Glock 17 or 19?

[ironsniper1]

so i am going to get my first handgun to get my CCW and after spending some time at gander mountain in mt juliet yesterday i have narrowed it down to these two, they both feel great in my head the weight on both is awesome, but i just cant decide, if i could i would get both and be happy lol but what do y'all think?

[dcloudy777]

The G19 is going to be easier to carry, and give up very little in capacity/shootability to the larger gun.

 

However, I'd go to a rental range and shoot everything I could before I'd make a purchase decision. 

[TGO David]

I find the 19 easier to carry and conceal and the capacity is only minus two rounds from the 17.

[CommsNBombs]

It is almost a wash to be honest, the 19 and 17 are pretty similar in size, but the 19 gets the nod for carrying. I have a 32 (same size) and it feels just fine. Not saying you cant carry a 17 but I am pretty short and skinny (5'9 and 165) and dont like the 17 touching me.

All you lose with the 19 is 2 rounds and some barrel length. They shoot the same and feel the same - Id go with whatever is more comfortable.

If you ever get down to Clarksville I have 8 or 9 different Glocks you could shove down your pants and walk around with if youd like.

The 26 or 43 would be a bit better for carry, 12+1 in a 26 with an ext mag is pretty decent too.

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[runco]

+1 on the 19.  I have the 19, 23, and 32, plus the others, and for carry can't go wrong with this size. 

[pops572]

Another vote for the 19, I have 3 of them.

[Links2k]

I prefer the 19. Great for carry. Edited November 23, 2015 by LINKS2K

[GlockSpock]

Get a 19. You can use Glock 17 mags in it.


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[ironsniper1]

well i think that seals the deal, the 19 it is

[smithra89]

Good choice. Can't go wrong with a 19

[MrsMonkeyMan2500]

I am a caliber snob. I have 1,000% just realized it right this moment. The whole time I am asking myself why not a 20 or 21 in my head. I know there is brand snobs, but I am thinking I am way worse when it comes to size. No wonder I married MM.

 

It is almost a wash to be honest, the 19 and 17 are pretty similar in size, but the 19 gets the nod for carrying. I have a 32 (same size) and it feels just fine. Not saying you cant carry a 17 but I am pretty short and skinny (5'9 and 165) and dont like the 17 touching me.

All you lose with the 19 is 2 rounds and some barrel length. They shoot the same and feel the same - Id go with whatever is more comfortable.

If you ever get down to Clarksville I have 8 or 9 different Glocks you could shove down your pants and walk around with if youd like.

The 26 or 43 would be a bit better for carry, 12+1 in a 26 with an ext mag is pretty decent too.

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You disappoint me grasshoppa. I really thought you'd at least mention a 20 or 21. You of all people. :squint:

[ironsniper1]

If you ever get down to Clarksville I have 8 or 9 different Glocks you could shove down your pants and walk around with if youd like.
 

i...ummm...yeah i dont know how to respond to that lol

[CommsNBombs]

i...ummm...yeah i dont know how to respond to that lol

Lol, well to word it PC: If youd like to try carrying, handling or shooting some different flavors of Glock then come on down the CVille and Ill hook ya up lol

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[red dirt]

IMHO, You can't go wrong with a 19 but I like my 26 with the 15 round mag from my 19 using an xgrip spacer, seems just a tad bit more comfortable to me.  I'd take CNB up on his offer to see what you like.

[suspiciousmind]

If you can conceal a full sized pistol comfortably then I'd always opt for that.

[ZZRguy]

I agree on getting a 19 they conceal great but buy a good holster and a good gun belt.

[ironsniper1]

If you can conceal a full sized pistol comfortably then I'd always opt for that.

im 6'1 260 so I may be able to


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[A.J. Holst]

I am a caliber snob. I have 1,000% just realized it right this moment. The whole time I am asking myself why not a 20 or 21 in my head. I know there is brand snobs, but I am thinking I am way worse when it comes to size. No wonder I married MM.


You disappoint me grasshoppa. I really thought you'd at least mention a 20 or 21. You of all people. :squint:

Aha! Proof Glock 20/21 are chick guns...lol

[CommsNBombs]

Aha! Proof Glock 20/21 are chick guns...lol

You must like .40 cal....

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[MrsMonkeyMan2500]

You must like .40 cal....

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So you found the chick comment ridiculous too? Amazingly not funny... But it could be coming from someone with weak wrist who doesn't like 10mm? Edited November 24, 2015 by MrsMonkeyMan2500

[Rhodewarrior]

Get a 19. You can use Glock 17 mags in it.


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THIS ^^^^^^. juat add a x-grip to the 17 mag.  That's what I like about my 26, I can use 26/17/19 mags.  :up:  I really want to chop a 19 frame to fit all three mags.  

Edited November 24, 2015 by Rhodewarrior

[GlockSpock]

THIS ^^^^^^. juat add a x-grip to the 17 mag.  That's what I like about my 26, I can use 26/17/19 mags.  :up:  I really want to chop a 19 frame to fit all three mags.  

 

I would still suggest a Glock 19 Gen 4 over a Glock 26 though because the Glock 19 has a rail. To me that's important. But it is very nice to be able to "step up" on mag size and keep compatibility. 

[suspiciousmind]

im 6'1 260 so I may be able to


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Yep, you are a good candidate. I've said a million times on here, I conceal carry a full sized Beretta 92FS and two spare magazines with a Ruger LCRx as a backup. Every damn day.

[mikegideon]

I prefer the 19. I have a 19 and 23, and have steered a few others toward the 19. 

[Tncobra]

If you can conceal a full sized pistol comfortably then I'd always opt for that.

 

This ^

 

Largest pistol and caliber you can effectively handle.