millsan1 3 Posted August 29, 2013 I was an anti Glock guy, mostly because I hate going along with the crowd, more than anything. I ended up with a Glock 34, through a series of events. I have shot it a fair amount, probably 1,000 rounds in the past few weeks. Once I became comfortable with it, and found a good hold, it really is an accurate gun. What totally converted me, however, was the engineering. I dug into it last night to give it a good cleaning and to take a hard look at the guts. First off, the cleaning was the easiest cleaning I have done yet. I had not even opened it up since I got it and was expecting a pretty dirty interior. Nope. There was some residue, etc, but overall, it really did not retain any mess like my 92FS does. Cleaning took all of 5 minutes. I then marveled how easy it was to take apart and put back together, which is the opposite of my M&P CORE, which has one of the dumbest take down procedures EVER. After cleaning and putting it back together, I just sat there looking at the gun, and said to myself "I think I love this thing". God have mercy on my soul. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kingsoverqueens 10 Posted August 29, 2013 God have mercy on my soul. And the congregation says "Amen." There will come a time when I too will have a Glock, and I too will probably like it. They are like the little black dress of guns. Only uglier. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mickeyduck 0 Posted August 29, 2013 Psychic reading.....You are the Glock east coast sales rep of North America? Granted they are very utilitarian but what kind of society are we without Art? The beauty of a 92FS? a 1911? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawnmoore81 623 Posted August 29, 2013 My one distributor had these used glocks from the Detroit police department. They had it engraved on em. I've been debating one just because its cool but I figure they have probably been used a lot. I'm probably going to buy a new one shortly. Probably a 9mm Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawnmoore81 623 Posted August 29, 2013 But I'm a sig guy Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kingsoverqueens 10 Posted August 29, 2013 Police buy back gun from Detroit used a lot? Nah....couldn't be. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vladtepes 1,060 Posted August 29, 2013 why the hell were you cleaning a Glock.. LOL they are great... I would not personally own any other handgun unless I found some need that I am unaware of yet.. the gun just never malfunctions.. and runs great.. I wish the subcompact was a little slimmer.. because I know carrying a slimmer gun would be nice... but all in all for what it is.. I have not found a better value gun that is as reliable as Glock.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2ANJ 0 Posted August 29, 2013 Compared to my hk p30 my g14 gen 4 is right up there. I love the damn thing. Also, my m&p shield .40 is a little fun to shoot as well...AH HELL! I love them all Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rauchman 3 Posted August 29, 2013 why the hell were you cleaning a Glock.. LOL they are great... I would not personally own any other handgun unless I found some need that I am unaware of yet.. the gun just never malfunctions.. and runs great.. I wish the subcompact was a little slimmer.. because I know carrying a slimmer gun would be nice... but all in all for what it is.. I have not found a better value gun that is as reliable as Glock.. Totally agree with this. Although I don't carry, I've found Glocks to be more accurate than most give them credit for, extremely reliable, very simple to fully take down, easily found parts and relatively cheap and easy to maintain. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,877 Posted August 29, 2013 Re-read the topic. -G +C Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rauchman 3 Posted August 29, 2013 Re-read the topic. -G +C Not sure what this means? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jrfly3006 42 Posted August 29, 2013 Re-read the topic. -G +C oh boy.. I see what u did there...oooffaaa! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jrfly3006 42 Posted August 29, 2013 I was an anti Glock guy, mostly because I hate going along with the crowd, more than anything. I ended up with a Glock 34, through a series of events. I have shot it a fair amount, probably 1,000 rounds in the past few weeks. Once I became comfortable with it, and found a good hold, it really is an accurate gun. What totally converted me, however, was the engineering. I dug into it last night to give it a good cleaning and to take a hard look at the guts. First off, the cleaning was the easiest cleaning I have done yet. I had not even opened it up since I got it and was expecting a pretty dirty interior. Nope. There was some residue, etc, but overall, it really did not retain any mess like my 92FS does. Cleaning took all of 5 minutes. I then marveled how easy it was to take apart and put back together, which is the opposite of my M&P CORE, which has one of the dumbest take down procedures EVER. After cleaning and putting it back together, I just sat there looking at the gun, and said to myself "I think I love this thing". God have mercy on my soul. A smart man...you are.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
millsan1 3 Posted August 29, 2013 oh boy.. I see what u did there...oooffaaa! Yeah, but it is -GL + C I play with words Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
