Glock 26 or ?

Go and fondle a bunch of them and see what you like. The 26 is a great gun but there are others, Springfield XD, S&W M&P.

In my experience, a glock 17 is literally JUST as easy to conceal as a baby glock. I would try and shoot the 19, 17, and 26 and see which one you SHOOT the best, then conceal that. (or just go with the 19.) AHEM. ( JUST GO WITH THE 19.)

can i do better then a Glock 26

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That's going to be hard to do. I love H&Ks, Sigs, etc and own several, but my 26 is my go-to CCW. I even sold my P2000sk 9mm LEM, as reliable and rock-solid as it was, because it was bigger than the 26 (height wise) and the trigger reach where the trigger breaks is too short for me. I like to keep my right thumb straight forward and in the thumb rest of both the P2000sk and the 26. With the P2000sk, my trigger finger comes back and makes too much contact with my thumb at the point where the trigger breaks. I fear that my thumb can block my trigger finger in a high-stress situation and prevent the gun from firing. I can use the very tip of my finger to prevent this from happening, but then I don't have as much trigger control/feel as when the trigger is nestled in that perfect part of my first finger joint. This is a big deal for me when it comes to accuracy. The Glock also has a shorter, crisper trigger pull overall and a better reset. The hump on the 26 looks awkward, but it's actually in the perfect spot to fill my palm very well, which aids in a secure grip when using the 2-finger grip this gun was designed for. Long story short, I shoot it VERY well for it being a sub-compact gun and me not being the greatest shot. I shoot it better with a 2-finger grip than my full size Glock 17 and they both have the same Heinie sights. The 26 is just the better shooting gun in my hands, which happen to be medium/large with very normal proportions (I'm 5' 10").

The only downside to the 26 is that it exhibits the characteristic erratic ejection that 9mm Glocks are known for if you don't have a perfect, secure grip on the firearm. Even after a few magazines, when the palms start to get sweaty and hands start to fatigue you'll get the occassional brass to the face or weak ejection. This is why I don't consider Glocks as reliable as say my H&Ks, which spit brass consistently as if they were following the same imaginary line over my shoulder. That being said, Glocks are reliable enough when maintained properly and I trust that I will be able to get a secure grip on the gun for a magazine's worth in the event I ever have to use it to defend my life.

The ONLY other pistol I'd carry on a daily basis is the P7M8. I shoot it better than the Glock for sure, but it's a bit heavier and taller so it makes for a better cold weather-only gun.

The Walther PPS in 9mm or XDs in .45 (or 9mm if you wait) would be two good options if I was looking for a single-stack polymer gun, but I prefer the firepower/size ratio of the 26.

Good luck!

I also live in Illinois and am thinking about what will be an ideal CCW firearm for ME.

Such is a very personal decision on what works best for an individual. People use anything from full size 1911s to derringers for CCW.

I like my SIGs the best but being metal frame they are a bit on the heavy side. Even my beloved SP2022 is still on the heavy side.

Right now I am leaning to a DA/SA trigger action for my CCW. MY top contenders are the HK P2000 and the Walther P99 AS.

I need to get to my LGS and try out some holsters to see if I want IWB, OWB or both.

If I do go with a smaller striker fired constant action pistol it probably would be a Walther PPS.

Good luck to you and all our fellow Illinois members.

I am an IL resident. I do hope they actually draft a shall issue ccw law for us. For ccw choices.it is endless. I have recently purchased
A walther pps, 9mm, shield 9mm and a s/w snubby model 442. The glock 26 is a great weapon. Practice a lot! I shoot weekly with all my handguns...


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Do take a look at the Glock 27. Dimensionally identical to a 26, weighs one ounce more loaded, holds 9 instead of 10. A lot more cartridge, same size package.

Check out the M&P 9C. Compact gun, but one magazine comes with a finger lip on it, very easy to shoot. You can also get a magazine for the full sized M&P, the XGrip rubber piece, and you have a 17+1 gun.

But get the one you like the best. What works for me might not work for you.

Better than a Glock 26? There are very few small guns that are better for concealed carry. It's highly reliable, very accurate, and follow-up shots are very quick. It's very easy to conceal and you can use flat G26 mags, add a finger rest, G19 and G17 magazines.

If the case ejects and the next one loads, then it's fine. It's not a 1911 where ejection can indicate an impending problem. I'm not going to measure it at the time since I'll be more concerned with putting bullets into targets. I once did 1,400-1,600 rounds in two days and my G26 never jammed or failed. It was very accurate out to 20 yards.

Don't bother with a Glock 27 and the silly Four-Tay cartridge. Recoil is sharp and you're not improving on 9x19 JHP's terminal ballistics enough to matter. If you want a semi-automatic pistol chambered with a "4" in the caliber, get a gun chambered in 45 ACP. Recoil is much easier to deal with and it's easier to reload. It's made for 200+ grains, which may improve terminal ballistics through bone. Overall, defensive loads for 9x19m, 38 Special +P, 357 Magnum, 40 S&W, 357 SIG, 44 Special, and 45 ACP all perform within 10% of each other. Shot placement is critical for success in stopping a fight as quickly as possible. That simply means you cannot buy a gunfight; you'll have to put the work in to improve your odds of success.

