Glock 19 or 26
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I've owned both. Carry is something that is highly subjective and up to the end user and their dressing habits.
Every time I carried my 26, I could have just as easily carried my 19. I eventually sold the 26 and went with something smaller for the times that I don't want to carry my 19.
Both were very accurate and fun to shoot. I carried a stock 26 magazine in the 26 and just stuck glock 17 mags on my belt for a reload. I didn't need any extensions or whatever, I could shoot 300+ round sessions using 17 or 19 mags in my 26 without pinching my fingers. YMMV.
I vote for the 19. I never liked glocks until I spent some time with a 19/23. You'll have to pry my 19 from my cold, dead hands. It became one of my all time favorites. I like em stock, save for an extended slide stop lever, heinie plain black rear sight with a tritium dot up front and a smooth faced g17 trigger. Just pick up the 19 and run several hundred rounds through it before you start adding stuff other than sights to it.
Every time I carried my 26, I could have just as easily carried my 19. I eventually sold the 26 and went with something smaller for the times that I don't want to carry my 19.
Both were very accurate and fun to shoot. I carried a stock 26 magazine in the 26 and just stuck glock 17 mags on my belt for a reload. I didn't need any extensions or whatever, I could shoot 300+ round sessions using 17 or 19 mags in my 26 without pinching my fingers. YMMV.
I vote for the 19. I never liked glocks until I spent some time with a 19/23. You'll have to pry my 19 from my cold, dead hands. It became one of my all time favorites. I like em stock, save for an extended slide stop lever, heinie plain black rear sight with a tritium dot up front and a smooth faced g17 trigger. Just pick up the 19 and run several hundred rounds through it before you start adding stuff other than sights to it.
ny32182
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I've been of the opinion for about the last 5 years that the G19 might be the most versatile pistol ever built. Given your multi-purpose role, I would take the 19 with no debate whatsoever. I've never owned a 26 due to the small grip; I have large hands, a finger hanging off doesn't work for me, and an extension on the mag isn't really the same thing. Your pinkie is still not really planted as the extension is not as solid as the frame, and you don't have as much backstrap in contact with your hand. The 26, IMO, is still big enough to where you need a holster to carry it, and I think the 19 carries fine with the same kind of setups. Big enough to shoot comfortably for a long time at the range, small enough to carry, 15rds on tap, reliable as can be, impervious to the elements, cheap... absolutely perfect carry/multipurpose pistol as far as I'm concerned.
easyg
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Not true.
You can plant your pinky just as firmly as any of your fingers with the extended magazine.
And if you use a 15-round magazine and sleeve with the G26 it is essentially the same grip as the G19.
Basically, the G26 can transform in to a G19, but a G19 can't transform in to a G26.
Everyone should own a Glock 19, whether you have only one pistol or a safe full of 'em. Some are as good none are really better, and that goes for pretty much everything including CCW/EDC, competition, range, and/or HD... nothing does it all nearly as well.
A G26, while still a great gun, just isn't the "must have" a G19 is IMHO.
A G26, while still a great gun, just isn't the "must have" a G19 is IMHO.
Breakmyfootoff
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If you have the 26 and sometimes need higher capacity and/or a longer grip, all you have to do is insert a longer magazine. It'll cost 40.00, 30.00 for the mag and 10.00 for the grip extension.
If you have a 19 and sometimes need a smaller gun to conceal in light clothing, all you have to do is get a 26. It'll cost 500.00
I carry my 26 with the factory 10 round magazine and a 17 round for back up. The 19 can be concealed, but the 26 can be concealed even easier. When in the car (in the outside pocket of my backpack on the passenger seat), or serving as a HD weapon it has the 17 round mag inserted. I have several magazines for it, two 17 round, one 15 round, one 12 round, and two 10 round magazines, so I can make it any size for any occasion.
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I would consider the Ruger as an alternative to the Glock/XD, if it were $150 cheaper. I have nothing against Ruger (I own 2 10/22s and would love to have a few of their other guns), but I feel that, with the exception of their .22s, their autoloading pistols just don't feel good. Then again, I actually prefer the Kel-Tec to the LCP, but that's just my opinion...
amd6547
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I don't get the people who say the G26 is not a fun range gun...I just love shooting mine.
