Unfortunately where I live it is a crime to have ammo in your car. If you get ccw permit your weapon and ammo must be all time on you or in safe, you cant have ammo lying around.
What he means is pretty clear you have the OPTION to keep it very compact and very concealed with the OPTION to easily convert it to a G19 by simply slapping a mag....like he said ENOUGH SAID
I like the G26 a lot. It took a little bit of time to get used to the short grip, but I made the adjustment. I can't explain why, but I actually shoot better with the G26 than I do with the 17 or 19, go figure. I buy G17 replacement magazines and carry those for my spares for my G26. A great little gun, thousands of rounds and zero malfunctions.
I have owned and fired almost every Glock over the last 30 years. I've used the Glock 26 in competition. It is for me the most accurate and concealable of all the Glocks. I have customized 17s that I can shoot slightly better, but they are too big for comfortable concealed carry. My G26 is 15 years old and has performed flawlessly with over 15k rounds fired. I've tried every grip extension and the Pierce extension works best for me, mostly because it gives me a more secure and faster draw from a holster. It not essential, but it does help with recoil control. I cannot shoot the 19 as well as the 26, I've experimented with both many times. The slightly smaller 26 does make a difference for concealed carry. The 43 is a great gun, but the 26 is far more controllable and accurate.
The 26 is the most versatile...I can shoot it as well or better than any other Glock. I've shot them all. For competition, the 17 with a Glock 3.5 connector works best for me, it's a cheap part that can be purchased for 18 dollars online. I can shoot my 26 almost as well as my 17, but considering it's smaller size and conceal ability, if I had one gun it should be a 26. You really don't need anything else. The 19 is the most popular, but the smaller size of the 26 makes a difference for me, especially in Florida, wearing shorts and a t shirt most of the time. You just have to find what works for you.
Rodolfo Barros You will not regret your decision. Just train with it and watch Rob L. video “aiming is useless”. You will learn more from that than any shooting video on UA-cam.
Rodolfo Barros It sometimes feels like the 26 has less recoil than the 17. Think about it, shorter barrel means less velocity/energy, so less recoil impulse. G-17 is a little heavier, but more counter force (recoil) because bullet stays in barrel longer which generates more velocity/energy. 17 is a little more of a push, 26 more of muzzle flip. The differences between the two a too small to worry about.
@SupahDupahPlayahMackNumbah 1 , He is probably unfortunate enough to live in one of the less free states/areas. There are many jurisdictions where you have to go through an onerous process to buy a gun, with permits and restrictions. That makes it a very painful process that people only want to go through once or can only do once within a time period.
You can put a 19 magazine on the 26 and still have the same capacity on a smaller package. Now is recomend to just get the 43X and get an aftermarket doble stack magazine that holds 15 too
I have both, I prefer the Glock 19, it feels more positive in my hand. I love both, but prefer the full grip. However, if you mainly Pocket carry,,its hard to beat a 26 in your front pocket.
@@leaundralangston6297 Make sure you get Talon grips for them. The rubber ones (granulated, rubber and Pro, a combination of both) are comfortable and give you a good hold. 👍🏻
I have both, and carry both at times, depending on time of year and amount of clothing worn. But then again I, a big guy, so concealment has never been an issue for me. I could conceal a G17...
BEAR yea I’m in Georgia so I carry G26 spring and summer and sometimes fall but the G19 is my cold weather carry and my bedside rig. I’m kinda a slim guy so I need a little extra clothing to fully conceal the G19 lol. 👍🏻
The Glock 26 is all you will ever need. One gun, learn how to draw and shoot it fast and accurately. The larger models are fine, but the G26 conceals better. Carry extra mags if you feel it’s necessary. The g19 is bigger, period. The pinky thing is overblown. Even with a Pierce extension (if you need it) the G26 is smaller. The G26 gives you more options. I promise, that if you train with it, you will shoot it as good as any Glock, if not better.
I own them both. 26 vs 19 weight difference is very noticeable. The 26 with 10 rounds is 26 oz, which I find is my max to conceal while forgetting I’m carrying. Anything more, and I carry a 17 with a plus 2.
I own a G26 and as much as I like that pistol it is in NO WAY the only gun one will ever need. In the Glock family alone my full-sized 17 shoots much better at 50 yards.
I too own both Gen4s. Holsters I find, especially those of duty type, the G19 will support the G26. The trigger housing are interchangeable as well as the G19 Barrel will function perfectly in the G26. All sights are interchangeable as well. Big reason I stayed within the same generation. The G26 does offer alot of versatility for carry as well as being LIGHTER (weight does matter) and CONCEALABLITY. Good review as G19 (home) and G26 (carry).
Glock 26 is the best glock hands down. Not enough grip for you? Grip extension. Not enough rounds? throw a glock 19,17,18 mag in there. A glock 26 can always have a bigger grip or more rounds, yet you can keep it stock for easy summer carry. Your 19 can't shrink though.
I loved being able to go to the shooting range and dissamble their glock on the first try because of your videos. It felt really cool. Cant wait to get one. Great and thorough videos. G19 all the way!!
I have both a G26 & a G19. I found that the 26 was hard to shoot as well as I would like without a place to put my pinkie. So, I bought the extended floor plate. That solved that problem ... HOWEVER ... Once you put the extended floor plate onto the G26 mag, the height dimension of the pistol is almost identical to the G19 ... but the G19 is still giving you about 50% more ammo in the mag. Since the barrel is pointed down, the only part of the gun that might "print" would be the grip, and since the grip length is now the same between the 26 & the 19, there's really no reason NOT to carry the 19. I've carried both firearms and it's my experience that the difference between the two, carry wise, is essentially non-existant. They feel the same on my hip. They have the same amount of "print" ... which is pretty much none. The only real differences between the two at this point is that the 19 has 50% more ammo and it is more accurate to shoot because of the longer sight radius.
I would say go with 19 or 17 which ever one fits your hand better. I have a 26, it is good for carry but I always finding myself wishing I had a little more grip to hold onto when shooting it. In my opinion the extra grip is worth the slight loss in conceal-ability. Sadly, the grip on a 19 doesn't fit my hands well so I would have to go with the 17 if I were to go up in size.
I have one magazine with a pinky extension like that (not sure which brand) and I really don't care for it. Mostly personal preference, but it feels more awkward using it than letting my pinky hang free off the end of the grip. I also have a grip extension sleeve that works with a G17 mag and turns the mag into a longer grip. It still feels a bit awkward for me to use but not as much as the pinky extension.
True, I have yet to pick one up to see how it feels. I have several other pistols I would like to try first though so it will probably be awhile before I buy another Glock.
Craig Arnold I have the Glock 26 and a Shield in 9mm, but my hands are fairly average. I also have a Berreta 92 fan. You might want to check that out if you haven't already. It is has some nice size and a great full grip, that with the metal frame make it a solid gun and great shooter.
It’s was important for me to have both, but I really only carry the 19 most if the time. Also, the +2 on a 26 mag doesn’t print like the 19. This was a good comparison, thanks for posting.
