Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
Many Glocks are available in \u201cC\u201d models. This compensates for recoil with ports that go through both the barrel and slide near the muzzle. These direct burning, expanding gases upward when the shot is fired, forcing the front end of the pistol down to compensate for muzzle rise. Recoil is an important factor in choosing a Glock. Be sure to demo as many pistols as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Glocks are simple, versatile, and built by a company determined to make a pistol to fit virtually every adult hand. It\u2019s easy to see why Glock pistols are so popular in both the civilian market and the police sector. Hopefully, you are now more well-informed on choosing a Glock and are ready to make a worthwhile investment.<\/p>\n","post_title":"How to Choose a Glock","post_excerpt":"With a broad choice of sizes and calibers, it\u2019s easy to find just the right GLOCK!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"choosing-your-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-22 18:14:24","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-22 22:14:24","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/30\/choosing-your-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121042,"post_author":"205","post_date":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_date_gmt":"2012-11-10 11:46:20","post_content":"\n\nGlock Simplicity<\/strong>\n\nGlock pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, .357 SIG, 10mm, .45 G.A.P. and .45 ACP are the first line of defense for many cops and civilians. The largest advantage of having such a durable but lightweight pistol is that, while the full-size pistols are perfect for duty with law enforcement, off-duty officers and civilian shooters can carry the same powerful and proven self-defense weapon in a much smaller package, hidden from casual view and ready to go\u2014but Glocks have three times the safeties of a conventional snubnose revolver.\n\nEach Glock features three, independent safety systems that secure the weapon against accidental discharge. The first is the external trigger safety, a small inner lever contained in the trigger that activates the trigger bar when depressed. The second is the firing pin safety, a solid, hardened-steel pin that blocks the firing pin channel unless the trigger is actuated. Lastly, the drop safety is only released when the trigger is pulled back. This trio of the trigger, firing pin and drop safeties of the Glock \u201cSafe Action\u201d make sure that any Glock can be carried fully loaded but will not discharge unless the trigger is purposefully depressed. The real benefit is that the officer or civilian shooter does not have to lose situational awareness when presenting their pistol for an engagement\u2014they don\u2019t have to chamber a round or address external safeties when faced with a deadly threat. Likewise, a competitive shooter does not have to waste extra milliseconds adjusting a lever during a timed match, all the while still carrying a very safe pistol.\n\nSince the groundbreaking Glock 17, additional calibers, sizes, rails and frame textures have been introduced, culminating with the revolutionary Gen4 series of Glock pistols. The Gen4 now has standard full-size models with large magazine capacities and includes compact and subcompact frames featuring the uniquely textured RTF grips. The texturing increases the overall surface area of the grip so it is not slippery in wet conditions or when the shooter is sweaty. Positive control of your weapon is not only important for accuracy, but if there is a struggle, it helps to make sure that the right person ends up with the pistol\u2014not the bad guy.\n\nThe Glock Gen4 Safe Action pistol is based on a reduced short frame, but now the shooter, using optional and detachable backstraps, can modify it for a custom fit. Each Gen4 comes with two backstraps (sizes medium and large) to adjust the distance from the palm to the trigger. The medium backstrap provides for a trigger length that is the same as previous Glocks, while the large backstrap provides for a total 4mm (0.16-inch) increase in trigger distance. The angle of the grip to the barrel is maintained with or without the backstraps attached to ensure complete retention of training and muscle memory. The backstraps are molded to blend with the frame, and they are secured by a sturdy but easy-to-remove pin through the grip.