i don’t think anyone can weigh in on the dual-recoil until enough people have put enough rounds through them. mine seems fantastic, but i’ve seen one that had issues with the disk at the end of the springs, when breaking it down.

I can’t say enough good things about the model Glock pistols I own. They are reliable, respectably accurate, and comfortable to shoot.

BTW, found what I feel are the prefect sights. Trijicon three dot NON night sight. The front dot is large and white. The back two are smaller and dim white – really makes you focus on front sight. There is plenty of light on both sides of front post thru rear notch so distance shooting much easier. AND, the large front sight is completely visible when you have a good sight pic. They were only $30 some per set. Having 19 years of street law enforcement, I hate night sights and see no purpose in them other than a cute gimic. Check these out – really nice, well made, metal and they actually work!!

As far as the serrations go, I’m not buying this gun as a fashion accessory. if the gills help me gain a better grip then I’m all for it.

Also, The barrels for the G22 and the G31 are interchangeable. All other parts of each gun are identical so no other modifications are needed, magazines included. I also bought a CONVERSION barrel from Lone Wolf to shoot 9mm. I had to buy new G17 mags to accomadate the 9mm rounds though. (If you own a G22 or G31 you must buy the 9mm conversion barrel. Not the barrel for the G17.)

Long story short, My G22 RTF2 shoots .40, .357 sig, and 9mm.
My G27 also shoots .357 sig and 9mm.

Now the reason for a second one is straightforward on two fronts. My son (14) wants to start shooting plates and I want to help him along with a gun with a smooth and consistent trigger pull. In addition, the 9mm is a round with mild recoil. The G17 also experiences light recoil…plus I want him to use the same gun as I do for plates.

I really really like the grip feel of this firearm, even compared to the other Glock models I own. I traded a M9 Beretta on the second G17.

The sights need to be changed as I don’t necessarily like the standard sights on the Glocks, but that’s a matter of choice and personal preference.

J

This grip is fantastic as far as I’m concerned. I like it.

I haven’t carried the 17 concealed as of yet, so that’s going to be the next test. Otherwise, there’s very little to complain about a G17. The 17 is arguably one of the best 9mm firearms on the market today for defensive use.

I like the looks, and I think the slide “gills” work well and look great.

By the way – someone had mentioned that arthritics should shoot revolvers?? Why?? I’ve had arthritis in my hands for about 4 years and shooting the Glock’s a breeze. Operating the slide is quite simple too.

The only drag is that ammo is so tough to come by where I am. I had to go to a gun show to find more than a box of 50 rnds.

I also ordered the slide release, mag release button, 3.5 trigger, the Storm Lake barrel, and Magwell kit. Again I ask for any and all comments. Being new to Glock the ideal of drop in parts is new to me.

As a Marine I grew up on the 1911. Colt Goldcup 1911 Ser70, I love shooting this gun. But the Glock is so much faster and never jams.

Thanks for your time, and Semper fi

Slyter
GySgt USMC

I got mine at Cabella’s and its the first firearm I have ever bought from a giant retailer. I always buy from local shops but saw this one and sort of had to have it.

This firearm is fine and will do the job it was meant to do. Helping protecting my person and family.

Though still a toss up between this Glock and my Springfield XD40 as I love them both. I may very well get another one just like it if the price is right.
That price being $519 at the time.

I guess if you do a lot of yard work and have tough skin on your hands, it may not feel so rough. You could also use gloves.

I understand the purpose, but it felt like they over did it a bit.

Josh, point taken. I agree one should never put any part of ones hand or arm in front of the muzzle.
It is however perfectly possible to operate the slide without putting anything in front of the muzzle while gripping the front of it (hand coming from the rear of the gun). Or rather, it would be if it would have been serrated.

The guy in the negligent discharge story did break several common sense rules, and at least a couple of official safety rules:
He put the gun down without emptying it properly.
He picked it up without checking the chamber.
He pulled the trigger with his off hand (while operating the slide lock as I understand it).
He intentionally fired the gun with his hand in front of the muzzle.

I´m not saying it couldn´t happen to me though, and I appreciate the safety reminder.

Negatory on the front slide serrations. You shouldn’t have your fingers up toward the business end of the gun. Go to The Gun Zone and check out the ‘Negligent Discharge with Serious Personal Injury’ stories. That is what happens when you get in the habit of putting your fingers near the tiger’s mouth.

Also, Arthritic people should use revolvers.

I will say this about the fish gills, they do seem to “bite” into your fingers when you pull on the slide. That being said, I don’t have arthritis, and I never had trouble grasping a Glock slide before. An Astra 400, now that’s a different story…

The fish gill cocking serrations on the other hand are disgusting looking, pointless and do not even look like they would increase utility, nor can they be fixed my the end-user without exorbitant cost. I hope Glock gets their ears yelled off about this silliness so they’ll go back to the old ones.”

Well I would recommend trying it out first. I do understand the reservations over the newer model. I have shot the RTF 22 and found it to be a nice feeling gun; I am interested in shooting the 17 version. I do think that these newer Glocks will not go over with everyone. I do like the RTF though; I think it will be an improvement over the standard Glock grips which are really slippery.

The fish gill cocking serrations on the other hand are disgusting looking, pointless and do not even look like they would increase utility, nor can they be fixed my the end-user without exorbitant cost. I hope Glock gets their ears yelled off about this silliness so they’ll go back to the old ones.