In case you didn't know, the Glock 19 is the compact version of the 9x19 semi-automatic handgun. It is extremely popular for its balance of firepower, durability, and concealability. While some of us may be comfortable toting around a full-size 10mm, this 9mm will suit just about any frame for concealed carry.
There are probably more reviews of this gun on the internet than any other modern pistol, so I'll keep this brief. We ran about 250 rounds through it during its first day at the range, without a single malfunction. This of course doesn't surprise me, but I do want to emphasize its reliability and lack of a required "break in time" like many more expensive guns. Being chambered in 9mm, you feel a little less guilty firing hundreds of rounds in a day since it is one of the more affordable calibers. It was very enjoyable to shoot and has minimal recoil, allowing for immediate accurate followup shots.
Just when I thought the Glock 19 couldn't get any better as a rugged combat-oriented firearm, I pulled out the 33-round magazine. I can't really explain it, but that thing just makes me extremely happy. Not to mention it's great for rapid-fire and trigger-reset drills, allowing for more trigger time and less reloading. If you're diligent and know where to look, you can occasionally find them on sale for the price of a standard capacity magazine.[Just don't settle for the cheap Korean copies!]
Here is the model 19 next to the 20, representing consecutive patents by Gaston Glock. I can do better size comparisons if you are interested, this is just one I happened to take at the range yesterday.
(And yes, they do have serial numbers, they were just blurred out.)
Overall, I couldn't be happier with the G19. It's an ideal all-around pistol.
Some of you may be growing weary of our Glock bias, but I assure you we have several posts on interesting historic firearms as well as accessories coming down the pipe. See you soon.
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