Glock 36 in .45 ACP-- opinions please

[Pappy109]

I've owned 2 G36s. The first one broke its recoil spring assembly while firing (on its second box of ammo), which damaged the frame and totally locked up the gun. The 2nd one I bought years later, and it was not reliable enough for defensive use. I'd pick the XD if I had the choice. I'm sure I just got a couple lemons. Maybe the 3rd G36 would've been the charm?

If that was true Glock would have replaced the guns. I just want to see you do this to a Springfield XD:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ygcfp40RTKs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bj5Kcs4dzro&feature=player_embedded

It is also a proven fact that Glocks continue to function with a broken or missing guide rod and seen in this 1000 torture test where the guide melted from the heat.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyZxQfIBXDc

 

[MICHAEL T]

Remember people a Glock never jam, break, or explodes. Toss them on water and the will walk right back to you.. If yours jams or breaks or explodes you must be mistaken and meant a 1911
Perfection is their motto

 

[Pappy109]

Remember people a Glock never jam, break, or explodes. Toss them on water and the will walk right back to you.. If yours jams or breaks or explodes you must be mistaken and meant a 1911
Perfection is their motto

Truck Driver, CB Radio, oh yeah that brings it all into focus for me.

 

[gbelleh]

If that was true Glock would have replaced the guns.

Glock's CS was very good about handling my problems. But they did happen! And now I just don't trust the G36. But I've had very good luck with other Glocks, and I'd still gladly take a G19.

It is also a proven fact that Glocks continue to function with a broken or missing guide rod and seen in this 1000 torture test where the guide melted from the heat.

This was definitely not true in my case. The 2-piece assembly broke apart somehow sending one piece partially out the front of the frame, jamming everything up. I've heard of this particular failure with the double recoil spring happening to others too.

That's my experience, believe it or not.

 

[denfoote]

I have one of the first off the boat, BOD 10/2000. I made some ill advised aftermarket modifications that caused me some grief. After I returned the gun to it's stock configuration, it's been just as reliable as all the rest of my Glocks.

 

[KBintheSLC]

I do love the Glock, they just dont make anything is .45 ACP that I would carry.

As a Glock fanboy, I hate to admit that I agree with you here... but I do. The only Glock I have ever seen fail was chambered in 45acp. It had some feeding issues that I could not identify. I think Glock tends to shine most in 9mm and in 10mm. The Glock 19/26 is probably the most successful model for general carry use. The G20/29 is great if the 9mm isn't enough power for you. They have had pretty good success with .40 SW as well, albeit slightly less so than the 9mm lineup. I would not hesitate to carry a G23/27.

I have to admit that problems with the G36/30/21 are rare... most likely yours will work fine, but these are still issues you should consider.

 

[03Shadowbob]

My 36 was one of my most favorite 45s to shoot and carry. I put a few thousand rounds through it with zero failures of any kind. It was almost as accurate as my 19 and the recoil was lame. I am no fanboy by any means (except for God's handgun of choice the 1911) but if I get the chance to pick up another 36 for a good price, I'll do it.

 

[rg1]

Just my experience: Liked the 36 for it's size and it shot well. After a few 100 rounds it started malfunctions. Failed to extract a fired case. Left it half way out of the chamber. The next round jammed up under the fired case that didn't extract. Tried new recoil guide rods, lubrication, ammo changes, and the common recommendation that it was in my grip etc. It was not grip related as some are quick to repeat. Nothing helped. Would get 1 to 2 jams per magazine. Was not magazine related. Sent it back to Glock costing $50 for shipping etc. and it came back with the same problem. Glock replaced the guide rod and extractor and said the gun was "within specs". It was totally useless to me as it was unreliable. Glocks most problematic pistol. I know I'm one of few dissatisfied 36 past owners. My other 3 Glock models are 100% reliable. Glock knows that the 36 has problems but they didn't solve my issue with the 36 and I didn't care to spend more money trying to fix my 36. I wouldn't trust it for anything but a paperweight. Possibly if I had persisted Glock would have remedied the situation but I gave them one chance.

 

[Pappy109]

The Glock 36 is very susceptible to limp wristing solely due to it's size and weight. My son can not shoot any of my 36,s and I have no problems what so ever. It is a very small pistol to be a short cycle breach locked auto loader .45 cal and will take some getting used to. I adjusted my son's grip and all the ejection problem vanished. The rear of the gun MUST be in the same line as your elbow that's all.

 

[GRIZ22]

I looked at the 30 and 36 side by side, decided the 30 wasn't that much bigger and that's what I bought.

 

[Dr_2_B]

recoil?

Lots of praise for the 36 on here, but I'm just not a big fan. I own several Glocks including all their 45 models. But the 36 for me doesn't have that .45 'push.' Rather, it feels more like a .40... snappy. It doesn't get much carry time with me.

 

[Pappy109]

Remember people a Glock never jam, break, or explodes. Toss them on water and the will walk right back to you.. If yours jams or breaks or explodes you must be mistaken and meant a 1911
Perfection is their motto

Interesting comment indeed. One can only consider the source of generation! I have never seen a Glock or a 1911 float or walk on water. Has anyone else?..