Going long

[brock sampson]

Hey all,
I've been lately considering a model 34 to compliment my small collection. I have also been thinking about getting into some competition shooting (or at least practicing more with that goal in mind). I've heard good things from those who have 34's and 35's but what is the real difference? Are they noticeably more accurate? Easier to shoot?
I'm just trying to get a general impression here. Thanks for any input.

[ffcracker]

I find it very easy to get back on target with my G34 after each shot. I also think the triger pull is smoother than the pull of the G17(IMHO ). It is a very well balanced handgun.

[awlglock]

Both pistols are easy to shot. It depends what you are going to shot. I don't know much about IDPA but I do shot IPSC matches. The 34 is a great production class gun and the 35 is a good lim/lim 10 pistol due to the fact that you can't make major with 9mm.

[Cannon7mm]

Could someone tell me hten what is the difference between the G17L and the G34?

I don't quite understand the subtle differences.

I want to use the gun for IPSC. Which would you recommend?

[awlglock]

The G17L has a six inch barrel while the G34 has a 5.4 inch barrel.

[Cannon7mm]

Is the length the only difference?

Which do you think would be better for IPSC?

[awlglock]

Length is really the only difference. The 34 would be best for IPSC, especially for production class. If you want to shoot limited or limited 10 you really need a 40 cal to make major. Shooting a 9 mm is tough because 90% of your hits need to be in the A range to be competitive in lim or lim 10. A 24 or 35 make for good limited guns while the 34 is a great production gun.

[wekivaGLOX]

http://www.teamglock.com/Glock-Buyers-Guide/Glock-17L.htm

http://www.teamglock.com/Glock-Buyers-Guide/Glock-34.htm

also, the front of the 34 is "melted", which does make for great holstering.

[epsylum]

Originally posted by wekivaGLOX
http://www.teamglock.com/Glock-Buyers-Guide/Glock-17L.htm

http://www.teamglock.com/Glock-Buyers-Guide/Glock-34.htm

also, the front of the 34 is "melted", which does make for great holstering.

Ahh already quoting the new web site I see.

I bet this is the big secret Gaston was talking about. An actual up-to-date website. ;f

[wekivaGLOX]

"I bet this is the big secret Gaston was talking about. An actual up-to-date website."

I'm afraid that technology seems out of his grasp.

Minimalism-it's the least you can do.

[izzyandal]

I got rid of my G17. I just could not get decent groups.
Perhaps it is because I started shooting pistols in October 2004.
Since then I have had lots of trigger time including shooting a S&W Model 66. I shoot the wheelgun almost always in DA and I think (other than the heavier pull)the long pull is nearly akin to the first shot with the G34.
At ten yards I make one hole with 50 rounds. At 75 feet I can keep them mostly in the X and all in the 10 ring.
I am pleasantly surprised at what a tack driver is the G34. I can shoot tighter groups than with my Kimber 9mm. Stainless Target II.
Only my Sig Trailside with a Matchpoint 2,4,6,8 Red dot is more accurate than the G34

I am still shooting factory 115gr FMJ and 147grHP's. I will soon start to load my own for the G34.

[Sean VHA #60013]

Originally posted by Cannon7mm
Is the length the only difference?

Which do you think would be better for IPSC?

Just to make visualization easier, here are my G17L and G34 together, along with a 17 at bottom of the first pic.



http://images12.fotki.com/v216/photos/3/39835/1045193/GlockLongslides1-vi.jpg

http://images14.fotki.com/v205/photos/3/39835/1045193/GlockLongslides7-vi.jpg

http://images14.fotki.com/v205/photos/3/39835/1045193/GlockLongslides3-vi.jpg