I went with a compensated 26. Barrel length becomes the same as the 19 and over all length is just a bit longer but it shoots flat as hell. Plus one extension and a Glock 19 spare mag. Glorious.
the g26 and the g19 barrels or interchangeable and the g19 with a shorter slide would be the perfect carry gun introducing the 26x and 26xl is the answer the people are clambering for not the 43x & 43xl or 48 most of us have g19 g17 and it would give us magazine compatability
What you called a plus one pinky extender is actually a plus two. Getting that twelfth round in there can be quite a job at first, but it is designed to hold twelve, and will do so just fine. Keep it loaded to eleven rounds for a few weeks, and you will find that you can then get that twelfth round in there with just a little extra effort.
Mainly about preferences I like 26 because it’s easy to conceal shoots legit the same way as a glock 19 same bullets so might as well go with the smaller one
I have a glock 19 and trust me that is not a Edc gun, the thing weighs a ton and it's quite bulky and substantial. My friend has a 26 and oh man that a cute little gun to have
I like the 26. My first Glock was a 23, and although it's still my favorite, I found it a bit much for every day carrying. I purchased a 26 and a Sneaky Pete holster, wear it everywhere I go.
I've been trying to decide between these two Glocks for years. It's like trying to decide which of your kids you love more. I just gave up and own them both. I shoot one just about as well as the other, out to 25 yards with both in stock form. The G19 will turn in a slightly better score for me beyond 25 yards. But I did notice one difference in carrying the G26 concealed, and that was that my draw from an IWB holster was not as good, even with practice, as I would wish when using the flush magazine. So, when carrying that way, I'll use a G26 magazine fitted with a Glock +2 extender. I've also used the G26 with a G19 magazine and an X-grip adapter in this role as well, and that results in a very nice draw with a gun that clears leather just a bit faster than a G19. My spare magazine is always either a G17 or G19 magazine. I only use the flush fit 10 rounders for situations such as pocket carry where the gun must be as small as possible. I carry the G26 these days much more than the G19, since I have retired to south Florida, keeping the larger gun for home defense with a light on it, or to train new shooters with. If I absolutely had to give one gun up, I'd be keeping the G26, because I can generally make it do anything the G19 can do. I've actually thought about ditching the Glock 19 for a Glock 17 as a house gun, because who cares how big it is in that role? Thanks for a good video on what must be a "first world problem" only. Choosing WHICH Glock we will be carrying today, lol.
G26 has been my BUG and off duty gun for years. Shoot just as good with the 26 as the 19 out to 25yds. Do have a Pearce +2 extension on my carry mag and have a G17 mag as my back up mag. So I have 13 at the ready and if God forbid I actually have to reload, 17 for reloading. My G19 is my duty/GTW piece. I will be picking up the G19X.
HS, those paddle holsters of yours are a disaster waiting to happen. If debris gets in behind the release button, your gun is locked in tight. I've seen it happen during training when going to ground. The Safariland ALS system is much better, more reliable and safer. I do not work for Safariland. I just want to make sure you're aware of this potentially fatal flaw. Thanks for taking the time to make this video!
In Gratitude I Am fuck yes. Safarand ALS paddle holster is my way to go around the property or house. Total security. Slap it in an appendix rig and you’re ready to go to town.
I have the 43 with a 1 round extension and mag guts that give me another round. That’s 8 plus 1 in the chamber. Chose the 19 next because it has a light rail so that is my bedside gun. Now I want a 26 for when I want to carry but don’t require the smaller size of the 43. We can open carry in Texas. I generally do not but on occasion I do but would rather carry the 26 over the 19 in that case. Especially if I am open carrying but need to go into an establishment that only allows concealed. Pull my shirt over and I’m good to go. Kinda hard with the 19. Great guns all.
My first Glock was the 19 gen4 , after over 5000+ rounds through it I wanted to sell it to buy me a gen5 19 . so I sold it and stumbled across the gen5 26 so I bought it and absolutely love this gun ! A few months later I went shopped for the gen5 19 and could Not find one anywhere ( this was during COVID-19) so one day I’m in camping world back in the sporting good section and I see a Glock 34MOS gen4 so I thought I really want one of these but was holding out for my g19 , then I said. “screw it ! “. I bout the 34MOS and I absolutely love this gun as well ! I bought three 20 round mags for it and they all are FDE color and put a TLR-4 on it and it’s my night stand gun till “range time” . I also bought the 29 gen4 and the 40MOS installed a Holosun 407co on it and it’s a freaking tac driver! All these glocks and I still don’t have my beloved Glock 19 ………. I hope to save up some $ and finally get one again a gen 5 this time but it’s gonna be a bit, in the meanwhile this Glock 26 gen5 has its new Ameriglo Spartan night sights and pierce mag extensions and has become my everyday everywhere CCW gun , in all honesty it flat delivers the goods down range and on target! I highly recommend the 26 gen5 ! 🤩🇺🇸
Big deciding factor for me in getting the 26 over the 19 was the capacity, or lack thereof. In Cali the limit here is 10 rounds and my rationale was picking the gun that held 10 by default, rather than pick the 19 and still hold the same amount as the smaller gun (which shoots with similar performance). 2c
Well if you just buy both, you might as well get a 17 too. Or you can skip the 26 get a 43x since its the same thing just in single stack. Or just buy all 4 like i did lol
Great firearms but the G27 and G23 are more versatile. All you need is a 9mm conversion barrel and you will have the capability to shoot .40 or 9mm with just one firearm.
I love my G 26 3rd Gen because it is smaller than the G19 and just as accurate. Also I have 2 10 round mags, 2 12 round Glock factory mags and it takes G19 mags. I carried a G19 as my Duty Weapon for many years and I loved it for that purpose but upon retirement I sold the G19 and added a G43 to my collection along with my G26. I don't regret this move.
G26 is the way to go in my opinion because you still get 10 rounds with the standard Magazine and you can use G19 and G17 Magazines as well. Its small enough to conceal and its light. I have carried mine for 9 years now and will never consider another gun!
Nice video. I have a glock 30s and looking to trade it for one of these two for conceal carry. Your video was very informative. I've always wondered though...why reviewers show that the gun is empty before each review? Is not like your going to shoot me through the screen!
Thank-you. We actually get asked enough about the "show clear" that we did a video on it ua-cam.com/video/emzgtt0oQJA/v-deo.html However, in case that video doesn't interest you - here's why: We (and other channels like ours) do that for a purpose, it is because there are different reasons people come to UA-cam. Some come purely for entertainment but many are new to firearms and come to UA-cam to learn. As safe handling procedures are the most important factor of dealing with firearms, reinforcing it is important. An inexperienced shooter viewing our videos (or others with a similar mindset) will be reminded of the need to be very aware of the state of the weapon in addition to following the other safety procedures. Every once in a while you hear of somebody being shot by an "unloaded gun" (obviously it wasn't) or during the cleaning procedure. Hopefully reinforcing the need to clear a weapon that is going to be handled for a reason other than actually firing it may educate somebody and prevent a tragedy.
I get mines Thursday. With drum and 30 clip. Am from Chicago. I need the shots these guys out here shooting big guns with 12 rounds or better. Good video
Shawn the .380 shooter Bane I am a big frame 6'5" and large hands as well and was hoping for a comment like yours. Follow up question: are they +1 or +2 extensions, and how close do they get to becoming the grip length of the G19? Because if it's down to within half an inch, that settles my personal choice. If the extensions make the 26 nearly as tall as the 19, I'll take the 19 with a 15+1 capacity. Concealing is not an issue for me since I can hide a 5.5inch tall 1911 with no problems.
