The top of my Glock 30SF looks like the deck of a small aircraft carrier sometimes, but the fat slide soaks up the recoil impulse really well and is reliable.
Really love the G20, G21,G29, & G30 Glocks. They fit my hand perfect. The G19 size grip feels small too me. Besides, the G30 is such a sweet shooter for sure.
First pistol I ever bought was the Glock 36. Its a sweet shooter and easily carried, but after about 500 rounds I have to say the magazines suck and I'd get FTF and jamming issues at the range. All the plus 1 floor plates are useless and cause binding too so don't bother. *Update: Someone on reddit recommended a 19 or 21lb recoil spring to aid with feeding. So I purchased a stainless guide rod with a 20lb recoil spring and its been running great. Looks like this is a common issue
How old is your 36? You may need a new recoil spring. I bought mine used, it's a 2008 year, and the recoil spring was broken. Didn't even shoot it like that so I got a new gen4 spring from glock and never had a jam in stock configuration.
@@scottyscott9300 Grab a 20lb stainless steel guide rod off ebay. It will aid with the feeding better then the lighter factory spring. I've been having no issues now since I swapped it.
The 36 is the only slimline Glock with an overall height between 4.7-4.8 inches tall. I've found in comparison a Glock 26 has a grip too short and a Glock 19 has a grip that's too long. The other slimline Glocks are similar, grips are either too short or too long. The Glock 30 and 29 have similar length grips but are too thick. So that's one of the main reasons I carry a 36. It's a Glock, it's 45 ACP, and it's the right size.
The slimmer width of the single stack isn't worth sacrificing the capacity imo. I can hold, carry and grip the G30sf (it's the version I have) no problem, so it won't make a difference for me carrying a single stack
Nice review, thanks for sharing and thanks for your father's service. I have been carrying a Glock 30S 10+1 with a spare 13 round magazine (daily) for over four years. The only mods are Truglo TFX Pro sights (fiber optics with tritium inserts). I have decided to do a full trigger, slide rails and feed ramp polishing job just to smooth out the overall functioning and make cleaning a little easier.
1.38 vs 1.18 width. Some people will see those numbers and think that's no difference at all. But those tiny differences can mean a lot when you're carrying concealed.
Exactly, remember when a cellphone was an inch thick and was like carrying a brick in your pocket? No wonder people wore baggy jeans back then! Same can be said about carrying a Glock.
@@DreErdna Big? in what dimension? Phone have grown in screen size yet remain thin. It's a subjective description. Back in the early 2000's having a portable electric device that was an inch thick or more was normal. Today that would seem unreasonably thick and "big".
A .45auto loving friend of mine carried a G36 for years, as it’s lighter than his 1911s. We found it will fit some leather G19 holsters back when I owned one of those. I’ve coerced him to join the CZ Dark Side and now he carries a CZ75 compact clone.
Prefer how the G30 feels in the hand, but the G36 is markedly lighter and thinner so feels better to carry. When loaded the G36 is about seven ounces lighter (26.81 vs. 33.69), which is an enormous difference.
I have a Gen 3 30 and I had a Gen 3 36 but I have big hands and I truly could not tell the difference except one ran out of ammo faster. Seriously the difference to me was negligible. The cool thing is my 30 and 19 can share the same holsters. My 30 shoots really well, but my 19 is 5 more rounds so I carry it most of the time. But the main reason to go with the 30 over the 36 is the 30 can use the 21 mags as a back up mag, and more bullets is always better. I was shocked you said you’d chose the 36 over the 30 but opinions vary, and you have your reasons. Thanks for you video it was interesting.
I have a 30S and a current build 36FGR. And I have the flush 9rd mags for the 30S. I changed out both recoil spring asmys with Wolff 21# units and the guns tun great and the recoil is softened
I also bought the G30, because there are after-market conversion barrels (30, 30sf only) to use my 10mm G20 mags with ONLY the barrel swap. Two guns in one!
I noticed that too. I think we *might* be seeing a bit of a return to the .45 love affair. Makes me HAPPY. 😀 (and before somebody jumps on me and says it, YES. I have a 10mm. It's my woods gun. I prefer the characteristics of the .45 for human threats for my personal style).
iv had a g29 for about 10 years. its definitely thick. but with full power 10 mm.its a handfull. i just bought a g30 complete slide. its a brick on your side. i usually carry it for woods protection.its nice to have the 45 option. thanks for comparing these two. cheers
I have the G3 30. It is wide, but I prefer the double stack to allow compatibility with other Glock .45 acp mags. It would be nice to see Glock vision forward with metal mags or some new tech. development so they can have a slimmer profile...Sig has knocked this out of the park, at least for the 9mm market with the P365/P365XL.
