TPABA 0 Posted March 11, 2007 Report Share Posted March 11, 2007 What do you think? Mainly for self defense purposes. What are your thoughts on 9x19mm vs .40 S&W? Can I legally get a magazine bigger than 10 rounds for the G23? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaGroaner 2 Posted March 11, 2007 Report Share Posted March 11, 2007 What do you think? Mainly for self defense purposes. What are your thoughts on 9x19mm vs .40 S&W? Can I legally get a magazine bigger than 10 rounds for the G23? I switched from a G23 to a G27 and am much happier. I use a Pearce +1 fingergrip floorplate on the favtory 9-round mag and I carry one or two extra G22 mags with +2 floorplates or sometimes another 10 rounder. I shoot the G27 every bit as well as I did the G23 and it's a dream to CCW. I put nightsights on mine and also have an internal Lasermax laser sight as a backup sighting system. It is the sweetest pistol I have ever owned bar none. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AKOK 4 Posted March 11, 2007 Report Share Posted March 11, 2007 I have both the 23 and 27. Both are great guns. I carry the 27 with an extra 23 13 rd mag most of the time. You will have to check state and local laws as far as high capicity mags go. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
busy_squirrel 1 Posted March 12, 2007 Report Share Posted March 12, 2007 Just picked up a G27 w/ nightsights today. Feels fine, and the scherer 29rd. mag fits in it just fine. I havn't shot it yet, might not wanna keep it. The slide is just too long to fit in my coat pocket. I may trade it for a Kahr PM40. Then I can get a G22 or G20. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TPABA 0 Posted March 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2007 I would think a Glock27 is a little small for practical purposes. I'm sure it's an awesome backup weapon, but what if it's all you got against something much bigger? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaGroaner 2 Posted March 17, 2007 Report Share Posted March 17, 2007 I would think a Glock27 is a little small for practical purposes. I'm sure it's an awesome backup weapon, but what if it's all you got against something much bigger? I CCW and for me anything else is too big to be practical. Secondly when I do get my full-size Glock it's going to be a G20. If you're going to go big... why go small? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TPABA 0 Posted March 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2007 Glock 23 isn't exactly full size. Is it really that uncomfortable to carry with? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shotgun_lobotomy 0 Posted March 18, 2007 Report Share Posted March 18, 2007 i just got a G26 a week or so ago, nice lil pocket popper. and its not about the comfort of a small gun, its about being able to hide it so the lil old lady at the store dont see it and call the cops about a guy with a gun. the ALWAYS come for that call and usually arent nice about it even when u have a CCW Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaGroaner 2 Posted March 18, 2007 Report Share Posted March 18, 2007 (edited) i just got a G26 a week or so ago, nice lil pocket popper.and its not about the comfort of a small gun, its about being able to hide it so the lil old lady at the store dont see it and call the cops about a guy with a gun. the ALWAYS come for that call and usually arent nice about it even when u have a CCW Exactly, my G27 is just about exactly the same length and height as my old S&W Chiefs Special .38 snubbie and just a little harder to hide but definitely worth it for the additional firepower. A G23 doesn't offer any advantage and frankly I shoot my G27 as well as I did my G23. I can lose my CHP for not keeping my pistol properly concealed so I take that aspect of it very seriously. Edited March 18, 2007 by DaGroaner Quote Link to post Share on other sites
getitat 609 Posted March 18, 2007 Report Share Posted March 18, 2007 What do you think? Mainly for self defense purposes. What are your thoughts on 9x19mm vs .40 S&W? Can I legally get a magazine bigger than 10 rounds for the G23? I switched from a G23 to a G27 and am much happier. I use a Pearce +1 fingergrip floorplate on the favtory 9-round mag and I carry one or two extra G22 mags with +2 floorplates or sometimes another 10 rounder. I shoot the G27 every bit as well as I did the G23 and it's a dream to CCW. I put nightsights on mine and also have an internal Lasermax laser sight as a backup sighting system. It is the sweetest pistol I have ever owned bar none. Hello, DaGroaner I have a G-36 set up almost identically to yours, with factory night sights and the LaserMax internal system. Just a single-stack 6+1, but at least it's .45 ACP, my all-time favorite handgun round. I got it for my wife for her CC weapon, but she never quit whining about the recoil, so I "grudgingly" adopted the wayward little piece...It's a great CCW gun. Very instinctive natural point. With the LaserMax, no special holster required, nothing to hang-up on. Respectfully posted, guido2 in Houston Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Echo_Four 0 Posted March 19, 2007 Report Share Posted March 19, 2007 I carry my Glock 23 every single day. It is not at all uncomfortable, especially if you use a good quality holster and belt. If you buy the cheap stuff any gun can be a pain in the butt. The 27 is a good bit smaller, and is easier to hide. However, with the smaller size comes the problems with a small gun. The recoil is different, it is more difficult to shoot thanks to the shorter sight radius, and I personally cannot stand not being able to get all of my fingers onto the grip. I tell everyone that the Glock 23 is the best gun for concealed carry. It is small enough to easily carry and conceal, yet large enough to function well as a combat pistol. Get one and you won't be disappointed. Visit www.ubgholsters.com after you buy it, get a belt and a Striker or Canute, and you'll be all set. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TPABA 0 Posted March 21, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2007 I'm still stuck on the Glock 23. Now I'm also thinking about a Glock 27 as a backup to the 23. Anyone have any pictures? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ironhead7544 35 Posted March 21, 2007 Report Share Posted March 21, 2007 I have been using the G26 for CCW since it came out. Its really the perfect size gun to conceal under a t shirt. The 40 S&W would be a plus. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaGroaner 2 Posted March 21, 2007 Report Share Posted March 21, 2007 I'm still stuck on the Glock 23. Now I'm also thinking about a Glock 27 as a backup to the 23. Anyone have any pictures? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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