\n\nEach Gen4 Glock is equipped with a reversible magazine catch, changeable in seconds to accommodate either left- or right-handed shooters. Gen4 pistols also have a dual recoil spring assembly, replacing the older single recoil spring. The dual recoil spring assembly and the ability to fit a wide variety of officers using the provided backstraps have made training a diverse population of shooters much easier.\n\nOfficer Steve Toribio of the Oakland Police Department prefers the Gen4 Glock, and bought his own as an off-duty weapon, because \u201cI am accurate with the Glock, and the rough finish on the Gen4 makes the pistol secure in my hand. The backstrap system fits all the different sizes of officers in my department.\u201d\n\nGen4 Goes Small<\/strong>\n\nGlock has expanded their Gen4 line to include compact and subcompact designs for operators, citizens and law enforcement personnel who wanted smaller versions of their duty or match pistols. With the excellent compact and subcompact Glocks, shooters can have interchangeable ammunition and magazines for their sidearm and backup pistols. That means the magazines for full-size Glocks can also feed their same-caliber compact or subcompact backup in a situation when a primary sidearm is disabled and the shooter needs to stay in the fight. The powerful compact and subcompact Glock 19 and Glock 26 in 9mm, Glock 23 and Glock 27 in .40 S&W, Glock 30 in .45 ACP, the 10mm Glock 29, the Glock 32 and Glock 33 chambered in .357 SIG, the Glock 38 and Glock 39 in .45 G.A.P., and the Glock 25 and Glock 28 in .380 ACP (currently LE only) are all excellent firearms that have and will save lives.\n\nConcealed carry allows citizens to respond to threats\u2014actual violence that we have seen inflicted on defenseless Americans with no warning, wantonly killing and wounding scores of helpless people before law enforcement can respond. The superb Glock family of concealable pistols has sufficient power to stop unlawful acts of violence quickly and effectively. Glocks protect the user and their community they live in. For more information, visit glock.com<\/a> or call 770-432-1202.","post_title":"Pocket Glocks","post_excerpt":" Indestructible backups that are big on safety but small in size!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"pocket-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:21:48","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/11\/10\/pocket-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121258,"post_author":"249","post_date":"2012-01-01 16:33:35","post_date_gmt":"2012-01-01 21:33:35","post_content":"\n\nGLOCK is the most popular law enforcement pistol in the United States. Interestingly, there are regional trends to be seen if you look carefully for them. Not huge lines of demarcation, mind you, but subtle indications that certain models are more popular in certain parts of the country.\n\n9x19 Enthusiasts<\/strong>\n\nThe GLOCK 17 9x19 recently celebrated its 25th anniversary in the United States. Departments all over the country use it, and it\u2019s hugely popular among the shooting public nationwide. The Glock 17 is the standard-issue pistol for the Indiana State Police, and is optional (the other choice being the .40-caliber Glock 22) for the Louisiana State Police. The GLOCK 17 is also the standard-issue pistol for graduates of the city of Chicago\u2019s Police Academy, though after their first probationary year is complete, they can purchase their own GLOCKs in .40 or .45 Auto for duty use if they choose.\n\nThe New York City Police Department is the largest user of 9x19 GLOCKs. The GLOCK 19 is, by far, the most popular of the three makes\/models authorized by the NYPD for uniformed wear. Its design is equally suitable for open wear in a Level II uniform security holster, and for concealed carry by detectives and off-duty personnel. Also authorized for plainclothes wear is the little GLOCK 26 in the same caliber, which will function with longer magazines. Not surprisingly, it is a very popular adjunct gun with NYPD. The issued load for the city is the Speer Gold Dot 124-grain +P bonded hollow point, which has performed remarkably well \u201con the street.\u201d\n\n.357 Shooters<\/strong>\n\nThe bottlenecked .357 round in an auto gives a flat trajectory with high velocity and excellent tactical penetration. Its popularity tends to be very regional. There are enclaves where it is hugely popular\u2014Virginia, for example, and Texas. Two advantages of this cartridge that are often cited by agencies are the ability to pierce intermediate targets and their excellent long-range potential.