Very interesting video. Been on the fence regarding what to buy for home defense, but after watching you video twice ( I am sort of slow) I have decided on the Glock model I want. Thank you for giving me this great information.
Between the G17, G19, and the 26, there’s nit much difference. Sure with a longer barrel you’ll get more velocity, but won’t make all that much difference. Smaller handguns mean more comfortable to carry not shoot necessarily. Guess thats why the medium G19 wins the day in terms of sales. I’ve owned all three models, but have carried a G19 since 2007. Your choice, but not much of a big deal of difference.
The 19 really ain't that much bigger than the 26. Additional slide length is basically negligible since it goes in your pants, and the longer grip isn't all that bad either. It's the thickness that gets you. Both are chunky... which is why I love the G48 lol.
I've fired a Glock and M&P at the range. Both great guns but the Glock trigger won me over. Think I'll get the 26 with the laser and replace the standard sights with night sights.
G26 is the best pistol out there. The grip length is the best on the market. Barrel length is good enough for modern ammo velocity. The hump on the grip fits great in the palm. It is as light as many of the single stacks on the market. Plus you can throw a 17 mag in for night stand duty. I have never had a malfunction with mine - about 3k rounds.
have you ever yused the pinky extenders when i shot one at the range i noticed the magazine with the pinky extender pinched my pinky a bit when shooting wondering if it was maybe just their glock or if its common
Absolutely excellent video!! I’m very new to the gun world and this video had all the information I was looking for! Thank you for a very well done, well thought out and very informative video!!
who else would want a fun backyard shooter .22 glock? id love to get that for my kids hahaha. i always pictured something smaller than a glock 42. maybe 10 round single stack mag of 22. somthign that is literally 1 2/3rd smaller than a glock 17 and this, being a bit cheaper too, would make it an epic affordable rec shooter's dream. atleast mine.
+African Warlord It will surprise me if Glock ever makes a .22. There are conversion kits but they are overpriced. For a fun backyard shooter, check out the Breatta Neos or the Ruger 22/45 Lite (Mark 4 is easier to maintain than Mark 3).
I have and use a BIANCHI fold away holster. It's an OWB holster but can hold a wide variety of GLOCK models including the G19 and G26. I love my holster! I mostly carry my G26 now but could switch back and forth between the G26 and G19 if I wanted to. It's very nice to have that versatility. One thing I love about the G26(Baby GLOCK) is that it's so light and very comfortable to wear. Sometimes! Can't hardly tell I'm wearing it. AND!.......the fact that it's a "double stack" magazine, is a HUGE plus!
it was a very tough decision but i went with the 19 because i just like the grip better. I really like the size of the 26 but i dont really like my pinky floating there.
Always enjoy coming back to these older Hammer & Striker videos especially on subject of my favorite Glock the 26 Gen 5 MOS my favorite summer carry. I prefer a Wright Leather works banshee that fits 19 or 26 and most comfortable holster I own.
Very nice video. I never noticed that there's no accessory rail on the 26. Is that just on the Gen 4? Not that I can get one here in CA anyway. Be thankful you can!!!
A glock 26, will and can do everything that a 19 can do. U can use a 26 as a duty pistol, with a 17 mag with the sleeve, or use the 10 round mag and go deep concealment
Thanks for the great review. I saw your review of the Ruger Mark ll since I just bought a used one. Ive been trying to decide about a 19 or 26 and it lead me to this after checking out your channel. I will subscribe. In the Ruger, it looked like you used a 'dental pick'? ...and those are no callused hands!! Lol Thanks Doc
Great video! I’ve been thinking of getting a springfield hellcat cause i love the size, but i think I’m gonna pick up a 26 for summer carry, and keep my 19 for home duties and maybe winter carry.
F G Type Zero 0 I had a 21sf and I sold it to a pawnshop on 10/2/17, Too damn big and very unnecessary!!! Looking at the g29 or g30 but for the meantime I own a gen4 26 and I loved it more. After I bought the G21sf I ask myself "why did I buy this big ass damn gun" LoL
BrothaRobMusic I'm glad you found a system that works for you. I love my g21, is a daily part of my system and it's a great shooter. It's big but not nearly as heavy as it looks.
I carry a 26L... its a PSA Dagger slide on a P80sc frame and a 2a3d spacer to cover the exposed recoil spring....BTW the Magpul 12rd mags are shorter than the Glock +1 mag
I may just be crazy. I know the 17 and 19 are the same width but I swear my 19 grip feels wider in my hand and less comfortable.. I know it's unrelated sort of, I'm just venting haha great comparison!
Thank you. The difference is likely due to where the "hump" at the lower part of the grip falls due to the height difference. If you have a backstrap on the 19, try going one size lower for that than you use on the 17.
@@HammerStriker Thanks for the reply! yeah I use no backstrap on either. This is really probably just a subconscious gripe to be able to justify yet another pistol purchase hahahahah
I recently visited the range and got a chance to inspect a G26 gen 5. I really wanted to like it, but I found that I couldn't rack the slide all the way back on the baby Glock whereas it was super easy on the G19. Was it something I was doing wrong, or is there genuinely that much difference in the spring? Also, is the M&P 2.0 Subcompact very difficult to manipulate compared to any of those, or any of the newer Ruger or Sig pistols (I can manage most of those quite easily)?
Might be to late to recommend these but if you have issues racking the slide back, you should try the m&p sheild ez, or the m&p equalizer models of guns. My dad is old with weak hands and arthritis and he can pull those back easily. The only thing I don't like is the grip safety but that maybe a positive for you
Thank you very much for this great video! I've been contemplating buying a Glock soon and it's between the 26 or the 19 and this definitely helps me make a decision. I have relatively small hands so the 26 actually feels really good in my hand but the 19 does give a better grip. I'm going to be buying it for a CC so I'm thinking the 26 is the way I'm gonna go but I think I'll check them both out and make my decision once I handled them both.
I ended up going with a Gen 3 19. Fits my hand perfectly and it's a great pistol. May still snag a 26 eventually because it is a bit easier to conceal and fits my fiancé's hand.
I have a Taurus g2c and walther ppq m2 and I'm looking at getting something lighter like Springfield xds, Glock 26, or the walther ppq sc. I think I'm get both the walther ppq sc and glock 26 lol
there are other grip extenders out there that add 1 round and dont stick up so much, look at pearce grip extensions for the glock 26 great to add another grip just like factory
People get the 26 because is smaller hand grip. A month after they buy a magazine extender for more rounds n longer better grip and they r like why the heck dint I just bought the glock 19 🤔🤔🤗🤗
Okay so I have a question my wife bought me a Springfield xd compact 3.3 I took it out to the range and had no accuracy with it my friend took his glock 19 and I had no trouble hitting the targets could that be because it’s a bigger gun I’m more accurate with it or could it be brands I would like to get the glock 26 for conceal carry I just don’t want to end up with the same problem I’m having with my Springfield
The larger the gun, the more forgiving it tends to be toward improper grip and trigger management. Small, thin guns are harder to get a proper grip on along with getting your trigger finger properly positioned. It just takes a bit more work. One thing with the trigger is to try to use the first pad of your finger, if you cannot due to large hands then use the second pad - but never center the trigger on a joint - always a pad.
If i was only thinking about getting one glock what should i get? Im 5'9 and i want concealed carry more right now but does it really make a difference having it go smaller and does that affect it at all?