I would *almost* agree; I had a .45 shield when I couldn't find a 36. I have a 30S *AND* a 30 as well, but no matter how you slice it, they are chunks, and after my back surgery they were just a bit much to carry. So, the Shield was the perfect size, drop dead accurate, never a flaw whatsoever. Except...I could only get it with that infernally small thumb safety. And I'm a southpaw. Just couldn't work the safety under stress left handed. And carrying with it "off" landed me a couple of times in the "somehow it got knocked on" position. I asked S&W about removing it (yes, I know there are diy ways), and they told me to pound sand. So I grudgingly sold it. Finally found a 36, so far so good. With Wilson Combat Battlesights, its accurate and smooth. So I dunno. I love the 30 and 30S, amazing guns. Better capacity, but...bricks. Choices, choices.
Had the G36 a decade ago. Eventually sold it since none of the other Glock 45 ACP mags were compatible. I summer carry the Glock 30S, best of both worlds. It’s the G36 slide and Frame is G30SF. Dual recoil spring definitely helps with recoil plus have extra G21 mags too.
Used to carry the 21SF for work. Wanted to buy my own 21SF but waited too long and the tyrannical state of VA banned them. Finally bought my own glock in the 30 model. Haven't shot it yet.
Nope, you, me and all VA citIzens are good. Technically there are no high capacity magazine limits in VA. State law overrides local laws. However, the State has allowed some of the most populated local governments’ laws on high capacity magazines/assault weapons (VA definition not mine) to stand. For example, a VA citizen can’t openly carry or conceal carry any loaded semi auto handgun or riffle equipped with a magazine that can hold More than 20 rounds whether it holds 20 rounds or not , or a loaded shot gun that can hold more than 7 rounds in public in these particular counties/cities. More than 20 rounds is VA’s definition of an assault weapon. However, if you have a VA conceal carry permit you can. There are other exceptions as well. So, technically not a HCM ban or limit but one does have to go through the process of getting a VA conceal carry permit to do so. Of course having a concealed carry permit or not one can’t carry inside courts, gov buildings etc. I live in a rural county and a local restriction is we can’t have a loaded riffle or shotgun in a car. CCP or not. Pistol no problem. In 2020 there was a bill to ban assault weapons (again VA’s definition not mine) that would directly/indirectly ban some types of the most popular guns simply by restricting the magazine capacity to no more than 12 rounds. Fortunately it didn’t pass. Even some Democrats in the state legislature voted it down. So go get you that 21SF!
Today, I purchased a slightly used Glock 36. One of my favorite firearms is the Glock 30S and I shoot this pistol very well. I agree with Hammer Striker after only firing 50 rounds today that the Glock 36 is easier to hold due to the smaller grip. I plan to put night sights on the Glock 36 and then place this firearm in my EDC rotation.
I'd love to see a G36 style model in 10mm too!!! Been saying that for years! Maybe Shield Arms can work their magazine sorcery on the G36 magazine and get an extra round or 2 in it. Maybe a Mag Guts type magazine internals conversion would give more capacity too.
I tried both discontinued plus 1 floor plates for the 36 and have always gotten FTE, FTF when at the range. That was also using the +5% extra power mag springs and multiple sessions. The original magazines are very finicky and have their own issues. I want to love the 36 its a great shooter and buttery soft, but after getting about 8 mags and still running into issues I probably shoot it the least. I'll never get rid of him though he looks badass lol
@@mi777ke777 I've only used factory mags, no modifications. In stock configuration I've never had jam in over a 1k rounds. I used to use a Lone Wolf extended ported barrel and that would give me FTF every so often. The ported barrel also worked too well, caused me to hit low. I'm fine with 6+1 as well.
Is there a mechanical difference between the smaller single stack triggers vs the double stack Glocks? (I thought they were all the same (other than being different sizes to fit in each of their models). Oh yeah, and the cruciform, striker safety plunger and trigger housing spring system being different on newer gens).
There are minor differences in the length of the trigger bar and the little FCG group at the back due to the smaller frames. This results in slightly different trigger feels between the double-stack and single-stack guns due to the different geometry.
Absolutely love my G30 ..love the fact that I can also use the 13 round and even 26 round magazine.. no contest in my opinion...but the 36 would make a great back up gun.
Good Vid! Dude...😃 I have earlier examples of the G36 & G30 3rd gen pistols, no rails, & a 3rd gen G30SF w/rail! Love em! Currently, and for some time now, been carrying either the G23 3rd gen or G27 2.5 gen!💪😈🐶
I have a best of all worlds 30 = 30 sf frame, 36 slide, 9 round flush fit mag, 28 lbs wolff spring, aftermarket 45 Super barrel. So I can carry 10 rounds of 45 Super in a nice pocket carry package.
I wish gen 4 was available in CA. I actually liked the frying pan finish lol. And i liked the stippling more and i learned to love the glock finger grooves. I plan to get a 21 sf and 30 sf as well as a 19.
Hyve makes a +1 for the 36. Adds about a 1/2 inch to the grip length but still thin. Commander 1911 size with it. The 30s is a 30 with a 36 slide. Much lighter than the 30. Not to be confused with a 30SF. That is a short grip 30 with the thick heavy slide.