\n\nNew Mexico state troopers still talk about their member who killed a charging black bear with a single shot from his issued Glock 31. A Tennessee police commander told me of a case where a lawman there dropped a gunman with a single shot from his department-issue GLOCK 31 at a distance of more than 70 yards. Tennessee state troopers have long been issued the Glock 31 and appreciate its attributes when they are alone in dangerous situations that might involve long ranges in mountain hollows, or felons barricaded in automobiles. The compact Glock 32 and subcompact Glock 33 in this caliber add to the versatility of a GLOCK chambered for .357.\n\n.45 Auto All-Stars<\/strong>\n\nThe \u201call-American\u201d .45 Auto cartridge is very popular in the GLOCK line. The state police of Arkansas, Idaho and Kansas issue the GLOCK 21. San Bernardino County, the largest county in the lower 48 states, issues the GLOCK 21 for uniformed patrol deputies and the compact GLOCK 30 for detectives and supervisors. To cover all bases, the SBSD will issue a GLOCK 17 in 9x19 for deputies who prefer its smaller grip girth or its milder recoil.\n\n.40 Forces<\/strong>\n\nIn law enforcement, the .40 is by far the most popular American police service pistol cartridge, and the GLOCK is the most popular police .40.\n\nThe FBI, DEA, U.S. Marshal Service and several other federal law enforcement agencies issue GLOCKs in this caliber. The GLOCK 22 is standard issue for lawmen in frigid climates such as Fairbanks, Alaska, and the Alaska State Troopers. It will also be found among officers in the hottest areas: the Glock 22 is standard issue for the Phoenix, Arizona, and the Miami, Florida, police departments.\n\nPolice departments have long had to consider the confidence factors of their personnel, some of whom were inclined toward 9x19s for their high capacity, and some toward the .45 Auto for its perceived greater \u201cstopping power.\u201d The .40 cartridge is big enough to satisfy the perceived needs of the large-caliber advocates, while the GLOCK 22\u2019s 15+1 payload of .40-caliber cartridges delivers an onboard round-count that was available only in 9x19 pistols before the coming of the GLOCK.\n\nThe compact Glock 23 in .40 caliber is standard issue for some departments, such as Boston PD, for the same reason the identical-size Glock 19 in 9x19 was chosen by the NYPD: it\u2019s a size equally suitable for open wear in a uniformed holster and concealed carry. The \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK version, the GLOCK 27 .40-caliber, is hugely popular for plainclothes wear among police and private citizens with CCW permits alike.\n\nThough the 9x19 seems to be the most popular GLOCK caliber in the civilian sector, a great many .40-caliber GLOCKs are also bought by citizens. Like cops, they appreciate a caliber that gives them a middle ground between 9x19 and .45 Auto in terms of power balanced with cartridge capacity.\n\n.45 G.A.P. Gunners<\/strong>\n\nThe fifth and most recent GLOCK chambering available in the U.S. is a true 21st century cartridge, the .45 G.A.P. This round has established a definite regional preference aspect: it is seen primarily among Eastern seaboard police departments. New York State Police were the first to adopt it and have proclaimed themselves totally satisfied since. The Pennsylvania State Police now issue it and, in the Southeast, you\u2019ll find three contiguous states whose troopers all wear the GLOCK 37 .45 G.A.P.: South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. All report satisfaction with the round. Georgia issues each sworn member of the State Patrol a seven-shot \u201cBaby\u201d GLOCK 39. Florida Highway Patrolmen are buying the compact-size GLOCK 38 for off-duty wear in droves.\n\nThe .45 G.A.P. was created in a joint venture between GLOCK and Speer expressly to put .45 Auto ballistics into a shorter round that would fit into the smaller girth of the standard-size GLOCK frame without requiring the larger frame of the GLOCK 21 series. The .45 G.A.P. concept proved to be very successful in this regard.\n\nAre GLOCK preferences regional? To some extent yes, to some extent no. The .40-caliber GLOCKs in particular seem universally popular. \u201cRegionality\u201d is seen to some extent with the .357 and .45 G.A.P. versions, at least among police. In any case, the question seems academic. Individual need and preference will trump local trends. That\u2019s why GLOCK offers its range of sizes and calibers.","post_title":"Glock All Over","post_excerpt":"All around America, civilians and law enforcement know just the GLOCK they need!