Just last week, I went to the range to sight in a rifle.
I had my G26 with me, and I was going to try a few rounds of some German made MEN brand 9mm ammo, and a used G26 mag I bought which came with a plus two extension.
After I did that, I start digging into my range bag for more 9mm ammo....the G26 is just fun to shoot.
Just last week, I went to the range to sight in a rifle.
I had my G26 with me, and I was going to try a few rounds of some German made MEN brand 9mm ammo, and a used G26 mag I bought which came with a plus two extension.
After I did that, I start digging into my range bag for more 9mm ammo....the G26 is just fun to shoot.
Johnny Lightning
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I currently have a Glock 17 for HD/range and a Glock 26 for carry and love them both! The most important part in choosing the Glock for yourself is making sure you like the grip and what position you would like your pinky finger to be in....Glock 17 nice big grip w/ plenty of space....Glock 19 nice grip but for me a little small and my pinky finger is kinda squished....Glock 26 pinky finger not on the grip at all unless you get an extended mag which I dont mind either. My friend has a Glock 19 and I think it is a fine gun and shoots well but I just dont like the condensed grip...all about the size of your hand. I feel the Glock 17 is the most accurate and the Glock 19 & 26 are almost even. So to sum it up the Glock 26 would fit all of your needs unless you are looking for the extra accuracy then I would go for the Glock 17. Just remember you can put any of the 9mm Glock mags in your Glock 26 and get the extra capacity you want for HD.....and that you can make a Glock 26 bigger w/ a larger mag but you cant make a Glock 19/17 smaller for carry.
I currently have a Glock 17 for HD/range and a Glock 26 for carry and love them both! The most important part in choosing the Glock for yourself is making sure you like the grip and what position you would like your pinky finger to be in....Glock 17 nice big grip w/ plenty of space....Glock 19 nice grip but for me a little small and my pinky finger is kinda squished....Glock 26 pinky finger not on the grip at all unless you get an extended mag which I dont mind either. My friend has a Glock 19 and I think it is a fine gun and shoots well but I just dont like the condensed grip...all about the size of your hand. I feel the Glock 17 is the most accurate and the Glock 19 & 26 are almost even. So to sum it up the Glock 26 would fit all of your needs unless you are looking for the extra accuracy then I would go for the Glock 17. Just remember you can put any of the 9mm Glock mags in your Glock 26 and get the extra capacity you want for HD.....and that you can make a Glock 26 bigger w/ a larger mag but you cant make a Glock 19/17 smaller for carry.
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Originally Posted by Dr_2_B
However, it should be mentioned that you can put a G19 barrel in a G26 whereas the G19 doesn't have that minor versatility advantage.
I think you meant a G19 mag, not a G19 barrel -- right?
AJChenMPH, Thanks for checking me on that, but no I actually was referring to the barrel. Some people go for that - having the barrel extend a bit past the frame of the gun. The G26 will take a G19 barrel, though a g19 will not take the longer G17 barrel.
Originally Posted by Dr_2_B
However, it should be mentioned that you can put a G19 barrel in a G26 whereas the G19 doesn't have that minor versatility advantage.
I think you meant a G19 mag, not a G19 barrel -- right?
AJChenMPH, Thanks for checking me on that, but no I actually was referring to the barrel. Some people go for that - having the barrel extend a bit past the frame of the gun. The G26 will take a G19 barrel, though a g19 will not take the longer G17 barrel.
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Lucky 7
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Of the two, I'd say go with the G19. It's definitely a do-all weapon (aside from deep concealment), a great intro pistol in regards to learning the fundamentals, and favorite of my 3 Glocks (G19, 26, and 34).
That said, my G26 is my EDC because of the reasons stated by Breakmyfootoff. Seek out a range that does rentals and find out which one you index, shoot, and handle best.
Best of luck,
Lucky
That said, my G26 is my EDC because of the reasons stated by Breakmyfootoff. Seek out a range that does rentals and find out which one you index, shoot, and handle best.
