socalbeachbum
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which one is easier to rack the slide? or are they about the same?
arthritis boy here wants one of them whichever is easier, for my future needs
arthritis boy here wants one of them whichever is easier, for my future needs
Sig P238 vs Glock 42 -easiest to load?
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toivo
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Very similar. As kokapelli said, the P238 has the advantage in that you can cock the hammer first, which then makes the slide much easier to rack.
98bluewave
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I'm 81 and know all about the arthritis and reduced hand strength. I own both the G42 and the P238 and shoot them regularly. The P238 is easier to rack with the hammer cocked. However, I added Talon Grips to the G42 and on the rear of the slide I added 2 small pieces of the Talon material. The grip material on the slide really helps in gripping the slide. I also have extended magazines for both. Of course the G42 is a little larger and with the grip material I have no trouble racking the G42.
I like to pocket carry and although I carried both, the P238 is easier to carry since it's a little smaller. Both are accurate and fun to shoot. However, I too like to shoot the G42 better than the P238.
I like to pocket carry and although I carried both, the P238 is easier to carry since it's a little smaller. Both are accurate and fun to shoot. However, I too like to shoot the G42 better than the P238.
If you pocket carry the G42 you might be interested in this extra round magazine kit from MagGuts. It makes the magazine a seven rounder without extending the magazine so it still fits flush. I have a couple and they have been flawless. You can get the kit here...... http://magguts.com/shop/glock-42
98bluewave
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Thanks, I'll take a look.
cc-hangfire
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Just confirming the P238 is easier to rack. I have both in the search for the right gun for my mid-50's, small wife with decreasing hand strength.
Ibmikey
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With a Sig P 238 If you first cock the hammer and activate the safety the slide is easily drawn to the rear. Then let it snap forward to chamber a round ---- with the safety on you get the extra margin of safety. My G42 is harder to rack the slide than either the P238 or P938 (with the hammer on full cock of course) and personally I am more comfortable with the Sigs recoil wise. I do not drop either in my pocket but instead use an in the waist band kydex holster. if I were so inclined the G42 would be my choice as there is less to snag and without the manual safety of the Sig there is not the danger of it being wiped off in the pocket.
zaitcev
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I think P238 is somewhat easier, mostly because you pre-cock it. However, take a look at this:
https://tangodown.com/shop/vickers-tactical-slide-racker-gsr-01/
I have one and it helps enough to beat P238 easily.
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