GLOCK 10mm

[oldrevolverguy]

I bought both the 20 and the 29. For me the 29 does everything the 20 can in a much more compact package. Whether I am hiking/hunting or carrying concealed size is important to me. There is less than one inch difference in the barrels between the two. Same for the sight radius. The key difference for me came down to the size of the grip frame. I sold the 20 and use the 29 as one of the most versatile outdoor/CHL firearms in the market. It conceals just like the Glock 19 but packs the punch of a big bore. My 2cents worth.

 

[psyopspec]

Chris, can you tell me more about how it's shooting for you? In one of your earlier posts you mentioned concern for the recoil of larger caliber in a small gun. How's the recoil on your new 29 SF? How does it compare with other guns you shoot regularly? It's a purchase I've been considering, and while I love my Glocks, 10mm recoil in a subcompact size is one of the things that's been holding me back.

I appreciate the comparison to the recoil of a G22 earlier in the thread, just wanted to hear other thoughts on it. And not just from the OP, if anyone else can chime in with their experiences.

 

[kayak-man]

Chris, can you tell me more about how it's shooting for you? In one of your earlier posts you mentioned concern for the recoil of larger caliber in a small gun. How's the recoil on your new 29 SF? How does it compare with other guns you shoot regularly? It's a purchase I've been considering, and while I love my Glocks, 10mm recoil in a subcompact size is one of the things that's been holding me back.

No problem!

So far I've only shot two loads through it: 180 grain plinking ammo that was probably loaded down to .40, and a box of the Hornady TAP.

It felt like the same amount of muzzle flip as a J-Frame .38+P, but easier to manage.

It was MUCH less recoil than Gold Dot defense loads through an LCP. The grip is pretty wide, so it does a nice job of dispersing the recoil. I had a friend of mine put some rounds through it, and he described it as close to the midsize Glock .40, but a little more "bitey." For me, the most noticeable issue is the way the trigger guard rubs against your middle finger.

It was not painful to shoot like I had been told. Sort of like when you're playing with a puppy and it "bites" your arm.

After I have the chance to shoot it with some hotter, maybe even nuclear, loads, I'll give you an update.

Now if I could just shoot it as well as my SR9....

Chris "the Kayak-Man" Johnson

 

[RinkRat]

Round capacity <they both use the same mags> and concealed ability aside.

So if your looking at the G29 vs the G20 for woods carry how much of a real difference is the shorter barrel going to make in fps/ftlbs? Is it enough to be on the safer side and get the longer G20?

I guess what I'm trying to ask is ... I know placement is King but say you have to use it for critter control and that first round isn't as critical of a wound as you'd like but it does hit your target. Would that little bit longer barrel of the G20 aid in delivering a more traumatic and deeper cavity wound possibly braking a bone or two more then the shorter G29 giving you a "passable enough" of an edge to get off your next barrage of followups to do more damage?

 

[psyopspec]

That's especially helpful for people who aren't able to shoot before buying, and a little vicarious fun too. Thanks again!

 

[oldrevolverguy]

I bought both the 20 and 29 with the intention of taking a single handgun to my deer lease that would handle CHL duties and outdoor security. The longer barrel of the 20 is less than one inch longer than the 20. Average velocities are within 75 fps of each other. The most important dimension for belt carry comfort and concealability is the length of the grip. The 29 is exponentially more concealable than the 20. When concealability is less important I often carry the 29 with the longer 15 round magazine in place. Loaded with Double Tap 180 grain Speer Gold Dot JHP chronographed at 1175 fps I feel well prepared to deal with anything I may be called upon to handle.

 

[mokin]

This is getting to be an old thread but while we're at it, I chronographed Winchester Silvertips at 1127 fps (average) from my Glock 29. Not quite powerfull enough to hunt with in Colorado, but close. For the price, I believe Silvertips are one of the better deals out there for factory 10mm Auto ammunition.

 

[Oceanbob]

The G29 can be made bigger with a longer after market barrel and a 15 round G20 mag. The G20 can't be made smaller.

I have 15 round mags and a Storm Lake 4.48 inch barrel in my G29 for woods use. Basically a G20. For carry I switch back to a stock barrel and 10 round mags with Pearce +0 pinky extensions.

2 guns in one.

I agree. While I have a couple of Glock 20s (short frame, longslide, normal) and 2 Glock 29s, for backwoods or East Los Angeles my choice is the GLOCK 29. It can be pimped with 15 round mags and a longer barrel. Real easy to carry and has incredible amount of firepower with the Buffalo Bore 180 grains I carry.



I have an unported Stormlake extended barrel and a lonewolf ported extended barrel. Here is the lonewolf.