Glock has been one of the most successful gun brands in history. Its simple design caught the American firearm establishment off guard, but it worked. Its trigger has a comfortable take-up, a spongy wall and a very light break. It also doesn’t have manual safeties like a lever or button, simplifying operation under stress.
The Glock 26
Glock pistols are renowned for their reliability, and the 26 is no exception. It is trusted by law enforcement agencies and civilian gun owners alike due to its durability, which allows it to function flawlessly in various environments. Its simple design also makes it easy to field-strip and clean, requiring no specialized tools or knowledge.
The 26 can be a compact concealed-carry pistol, or a high-capacity home defense option. The extensive catalog of aftermarket accessories and modifications allow owners to customize the gun to meet their needs. For example, the holster from Tenicor Velo seamlessly merges functionality with comfort. The holster ensures that the gun sits snugly, minimising print and allowing for a swift draw.
The Glock 17
The Glock 17 is a standard issue sidearm for military and police forces around the world. It’s also used by civilian shooters for self-defense, range shooting, and competition.
To develop the Glock 17, Glock assembled firearm experts from around Europe to define the ideal pistol. The team set the following criteria: all actions required to prepare the weapon for firing must be single-handed or ambidextrous, disassembly must be simple without tools, and the pistol must use a durable, metal-free polymer. The Glock 17 met and exceeded these requirements, and it has become the standard by which all other polymer framed striker-fired pistols are judged.
The Glock 19
Glock has been a hit with the police and military, but it also appeals to civilian shooters. Its design is simple enough to be used in stressful situations, and it can withstand years of daily use.
The Glock 19 is a striker-fired handgun that’s easy to shoot and naturally points. It can accept decent capacity magazines and can be equipped with a weapon light, although its slightly odd back strap shape can cause problems when it comes to holster compatibility.
The popularity of the Glock 19 has created a cottage industry for accessories, including holsters and a wide range of magazine capacities and sights. The gun is available all over the world, which highlights its reliability and popularity.
The Glock 22
Glock pistols are used by over 65 percent of law enforcement agencies in the United States. This may be due to a number of factors including their safety, reliability, accuracy and ease of use. The standard full sized Glock 22 is ideal for duty carry. While it is a little bulky for concealed carry, it carries the same magazine capacity as most other duty weapons and hits where you aim.
It has a large mag release that is easy to actuate with mid-sized hands and will reliably drop a loaded magazine. It also has cutouts for running the slide stop lever and magazine release ambidextrously.
The Glock 23
Glock effectively jumped on the.40 S&W bandwagon in 1990 with the creation of their Glock 22, which quickly became a favorite among law enforcement agencies nationwide. Today, the Glock 23 still remains a popular choice for civilians who seek self-defense in their everyday lives. Its revolutionary SAFE ACTION Trigger System delivers a fast and light trigger pull with a short reset that increases accuracy and speed. This trigger also includes three automatic independently-operating mechanical safeties that disengage and re-engage sequentially as the pistol is fired.
The Glock 23 also features a modified frame with various backstrap options and a rough textured surface designed to enhance grip traction, and it accepts all Glock 19 magazines. Its standard 13-round capacity exceeds many city and state restrictions on magazine capacity.
What’s Next?
The Glock 34 was initially conceived as a competitive pistol for IPSC and IDPA-oriented shooting sports. But it didn’t take long for serious law enforcement tactical shooters to recognize the usefulness of this model, too. Its longer slide dimensions and elongated distance between sights allow for more accurate target engagement at greater distances than standard models.
The 34 also features a reversible magazine catch and Glock Modular Backstrap System that allows the user to instantly customize their grip for optimal comfort. It holds 18 rounds in a double-stack magazine, which is an ample amount for competition shooting. It can even be outfitted with a slide-mounted red dot.