Best of luck,
Lucky
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I never bothered with those. I ran my drills drawing with the stock 10 rounder and my reloads were bare g17 or g19 mags (from my g17 and g19). I found it easier just to run the larger magazines and not worry with the spacer. The grip extension was just kind of awkward to fit mag carriers and I didn't see any benefit other than when I was simply holding the weapon and it kind of felt better. It didn't make a difference when I actually ran the gun hard. When running drills, the bare magazine was just as comfortable. I had two, and tossed them. I would have been better off buying another 50-75 rounds for that $12.
Another vote for the 19 here. The most important measurement for concealement for me is thickness. They are both pretty thick for IWB, but still concealable. Even if you shoot the 26 as well as the 19, remember that you get better retainability with the 19. I also think the 19 balances better on the belt IWB or OWB. The 26/27 is very grip heavy, causing it to feel very unbalanced on the belt. YMMV.
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I agree, I do the same thing for mine. I just listed the inserts for those that really want the feel of a full grip since it was being compared to the 19.
How on earth can it feel more grip heavy than the 19 when it has 5 less rounds stored in the grip?
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Jonah71
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I have the G 26 with Pearce extensions on the mags and I really like it. But for your purposes I think the 19 would be better for you. I prefer my G 23, but you should go with the 19 imo.
thefamcnaj
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I say get both!!! Cant go wrong with glock.
But serisously, I own both. I'd get the g19. Its accurate and comfortable in the hand.
Should you be able to carry in the future you can carry the g19 quite comfortably iwb. I use a wild bill's consealment holster. also with the 19 you get 5 extra rounds of ammo.
I also read where the OP mentioned that the G26 will take extentions. They will take extentions but putting extentions on a 26 defeats the purpose of what it was designed for. So go with the 19 but either choice you'll be happy. They both will go bang every time you pull the trigger. good luck.
But serisously, I own both. I'd get the g19. Its accurate and comfortable in the hand.
Should you be able to carry in the future you can carry the g19 quite comfortably iwb. I use a wild bill's consealment holster. also with the 19 you get 5 extra rounds of ammo.
I also read where the OP mentioned that the G26 will take extentions. They will take extentions but putting extentions on a 26 defeats the purpose of what it was designed for. So go with the 19 but either choice you'll be happy. They both will go bang every time you pull the trigger. good luck.
Mr.357Sig
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19.
I have both and like both for different seasons. The 5 extra rounds for the increased length of the 19 is worth it when I have layers, but I like carrying the 26 better most of the time. I think the 26 with the 19 mag + extension is great for occasional use, but I don't see the same as a 19 since the bottom of the grip is less secure, solid, stable.
I actually like the short grip and curling my pinky under - only reason for an extension for me is mag capacity.
If you were carrying, or soon to be carrying, I'd vote for 26, but if you're waiting for the laws to change - I'd definitely go with the 19.
I actually like the short grip and curling my pinky under - only reason for an extension for me is mag capacity.
If you were carrying, or soon to be carrying, I'd vote for 26, but if you're waiting for the laws to change - I'd definitely go with the 19.
WinThePennant
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Based on your stated needs, I'd say buy both. If you can't buy both at the same time, then buy the G19 first.
Also, don't look past the G17. Personally, I think I'd rather have the G17 for the range and HD. The G26 is great for concealed carry.
For deep concealed carry, you'll want something else altogether. Think DB9, PF9, etc...
Also, don't look past the G17. Personally, I think I'd rather have the G17 for the range and HD. The G26 is great for concealed carry.
For deep concealed carry, you'll want something else altogether. Think DB9, PF9, etc...
pacerdude
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For range use, and home defense the G19 seems to beat out the 26. Plus if you are able to carry it later, the G19 is still a very manageable gun to conceal carry.
Good Luck.
Good Luck.
todd_g
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Since no one has mentioned it, I will throw it out there. Get a G23, it's same size as the G19, now order a Lone Wolf drop in barrel conversion to 9mm for $100 then get a few G19 mags, you can even skimp and buy the cheap KCI (Korean) mags and now you have two guns in one.
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