Glock Imperfection

[stonecutter2]

I've been considering a G19 for some time. There's a local shop that has it for $599. It has Austrian marks on it (the little eagle). I know they can be had for less, but locally it's the only place that has one...and it's new, so i can't rent it.

I really like the idea of a tough, compact 9mm with 15 round magazines. But I don't know if it's worth $599. I have a S&W Sigma, which is a fine 9mm by my experience with it (and i like it's grip better than the Glock).

 

[XavierBreath]

I'm agreeing with you TGT.

Anyone want to add anything that hasn't been said?

 

[Atomic Ed]

Hello all I am new to the forums here and this is my first post.

I stumbled across this interesting thread due to the fact I just purchased my very first Semi-Auto handgun, a glorious Glock 17, and was searching for Glock related posts. Wow did I hit a treasure with thi thread. Such animosity towards Glocks is difficult to understand from a logical standpoint. I have read through all the posts in this thread and noticed that there are some here with a personal bias against Glock much like the people who hate mac computers or PCs, or import cars vs American.

Personally, I try to keep my opinions based on logic and facts, which BTW is why I chose the Glock, facts and personal experiences for me are key to making an educated and effective decision in purchasing anything I expect to meet my needs. Hopefully I have chosen wisely and I believe I have.

For me, I am happy for anyone who finds value in whatever brand of whatever they buy. It is fun and exciting to be excited about a particular manufacturer or item. However it is just as rewarding to be happy for others with their choices as well. At least for me it is. I don't unerstand biased hatred just because I may not like a brand another does. What sense does that make? I never figured that out but have seen it on every kind of forum I have ever been on. I guess it is human nature for some people.

Anyway, I have owned a .38 revolver for about 22 years and an AK47 for about 10 and this is my very irst semi-auto pistol. So despite it is a Glock for those of you who hate my choice, I am excited about it. I hope you will be happy fr me as well. I bought it brand new and picked it up this morning after my waiting period was up. I am going on Saturday for my CCW class and will apply for my carry permit soon as possible.

For anyone wondering, I chose the Glock for the following reasons and I am not young person who bought it because I saw it in a movie or any other nonsense I have read from haters.

- Reliability (I have shot many Glocks belonging to friends for years all great.)
- Ease of use (To me the two easiest shooting were a Mak 9mm and Glock)
- Weight & Durability (light weight & super durable for out in the elements use)
- Maintenance (Simple to maintain.)
- Cost (For this quality of a gun the cost is quite reasonable.)
-Appearance (Well I really didn't buy it for appearance but I happen to like it)

So my experiences with shooting my friends (some law enforcement) Glocks was always positive and I never once seen one fail or jam. I bought my AK47 for much of the same criteria and have been very happy with that for alot of years now.

Hopefully I can learn some tips from some of you Glock owners that are more relevant to facts than biased opinions on why my Glock is a cheap plastic toy and I should go home and not play with others.

Hello to everyone here.

Atomic Ed
Glock 17

 

[stonecutter2]

Hey, Ed - welcome to THR

I'm jealous of your G17. My S&W Sigma 9mm is a poor man's version of it

I've only been around here for a little while, but I've noticed that when conversations get animated, some wonderful nuggets of commentary and experience is interspersed with the emotional responses.

I think yours is one of those that future forum searchers will find beneficial, thanks for sharing about your new pistol and why you're enjoying it!

 

[Hawk]

Wow did I hit a treasure with thi thread. Such animosity towards Glocks is difficult to understand from a logical standpoint.

Welcome to the forums! Pull up a chair and set a spell.
It's important to remember context. The OP specifically stated:

I am curious to know why some people might find Glock Perfection to be less than true.

Which is pretty much an engraved invitation to what followed.

Anyone want to add anything that hasn't been said?

I shot my wad with the hostile media perception bias thing. Further tweaking would appear similar to the continuation of fire after the opposition has quit the battlefield - we haven't heard from the OP since the 22nd.

With the OP gone, the charm has left.
IMHO

 

[XavierBreath]

With the OP gone, the charm has left.
IMHO

I agree. It's time to let this one be buried.

If anyone has a compelling reason to reopen it, PM me. There's a lot of other things to discuss...... In new threads.