Is there something wrong with the Glock 26?

[Southpaw]

It's just getting it back out in a hurry that would present a problem.

My first concern would be in removing my daughter from the scene (i am almost always with her) and primarily staying out of a situation that would require the extra time gained by traditional carry.
I lead a rather pedestrian life these days so it works for me. And even with traditional carry, if you don't have good situational awareness, it's probably not going to matter how many fractions of a second you shave off your draw.

I don't know how you people pocket carry these things. Pocket carrying anything larger than the Kahr CM9 I had felt like I was carrying a brick.

Cargo shorts or pants. I will admit It's a bit bulky in jeans for me.

 

[SQLGeek]

In the cargo pocket or the front pocket? I've tried even loose shorts and still felt too big.

 

[Southpaw]

In the cargo pocket or the front pocket? I've tried even loose shorts and still felt too big.

Front pocket. I have a folding knife in that pocket too. Perhaps I had to get use to it, just can't recall. I've been carrying that way ever since my daughter came along so I forget.

 

[topduarte]

It is a Glock, that is what is wrong with it.

 

[SQLGeek]

Aren't you worried about everybody seeing your bulging pocket?

(Yes, at this point I am shooting for another entry in the out of context thread).

 

[Kar98]

My first concern would be in removing my daughter from the scene (i am almost always with her) and primarily staying out of a situation that would require the extra time gained by traditional carry.
I lead a rather pedestrian life these days so it works for me. And even with traditional carry, if you don't have good situational awareness, it's probably not going to matter how many fractions of a second you shave off your draw.

Blah blah blah many words... I meant seriously, I can draw, point, shoot the Micro 9 from my pocket in one smooth third of a second motion, and the full-sized P99 would just tangle, twist and get stuck when trying to pull it out and I'd probably just shoot my dick off, despite the ......oh, so that's why it's called a decocker!
But it does fit in there! (The 99 compact -same size as the G26- has half an inch less on both barrel and grip and is much easier retrieved.)

 

[BuzzinSATX]

That's what so puzzling about it. Why so many for sale?

I think that today, the Glock 26/27 size guns are kind of going out of favor. Not much smaller than a G19, not much more capacity than the Shields and G43’s with mag extensions, and kinda bulky.

If the geometry of the Sig P365 catches on and manufacturers can make flush fit 10 round mags for Shields, XDs, G43, etc, G26 size could become less favorable.

I own a G26. I carry it with the Magpul 12 round mags and it’s a great little shooter. I typically carry it when I’m on a road trip and have a couple G19 magazines for spares in the console. I even carry it at times with the Xgrip sleeve and 15 rd magazine:

But for its size, to me... it’s bulky, and I tend to carry my Shield with the 10 round mag much more often.

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Just my $0.02 you got for free.


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[Wildcat Diva]

It IS a bit bulky. I struggle to conceal it in my corset holster but I make due.

I HAVE considered a Glock 43 and a nicer, slimmer option for CC and maybe this would be a good idea for on body CC.

Not sure I would give up my 26 to shoot at the range though.

 

[BuzzinSATX]

Not sure I would give up my 26 to shoot at the range though.

They do shoot pretty nice for a small gun...




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[deemus]

In the cargo pocket or the front pocket? I've tried even loose shorts and still felt too big.

Is that a Glock 26 in your pocket? Or are you just happy to see me?

 

[Southpaw]

Blah blah blah many words... I meant seriously, I can draw, point, shoot the Micro 9 from my pocket in one smooth third of a second motion, and the full-sized P99 would just tangle, twist and get stuck when trying to pull it out and I'd probably just shoot my dick off, despite the ......oh, so that's why it's called a decocker!
But it does fit in there! (The 99 compact -same size as the G26- has half an inch less on both barrel and grip and is much easier retrieved.)

I agree, stick with what works for you.

 

[easy rider]

I think it's more that kids grow up and get rid of the toys for the real thing.

 

[Kar98]

Is that a Glock 26 in your pocket? Or are you just happy to see me?

 

[Fosty]

Wife has one and I think it's pretty nice.
Haven't fired it a whole lot, but it has been fine when I have.

 

[Fosty]

I think it's more that kids grow up and get rid of the toys for the real thing.

A 1911?

 

[Texasgordo]

Moonpie should buy a G26 so there's one less for sale.

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[seeker_two]

My EDC is a Glock 26, Gen 4. Suits me fine. Shoots fine.

I LOVE the flexibility of being about to put any double stack Glock 9mm mag in it.

I carry a 17 round extra mag.

So, my EDC is easy one gun, extra mag: 28 rounds total.

And the 26 can use the same holsters, too. Makes it easy when I'm carrying my 26 and pack my 17 as a spare/truck gun.

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[Moonpie]

Moonpie should buy a G26 so there's one less for sale.

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[robertc1024]

Y'all are making me think about a different carry gun. Besides, everybody needs options, right?

 

[easy rider]

Moonpie should buy a G26 so there's one less for sale.

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That plastic gun would look a bit out of place in his collection.