New Member intro and questions

[nicos]

Hello everyone, i just made my account yesterday and i’m looking to get into my first handgun on here. Recently just turned 18 and purchased a PSA rifle, so far i’m loving it, and i’ve been going to some RK shows (also gotta say i’m excited to hear about the upcoming ODT show), including this past one in atlanta, testing which handgun feels right in my hands etc. I’ve been noticing that the full size glock models are fitting right for me, especially the models with finger grooves. Just curious, is it worth it to go with a Gen4 for the interchangeable back plates? I haven’t been able to try them, and i’m honestly not sure if i should even bother instead of picking up a Gen3. Are there many benefits that weigh you over with the Gen4 over the Gen3? Also, does anyone have much to say about the different calibers since i haven’t been able to shoot them? Thanks for welcoming me here and I’ll be happy to read what people might say. Also stay safe during this wild weather if you’re being affected by it!

 

[THREEJAYS]

Welcome. I can’t offer much as I have not owned a glock

 

[Asbestos]

I've heard most might prefer gen 3 or 5 over 4...

But, like Threejays, I gots no Glocks

Welcome though... and Happy Birthday

 

[BHPSteel]

Also, not a Glock owner, but functionally, the models are almost identical. The ergonomics are a bit different in each case, and the only person that's going to know which one really works best for you - is you.

Ergonomics ARE important - if the ergos don't work well for you, it'll be harder to develop as a really good shot. That being said, you can also train yourself to ergos that aren't perfect. So there are a lot of variables at play that we can't really help you with.

The upside is that from a functional point of view, Glocks are all accurate and reliable out of the box (or out of the safe) so some of the other considerations that gun buyers have to make are unnecessary.

Regarding caliber, you're going to hear a lot of conflicting arguments here over what you should choose. One consideration will be what you're intending to do with the pistol. Range toy? Defensive carry? Home defense?

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[8675309]

gen4>gen3 better grip texture + finger grooves

 

[Moondog1]

Hello everyone, i just made my account yesterday and i’m looking to get into my first handgun on here. Recently just turned 18 and purchased a PSA rifle, so far i’m loving it, and i’ve been going to some RK shows (also gotta say i’m excited to hear about the upcoming ODT show), including this past one in atlanta, testing which handgun feels right in my hands etc. I’ve been noticing that the full size glock models are fitting right for me, especially the models with finger grooves. Just curious, is it worth it to go with a Gen4 for the interchangeable back plates? I haven’t been able to try them, and i’m honestly not sure if i should even bother instead of picking up a Gen3. Are there many benefits that weigh you over with the Gen4 over the Gen3? Also, does anyone have much to say about the different calibers since i haven’t been able to shoot them? Thanks for welcoming me here and I’ll be happy to read what people might say. Also stay safe during this wild weather if you’re being affected by it!

Gen 4 have a worse ejection pattern than most other generations. Then gen 5's have the best ejection pattern, but worse overall finish and coating on the slide and barrel. I also like backstraps on the gen 4 and 5 over the gen 3. However, I can pickup any of them and make them work.

You can also put a gen 5 ejector into a gen 4 and get that great gen 5 ejection for $15.

Being 18, I think you should get some training, make sure you know the laws, and don't do anything stupid.

Also, Glocks don't really need any modifications. You should see the competitors at a GSSF competition shoot the balls off a stock Glock. Gold medalist, USPSA champs, vets, etc. So don't fall for all the modified Glocks that look cool and amazon parts that won't make you a better marksman and/or compromise the reliability of the weapon.

 

[renagadeinjun]

WELCOME ........... Already good words have been written ..... me, read use and live firearm 'safety' Protocall's ...... Again read-em, Know-em, Live-em ...........

 

[nicos]

Gen 4 have a worse ejection pattern than most other generations. Then gen 5's have the best ejection pattern, but worse overall finish and coating on the slide and barrel. I also like backstraps on the gen 4 and 5 over the gen 3. However, I can pickup any of them and make them work.

You can also put a gen 5 ejector into a gen 4 and get that great gen 5 ejection for $15.

Being 18, I think you should get some training, make sure you know the laws, and don't do anything stupid.

Also, Glocks don't really need any modifications. You should see the competitors at a GSSF competition shoot the balls off a stock Glock. Gold medalist, USPSA champs, vets, etc. So don't fall for all the modified Glocks that look cool and amazon parts that won't make you a better marksman and/or compromise the reliability of the weapon.

Yea i’ve been mindful when it comes to the law i would say, at least in doing the basics of reading and touching up on what I don’t already know. Good points with the ejection and the fitment between generations, i personally didn’t feel much difference between Gen3 and 4. Thanks!

 

[nicos]

Also, not a Glock owner, but functionally, the models are almost identical. The ergonomics are a bit different in each case, and the only person that's going to know which one really works best for you - is you.

Ergonomics ARE important - if the ergos don't work well for you, it'll be harder to develop as a really good shot. That being said, you can also train yourself to ergos that aren't perfect. So there are a lot of variables at play that we can't really help you with.

The upside is that from a functional point of view, Glocks are all accurate and reliable out of the box (or out of the safe) so some of the other considerations that gun buyers have to make are unnecessary.

Regarding caliber, you're going to hear a lot of conflicting arguments here over what you should choose. One consideration will be what you're intending to do with the pistol. Range toy? Defensive carry? Home defense?

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I mainly see myself using it as a range toy and id like to consider the value of each type of round. I personally don’t need the extra protection as it stands, but i also like the idea of having it to get a good start in thinking of what I could consider down the line for self defense/home defense. I’ve been thinking 9mm because of the price, the fact that 17s are common and because of its middle of the road recoil and size. Correct me if i’m wrong but 9mm seems to be a round most can handle while still being really effective. I see it as the most average of the bunch!

 

[keith089]

Howdy