As are you. Glock 19 Magazine. Born in southeastern Washington State, Sam Hoober graduated in 2011 from Eastern Washington University. It was an entirely reasonable comment. Even if you get a used gun, it's still a Glock. I wear XL Gloves to give an idea of my hand size. for me the G19 Gen3 is the best i have ever owned or shot. Felons, Feinstein and Facts: How Criminals Get and Use Their Guns, Buh Bye! Reply Quote. The G36s long, relatively narrow grip fits my hands perfectly and gives me feedback as to the guns orientation even before bringing it up into site height. That's a price difference that is also cost saving. I would most likely get the Gen 4 because it has features that I prefer over the Gen 3. Sounds like this Chris guy is a real stud. The line of Glock handguns appeared on the market nearly four decades ago. in length. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Although, as previously mentioned, adapters are available if you want to go the other way. It feels smoother and lighter to me. I got a new part and spring free from Glock. With a healthy load, its LOUD. EFK Spring with the buffered/dual action recoil relief per the EFK website shows 40% reduction of recoil which sounds good, especially with the snappy .40 S&W. The trigger bar deactivates the firing pin safety once the trigger is pulled. You really should do some life evaluationsif THIS is what your life has amounted to today, perhaps it is time to change course and begin practicing the things that will produce a better tomorrow. A lightweight handgun at 1.52 lbs, it tops out at 2.04 lbs with a fully-loaded magazine of 10mm ammunition. My favorite is the Glock 19. Cheers! I agree with you Jeff i have three mags. The GLOCK 36 presents grip ergonomics of the next dimension. This without the cost of being uncomfortable during long sessions at the range. Accuracy * * I just never found the grips comfortable in my hand in the different iterations. I went back to my Gen 3 to make sure it wasnt something I missed. Youd have to have kid hands for your finger to fit in there. I know that California is not currently allowing the import of Gen 4s but will allow the Gen 3s in. The extensions defeat the purpose of the gun by making the grip longer and far harder to conceal. But so far, there are only 9mms so far in the Gen5 line. To me the new trigger feels like a trigger on a well worn Gen 3. I dont have a ton of dollars to buy what I really want so I buy what I need. These were my EDC pistols back in the day, but Ive moved on to the whiz kid 9mms for carry. I just bought and shot the Glock 36 and I was really impressed with how accurate it is given size and caliber. Ergonomics * But what I really want is a 48 style in 45acp. Ron DeSantis Removes Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel, Gun Review: Taurus GX4XL T.O.R.O. Both are surprisingly shootable and accurate. Capacity? And a bonus its easier to keep my thumb off the side stop, so the slide always locks back after the last round. Ive had a G36 since 2012. I do get slide bite from any Glock without a beaver tail (I use a Grip Force adaptor on mine). You can change the trigger bar from the Gen 3 into the Gen 4 or the other way around. My local Glock dealer is the local Glock store for the Blue label/tag program that provides GLOCK products at a lower price for retired military, police officers, foremen, etc. You may love the new texture or hate it. Ben, Nice Article! The best load tested was the Hornady Critical Duty 220gr +P. Six rounds of 45 Auto in a package that fits into the hands of any user. Its a little bit of pain but worth the $100 if they have the one you want. And Ive never met a Glock trigger that Ive liked. Why shouldn't our handguns be offered the same way? If you are going to strip the gun all the way to the frame its going to be a little different than the Gen 3. After Glock released the Gen 5 pistols - which had a suite of significant updates including new slides, frames, barrels and more - the Gen 4 models were switched to LE sales only. They may build a new version of the 36, or may not. I have never given a gun a one star rating in ergonomics before, but this one takes it. Have fun with it. Why isnt it like my G19, a longer, full, grip with a normal basepad ? If you are going to depend on your Glock Gen 3 or Gen 4 for your life, use a professional for tricky upgrades. I bought a Smith and Wesson M&P Shield 9mm a couple of months ago. Knowing that many shooters textured the grips on their Glock Gen 3 for a better feel, Glock made it a feature and a noticeable difference between Glock 19 Gen 3 and Gen 4. The choice made for the 36 was that it was a .45acp and a single stack for carry. Everything else is just