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"glock-all-over","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:29","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2012\/01\/01\/glock-all-over\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121278,"post_author":"270","post_date":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-08 12:34:27","post_content":"\n\nEvolution generally does not come full circle, but in the case of the new Gen4 models, we are back to the beginning; a polymer framed, high-capacity semi-auto, just like the original GLOCK introduced over a quarter of a century ago, only the Gen4 is an entirely new take on Gaston Glock\u2019s benchmark 9x19 semi-auto pistol. It is evolution at its finest.\n\nWhat the new Gen4 line brings to the table is not change for the sake of change, but change that has taken many years to achieve. The Gen4 series semi-autos are better-handling, better-engineered and more versatile guns than the original; the differences, although subtle, are both distinctive in appearance and in function.\n\nBack to the Source<\/strong>\n\nIntroduced to the U.S. market in 1985, (the gun was developed in 1982 and named for inventor Gaston Glock\u2019s 17th GLOCK manufactured product), the GLOCK 17 and later compact GLOCK 19 9x19 semi-autos have become internationally revered as benchmarks in the evolution of firearm\u2019s design. In 2009, American Rifleman voted the GLOCK 17 as the No. 3 gun of all time. Not just for the 20th century but in the entire history of firearms! Pretty lofty praise and a tough act to follow, which GLOCK has done quite successfully over the years with a variety of models based on the original 9x19 and chambered for cartridges ranging from 10mm Auto, .40, .357, .380 Auto, .45 Auto and the manufacturer\u2019s proprietary .45 G.A.P. Almost three decades after the G17 was introduced, there are now GLOCK models in virtually every chambering and frame size from .380 Auto subcompacts to the hefty 13-round Glock 21 in .45 Auto, and Gen4 models in 10 variations chambered for 9x19, .40, .357, and .45 G.A.P.\n\nOver the years, the GLOCK 9x19 and .40 variants (Glock 22 and Glock 23) have become the preferred service pistols of law enforcement agencies the world over, guns that have been put to the test and survived abuses most of us will likely never encounter; but, in the real world guns do get dropped, driven over by cars, covered in mud, buried in snow and ice, soaked by torrential downpours and submerged in water. This is the world in which GLOCK semi-autos have evolved.\n\nAfter a quarter century in the U.S. market, the Austrian armsmaker really had little to prove, so why the Gen4? There have been numerous modifications to the gun since the early 1990s but nothing that has dramatically altered its appearance or operational characteristics; that is, until now.\n\nEvolutionary Road<\/strong>\n\nWith a magazine capacity of 17 rounds, plus one in the chamber, the G17 set its own benchmark the day it was introduced in Europe in 1982. Glock Ges.m.b.H. already had a background in synthetic materials when the company developed its first injection-molded polymer frame semi-auto for the Austrian armed forces. The advantages were immediately obvious: lighter weight and significantly reduced susceptibility to corrosion, water damage, the effects of severe temperatures and damage from impact, not to mention lower manufacturing costs (a GLOCK is still one of the most affordable high-quality semi-autos on the market). The original G17 also introduced the \u201cSafe Action\u201d design with a toggle safety projecting through the face of the trigger, thus making the gun safe through three separate safety mechanisms activated the instant the trigger was released.\n\nWhen it came to looks, the G17 also had innovative \u201cfeatures\u201d which included a squared-off slide giving the gun a very military bearing (which was intentional, as at the time of its development the company was vying for acceptance as the new sidearm of the Austrian Armed Forces). The G17 (designated the Pistole 80 or P80) has remained that nation\u2019s military sidearm since 1982, when it replaced the venerable Walther P38.