Thank you. They feel the need is covered with the trigger guard options and it would make it bulky, though many other manufacturers have make similar sized guns with rails. More likely just being stubborn.
What is really important is how ell you can shoot one over the other. 6-7 rounds of .45 stops the threat if you hit'em right where it hurts. I was at the outdoor range one day when two guys came along. As they were next to me I observed them shooting at a rapid fire rate. After about 100 rounds they both, after looking at the target, were extremely unhappy with the results. I saw one had a Glock and the other an S&W so I jokingly said to them-why do you not just trade guns and see how you shoot? To all of our surprise they both were quite happy with the results to the point that they traded guns right then and there. Which is why i shot several guns after that before buying the gun I shot best now. I think that is why gun makers have back straps of different sizes for their gun now.
I love my my Gen 4 G30. 10 +1 when I carry along with an extra magazine gives me more confidence. As soon as a situation goes wrong a person can’t change their mind on choice of protection. So if you’re gonna carry… carry full size. As responsible EDC operators we sometimes have to wear longer coats and bigger flannels however you and your loved ones are worth being a little uncomfortable for. Sure it can be uncomfortable sometimes but concealing your most important option to stop a threat is worth it. finding the right holster can be a pain in the ass sometimes but when it comes to your last line of defense, well, that’s something I just wouldn’t compromise on a smaller magazine for. Now, if it comes to grip and not being able to comfortably shoot accurately, then I totally understand the Glock 36.
I have a glock 36 with thousands of rounds through it absolutely no problems the new ones have an improved feed ramp older ones were basically hard ball guns
@@howardkahn4330 I'm not saying I don't carry one but if you look at most incidents there is no time for changing magazine. Best to maximize chances of downing threat in a single mag dump.
Great review and comparison video. I had to watch this one again. Answered a lot of questions I had. But after watching this, I see no benefit to go to a Glock 30 from my 27 (40) or even a 29 (10mm), in the event I want more hitting power. For that matter, with a small pistol of just 6 rounds, I’d rather carry my Glock 43 (9mm) and two spare mages, all loaded with 147gr HSTs. Then again, I am a minimalist and rarely carry my Glock 26 (9mm) or G27, because the 43 is so much nicer to edc in the appendix.
Back when that G-36 first came out, my wifey and I went down to the local gun store and rented both along with the G-26. Now, I read some about this "NEW" G-36, and the G-30, the story basically said that the 30 was like holding a "2x"4. I went there "thinking" I was going to be liking the 36 way more/ No way, every shot of the 36, the spent shells came back and smacked me right in my forehead, and going down my wife's top, landing in back of her hair that was up in a bun. No way, plus on top of all that you've got JUST 6 +1, as opposed to 10+1, or with the G-21 mag. then it's 13+1. Even something more with a 25 rds. "FUN-STICK",, then you've got 25+1! We both loved the G-26, but not a fan of our pinky's swinging freely, so we got +2's for all of our mags. Later on, we both have us G-30's, and then later (when they came out) I got me a G-30SF.... not for the wife, she said she can feel more recoil, (4oz less weight)? I like it!
I think Glock should remake the compact 45 because it’s really useless to have something with so much power with so little rounds you will be better off carrying the Glock 27 and Glock 29
I actually regret purchasing the G36, I just can't shoot well with it.With my G30 Gen4 I can shoot laser beams with it. I also shot the 36 side by side with my Shield 45 and it was night and day. However, the 36 mechanically always went bang. I dunno, I'm just not accurate with the 36.
Glock came out with a new Glock 30S same as the 30 except it's got a shoulder frame still hose at 10 round magazine which they never work you can only put 9 rounds in it the most you may be lucky if the wow you could get 10 in the Glock 6 is more like a 1911 oh so a smaller one like the 1911 officer model it's a better gun for concealed carry you don't need autos rounds you're not a policeman you could carry two six rounds which gives you 12 rounds rather than one big fat 10 round magazine glock 36 is used by a lot of policemen has their backup gun off duty gun 💯👍
THROAT ALL YOUR GUN BARRELS AND CHECK ALL MAGS. FOR IRREGULARITIES AND YOU WILLL NOT HAVE FEEDING PROBLEMS.....36 barrel will not fit in the 30, it is too thin-----will wobble
I bought a G36 when that model first came out. It was a jam- o -matic. I couldn't hit the side of a barn with it. Maybe my hands were too big for that small a gun. I can see why they stopped at gen 3 .
The problem was twofold, slide velocity and weak mag springs. Stock RSA is 17#, change it to 19 or 21# Wolff spring, and xtra power mag springs solves the problems
@@gregentwistle5105 Thanks for the info. I tried the mag springs and still run into ftf's. Maybe I'll try the 19 recoil spring and see. I've tuned the mags, left the stock etc I think the main problem is the mags on the 36.
I tried the 19# first and it solved the FTF issue. Then I bumped up to 21# and still good to go. Buy the recoil rod & spring combo from Wolff, it’ll fix it.
