G26 or G36

BigJerm80 · November 6th, 2009, 09:12 AM

So one of these will be my one and only firearm for the the next year or so but I can't decide which one. I like both calibers but I have to think about cost and availbility. Around my way there isnt much price difference between the .45 and 9mm. This pistol will be used for carry and home protection. I will also be teaching my fiancé to shoot as well.
Please fellow members help me make a choice!
Thanks in advance!

ASSA9 · November 6th, 2009, 09:42 AM

I've owned both and still have the G26 so that says something right there.
First , they are not in the same class, the G36 is a compact and the G26 in a sub compact.
The G26 will be easier to conceal carry.
The G26 also kicks less and would be better to teach a new shooter with
IMO

UpOn2Wheels · November 6th, 2009, 09:58 AM

I have both and carry my G36 A LOT more than the G26. There is no significant difference in size between the two, so don't let that influence you.

For me, the G36 is an easier gun to shoot than the G26. Less muzzle flip, easier to bring back on target, etc. There isn't a noticeable difference in weight between the two, either.

I have +1 grip extensions on the mags for the G26, so it's a little harder to conceal than a standard G26. The mag extensions give you a better grip, so in my eyes it's worth the trade off.

I carry the G36 in a High Noon Public Secret IWB holster, and the G26 in a High Noon Down Under IWB holster. Both work well for my body shape and mode of dress.

It really comes down to this; do you want the stopping power of a .45 with less rounds, or do you prefer a little less stopping power and more rounds. If I had to choose between the two, I'd keep the G36.

zacii · November 6th, 2009, 10:00 AM

I think either would be great. Buy the one that gives you the better deal, financially. One little plug for the G26; you can use higher capacity G17 mags in it.

Rollo · November 6th, 2009, 10:29 AM

Personally I would go with the 26 because you can use the high cap mags. While 6 rounds of .45 is great I personally would want more rounds then that if faced with more then one attacker either on the street or in my home.

orangevol · November 6th, 2009, 10:33 AM

Why not compromise and get the G 27? The .40 is the happy medium between the 9mm and .45, and right now .40 ammo is plentiful. I can shoot my 27 as accurately as my full size Glock 22.

One more to consider since you are limited to one gun, how about the G 23? Concealable, yet comfortable at the range.

RoadRunner71 · November 6th, 2009, 10:55 AM

For carry and for teaching? I would not use either one. I would go with a G19.

Of the two choices - I like my G36 for it's thin profile and superb pointing (for me anyway).

Just my $.02. Hope it helps.

Good luck.

gottabkiddin · November 6th, 2009, 11:53 AM

+1 for the G36, not much difference in the conceal-ability of either one, but the authority of the .45 caliber is worth the reduction in capacity, at least for me it is.... Good luck.

GBK

TX-JB · November 6th, 2009, 02:08 PM

I would say without a doubt, a G36...until you add the teaching the new shooter part...The 26 would be easier to teach a new shooter, especially if she has small hands...I would also consider the G19, the slightly longer grip and barrel would make things easier for a newer shooter...

First Sgt · November 6th, 2009, 02:54 PM

G26 or G19...

November 6th, 2009, 09:12 AM	#1
BigJerm80 Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Kalamazoo, MI Posts: 77	G26 or G36 So one of these will be my one and only firearm for the the next year or so but I can't decide which one. I like both calibers but I have to think about cost and availbility. Around my way there isnt much price difference between the .45 and 9mm. This pistol will be used for carry and home protection. I will also be teaching my fiancé to shoot as well. Please fellow members help me make a choice! Thanks in advance!

November 6th, 2009, 09:42 AM	#2
ASSA9 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: NC. Posts: 598	I've owned both and still have the G26 so that says something right there. First , they are not in the same class, the G36 is a compact and the G26 in a sub compact. The G26 will be easier to conceal carry. The G26 also kicks less and would be better to teach a new shooter with IMO __________________ Ronald Reagan "Before I refuse to take your questions, I have an opening statement." "When you can't make them see the light, make them feel the heat."

November 6th, 2009, 10:00 AM	#4
zacii Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: arizona Posts: 317	I think either would be great. Buy the one that gives you the better deal, financially. One little plug for the G26; you can use higher capacity G17 mags in it. __________________ Trust in God and keep your powder dry Superduper Snubbie Thread Why 1911?

November 6th, 2009, 10:29 AM	#5
Rollo Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Indiana Posts: 230	Personally I would go with the 26 because you can use the high cap mags. While 6 rounds of .45 is great I personally would want more rounds then that if faced with more then one attacker either on the street or in my home. __________________ I'm a liberal, not a sissy.

November 6th, 2009, 10:33 AM	#6
orangevol Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Southwest, TN Posts: 565	Why not compromise and get the G 27? The .40 is the happy medium between the 9mm and .45, and right now .40 ammo is plentiful. I can shoot my 27 as accurately as my full size Glock 22. One more to consider since you are limited to one gun, how about the G 23? Concealable, yet comfortable at the range. __________________ Proud NRA member

November 6th, 2009, 09:58 AM	#3
UpOn2Wheels Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 103	I have both and carry my G36 A LOT more than the G26. There is no significant difference in size between the two, so don't let that influence you. For me, the G36 is an easier gun to shoot than the G26. Less muzzle flip, easier to bring back on target, etc. There isn't a noticeable difference in weight between the two, either. I have +1 grip extensions on the mags for the G26, so it's a little harder to conceal than a standard G26. The mag extensions give you a better grip, so in my eyes it's worth the trade off. I carry the G36 in a High Noon Public Secret IWB holster, and the G26 in a High Noon Down Under IWB holster. Both work well for my body shape and mode of dress. It really comes down to this; do you want the stopping power of a .45 with less rounds, or do you prefer a little less stopping power and more rounds. If I had to choose between the two, I'd keep the G36.

November 6th, 2009, 10:55 AM	#7
RoadRunner71 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,104	For carry and for teaching? I would not use either one. I would go with a G19. Of the two choices - I like my G36 for it's thin profile and superb pointing (for me anyway). Just my $.02. Hope it helps. Good luck. __________________ "Mind own business" "Always cut cards"

November 6th, 2009, 11:53 AM	#8
gottabkiddin Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Earth, 33°46'18.21"N 84°23'21.87"W Posts: 1,354	+1 for the G36, not much difference in the conceal-ability of either one, but the authority of the .45 caliber is worth the reduction in capacity, at least for me it is.... Good luck. GBK __________________ When seconds count, a Cop is only minutes away. Never hit anyone in anger unless you're sure you can get away with it. "Russell Ziskey" Glock 36, Kahr CW9, Glock 23, Taurus 24 7 Pro DS, Ruger LCP, S&W 642...ect

November 6th, 2009, 02:08 PM	#9
TX-JB VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sugar Land, TX Posts: 3,178	I would say without a doubt, a G36...until you add the teaching the new shooter part...The 26 would be easier to teach a new shooter, especially if she has small hands...I would also consider the G19, the slightly longer grip and barrel would make things easier for a newer shooter... __________________ *"We're in Texas....Things are different here."* *NRA Life Member*

November 6th, 2009, 02:54 PM	#10
First Sgt Distinguished Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Florence, SC Posts: 1,855	G26 or G19... __________________ Sometimes in life you have to stand your ground. It's a hard lesson to learn and even most adults don't get it, but in the end only I can be responsible for my life. If faced with any type of adversity, only I can overcome it. Waiting for someone else to take responsibility is a long fruitless wait.

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