\n\nThere were numerous technical advantages to the GLOCK\u2019s hard-edged, squared-off slide, not the least of which was durability. It also made it easier to cycle the action in an emergency by pushing the front of the slide against an angled surface like the edge of a table, or even the heel of your shoe. As has been proven in the field, the leading edge can also be used to rough sight the gun on target if the front sight has been damaged or broken off. These are all features that have become de rigueur within the GLOCK line.\n\nThe first notable change to the GLOCK came in 1991 when a new, integrated recoil spring assembly replaced the original two-piece recoil spring and tube design then in use. Slight modifications were also made to the GLOCK magazine design by changing the floor plate and fitting the follower spring with a resistance insert at its base. A second alteration came in the 1990s with the addition of checkering on the front strap and serrations to the backstrap. This constituted the so-called second generation.\n\nThe most notable revisions to the gun came in the late 1990s with a third variation incorporating an integral-with-the-frame accessory rail to allow the mounting of laser sights, tactical flashlights or combinations of both. Thumb rests on both sides of the frame and finger grooves on the front strap were also introduced to provide a short term fix for the issues with gripping the gun. A still later production modification resulted in an improved extractor that now served as a loaded chamber indicator with a tactile squared metal edge protruding slightly outward from the rear of the ejector port. This can both be seen and more importantly felt in situations which may demand an immediate knowledge of the gun\u2019s condition. The locking block was also enlarged, along with the addition of an extra cross pin to aid the distribution of forces exerted by the locking block.\n\n\n\nGetting a Grip<\/strong>\n\nIt is likely that no one outside of GLOCK had even thought about an improved gripping surface for the guns (although the grip size and shape on larger caliber models had been an issue in the past for shooters with smaller hands) but when the RTF2 model (Rough Textured Frame) was introduced with the Glock 22 .40 version in 2009, a lot of eyebrows were raised. Less than a year later, there were four models including the Glock 17. In 2010, a variation of the Rough Textured Frame (RTF) design was incorporated into the new Gen4 models. Replacing the pointy (RTF2) cubids, the new RTF finish uses tactile squares that provide a smoother gripping surface.\n\nWith the Gen4 the company addressed one of the biggest complaints with the GLOCK: grip size. While not a big gun, the Glock 17 9x19 and Glock 22 .40 were not sized for everyone. Chambered in the most popular calibers for law enforcement, the Glock 22 Gen4 was the first model to offer GLOCK\u2019s new MBS (multiple back strap) frame with a reduced short frame trigger mechanism housing to accommodate a greater variety of hand sizes. For 2011, the Gen4 line has been expanded to include the Glock 19 Compact (9x19), Glock 23 Compact (.40), Glock 26 Subcompact (9x19), Glock 27 Subcompact (.40), Standard size Glock 31 (.357), Glock 34 (9x19), Glock 35 (.40) and Glock 37 (.45 G.A.P.). The standard grip, which is slightly smaller than the previous models, can be covered over by one of two different panels, medium and large, that attach at the base of the magazine well and are locked into position by pressing an extended trigger housing pin through openings in the grip panel and frame. A special tool is provided for removing and inserting the pin. Unlike other interchangeable backstrap designs that only increase the center mass of the grips, GLOCK\u2019s full-length panels lengthen the backstrap from the base of the magazine well to the top of the frame curvature ensuring that grip angle remains constant regardless of panel size.\n\nWith the Subcompact Glock 26 9x19 and Glock 27 .40 models having become established law enforcement backup guns, the availability of interchangeable backstraps will no doubt propel these two new Gen4 models to the forefront as the backup gun of choice for both police and CCW use.\n\nI found the large backstrap greatly improved my grip on the Glock 17. While I don\u2019t have long fingers I do have a large palm and the broader curve of the larger backstrap filled the palm swell perfectly. The medium would certainly work for the majority of men and many women and the standard backstrap pretty much covers those with smaller hands, or if environmental conditions require, the wearing of heavy leather or insulated gloves.