Really just proves the 1911 is the perfect gun for the 45 round. You get the reliability, higher round capacity and the thinner profile all in one package. I have a 30SF and I still like it because I can move between 9 and 13 rounds based on the magazine selection alone.. But it is a chunky little gun.
Not very innovative 45 cartridge deserves to have a longer Barrel than 3 in 3 inches for a Centerfire cartridges pathetic 445 if you ask me if you want a compact concealed 45 angle with the rimfire 45 revolver if you want a small gun that packs a large punch other than that keep the 45 comfortable launching out the classic Tailored 1911 and that's what a heavy 45 should be regularly getting shot out of in my opinion the only and having a Rimfire 45 out of a compact revolver for concealed carry is the most ideal since that's the slimmest package you can possibly get plus from the revolvers platform is of course using Rimfire cartridge is obviously a little longer meaning delivery only more muzzle energy out of a revolver short muzzle and without a u recoil spring operating system to lessen the inertia or felt Recoil the only delivering that much more energy out of the business end of a revolver
I have the G30. I have no issues with carrying it daily.
NONE @ ALL😎😎
What do you do for work?
Truck Driver
@@scottysowell5565 carry a 30s but working construction it’s a pain
I carry a 21gen3 and almost done saving for a 30gen4💪🏽
The top of my Glock 30SF looks like the deck of a small aircraft carrier sometimes, but the fat slide soaks up the recoil impulse really well and is reliable.
mine was like carrying a house
The G36 is the “G43” but in .45acp.
That's what i was thinking... nice n comfy in the hand!
I like the Glock 30S
Yup, love my 30s.
@Ben Woodcock It's a 36 slide and a 30SF frame. And ya, that's what people were doing before they released the 30S.
Really love the G20, G21,G29, & G30 Glocks. They fit my hand perfect. The G19 size grip feels small too me. Besides, the G30 is such a sweet shooter for sure.
The G29 & G39 grips are smaller than the G19, in length anyways.
First pistol I ever bought was the Glock 36. Its a sweet shooter and easily carried, but after about 500 rounds I have to say the magazines suck and I'd get FTF and jamming issues at the range. All the plus 1 floor plates are useless and cause binding too so don't bother.
*Update: Someone on reddit recommended a 19 or 21lb recoil spring to aid with feeding. So I purchased a stainless guide rod with a 20lb recoil spring and its been running great. Looks like this is a common issue
How old is your 36? You may need a new recoil spring. I bought mine used, it's a 2008 year, and the recoil spring was broken. Didn't even shoot it like that so I got a new gen4 spring from glock and never had a jam in stock configuration.
I’m having same problems on my 36
@@scottyscott9300 Grab a 20lb stainless steel guide rod off ebay. It will aid with the feeding better then the lighter factory spring. I've been having no issues now since I swapped it.
I can't believe it took so long for Glock to make a single stack 9mm.
@@pyromonster99 Hmmm… A Gen 4 Spring. Now that sounds like a great idea!
The 36 is the only slimline Glock with an overall height between 4.7-4.8 inches tall. I've found in comparison a Glock 26 has a grip too short and a Glock 19 has a grip that's too long. The other slimline Glocks are similar, grips are either too short or too long. The Glock 30 and 29 have similar length grips but are too thick.
So that's one of the main reasons I carry a 36. It's a Glock, it's 45 ACP, and it's the right size.
From what i understand the S shortens the grip from the trigger to the beavertail. Negating the fat grip.
@@CHEECHMUN that won't negate the fat grip on a double stack, only shortens the length of pull.
@@pyromonster99 I misspoke. I meant it's easier to reach the trigger.
I also own a 36 but I like my Shield 45 way better.
The slimmer width of the single stack isn't worth sacrificing the capacity imo. I can hold, carry and grip the G30sf (it's the version I have) no problem, so it won't make a difference for me carrying a single stack
I own the G36 . Been carrying it for 10 years. For point blank blank blank engagements it is superb.
What’s the point blank requirement? The point of a hand guns means you are using your last resort or you are engaging in a close encounter.
I carry mine in a sticky holster. Best cc holster ever!!!
They’re both great guns, each with their own positives. I went with the best of both, the 30S. So far it’s been a fantastic gun
👍
Nice review, thanks for sharing and thanks for your father's service. I have been carrying a Glock 30S 10+1 with a spare 13 round magazine (daily) for over four years. The only mods are Truglo TFX Pro sights (fiber optics with tritium inserts). I have decided to do a full trigger, slide rails and feed ramp polishing job just to smooth out the overall functioning and make cleaning a little easier.
Thank you. I have those TFO sights on several guns and they work very well.
1.38 vs 1.18 width. Some people will see those numbers and think that's no difference at all. But those tiny differences can mean a lot when you're carrying concealed.
Exactly, remember when a cellphone was an inch thick and was like carrying a brick in your pocket? No wonder people wore baggy jeans back then! Same can be said about carrying a Glock.