Smaller is easier to hide in more places, harder to shoot well. I carry a G26 in a pocket most of the time (sometimes a G29). If carry is your bias and you are willing to practice to get good with it, go with the G26. If you want the 3-finger grip then the G19 covers that base.
What prevents the glock 26 fitting into the holsters made for 19/17? All along I thought that the glock 26 is smaller on every dimension compared to bigger glocks
It all depends upon the holster. There is a slight difference in size/shape/position of the trigger guard as well as differences in the shape of the dust cover. Holsters for the Compact (19 for example) are more likely to fit a Subcompact (ex: 26) than a holster for a Full-Size (ex: 17). Kydex holsters that use those components as part of a retention mechanism or that are tightly formed to the shape of the gun for a "friction/squeeze" retention may have issues. Those that are less specific to the exact shape of the gun such as non-retention or those that use a thumb-break or other rear retention will usually work. "Pouch Style" holsters are fine as well.
In your opinion, is there a big difference in recoil between 26 vs 19? I know 9mm is rather mild anyways. Have the 19 and love it but tough for summer carry. 43 is nice size but hate 6 rounds and tad snappy. Trying to find in between (10 rds plus) that shoots like 19 but more concealable in summer time - any help greatly appreciated
The biggest difference is the number of fingers you can get on the grip. If you have average to strong hands you will have no trouble at all. If you have less powerful hands you may find it uncomfortable as it may be more inclined to muzzle flip. Pinky extenders can help but then you are getting back toward a G19 size grip. I find felt recoil to be about the same on either gun and have no trouble keeping it in my hand and on target.. If the '43 is just a little snappy to you then the 26 will likely feel fine and be easy to control.
Unfortunately thin shirts and carry tend to not play nicely. The only real way to do it is if the shirt is a bit oversized so it is loose and a bit longer. Tight shirts will print for sure and short shirts will be likely to ride up and sit on top of the grip (exposing it). Despite the heat (which I am not really built to tolerate), I find that slightly thicker shirts tend to conceal better and stay off the grip better.
God damn I just can't take it anymore listen to you guys talking about how an inch or less and either barrel length for grip is the sustained and deal breaker on whether or not a pistol is concealable. Absolutely ridiculous! Particularly when you're talking about giving up capacity or proper grip . I love glocks but nothing short of 43 is going to fit somebody's pocket. These things are engineered aesthetically in the same place that designs cinder blocks. Buy a tight-fitting holster or shove the thing in the back of your pants, put on a long shirt and drive the f*** on!
if you get the 19 you'll eventually get the 26 and if you get the 26 you'll eventually get the 19 lol
Very wise’
Happened to me . 26 in od green got the 19 6 months later. And I’m a hk guy first.
Any one can help me import a Glock 9 mm plz
I got the 26 first years ago. Then followed up and purchased the 19. Both of them are excellent pistols.
I’m here with you 😆🤙🏽
Carry a G26 with flush 10 round mag and you'll forget it's on you. Keep a spare 10 in your pocket and a 33 round mag in the car. G26 is KING!
Baby King
Unfortunately where I live it is a crime to have ammo in your car. If you get ccw permit your weapon and ammo must be all time on you or in safe, you cant have ammo lying around.
How about the reliability and accuracy ?
@@gutadin5 every glock is reliable, it is their trademark... regarding accuracy it is more than you want for a subcompact ccw pistol...
I keep a 26 with a flush mag 10rd and a back up 12. Sometimes I carry the 12&17
One's pinky should always be extended out while firing. anything else would be unladylike
This made me lol.
Gotta floss my pinky ring, bling, bling! 🤣
When in doubt, pinky out
@@yogotti4789 yessir!
Only if you're shooting sugar cubes.
You can make the 26 bigger but you can’t make the 19 smaller, enough said.
Exaaaaaaaaaaaaaaactly... Class dismissed.
Glock 17 making the G26 bigger means you're essentially carrying the G19, which is an oxymoron. 🤣
What he means is pretty clear you have the OPTION to keep it very compact and very concealed with the OPTION to easily convert it to a G19 by simply slapping a mag....like he said ENOUGH SAID
That is very true. Well said.
You can chop the 19’s grip to the size of a 26’s.
I like the G26 a lot. It took a little bit of time to get used to the short grip, but I made the adjustment. I can't explain why, but I actually shoot better with the G26 than I do with the 17 or 19, go figure. I buy G17 replacement magazines and carry those for my spares for my G26. A great little gun, thousands of rounds and zero malfunctions.
Exactly
Same. There’s some strange magic in the 26. My favorite Glock.
It frustrates me but I'm learning. Hickok45 shoots fine with it and he is 6'8" and has huge hands, so I can't say my hands are too big lol
No malfunctions unless you shoot Hornady ammo..
the glockstore from mister Lenny has an extended grip you can use on those magazines to give extra grip. very useful.
g26 with a G19 mag and an X-grip wrap around. Still shorter than a G19 with the same capacity.
I have owned and fired almost every Glock over the last 30 years. I've used the Glock 26 in competition. It is for me the most accurate and concealable of all the Glocks. I have customized 17s that I can shoot slightly better, but they are too big for comfortable concealed carry. My G26 is 15 years old and has performed flawlessly with over 15k rounds fired. I've tried every grip extension and the Pierce extension works best for me, mostly because it gives me a more secure and faster draw from a holster. It not essential, but it does help with recoil control. I cannot shoot the 19 as well as the 26, I've experimented with both many times. The slightly smaller 26 does make a difference for concealed carry. The 43 is a great gun, but the 26 is far more controllable and accurate.
The 26 is the most versatile...I can shoot it as well or better than any other Glock. I've shot them all. For competition, the 17 with a Glock 3.5 connector works best for me, it's a cheap part that can be purchased for 18 dollars online. I can shoot my 26 almost as well as my 17, but considering it's smaller size and conceal ability, if I had one gun it should be a 26. You really don't need anything else. The 19 is the most popular, but the smaller size of the 26 makes a difference for me, especially in Florida, wearing shorts and a t shirt most of the time. You just have to find what works for you.
Rodolfo Barros
You will not regret your decision. Just train with it and watch Rob L. video “aiming is useless”. You will learn more from that than any shooting video on UA-cam.
Rodolfo Barros
It sometimes feels like the 26 has less recoil than the 17. Think about it, shorter barrel means less velocity/energy, so less recoil impulse. G-17 is a little heavier, but more counter force (recoil) because bullet stays in barrel longer which generates more velocity/energy. 17 is a little more of a push, 26 more of muzzle flip. The differences between the two a too small to worry about.
@@VincitOmniaVeritas7 why are you only allowed one gun???
@SupahDupahPlayahMackNumbah 1 , He is probably unfortunate enough to live in one of the less free states/areas. There are many jurisdictions where you have to go through an onerous process to buy a gun, with permits and restrictions. That makes it a very painful process that people only want to go through once or can only do once within a time period.
Was all set to get the 26, but after holding them i went with 19. Fits my hand much better, plus i have 15 + one.
saxarra43 do you have large hands?
You can put a 19 magazine on the 26 and still have the same capacity on a smaller package. Now is recomend to just get the 43X and get an aftermarket doble stack magazine that holds 15 too
Why would you carry aftermarket for EDC your askin to die
@@10milligang71 nah, not when the company has proven their products work...
Same
Do what I did, buy both!
Im going with the G19 and G30sf. The G26 will be for my girl.
