I love my 27. Its a perfect caliper in my opinion. I know you cant go wrong with it. Its going to come down to your personal choice. Im addicted to glocks now also lol. I dont think you can go wrong with any of them though. I just wanted something bigger than a 9mm if im getting it to carry. A carry gun is designed for self defense so get something in .40 or .45 in my opion. Good luck. Oh sorry about the capital letters lol
G26, 27, 19, other??
Here is the deal:
1. Currently I have a G22 3rd Gen.
2. I am looking for another pistol to carry. The G22 is just too big for me. I carry it around my property, but that is it.
3. I am new to this carry stuff (have my MN Permit to Carry). Plus, I am getting addicted to Glocks.
4. I have saved up some cash, not enough quite yet, but close, so I am looking at a second pistol.
5. Options I have explored so far: g26, different caliber. Almost bought instead of the G22, just wasn't really planning on carrying at the time; g27, a nice match for the G22; a G19, which most seem to rave about, but seems to be (significantly??) larger than the 26 or 27; or a revolver, like a S&W 38 special. I had a S&W 357 years ago that I really liked. In fact, when I went in looking for a pistol, I went in looking for a revolver, and came out with the G22. I have been looking at a .380, but can't really afford a Kimber. Not sure if any of these are as reliable as the Glocks seem to be. I checked out one of the Walthers, but I didn't limke the mag. release as "part" of the trigger guard (PK380). Don't want to go with the Rugers, unless these come HIGHLY recommended.
6. Pros/cons?? I MIGHT, just might, get my wife to the range some day, and a 9mm would be much less of a stress factor (she will shoot my air rifle at times, but doesn't even really like th2 22LRs, or 12G for that matter). I am hoping to teach her how to use a pistol for practical purposes (or to have her take a class). One can't argue with the simplicity of a revolver. Not that the Glocks are difficult. Oh, 9mm in my neck of the woods is cheaper. Maybe $3-5 per box of 50 for just reg. fmj range/target ammo.
7. I was considering trading in my G22 for something smaller. But, I like it. It is not a collection until you have at least 2 (well, maybe three, but I have to start somewhere).
I am sure I have forgotten to mention some other thoughts, but this is a start.
Everything being equal, which it never is, what are some of the options you would all consider if you were in my shoes?
Thanks in advance.
I know you all get this type of question often, so I appreciate any input (I have spent time on here reading the different posts).
Bill
1. Currently I have a G22 3rd Gen.
2. I am looking for another pistol to carry. The G22 is just too big for me. I carry it around my property, but that is it.
3. I am new to this carry stuff (have my MN Permit to Carry). Plus, I am getting addicted to Glocks.
4. I have saved up some cash, not enough quite yet, but close, so I am looking at a second pistol.
5. Options I have explored so far: g26, different caliber. Almost bought instead of the G22, just wasn't really planning on carrying at the time; g27, a nice match for the G22; a G19, which most seem to rave about, but seems to be (significantly??) larger than the 26 or 27; or a revolver, like a S&W 38 special. I had a S&W 357 years ago that I really liked. In fact, when I went in looking for a pistol, I went in looking for a revolver, and came out with the G22. I have been looking at a .380, but can't really afford a Kimber. Not sure if any of these are as reliable as the Glocks seem to be. I checked out one of the Walthers, but I didn't limke the mag. release as "part" of the trigger guard (PK380). Don't want to go with the Rugers, unless these come HIGHLY recommended.
6. Pros/cons?? I MIGHT, just might, get my wife to the range some day, and a 9mm would be much less of a stress factor (she will shoot my air rifle at times, but doesn't even really like th2 22LRs, or 12G for that matter). I am hoping to teach her how to use a pistol for practical purposes (or to have her take a class). One can't argue with the simplicity of a revolver. Not that the Glocks are difficult. Oh, 9mm in my neck of the woods is cheaper. Maybe $3-5 per box of 50 for just reg. fmj range/target ammo.
7. I was considering trading in my G22 for something smaller. But, I like it. It is not a collection until you have at least 2 (well, maybe three, but I have to start somewhere).
I am sure I have forgotten to mention some other thoughts, but this is a start.
Everything being equal, which it never is, what are some of the options you would all consider if you were in my shoes?
Thanks in advance.
I know you all get this type of question often, so I appreciate any input (I have spent time on here reading the different posts).Bill
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You won't go wrong with anything you've mentioned, just a matter of choice. As for the Ruger LCP (I have one), it's almost identical to the KelTec 3AT, but a little better quality, I think. The S & W Bodyguard would be a better choice for a .380 if you have the extra bucks, and if you really have the extra bucks you would most likely go with
a Kimber!
a Kimber!
Are you confused yet?
I guess I hadn't thought of the 23. I do have to be realistic. The chances my wife will want to learn how to use a handgun are slim. Maybe I just get something else for me and worry about her when/if the time comes. I was thinking that if she ever says yes (I ask her frequently) to going to the range, I'll have something on hand. My gun club is a small one, so to speak. I do not know anyone enough to ask to use a different cal. pistol for the day.
You all have helped me determine what I need to determine.
Thanks!
and worry about her when/if the time comes. I was thinking that if she ever says yes (I ask her frequently) to going to the range, I'll have something on hand. My gun club is a small one, so to speak. I do not know anyone enough to ask to use a different cal. pistol for the day.You all have helped me determine what I need to determine.
Thanks!
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