\n\nWhile the aesthetics of the Gen4 certainly add to the gun\u2019s serviceability, GLOCK had one more evolutionary change to make: the recoil system. Originally designed as a military sidearm, where the greatest variety of end users and training was to be expected, the original Glock 17 and all subsequent variations had one inherent problem; being a lighter weight gun it was prone to more aggressive recoil. GLOCK had addressed this in various ways over the years with longer barrels (original Glock 17L) and compensated models (initially with the Glock 17C), but the fundamental issues still remained.\n\nWith the Gen4, GLOCK has taken a fresh approach utilizing a new double recoil spring and guide rod. The primary recoil spring goes over the guide rod as before, only this is a heavier, more tightly wound round spring, as opposed to the flat spring that preceded it. This assembly is then shrouded by an alloy case around which is wound an even larger secondary recoil spring. The combination, though a bit more demanding when cycling the slide to chamber the first round, significantly reduces muzzle flip, providing the ability to reacquire the sights for faster follow-up shots. In comparison to the previous Glock 17, firing the Gen4 feels closer to that of a .38 Special than a 9x19. GLOCK chose to initially debut all of these improvements on the Glock 22 Gen4 .40, which was followed by the much-anticipated Glock 17 in 2010.\n\nWith the addition of standard, compact and subcompact Gen4s in 9x19, .40, .357 and .45 G.A.P., there are now a greater number of models to accommodate the needs of a greater number of people. That is evolution in its purest form.","post_title":"THE NEW GLOCKS: Evolution of the New Gen4 Series","post_excerpt":"Always Dependable, Always Revolutionary!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:34","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/08\/the-new-glocks-evolution-of-the-new-gen4-series\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":121310,"post_author":"351","post_date":"2011-01-01 17:22:35","post_date_gmt":"2011-01-01 22:22:35","post_content":"\n\nCampus police officers are no different than rural, municipal, state and federal policing, they overwhelmingly choose GLOCK! They are reliable, the design and modes of operation are simple, they\u2019re accurate and adaptable to various missions. While not all \u201cBig Campus\u201d P.D.s issue GLOCK as their duty weapon, it is widely a personal choice for individual purchase on duty where authorized and just as important, for off-duty use.\n\nUniversity of Illinois Police Department<\/strong>\nThe University of Illinois Police Department (UIPD) issued duty weapon is the GLOCK 22 .40. According to Sgt. Tim Harper, it has been the choice of their agency since the mid-1990s. Officers may, carry personal GLOCK models for duty use in most of the other currently popular duty calibers\u20149x19, .357, .40, .45Auto and even the very powerful and versatile 10mm Auto. They are one of the few agencies that authorize this outstanding, yet often overlooked, cartridge. The GLOCK 27 is popular and standard as a personally purchased backup and off-duty weapon. UIPD provides all the duty ammo regardless of chambering for on- and off-duty use, with the Speer Gold Dot 165-gr. hollowpoint being standard for the .40. The 66 officers UIPD fields K-9, motorcycle, bicycle (a campus policing standard) and even EOD units and furnishes officers for the area\u2019s Metro SWAT team\u2014making the GLOCK-armed UIPD.\n\nIndiana University\u2014Indianapolis Campus<\/strong>\nThe Indiana University uses the .40 GLOCK series in a big way. According to Lt. Figg of the Indiana University Police Department (IUPD), their agency issues the full-size GLOCK 22 and mid-size GLOCK 23 (officers\u2019 choice) for uniform duty carry. They issue the mini GLOCK 27 for their plainclothes and administrative officers who choose to carry them over the GLOCK 23. All three models are authorized for off-duty carry, but if the officer is in a uniform assignment, they must purchase their own GLOCK 27 if they choose to have the most convenient carry size available for backup or off-duty purposes. The GLOCK 27, although small, has proven to be remarkably accurate for a pistol of its size. Their duty load is the popular .40 165-gr. Speer Gold Dot hollowpoint. The IUPD, like all modern campus police, trains regularly to deal with major incidents such as responding to active shooters and incorporated an active shooter program as part of their training regimen.