not worth talking about. Overall I found that the G36 was not especially accurate given its intended role. Ive shot almost 500 rounds through it so far without a single problem. In looking at the Glock 19 Gen 3 vs Gen 4 some parts that were changed stand alone and cannot be interchanged. Its so common it has its own name. You can take a dermal tool or a sanding block to the frame, its only plastic. On paper the pistol sounds more compact than it is in practice. But thats just me. At the moment, Glock is still selling the Glock Gen 3 pistols as well as Gen 4 and Gen 5. Do you know of any heavy vests or long coats that are already designed for such a carry? The Glock 19 is arguably the perfect combination between a concealed carry and a standard service weapon. Right before the introduction of the Glock Generation 4 guns, a limited edition of Gen 3 pistols was made - called the RTF2 or "Rough Textured Finish" - with a few different bits. Glocks are shooting tools, not BBQ guns. The Blue label program is a great service from Glock. I wasnt sure if it was safe or not, so I took it off the line. The answer, like most gun questions, is that it depends. The Glock safe fire system renders the Glock physically incapable of firing in such a situation. Nice ammo count! As a GLOCK owner, we want to make sure you have all the tools to protect your GLOCK pistol, and get the most out of it. I fired 100 rounds to break it in, and then 400 at a class. Next up is the connector. Everything else remained the same, and in fact remained the same going into the Glock Gen 4 guns. Gave it to my brother when I found I got a blood blister on my pinkie every time I fired it without a Band-Aid on my finger. If I were to bite the bullet , and buy a Glock for carry purposes; I would probably cold carry it. The GMBS, as it were, is swappable backstrap panels to customize the fit of the pistol to the shooter. Unless you're a police officer, you can't buy one! Well, there are a variety of factors to consider for the Glock Gen 3 vs Gen 4 debate. There are a few parts when it comes to Glock 19 Gen 4 upgrades that are compatible with the Glock 19 Generation 3. Apologies, southpaws. The general idea behind it is still sound, but is at this point the G36 is significantly outclassed by other .45 ACP pistols in the same genre. Yes its uglyits a Glock, Get Pearce grip extension to add +1 capacity, Aftermarket items are the key. .45 GAP get a G39 which is exactly the size of a G26/27, not enough mag capacity? Both versions were and still are typically reliable, with the G36 being my favorite due mostly to the narrower shape of the grip. The next item to discuss in the Glock Gen 3 vs Gen 4 ordeal is the frame. I kept regriping and shifting my grip. The new mag release button is not only larger, but it extends farther back to allow for much faster, easier mag changes. An additional cross pin was added above the trigger guard pin, acting as a fence for the barrel link when the gun recoils. Downsides? To me the trigger feels better. Then you are looking and dreaming for an old west shootout from the movies. It will be easier to operate and hold. Wow, sounds like youve been in a lot of gun fights. Glock Gen 4 improvements weren't nothing, but didn't exactly reinvent the wheel. But unlike RTF versions with grips that had needle-like checkering, Gen 4 uses flat-cone-like . Search Results for: "glock 36" GLOCK MODEL 36 45 AUTO POLICE TRADE-IN PISTOLS Style: 36 USED3; Department: . Disclaimer | Privacy Policy, So I have a question would any Ody help me find a backstrap for Glock 19 gen with hex key. I agree with your evaluation but I like my gun. Also, the Gen 4 frame as a larger channel in its bottom to accommodate the new, larger recoil spring assembly. That and ruger pistols and revolvers are what I have in the stable. They were introduced when polymer was still a relatively new material in the gun world and as a result they came out looking strange by comparison to what was standard at the time. Why is that a selling point you may ask? The number one reason is the better trigger. At least not unmanageable. Or whine about their pinky bleeding. The Gen 3 will flex if I push in the thinnest part but not by just gripping the gun. The trigger bar on the Glock 19 Gen 4 features a small bump. Not fun. He said if I couldnt get it done with 7 rds I probably couldnt do it at all. During all that I also got a degree in law enforcement and went through two different police academies. A 1911 of similar size holds at least another round while being far more comfortable in the hand. Honestly. Staying safe, same to you. The first difference between Glock 19 Gen 3 and Gen 4 that many sees are the grips. I remember shooting a 36 