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Glock 23
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younggun20
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l personally loved my G23. Perfect size, good for small enough to CC when needed, and still a good size to OC. I cant think of any cons
l personally loved my G23. Perfect size, good for small enough to CC when needed, and still a good size to OC. I cant think of any cons
jbird
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My Glock 23 was my primary CC weapon for years. Great combination of size and capacity. Recoil is sharper than any of my other Glocks, 40 cal or others, and accuracy suffered slightly if I didn't stay well practiced.
Great pistol and should serve you well.
Jay
My Glock 23 was my primary CC weapon for years. Great combination of size and capacity. Recoil is sharper than any of my other Glocks, 40 cal or others, and accuracy suffered slightly if I didn't stay well practiced.
Great pistol and should serve you well.
Jay
Bravo_Sierra
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One reason I don't like them:
Glock says its "normal" and "nothing to worry about," but I still don't like it.
This happens with every .40 cal Glock.
One reason I don't like them:
Glock says its "normal" and "nothing to worry about," but I still don't like it.
This happens with every .40 cal Glock.
Snakemathis
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I love my Glock 23. I carry it openly as my primary. I have also concealed it to and from the car at private businesses where the owner doesnt want the customers frightened, but lets me carry anyways. :celebrate But it is a perfect gun for me. Good round capacity, not so large you have to walk with a crutch to hold yourself up, but not so small you cant hold it while firing. LOL. I say go for it. Hopefully you'll love it like I love mine.
I love my Glock 23. I carry it openly as my primary. I have also concealed it to and from the car at private businesses where the owner doesnt want the customers frightened, but lets me carry anyways. :celebrate But it is a perfect gun for me. Good round capacity, not so large you have to walk with a crutch to hold yourself up, but not so small you cant hold it while firing. LOL. I say go for it. Hopefully you'll love it like I love mine.
open4years
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The G23 has been my primary carry pistol for years. Sometimes I would carry my G27 as it could accept larger capacity magazines, on the re-load. It was easy to conceal, if I needed to CC that day.
I have to say that I'm considering changing my primary to a .45, XD Compact. Ten rounds of .45 in the flush magazine and 13 on the re-loads. The weight difference isn't significant to me. Too many guns can make one confused. But, happily confused!
The G23 has been my primary carry pistol for years. Sometimes I would carry my G27 as it could accept larger capacity magazines, on the re-load. It was easy to conceal, if I needed to CC that day.
I have to say that I'm considering changing my primary to a .45, XD Compact. Ten rounds of .45 in the flush magazine and 13 on the re-loads. The weight difference isn't significant to me. Too many guns can make one confused. But, happily confused!
SouthernBoy
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I have two 3G G23's, one being my primary carry piece for both OC and CC and the other is a backup should something happen to the primary. It suits my needs but is not the only gun in my carry stable. It is, however, the one that almost always leaves home with me. My primary G23 came from the factory with night sights, an extended slide stop, and a 5# trigger (connector), not the "normal" 5.5# trigger connector. I have since replaced the stock serrated trigger with the smooth faced trigger and the connector, after testing four other connectors, is the Glock 3.5 unit (part #00135).
I have two 3G G23's, one being my primary carry piece for both OC and CC and the other is a backup should something happen to the primary. It suits my needs but is not the only gun in my carry stable. It is, however, the one that almost always leaves home with me. My primary G23 came from the factory with night sights, an extended slide stop, and a 5# trigger (connector), not the "normal" 5.5# trigger connector. I have since replaced the stock serrated trigger with the smooth faced trigger and the connector, after testing four other connectors, is the Glock 3.5 unit (part #00135).
Mas49.56
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I carry a 23 for my primary. Accurate, light, dependable, decent pistol caliber, it's the Apple computer of firearms(simple and just works). Cons? You still have to clean and oil them every few thousand rounds.
I have a OD one and a black one, I just wish they made a brown one.
Oh, one last thing. With the sporadic nature of ammo availability over the last year, with more to come in the future I'm sure, the Glock 23 has been the pistol to have! I train a lot with the 40 cal and at one point I couldn't find any 40 cal ammo to shoot. So what I did was buy a drop in Glock 32 barrel and two G32 magazines. Instant .357 SIG Glock! .357sig ammo never dried up around here. Kept me going bang,bang.
I carry a 23 for my primary. Accurate, light, dependable, decent pistol caliber, it's the Apple computer of firearms(simple and just works). Cons? You still have to clean and oil them every few thousand rounds.
