Discuss the greatness of the Glock 19 here.
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I've had one for ten years and recently spent some money on upgrades (night sights, better holsters). Other handguns have come along (e.g., S&W M&P and CZ75) that I like a little better, but I would not get rid of it. I think it is pretty indisputable that it is the most size-efficient, i.e., the smallest, lightest pistol around that still holds 15 rounds.
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Given the Glock 19 has an edge on capacity to 1911s, and generally beats them on price. Like I said in my previous post, the Glock 19 is a very good pistol. It's a very good pistol on its own merits, regardless of how it compares to variants of the venerable M1911.
Addendum to ugaarguys corrections:
1. I compared it to an Officers Model because I didn't want to hijack the thread discussing the even smaller Glock 26.
2. 8 rounds compared to 15 rounds, Glock still wins.
3. Aluminum frame Colts still crack frames. Glock still wins.
4.YOU may have better control of your .45acp Commander, the average shooter is not so skilled.
5. There is a difference between high quality and cheap.
My experience with McCormick products has been that the products may be cheaper than brand X but they don't meet the definition of high quality.
16 rounds of 9mm still outguns 10 rounds of 9mm.
In all fairness I should add that I am not a 1911 hater, I shot the guns for years in competition and in Service.
I still own three or four but I also keep up with trends and in caliber .45acp I now shoot H&K USP pistols.
13 rounds of 45acp still beats 9 rounds of .45 acp
13 rounds of .45 acp still beats 11 rounds of .45acp if you want to argue 10 shot extended 1911 magazines, I have a few of these too.
As for caliber wars all, of the big three are pretty much on even footing with modern ammunition.
Remember, this thread ask the question 'why the Glock 19 is so great', not why someone feels compelled to defend the 1911 against the Glock 19.
1. I compared it to an Officers Model because I didn't want to hijack the thread discussing the even smaller Glock 26.
2. 8 rounds compared to 15 rounds, Glock still wins.
3. Aluminum frame Colts still crack frames. Glock still wins.
4.YOU may have better control of your .45acp Commander, the average shooter is not so skilled.
5. There is a difference between high quality and cheap.
My experience with McCormick products has been that the products may be cheaper than brand X but they don't meet the definition of high quality.
16 rounds of 9mm still outguns 10 rounds of 9mm.
In all fairness I should add that I am not a 1911 hater, I shot the guns for years in competition and in Service.
I still own three or four but I also keep up with trends and in caliber .45acp I now shoot H&K USP pistols.
13 rounds of 45acp still beats 9 rounds of .45 acp
13 rounds of .45 acp still beats 11 rounds of .45acp if you want to argue 10 shot extended 1911 magazines, I have a few of these too.
As for caliber wars all, of the big three are pretty much on even footing with modern ammunition.
Remember, this thread ask the question 'why the Glock 19 is so great', not why someone feels compelled to defend the 1911 against the Glock 19.
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I managed to answer the question without bringing any other gun into the fray. You felt compelled to compare it to a 1911, so I answered. You opened the can of worms.
Well I guess that's why there are different brands. I've had better experience with McCormick Power Mags and Shooting Stars than I have the Wilson 47D. If you don't like McCormick Colt OEM mags only cost $3 more than Glock factory mags, an insignificant amount.
I can't get my short fat fingers comfortably around any USP. Thankfully they make polymer frame double stack 1911s with the same or more capacity as the USP. Some cost about the same too, and they actually fit my smaller hands pretty well.
In my case it's more a result of gun fit than skill. I'm decent, but I'll be the first to admit I'm not that good. My 1911s that fit me well make me look good.
I completely agree with you on that.
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There are a lot of great guns extant, and the G19 is truly one of them. 16 rounds of hot 9mm +P on tap in a simple, compact, stone reliable, easy to work on, universally established, parts & mods galore, wonderful shooter... there is a lot to like about that! The 19 is among my very favorites.
it's not that great crappy trigger, grip angle does not point naturally and I don't need one for my collection.
every time I see a glock or 1911 which should I get thread,1911 fans will say try them both and get whichever you shoot best. most glock fans will say just get a glock.
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