@@pyromonster99 phones r big again
@@DreErdna Big? in what dimension? Phone have grown in screen size yet remain thin. It's a subjective description. Back in the early 2000's having a portable electric device that was an inch thick or more was normal. Today that would seem unreasonably thick and "big".
I’ve owned both and and currently own the 30. I love single stacks so I got a shield in 45 and I love it more than the 36.
Me too, the Shield 45 is such a nice shooter, I just can't shoot my 36 well.
A .45auto loving friend of mine carried a G36 for years, as it’s lighter than his 1911s. We found it will fit some leather G19 holsters back when I owned one of those. I’ve coerced him to join the CZ Dark Side and now he carries a CZ75 compact clone.
I don't think I'll ever look back from switching to CZ. I love my Glocks, but CZ's are on another level
Love my p01 but what about a .40 or .45 round that you can carry in a cz platform??
Prefer how the G30 feels in the hand, but the G36 is markedly lighter and thinner so feels better to carry. When loaded the G36 is about seven ounces lighter (26.81 vs. 33.69), which is an enormous difference.
I have a Gen 3 30 and I had a Gen 3 36 but I have big hands and I truly could not tell the difference except one ran out of ammo faster. Seriously the difference to me was negligible. The cool thing is my 30 and 19 can share the same holsters. My 30 shoots really well, but my 19 is 5 more rounds so I carry it most of the time. But the main reason to go with the 30 over the 36 is the 30 can use the 21 mags as a back up mag, and more bullets is always better. I was shocked you said you’d chose the 36 over the 30 but opinions vary, and you have your reasons. Thanks for you video it was interesting.
Does your 36 upper fit on your 30sf?
@@veprsaiga9103 I never tried to swap them.
I have a 30S and a current build 36FGR. And I have the flush 9rd mags for the 30S. I changed out both recoil spring asmys with Wolff 21# units and the guns tun great and the recoil is softened
I also bought the G30, because there are after-market conversion barrels (30, 30sf only) to use my 10mm G20 mags with ONLY the barrel swap. Two guns in one!
What company did you roll with?
Same here. Turned my 22 (40sw) into a 17 (9mm) with wolf conv barrel🔥
30 HAS THICKER BARREL THan the 30S----poor fit, it will wobble
Great comparison as usual! Is it me or are there suddenly more 45acp videos in the GunTube universe? Not that I'm complaining!
Thank you.
I noticed that too. I think we *might* be seeing a bit of a return to the .45 love affair. Makes me HAPPY. 😀 (and before somebody jumps on me and says it, YES. I have a 10mm. It's my woods gun. I prefer the characteristics of the .45 for human threats for my personal style).
I have also felt like a 45 acp Renaissance has been happening.
Comparing Glocks to each other is like going to ACME to compare two bricks. 😆 🤣 😂
I know there are slight differences but I just had to.
I have a 30s and all the problems are solved. Great EDC
iv had a g29 for about 10 years. its definitely thick. but with full power 10 mm.its a handfull. i just bought a g30 complete slide. its a brick on your side. i usually carry it for woods protection.its nice to have the 45 option. thanks for comparing these two. cheers
A better comparison would have been the 36 and 30S
I have the G3 30. It is wide, but I prefer the double stack to allow compatibility with other Glock .45 acp mags. It would be nice to see Glock vision forward with metal mags or some new tech. development so they can have a slimmer profile...Sig has knocked this out of the park, at least for the 9mm market with the P365/P365XL.
Just get the 30 or 30s. If u need/want something smaller just get a shield in 45. JMO
I would *almost* agree; I had a .45 shield when I couldn't find a 36. I have a 30S *AND* a 30 as well, but no matter how you slice it, they are chunks, and after my back surgery they were just a bit much to carry. So, the Shield was the perfect size, drop dead accurate, never a flaw whatsoever. Except...I could only get it with that infernally small thumb safety. And I'm a southpaw. Just couldn't work the safety under stress left handed. And carrying with it "off" landed me a couple of times in the "somehow it got knocked on" position. I asked S&W about removing it (yes, I know there are diy ways), and they told me to pound sand. So I grudgingly sold it. Finally found a 36, so far so good. With Wilson Combat Battlesights, its accurate and smooth. So I dunno. I love the 30 and 30S, amazing guns. Better capacity, but...bricks. Choices, choices.
I have carried a 30S, carrying a 30 now and I like it. Never held a G36 but I’ll stick with the double stack!! 👍
More is always better . Glock 19 every day with 2 spare mags
@@DARTHDANSAN glock 30 with a 21 mag is 14 rounds. the size of the 19 and 30 with a 21 mag probably cancel out
Why did you switch from the 30s to 30?
The G30 can use the G21 13 round magazine. I have a G30S and I carry it every day in a paddle holster.