Yep!
I have both, I prefer the Glock 19, it feels more positive in my hand.
I love both, but prefer the full grip.
However, if you mainly Pocket carry,,its hard to beat a 26 in your front pocket.
That’s what I’m thinking one for when I am out and about and one for when I’m at home
@@leaundralangston6297 Make sure you get Talon grips for them. The rubber ones (granulated, rubber and Pro, a combination of both) are comfortable and give you a good hold. 👍🏻
Probably the best review for me of the two. Ive been leaning toward the 26 vs the 19. I think im gonna stick with the 26 after your review
Thank you. I carry a G26 as my EDC and love it.
I too carry a 26. I shot quite a bit with the flush mag and other mags. Flush mag was pleasant to shoot. Hardly different from the 33rd
@@HammerStrikerwhat magazine do you carry with it?
I already have a 17 so the 26 just made more sense.
Same here, I have a 17 gen 5 and a 26 gen 5. Was thinking of getting the 19 gen 5
Some years ago now I couldn’t decide between the two so I just eventually got both
I have both, and carry both at times, depending on time of year and amount of clothing worn. But then again I, a big guy, so concealment has never been an issue for me. I could conceal a G17...
BEAR yea I’m in Georgia so I carry G26 spring and summer and sometimes fall but the G19 is my cold weather carry and my bedside rig. I’m kinda a slim guy so I need a little extra clothing to fully conceal the G19 lol. 👍🏻
Glock triggers dobt get enough credit that short reset and u back in business
@@troydixon2722 cuz they used to be mushy
The Glock 26 is all you will ever need. One gun, learn how to draw and shoot it fast and accurately. The larger models are fine, but the G26 conceals better. Carry extra mags if you feel it’s necessary. The g19 is bigger, period. The pinky thing is overblown. Even with a Pierce extension (if you need it) the G26 is smaller. The G26 gives you more options. I promise, that if you train with it, you will shoot it as good as any Glock, if not better.
Tom Altieri that is true. I love my 26 and my 17. I also love my 1911 Kimber just second cool... it would be my EDC but it lacks compacity.
Tom Altieri yup, it's easier to go bigger than it is to go smaller. G26 and you can carry 19 and 17 mags as spares
have u ever notced if your pinky gets pinched when shooting the 26 with the extenions
I own them both. 26 vs 19 weight difference is very noticeable. The 26 with 10 rounds is 26 oz, which I find is my max to conceal while forgetting I’m carrying. Anything more, and I carry a 17 with a plus 2.
I own a G26 and as much as I like that pistol it is in NO WAY the only gun one will ever need. In the Glock family alone my full-sized 17 shoots much better at 50 yards.
I just got a glock 26, cant wait to take it to the range!!!
I too own both Gen4s. Holsters I find, especially those of duty type, the G19 will support the G26. The trigger housing are interchangeable as well as the G19 Barrel will function perfectly in the G26. All sights are interchangeable as well. Big reason I stayed within the same generation. The G26 does offer alot of versatility for carry as well as being LIGHTER (weight does matter) and CONCEALABLITY. Good review as G19 (home) and G26 (carry).
Thank you. Having both is the perfect combination.
Glock 26 is the best glock hands down. Not enough grip for you? Grip extension. Not enough rounds? throw a glock 19,17,18 mag in there. A glock 26 can always have a bigger grip or more rounds, yet you can keep it stock for easy summer carry. Your 19 can't shrink though.
Scott Hanson it is nice it’s so backward compatible / I have a couple 17 and 19 mags with sleeves
80sruler I do too. Always fun to through a 17 mag in with a sleeve for a day of plinking.
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I loved being able to go to the shooting range and dissamble their glock on the first try because of your videos. It felt really cool. Cant wait to get one. Great and thorough videos. G19 all the way!!
I have both a G26 & a G19. I found that the 26 was hard to shoot as well as I would like without a place to put my pinkie. So, I bought the extended floor plate. That solved that problem ... HOWEVER ...
Once you put the extended floor plate onto the G26 mag, the height dimension of the pistol is almost identical to the G19 ... but the G19 is still giving you about 50% more ammo in the mag. Since the barrel is pointed down, the only part of the gun that might "print" would be the grip, and since the grip length is now the same between the 26 & the 19, there's really no reason NOT to carry the 19.
I've carried both firearms and it's my experience that the difference between the two, carry wise, is essentially non-existant. They feel the same on my hip. They have the same amount of "print" ... which is pretty much none. The only real differences between the two at this point is that the 19 has 50% more ammo and it is more accurate to shoot because of the longer sight radius.
Totally agree, I didnt find much difference either. G19 is just a more fun gun too in my epxerience.
ZombieTex I agree. But appendix carry changes the game. The difference between a 4” and 3.5” pistol digging into your femoral artery is astronomical.
@Ghost I don't even have a pinky and i prefer the glock 29 :)
Use 115gr loads even for carry
How tall are you?
I would say go with 19 or 17 which ever one fits your hand better. I have a 26, it is good for carry but I always finding myself wishing I had a little more grip to hold onto when shooting it. In my opinion the extra grip is worth the slight loss in conceal-ability. Sadly, the grip on a 19 doesn't fit my hands well so I would have to go with the 17 if I were to go up in size.
I have one magazine with a pinky extension like that (not sure which brand) and I really don't care for it. Mostly personal preference, but it feels more awkward using it than letting my pinky hang free off the end of the grip. I also have a grip extension sleeve that works with a G17 mag and turns the mag into a longer grip. It still feels a bit awkward for me to use but not as much as the pinky extension.
If you have not purchased, now you may go with the g19 gen 5 and it may fit better as it does not have finger grooves.
True, I have yet to pick one up to see how it feels. I have several other pistols I would like to try first though so it will probably be awhile before I buy another Glock.
Yupp u have many viable options !! Try cz.they make great firearms as well that fit the hand well.
Craig Arnold I have the Glock 26 and a Shield in 9mm, but my hands are fairly average. I also have a Berreta 92 fan. You might want to check that out if you haven't already. It is has some nice size and a great full grip, that with the metal frame make it a solid gun and great shooter.
It’s was important for me to have both, but I really only carry the 19 most if the time. Also, the +2 on a 26 mag doesn’t print like the 19. This was a good comparison, thanks for posting.
Thank you. A 19 and 26 is a good combination.
Thankyou very much for this video.
I own a 19 and my wife is looking seriously at the 26.
I carry a 26 every day, it works great for that.
She’ll love the 26
19 was my first then the 20 then 30s then a grey 26 and the 43 with a TLR6. I like Glock.
Scott Pulver that 30s is putting a hole in somebody 🤣
I went with a compensated 26. Barrel length becomes the same as the 19 and over all length is just a bit longer but it shoots flat as hell. Plus one extension and a Glock 19 spare mag. Glorious.
the g26 and the g19 barrels or interchangeable and the g19 with a shorter slide would be the perfect carry gun introducing the 26x and 26xl is the answer the people are clambering for not the 43x & 43xl or 48 most of us have g19 g17 and it would give us magazine compatability
What you called a plus one pinky extender is actually a plus two. Getting that twelfth round in there can be quite a job at first, but it is designed to hold twelve, and will do so just fine. Keep it loaded to eleven rounds for a few weeks, and you will find that you can then get that twelfth round in there with just a little extra effort.
I have a G26, by far my fav all around gun.
