WHY GLOCK????
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I like Glocks because people like to bash on them. I like hi points (45 OD with laser) and chrome/gold gangster Taurus for the same reason...I enjoy messing around with people at the range
Enjoy what you like...nothing wrong with cheap or expensive guns as long as you like them.
Enjoy what you like...nothing wrong with cheap or expensive guns as long as you like them.
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Evil Monkey
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ohhhh snap.....
Are you only able to shoot one kind of gun? How do you shoot a single action revolver like a Blackhawk? What about a double action S&W? They're all different, yet you adapt. For some reason, people refuse to use they're ability as a human to adapt to something they don't like.Dragline45 said:
For me, I love the simpleness of the design. I used to think the were ugly years ago but now I think they look great. They're easy to detail strip and easy to maintain, heck I can buy the sights and put them on myself.
I love the Glock trigger, it's the same every single time and I think for a trigger, consistency is paramount. Plus, once you learn to utilize the short reset, the trigger really comes into its own and is actually a great trigger sytem.
The grip angle has never ever bothered me, and I've owned nearly every popular handgun design out there (including dozens of 1911's) and I've never felt it was un-natural. I get that everyone has their opinion, but some I think just dislike Glock because of preconceived notions they have in their head.
Add in the high capacity and low weight and honestly it's a no brainer.
I love the Glock trigger, it's the same every single time and I think for a trigger, consistency is paramount. Plus, once you learn to utilize the short reset, the trigger really comes into its own and is actually a great trigger sytem.
The grip angle has never ever bothered me, and I've owned nearly every popular handgun design out there (including dozens of 1911's) and I've never felt it was un-natural. I get that everyone has their opinion, but some I think just dislike Glock because of preconceived notions they have in their head.
Add in the high capacity and low weight and honestly it's a no brainer.
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I see this all the time, I wonder how manly (sic) less parts there are in a glock compared with other handguns."
Do a schematic search of other guns and you'll have your answer.
Just pick one or two, a Beretta, a CZ, a 1911 or even a plastic fantastic
from HK, Smith, etc.
I like CZ 75s, Browning Hi Powers, 1911s, Smith and Ruger revolvers but I also like Glocks.
I see this all the time, I wonder how manly (sic) less parts there are in a glock compared with other handguns."
Do a schematic search of other guns and you'll have your answer.
Just pick one or two, a Beretta, a CZ, a 1911 or even a plastic fantastic
from HK, Smith, etc.
I like CZ 75s, Browning Hi Powers, 1911s, Smith and Ruger revolvers but I also like Glocks.
Dragline45
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jnichols2 said:
I'm not.....
whip1 said:
You are not even close to on point with what I said. Just because all those guns are different, doesn't mean I am automatically going to have an issue with them. What I have an issue with, is when I pick up a particular gun, and it doesn't fit my hand or point right for me, in that case, I find a similar gun that does. Here is exactly what I wrote, and how you came to what you wrote based off what I said is absolutely ridiculous.
Dragline45 said:
Please don't try to put words in my mouth or change the intention of my post to make your own point.
45_auto said:
No they just went on to make the 22/45 for those who don't like the MK series grip angle..
I find it amazing that some cant wrap their head around the fact that not everyone is built the same, and what might fit one person, may not fit the next. The solution there is find a pistol that does work for you, not try to force one that doesn't.
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my main concern with GLOCK is the trigger thingy........
my thoughts on this are......if you're in a struggle, for instance, like ZIMMERMAN was with TRAVON MARTIN trying to grab ZIMMERMAN's gun, there's a real possibility that light SA trigger can be pulled during the struggle.
That's why I think I really prefer a real "safety"............
So....add a 1911 style safety to it and have the best of both worlds.... google cominolli safety...
I have it on both my 21 and 30S. best of all worlds.
my thoughts on this are......if you're in a struggle, for instance, like ZIMMERMAN was with TRAVON MARTIN trying to grab ZIMMERMAN's gun, there's a real possibility that light SA trigger can be pulled during the struggle.
That's why I think I really prefer a real "safety"............
So....add a 1911 style safety to it and have the best of both worlds.... google cominolli safety...
I have it on both my 21 and 30S. best of all worlds.
Whats being discussed here, really inst a matter of fit, but a matter of what youre used to, or not.
I can pretty much guarantee, if you were mandated to carry a Glock, or anything else with a grip you werent accustomed to, with a little time and practice, and within a shorter period of time than you would think, you be over any problems you thought you were having, due to the grip angle or anything else for that matter.
Most people who complain, seem to be basing things on what they felt at the gun shop, or what their buddies gun felt like when they shot a couple of rounds at the range through it.
As I said earlier, I understand we all have our favorites, and Im not knocking that, its just annoying, to be constantly told something is an issue, when it really isnt. A little quality time with whatever is troubling you, will prove that out.
No thanks. I like them like they are.
Beentown71
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Former "hater". That really isn't the truth. I just preferred the XD line. Well that has changed.
Too me the Glock is great for the same reason as a 10/22 and AR15. Plentiful, cheap upgrades and changes are available and VERY easy to replace.
