Glock 19 or 26?

[Strahley]

Folks who use your Glock 19 for carry, it doesn't seem too big?

Not at all. I changed out a gas tank strap on my Jeep and went shopping for a few hours today, gun on me the entire time, didn't bother me at all

 

[bestseller92]

Both are superb. It comes down to personal preference or which feels best, I think.

 

[JShirley]

I had a 23 and a 27. I didn't find the 27 much smaller than the 23. I was 5'6" and 146 lbs as the time. I had no problem concealing the 23 under a heavy shirt or light jacket. I used a Kel-Tec P11 or P32 for warmer weather when I couldn't wear a cover garment.

If I could only have a single sidearm, it would probably be a Glock 19, if that tells you anything.

John

 

[smince]

but the 19 can never shrink.

I have a G26, a G19, and a G19 cut to 26 length. The chopped 19 has fast became my EDC gun.

 

[buluser]

Glock 19

I like my Glock 19, fitted with crimson trace grips. Use for CCW & target practice. Very reliable & accurate gun.

 

[W.E.G.]

Both, plus a 17.


There is no better choice than a 26 for a carry gun.

 

[Katana8869]

I have both and I carry the 26 most of the time. I find no real difference in accuracy between the two and the G26 does have the advantage of starting out in a smaller package. If more ammo capacity is wanted with the G26, using a G19 magazine fitted with an A&G grip spacer can be a good option. Like others have said, with the G26 you start small but you have the option of making it bigger if need be.

 

[skers69]

Katana and WEG...nice pics. My G26 rides with me alot. It is a little heavy but I am use to it. If you can find a range that rents Glocks and try both.

 

[chuck pullen]

Everybody needs a Glock 19. They are a really ideal size.

 

[SnakeLogan]

Not at all. I changed out a gas tank strap on my Jeep and went shopping for a few hours today, gun on me the entire time, didn't bother me at all

Great to hear because right now I'm leaning more towards the 19. I handled by buddy's Kahr, and while it's slimmer than a Glock 26, has similar dimensions otherwise. I didn't really like the feeling of holding a pistol where my pinky hangs off and would probably dislike shooting it even more.

 

[NMGonzo]

Get a glock 34.

Someone had to say it.

 

[MrWesson]

A 26 can become a 19 but a 19 can never be smaller. You can use a g19 mag with coupler for the extra rounds comfort. If you want/need a rail then get the 19.

 

[REAPER4206969]

19...

 

[jakk280rem]

have both. the 19 fits my hand better. the palm swell is lower, but the extra length is difficult for me to conceal.

 

[Magic_Man]

Held a G26 & used to have a G19. I recently bought another G19.

 

[devildog32713]

Vote for G26 here. The 26 can grow, but the 19 can never shrink.

+1 up here, you can fit the 33 round 9mm Glock mags into a 26 if you want to, I dont know why you would, except for looks, but I agree with HOV

 

[Mastifflover]

26

I have a 26 and my dad has a 19. The 26 is just as accurate as the 19 and you can always use a 19 mag with a spacer at the range. The short grip of the 26 just makes it easier to conceal.

 

[LiveLife]

Have you considered getting Glock 22/23/27 and using conversion barrels to shoot 9mm? (Lone Wolf makes drop in conversion barrels - $99 from Cheaper Than Dirt) - Gives you more caliber/cheaper practice options to include shooting lead bullets. http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/GNS141-1.html

G27 is the same size as G26 and although it kicks a bit more than G22, it is just as accurate and would be my recommendation for carry (you can always carry higher capacity magazines and I practice shooting with full size magazines in the G27) - I have the PG2733 Pearce magazine base (California legal) for my pinky and works well in the ankle holster or the Fobus paddle/belt holster (depending on my attire). http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/72858-1.html

Fobus makes a nice universal Glock paddle/belt holster with a forward slant (model GL2B) for carry ($20 from MidwayUSA) that is comfortable (I forget that I have the G27 in my waist in about 3 minutes) and accomodates G17, G19, G22, G23, G26, G27, G31, G32, G33, G34 and G35:

http://www.fobusholster.com/products/GLOCK_17_19_22_23_31_32_33_34_35_COMPACT_HOLSTER-2106-0.html

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=446980

 

[denfoote]

Ya want a G19 size gun that shoots something with a "4" in it's caliber name?? Get a G36!!
Oh yeah, there's a "5" in there too!!!

If yer still wed to the European pellet, get the 26. Ya can't carry a G19 in the pocket!! That's how and what I carry. G36 is HD gun under the pillow.

 

[smince]

A 26 can become a 19 but a 19 can never be smaller.

You must have missed post #29

 

[SnakeLogan]

Thanks for all the replies, guys. Definitely leaning towards the 19. I'd appreciate everyone's opinion on carrying the 19 IWB.

 

[Choclabman]

I have tried both and sold the G19. The G26 is just as accurate. Just as fun to shoot, and easier to conceal.

I carry the G26 with a 10 round magazine, and a G17 magazine as spare.

 

[The Giant Skunk]

I have owned both and kept the 26. For me, I noticed the difference in size when carrying the two. Although you can't go wrong with either.

 

[smince]

I'd appreciate everyone's opinion on carrying the 19 IWB.

I use Appendix Inside-The-Waistband for carry. I find either to work very well in this position. This is what I use and it works for G34, 17, 19 or 26:

http://www.onesourcetactical.com/index.asp

...and easier to conceal.

At 5'11 and 218, I find it depends on what I wear. Sometimes I've just got to go with the G26 grip frame.