the FNS9c fit my hand great, but I thought it was too big for its capacity. A Glock 19 is just a hair bigger, isn't any harder to conceal, and holds more rounds. The FNS9c with the pinky extension is actually longer than the Glock 19 grip. And the aftermarket for Glock is unbelievable. The FN? Not so much. Yet.
So a Glock 26 with a +2 pinky extension has about the same length grip as an FNS9c without the pinky extension, with the same capacity. Plus the Glock aftermarket. That's what my pick would be. I actually ended up getting a Glock 19 and a Glock 43, instead of limiting myself to the Glock 26, which I find a little fat for t-shirt carry, and too small for hoodie/jacket weather when I can carry something bigger.
I was actually trying to decide between these two a few months ago. For me, the FNS9c fit my hand great, but I thought it was too big for its capacity. A Glock 19 is just a hair bigger, isn't any harder to conceal, and holds more rounds. The FNS9c with the pinky extension is actually longer than the Glock 19 grip. And the aftermarket for Glock is unbelievable. The FN? Not so much. Yet.
So a Glock 26 with a +2 pinky extension has about the same length grip as an FNS9c without the pinky extension, with the same capacity. Plus the Glock aftermarket. That's what my pick would be. I actually ended up getting a Glock 19 and a Glock 43, instead of limiting myself to the Glock 26, which I find a little fat for t-shirt carry, and too small for hoodie/jacket weather when I can carry something bigger.
Nakanokalronin
New member
^^^ For ME, yes. I do not like Glocks. So, for me, that statement holds true.
Ah okay.
I do not like glocks, but chose and would choose the 26 of the two options. Simply because the 26 has been around longer and is more proven. Also spare parts are easier to obtain. I have fired a
Glock 17 g3
Glock 19 g3
Glock 20 g3
Glock 21 g2
Glock 23 g3
Glock 26 g4
Glock 42 (If that is the newer .380 model)
I had the greatest accuracy with the model 42 and model 17. But shot the G26 well for what it is. The grip on the 26 to me is fairly uncomfortable but it is a small reliable subcompact double stack........
Glock 17 g3
Glock 19 g3
Glock 20 g3
Glock 21 g2
Glock 23 g3
Glock 26 g4
Glock 42 (If that is the newer .380 model)
I had the greatest accuracy with the model 42 and model 17. But shot the G26 well for what it is. The grip on the 26 to me is fairly uncomfortable but it is a small reliable subcompact double stack........
Bartholomew Roberts
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I've only shot the FNX-9, which I like better from an ergonomics, accuracy, and trigger perspective. However, FN seems to be having some teething troubles with it that make me wary of it. My Glock 26 on the other hand just keeps on chugging along. Extreme reliability and durability with incredible ease of maintenance.
If I was confident or even hopeful the FN could deliver Glock-like durability, I'd be all over it after I'd given it a shakedown cruise to sort out any issues the factory might have missed.
If I was confident or even hopeful the FN could deliver Glock-like durability, I'd be all over it after I'd given it a shakedown cruise to sort out any issues the factory might have missed.
About 5 years ago, I bought a G26 3rd gen on a whim from an Armslist ad. The guy who owned it decided he liked manual safeties. $300. Somebody had rounded the hook on the front of the trigger guard, but they did a good job, and I like it. Otherwise, it looked new.
When I got it to the range, I was amazed to find that I shot it as well as the Browning HiPower I'd shot and carried for a couple decades. The 10" steel plates my club has at 40yds were easy to hit with the little glock. The bowling pin table was quick and easy to clear.
I use a simple, basic kydex IWB clip on holster, and find it disappears under a Tshirt or polo. And the old school finish and polymer frame don't object to my sweaty body in the summer.
Of the handguns I own, the G26 would be the last I'd sell.
Really, the question should be...one of the most proven designs on the face of the planet supported by a vast aftermarket, and plenty of cheap magazines in capacities from 10 to 33rd....or something else.
When I got it to the range, I was amazed to find that I shot it as well as the Browning HiPower I'd shot and carried for a couple decades. The 10" steel plates my club has at 40yds were easy to hit with the little glock. The bowling pin table was quick and easy to clear.
I use a simple, basic kydex IWB clip on holster, and find it disappears under a Tshirt or polo. And the old school finish and polymer frame don't object to my sweaty body in the summer.
Of the handguns I own, the G26 would be the last I'd sell.
Really, the question should be...one of the most proven designs on the face of the planet supported by a vast aftermarket, and plenty of cheap magazines in capacities from 10 to 33rd....or something else.
testuser79
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I voted FN-9c, but, generally the decision between S&W M&P, Glock, FN, Ruger, etc. are pretty much splitting hairs. There is very little distinction in the handgun market nowadays. I think the FN has a safety that you can use or not, which is a nice touch. For example, if it will be kept in the glovebox of a car with a round chambered, then a safety could be a plus...not something done in military or police circles, but a situation a civilian could encounter.
As far the Glock, I've owned them, maybe it was revolutionary 36 years ago, but it seems pretty average to me. Average ergos, I have a high grip, so I'll sometimes get bit by a Glock slide. Average accuracy, they don't shoot as fast or accurately as some of my metal framed guns, I shoot a CZ-75B much faster, for example, but that's a heavy gun. They're generally cheap, so that's a good thing. A decent middle of the road choice, not good at any one thing, but not awful, either. The light trigger, no safety thing spooks more people that gun board posters would like to admit, most hardcore shooters I know seem fine with it, but many of the casual gun owners I know usually don't carry them chambered. Right or wrong, that's what a lot of people do...
As far as aftermarket support, all that really matters are holsters. I used to say night sights, but a lot of companies will add these to just about any pistol, like Tooltech Gunsights. Most of the stuff they sell from aftermarket barrels to impractically long mags can be fun, but aren't that useful.
As far the Glock, I've owned them, maybe it was revolutionary 36 years ago, but it seems pretty average to me. Average ergos, I have a high grip, so I'll sometimes get bit by a Glock slide. Average accuracy, they don't shoot as fast or accurately as some of my metal framed guns, I shoot a CZ-75B much faster, for example, but that's a heavy gun. They're generally cheap, so that's a good thing. A decent middle of the road choice, not good at any one thing, but not awful, either. The light trigger, no safety thing spooks more people that gun board posters would like to admit, most hardcore shooters I know seem fine with it, but many of the casual gun owners I know usually don't carry them chambered. Right or wrong, that's what a lot of people do...
As far as aftermarket support, all that really matters are holsters. I used to say night sights, but a lot of companies will add these to just about any pistol, like Tooltech Gunsights. Most of the stuff they sell from aftermarket barrels to impractically long mags can be fun, but aren't that useful.
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Mrgunsngear
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I LOVE Glocks, like I'm "that guy." But, I find myself carrying the FNS9C more now than the G26
Ergonomics definitely seem to be the biggest hang up with the Glocks. As for me, I have no experience with the the FNS but I really liked my Glock 26, although I would have to say that I prefer my girlfriends M&P9c over the Glock just a little bit. After this thread I am intrigued by the FNS, I might have to rent one.
I have both Glocks and FN's, last fall I went to the FN factory store in Columbia and bought the FNS 9c straight from them.
It's a nice pistol and very similar to the Glock, to be honest if the factory store wasn't five minutes from my house I may have gone with the Glock.
They are both reliable, try renting them and see which one you are more accurate with.
It's a nice pistol and very similar to the Glock, to be honest if the factory store wasn't five minutes from my house I may have gone with the Glock.
They are both reliable, try renting them and see which one you are more accurate with.