\n\nUniversity of Michigan Campus Police<\/strong>\nThe University of Michigan Campus Police Department (UMCPD) is one of the few agencies where the GLOCK is not the standard duty weapon. However, all models and chamberings of GLOCK are permitted for personal purchase and carry while off-duty. They, like all other agencies surveyed, are a full-service department. Sgt. Gerry Steiner relayed that U of M Campus Police have an Advance Quick Unit Action Deployment (AQUAD) team of 13, which is their SWAT team.\u00a0Two AQUAD members are on the countywide SWAT team.\u00a0They have two Belgian Malinois K-9s trained in explosive detection, tracking, article find and protection.\n\nUniversity of Minnesota Police Department<\/strong>\nFormer firearms program instructor Sgt. Erik Stenemann and current firearms staff instructor Sgt. James Nystrom advised that the University of Minnesota Police Department (UMPD) has a long history of GLOCK use. Starting out many years ago with the original GLOCK 17 9x19, their agency has since upgraded to the GLOCK 22 .40 as their duty-issue standard weapon, while allowing the personal purchase and carry of the GLOCK 23 for uniform use and the mini GLOCK 27 for plainclothes carry. Their current duty load is Federal\u2019s Tactical 165-gr. JHP round for all model GLOCKs. The GLOCK 27 is their most popular off-duty and backup weapon.\n\nOfficers must purchase their own duty holster of choice from their uniform allowance. Level II holsters are the minimum level required, with the Blackhawk Level II and III Serpa holster being the most popular choice. Both sergeants believe that officers should select a draw type and style that they are the most comfortable with, which is why they allow this wide range of options. While the U of M Police don\u2019t field their own SWAT team, they do contribute two officers to the East Metro Tactical Team. Their agency no longer issues shotguns for use in their cruisers, citing well-researched ballistic concerns about the use of shotgun rounds in the close confines of a college campus. Their agency does maintain an active K-9 unit, which assists in patrol and crowd control functions.\n\nOhio State University Division of Police<\/strong>\nThe Ohio State University Police Division is heavily invested in the GLOCK weapons system. The standard issue weapons for all officers are GLOCK 17 9x19 and the 19, with assignment based on duties\u2014uniform versus plainclothes. The 9x19 round has been the standard since the Division adopted the semi-automatic pistol for duty use (the first in Ohio) in 1971. While the 9x19 GLOCK is the standard-issue weapon, the University Police Division policy allows each of their officers to carry the GLOCK pistol\/chambering combination they feel most comfortable with and many have opted to purchase their own GLOCKS in permitted chamberings and frame sizes. Most officers have opted for the Glock 26 or Glock 27 as the ideal option for off-duty carry or back up.\n\nAll the GLOCKs are loaded with various weights of Speer Gold Dot ammo. The department-issue GLOCK 17s and Glock G19s are loaded with124 gr. +P Gold Dot rounds. The University Division of Police is armed with M4-Carbines and 870 shotguns for patrol use. They also have a fully equipped SWAT team of their own.\n\nNorthwestern University Campus Police<\/strong>\nNorthwestern University Campus Police have a unique situation among other Big Ten Conference Schools; they have a list (albeit a short one) of approved duty weapons that officers must purchase on their own, with GLOCK topping. Fully 55% of their officers have chosen to purchase GLOCKs in either 9x19, .40 or .45 Auto for duty use and 51% selecting them for off-duty use. No matter what the chambering, the Speer Gold Dot round, in the appropriate weight, is the required duty and off-duty load. Sgt. Robert Wiley reports that the GLOCK is the majority favorite purchase of new officers coming on the P.D. due to the fact that GLOCKs are easy to work with and reliable\u2014in his words, \u201cjust pull the trigger and they go bang.\u201d Officers are required to purchase the duty holster of their choice, as long as it is a Level II. Northwestern does not field a SWAT team or contribute officers to a Metro unit, each of their cruisers are equipped with M-4s, ballistic helmets and shields and breaching tools, all of which are designed to deal with a Virginia Tech type active shooter situation\u2014essentially making every officer SWAT-capable in emergencies.