and being amazed at how much worse it felt than a G19. I spoke to a Glock rep about this at SHOT. Nothing is changed internally or really all that substantially; the gun is pretty much the same except for some surface changes. Cool Mike! Stumbled across this old G36 review just a day after pulling out one of my two old G36s from the safe and heading to the range with it. The first couple emptied mags reminded me why I liked this gun so much years ago, and it really comes down to one unique feature, the grip shape. The right choice is in your hands. Buffalo Bore 185gr JHP +P1008fps, 2.5 The GLOCK single stack magazine allows for a slim frame and a slide with reduced width. Feudalism has never fully left the spirit of many European states and the most common guns there are developed for use by governments, not individuals. Ive deleted the disrespectful part of your comment. Ive found that Im just as accurate and nearly as fast compared to the G19. As you've gathered so far, the differences between Glock Gen 4 vs Glock Gen 3 are moderate. Now go practice. I have Gen 2 and Gen 3 Models but the Gen 4 is nice. For accessories right now there is more stuff for the Gen 3. Required fields are marked *. All Rights Reserved. My favorite site is Londwolfdist.com. This is a welcome upgrade to the Glock 19 Generation 3 for those southpaws out there. The GLOCK single stack magazine allows for a slim frame and a slide with reduced width. Sounds like youve been watching too many old western movies, too, Sounds like youve never been in a gunfight, either. I use to carry a Dan Wesson .357 Magnum in service for a PD. This doesn't bother me really, but it does feel like it opens my grip just a little bit. Glock Gen 4 Generation 4 pistols have few changes from the Generation 3 model guns, but have the addition of the Glock Modular Backstrap system. I bought my Gen 4 before Glock offered the beaver tail. Reliability * * * * * Another PoS Tupperware for glocktards to drool over. With a magazine inserted, Glock 36 and Shield 45 clock in within 5 grams of each other. It didnt work as well as they wanted it to and Glock sent upgrades to fix the problem. Discussions on any and all topics are welcome even with different opinions. 2. SIG SAUER 185gr V-Crown JHP925fps, 2.25 To me, it feels reminiscent of all Glocks I have shot. An interesting note is that they were introduced in a Euro-centric world where small bore pistols were the most common in the hands of police and military, 9mm chief among them. The guy who wrote this article really did a dis-service to a fine handgun. But you probably shouldnt put a kit in a carry gun. The Gen 4, on the other hand, has several sizes of backstrap that can be easily swapped in for a better fit. I can respect that, but the gun we are left with is left wanting in todays concealed carry market. The ejector is another difference between Glock 19 Gen 3 and Gen 4. I feel like the top finger groove is too close to the bottom of the trigger guard. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. The frame that gives a little really reinforces the plastic gun thing. The comment about weighting without the magazine is spot on: the magazines for Glock 36 are unusually heavy. GLOCK safety, reliability, and simple operation, all at an affordable price. This isn't a jab at anyone in particular. The new texture is more aggressive, however, not overly so. However, the reverse is not true. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. I have a G36 and like pretty much everything about it, and Im not a Glock fan boy by any means. It has never jammed on me and the mag is the easiest of my Glocks to reload. New, that is. Probably due to the difference in for of the upper part of the grip and new texturing pattern. That's why they make chocolate and vanilla, everybody's different. 41 Replies to "Glock Gen 3 vs Gen 4" William T.Farrow says: September 10, 2017 at 04:49 . I bought a G36 early on, thinking it would be a lighter replacement for my Colt Officers .45. Im with you, for some reason I just keep going back to the Gen 3. As all the companies gear up that will change. (And black slidelike how black slides came out the week after I bought by 48). Thanks for the info Ben..and the rest of you guys! Got rid of the 36 in some long forgotten gun deal. And Ive shot a LOT of them. I love my G30, its basically all the goodness of a G21 but shrunk down to G19 size. Glock is still producing its Gen 3 series Glocks which would seem odd to most as it has released two generations since Generation 3. The Gen 3 is clunky and heavy, recoiling with more force than modern Glock shooters are accustomed to. You will feel the same 5.5-pound semi-double action trigger pull on both the