A G-29 conversion barrel that's unbelievable!

[tkosiba]

Ok, die hard 10mm guys, don't throw me to the wolves.

I picked up an LWD 10/40 barrel for the convenience of reloading small primers on my Dillion press (just use the .40 shell plate for everything with different pins). But guess what I discovered? A highly accurate, controllable, and fun to shoot .40 S & W. Now realize, I'm not a fan of 40. Actually, it is my least favorite caliber. (That's why I shoot 10mm, because I think it has a less abrupt power curve and is nice, regardless of power). But, my LWD conversion barrel in this particular combo is outstanding!

Beyond volume shooting with a 9mm, this G-29 .40 version will be tough to beat for practice. And BTW, my new Gen 3, G-29 SF (with the ok, new grey/black slide finish) has a great out of the box trigger. Probably, one of the best I've experienced. And yes, I do have the 4256 -1- trigger bar, so go figure.

[firemedic1343]

Shooting the short and weak from a G20 and G29 can be MUCH more comfortable than shooting a factory Glock .40 S&W

[oceanbob]

Those .40 barrels are great...!...I run one in my G20 and my G29.

I shoot my Glock 23 and Glock 35 in .40. No problems, but I do notice shooting .40 in my large framed Glocks is much more fun. (easy on the grip as well).

But then again, I also have fun with my 9X25 on my G20. ($) Like having a pet Dragon..LOL

Bob

[Kegs]

I am looking forward to getting a .40 conversion barrel with full case support so I can shoot serious .40 s&w rounds out of. Don't fool yourself - .40 s&w has more potential than you can imagine - in fact, it has every bit the potential 10mm does (and more) with the right load.

[firemedic1343]

I am looking forward to getting a .40 conversion barrel with full case support so I can shoot serious .40 s&w rounds out of. Don't fool yourself - .40 s&w has more potential than you can imagine - in fact, it has every bit the potential 10mm does (and more) with the right load.


You think you could load em hotter than your hot 10mm loads?

[offsidewing]

I've got a 10-.40 conversion barrel I use for my G20 and it's very easy shooting. Recoil is less than on my G19 and way less than the G23... I reload 10mm so the barrel gets little use now...

[_The_Shadow]

No complaints shooting my Storm Lake 40S&W conversion from the G-29 and the Bar-Sto Match Grade 40S&W from my S&W 1006 since early 90's...Loads of fun!

Of course I can say the same for the 9x25 Dillon conversions for both guns as well!

What's not to like and enjoy!

[agtman]

Ok, die hard 10mm guys, don't throw me to the wolves.

I picked up an LWD 10/40 barrel for the convenience of reloading small primers on my Dillion press (just use the .40 shell plate for everything with different pins). But guess what I discovered? A highly accurate, controllable, and fun to shoot .40 S & W. Now realize, I'm not a fan of 40. Actually, it is my least favorite caliber. (That's why I shoot 10mm, because I think it has a less abrupt power curve and is nice, regardless of power). But, my LWD conversion barrel in this particular combo is outstanding!

Beyond volume shooting with a 9mm, this G-29 .40 version will be tough to beat for practice. And BTW, my new Gen 3, G-29 SF (with the ok, new grey/black slide finish) has a great out of the box trigger. Probably, one of the best I've experienced. And yes, I do have the 4256 -1- trigger bar, so go figure.

Actually, that's was pretty much my experience with the drop-in LWD .40 tube and my G29. I found shooting CCI/Blazer's factory 180gn .40 load to more accurate out of it than from a shootin' buddy's G23. Go figure ...:dunno:

I reload for the 10mm, but not the .40. I got the LWD .40 tube for the occasional times when I can access local PD range ammo, their issued weapon being a Sig 226 in .40S&W. About a 5-second barrel-swap out and I'm up and shooting their fodder.

Maybe it's the combination of a LWD match-grade barrel and the wider girth of the 29's backside that distributes the "snappiness" of the .40 recoil, but what's felt, I think, is quite mild and less snappy than in a G23.

Just my 2-cents ...

:cool:

[MinervaDoe]

I picked up an LWD 10/40 barrel for the convenience of reloading small primers on my Dillion press (just use the .40 shell plate for everything with different pins). But guess what I discovered? A highly accurate, controllable, and fun to shoot .40 S & W. Now realize, I'm not a fan of 40. Actually, it is my least favorite caliber. (That's why I shoot 10mm, because I think it has a less abrupt power curve and is nice, regardless of power). But, my LWD conversion barrel in this particular combo is outstanding!
It makes perfect sense. Shooting the .40 out of a large frame Glock will tame the cartridge down some. Plus, you can take advantage of any discounted ammunition you can find in this popular cartridge. I have a .40 conversion barrel on my list, but it is not a high priority at this point.
You think you could load em hotter than your hot 10mm loads?
Kegs loaded some .40 S&W up so hot that it was popping the primers out.
For some reason, he still thinks he can get away with loading them up past SAAMI spec.

http://www.fototime.com/47EB014E85B757D/standard.jpg
It'a all fun and games until someone loses an eye.

[Kegs]

You think you could load em hotter than your hot 10mm loads?

Depends how quickly the primer shoots out - if it doesn't shoot out, I could possibly top the 10mm. The .40 s&w case is plenty strong enough.

[Kegs]

Kegs loaded some .40 S&W up so hot that it was popping the primers out.
For some reason, he still thinks he can get away with loading them up past SAAMI spec.

No, actually I loaded up 10mm that hot - plenty of them. Once I saw that, I backed down (after more than half of them get that way), plus it's hard to get the brass out since they are melted (well not really :rofl: ) to the inside of the chamber.

I stopped short on the .40 s&w because my current barrel (a federal arms which I bought for real cheap second hand) lacks chamber support and the cases started to look "iffy" when I loaded the 200 @ 1040 fps or so - the .40 is capable of WAY more than that, but not with a crappy supported barrel.

Once I get a decent .40 s&w conversion barrel in there, I might forgo the 10mm all together. Less powder to get the same speed, what would the point of the 10 be? :wavey:

I like your gun! (needs a parascope sight on it): http://www.fototime.com/47EB014E85B757D/standard.jpg

[EAA10]

Is anyone running a LWD 10mm to 40conversion made for the 20 in their 29?
Are there any advantages to doing this, for the 29 I am referring to. I am thinking about getting a 20 soon, and this way I would be able to shoot 40 cal out of either of them.

Thanks,

[oceanbob]

Is anyone running a LWD 10mm to 40conversion made for the 20 in their 29?
Are there any advantages to doing this, for the 29 I am referring to. I am thinking about getting a 20 soon, and this way I would be able to shoot 40 cal out of either of them.

Thanks,


It won't fit. Different locking lugs.

[EAA10]

It won't fit. Different locking lugs.


Ok Thanks...................

[VN350X10]

I'd make a suggestion on .40's loaded for a big frame Glock w/conversion barrel.
Load to the 10MM length & your feeding becomes far more relilable out of the big frame mags. This also keeps the peak pressures down.
We've run a .40 cal in a 20 open gun, easily makes major & no attempting to recover the valuable brass, .40S&W brass is like fly dung !

The depth of the chamber will be the limiting factor to the OAL.

uncle albert

[MinervaDoe]

I like your gun! (needs a parascope sight on it): http://www.fototime.com/47EB014E85B757D/standard.jpg
It's an Italian thing. I'm glad you appreciate it. Not everyone gets it.