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What the heck are you doing in the bern? I used to work at a bar on the water there.
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Okay Glock People. Let the Firestorm begin.
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What the heck are you doing in the bern? I used to work at a bar on the water there.
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The biggest problem with glockiphiles is that many of them, as opposed to mere glock enthusiasts, have never fired anything but a glock and are thus blind to their deficiencies. I keep wanting to get into a glock but whenever I shoot one it's just "meh".
Marine Cpl
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Not all. First carry was a 1911. Second carry was an XDS. Third and final carry is Glock 26.
See, now that's why I qualified with "as opposed to mere Glock enthusiasts" You are not a Glockiphile, you are an enthusiast. You like Glocks, but you also like other designs. A Glockiphile is very much of the "Glock is the only gun there is" mentality. The are cousins of the crusty 1911iphile.
Marine Cpl
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Actually, I no longer like any other designs. I sold the XDS and am giving the 1911 to my sister. So what am I now? Lol!
A Glocktard.
I like them all 
Marine Cpl
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Actually it's an OCD thing. I only shoot what I carry. I'm obsessed with uniformity. When the money is right, I will get duplicates of 2 AR's of different calibers and of the 1 Glock pistol.
There are many guns I'd like to own that I'd never likely carry. A 10mm P220 Elite for example.
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1st semiauto pistol I shot 4 years ago when a friend took my to the range was a Kahr pm9, Ruger, then a Glock 19. Never looked back. Since then I've bought 19,19,19,43,21,30s. Have recently sold the 21&30s to concentrate on only 9mm.
What can I say - I'm a Glockaholic
What can I say - I'm a Glockaholic
I'm not brand loyal because something better always comes along. I think the Glocks have been superceded by other polymer striker guns. The P320 in particular seems to be gaining a large amount of market acceptance and attracting a large aftermarket. Something my beloved PPQ is never likely to do.
ECU Pirates
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Is the 26 your nightstand gun also?
ECU Pirates
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They can be cured. The biggest one in history now carries a 320.
Marine Cpl
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If they both go bang, how have the Sigs superceded a Glock 19 for example?
I only own 1 so I'm not a fanboy. Just curious.
Marine Cpl
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Yep. Beware of the man that only owns one gun.
Marine Cpl
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I picked the 26 for 2 reasons. Concealability and capacity. I do not feel undergunned one bit with 11 rounds total capacity and spares.
I didn't go the 19 route because I have no need for a full size with a neutered magazine. I can shoot the 26 just fine. In fact if I ever move to Florida, it'll still be the 26.
I also have no need for gimmicks like interchangeable this and that. I'm set on the caliber and size already. My hand size isn't going to change.
In the off chance that I need a full sized grip, a spare magazine with an extension remedies that.
I didn't go the 19 route because I have no need for a full size with a neutered magazine. I can shoot the 26 just fine. In fact if I ever move to Florida, it'll still be the 26.
I also have no need for gimmicks like interchangeable this and that. I'm set on the caliber and size already. My hand size isn't going to change.
In the off chance that I need a full sized grip, a spare magazine with an extension remedies that.
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As they come from the factory? Well I have never shot a P320 so when I say a better trigger it's hearsay, though I never liked the mushy Glock trigger. Certainly better sights. But the main thing is the grip. I do not like the steep, luger style grip angle of the Glock, I shoot low with them and when I correct for it my wrist does not feel like it's in a natural position. Not a fan of the blocky feel of it either. The Sig is supposed to be much better in this regard. I know I vastly prefer the feel of my PPQ over any Glock I've held or shot. The Walther is ergonomic nirvana. I did once own a Glock, a G20. I don't particularly miss it. I think a major area of improvement in striker guns is in the way the trigger operates. A fair amount of the cocking of the striker occurs in the Glocks pretravel, with the Sig only a small portion of cocking occurs during the pull. The PPQ is fully ore cocked and operates as a single action. Given all the passive safeties still in play I think this is the way to go as it gives you a nice crisp feel. Also, while I think the P320's modularity is more of a marketing gimmicks I do think it offers substantial advantage for maintenance and repair. In the case of the dog chewed Glock above, with the Sig substantial frame damaged can be completely reversed by simply purchasing a new one. Even a catastrophic kaboom can be rectified in the P320 without any inconvenient NICS check or trips to the LGS/Gunsmith provided the chassis escaped damage. Also, I find the smooth sided and blocky slide of the Glock to be more slippery and harder to manipulate than some other designs. I'm not trashing Glocks, really I'm not. They are solid, rugged, simple, affordable and reliable pistols. I just think there are now many competing options that are all of those things as well, and with better ergonomics. Oh and I will allow that of all the various compact pistols, the trim dimensions of the G19 probably make it the most concealable. And I do get the itch to join the horde a buy a G19, it's a legendary gun, but every time I pick one up, or shoot one (I periodically rent or borrow them) I just go "nah".
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He might not have a light on it and shoot you by accident. Haaaaa
Marine Cpl
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In the dark at home I utilize a flashlight just the same as I do outside when I carry. In my left hand. It'll always be the same. It's the same muscle memory.
Most people don't carry a ccw with a flashlight. What makes at home different?
Uniformity is king. I can control my flashlight better in my left hand then I can with a rail mounted one. I can turn it off in a split second, I can aim it away from my chest area if I feel it may be targeted.
Beware of the man with only one gun.
They may look a little silly, but those ringed tail caps that allow you to get a full two handed grip while still being able to operate the light may be an ideal comprise.
Marine Cpl
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I'm not familiar with those.
Marine Cpl
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Do you mean something like this?
Of that nature. Not the specific one I was thinking of.Do you mean something like this?
Marine Cpl
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I was looking more into it. They sell inserts that'll fit over the flashlight of your choice. Thanks for the idea. I'm going to research some more.
Yeah this thing.
Cousin's wedding. I have cousin's in NC and one just happens to love that town.
ECU Pirates
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Most any "expert" will tell you a mounted light is a huge advantage on a HD gun. They also say you should have a handheld as well. You mention the what if's (frying pans, hostage situations ect.) from time to time. What if you injured your light hand? What if you had to use a hand to hold a child? HD Fail Will. HD kit fail. Step it up. get a 320 with a light rail and don't look back.
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Sounds like Ill have more Glocks on the shelf for me when I need a 5th. Fine by me.
Marine Cpl
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Do you carry an attached weapons light on your carry piece?Most any "expert" will tell you a mounted light is a huge advantage on a HD gun. They also say you should have a handheld as well. You mention the what if's (frying pans, hostage situations ect.) from time to time. What if you injured your light hand? What if you had to use a hand to hold a child? HD Fail Will. HD kit fail. Step it up. get a 320 with a light rail and don't look back.