Most FBI agents have been issued a Glock 23 as their duty gun and I plan on getting a G23 as well.
With a 27, you do get the flexibility of being able to use the G23 or 22 Magazines. The barrel is shorter so concealing is easier. I use the standard 9 Rd magazines for the 27. It is easily manageable, accurate and fun to shoot.norco55 said:well after some more reading I might be in the market for a 27. I have a snub nose .38 and my pinkie finger hangs off of it so I think I could get use to the short grip on the 27
Hey, I say "shoot what you brought"! At least you are shooting. As for preference, it's like a**holes, we've all got one, and that is why Glock keeps coming out with new models and generations! What ever you are comfortable with, just don't bring a knife to a gunfight!I would throw out one caveat on the G27: when I was trying to decide between the G26 & 27, I went to the local range where I was able to rent both.
All was well with both on various drills until I got to weak hand shooting. I have a true "weak" hand in that I suffered an injury as a kid which leaves my
left hand slightly weaker ( not normally noticeable).
Anyway, that was the deal breaker on the G27; I couldn't control recoil enough to get reasonably quick follow up shots.
For the record, I have both G19 and G23 and had no problem with them , probably because of the added grip size.
I love the G26 and carry it often in a pocket kydex holster.
I have used/carried/concealed many shapes, fashions and forms of 1911's and there isn't one that is as light as the G23 .40 cal, and honestly after firing many different types of ammo into ballistics gel the .40 gives the best cavity and damage when compared to the 9mm. It is also light enough for me to throw on a pair of cargo shorts, belt and inside or outside holster and it isn't ever pressingly prevalent like the 1911's. I can even put it into my front pants pocket when I go check the mail, but it isn't a sub compact so you feel like there is still a decently sized weapon in your hand. Having 13 rounds of .40 stopping power versus 14 for the 9mm is a pretty darn good trade off, too. It's ultimately up to you and your preferences, but coming from a fellow 1911 guru the Glock 23 is a fine weapon of choice as a carry replacement.Well after much thought I'm thinking I need to carry a gun with me. I have a 5" 45ACP that is a tack driver but weighs a ton. So I was thinking of a 40 cal or maybe a 9mm in the compact frame. So is there any advice on these 2 guns in question?? thanks for the help.