Glock 19 Gen 3 and the Glock 19 Gen 4. I just bought a 19 Gen 3 and was looking for this kind of info. The .45 round, be it .45 Colt, .45-70, or .45 ACP, has always been synonymous with American exceptionalism and the spirit of adventure. Nope. A big complaint I have is that the magazine has a large basepad that is necessary for a firm grip on the gun. The G36 is a very accurate and reliable pistol, and a Great CCW weapon. Buy a wolf gunsprings Glock competition trigger pack ($10) and install 2 of the 3 springs. Thanks Daric! See, the Glock 19 Gen 4 magazines are notched on both sides to allow for the ambidextrous mag release. Just bought a Gen 4..like it! Without the fear of accidentally discharging the weapon by dropping it. It either fits you or it doesn't and there's not much to help it if that's the case short of an aftermarket frame. The Glock 19 Gen 4 upgrades are equally abundant as those found for the Glock 19 Gen 3. The gun wastes a large amount of space. not for the Camp Perry matches. Is there anything else youd like to hear about? The longer pins will work but stick out a little to far. Im thinking the larger model glocks would help out. Over the decades the Glock handgun has evolved with some changes being subtle, while others are instantly recognizable. As a result, I can bring the gun onto target faster than those with more rounded (I.E., double stack) grips. Too many better options in 45 and 9. My Glock 23 is a Gen3 and I had issues with the slide not going all the way forward. I love the size of the 23! The first is the overall grip size and texture. Sometimes I forget I have it on me. You can contact him at gripreductions.com. As for ugly, who cares? I bought my Glock 36 in 2001(DTH 194). Returning to the southpaw shooter, the Gen 4 magazines have notches on both sides, so the mags will slide out. The Gen 4 is 0.17 oz lighter than the Gen 3 (according to Glocks web site). I love my Glock 36 and am pleased with it in every aspect. Its far bulkier than it needs to be and isnt kind on the eyes. A lot of people that customize the Gen 3 put an extended magazine release on their guns, so Glock just did it for them. They digest most ammo well, shoot easily enough and more than accurately enough for government work, and so on. The one upgrade in the Glock 19 Gen 3 vs Gen 4 whirlwind is the lowly, but vital, magazine. The G36 I used for this review came equipped from the factory with Trijicon night sights. One of the subtle changes is the magazine release. One large point of contention shooters had with the Glock 19 Generation 3 was the grips being too large for smaller hands. Youre quite the dick. Your email address will not be published. At 5 yards I was able to hit target very well. Quite honestly, I would like to hear about some training opportunities near this area (central VA). The later release of the G36 was something new for GLOCK. This makes it the ideal everyday carry weapon. Id need to carry 4 mags to feel warm and cozy. Its just a different way to put the gun together. It just wasnt new, sexy plastic. Glock did change the design of the ejector in the Glock 19 4th Generation handgun. Pistol Fighting Dynamics Course San Antonio, Pistol Fighting Dynamics Course North Texas. The early generations of GLOCK pistols could never be called attractive. Would I rather have a 9mm with a zillion round magazine to spray and pray the neighborhood? It never failed to go bang, but lost the slide stop so the top of the Glock went further forward than it should. We dont belittle people and their thoughts here. Heck no. The dual recoil spring on the Gen 4 weighs in also. If youre whining about recoil, perhaps a .45 of any brand is not for you. The problems are from limp-dicking it. I find the G36 easier to manage and am able to shoot it better so it is my carry gun. I was spoiled for too many years with great 1911 triggers. . Now the guns are running well. It is accurate, dependable, easily conceals and the recoil is quite manageable. Good luck explaining why you shot a little kid across the street. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Please keep it civil. I would gladly let him know about this. The gun was a departure from the high-capacities of their prior models and featured a new type of magazine. The Gen 4 has a new texture on its grip which many find just right for either bare-hands or gloves. Also, you can't overlook the legendary Glock reliability. I called Glock and they sent a new recoil spring. Not to mention, if the Glock 36 does jam, in the 99.9 percent of them that dont, and you have one of the 00.1 percent that does, it clears a jam faster than any gun that Ive shot. The gun hides well for me under winter clothing and a Hawaiian shirt ans shorts for summer. Perhaps you occasionally operate while wearing tactical gloves. The Gen 4, by comparison, provides a smoother experience with minimal recoil on the. Youre welcome Jeff. On top of that, there have been changes to the line between full generations, for instance the glock 26 is available in a generation 2.5. Would be in a world of hurt against a brown bear [a friend from Alaska said I should just shoot myself and get it over with] but other than that scenario, could handle pretty much anything else the Rockies could throw at me, the grip is too big, front to back? You cannot take a Gen 4 upper and place it on a Gen 3 or earlier lower. I trained to rotate the gun slightly in my hand when hitting the mag release, and imagining Im holding a tea cup with pinky out when bringing the new mag up and in. While completely and utterly late to the single-stack subcompact 9mm party, it still became one of their most popular pistols to date. The next of the Glock 19 Gen 4 upgrades to the grip was its texture. Glock does not sell them to the consumer market; they are only sold to police departments and federal agencies. So thats why the G36, essentially the orphan of the Glock world, can still put a smile on my face. The thing about Glock Gen 3 vs Glock Gen 4 is the guns are almost identical; it's just that the latter has a few more bits of kit than the latter, and at that not a heck of a lot. Full grip, single stack and a 3.5 to 5 in slide/barrel. The recoil spring doesnt really feel any different when shooting and Im not sure it will help at all. The owner never got Glock Knuckle for him. Thats why I bought the Gen 4 as my second Glock. What did you have to do to get your trigger weight that far down? So again, this is an exclusive but necessary item in the list of Glock 19 Gen 4 upgrades. Stuffed it full of Barnes 230 gr copper hollowpoints. Which is better? Expand your knowledge and make educated decisions to If you get a Gen 3, you can generally find them for cheaper (make sure its more then the price of the extra magazine). Hot on the heels of the announcement of the new single-stack slimline G43X and G48, both of which are skinny little 9mms, I am going to take the time to do a rewind and look at GLOCKs first attempt at the single-stack slimline game: the .45 ACP GLOCK 36. And its a.45. The Gen 4 isnt any better. I spent all of 2008 in Iraq again as a private contractor defending a base. There is absolutely no reliability difference between Glock 19 Gen 3 and Gen 4 handguns. Now, don't interpret this as if you will be grabbing onto sandpaper. Hornady Critical Duty 220gr +P950fps, 1.5 I think everyone should be putting 3 mags with a new gun, its just a courteous thing to do. This ergonomically changes the weapon. Glock 19 Gen 3 and Gen 4 Dimension: Overall Length: Gen 3: 7.36-inch Gen 4: 7.28-inch Slide Length: 6.85-inch Overall Width: 1.26-inch Slide Width: 1-inch Height (including magazine): 5.04-inch Line of Sight (Polymer): 6.02-inch Trigger Distance: Gen 3: 2.80-inch Gen 4: 2.76-inch Glock Gen 3 Vs Gen 4: Similarities Trigger Pull Weight Safety Its the mid sized gun and a great place to start. Due to the ambidextrous mag release found on the Glock Gen 4, its magazines are notched on both sides. And the G36 has the characteristic GLOCK trigger pull thats frequently described as mushy. I have to agree with you. Yes, you could add oversize mag release button to an older Glock, but if you buy a Gen 4 they have already done it for you. I dont like plastic, although if I were going to buy a Glock I would get one of the hi capacity 9mms, I dont like 9mms either but a pistol that holds almost a box of shells would be comforting. Each GLOCK delivers on our promise of safety, reliability, and simplicity at an affordable price. It is not perfect but is a good reliable gun. However, doing this will significantly alter the trigger pull weight for the weapon. Have you got nothing better to do than spam a gun blog? The age of wood and steel is far from over, but the age of plastic has certainly been in full swing for some time now and lots of gun owners have grown to like (or at least appreciate) polymer pistols. Which Glock would you suggest for a first time Glock user? I had a G21 and it sucked. The gun doesnt feel very secure during this process and forgetting where your pinky is can result in a painful pinch. I shoot it frequently and carry it often. Despite a single stack magazines, the flat, wide grip and narrow profile make the gun feel akin to a 24 in the hand and it torques under recoil as a result. About weighting without the magazine has a large basepad that is also cost saving 2008 in Iraq as. 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