Had the G36 a decade ago. Eventually sold it since none of the other Glock 45 ACP mags were compatible. I summer carry the Glock 30S, best of both worlds. It’s the G36 slide and Frame is G30SF. Dual recoil spring definitely helps with recoil plus have extra G21 mags too.
Used to carry the 21SF for work. Wanted to buy my own 21SF but waited too long and the tyrannical state of VA banned them. Finally bought my own glock in the 30 model. Haven't shot it yet.
I live in Virginia. Not sure what you mean the Glock 21 being banned. They’re not
@@boomfish558 I thought the state government banned citizens from having handguns that hold more than 10 rounds????
Nope, you, me and all VA citIzens are good. Technically there are no high capacity magazine limits in VA. State law overrides local laws. However, the State has allowed some of the most populated local governments’ laws on high capacity magazines/assault weapons (VA definition not mine) to stand.
For example, a VA citizen can’t openly carry or conceal carry any loaded semi auto handgun or riffle equipped with a magazine that can hold More than 20 rounds whether it holds 20 rounds or not , or a loaded shot gun that can hold more than 7 rounds in public in these particular counties/cities. More than 20 rounds is VA’s definition of an assault weapon. However, if you have a VA conceal carry permit you can. There are other exceptions as well.
So, technically not a HCM ban or limit but one does have to go through the process of getting a VA conceal carry permit to do so. Of course having a concealed carry permit or not one can’t carry inside courts, gov buildings etc. I live in a rural county and a local restriction is we can’t have a loaded riffle or shotgun in a car. CCP or not. Pistol no problem.
In 2020 there was a bill to ban assault weapons (again VA’s definition not mine) that would directly/indirectly ban some types of the most popular guns simply by restricting the magazine capacity to no more than 12 rounds.
Fortunately it didn’t pass. Even some Democrats in the state legislature voted it down.
So go get you that 21SF!
@@boomfish558 Excellent reply
Today, I purchased a slightly used Glock 36. One of my favorite firearms is the Glock 30S and I shoot this pistol very well. I agree with Hammer Striker after only firing 50 rounds today that the Glock 36 is easier to hold due to the smaller grip. I plan to put night sights on the Glock 36 and then place this firearm in my EDC rotation.
I carry my 30 daily and I love it. May consider the 36
Carry with 13 rd with sleeve . That chunky slide makes the 30sf shoot like butter
Glock 30s, the 30 Short Frame with the 36 width slide. It's sweet!
TY for sharing your comparisons with the two mod Glocks
if I could find one ,36
Thanks, seems as though the G36 would be the cat’s meow for CCW.
I'd love to see a G36 style model in 10mm too!!! Been saying that for years! Maybe Shield Arms can work their magazine sorcery on the G36 magazine and get an extra round or 2 in it. Maybe a Mag Guts type magazine internals conversion would give more capacity too.
Adding two more rounds to a single stack 45acp will add a lot of extra length no matter how much magic is used. At that point carry a 1911.
I tried both discontinued plus 1 floor plates for the 36 and have always gotten FTE, FTF when at the range. That was also using the +5% extra power mag springs and multiple sessions. The original magazines are very finicky and have their own issues. I want to love the 36 its a great shooter and buttery soft, but after getting about 8 mags and still running into issues I probably shoot it the least. I'll never get rid of him though he looks badass lol
@@mi777ke777 I've only used factory mags, no modifications. In stock configuration I've never had jam in over a 1k rounds. I used to use a Lone Wolf extended ported barrel and that would give me FTF every so often. The ported barrel also worked too well, caused me to hit low. I'm fine with 6+1 as well.
Is there a mechanical difference between the smaller single stack triggers vs the double stack Glocks? (I thought they were all the same (other than being different sizes to fit in each of their models). Oh yeah, and the cruciform, striker safety plunger and trigger housing spring system being different on newer gens).
There are minor differences in the length of the trigger bar and the little FCG group at the back due to the smaller frames. This results in slightly different trigger feels between the double-stack and single-stack guns due to the different geometry.
Absolutely love my G30 ..love the fact that I can also use the 13 round and even 26 round magazine.. no contest in my opinion...but the 36 would make a great back up gun.
I HAVE BOTH GUNS ALSO AND WHEN I CARRY THE 36 I CARRY 3 MAGS , GREAT VIDEO.
Do you carry a Glock 21 13 rd mag with an x grip along with your 30? I think I'd carry the 30 in a 9 rd flush or a 10 rd with the 13 rd in reserve.
@@brad3203 WHEN I CARRY THE 30 I HAVE THE 9 ROUND MAG IN IT AND A 10 ROUNDER IN RESERVE.
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Thank you.
Two Gen 2.5 30's and a Gen 3 G-30. I'm not particularly a fan of the G-36 but I wouldn't discount one either if it came my way. Thanks for the video.
Thumbs up not because I'm into 45 Auto but because I'm into Glock.
Thank you.