That and they just work. I trust them with my life.
Wish they made a Glock 39 (9mm single stack with a 3" barrel.) so all my carry guns were Glocks (replacement for my Kahr).
Too me the Glock is great for the same reason as a 10/22 and AR15. Plentiful, cheap upgrades and changes are available and VERY easy to replace.
That and they just work. I trust them with my life.
Wish they made a Glock 39 (9mm single stack with a 3" barrel.) so all my carry guns were Glocks (replacement for my Kahr).
I was thinking the same thing, until I picked up a 42, and comparing it to my 26's, I really dont see Glock bothering.
Other than a slight difference in thickness, the guns are basically the same size. If the 9mm needs the slide mass of the 26, I doubt the gun will be much different than the 26 at all.
Dragline45
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AK103K said:
It absolutely is a matter of fit, if fit isn't an issue, then why do some pistols as well as Gen 4 Glock's offer replaceable backstraps of different sizes? There is even an HK pistol that has not only replaceable backstraps but palmswells as well. Certain guns fit my hands better than others, certain guns point better for me that others. I am not going to waste my time with guns that don't, when there are plenty of guns that do. I don't care how much time I put into a gun that doesn't fit my hand or point right for me, I will always shoot and prefer the ones that do.
AK103K said:
Maybe, maybe not. I have alot of trigger time with a Glock 19, 17, and 22. I have shot them enough to know they don't point right for me, I have shot them enough to know that they don't feel as good in my hands as certain other pistols, I have shot them enough to know I shoot other guns better. I am not going to devote time and money into a gun like that when there are other guns that work better for me.
AK103K said:
That's the thing, it may not be an issue for you, but it may be for someone else. There is a reason the new Gen 4 Glock's come with replaceable backstraps of different sizes, because one size doesn't fit all. If it wasn't an issue as you say, then why does Glock even bother to offer that feature?
Ill have to assume then, that you didnt shoot them much, or we wouldnt be having this conversation.
As far as the "feel" part, that can be subjective, even between different models of the same make. I dont particularly like the 19's grip, as it "feels" cramped to me, I didnt really like the SIG P229's grip, as it was a tad to fat. Even so, I can still pick either up and by the end of the first mag, be point shooting it like it was the only pistol Ive ever shot all along. Same goes for the 17, P226, P9S, 1911, HP, whatever. All Ive been saying all along is, the grip angle thing is BS, if youve shot the different guns enough to have them programmed into your brain, your brain will quickly work it out.
If you dont like Glock, thats cool, dont like them. Just say so. You dont have to make up excuses.
OK, man, you obviously don't like them and none of us could care less. The OP said, " Why Glocks?". So if you can't say why a Glock, then why say not?
I have taken my three Glocks out and let guys who swore up and down they hated the way they shoot and let them fire mine and the very next time I saw them they not only had one but confessed they never really fired one.
I'm not saying you never have fired one, just pointing out what I have seen. I know guys that are 1911 freaks! There is no other handgun worth firing. I have one and don't get it. They are the reason I have it. I hate the safety setup and the one time I carried it, the darn thing snagged my suit coat.
My Glocks are smooth and sleek, they carry well and in drills I have discovered that I really like the safety. I trust my life to a Glock!
My wife on the other hand likes her LCR. It fits her. No problem. She also likes the KAHR 9mm and Colt Mustang 380. No big deal. When at the range she enjoys my 1911. We duel with my Glock in 45 and the 1911. Sometimes she wins turning all the targets to my side and sometimes I win. No bigy.
So we get it the handgun needs to fit you and "point" (a term I hate BTW) well. I think you are referring to balance because all hand guns point! So, my entire rant here is that a shooter should buy what is comfortable to their hand and something they can shoot well.
If it is a Glock the great, if not that is OK!
Oh, as to balance or point, my middle daughter can not physically fire my BFR 45-70 as she can not hold the barrel up. Me on the other hand, I love it. It is my favorite handgun in the safe!
Oh, I am a range safety and have fired many different handguns and have zero issue with the so called grip angle issue!
Rant over and stepping down from my soap box.
Mel
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AK103K said:
I told you I have alot of trigger time with them, well over 500 rounds, probably closer to 1000. Are you really that biased that you cant believe that Glock's may not be the best choice for some people? Do you think in another 1000 rounds the sky will open up and I will have a Glock epiphany?
AK103K said:
Seriously? I am giving you my reasoning as to why I don't like Glock's. Would you rather me just blatantly say they suck and not give you any rationale as to why?
guruatbol said:
So you hate a necessary skill for a defensive firearm? Point shooting in my opinion is one of the most useful tools you can have in your bag. How a gun points for you is extremely important. Not only point shooting, but how a gun points affects how accurate your subsequent followup shots will be in rapid fire.
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No use arguing further, glocks are clearly perfection to you and thats fine, but your complete lack of willingness to admit that a dislike of the grip is a legitimate reason not to own a certain pistol is just as irritating as the folks who bash the glock grip angle when they've never held one.
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