My G19 and a bandsaw. Good idea?

[ColdDayInHell]

Used G26 will set you back $450 tops.

Then you'll have two pistols.

BTW a G19 is super easy to conceal...

Lucky. In MA, the G26 is on sale at a local gun shop for $749. It is a pre-ban and has 2 magazines. The shop is very low on prices and currently has the LC9 with Lasermax for $399, the SR22 for $289 cash. But Glocks, cannot be sold new and the preban ones sell for big bucks. You all should feel so lucky! Now just think how hard it was to find my Glock 36.

 

[12131]

Go for it.
This guy chopped the G17 grip down to G19 size. Looks great and works. http://www.ar15armory.com/forums/G17-mod-G19-mags-t124247.html

Chopping the G19 down to G26 grip is same principle.

 

[shootr]

Heck, it's just another gun project. If you think you're capable of doing the job to the std that will satisfy you - go for it. Take your time. Maybe even pm a few of those who have done nice jobs and get some pointers.

 

[MacPelto]

I think I remember those photos here on THR. If that was you, that was my reason for joining THR. Just to see your photos while logged on.

Ha! Awesome! What a compliment!

 

[JHenry]

if you do end up going for it, id cut about an extra half an inch and then sand it till its where you want. Sand paper is alot more forgiving then a band saw.

 

[verdun59]

I'll take Bowie Tactical for $70.00 Alex.

 

[Girodin]

Remember that it will cost you more than $70 though. Shipping a handgun Fed ex next day air tends to be relatively expensive. By the time you ship it both ways it is more like $140 than $70. It still might be worth it to have Bowie do it. Some people have very little faith in their own abilities.

There is also the issue of their 16-24 week turn around time.

 

[tech30528]

Cut the grip.
It is a tool not a holy artifact.


Th real value of a tool is determined by its utility.

That's how I feel about the MN. Purists have a cow when you talk about modding one, but hey, there are 60 million of them them out there. Go save the rest of them. Nice job BTW.

 

[marb4]

Update

Ok so I've decided to go ahead with this project. I'm ordering a G26 mag before I do any chopping. I've seriously considered trading for a G26 but all of the hastle with doing that makes it unappealing to me. Besides, I know this pistol is reliable and I love the trigger on it. I may start a new thread with pics when I actually begin the work. I've seen lots of other pics online of guys who have done it and I really think its something I can handle (with a little patience of course). Wish me luck!

 

[FIVETWOSEVEN]

I've played around with the idea of doing it to my XD but I like having the solid grip. I wish someone would make a grip extension that rides on the magazine but then snaps into place on the gun and stays on the gun when the magazine is dropped.

 

[sidheshooter]

Ok so I've decided to go ahead with this project. I'm ordering a G26 mag before I do any chopping.

Awesome!

Marty Hayes, IIRC, has a 34 or 35 cut down for 19/23 length mags. The concept has real merit; my hat is off to you.

 

[45_auto]

I've cut down several Glocks for friends. I found that the easiest way is to clamp a 26 in the mill and set the cutter height. Then replace it with the 19 and the cutter will be set perfectly. Smooth the milled edges and it looks factory. Takes about 2 minutes.

 

[breacher]

chopped my Steyr M40 from this-


to S40 length-


the difference-


no milling machine, just a vice, hacksaw and file and about 45 minutes of work, can't imagine paying somebody $70. to do that for me

 

[breacher]

then later I stippled it with a little soldering iron for a better grip

 

[HKGuns]

It is just a gLoCk, hack away. Paint it too while you are at it.

 

[chicharrones]

Ok so I've decided to go ahead with this project. Wish me luck!

I am looking forward to seeing the results!

 

[chicharrones]

That looks great!

the difference-

 

[marb4]

chopped my Steyr M40 from this-


to S40 length-


the difference-


no milling machine, just a vice, hacksaw and file and about 45 minutes of work, can't imagine paying somebody $70. to do that for me

Wow. That looks great! You're helping bolster my failing bravery! Looking to start next week after I get my G26 mag in.

 

[breacher]

Steyr chop was easy because the mag tube to floor plate angle is 90 degrees for both versions. I know the 19 and 17 mags have different angles, dunno about the 26. Best bet with that chop would be to lay a 26 on top of your 19 and use a Sharpie to trace a cut line.

and then get you a couple of these for your mags, they're great!!
http://www.concealablecontrol.com/

 

[ajoker31]

You can do what i did. Sell the g19 and buy a g26. After that, purchase a grip extension and some G19 mags and you can carry it as a G26 or higher capacity g19.

 

[marb4]

You can do what i did. Sell the g19 and buy a g26. After that, purchase a grip extension and some G19 mags and you can carry it as a G26 or higher capacity g19.

When the saw blade finally touches the grip and I get cold feet I may just do that!