Which 9mm Glock Should I Buy?

Which Glock?

You have decided to buy a Glock Pistol because of their reliability, simplicity and reputation. You chose to go with a 9mm caliber because it is one of the most popular calibers for self defense, it's widespread availability and inexpensive cost. Now you have to decide which 9mm Glock you should buy. Before you buy your Glock you should hold it, feel it and shoot it to make sure it's right for you.

9mm Glocks Are Available in Four Models
G26, G19, G17 & G34 (All 9mm)

SUBCOMPACT "Baby" Glock	COMPACT The all-round talent	STANDARD Global Pistol	COMPETITION Tactical/Practical
GLOCK 26	GLOCK 19	GLOCK 17	GLOCK 34
Glock 26 Review	Glock 19 Review	Glock 17 Review	Glock 34 Review
G26 Specs	G19 Specs	G17 Specs	G34 Specs

How To Choose Which Glock To Buy?

You should choose a 9mm Glock based on your reason for wanting a gun. Whether you want to conceal carry a gun, target practice or keep it at home for self defense you should always shoot the gun at the range before you buy one.

Model #	Suitable For	Advantages	Drawbacks
SUBCOMPACT G26	Concealed carry. Carry. Used by security personnel and secret services.	Small size.	Feels like a lead weight for pocket carry and imprints easily. 10 round mag. Most kick to it. Hardest to shoot due to smaller size and small grip.

COMPACT G19	Concealed carry. Carry. Home defense. Used by security services.	15 round mag. Most versatile. Suitable for concealed carry or as a backup weapon.	None

STANDARD G17	Carry. Home defense. Used by law enforcement worldwide.	17 round mag. Most widely used law enforcement pistol worldwide.	None

COMPETITION G34	Competition. Target shooting. Home defense.	17 round mag. Easiest to shoot. Greatest accuracy for target engagement.	Too large to carry.

Selecting The Right Glock - Recommendations

If You Want A Glock For..	Which Glock Is Best
Concealed Carry	G26
Combination Carry & Home Defense	G19
Home Defense Gun	G17/ G34
Car Gun	G19/G17
Target/Competition Shooting	G34

9MM Glock Specifications

Model #	Mag Capacity	Weight (Loaded)	Dim (In.) L x W x H	Description
G26 SUBCOMPACT	Standard: 10 OPTIONAL 12/15/17/19/33	19.75 oz. (26.10 oz.)	6.29 x 1.18 x 4.17 LINE OF SIGHT 5.67 in	GLOCK 26 "Baby" Glock The triumphant advance of the smallest GLOCK pistol, specially developed for concealed carry and previously a domain of 5-round snub nose revolvers, started with the presentation of the GLOCK 26 in August 1994. The GLOCK 26 offers more than an alternative in this field. The magazine capacity of 10 rounds as standard and the highly accurate firing characteristics explain the worldwide distribution among security personnel and secret services.
G19 COMPACT	Standard: 15 OPTIONAL 17 / 19 / 33	20.99 oz. (29.98 oz.)	6.85 x 1.18 x 5.00 LINE OF SIGHT 6.02 in.	GLOCK 19 The all-round talent The GLOCK 19 is ideal for versatile use through reduced dimensions compared with the standard pistol size. With the proven caliber of 9x19, it has found worldwide distribution in security services. In addition to being used as a conventional service weapon, it is suitable for concealed carry or as a backup weapon. For instance, many of the elite pilots of the USAF for instance trust the GLOCK 19 for their efficient defense in emergency situations.
G17 STANDARD	Standard: 17 OPTIONAL 19 / 33	22.04 oz. (31.91 oz.)	7.32 x 1.18 x 5.43 LINE OF SIGHT 6.49 in	GLOCK 17 Global Pistol The GLOCK 17 in caliber 9x19 is the most widely used law enforcement pistol worldwide. Because of its unsurpassed reliability, above-average magazine capacity of 17 cartridges in the standard magazine and its low weight, it is trusted by law enforcement officers in their daily duties throughout the world. It is safe, easy and quick to use through the revolutionary “Safe Action” trigger system. GLOCK 17 – designed for professionals.
G34 COMPETITION	Standard: 17 OPTIONAL 19 / 33	22.92 oz. (32.79 oz.)	8.15 x 1.18 x 5.43 LINE OF SIGHT 7.56 in.	GLOCK 34 Tactical / Practical Obtaining the greatest accuracy for target engagement was the decisive reason for the development of the GLOCK 34 with extended barrel, greater slide dimensions and long distance between the sights. This highly-accurate pistol has found widespread use as a competitive pistol for IPSC.

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Buying A 9MM Glock