Posted: 8/2/2012 5:32:48 PM EDT
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Looking at buying a Glock 19 C.
Don't know a lot about Glocks,( I do know there reliable ) they have so many different variations, Gen 1,2,3 ect. Is the 19 C double action only or does it go from double to single? Are all 19 C's like Gen 1 ? What I'm wanting is a true double action, not double action only. Hope these questions make sense, it's just complicated with all the different models and Generations . Thanks for the help !! 
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| All glocks have a trigger with a weight of around 5.5lbs every pull because they are striker fired instead of a hammer. The current generation of Glocks is the Gen 4 although they still make and sell Gen 3's. I would look at both of those and get whichever one feels better in your hand. I personally like the Gen 4's and haven't had any problems with my 19 but some of the earlier gen 4's did have problems. |
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What I'm wanting is a true double action, not double action only. If that's a "must", then you don't want a Glock. They're all striker-fired and are usually termed "double action only" (there is no single stage trigger). The "C" means that the pistol barrel is compensated (two holes at the end to reduce muzzle flip). The different "generation" numbers mostly just delineate different frames as the Glock pistols have evolved over time. Glock is up to Gen4. The only "Gen1" pistols are the earliest, earliest Glock 17s. Most Glocks are "Gen2" (no finger groove grips, no accessory rail) or "Gen3" (finger groove girps and accessory rail). There are also intermediate generations with a mix of features as Glock transitioned from one generation to another. There are more details, but that's the short-and-dirty. |
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Just like with anything, there are a few here and there that have had an extractor that wasn't perfect from the factory. However, Glock has the best service in the business and they replaced them free of charge. 60% of all law enforcement use Glocks and the majority of them are Gen 3s right now. I have 6 Gen 3s and never had one issue with any of them. They are the best out there in my opinion. I have two Gen 4s, and while I like them, I like the Gen 3s better.
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One more question, Any problems with the Gen. 3 Glocks? |
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Thanks for the impute.
I've had a Sig 220 since the early 90"s. I purchased it as a duty weapon. Not long afterward I went to work for another dept that furnished the weapons. I've probably shot less than 1200-1500 rds through it and I've never had any malfunction at all. Now I'm debating about going all 9mm and getting one or two more Glocks, just so my family can consolidate the ammo buys to fewer rounds. The one I had the question on is for the wife. I have a Taurus PT92 that I've had since the late 80's and love it. Again. no malfunction ever. I know there are a lot of Taurus haters out there but just my experience with this is 100% +. I'm getting sentimental in my old age so I'm pretty wishy washy on selling the Sig. Anyone care to weigh in. Glocks worth getting rid of the Sig for? |
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Sigs are great guns, but Glocks are 50% less money and every bit as accurate and reliable. The warranty on Glocks is top notch, and I don't know any other handgun manufacturer that will replace all springs in the gun, any worn part, and all the components of your magazines for FREE whenever you request it.
Consolodating gun calibers is very smart. I got all mine down to 9mm and 40 S&W. Glocks weigh a lot less than your Sig and are much easier to field strip. clean, and get aftermarket parts for. Quoted:
Thanks for the impute. I've had a Sig 220 since the early 90"s. I purchased it as a duty weapon. Not long afterward I went to work for another dept that furnished the weapons. I've probably shot less than 1200-1500 rds through it and I've never had any malfunction at all. Now I'm debating about going all 9mm and getting one or two more Glocks, just so my family can consolidate the ammo buys to fewer rounds. The one I had the question on is for the wife. I have a Taurus PT92 that I've had since the late 80's and love it. Again. no malfunction ever. I know there are a lot of Taurus haters out there but just my experience with this is 100% +. I'm getting sentimental in my old age so I'm pretty wishy washy on selling the Sig. Anyone care to weigh in. Glocks worth getting rid of the Sig for? |