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Mini Glock - Glocks Small Frame Handguns
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These Are The Mini Glocks
Mini Glocks come in different styles and calibers but they are all pretty much the same size (see chart below). The smaller calibers hold more ammunition but the larger calibers pack a bigger wallop.
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| G26 | G27 | G29 | G39 | G30 | G28 | G33 |
| 9 mm | .40 S&W | 10mm | .45 GAP | .45 AUTO | .380 | .357 SIG |
What is a Mini Glock Or Pocket Glock?
Glock is a series of semi-automatic pistols designed and manufactured by Glock in Austria. Glocks come in four basic styles, standard, compact, subcompact and competition. Each style varies with respect to size, caliber and capacity. The terms "Mini Glock" or "Pocket Glock" are phrases given to Glocks subcompact line of handguns.
Shooting The Mini Glock
Due to their small size, the Mini-Glocks tend to be a little harder to shoot accurately and require practice to achieve accuracy. The smaller grip changes the way you grab the Glock. It forces you to tuck your small finger underneath the grip which requires some getting used to. Shooting any Glock is the same as shooting any similar automatic pistol. You need to practice the basics of correct sight picture, trigger squeeze, good grip and good stance.
Mini Glocks Come in Different Calibers
These are Glocks subcompact line of handguns known as mini Glocks.
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Glock 26 is the 9mm caliber Mini Glock.
The Glock 27 is the .40 caliber Mini Glock.
The Glock 29 is the 10mm AUTO caliber Mini Glock.
The Glock 39 is the .45 G.A.P. caliber Mini Glock.
The Glock 30 & Glock 36 Slimline are the .45 ATUO caliber Mini Glocks.
The Glock 28 is the .380 AUTO caliber Mini Glock.
The Glock 33 is the .357 caliber Mini Glock.
Specifications
| Model | Caliber | Capacity | OAL | OAL | Width | Weight |
| 26 | 9 mm | 10 | 6.29" | 4.17" | 1.18" | 19.75 oz |
| 27 | 0.4 | 9 | 6.29" | 4.17" | 1.18" | 19.75 oz |
| 29 | 10 mm | 10 | 6.77" | 4.45" | 1.27" | 24.69 oz |
| 39 | .45 GAP | 6 | 6.30" | 4.17" | 1.18" | 19.33 oz |
| 30 | .45 ACP | 10 | 6.77" | 4.76" | 1.27" | 23.99 oz |
| 28 | .380 ACP | 10 | 6.29" | 4.17" | 1.18" | 18.66 oz |
| 33 | .357 sig | 9 | 6.29" | 4.17" | 1.18" | 19.75 oz |
Weight without magazine
Size & Weight Comparison for same size Caliber
| Model | Caliber | Capacity | OAL | OAL | Width | Weight |
| 17 | 9 mm | 17 | 7.32" | 5.43" | 1.18" | 22.04 oz |
| 17L | 9 mm | 17 | 8.85" | 5.43" | 1.18" | 23.63 oz |
| 19 | 9 mm | 15 | 6.85" | 5.00" | 1.18" | 20.99 oz |
| 26 | 9 mm | 10 | 6.29" | 4.17" | 1.18" | 19.75 oz |
| 34 | 9 mm | 17 | 8.15" | 5.43" | 1.18" | 22.92 oz |
Weight without magazine
Mini Glock Grip
Glock Grips
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Grasp the pistol in your strong hand as high up as possible to provide good control and leverage. The webbing between the thumb and the forefinger should press firmly into the top of the back of the grip. You will likely only be able to wrap your top 3 fingers around the grip. Your small finger should be tucked underneath the grip. This will also help control the recoil.
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Point your trigger finger pointing straight down-range along the side of the gun.
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Position your middle finger under the trigger guard. Your three lower fingers wrap around the grip.
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Place your weak hand thumb against the Glock's grip. Position it just below and parallel to the slide. Your weak hand should wrap around the fingers of your strong hand.
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Position your strong hand thumb on top of your weak hand thumb.
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Your strong hand should have a firm grip, but not so tight as your knuckles turn white.
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Your trigger finger should be relaxed.
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Rotate your wrists a little bit downward and forward to prevent flipping up during recoil. Your forearm should extend directly back from the center line of the weapon.
Trigger Control
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Dry firing your mini Glock is the best way to develop good trigger control.
Aim the gun at a target using the sights and pull the trigger normally. Keep looking at the sights. If the sights or target shift during or after trigger pull you need some work on your trigger pull. Practice dry firing by pulling the trigger slowly and smoothly. Try different amounts of finger pressure on the trigger. The key is not to let the sight picture move while you are pulling the trigger. Once you achieve this keep practicing until it becomes second nature to you. -
After dry firing go to the range with your mini Glock for some live fire.
Use bulls eye targets at close range (10-15 feet) to allow you to see the holes as you make them. This will provide instant feedback to correct your technique. Do not try to shoot fast. Shoot slowly and concentrate on your actions of pulling the trigger. Pull the trigger smoothly. Do not jerk it. Squeeze the trigger gradually such that when the round is fired it comes as a surprise to you. After the round is fired do not release the trigger fully, just release it enough so that it clicks. This will minimize finger movement and help keep the gun steady.
Shooting Stance
Face the target. Position your feet with your "weak" foot and shoulder slightly in front of the strong. This will allow your forearm to extend directly back from the center line of the weapon. Grip the gun and rotate your wrists a little bit downward and forward to prevent flipping up during recoil. Lean your body a little bit foreword to prevent the recoil from throwing you off balance.
Flinching or Anticipating Recoil of Your Mini Glock
That loud bang you hear is one of the causes of flinching. Try reducing the noise by using better ear muffs or use a combination of ear muffs and ear plugs.
Shooting Mistakes
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Glock shooting high - anticipating recoil or breaking wrist up, pushing or healing.
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Glock shooting to the right - squeezing thumb or too much trigger finger.
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Glock shooting to the left - too little trigger finger or tightening fingers.
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Glock shooting low - tightening grip while pulling trigger or jerking or slapping trigger or breaking wrist down, pushing forward or drooping head.
Shooting Bag
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Glock Black Nylon Pistol Range Bag Md: AP60211 A must have item for the serious Glock enthusiast, this heavy-duty pistol bag has room for your Glock pistol, ammunition, glasses and ear muffs! It is also constructed of DuPont ballistic nylon so it is built to last. These are a much more practical way for carrying you pistol around than the standard Tupperware box that the Glock pistols come in from the factory. This is the official licensed Glock merchandise!, Type: Range Bag Color: Black Dimensions: 1 Pistol Material: Dupont Ballistic Nylon Finish: Textured, Manufacturer: GLOCK INC, Model: AP60211 |
Shooting Accessories
Accessories include Glock sights, holsters, scope mounts, magazines, tools, grips, caps and apparel, cleaning kits. See Glock Accessories.