Mainly about preferences I like 26 because it’s easy to conceal shoots legit the same way as a glock 19 same bullets so might as well go with the smaller one
I have the GAP floor plates on my G26 & 27 it really helps keep it from shifting in your hand while firing. Also helps with your draw.
I have a glock 19 and trust me that is not a Edc gun, the thing weighs a ton and it's quite bulky and substantial. My friend has a 26 and oh man that a cute little gun to have
I like the 26. My first Glock was a 23, and although it's still my favorite, I found it a bit much for every day carrying. I purchased a 26 and a Sneaky Pete holster, wear it everywhere I go.
@@D.L.W. I just carry my model 41 in an ankle holster and call it a day!
I've been trying to decide between these two Glocks for years. It's like trying to decide which of your kids you love more. I just gave up and own them both. I shoot one just about as well as the other, out to 25 yards with both in stock form. The G19 will turn in a slightly better score for me beyond 25 yards.
But I did notice one difference in carrying the G26 concealed, and that was that my draw from an IWB holster was not as good, even with practice, as I would wish when using the flush magazine. So, when carrying that way, I'll use a G26 magazine fitted with a Glock +2 extender. I've also used the G26 with a G19 magazine and an X-grip adapter in this role as well, and that results in a very nice draw with a gun that clears leather just a bit faster than a G19. My spare magazine is always either a G17 or G19 magazine. I only use the flush fit 10 rounders for situations such as pocket carry where the gun must be as small as possible.
I carry the G26 these days much more than the G19, since I have retired to south Florida, keeping the larger gun for home defense with a light on it, or to train new shooters with. If I absolutely had to give one gun up, I'd be keeping the G26, because I can generally make it do anything the G19 can do. I've actually thought about ditching the Glock 19 for a Glock 17 as a house gun, because who cares how big it is in that role?
Thanks for a good video on what must be a "first world problem" only. Choosing WHICH Glock we will be carrying today, lol.
Might as well carry a 22 and keep a desert Eagle 50 under your pillow
The G26 is good if you want to have a gun in your pocket to defend yourself everyday. The G19 is good if you're a cop.
Bahahahahahahaha 😂😭😂
This is such a great channel, it deserves more view.
Thank you for watching our channel.
Great video, solidified my choice of the Glock 26.
Thank you. I hope you enjoy your new G26.
G26 has been my BUG and off duty gun for years. Shoot just as good with the 26 as the 19 out to 25yds. Do have a Pearce +2 extension on my carry mag and have a G17 mag as my back up mag. So I have 13 at the ready and if God forbid I actually have to reload, 17 for reloading. My G19 is my duty/GTW piece. I will be picking up the G19X.
HS, those paddle holsters of yours are a disaster waiting to happen. If debris gets in behind the release button, your gun is locked in tight. I've seen it happen during training when going to ground. The Safariland ALS system is much better, more reliable and safer. I do not work for Safariland. I just want to make sure you're aware of this potentially fatal flaw.
Thanks for taking the time to make this video!
In Gratitude I Am fuck yes. Safarand ALS paddle holster is my way to go around the property or house. Total security. Slap it in an appendix rig and you’re ready to go to town.
I have the 43 with a 1 round extension and mag guts that give me another round. That’s 8 plus 1 in the chamber. Chose the 19 next because it has a light rail so that is my bedside gun. Now I want a 26 for when I want to carry but don’t require the smaller size of the 43. We can open carry in Texas. I generally do not but on occasion I do but would rather carry the 26 over the 19 in that case. Especially if I am open carrying but need to go into an establishment that only allows concealed. Pull my shirt over and I’m good to go. Kinda hard with the 19. Great guns all.
My first Glock was the 19 gen4 , after over 5000+ rounds through it I wanted to sell it to buy me a gen5 19 . so I sold it and stumbled across the gen5 26 so I bought it and absolutely love this gun ! A few months later I went shopped for the gen5 19 and could Not find one anywhere ( this was during COVID-19) so one day I’m in camping world back in the sporting good section and I see a Glock 34MOS gen4 so I thought I really want one of these but was holding out for my g19 , then I said. “screw it ! “. I bout the 34MOS and I absolutely love this gun as well ! I bought three 20 round mags for it and they all are FDE color and put a TLR-4 on it and it’s my night stand gun till “range time” . I also bought the 29 gen4 and the 40MOS installed a Holosun 407co on it and it’s a freaking tac driver! All these glocks and I still don’t have my beloved Glock 19 ………. I hope to save up some $ and finally get one again a gen 5 this time but it’s gonna be a bit, in the meanwhile this Glock 26 gen5 has its new Ameriglo Spartan night sights and pierce mag extensions and has become my everyday everywhere CCW gun , in all honesty it flat delivers the goods down range and on target!
I highly recommend the 26 gen5 ! 🤩🇺🇸
Glock 26 12 rnd in the summer and 26 with the 17mag for winter 💯
It's the 19 for me all the way. I have the 19 gen 3 and love it and here in ND, it's legal to carry during hunting season with the 4 inch bbl
Big deciding factor for me in getting the 26 over the 19 was the capacity, or lack thereof. In Cali the limit here is 10 rounds and my rationale was picking the gun that held 10 by default, rather than pick the 19 and still hold the same amount as the smaller gun (which shoots with similar performance). 2c
I have the 26 and the 17L. I think they are the best two models that Glock makes.
45 is pretty freaking incredible as well!
I carry both with all 3 mags for both, 77 rounds of 9mm and all invisible to the naked eye.
U are a LIAR
@@abcdaw22 1. I am not a liar. Though that is not my carry style anymore.
2. Do you have nothing better than comment on a year old post...get a life.
@@Rain-bp4di u are a LIAR!
I was thinking of putting a pinky Extension on my G26 but now After watching this channel I mind as well get A G19 that is why I love this channel 💯
Thank you.
Well if you just buy both, you might as well get a 17 too. Or you can skip the 26 get a 43x since its the same thing just in single stack. Or just buy all 4 like i did lol
Oh Yeah. 👍
Not the same thing. 43x has a longer grip
Get the 26 with the mag from the 19 as a spare. You can make the 26 bigger but the 19 cant get any smaller.
I own both plus a G43. Love them all
Great firearms but the G27 and G23 are more versatile. All you need is a 9mm conversion barrel and you will have the capability to shoot .40 or 9mm with just one firearm.
I have both the 19 and 26 Gen 4
I love my G 26 3rd Gen because it is smaller than the G19 and just as accurate. Also I have 2 10 round mags, 2 12 round Glock factory mags and it takes G19 mags. I carried a G19 as my Duty Weapon for many years and I loved it for that purpose but upon retirement I sold the G19 and added a G43 to my collection along with my G26. I don't regret this move.
Did u ever miss ur g19
G26 is the way to go in my opinion because you still get 10 rounds with the standard Magazine and you can use G19 and G17 Magazines as well.
Its small enough to conceal and its light.
I have carried mine for 9 years now and will never consider another gun!
The 26 is the perfect ccw. The weight difference is the deciding factor for me. 5-6 oz’s is ALOT.
Nice video. I have a glock 30s and looking to trade it for one of these two for conceal carry. Your video was very informative. I've always wondered though...why reviewers show that the gun is empty before each review? Is not like your going to shoot me through the screen!