I have a OD one and a black one, I just wish they made a brown one.Oh, one last thing. With the sporadic nature of ammo availability over the last year, with more to come in the future I'm sure, the Glock 23 has been the pistol to have! I train a lot with the 40 cal and at one point I couldn't find any 40 cal ammo to shoot. So what I did was buy a drop in Glock 32 barrel and two G32 magazines. Instant .357 SIG Glock! .357sig ammo never dried up around here.
Kept me going bang,bang.RockyMtnScotsman
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Mas49.56 wrote:
Mas49.56 wrote:
Actually the G23 (.40S&W) magazines will load/feed .357sig rounds quite well but you can't have too many magazines.So what I did was buy a drop in Glock 32 barrel and two G32 magazines. Instant .357 SIG Glock! .357sig ammo never dried up around here.
erichonda30
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could you modify to shoot 10mm auto using the same mags and a different barrel?
could you modify to shoot 10mm auto using the same mags and a different barrel?
groovedrummer
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ericfrompahrump wrote:
nope.
ericfrompahrump wrote:
nope.
groovedrummer
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RockyMtnScotsman wrote:
and g32 mags will feed a g23
That is because the .357sig is pretty much just a .40 case necked down to 9.03mm so as far as the magazine contact points go, the case dimensions are the same.
the only difference between the g32 and g23 magazine is the ".40" and ".357" markings on the back of the mag.
and as far as what Bravo_Sierra posted
I have thousands of rounds through my g22 and g23 and ive never that before.
and I called a few friends that own .40 glocks and they have never seen it either.
so apparently not EVERY glock...
RockyMtnScotsman wrote:
TRUE!Mas49.56 wrote:Actually the G23 (.40S&W) magazines will load/feed .357sig rounds quite well but you can't have too many magazines.So what I did was buy a drop in Glock 32 barrel and two G32 magazines. Instant .357 SIG Glock! .357sig ammo never dried up around here.
and g32 mags will feed a g23
That is because the .357sig is pretty much just a .40 case necked down to 9.03mm so as far as the magazine contact points go, the case dimensions are the same.
the only difference between the g32 and g23 magazine is the ".40" and ".357" markings on the back of the mag.
and as far as what Bravo_Sierra posted
I have thousands of rounds through my g22 and g23 and ive never that before.
and I called a few friends that own .40 glocks and they have never seen it either.
so apparently not EVERY glock...
Mas49.56
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Hey man, I don't have that kind of wear on either of mine! They have been well used too. I don't think that's normal. Maybe call glock again and speak to a different person. Something is out of spec IMHO.
Hey man, I don't have that kind of wear on either of mine! They have been well used too. I don't think that's normal. Maybe call glock again and speak to a different person. Something is out of spec IMHO.
groovedrummer
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sqrlh8r wrote:
to me, your choice to possibly pass up glock because of something like that (even if the problem is still present in the newer generations...which im pretty sure its not) doesnt make a whole lot of sense to me.
but I do wish you good luck.
and keep in mind, im a 1911 guy at heart and in holster...so I obviously dont think glock is the end all, but I would trust, and be more than happy to have one with me if I needed one.
sqrlh8r wrote:
wait...your reconsidering buying a new 3rd or 4th gen glock (with an out standing law enforcement and private carry track record) because of a very small problem like that???... its in my opinion a non issue anyway, because it doesn't effect the weapons function...
to me, your choice to possibly pass up glock because of something like that (even if the problem is still present in the newer generations...which im pretty sure its not) doesnt make a whole lot of sense to me.
but I do wish you good luck.
and keep in mind, im a 1911 guy at heart and in holster...so I obviously dont think glock is the end all, but I would trust, and be more than happy to have one with me if I needed one.
SouthernBoy
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sqrlh8r wrote:
First time I have ever heard of this or seen it, so I would very much like hearing some more information about this. I will tell you this. A well-known writer in the gun culture considers the Glock 23 to be the best combat sidearm one can carry. Boston T. Party stated this in his book, "Boston's Gun Bible". Yes, I know... opinions are just that and this writer is quite adamant in his. But he has a background and a level of experience to back up his opinion.
Many tens of thousands of G23's have made it into the hands of law enforcement and citizens and have proved their worth. This alone should give you comfort in taking your decision.
sqrlh8r wrote:
I just now field stripped my primary carry G23 to examine this part indicated in the picture and my 3G G23 has no such "damage" or flaw. And further examination does not seem to indicate how, why, or where this sort of damage might result from during the cycling of the slide.