\n\nPenn State University Police Department<\/strong>\nPenn State University Police Department (PSUPD) issues the GLOCK 22 .40 for uniform carry, and the GLOCK 27 .40 for plainclothes and administrative personnel. Captain Bill Moerschbacher indicated that the agency is fully committed to the GLOCK line, which in various chamberings is also a popular off-duty choice. PSUPD\u2019 firearms instructors are seeking approval for carrying weapons lights for their uniformed personnel. Laser sighting systems are being considered. Both weapon lights and lasers are currently authorized for their tactical team members.The 49-member agency is well equipped and trains for active shooter encounters backing up their Glock 22s with 870s and AR-15s in all cruisers. Their GLOCK duty load is the .40 180 gr. Federal Tactical hollowpoint load.\n\nUniversity of Wisconsin Police Department<\/strong>\nSgt. Aaron Chapin reported that University of Wisconsin Police Department (UWPD) issues the standard-size (and original) GLOCK 17, compact-size Glock 19 and the Glock 26, which is of course limited to plainclothes personnel. The chosen duty load is the hot Winchester Ranger 9mm +P+ round, and GLOCKs are carried in Safariland or Michaels of Oregon Level III security holsters. As the agency allows the use of tactical lights (which is not a common situation, but becoming a more popular option with all departments these days) for all duty personnel, their officers, who must also purchase their duty lights, are permitted to drop down to personally purchased security Level II holsters to accommodate their duty weapons with lights mounted. Lasers are not currently authorized. An accredited agency, the University of Wisconsin also has on staff six certified GLOCK armorers for their agency (required to maintain their national CALEA accreditation, no matter what the duty pistol is), who make sure that the recommended annual GLOCK armorer\u2019s inspection is conducted and documented properly.\n\nUniversity of Georgia Police Department<\/strong>\nA campus population of 45,000 at any given point during the day or week demands a full service-plus police department, and U.G.A.P.D. delivers just that. Its officers in all of its divisions are all GLOCK equipped, and quite capable considering that their GLOCK of choice for issue is the GLOCK 22 .40, stoked with the fine 180 gr. Federal HST JHP round. Their GLOCKS are backed up by Remington 870 pump shotguns and a mixture of Bushmaster and Colt AR15\u2019s in their cruisers. While all the troops are issued the Glock 22, plainclothes officers are additionally issued the mini GLOCK 27, also in .40 for their specialized duties. All off-duty carry is left to the discretion of their individual officers. According to Captain Justin Gregory of the UGA Police Department, I found that their 80 sworn officers work a variety of additional assignments besides patrol and investigations. The U.G.A.P.D. also fields a K9 unit, a SWAT Team, an E.O.D. Bomb Disposal Team, Traffic Divisions, Computer Forensics Unit, Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hostage Negotiators and a standard Forensics Investigation Unit. All police departments should be so lucky as to have these specialized units at their disposal-and since they don\u2019t, the U.G.A.P.D. provides these services to other north Georgia law enforcement agencies as a shared resource. According to Captain Gregory at the time of this writing, the majority of cases in the hopper in the computer forensics unit are from outside the university. The University of Georgia campus, and its outstanding full service police department, provide an outstanding resource for all the residents of north Georgia and to the agencies and officers who protect and serve them. They appear to have all the bases covered.","post_title":"College Cop Glocks","post_excerpt":"Campus police recognize the superiority of the GLOCKs design!","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"college-cop-glocks","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 13:22:44","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2011\/01\/01\/college-cop-glocks\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":3},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};
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