Thank-you. We actually get asked enough about the "show clear" that we did a video on it ua-cam.com/video/emzgtt0oQJA/v-deo.html
However, in case that video doesn't interest you - here's why:
We (and other channels like ours) do that for a purpose, it is because there are different reasons people come to UA-cam. Some come purely for entertainment but many are new to firearms and come to UA-cam to learn. As safe handling procedures are the most important factor of dealing with firearms, reinforcing it is important. An inexperienced shooter viewing our videos (or others with a similar mindset) will be reminded of the need to be very aware of the state of the weapon in addition to following the other safety procedures. Every once in a while you hear of somebody being shot by an "unloaded gun" (obviously it wasn't) or during the cleaning procedure. Hopefully reinforcing the need to clear a weapon that is going to be handled for a reason other than actually firing it may educate somebody and prevent a tragedy.
Hammer Striker makes sense. Thanks for the reply. BTW... Do you have a review video of the M&P shield 9mm? I have heard good things about it.
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All my guns are considered loaded, whether loaded or not...
I get mines Thursday. With drum and 30 clip. Am from Chicago. I need the shots these guys out here shooting big guns with 12 rounds or better. Good video
Glock 26 with the mag extensions. I them on all mags it does make a difference. I have above average sized hands.
Shawn the .380 shooter Bane I am a big frame 6'5" and large hands as well and was hoping for a comment like yours.
Follow up question: are they +1 or +2 extensions, and how close do they get to becoming the grip length of the G19? Because if it's down to within half an inch, that settles my personal choice.
If the extensions make the 26 nearly as tall as the 19, I'll take the 19 with a 15+1 capacity. Concealing is not an issue for me since I can hide a 5.5inch tall 1911 with no problems.
Very interesting video. Been on the fence regarding what to buy for home defense, but after watching you video twice ( I am sort of slow) I have decided on the Glock model I want. Thank you for giving me this great information.
Between the G17, G19, and the 26, there’s nit much difference. Sure with a longer barrel you’ll get more velocity, but won’t make all that much difference. Smaller handguns mean more comfortable to carry not shoot necessarily. Guess thats why the medium G19 wins the day in terms of sales. I’ve owned all three models, but have carried a G19 since 2007. Your choice, but not much of a big deal of difference.
Agreed its the best of both worlds
The G26 is .08 inches thinner than the G19 which is why holsters are not always interchangeable.
The 19 really ain't that much bigger than the 26. Additional slide length is basically negligible since it goes in your pants, and the longer grip isn't all that bad either. It's the thickness that gets you. Both are chunky...
which is why I love the G48 lol.
I've fired a Glock and M&P at the range. Both great guns but the Glock trigger won me over. Think I'll get the 26 with the laser and replace the standard sights with night sights.
G26 is the best pistol out there. The grip length is the best on the market. Barrel length is good enough for modern ammo velocity. The hump on the grip fits great in the palm. It is as light as many of the single stacks on the market. Plus you can throw a 17 mag in for night stand duty. I have never had a malfunction with mine - about 3k rounds.
ncbible15 how about reliability ?
ncbible15 I
ncbible15 I like mine but use extenders to keep all my fingers on
have you ever yused the pinky extenders when i shot one at the range i noticed the magazine with the pinky extender pinched my pinky a bit when shooting wondering if it was maybe just their glock or if its common
“The grip length is the best on the market”
Shut the fuck up you midget
I chose the 26. Mainly for concealed carry. 9mm. 10 + 1 shots. Whose to complain?
Absolutely excellent video!! I’m very new to the gun world and this video had all the information I was looking for! Thank you for a very well done, well thought out and very informative video!!
Thank you.
who else would want a fun backyard shooter .22 glock? id love to get that for my kids hahaha.
i always pictured something smaller than a glock 42. maybe 10 round single stack mag of 22. somthign that is literally 1 2/3rd smaller than a glock 17 and this, being a bit cheaper too, would make it an epic affordable rec shooter's dream. atleast mine.
+African Warlord It will surprise me if Glock ever makes a .22. There are conversion kits but they are overpriced. For a fun backyard shooter, check out the Breatta Neos or the Ruger 22/45 Lite (Mark 4 is easier to maintain than Mark 3).
i suppose what i mean is some sort of competition pistol,
i really hate how disgusting and tumorous the competition 22.s look
African Warlord walther p22. But they can be a bitch on ammo. Very pickey
i always use win superX in my pistols/rifles , .22
ruger mark iv
Great info. Thanks for lining this out!
Thank you.
I have and use a BIANCHI fold away holster. It's an OWB holster but can hold a wide variety of GLOCK models including the G19 and G26. I love my holster! I mostly carry my G26 now but could switch back and forth between the G26 and G19 if I wanted to. It's very nice to have that versatility. One thing I love about the G26(Baby GLOCK) is that it's so light and very comfortable to wear. Sometimes! Can't hardly tell I'm wearing it. AND!.......the fact that it's a "double stack" magazine, is a HUGE plus!
it was a very tough decision but i went with the 19 because i just like the grip better. I really like the size of the 26 but i dont really like my pinky floating there.
Always enjoy coming back to these older Hammer & Striker videos especially on subject of my favorite Glock the 26 Gen 5 MOS my favorite summer carry. I prefer a Wright Leather works banshee that fits 19 or 26 and most comfortable holster I own.
Very nice video. I never noticed that there's no accessory rail on the 26. Is that just on the Gen 4? Not that I can get one here in CA anyway. Be thankful you can!!!
The difference can make a difference.
A glock 26, will and can do everything that a 19 can do. U can use a 26 as a duty pistol, with a 17 mag with the sleeve, or use the 10 round mag and go deep concealment
Those pinky extentions are actually +2, I have a couple for my G19 mags that makes them 17 rounders.
Thanks for the great review. I saw your review of the Ruger Mark ll since I just bought a used one. Ive been trying to decide about a 19 or 26 and it lead me to this after checking out your channel. I will subscribe. In the Ruger, it looked like you used a 'dental pick'? ...and those are no callused hands!! Lol Thanks Doc
Great video! I’ve been thinking of getting a springfield hellcat cause i love the size, but i think I’m gonna pick up a 26 for summer carry, and keep my 19 for home duties and maybe winter carry.
Thank you. Either will be a great choice.
Hellcat kicks like a mule, it's no competition.
I can't hit crap with a Hellcat
Or option c:
Get both and a g21 for a home defense option.
F G Type Zero 0 I had a 21sf and I sold it to a pawnshop on 10/2/17, Too damn big and very unnecessary!!!
Looking at the g29 or g30 but for the meantime I own a gen4 26 and I loved it more.
After I bought the G21sf I ask myself "why did I buy this big ass damn gun" LoL
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I'm glad you found a system that works for you.
I love my g21, is a daily part of my system and it's a great shooter. It's big but not nearly as heavy as it looks.
F G Type Zero 0 already there. G21SF
G21 gen 4 for me. Big, but not too big.
G21 SF gen3 is my home defense gun too
I carry a 26L... its a PSA Dagger slide on a P80sc frame and a 2a3d spacer to cover the exposed recoil spring....BTW the Magpul 12rd mags are shorter than the Glock +1 mag
I do wish the 26 had a rail for a mini-light. I know you can get a TLR streamlight but it's hideous as hell.
Get a p80 lower
I may just be crazy. I know the 17 and 19 are the same width but I swear my 19 grip feels wider in my hand and less comfortable.. I know it's unrelated sort of, I'm just venting haha great comparison!
