traded my m&p9c for a glock 23!!

[bfaves]

So i decided it was time to move to the .40 caliber only no more 9mm's so i traded my m&p9c for a glock 23 with 2 holsters, 4 magazines, lots of ammo and it was made 12-29-2011 so its in excellent condition, well i couldn't be happier other than having issues concealing it well.. so now im thinking of trading off to a 27 opinions?

 

[Hilker]

I also have a 23 and yes it is diff. to cc. so I baught a walther pps .40, its a single stack 7+1. acts just like the 23 but real nice to cc. good luck

 

[bfaves]

its not the double stack that bothers me that much, more so the longer grip, looking at diffrent holsters now i have a glock holster and a serpa level 3 and niether are good for cc, im looking into a the crossbreed holsters! btw walther makes a damn nice firearm

 

[schick84]

I can highly recommend the Galco King Tuk, pretty much the same as crossbreed and no wait time. Bought mine at gander mountain for $60

 

[bfaves]

thanks for the info as i will be going to gander mountain to check one out!!!!!

 

[ditto]

If you are willing to try an IWB retention holster, I'd recommend investing in a 3 Speed Holster. They are custom made. I carry a G23 in one and love it. I am most comfortable with Appendix carry, which does cause me to print if I wear a form-fitting shirt, but assuming you're a guy you would probably have more options. I don't care for sub-compacts. Don't give up on the 23!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTUQwzXv8lM&feature=pyv

 

[WebSnyper]

I can highly recommend the Galco King Tuk, pretty much the same as crossbreed and no wait time. Bought mine at gander mountain for $60

The King Tuk is a great holster. I have one and carry my 23 or 27 in it at any given time.

I drove straight through back from Orlando and had my 27 in it the entire time and just about forgot I was wearing it.

If you decide to swap out to the 27 or pick one up in addition the King Tuk will accommodate both the 23 and 27.

 

[VERT]

The G23 is not bad to carry. Trick is to invest in a good holster and more importantly a belt. IMO the G23 is easier to shoot then the G27.

 

[chezuki]

I was in the same situation. I had a 23 and thought I wanted a 27 for better concealment. I traded and ended up trading back to a 23. I was able to shoot the 27 almost as well, but only with pinky extensions that made the grip roughly the same as a 23. IMO the Glock 19/23 is the perfect carry gun. I'm on my third one and I keep coming back because nothing else compares.

Also, the Comp-Tac MTAC is better quality than the Crossbreed and the production time is only about 3 days. Plus you can order just the Kydex portion if you decide to change your carry gun.

This was made for my 27, but I re-molded the end for the 23:

Here it is when I had the 27:

 

[Ziggy01]

The King tuck will probably be my next holster purchase. However don't discount the Versa-Carry. I was a little leary at first but I find myself using it often. As for trading down to the 27...I have both and find myself carrying the 23 more. I know several people who have gone to the 27. They end up putting a mag extention on to help carry your pinky finger which puts the grip close to the 23. Only now you have 4 less rounds.

 

[Ziggy01]

Here are a few pictures of my 27 & 23. I you look close at the grip you will see there really is no difference.

 

[chezuki]

If you are willing to try an IWB retention holster, I'd recommend investing in a 3 Speed Holster. They are custom made. I carry a G23 in one and love it. I am most comfortable with Appendix carry, which does cause me to print if I wear a form-fitting shirt, but assuming you're a guy you would probably have more options. I don't care for sub-compacts. Don't give up on the 23!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTUQwzXv8lM&feature=pyv

Sorry to go off topic here, but video is ridiculous. I assume the dramatic music is to keep us in suspence as to whether or not this guys pants are going to fall down with his belt loose enough to stuff that canvas bag of a holster down the front of them. There are plenty of quality holsters on the market that allow both firearm and pants retention.

 

[chezuki]

Here are a few pictures of my 27 & 23. I you look close at the grip you will see there really is no difference.

Without the extended mag there is. Factory 27 Mags are flush.

 

[WestSider]

As for Glocks, I prefer the mid-size (19) myself, and as for that video, I agree, looks like a gimmick, basically a new version of the Smart Carry which I tried once and hated.

 

[Ziggy01]

I am aware that factory mags have flat base plates. I used a picture of an extended mag for demonstation. As I originally stated alot of people end up adding the pinky extention. Mainly because they can't get use to their little finger not having any place to go.

 

[chezuki]

I was able to shoot the 27 almost as well, but only with pinky extensions that made the grip roughly the same as a 23.

I am aware that factory mags have flat base plates. I used a picture of an extended mag for demonstation. As I originally stated alot of people end up adding the pinky extention. Mainly because they can't get use to their little finger not having any place to go.

Indeed.

 

[lonegun3]

Nice picture comparison!

Without the extended mag there is. Factory 27 Mags are flush.

 

[ditto]

There are plenty of quality holsters on the market that allow both firearm and pants retention.

What makes you think that "canvas bag" of a holster isn't one of them? Just because YOU may not like it doesn't mean someone else wont be happy with it. There are several other demonstrative videos, I just picked the main one off their site.

Music? Loose pants? Really dude? It warranted a rant?

I made a friendly suggestion based off personal experience. That is all. I made no allegation that it was the superior choice. So...chill.

 

[chezuki]

What makes you think that "canvas bag" of a holster isn't one of them? Just because YOU may not like it doesn't mean someone else wont be happy with it. There are several other demonstrative videos, I just picked the main one off their site.

Music? Loose pants? Really dude? It warranted a rant?

I made a friendly suggestion based off personal experience. That is all. I made no allegation that it was the superior choice. So...chill.

You replied to this thread faster than you can draw from that holster!

My post was by no means an attack on you. If that holster suits your needs, awesome. Geez, don't get your thunderwear in a bunch!

BTW, I'm always chill.

 

[ditto]

I work weekends, today is my forum catch-up day.

Anyway, no hard feelings.

What the hell is "thunderwear"?