No more Glocking ... one man's story

[Old Dog]

The end of living a lie: Finally realizing the hypocrisy of being a 1911 aficionado while owning Glocks, I sold my last remaining BPP (black plastic pistol) – my trusty G-23 (with the plug and aftermarket Trijicons). No regrets. What a liberating feeling to know that I’ll:
- Never again have to endure the ridicule of my fellow 1911-loving shooting dinosaur buddies when I whip out my Tupperware at the range …
- Never again have to swallow my pride and admit ignoring common sense and having payed five times retail price for thirteen round magazines of dubious heritage …
- Never again try to manage that bizarre trigger pull that feels like snapping a toothpick in half …
- Never again wonder about the efficacy of carrying a pistol that really doesn’t (don’t give me that “safe action†crap) have a safety device …
- Never again wonder if the myth of the KB (ka-boom) isn’t really a myth (sorry, Dean) …

Looking back, it seems as though taking my Glock to the range, or carrying it, was sort of like sneaking out to meet Rosie O’Donnell for a night of amour, leaving Halle Berry at home.

Of course, I rationalized my ownership of Glocks by pretending that, because of the … um, slightly moist climate up here in the Pacific Northwest, I was really protecting my “good handguns†from the elements. But why was I occasionally carrying a pistol that deep down inside, I hated? And couldn’t shoot nearly as well as I could shoot my 1911s (and even my DA/SA semiautos)? The Glocks … ahh … yes, they’re eminently reliable and probably could survive a blast from a nearby nuclear detonation, or a hundred years buried under the polar ice cap … but as far as aesthetic appeal, or any redeeming qualities engendering pride of ownership, well, nada.

Since following the white light back, I’ve re-discovered the joys of revolver shooting (is there anything nicer than the buttery smooth trigger of a forty-year old Smith and Wesson?). Is there a cooler looking pistol than the CZ-75? And why does ammo for my wife’s mousegun cost so dang much? My 1911s are much happier, and positively seem to glow with pride when I open the gunsafe … Life is good.

* Disclaimer * None of the above is intended to be disrespectful of the Glock istol or should be construed as a “flame†to owners of said BPPs.

 

[R.H. Lee]

Welcome back into the light. May your horrifying experience serve as a reminder of eternal vigilance to those drawn to the netherworld.

 

[MoNsTeR]

- Never again have to swallow my pride and ignore common sense while paying five times retail price for thirteen round magazines of dubious heritage …

The other points are at least arguable (if silly), but this one I just don't get. Glock full-caps are $20 max now, brand-new, in case you've been sleeping under a rock since September

 

[SmershAgent]

One man's trash, another man's treasure.

I, on the other hand, have been totally and inexorably seduced by the black, polymer mystique of the Glock. Anyone who cannot appreciate their beauty and grace simply doesn't deserve to own one.

I've owned my model 22 for about a year now. After several thousand rounds, it's had 0 misfires, 0 FTFs or FTEs, and it is my most accurate handgun. I'm going to get a baby brother (model 19) for it as soon as finances allow.

* Disclaimer * None of the above is intended to be disrespectful of the Glock pistol or should be construed as a “flame†to owners of said BPPs.

Duly noted.

 

[psyopspec]

I've never put half that much psychology into the guns I own or don't own. But it's easy to see your decision was well thought. Good luck with that.

 

[spin180]

Looking back, it seems as though taking my Glock to the range, or carrying it, was sort of like sneaking out to meet Rosie O’Donnell for a night of amour, leaving Halle Berry at home.

So you're likening a Glock to Rosie O'Donnell... Man, that's low. I wouldn't even subject a High Point to that.

I, on the other hand, have been totally and inexorably seduced by the black, polymer mystique of the Glock.

Me too... that and the O.D. green, polymer mystique.

I appreciate that your discourse against Glocks was reasonable and coherent. Different strokes and all, you know. I really like my Glocks. As my needs are concerned, they're accurate, reliable, affordable; just right for me.

 

[InfernoMDM]

Ok I hate glocks, because I personally think they are ugly and over priced. I personally carry a pretty overpriced firearm .

That being said a GLOCK (starts vomiting) isnt a bad firearm (vomits more). Its reliable it works well and it does the same thing a 1911, a HK, and a High point does. SHOOT!

Are they really that bad to sell off unless broke? I think not.

Steel doesnt make a weapon any better then polymer makes a gun more accurate.

That said the thing I like the most about a 1911 is it s all metal.

 

[SmershAgent]

Don't mock my Glock, or I'll clean your clock!

 

[jc2]

I've owned my model 22 for about a year now. After several thousand rounds, it's had 0 misfires, 0 FTFs or FTEs, and it is my most accurate handgun.

I've had my Model 27 going on 35 years. I have fired countless thousands of rounds through it from super mild to very hot. It's had 0 misfires, 0 FTFs or FTEs and is as accurate as any handgun I've ever shot. I've never replaced a single spring (recoil, magazine or any other). I've never replaced a magazine or bought a spare magazine. Let's hear about your Glock in 35 years, OK?

 

[SmershAgent]

I've had my Model 27 going on 35 years.

I thought the first Glocks came out in 1987. Am I mistaken?

