The 5 Reasons You Should Choose a Glock for Your Next Handgun

In 1980, Austrian Gaston Glock, who made blades and knives for the Austrian army, overheard two army colonels speaking of a competition to earn a contract for the next army handgun. Glock had no experience with making handguns and had only served in WWII for a couple of days. This lack of knowledge gave him no preconceived notions of what a handgun should be. He bought competitors’ handguns, studied them, and asked firearms specialists what they would want in a gun. 

Glock 27 Gen 4

Two years later, the result was the Glock 17, which handily swept the competition, earning the defense contract, and the rest is history. If you are looking for a handgun, Gaston Glock’s creations might be for you. Here are some of the benefits of choosing a Glock.

Simple to Use

Any Glock, from the Glock 17 Gen 1 to the Glock 21 Gen 4 or Glock 19 Gen 5, is easy to use. The main safety is in the trigger. It is fairly easy to take apart. The mag release is easy to hit, and it’s hard to mistake the slide release. Overall, they are simple to use by those new to firearms and enthusiasts alike. Every model of Glock works like every other model of Glock; if you know one, you know them all.

Reliability

When Gaston Glock created the first Glock 17, his main goal was to create a reliable handgun. When you pull the trigger, it should shoot. Glocks are well-known for their ability to run, whether they are dirty or oiled and clean. During the original competition, 20 jams were allowed in 10,000 shots. There was only a single malfunction from the Glock.

Accuracy

Glocks are also known for being accurate out of the box. There may be a breaking-in period where you get used to shooting it, but Glocks are prized for their accuracy even then. They are easy to aim and, thanks to reliability, are easy to learn how to shoot. With the proper technique, you will be ready for a competition in no time.

Aftermarket Parts

While Glock’s tagline is “Perfection,” you can get plenty of aftermarket parts to change your Glock. From triggers to larger slide releases to entirely new slides, there are plenty of modifications to choose from.

The Number of Model Options

With more than 50 models, there is a Glock for everyone. From size to caliber, whether you are going to a competition or just to the range, there is a Glock for you. Do you want a concealable, subcompact Glock chambered in 40 S&W? You want a Glock 27 Gen 4. Standard size in 45 automatic? That is a Glock 21. Slightly smaller than standard in 9mm? Glock 19.

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