The Glock compact vs sub compact size comparison thread

Ram Rod · October 4th, 2008, 03:35 AM

Seems the forum almost demands these pics. Way too many threads revolve around the choice of the compact vs sub-compact Glocks as a choice for carry these days. Here are some pics to help those on the edge decide. The actual difference in the length of the grip with stock magazines is only 3/4" for the G19/26 or G23/27. Virtually no difference if one has the finger groove +1 extension on the subs. Last pic is one that says I love my Glocks.........you can actually see the heart!
G27 on top of G19

By the way....anyone can tell both of these Glocks do not have a loaded chamber just by looking. The triggers are in the rearward position. The way I store all of my unloaded Glocks whether they have a full magazine inserted or not.

WJP9 · October 4th, 2008, 11:32 AM

I think you did everyone a great service by posting these pics. May not solve the internal strife on "Crap...should I buy the 26 or 19..." because they are both pretty awesome in their own right and it's human nature to try and justify our purchases. I guess another couple points that could be considered are 19=slightly more weight due to increased ammo capacity, and length of the barrel if carried IWB or in the pocket. My solution to this debate is always the same....buy them both!!! Thanks for the visual comparison....much needed!

retsupt99 · October 4th, 2008, 11:53 AM

Nice pics...great visual comparisons. I would not make my decision based upon a few more shots, but rather the ease of concealment...I'd stick with my G-26.
I also wouldn't buy the G-26 and add an extension...if that's what I'd want, I might as well just get the G-19...OMO

Good post.

Stay armed...stay safe!

JD · October 4th, 2008, 11:54 AM

KUDOS!

ExactlyMyPoint · October 4th, 2008, 11:59 AM

Ya, those pictures are nice, but I think you should bring them both by personally, with ammo, and let me take them to the range and shoot them. Then add a provision to this bailout debacle so I can purchase 50 of them. But I digress.

I tried the pinkie extender. By doing that, the grip is now the same length...but you have a shorter barrel. Why would someone do that? Sort of defeats the purpose for concealment purposes.

I have both...in several calibers...and have practiced carrying them both. The G26 conceals much better on me (I am a short guy). But you don't know until you do an actual comparison. Thank you MTAC.

October 4th, 2008, 03:35 AM	#1
Ram Rod VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: crawford county, arkansas Posts: 8,808	The Glock compact vs sub compact size comparison thread Seems the forum almost demands these pics. Way too many threads revolve around the choice of the compact vs sub-compact Glocks as a choice for carry these days. Here are some pics to help those on the edge decide. The actual difference in the length of the grip with stock magazines is only 3/4" for the G19/26 or G23/27. Virtually no difference if one has the finger groove +1 extension on the subs. Last pic is one that says I love my Glocks.........you can actually see the heart! G27 on top of G19 By the way....anyone can tell both of these Glocks do not have a loaded chamber just by looking. The triggers are in the rearward position. The way I store all of my unloaded Glocks whether they have a full magazine inserted or not. __________________ RamRod-----sans remords live, eat, breathe, sleep Glock

October 4th, 2008, 11:32 AM	#2
WJP9 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 787	I think you did everyone a great service by posting these pics. May not solve the internal strife on "Crap...should I buy the 26 or 19..." because they are both pretty awesome in their own right and it's human nature to try and justify our purchases. I guess another couple points that could be considered are 19=slightly more weight due to increased ammo capacity, and length of the barrel if carried IWB or in the pocket. My solution to this debate is always the same....buy them both!!! Thanks for the visual comparison....much needed! __________________ -Bill "I don't step aside. I step up." -Vic Mackey, THE SHIELD.

October 4th, 2008, 11:53 AM	#3
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,777	Nice pics...great visual comparisons. I would not make my decision based upon a few more shots, but rather the ease of concealment...I'd stick with my G-26. I also wouldn't buy the G-26 and add an extension...if that's what I'd want, I might as well just get the G-19...OMO Good post. Stay armed...stay safe! __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

October 4th, 2008, 11:54 AM	#4
JD Senior Moderator Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Central Iowa Posts: 11,640	KUDOS! __________________ Some Things Need to be Addressed... Iowa Carry.ORG: Promoting Weapons Carry Reform in Iowa Forum Customs & Courtesies

October 4th, 2008, 11:59 AM	#5
ExactlyMyPoint Distinguished Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 1,914	Ya, those pictures are nice, but I think you should bring them both by personally, with ammo, and let me take them to the range and shoot them. Then add a provision to this bailout debacle so I can purchase 50 of them. But I digress. I tried the pinkie extender. By doing that, the grip is now the same length...but you have a shorter barrel. Why would someone do that? Sort of defeats the purpose for concealment purposes. I have both...in several calibers...and have practiced carrying them both. The G26 conceals much better on me (I am a short guy). But you don't know until you do an actual comparison. Thank you MTAC. __________________ Article II, Section I of the U.S. Constitution: I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.

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