Are some of us not meant to shoot striker fired pistols?

[Adam5]

Over the years I have owned several brands of striker fired pistols. I have Had a few Glock 17's, a G19, a G22, a couple M&P's, and a couple of XD's. I have also owned many traditional hammer fired pistols from Berettas, HK's, Sigs, CZ's, 1911's, to double action revolvers.

I currently have a Gen4 G17 with a professionally installed Ghost Rocket 3.5 trigger connector. It just seems to me that I don't shoot any of the striker fired pistols as well, as comfortably, as naturally, or as accurately as hammer fired pistols.

I went to the range today. It took most of a mag to get my G17 on target well. I also shot my Beretta MiniCougar (smaller than the G17 and double action only), and was right on target from the first shot. Over the course of my range visit, I was shooting the Beretta faster, more accurately, and more naturally than the Glock. The only way I can get accurate hits with the Glock is through determined, slow shots, really concentrating on each one.

It's not just this Glock and this Beretta. It's been this way with any striker vs hammer fired pistols that I have owned or fired.

Am I just not meant to fired striker fired pistols? Should I sell/trade the G17 and replace it with something hammer fired, and just stick with them?

Thoughts? Suggestions?

 

[ngcsugrad09]

Practice more with what you have. It's all about trigger manipulation.

 

[blakejohn]

I think its in your head. stick a paper hammer on the back and pretend.

 

[gamadmex4502]

I've owned and shot both, preferring hammer styles myself. (I just like a manual safety) But I've never had the issue that you are having, and it's hard to imagine how that would affect your accuracy. I suspect it's a weight-feel or possibly trigger issue as opposed to the manner in which the primer is struck. Also all the Beretta is an alloy frame vs. the polymer frame for the Glock. I'd probably try out another Glock, perhaps rent one, before you decide.

 

[Tony2X]

I think its in your head. stick a paper hammer on the back and pretend.

Genius

 

[2005Redfire6]

Its all repetition!

 

[DinkyDau]

WOW! Your asking us our Opinion of what you should use??? Brother if it is used for Self Defense for you and your family, I would suggest you stick with what you are best proficient with!!! Just my opinion DD

 

[Indirect Fire]

Practice more with what you have. It's all about trigger manipulation.

Simple and spot on.

It will all come in time if you really do practice. Been there done that with certain types and overcame it.

 

[Adam5]

WOW! Your asking us our Opinion of what you should use??? Brother if it is used for Self Defense for you and your family, I would suggest you stick with what you are best proficient with!!! Just my opinion DD

The Glock will be history soon. The main reason for the post was to see if others have had the same experience.

 

[DinkyDau]

RRRRR you stirring the pot???I have glocks, Kimbers, Springfields, and Colts..As far as one, that I can beat around and not worry about Glock 22 has over 15,000 Round through it and not a Problem! Is it my favorite no but still one solid dependable carry!! DD