Good Vid! Dude...😃 I have earlier examples of the G36 & G30 3rd gen pistols, no rails, & a 3rd gen G30SF w/rail! Love em! Currently, and for some time now, been carrying either the G23 3rd gen or G27 2.5 gen!💪😈🐶
I have a best of all worlds 30 = 30 sf frame, 36 slide, 9 round flush fit mag, 28 lbs wolff spring, aftermarket 45 Super barrel. So I can carry 10 rounds of 45 Super in a nice pocket carry package.
I wish gen 4 was available in CA. I actually liked the frying pan finish lol. And i liked the stippling more and i learned to love the glock finger grooves. I plan to get a 21 sf and 30 sf as well as a 19.
*30S on a Gen 4 30 Frame would be the best. Or he could simply put the 36 slide on his 30 like some did before Glock made the 30S*
Glock 36 vs S&W Shield in 45
I own both and the Shield 45 is such a way better shooter IMHO.
Hyve makes a +1 for the 36. Adds about a 1/2 inch to the grip length but still thin. Commander 1911 size with it. The 30s is a 30 with a 36 slide. Much lighter than the 30. Not to be confused with a 30SF. That is a short grip 30 with the thick heavy slide.
Had the 36. Sold it. Much happier with the 30
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Nice review. Why does Glock just refuse to put a rail on the 26?
Thank you. They feel the need is covered with the trigger guard options and it would make it bulky, though many other manufacturers have make similar sized guns with rails. More likely just being stubborn.
What is really important is how ell you can shoot one over the other. 6-7 rounds of .45 stops the threat if you hit'em right where it hurts. I was at the outdoor range one day when two guys came along. As they were next to me I observed them shooting at a rapid fire rate. After about 100 rounds they both, after looking at the target, were extremely unhappy with the results. I saw one had a Glock and the other an S&W so I jokingly said to them-why do you not just trade guns and see how you shoot? To all of our surprise they both were quite happy with the results to the point that they traded guns right then and there. Which is why i shot several guns after that before buying the gun I shot best now. I think that is why gun makers have back straps of different sizes for their gun now.
Love my Glock 30 ! But love my 19x as will , got a couple more I’m looking at a Gen 4 21 , 30 maybe even a 30s love the 45 ACP !
I love my my Gen 4 G30. 10 +1 when I carry along with an extra magazine gives me more confidence. As soon as a situation goes wrong a person can’t change their mind on choice of protection. So if you’re gonna carry… carry full size. As responsible EDC operators we sometimes have to wear longer coats and bigger flannels however you and your loved ones are worth being a little uncomfortable for. Sure it can be uncomfortable sometimes but concealing your most important option to stop a threat is worth it. finding the right holster can be a pain in the ass sometimes but when it comes to your last line of defense, well, that’s something I just wouldn’t compromise on a smaller magazine for. Now, if it comes to grip and not being able to comfortably shoot accurately, then I totally understand the Glock 36.
I have a glock 36 with thousands of rounds through it absolutely no problems the new ones have an improved feed ramp older ones were basically hard ball guns
I recently switched from a VP9 to the G30. I considered the G36 but I'm just not comfortable with such low capacity for a carry weapon.
CARRY. AN EXTRA MAG
@@howardkahn4330 Even if I carry one who's to say I'd have the luxury to do a mag change?
@TouhouNazrin ----if you needed the extra ammo you would have it. @@TouhouNazrin
@@howardkahn4330 I'm not saying I don't carry one but if you look at most incidents there is no time for changing magazine. Best to maximize chances of downing threat in a single mag dump.
Great review and comparison video. I had to watch this one again. Answered a lot of questions I had. But after watching this, I see no benefit to go to a Glock 30 from my 27 (40) or even a 29 (10mm), in the event I want more hitting power. For that matter, with a small pistol of just 6 rounds, I’d rather carry my Glock 43 (9mm) and two spare mages, all loaded with 147gr HSTs. Then again, I am a minimalist and rarely carry my Glock 26 (9mm) or G27, because the 43 is so much nicer to edc in the appendix.
From your shooting at the end, your control on the G30 is significant better than the 36.
Your lighting fine , you done need that flash light or whatever that is in the back lol
Yes, the Glock 30 holds 4 more rounds but the Glock 36 is very lightweight and comfortable to carry though. The 30 is similar to a G 19 or 23
My 36 are a bit snappier because I upgraded it to 45 Super!!!!!
Back when that G-36 first came out, my wifey and I went down to the local gun store and rented both along with the G-26. Now, I read some about this "NEW" G-36, and the G-30, the story basically said that the 30 was like holding a "2x"4. I went there "thinking" I was going to be liking the 36 way more/ No way, every shot of the 36, the spent shells came back and smacked me right in my forehead, and going down my wife's top, landing in back of her hair that was up in a bun. No way, plus on top of all that you've got JUST 6 +1, as opposed to 10+1, or with the G-21 mag. then it's 13+1. Even something more with a 25 rds. "FUN-STICK",, then you've got 25+1! We both loved the G-26, but not a fan of our pinky's swinging freely, so we got +2's for all of our mags. Later on, we both have us G-30's, and then later (when they came out) I got me a G-30SF.... not for the wife, she said she can feel more recoil, (4oz less weight)? I like it!