Thank you. The difference is likely due to where the "hump" at the lower part of the grip falls due to the height difference. If you have a backstrap on the 19, try going one size lower for that than you use on the 17.
@@HammerStriker Thanks for the reply! yeah I use no backstrap on either. This is really probably just a subconscious gripe to be able to justify yet another pistol purchase hahahahah
You kind of remind me of the gun salesman from the movie Taxi Driver lol
That is a great scene ...personally , I think Travis made the right choice. He bought them all !
This is the toughest decision I faced with the 19 and 26. I went with the 19 and an ec9s.
Great comparison video. Good job.
Thank you.
I recently visited the range and got a chance to inspect a G26 gen 5. I really wanted to like it, but I found that I couldn't rack the slide all the way back on the baby Glock whereas it was super easy on the G19. Was it something I was doing wrong, or is there genuinely that much difference in the spring? Also, is the M&P 2.0 Subcompact very difficult to manipulate compared to any of those, or any of the newer Ruger or Sig pistols (I can manage most of those quite easily)?
Might be to late to recommend these but if you have issues racking the slide back, you should try the m&p sheild ez, or the m&p equalizer models of guns. My dad is old with weak hands and arthritis and he can pull those back easily. The only thing I don't like is the grip safety but that maybe a positive for you
I got me my first glock and it is the glock 19. I just can't do the 26. It is uncomfortable for me
And I'm getting a backup glock 19 too. Just like my backup m&p m2.0 3.6' to my primary m2.0 3.6'
Thank you very much for this great video! I've been contemplating buying a Glock soon and it's between the 26 or the 19 and this definitely helps me make a decision. I have relatively small hands so the 26 actually feels really good in my hand but the 19 does give a better grip. I'm going to be buying it for a CC so I'm thinking the 26 is the way I'm gonna go but I think I'll check them both out and make my decision once I handled them both.
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I ended up going with a Gen 3 19. Fits my hand perfectly and it's a great pistol. May still snag a 26 eventually because it is a bit easier to conceal and fits my fiancé's hand.
Great review. Recover Tactical has a picatinny rail mount for a 26.
I have a Taurus g2c and walther ppq m2 and I'm looking at getting something lighter like Springfield xds, Glock 26, or the walther ppq sc. I think I'm get both the walther ppq sc and glock 26 lol
there are other grip extenders out there that add 1 round and dont stick up so much, look at pearce grip extensions for the glock 26 great to add another grip just like factory
People get the 26 because is smaller hand grip. A month after they buy a magazine extender for more rounds n longer better grip and they r like why the heck dint I just bought the glock 19 🤔🤔🤗🤗
Thanks bro ! Answered all my questions!
I passed on both..got a Glock 30 SF….. ammo is expensive though. Considering one of these now for cheaper training days
Okay so I have a question my wife bought me a Springfield xd compact 3.3 I took it out to the range and had no accuracy with it my friend took his glock 19 and I had no trouble hitting the targets could that be because it’s a bigger gun I’m more accurate with it or could it be brands I would like to get the glock 26 for conceal carry I just don’t want to end up with the same problem I’m having with my Springfield
The larger the gun, the more forgiving it tends to be toward improper grip and trigger management. Small, thin guns are harder to get a proper grip on along with getting your trigger finger properly positioned. It just takes a bit more work. One thing with the trigger is to try to use the first pad of your finger, if you cannot due to large hands then use the second pad - but never center the trigger on a joint - always a pad.
Nice review on a pair of very popular firearms. Hammer Striker are you located in central Florida?
Thank-you. Yes, we are based in Central Florida which is a perfect place to have a gun channel since we can be outside year round.
I thought so. I am about 1 hour north of you (Summerfield) and just maybe here soon I'll come and check out the gun store Guns Galore! Thanks.
I can't find that locking holster for the glock 26. Is there a link to them?
They are now "imidefense", you can order from their site and they will come over from Isreal so it takes a couple of weeks. Part number is IMI-Z1040
What kydex holsters are those two with the locking mechanism. I can't find it online.
These are IWI holsters but are now sold as IMI (imidefense.com) .
If i was only thinking about getting one glock what should i get? Im 5'9 and i want concealed carry more right now but does it really make a difference having it go smaller and does that affect it at all?
Smaller is easier to hide in more places, harder to shoot well. I carry a G26 in a pocket most of the time (sometimes a G29). If carry is your bias and you are willing to practice to get good with it, go with the G26. If you want the 3-finger grip then the G19 covers that base.
I got the glock 27 gen 4 40 caliper dark earth color
What prevents the glock 26 fitting into the holsters made for 19/17? All along I thought that the glock 26 is smaller on every dimension compared to bigger glocks
It all depends upon the holster. There is a slight difference in size/shape/position of the trigger guard as well as differences in the shape of the dust cover. Holsters for the Compact (19 for example) are more likely to fit a Subcompact (ex: 26) than a holster for a Full-Size (ex: 17). Kydex holsters that use those components as part of a retention mechanism or that are tightly formed to the shape of the gun for a "friction/squeeze" retention may have issues. Those that are less specific to the exact shape of the gun such as non-retention or those that use a thumb-break or other rear retention will usually work. "Pouch Style" holsters are fine as well.
Carrying a G26. Looking at getting G19. I carry appendix style and worry the 19 will dig into my lower .... abdomen. Thoughts??
Short pistols are best suited to appendix. Things like the G26, Shield, Hellcat, etc.
In your opinion, is there a big difference in recoil between 26 vs 19? I know 9mm is rather mild anyways. Have the 19 and love it but tough for summer carry. 43 is nice size but hate 6 rounds and tad snappy. Trying to find in between (10 rds plus) that shoots like 19 but more concealable in summer time - any help greatly appreciated
The biggest difference is the number of fingers you can get on the grip. If you have average to strong hands you will have no trouble at all. If you have less powerful hands you may find it uncomfortable as it may be more inclined to muzzle flip. Pinky extenders can help but then you are getting back toward a G19 size grip. I find felt recoil to be about the same on either gun and have no trouble keeping it in my hand and on target..
If the '43 is just a little snappy to you then the 26 will likely feel fine and be easy to control.
The 26 is the choice for you then
Bigger guns are easier to shoot and more accurate.
Great review
Thank-you.
How to conceal gun perfectly under thin shirt or t-shirt in summer. Glock 19
Glock 26 has loose hand grip.
Unfortunately thin shirts and carry tend to not play nicely. The only real way to do it is if the shirt is a bit oversized so it is loose and a bit longer. Tight shirts will print for sure and short shirts will be likely to ride up and sit on top of the grip (exposing it). Despite the heat (which I am not really built to tolerate), I find that slightly thicker shirts tend to conceal better and stay off the grip better.
God damn I just can't take it anymore listen to you guys talking about how an inch or less and either barrel length for grip is the sustained and deal breaker on whether or not a pistol is concealable. Absolutely ridiculous! Particularly when you're talking about giving up capacity or proper grip . I love glocks but nothing short of 43 is going to fit somebody's pocket. These things are engineered aesthetically in the same place that designs cinder blocks. Buy a tight-fitting holster or shove the thing in the back of your pants, put on a long shirt and drive the f*** on!
But can you tell us how you really feel lmfao 😂 let it out bro, most people know what your talking about
Dude, take a chill pill.