If you run around trying to max out everything, you'll end up like me with 30 guns you hardly ever use, three boxes of useless holsters, and too many calibers to deal with. This isn't necessarily a bad thing; it just means you'll need to focus upon a few guns in order to master them.

Glock 26 is great. Around the same size/capacity you hvae the Kel-Tec P11 (cheaper, smaller, lighter, +1 capacity) or the S&W M&P9C (bit bigger, but +2 capacity).

My EDC right now is a M&P, but the Glock is a great gun.

I vote or.

I tried a Glock and a M&P. Ended up with a CZ PCR. Really like it.

I carry a G26 as my primary everyday carry, but the bottom line is that you have to try a few different pistols to arrive at your final conclusion. There are plenty of good/great pistols out there that'll meet your needs.

The bore axis on most pistols (M&P, XD, etc.) were just too high for me. As for a G17 or G19, concealing it wasn't the issue, but (1) sitting in a chair or a car seat was more uncomfortable with the longer grip, and (2) the Gen4s weren't out yet when I was looking and the backstrap on the Gen3 and earlier G17/19s hit my hand the wrong way and forced the barrel to point above my intended point of aim. (I'm now in the market for a Gen4 G19 now that they've seem to have their bugs worked out.)

Again, go shoot a bunch of different pistols and figure out on your own what works best for you.

I edc a 26, and i really like it. It's a boringly reliable pistol that is easy to fire, inexpensive to feed, and very accurate. I pack the 26 in a kydex slim holster in my jacket pocket, i pack it in a owb holster, i even pack it in a shoulder holster with two extra mags. It fits all the roles I need for a daily carry piece to fill. Love, love, love my lil 26.

Go and fondle a bunch of them and see what you like.

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Smith & Wesson M&Pc9 is my preference. Nothing against a Glock. They/it just doesn't fit me at all.

I purchased my M&P couple weeks ago and immediately went from my local FFL to the range and put almost 300 rounds down the pipe. No pre cleaning or wiping. I even asked my FFL if he had cleaned it or tested/inspected it prior to my acceptance of it, and a firm "NO" was my answer. Only one hiccup in the second mag. due to faulty ammo. Dent on case, no bang. Was even able to do multiple head shots at about (50) yards one handed. I can't do that with my 5" .357 Mag using .38 spcl loads.

Best option though. What fits YOU. What You are comfortable with. What You will shoot. What You will practice with. And what YOU think is best for you.

Good luck in, and enjoy the hunt.

My 2 pennies.

Agree with the "fondle" part.

Some like plastic, some like metal or alloy. Some like a hammer, some like striker fired. Some like a high axis, some low. You will know what you like when you pick it up. That's how I ended up with CZ's. Nothing fits me better than the CZ, just like a glove.

I got a chance to hold a kel tec p-11 at the LGS the other day. Its a nice pointing handgun with some really well done texturing on the grip. Its lighter and cheaper than my g26, but the triggers are miles apart.

I think my friend is going to be buying the p-11 for carry. If that happens I will get to shoot them both side by side. I estimate I will be in favor of the glock based on the trigger. Like anything, trainning on the p-11 trigger is all that would be needed.

I would not say buy a G26 but I would say it is where I would start my search. Its what I carry and its a very good gun.

There's more to concealing well and easily than just height and weight. Body shape, hand shape and size as well as how and how much you move around during the day all affect your choice. The best advice you've gotten so far is to go handle as many pistols from as many different manufacturers as you can. Quite frankly, glocks leave me cold. The triggers are marginal at best, the control surfaces are inferior to almost every other manufacturer and the grip angle is only suitable for a small minority of the popluation. Most glock users adapt to it, rather than buying a pistol that fits them in the first place. Why? I have no bleeding clue. You might be one of the people who find it naturally comfortable. But you won't know until you try and then compare it with many others.

I agree with Coltdriver. Glock 27 in .40sw. That is my carry gun. With another $130 (Lone Wolf conversion barrel +and mag) you have the option of 9mm or .357sig.

I have a 9mm barrel for mine and the gun runs flawlessly with either.

Another thing. I also recently purchased an Xgrip sleeve to use with the next larger cap mags. This gives the baby Glock a unique full sized grip for range use. I gave that thing a test at the range today and loved it. Those that already have baby Glocks should give the Xgrip a try.

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That's going to be hard to do.

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Couldn't have said it better myself.

Can i do better then a Glock 26?

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Depending on your parameters, definately.

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Don't bother with a Glock 27 and the silly Four-Tay cartridge. Recoil is sharp and you're not improving on 9x19 JHP's terminal ballistics enough to matter.

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The voice of reason, I couldn't agree more.

40 should be left to the people who are required to use it or have a serious commitment to train and practice with it.