First time I have ever heard of this or seen it, so I would very much like hearing some more information about this. I will tell you this. A well-known writer in the gun culture considers the Glock 23 to be the best combat sidearm one can carry. Boston T. Party stated this in his book, "Boston's Gun Bible". Yes, I know... opinions are just that and this writer is quite adamant in his. But he has a background and a level of experience to back up his opinion.
Many tens of thousands of G23's have made it into the hands of law enforcement and citizens and have proved their worth. This alone should give you comfort in taking your decision.
911Boss
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My Glock 23 with approx 5000 rounds through it shows no such wear either. If it did, I wouldn't necessarily be too concerned. While it clearly doesn't happen to "every" one, it can still be "within spec" on those where it does occur, kinda like the "Pig nose" some Glocks have.
Looking at the picture it looks like where the locking block comes in contact with the slide. Anytime you have two metal parts rubbing together, there is going to be wear. at some point the wear should stop, the point where the lube sufficiently protects from the friction (unless of course there is no lube).
ANY gun you decide on is going to show signs of wear (assuming you use it). Given Glock's impressive track record I would hesitate to choose something else based on a cosmetic concern. If you like the gun and shoot it well, don't sweat the small stuff. Glock has a pretty good reputation when it comes to warranty as well.
Dollar for dollar, I don't think you can find a better gun on the market than any Glock.
My Glock 23 with approx 5000 rounds through it shows no such wear either. If it did, I wouldn't necessarily be too concerned. While it clearly doesn't happen to "every" one, it can still be "within spec" on those where it does occur, kinda like the "Pig nose" some Glocks have.
Looking at the picture it looks like where the locking block comes in contact with the slide. Anytime you have two metal parts rubbing together, there is going to be wear. at some point the wear should stop, the point where the lube sufficiently protects from the friction (unless of course there is no lube).
ANY gun you decide on is going to show signs of wear (assuming you use it). Given Glock's impressive track record I would hesitate to choose something else based on a cosmetic concern. If you like the gun and shoot it well, don't sweat the small stuff. Glock has a pretty good reputation when it comes to warranty as well.
Dollar for dollar, I don't think you can find a better gun on the market than any Glock.
G20-IWB24/7
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The current issue sidearm for FBI field agents is the G23, paired with Speer Gold Dot 165gr.
The compact GLOCKs seem to be the do-it-all firearm. Large enough for uniformed duty/open carry, small enough for concealed carry, light enough to carry all day long, sufficient capacity for their size, handle & shoot like a "full-size," and are reliable enough to bet your life on.
Each time I venture from my 'tupperware ways' I'm quickly reminded that I can get the same capacity out of a mid-size GLOCK and it's alot easier to carry, etc... so I always venture back.
911Boss, said it well, dollar for dollar, a GLOCK is hard to beat.
The current issue sidearm for FBI field agents is the G23, paired with Speer Gold Dot 165gr.
The compact GLOCKs seem to be the do-it-all firearm. Large enough for uniformed duty/open carry, small enough for concealed carry, light enough to carry all day long, sufficient capacity for their size, handle & shoot like a "full-size," and are reliable enough to bet your life on.
Each time I venture from my 'tupperware ways' I'm quickly reminded that I can get the same capacity out of a mid-size GLOCK and it's alot easier to carry, etc... so I always venture back.
911Boss, said it well, dollar for dollar, a GLOCK is hard to beat.
SouthernBoy
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G20-IWB24/7 wrote:
I do not have strong biases when it comes to gun manufacturers. My biases fall under the umbrella of reality and how the gun fits and works for me and my needs. My carry stable consists of Glocks, Kahrs, an M&P40, and an XD40 (my BUG being a P3AT Kel-Tec). Well over 90% of the time, my primary G23 is my SD both inside and outside my home.
G20-IWB24/7 wrote:
The real beauty of the G23 is its size and weight, its round capacity, and the fact that it makes use of a very serious big bore pistol caliber. Couple this with its simplicity and well-deserved reputation of reliability and you have yourself a near perfect defensive sidearm.
I do not have strong biases when it comes to gun manufacturers. My biases fall under the umbrella of reality and how the gun fits and works for me and my needs. My carry stable consists of Glocks, Kahrs, an M&P40, and an XD40 (my BUG being a P3AT Kel-Tec). Well over 90% of the time, my primary G23 is my SD both inside and outside my home.