millsan1 3 Posted August 29, 2013 Psychic reading.....You are the Glock east coast sales rep of North America? Granted they are very utilitarian but what kind of society are we without Art? The beauty of a 92FS? a 1911? My 92FS is my first and favorite gun. So easy to shoot accurately and it looks like a gun. External hammer is a cool thing in my book, which explains my 2 PX4s as well. My M&P CORE is simple to point and shoot. Shooting with an optic is like bowling with the gutter bumpers up. Too easy. But as it stands now, if I had to choose 1 piece to be my one and only, as much as I hate to say it, it would be the G34. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,877 Posted August 29, 2013 Yeah, but it is -GL + C I play with words .... Oop yeah that. Missed a letter Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawnmoore81 623 Posted August 29, 2013 Police buy back gun from Detroit used a lot? Nah....couldn't be. I was thinking if I went to sell it in the future I may get more Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
millsan1 3 Posted August 29, 2013 BTW, Shawn, Occupy the NRA is using your kids pic in their latest assault. Comparing it to baseball. Ass Hats. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jrfly3006 42 Posted August 29, 2013 why the hell were you cleaning a Glock.. LOL they are great... I would not personally own any other handgun unless I found some need that I am unaware of yet.. the gun just never malfunctions.. and runs great.. I wish the subcompact was a little slimmer.. because I know carrying a slimmer gun would be nice... but all in all for what it is.. I have not found a better value gun that is as reliable as Glock.. my sentiments exactly Vlad Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve_G 51 Posted August 29, 2013 But as it stands now, if I had to choose 1 piece to be my one and only, as much as I hate to say it, it would be the G34. Anthony, you always seemed like an intelligent and reasonable man. I'm sure these feelings about the glock will pass. I will admit that I recently picked up a G23 and it seems fine, reasonably accurate, ate everything I fed it and very simple to break down. Don't see it being on my favorites list though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FLHX 1 Posted August 29, 2013 I tried to not like my Glock34 for awhile, I wanted to use my 1911 for everything USPSA, IDPA and Steel. I shot them all for awhile. I started to notice my times were much better with my Glock. I would say I just had a good day when I was using the Glock but it was consistent. I have seen made the decision to shot the 34 in most gun games. I do like my Spartan 9mm for steel but it sometimes has issues! I know that every time I point and press the trigger on all my Glocks it will go bang. I cannot say that for all my guns except for maybe my CZ-75 and it has an issue every now and then, its rare but it happens. I now want a G35 for limited. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RUTGERS95 890 Posted August 29, 2013 I hate them as a shooter but they are simplistic. I feel like op regarding the px4....ver easy to clean as well Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcbethr 42 Posted August 29, 2013 "I think I love this thing". I want my PX4 Compact back, Anthony. I'm applying for a permit today. My PX4 is a lady and you are not keeping my mistress in a safe with those animals. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawnmoore81 623 Posted August 29, 2013 BTW, Shawn, Occupy the NRA is using your kids pic in their latest assault. Comparing it to baseball. Ass Hats. Give me a link. Ill go after them in a heart beat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Underdog 1,593 Posted August 29, 2013 The ONLY thing lacking in a Glock is the Ergonomics, and everything else far outweighs that. I wish Glock had a single-stack line. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
O-gre 7 Posted August 29, 2013 I have a G21 and went to clean it at the range, slide wouldn't come off so like an idiot I point it towards the ground and pull the trigger (needed to remove slide) and it drops hard on to the concrete floor. My heart drops. I pick it up and the concrete has a chip in it and absolutely not a mark on the slide. Sold me right there! I also have a CZ, 92fs, HK P30 and Sig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
millsan1 3 Posted August 29, 2013 I want my PX4 Compact back, Anthony. I'm applying for a permit today. My PX4 is a lady and you are not keeping my mistress in a safe with those animals. She is nestled between the 92 and my full size. She is in good company. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
millsan1 3 Posted August 29, 2013 Anthony, you always seemed like an intelligent and reasonable man. I'm sure these feelings about the glock will pass. I will admit that I recently picked up a G23 and it seems fine, reasonably accurate, ate everything I fed it and very simple to break down. Don't see it being on my favorites list though. I was referring to a SHTF scenario. I love all my pistols equally, but as a tool to be used and counted on 100% of the time, Glock would be my choice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Glock guy 1,127 Posted August 29, 2013 I have four Glocks, but my G34 is far and away my favorite. I will readily admit that my Beretta 92A1 is sexier (don't tell my Glocks, lest they become jealous), but if my life were on the line, I would want my G34. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jerseyfirefighter 0 Posted August 30, 2013 Two glocks here. I love my 27. The 17 was my first, and its like holding a brick..lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites