There is little to no noticeable difference in the wound tracks between premium line law enforcement projectiles from 9mm Luger through the .45 Auto. It does get a bit tiresome, Rick, I agree. .Do really like the 40 better than the 9, for me at least. Both of the Baby Glocks are easy to conceal and carry, but the Glock 43 is a little easier because of how slim and light it is. In my experience, accuracy and quick follow up shots are not a problem. Neither gun is really easy to shoot really well, with or without a "stendo." Minuses, heavier and two fewer rounds, more recoil and slower double taps. The author is a military intelligence officer and the results are verifiable and repeatable. I had a Smith & Wesson 357 mag for years and loved it. Could you just swap barrels and have a 40 AND a 9mm AND a .357? Energy (work) = force * displacement Which is best? Would you rather be hit by a .45 ACP or the bowling ball? The harmonics just do not match me. Most of the gun books are for entertainment, the same reason I read Motor Tend, but there is also good information. .380 can not reliably do the job for which it would be needed, regardless of whether anyone would voluntarily stand in front of it. TrueGlo TFX sights. At its core it is a subcompact pistol with a larger than average magazine capacity. I traded in a Taurus PT145 plus $120 for a new Glock 23 Gen4, and I definitely wouldnt go back I do miss the manual safety, as I have been used to that, but this is my first Glock, and I will stick to the brand based on my range experience, I have always wanted a Kimber carry, but am shy on the price, i feel sorry for anybody that is standing on the recieving end of any glock pistol , because its going to be about the last thing they will see on this earth. 2 of them are Gen3 and one is a Gen4 The first one I converted had some ejection trouble, so I talked to the local Glock Guru. The Glock 26 has a staggered (double stack) magazine, and the Glock 43 does not. I understand that there have been changes in the editorial management recently at CTD/TSL so I dont expect this kind of biased reporting to improve. Bought the Kel Tec sub 2000 in the same caliber with 33 round mags which also fit the hand gun (which is a hoot at the range). Cocked and locked 1911 Commander size, every day, all day. One competitor, the Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard, can store just six .380 caliber rounds. I could not be happier. Ive had my 43 w/ the streamlight 6 (just because we had one sitting there for a while, so why not). I even bought a 22 round factory Glock magazine to use as my primary magazine for home defense. Seems sufficient to me, or it at least gives me a fighting chance to get to my AR-15 loaded with 40 rounds of green tips or my M590A1 with 8 rounds of 00 buck. The ejector is not an expensive part, so it just doesnt make sense to not do things the right way. However, it is important to note that the dimensions and ammunition capacity of the two guns diverge in separatebut equally usefuldirections. Viridian Weapon Technologies. For self-defense shooters who make that choice, the chosen round is essentially irrelevant and adequate self-defense is a matter of training and risk balancing rather than round choice. Glock G23 Gen4 Striker-Fired Compact Pistol Chambered in 40 S&W Check Price vs Glock G26 Striker-Fired Subcompact Pistol Chambered in 9mm Luger Check Price Dimensions Details Capacity Dimensions Customary Metric Want to sell a firearm? New Gen 3 + Gen 4 G26 also for Sale. You might what to be a bit skeptical too maybe, or not. Pluses, more powerful round, versatility of two calibers for the price of a barrel & can use G23 mags in G27. One of the last Gen 2 models to be released was the Glock 17C, which had barrel and slide porting. Multiple shots with any caliber. The subcompact Glock 26 followed up on the compact Glock 19, which, in turn, was a smaller version of the original Glock 17. Glock periodically pushes out new versions of its handguns, conservatively adding new features when they become available. employees can do that very, very well with what they practice with. The Glock 26 is the balancing act between size and capacity. And for those of you that like the 9mm, the G 23s 40 cal. The good thing about the 23 is that for a $100 barrel you can have a 9mm if you dont like it, but not the other way around. 07/20/22. I regularly carry a G17 and a G22 (no, not at the same time). Get reliable and durable Glock magazines right here at your online source for Glock pistols, ammo, and magazines, Palmetto State Armory! Plus you can snap in a 22 round magazine if that makes your day .The 43 cannot do that ! Considering a 23 over a 19 for my first Glock. However, that means that when you are using a higher caliber, the SIG handles recoil better than the Glock does. They have done 2 trigger jobs for me, and I like that they are dedicated to Glocks. Out of four people whom I spoke to about this redundant issue that work in the force, two of them use .40s while another who is retired daily carries a 1911 .45ACP. I agree 100%, but I went to the next. I think you have gone a bit off topic. 3 of these have 9mm conversions for them. The larger mag sticks out the grip by an inch but doesnt affect handling. Glock, Sig, etc. To chime in, I am a sucker for the 40. The slide is cut for the Shield Sights RMSc footprint, but adapter plates (use aftermarket; MOS plates are known for deficiencies) can be used to mount an optic with a different footprint. Im looking forward to trying out a G23! I can add a .40 S&W barrel to my 10MM Delta Elite for less recoil and increased control. Safe shooting to all!! A 45acp seems to lob large projectiles in there when you are talking 50 yards. The platform has proven to be reliable and Glocks pros are winning more than their share of competitions. Years ago, I started my collection with a Ruger P89, which for me was quite unreliable. Considering I can shoot the same groups with my little G26, I suspect the shooter has more to do with it than the gun. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. I carry both a 19 and 23 on a regular basis, but i find myself carrying my 30 more frequently. Glock is just one of many and it may be a good choice for some its however not always the best choice. The "Baby Glocks" as they were called were popular for both. So, with the power issue being generally a matter of preference, all other factors must be the determination. When I carry I want a gun which will give me enough firepower if needed, is light enougth it doesnt feel like your a carrying a brick on your waist and a weapon that doesnt print on your clothing as you carry concealed. Just stands to reason that the benefits of a .40 S&W round get over looked. What do they actually add up to? ~Dave Dolbee. I also spent around $130 for a 9mm drop in barrel for the 23 converting it into a 19 same pistol 2 calibers thinking of getting a .357 SIG barrel also much cheaper than getting 3 pistols. I found no significant difference in flip/recoil on the Gen 4 23. To be honest Im about 7-8 out of 10 hitting that target from 50 yds with my 23. However, this isnt some kind of panacea or nirvana. I went with the glock 27 because I can shoot .40 ,and with a 9mm conversion barrel I have a g 26. The Glock 26 takes a ten-round double-stack magazine, while the Glock 17 takes a seventeen-round magazine. Have never purchased a fire arm . Have been a CCL holder for 8 years, Qualified first with a Rem. [2022], Glock 42 vs 43. I also own and shoot a 500 S&W very well. Those are facts established from years of scientific testing and evaluations of actual shootings. The 9mm, .40 S&W and .45 ACP all fall significantly short of that minimum. Why be limited to one Cal. They both handle recoil better than the 43, and the 43x is slim, but longer than the 26. Retired NYPD here. Shoots fine with the short sight radius and the compensator really helps with mitigating muzzle flip and recoil for faster and more accurate follow-up shots on lions, tigers, and bears. I understand that you can shoot the firearm without changing your ejector, but Im just putting it out there that you are not supposed to. Nice write up! However, I shoot a G19 better and can re-acquire the sight picture and get follow-on shots off noticeably quicker and with better accuracy. The .40 S&W was a success story. ~Dave Dolbee. Some of us dont care for polymer guns, even now! Joe, I did not realize that you should swap the ejector as well. Aug 24, 2010. So do Springfield, Sig, Baretta, Browning,DE, Ruger, HK and others. The .45 cal G30 Gen 4 is my favorite concealed carry gun (IWB), It has minimal recoil for a .45, and is very accurate-I use it in Action Pistol Shooting Competition. On the back is a screw on brass piece with a switch inside protected by rubber. But in saying that I also carry a Glock 23 with Corbin 135 grain JHP best round Ive found for the 23. Here is my take. My rule is simple carry the biggest handgun you can be accurate and comfortable with even if it is a .380. The Smith & Wesson Model 19, and the later Model 13, were great service revolvers. Ive been carrying a 23 for a couple of years now. The weapon has a 10+1 magazine capacity. Thanks for the info. In terms of the dimensions, the Glock 23 has an overall length of 6.85 inches, a height of 5 inches, and finally an overall width of 1.26 inches. In all fairness, I was a Glock protagonist for a long time. How good the shooter grips the gun And yes, for some reason out of my collection ranging from Sigs, DW, Kimber, Colt, CZS, Springfields, HKs, and Glocks, the good old Glock 23 still manages to strike my fancy. They all do just fine, although anything less than 9mm is certainly questionable. Continue Reading Mike Stone Thanks! I had the G19 and traded to the G23. Wednesday FGS : This ain't Hell, but you can see it from here, The Best Glock 23 Night Sights | Sniper Country, Reader Comments of the Week August 19, 2017, http://dev-migrationctd.pantheonsite.io/fence-buying-gun/, http://articles.cheaperthandirt.com/handguns-for-first-time-gun-buyers/, http://dev-migrationctd.pantheonsite.io/guns-beginners-choosing-firearm/, Taurus Model 605 T.O.R.O. Ive been carrying that since 2008, completely stock. It apparently is not important to Glock as its about the only thing they havent changed in all the Generations of product that they have produced. Of course, this is personal preference, but Im an ex-cop, NRA Firearms Instructor, and a competitive shooter. There were practically no stats in what I just read, but rather a description of energy in terms of velocity and mass. Or if that is too difficult to understand, would you rather be shot by a .45 ACP or a .270 Winchester? The Glock 23 features the typical Glock double-action-only trigger. This is understandable. More ammo in a lighter gun and lighter dual-mag pouch.. It has some reduction in 9mm recoil but significantly more in .40. The Glock 26 has a staggered (double stack) magazine, and the Glock 43 does not. They are all effective loads. If there is ever another ammo shortage, or a SHTF situation my G 23 with the additional barrels I have purchased for around $100 each will give me a better chance of securing ammo. Choose from the dozens of quality choices available in todays market, and get comfortable carrying and using whatever you choose. The barrels can be changed out to shoot 9mm, and 357 SIG, in addition to the 40 barrel that comes with it.. Good article; I use a G23 mag in a G27 with the mag sleve. As I always say when someone comes up with new math that proves the effectiveness of their favorite round. I traded because I wanted a mid-range Glock. For self-defense shooters who are NOT willing to rely on psychological stops or neck/head shots, the effectiveness of a given round for use in self-defense is defined by the ability of that round to stop attackers reliably by disabling the CNS without a direct hit which requires muzzle energy in the range of 600 ft-lbf and beyond. Arc Angel said: I, also, think you'll find 45 ACP to be easier to control during rapid fire than either 40 caliber, or 10mm. 9mm defense loads rate 13 to 14, the .40 runs to 17 and over. The FBI needed a gun to . I bought a 23 and equipped it with good gear and practiced with it. Another factor was that my wife would occasionally be shooting or carrying this weapon. The problem was that it did not do the job it was intended to do. Oh, but that's not all. It also takes other double-stack Glock magazines with a magazine sleeve, so you can use a bigger stick in practice or as a backup. and .40 cal ammo is plentiful and inexpensive to fire compared to the other firearms I own. Attackers have continued to harm victims even with fatal shots to the attackers hearts. The Baby Glock G26 will also take the Glock 19s fifteen-round magazine, the Glock 17s seventeen-round magazine, and even Glocks submachine gun-sized thirty-three-round stick magazine without modification. However to each their own on what they like, the thing you have to do is practice, practice practice, tear down your guns and keep them clean. I believe the 10mm moves into deer killing capability inside of 50 yards, which makes the 10mm a go anywhere do anything handgun. I keep a G21 in my nightstand. But, back on topic the Glock 23 is hard to beat for the versatility of being able to use three different types of ammo (including the 9 mm), and can be used for concealed carry. They weigh but 23.6 ounces unloaded and pump up to about 32 ounces loaded. ~Dave Dolbee. Thanks for explaining the price differences on Gun Broker, and all the other logic you wrote. I see so many complaining about the recoil of the .40 and slower follow up shots, less capacity blah blah. Sorry, Bob, but this statement is a fallacy: the fact remains the 9mms wound potential isnt up to the .45 ACP.. Also, I have read that, with current ammunition technology, the 9mm round is just as effective in FBI terminal ballistics testing as both the .45 and .40 calibers. I would deffinitly be in the market for one. No comparison. Seems to me like a person should CC the largest caliber firearm that they can shoot well and carry adequately concealed. My last side arm was the Sig P220 .45 cal. It was a St. St. finish. The Glock 26s magazine system is the largest and most versatile in its class. Will we ever learn? I wanted something she could control and shoot well. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Heres the link laserlyte.com/products/trainer-lt-cartridge/ I am pretty sure CTD has them for sale on their website. I suppose practice pays off. I WENT too A GUN SHOW AND FOUND AN OLD CZ 75- THE FIRST shot WAS DEAD CENTER BULLS EYE NOW I OWN ALL CZ s the p01 -p06 and now looking to by a cz 97 these gun are great they make you a good shooter I still have all my glocks but I love my CZs. I can use the G19 mags in the G27 as well. Sir, Really?) GLOCK 23 The GLOCK 23 combines compact dimensions for both open and concealed carry, with minimum weight, despite its substantial magazine capacity in 40 S&W caliber. You must be in the Phx area as I am. Firearms must be shipped via Fedex Overnight, to your selected FFL. That is still my main carry gun and I have about 10,000 rounds through it. Specs & Features Specs Caliber: 40 S&W Width: 1.26" Length: 7.36" 19 wins for some, 23 wins for those who can handle the weight and power. I now own a 9mm barrel for it (and an Osprey suppressor, BIG GRIN. Ive never had a problem with jams with the G19. to .44 mag. Share Compare Wishlist Warning WARNING ADVERTENCIA Technical Data Caliber .40 S&W System Safe Action Mag. The 1911, being slimmer, can be easier to conceal, and there are times when neither of these compact weapons is convenient. Found by: Thats not completely trueyou may swap 40 cal and 357 sig barrels, but for the 9mm the ejector must be changed. I own a Gen 4 Glock 23. Of course she Carries a new #15 spring as well as #18 as well as the factory parts in her range bag. Why does my carry gun HAVE to be a Glock? The weapon measures 6.41 inches long with a 3.42 inch barrel. Now got the same barrel length as a full-size G22 and 100 fps more velocity for woods carry. 27, 2018 Among them are a decorated World War II vet If m is specified in grains and v in feet per second, the following equation can be used, which gives the energy in foot-pound force: v is the velocity of the bullet Glock 26: The Glock 26 is a 919mm "subcompact" variant designed for concealed carry and was introduced in 1995, . I guess if you are going to use the firearm to plink around with at the rangeKnock yourself out, but life or death situation I would strongly advise the you have the proper internal parts for the caliber being used. Thx for your service Ret NYPD! All of the quality defense ammo regardless of brand or caliber is loaded to meet the same standard issued by the FBI. I managed to get 38 rounds through it (no jams) before the shooting range closed down with a rain and wind storm. The 40 SW is simply more powerful than the 9mm regardless of all the debates singing the praise of the 9mm. Recoil is not an issue for me when using my G23. That wasted powder adds muzzle flash, noise, and recoil without any additional improvement to the bullets ballistics. The Springfield XD has many more safety devices, a far better trigger, doesnt feel like a 2X4 in your hand and is just a plain better pistol. Its the same reason most 9mm guys wouldnt carry a .380 or .22 ha! Im perfectly happy with my Kimber Ultra Carry II in .45 acp.. The Glock 19 9mm is easier to shoot well than the .40 caliber pistol . The 40 really is the best of both worlds though. I also have .45 ACP and 10MM 1911s available plus long guns and shot guns so the .40 S&W isnt really needed. Mainly increased the stock size for my large hand, and now is quite comfortable for me! The Gen 5 Glock 26 reduces the trigger reach to 2.76 inches and overall length to 6.42 inches, but increases overall width to 1.3 inches and unloaded weight to 19.7 ouncesbut is otherwise unchanged. Fjotolf Hansen [4] (born 13 February 1979), better known by his birth name Anders Behring Breivik ( Norwegian pronunciation: [n br brvik] ( listen) ), [5] his initials ABB, and by his pseudonym Andrew Berwick, is a Norwegian far-right domestic terrorist. You can get optional 22 round magazines for both guns. Ill spare the gory details, but lets just say there was no heart left. you said it yourself. This was a great article. I almost went deaf from the piercing sound. Glock has made it clear that the Glock 19 and the Glock 23 have different ejectors for a reason. The 43 is about 17% lighter than the 26, but this comes at the . Collaboration between Smith & Wesson and Winchester, gave the world a 185-grain bullet that flies over 1,000 feet per seconda cartridge with nearly perfect balance of weight, mass, firepower, and consistent energy transfer. Love my Glock 23 Gen 4 buy one and you will also, I wish to purchase a fire arm for home protection. I carry every day and when it comes to concealment, the only true difference between the two guns is the slightly larger width of the 26. Ill never learn, just want to have a little fun trying. I own five Glocks total. Its good to hear you love yours and it is functioning perfectly. Popularity and availability 9mm wins. Great gun, carried it on and off duty for years. If you have problems with a 19, you'll have the same issues with a 26. I used to carry a G19 but decided to step it up to the G23 after alot of research on both guns. EDC Subjective Power factor duh, 23 wins but if you cannot control/dont practice except qualifying then if you hit its more power but control on the firing line is well, controlled. The firing pin block and safety lever in the trigger are the whole show. He shot up his entire target with no notable grouping whatsoever. Low calibers have very high pitch levels as opposed to. But this isnt the whole story. I do have a .40 barrel for my G31, though. The frame and the slide are slimmer because they would be. So carry what you want, and TRAIN for it. Got a reference? The Glock 26 was released in 1994 and was designed from the outset for the fields of home defense, law enforcement and concealed-carry weapons. Anyone who relies on any handgun round that delivers less kinetic energy than the .357 Mag, .357 SIG and 10mm, is necessarily relying on either a psychological stop or a neck/head shot. The Glock 26 is essentially a chopped Glock 19, with about a half-inch of the barrel and about three-quarters of an inch of the grip cut off. Its a great backup, put as far as home and personal defense, I rely on the G23. striker-fired .45 ACP. I think if a small light fast moving bullet was superior then we would use a .223 to hunt Elk instead of the 30-.06. The newere release with the beavertail backstraps reduce the flip. The Glock 19 comes with two 15-round stock mags while the Glock 23 comes with two 13-round stock mags. I keep hearing of all these Latest FBI reports I would really like to see them. Point you cant beat a glock no matter what caliber just control it. It would be exactly the same, just shorter barrels. Just a few thoughts.. jimmyalbrecht I own a sub2k in .40 with a buffer and it is a smooth shooting extremely accurate road and I can use the rounds in my g22. Even better, they are . Nothing wrong with that, but they ignore the .40. The same ammo advancements that improved 9mm also improved .40 cal and .45 ACP. for police. (Some individuals find the Glock subcompacts grip a little too short, and for them there are inexpensive thirty party grip extensions that provide a larger grip surface.). I have a 9 mm conversion barrel as well. The Baby Glock isnt just a contender for concealed carry enthusiasts, its also a viable option for everyone else as well. Glock Gen 3 I have a Dawson sight and a polished ghost trigger bar at 3+ lbs.Wilson 115 gr whitebox RN ammo shoots about 99.9% of the time. A feather is easy to throw, but it looses energy very quickly and floats to the ground. My knowledge of one can be put on a tip of a needle.. Daniel, More ammo in a lighter gun and lighter dual-mag pouch. You can throw all the scientific data you want and it still doesnt matter. The 230-grain .45 is at 20; the .45 ACP 185-grain standard load is at about 17. The 40 is a baseball. Thanks Chris, but I called Lone Wolf and they dont have any. Ammo Expense 9mm wins The real difference is in magazine capacity. Now you can shoot the cheaper 9 mm ammo. It is big to conceal, but I still have my 1911s for summer/t-shirt carry. The addition of a Wolf 9MM barrel gives me a G26, 27 & 19. To me, the recoil with the Gen 4 G23 is moderate. Small fast bullets hit with impressive numbers, but since they are in fact small(ish) they lose momentum quickly. When shooting the 9s, for some crazy reason, I cannot match the accuracy of my. 10mm is one of my favorite rounds when full bore, might as well be shooting a .40 when loaded down. What a nice weapon! This mix of simplicity and performance makes Glock pistols one of the best choices for any type of shooting, especially high stress shooting contexts like competitions and defensive incidents. My 23 sports a TLR-1 tac-light with 185 gr Winchester JHP and is my HD weapon. now owns. After testing the same brands of gun in 9mm and .40SW, the extra flip and recoil from the .40SW that kept me from getting back on target for follow-up shots vis-a-vis the 9mm also meant that there were more flyers in the batches of .40SW. The .40 is a result of many studies into problems that have dogged police side arms for over 100 years. I checked CTD just now, and they dont have any 6 barrels, but GlockMeister has a Stormlake stainless 6 barrel, and theyre actually in my city, so I can go over there and check it out in person. What a great firearm! At a full length of 9.57," the Glock 24 is a gun that's completely unable to be used as a concealed carry unless you're willing to wear a trench coat. Even the P-35 Browning Hi-Power in 9mm, old school you say? Comparing Glock-Glock-to-Glock as in this piece is nothing but sycophantic, and has no perspective at all. Good luck! If you blink it only ruins their night vision. Given the realities of firearm related confrontations, it really doesnt matter. Also, the early .40 cal Glocks (along with other makers pistols) had occasional problems with blown cases (and sometimes guns) due to insufficient chamber support. However, the 26 kicks less. I also have the G26. We took the 23 to the range on I prefer to carry a small 3 1/2 in. Seriously, enough is enough. Butlurking in the backgroundthere's the question of why not get a Glock 43X or 48 instead? At its core it is a subcompact pistol with a larger than average magazine capacity. I would dare to say that anyone that takes a 40 S&W the chest is going down anyway so I think it all comes down to what youre comfortable with and how will you shoot that individual firearm.. I absolutely HATED Glocks. Been in the firearms business for the better part of 40 yrs, owned and shot just about everything made. The first runs of .40 caliber ammunition did not display a high degree of accuracy. However, after a few sessions of practice with the Glock 34, I recently traded in my P226 for my second G34. I switched to the G19 Gen 4 as my primary carry gun because the combination of the finger grooves on the front of the grip and the sharp recoil from factory .40 S&W rounds made my strong-hand ring finger hurt to the point that I developed a flinch after just a few rounds. The Glock 24 is perfect for competitive shooting and home defense with its 8 line of sight for rapid target acquisition. Glock currently represents over 60 percent of all handgun sales and Glock has enjoyed the lions share of sales for many years. IMHO, the mid frame isn't any harder to conceal. In thousands of rounds through it never a single jam (sorry Walter). Eventually I sent the G23 off to get a grip modification to remove the finger grooves, but still found the sharp recoil to be an issue so Ive stuck with the G19. Both are popular guns for concealed carry or as backups to larger Glock pistols like a 17 or 19. Engraved Glock 43 Pistol. Model 27 23 22 and a 17 just to use 9mm ammo. Enter the 96. conversion barrel for my Glock 23. Accuracy is pretty good also. Are you able to talk to LEO/Gov employees who actually have to qualify with their pistol? As a loader for 30+ years, I make sure my 10-mm ammo replicates some of the ballistics you would see in some 41 mag ammo. In my example, the action is fast and light enough at six pounds. With its capability to be converted to 9mm and.357 Sig in less than a minute, it has become my number 1 all around handgun. plugin minecraft server java. From my POV the frame is to square and sharp in the web between thumb and trigger finger to be comfortable. Even my Carry weapon which is an S&W Shield 40. If that doesnt sound like much it is because it isnt. If you shoot someone with a .32ACP, and then with a .50AE, the .50AE will do more damage. Neither Glock features a manual safety. I have a 17 Gen 3 so having interchangeable magazines would be the game changer for me and the 26. Ive looked for the new G23, but nothing else stands out, theyre either not aesthetically pleasing, or I dont like how they feel in my hand. Our guide to the 6 best Glocks for home defense. For these occasions, I carry Rugers LCP and LCR, each loaded with high velocity frangible rounds because of the lower potency of the caliber. And, of course, 9mm ammo is cheaper than .40 S&W ammo. The 10mm is a great cartridge. The Glock 43, on the other hand, has a single-stack magazine. Re: Power factor, divide by 10,000 (ten thousand) not 1.000. Tried a Glock 23 GEN four and instantly fell in love. The Glock 23 fires the .40 Smith and Wesson while the Glock 19 fires the 9 x 19 mm Parabellum, more commonly called the 9 mm. The Glock 23 is identical in overall size to the Glock 19 and is chambered in .40 S&W. Standard magazines have a capacity of 13 rounds and Gen 4 productions have a reversible magazine release. She can practically shoot the 23 one handed. Hurr durr, volunteer to stand in front of it is the most cliched, tired comment out there. C, THAT SOUNDS LIKE A LOT OF FUN, WOULD BE COOL TO GO THRU THERE WITH EACH BARREL TO SEE WHICH ONE YOUR MORE ACCURATE WITH. Glock is not the be all or end all of the better handguns in the world. Not completely sure if that was me or the gun, but nonetheless. To me, the differences in size between the 26 & 43 are negligible (.15 inches in length and .16 inches in width) and the added benefits of 10+ 1 rounds with the easily upgradeable capacity of the 26 far supersed any benefits that I could gain from the slightly smaller package and limited capacity of the 43. Practically everyone in my circle of friends and associates owns at least one Glock 19. I now own 3 G23s (a Gen 2 and 2 Gen 3s). 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