The 36 grip is odd but good slim but longer than my 30
I think Glock should remake the compact 45 because it’s really useless to have something with so much power with so little rounds you will be better off carrying the Glock 27 and Glock 29
If blindfolded can you really tell the difference in 1 or 2 shots
I actually regret purchasing the G36, I just can't shoot well with it.With my G30 Gen4 I can shoot laser beams with it. I also shot the 36 side by side with my Shield 45 and it was night and day. However, the 36 mechanically always went bang. I dunno, I'm just not accurate with the 36.
Get the Pierce grip extension
So is the shield 45 a better shooter? Or is the g36 better?
I love my Glock 30
It’s a damned cannon to be small
My friend was gonna get a G36 and I told him it’s like a G42 but in 45 I convinced him to get a G30🔥 twinnin is winnin
Again....perfect video! Thank you again!!
Came straight to the comments to see who's talking about the 30s 😂
30 its best.ohh yea uff
Glock came out with a new Glock 30S same as the 30 except it's got a shoulder frame still hose at 10 round magazine which they never work you can only put 9 rounds in it the most you may be lucky if the wow you could get 10 in the Glock 6 is more like a 1911 oh so a smaller one like the 1911 officer model it's a better gun for concealed carry you don't need autos rounds you're not a policeman you could carry two six rounds which gives you 12 rounds rather than one big fat 10 round magazine glock 36 is used by a lot of policemen has their backup gun off duty gun 💯👍
I BOUGHT THE GLOCK 36, NOW I PUT THE 36 SLIDE W/BARREL ON MY GLOCK 30 AND NOW I HAVE ALL 3 GUNS, THE GLOCK 30,30S AND 36......SCREW YOU GLOCK!
I got a 36 cool carry but my m&p 40 is better
30SF 30S 36 never failed on me
Is the 36 slide a 30s?
Oh yeah, well where did you find the G30,?
I have had the G30 for a while, just got a chance to do the comparison to the 36.
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THROAT ALL YOUR GUN BARRELS AND CHECK ALL MAGS. FOR IRREGULARITIES AND YOU WILLL NOT HAVE FEEDING PROBLEMS.....36 barrel will not fit in the 30, it is too thin-----will wobble
Give it that Hawk Tuah !!!
Lol just say the G30 holds 10 to 12 rounds and the G36 holds 6 to 7 rounds everything else is so close ot doesn't matter
I bought a G36 when that model first came out. It was a jam- o -matic. I couldn't hit the side of a barn with it. Maybe my hands were too big for that small a gun. I can see why they stopped at gen 3 .
The problem was twofold, slide velocity and weak mag springs. Stock RSA is 17#, change it to 19 or 21# Wolff spring, and xtra power mag springs solves the problems
@@gregentwistle5105 Thanks for the info. I tried the mag springs and still run into ftf's. Maybe I'll try the 19 recoil spring and see. I've tuned the mags, left the stock etc I think the main problem is the mags on the 36.
I tried the 19# first and it solved the FTF issue. Then I bumped up to 21# and still good to go. Buy the recoil rod & spring combo from Wolff, it’ll fix it.
@@gregentwistle5105 Thanks I'll check it out.
Way more muzzle flip on 36
Glock 30s????? i love mine
There's a new Glock, it's the 49 and it is the single stack 10mm
Nope!
I wish
Really just proves the 1911 is the perfect gun for the 45 round. You get the reliability, higher round capacity and the thinner profile all in one package. I have a 30SF and I still like it because I can move between 9 and 13 rounds based on the magazine selection alone.. But it is a chunky little gun.
Keep all your Mags loaded, Empty Mags are like Dead Power Tool Batteries, Useless when you need them.
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Boy, judging by the way you shoot, maybe replace the .45s with a Glock 44.
Yes, the 36 will fit your baby hands a bit better.
Nah... M&P shield 45 2.0 way better than that
BIG holes!!!!!
Not very innovative 45 cartridge deserves to have a longer Barrel than 3 in 3 inches for a Centerfire cartridges pathetic 445 if you ask me if you want a compact concealed 45 angle with the rimfire 45 revolver if you want a small gun that packs a large punch other than that keep the 45 comfortable launching out the classic Tailored 1911 and that's what a heavy 45 should be regularly getting shot out of in my opinion the only and having a Rimfire 45 out of a compact revolver for concealed carry is the most ideal since that's the slimmest package you can possibly get plus from the revolvers platform is of course using Rimfire cartridge is obviously a little longer meaning delivery only more muzzle energy out of a revolver short muzzle and without a u recoil spring operating system to lessen the inertia or felt Recoil the only delivering that much more energy out of the business end of a revolver
Centerfire not rimfire Darwin.
Good information but I love my Glock30