G26 Advice

[BTR11584]

I just need some general advice. I carry a six-shooter on the job, and most of experice with auto loaders is with TDA (Sig and Walther types). However I have been thinking of upgrading my CCW piece from a snub-nose 357 to a light hi-cap nine. Even though I do not care for Glocks, the little 26 looks and feels good to me. How ever, I worry about the trigger. On my revolver and my PPK I have a heavy trigger that operates the hammer as a safety. I just wonder if the G26 is a good CCW gun or should I consider a gun with a heaver trigger and/or a thumb safety instead?

 

[Tomac]

If you're looking for something w/a more revolver-like trigger and no manual safety to worry about manipulating under stress, take a look at the SIG P250 Subcompact. Like the G26 it's 9mm w/a 12rd mag but it has a long, smooth & light DAO trigger. It will also take the P250 Compact 15rd mags w/an X-grip adapter (you can purchase the 15rd mags either w/or w/o the adapter).

If you don't mind a singlestack then consider the SIG P290RS 9mm. It has a DAO trigger w/no manual safety like the P250 but is smaller/lighter/thinner w/a 6rd mag for max concealability or 8rd mag w/factory extension for a better grip & more rds.
HTH...
Tomac

 

[BTR11584]

Well I do like SIGs, but from what I hear the P250 has reliability and durability issues and the P290 seems pricey. I am more on a Glock/Ruger budget.

 

[ku4hx]

My advice is simple: shoot many; buy one. Many ranges rent guns and you'll be money ahead trying a few of the ones more appropriate for everyday carry before you plop down $600 or so.

That being said, I own a G26 but I prefer my Gen4 Glock 19 for carry. Nothing wrong with the 26, I also have the 27, but the 19 just feels better and I shoot it better. But keep in mine, other appropriate guns are out there. My wife's favorite for carry and bedside table duty is a Ruger SR9c.

 

[Sapper771]

The NY1/NY2 springs will give the Glock a heavier trigger, similar to a revolver. You can pair these springs with different connectors til you find a combo that you like.

I carry a G26 mostly in the summer due to it concealing slightly better than my G19. It is a great little pistol.

 

[Tomac]

The P290 had problems (and I wouldn't recommend it) but the newer P290RS is much improved w/a true DAO trigger.
I wouldn't call them pricey, I bought my first one w/night sights for $427 shipped from KyGunCo and another locally for $486 retail.
Tomac

 

[Fatdaddy]

Get the 26, a good holster that covers the trigger and be careful when reholstering...good to go.
It takes more effort to accidently pull the trigger than you would think.
If you're still nervous add the NY spring like was mentioned before.
The Ruger LC9 is also a nice carry that has a true DA trigger, you might want to try it.

 

[Fiv3r]

I used to feel the same way about Glock triggers until I tried them for myself. While I will never understand the "it's as safe as a double action revolver" argument as mathematics tells me that 5.5lbs is less than 9-12lbs, you really do have to be pretty negligent to touch off a Glock on accident.

With an unloaded Glock, I tried all manner of unsafe drawing, holstering, and handling to see if I could get the trigger to depress and "fire" the gun. Short of putting my finger through the guard and and shaking the pistol, it wouldn't actuate the trigger.

I also stuffed my shirt tail through the guard and holstered the gun to see if I could get the Glock to "fire", it eventually did but I had to push so much of shirt into my holster so hard that I was pulling myself lopsided.

Glock triggers are not equal to da revolvers, but they are quite safe. I carry a 26 most of the year. Love that little monster.

 

[HexHead]

I have a 26, carry it often, and never worry about the trigger. If it's going to keep you up at night, a NY1 spring and "-" connector will make it feel just like a revolver. A NY2 spring and a "+" connector will even make it feel like a Nagant revolver.

Get the 26, you'll love it.

 

[powder]

Gen 4 26 and the NY trigger=GTG.

 

[F-111 John]

My first semi-auto pistol was a G26. I own several revolvers, and have no problems with alternating between a J Frame and the G26.

The pistol is loaded, put into its holster with a good trigger guard cover, and stays there. hasn't gone off yet. If you really want the trigger pull of a double action revolver, that is what the NY1 and NY2 springs are for.

You'll love the Glock.

 

[fxstchewy]

I have had one for a few years and think it is a Great carry sidearm, never had an issue with the trigger, keep it covered.

 

[smalls]

I just wonder if the G26 is a good CCW gun or should I consider a gun with a heaver trigger and/or a thumb safety instead?

No one can tell you what you're comfortable with. That's for you to decide. My opinion? Keep your finger out of the trigger guard and you'll be fine.

 

[Stringfellow]

Keep your finger out of the trigger guard and you'll be fine. That's kind of up there in usefulness as "stay out of accidents, and you won't need that seatbelt"

 

[smalls]

You can't always prevent a car accident.

You can, however, keep your finger away from a trigger while handling guns. And if you can't, then you shouldn't own them.

 

[BTR11584]

Being a revolver guy I get keeping the finger off the trigger. It is just with the Smith I have a 12 pound yet smooth trigger as my saftey. It is the 5 pound trigger of the Glock that worries me, not so much as the mechanics.

 

[45_auto]

It is just with the Smith I have a 12 pound yet smooth trigger as my saftey. It is the 5 pound trigger of the Glock that worries me, not so much as the mechanics.

If you commonly find yourself with your finger on the trigger of your Smith with 5 or 6 pounds of pressure on it, then say "oops, glad it didn't go off, I really didn't want to shoot!", you probably don't want a Glock.

On the other hand, if you're like the literally millions of other people who safely carry Glocks (and/or any other type of firearm) daily and keep their fingers off the trigger until they are ready to shoot, it's no big deal.

 

[amd6547]

The G26 is perhaps one of the best carry guns of all time...just my humble opinion.

 

[MagnunJoe]

My over-lubricated G26 stays in my car year round in the hot, humid Florida sun. Does that tell u anything?

 

[onthehunt]

I agree with the G26 being the best concealed carry gun...

 

[Roadking Rider]

G26 is probably one of the most CC 9mm pistols. They have the accuracy of the larger Glocks. Conceal well, and are as durable and reliable as it gets. They do not require a lot of love and care to keep them that way. Mine is a gen 3 and the finish on the slide looks the same as the day I bought it. I bought it slightly used from a friend a few years back. The only reason I bought it was because it was to good a deal to pass up and needed a durable pistol to ride in my saddlebags. I was never a glock guy but I have to admit the G26 has grown on me for all the reasons I mentioned.

 

[dprice3844444]

i carry a g26 w/night sights ny 1 trigger in my pocket all the time.2 g17 mags in the other pocket.

 

[Onmilo]

Quite a few of our downstate counties and towns here in Illinois are "allowing" concealed carry if they are familiar with ya as being a good guy.
Folks down here think the state has dicked around with the issue for long enough
Consequently this little gem goes with me to quite a few places now


I have considered the G26 as one of the finest CCW guns on the market, long before I could legally carry one,

 

[oneounceload]

should I consider a gun with a heaver trigger

WHY would you WANT a heavier trigger? Most of us are trying to make our Glock triggers more like a single action S&W trigger, not like something that requires a trailer hitch to pull

 

[BYJO4]

The model 26 makes a fine carry gun if it fits your hand. For me, I needed the extended mag for proper grip. I decided to just go with the 19 and have been very happy.