Should have got this a long time ago, Glock 22

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CDW4ME

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I recently got a new Gen 3 Glock 22.
First thing, I removed the finger grooves (protrusions), installed night sights, and a Lone Wolf steel striker, extractor & locking block.
Today, I endured 94 degree temperature (heat index 112 degrees) to test the Glock 22.
I shot a variety of ammo, including various hollow points, there were no malfunctions and no brass was thrown toward my face / head.
The Glock 22 seemed softer shooting (less snappy) than the 23, subjectively recoil felt like shooting the Glock 21 (45 acp) with a moderate load.
I like this pistol and can see it being a favorite for carry as an alternate to the model 21.
15 + rounds of 40 S&W with moderate felt recoil, should have got a Glock 22 a long time ago.

Chrono data (94 degrees)
Glock 22:
Remington UMC 180 gr. @ 957 fps / 366# KE
Federal Hydra-Shok 180 gr. @ 963 fps / 371# KE
Winchester White Box 180 JHP @ 964 fps / 372# KE
Speer Gold Dot 180 gr. @ 975 fps / 380# KE
Federal HST 180 gr. @ 996 fps / 397# KE
 

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I have to agree. I've had mine since glock started making the 22, I've tried to replace it a couple of times but always come back.
15 plus 1 of 40 cal is hard to beat.
 
CDW4ME: said:
I like this pistol and can see it being a favorite for carry as an alternate to the model 21.
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Glad to see your G-22 is working for you, that's really all that matters. My own Gen4 G-21 worked so much better for me than my Gen4 G-22, that I ended up trading that .40 off for an HK45. Total win-win for me
 
Congrats on your purchase! I carried an early G22 on and off duty for years. Loved it! I still do in fact.. As for carry off duty, etc, SOB holster worked very well for me as did an Uncle Mike's that held the pistol high and tight on my strong side. Hid well under a slightly larger sized shirt, sweat shirt, light jacket, etc. no problems in Winter..
 
The G22 also won me over to Glock. About six years ago I picked up a cheap LE trade-in Gen 2 because the price was right and I wanted to try 40S&W and a Glock. I thought it was ugly but it sure shot great. That old Glock is a keeper!
 
Congrats on your purchase! I carried an early G22 on and off duty for years. Loved it! I still do in fact.. As for carry off duty, etc, SOB holster worked very well for me as did an Uncle Mike's that held the pistol high and tight on my strong side. Hid well under a slightly larger sized shirt, sweat shirt, light jacket, etc. no problems in Winter..
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If I'm not at work that is my standard.
The clothes I wear when not at work are bought with carry in mind.
I've had concealed carry for 20+ years and my carry pistol has increased in size over time.
I've been carrying the 21 with temperatures in the 90's and heat index above 100.

Pictured is a Glock 30 + spare mag and PM9 in pocket, I've moved up to 21 since.
 

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I have a Gen 4 which I really like. I also have a Lone Wolf 9mm barrel and a G17 spring and guide rod and some G17 mags to shoot 9mm with. That also works nicely.
 
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