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3/19/2009 8:43:09 PM EDT
how does the glock 18 differ from a regular semi auto glock? does it shoot a standard 9mm?
im guessing they would require a tax stamp to own, is this correct?
3/19/2009 9:03:28 PM EDT
[#1]
I don't believe there were any made prior to 1986 so you would be SOL there anyway. It is the same as a Glock 17 just full auto capable. Unless you're SOT, then you would be able to get your hands on one.
3/19/2009 9:09:59 PM EDT
[#2]
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I don't believe there were any made prior to 1986 so you would be SOL there anyway. It is the same as a Glock 17 just full auto capable. Unless you're SOT, then you would be able to get your hands on one.


There are rumors of a few converted Glock 17s, but it's known that there are no 18s in the registry.  Class 3 dealer with a demo is a way to get them.
3/19/2009 9:12:12 PM EDT
[#3]
so whats the difference between a normal glock and the full auto?
3/19/2009 9:16:47 PM EDT
[#4]
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so whats the difference between a normal glock and the full auto?



A little switch on the side of the slide. Not quite sure how the mechanism works, probably just an autosear, like any other MG.
3/19/2009 9:22:17 PM EDT
[#5]
Actually, the slide is a different size than a Glock 17, so you can't swap the slides out.
3/19/2009 9:23:04 PM EDT
[#6]
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Actually, the slide is a different size than a Glock 17, so you can't swap the slides out.



I imagine to keep them from being compatible?
3/19/2009 9:34:22 PM EDT
[#7]
Correct.

The switch and the associated internals basically govern the behavior of the Connector/Trigger Bar interaction.  

Yes, OP, it shoots regular 9mm ammo.  Yes, there are aftermarket conversions available for Glock 17s and others......................but it's a matter of expense and paperwork.
3/20/2009 6:42:53 AM EDT
[#8]
Quoted:
Correct.

The switch and the associated internals basically govern the behavior of the Connector/Trigger Bar interaction.  

Yes, OP, it shoots regular 9mm ammo.  Yes, there are aftermarket conversions available for Glock 17s and others......................but it's a matter of expense and paperwork.


Not much of an expense if you are an SOT.  But, unless you are a manufacturer, there's no legal way to put one of these conversions into a G17, since it would be "manufactured" after May 1986, therefore, non-transferrable.

3/20/2009 7:31:19 AM EDT
[#9]
cool, i have never seen one up close and have always been curious as to how they work.
id be interested to see the inner workings of one and compare it to a regular glock.
3/21/2009 12:39:38 AM EDT
[#10]
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cool, i have never seen one up close and have always been curious as to how they work.
id be interested to see the inner workings of one and compare it to a regular glock.




http://lundestudio.com/glocks.html#g18c
3/21/2009 1:18:02 AM EDT
[#11]
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cool, i have never seen one up close and have always been curious as to how they work.
id be interested to see the inner workings of one and compare it to a regular glock.


I'll get mine out here in a few days and make some videos if you want.  I have been itching to put some more rounds through it.
3/21/2009 8:04:07 AM EDT
[#12]
Quoted:
Quoted:
cool, i have never seen one up close and have always been curious as to how they work.
id be interested to see the inner workings of one and compare it to a regular glock.




http://lundestudio.com/glocks.html#g18c


cool thanks for the pics. ive never seen one up close like that.
i like how they ported the barrel, looks cool.
3/21/2009 8:04:22 AM EDT
[#13]
Quoted:
Quoted:
cool, i have never seen one up close and have always been curious as to how they work.
id be interested to see the inner workings of one and compare it to a regular glock.


I'll get mine out here in a few days and make some videos if you want.  I have been itching to put some more rounds through it.


that would be cool!
3/21/2009 8:48:12 PM EDT
[#14]
That cut away 18 sure looked like it had some rounds run through it.