Glock choice

[nm0369]

For that matter there is really no reason to have a G17 over the G34. They are essentially the same size except for a little barrel length. After mounting a light (I would suggest a Streamlight TLR-1) there would actually be no difference in length. This is because the light would stick out beyond the barrel of the G17 anyway. So length is not an issue, not for carry so weight is not an issue, might as well have the easier to shoot gun.

Other than price/availability. AFAIK, a G34 is about $100 more than a G17.

 

[goldsmithr3]

How about a g27, night sights, extra barrels and mags. in 9mm., 357 sig., maybe some extended magazines? This would give you a choice of ammo. if the question (what if I could keep only one became more serious than it is now).

 

[VERT]

Other than price/availability. AFAIK, a G34 is about $100 more than a G17.

Yes a G17 is both cheaper to purchase and easier to find. If those are considerations then the G17 would be a better choice then a G34.

 

[nsheepdog]

I got the 21. Plan to get the 34 next time.

 

[nsheepdog]

https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/general_firearms_discussion/295125-glock_choice-3.html#post4223528

 

[VERT]

I got the 21. Plan to get the 34 next time.

Fine choice. 14 rounds of 45 acp means serious business.

 

[PaxRomana]

34...for the reasons given above. If you are really wanting a .45 that's one thing. From a practical standpoint, going with the 34 makes more sense imo..

 

[jtcollardjr]

Go with the G21. But look for a gen3. They are more reliable than the gen4.

 

[Cole46845]

30S or 21

 

[Whitey1]

Glock 26 and 34 go together like steak and potato. Notice they have the beveled edges on the front of the slide. Magazines for 34 work in the 26. Much higher mag capacity.
With modern defense ammo, nine is fine and you get more shots. Add an Arredondo extension and you have 23 plus 1 rounds ready to rock.

 

[Whitey1]

Oops. Posted too late. A G21 has advantages too. Did you know you can get a 460 Rowland conversion kit for it? Just in case you want to hunt with it or carry it when you're in bear country.

 

[Hohn]

I'd go G17 or 34, not just for ammo compatibility, but also the 1-way magazine compatibility.

Do you already have another .45acp of some kind?

This. I think caliber sharing is better than diversity in this case.

 

[bullet]

This. I think caliber sharing is better than diversity in this case.

I also agree. I carry a G22 for a main gun and a G23 for back up. I have a G31 with G35 barrel for home. I did this because I already had the pistol and barrel and this saves me from having to take my main gun in and out of a holster, since my home gun isn't holstered. What do they all have in common, same mag/ammo.

 

[nsheepdog]

I have the 26 for CC, now the 21 for HD, and next will be the 34 for practice, shtf, etc. I think those three will fill any needs I would have for a pistol. Thanks for the comments.