 

[rick newland]

I believe he is talking about the S&W Model 27 revolver. I have had a model 27 since 76 and also have not had any problems with it.

 

[Ankeny]

I went the Glock route. Had a 17, 22, 23, 19, 21, 27 and a 35. Sold them all and went exclusively with the 1911s. That was a couple of years ago. Last month I sold my primary carry gun, a slightly modified Kimber CDP Pro. Replaced it with a Glock 26 (ugly and chunky).

For me, if it's full size it has to be a 1911. But, for a small 9mm, the Glock is hard to beat. Then again, as soon as I get a light weight Commander sized 1911 in a 9mm, I might be Glockless once again.

 

[SmershAgent]

I believe he is talking about the S&W Model 27 revolver.

Ahhhh.

I, of course, knew that all along. I just wanted to see how sharp my peers here were...Glad to see he didn't pull a fast one on you...

 

[The Rabbi]

Ah, silly boys. Everyone knows that all guns that are worth having or shooting were already invented by, say, 1910. And they didnt have any of those clip thingies or whatever ya call em.
Glock, 1911, I guess they'd work OK as a backup to a revolver.

 

[Kurt]

Quote;
"Anyone who cannot appreciate their beauty and grace simply doesn't deserve to own one."





Please check your trays and seatbelts, place your seats in an upright position . . . and KEEP BOTH FEET ON THE GROUND!!!!!

Thank you SO much for that bit of levity; it's been one of those days.

 

[GILROY]

My gun history is almost identical! Had many Glocks, tried to make myself like em. Finally gave up for the same reasons. Sold them all. I still respect them.
My 9mms are now a P99 and a SIG P225 and P226. My Wilson KZ-45 is the best of both worlds. A nice stable of various 1911s fills out the safe. Nothing else is on my wish list. I can't believe I said that.

 

[flip180]

"Replaced it with a Glock 26 (ugly and chunky)."

I used to think the same thing about my G26. I agree that there are thinner pistols out there but, a good thin kydex holster can offset the total thickness of the package. I too love glocks and 1911's but after having a baby girl 5 months ago and buying a house, I needed a cheap to shoot, easy to carry/conceal, easy to maintain and totally reliable pistol. The G26 fits the bill.

"* Disclaimer * None of the above is intended to be disrespectful of the Glock pistol or should be construed as a “flame†to owners of said BPPs."

No offence taken. I bet my wife would love it if I would stop talking about buying another 1911 and do it but priorities have changed. I love the way a 1911 shoots but I guess it has been my bad luck that I haven't owned one that had been totally reliable out of the box. I think that I used the analogy that 1911's (to me) are like this really hot chick that I can't seem to trust out on a night on the town. Now, glocks are like that average dependable girl that is always there. I need a hug . I wish my girl would hurry home .

Flip.

 

[Lennyjoe]

Funny you should mention that. I got rid of my only Glock last year.

I thought I got away from the darkside.........................

Just one problem, Im jonesing for a G29

 

[Texshooter]

Free at last, free at last, thank God Almighty, you are free at last.

American steel and a round trigger guard.

 

[Domino]

I, on the other hand, have been totally and inexorably seduced by the black, polymer mystique of the Glock. Anyone who cannot appreciate their beauty and grace simply doesn't deserve to own one.

I've owned my model 22 for about a year now. After several thousand rounds, it's had 0 misfires, 0 FTFs or FTEs, and it is my most accurate handgun. I'm going to get a baby brother (model 19) for it as soon as finances allow.

Yeah me too, I like half of shooters thought I would never own a polymer framed Glock. But, I bought a G19 because the price, size, caliber, and reputation was exactly what I was looking for. I love it now more than any other automatic I've fired. Good luck in getting the G19 you want, it is the perfect size and caliber combo I have yet to find and its extremely addictive to shoot.

I bought a 1911 as my first pistol and I love it, but in many respects its obsolete when compared to something like a G19.

 

[sfhogman]

I probably don't deserve to own one......

 

[lbmii]

Yes a 1911 is nice once you get all the little kinks worked out so it don't stove pipe too often.

 

[9x19]

To borrow from Petruchio:

Methinks the Old Dog doth protest too much!

 

[Dienekes]

Traded a very nice G17 and its two 17 rounders straight across for two excellent Ruger Security Sixes.

Oh, what a feeling!

Give me an inherently accurate cartridge (.38/.357, .45 ACP) and a good trigger any day.

 

[surfinUSA]

I didn't care for Glocks when they first came out. I had carried a Colt light weight commander for years. Although my daily carry gun is now a SIG 239 in 40, I've had a G27 since they were first introduced.

The G27 is what I take anytime I think something bad may happen to the gun. It goes on the boat, in the swamp, etc. Its as accurate and reliable as the sig (more so than the colt) but also lighter and easier to conceal. It doesn't rust and can have swamp mud washed out with stream water and will still work just fine. Although I'm sure the SIG can take this abuse, I think its barrel and inner parts may rust and its far more complicated to detail strip than the Glock.

For me the Glocks are top of the line tools that do what they are designed to and do it well. I'm not emotionally attached to my guns. I look for the best tool that will do the job in the most efficient manner. The G19 is also an outstanding gun. One of the finest 9mms on the market.