Changing my carry weapon to a G29

[pk1]

I have decided to purchase a G29 to replace my G22 as my everyday CCW. I love the reduced size and it is a 10 mm - do not need to say anymore! With that said I decided to pay a visit to the 10 ring and get some advice. I am interested in getting some advice on how to outfit this weapon for all day, everyday concealed carry. I would like to hear everyones opinions on holsters, sights and any other after market modifications that will get the most out of this already potent defensive weapon. I do not intend to turn the gun into a target pistol, but anything that betters the performance at self defense ranges interests me. I also would like to hear opinions on ammo for practice as well as defense purposes. I am leaning towards the 180 gr Cor bon JHP for defensive carries. Thanks in advance and I look forward to hearing everyones suggestions!

[hartzpad]

I bought a Glock 29 to replace my Steyr S9 as my carry pistol becuase it has much more stopping power, only 2 rounds fewer capacity and it actually smaller than the S9.

I just added some A-Grip and it really helps with recoil as well as a firm grip without sticking to clothing like rubber slip on grips do as you draw.

[xrmattaz]

:) I personally favor the Milt Sparks Executive Companion holster for the "big" Glocks.....I use the VM2 or CompTac for the littler ones.

My daily carry this time of year is a G20, and really disappears in the Exec. Comfort is second to none, IMO.

For ammo....Double Tap 165gr. Gold Dots!

[pk1]

The VM2 and the CompTac are two of holsters I have been seriously considering - thanks for reaffirming my thoughts. Has anyone changed to the 3.5 trigger?

[hartzpad]

Originally posted by pk1
The VM2 and the CompTac are two of holsters I have been seriously considering - thanks for reaffirming my thoughts. Has anyone changed to the 3.5 trigger?

I thought about a 3.5lb for my G29 but I decided it was better not to have it on a CCW. If it was a range pistol I would definitely do it.

[jws10mm]

Congradulations on your G29 10mm purchase pk1! My daily CCW carry G29 sports Glock night sights, 3.5 pound connector with the smooth trigger, extended slide release, and Pearce grip extensions on the mags. The one other modification I had done to my G29 is Mag-Na-Porting. Alot of people disagree with porting a defensive pistol but I absolutely love it. It makes hot Double Tap loads feel like shooting .40 cal target ammo and it also aids in quick follow up shots. As for leather I carry mine in a Aker belt slide holster accompanied by an extra G20 mag in a single mag pouch as my reload. I carry my G29 loaded with DT 155 Gold Dots and have also tried Cor Bon 135's, and Winchester Silver Tips. Currently I shoot Georgia Arms 180 grain remanufactured ammo for range use and I'm thinking of switching over to Lancer Ammo for their resonable prices. This is one sweet, acccurate, powerful little pistol and mine is set up just how I like it. I'm sure you'll enjoy yours too!

[wisatche]

What's wrong with porting a defensive pistol? is it because of the greater flash in low light conditions or is there something else I'm missing?

[ShootNMove]

I think a ported G29 would be absolutely deafening to shoot in a self defense situation.

Otherwise, I recommend you get Pearce grip extensions for your mags, extended slide release, some sights you like, and leave it at that. For a holster, CompTac CTAC is about as good as it gets.

Great choice!!!;z ;z

[jws10mm]

The flash in low light is one downfall to porting and the hot gasses will burn you if the pistol is fired close to the body. If someone was ever in a defensive situation where they have to fire their pistol close to their body I think that being slightly burned would be a better outcome than being dead. I like the porting on my G29 for the reduction in recoil, low muzzle flip and fast follow up shots and I highly reccomend it.

[jws10mm]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by ShootNMove
[B]I think a ported G29 would be absolutely deafening to shoot in a self defense situation.

I would think in a self defense situation the sound would'nt even bother you with a major adrenaline pump going on.

[Pacificus]

Originally posted by pk1
I have decided to purchase a G29 to replace my G22 as my everyday CCW. I love the reduced size and it is a 10 mm - do not need to say anymore! With that said I decided to pay a visit to the 10 ring and get some advice. I am interested in getting some advice on how to outfit this weapon for all day, everyday concealed carry. I would like to hear everyones opinions on holsters, sights and any other after market modifications that will get the most out of this already potent defensive weapon. I do not intend to turn the gun into a target pistol, but anything that betters the performance at self defense ranges interests me. I also would like to hear opinions on ammo for practice as well as defense purposes. I am leaning towards the 180 gr Cor bon JHP for defensive carries. Thanks in advance and I look forward to hearing everyones suggestions!


Well, I don't know about going with a 10mm if you think you need better stopping power. It's a little iffy in that department if you ask me. Since you need more power what I would suggest is a Springfield Armory Micro or a Para Companion and get a 460 Rowland conversion for it. Now that's a perfect combination of small size and power. Add to that the benefit of a full .45 caliber instead of a .40 and you would be well armed. If you're going to step up in power and want real stopping power you need to go with the 460 Rowland. Now that's the ticket. I don't see why you would need to bother with the barely adequate G29 when you can get something that's truly powerful like the Rowland.

[jws10mm]

Originally posted by Pacificus
Well, I don't know about going with a 10mm if you think you need better stopping power. It's a little iffy in that department if you ask me. I don't see why you would need to bother with the barely adequate G29 when you can get something that's truly powerful like the Rowland.

Man are you ok? I don't think you have a clue about the 10mm and what its capable of. I would'nt dare call the G29 or any 10mm handgun barely adequate for stopping power. IF and when someone would ever need to use a pistol to defend themselves the 10mm would be more than adequate and its certainly not "a little iffy in that department". I feel that the 10mm Auto is one of the best defensive cartriges available and with the hot loadings offered from Double Tap you definitly have enough stopping power for whatever situation you may encounter.

[ShootNMove]

I think that guy was just joking with you, at least I hope he was.;z ;z

[Akita]

GET TRITIUM. Consider that a Commandment.

I have a set of TruGlo Tritium + fiber optics on order to try- I have seen them on a friends Glock and thought they excel in dusky conditions. At night, they are pretty much like any tritium sight. In the day, they Really Excel.

Holster: your body type will dictate what works best for you. Try out a bunch.

Other: leave it as stock as possible. Glocks are Reliable. Period. Some say potential legal problems if you tweek it, but I dont buy into that argument.

Oh, and shoot Double Tap Golden Sabre or Gold Dots, probably in either 165 or 180 grains.

[Viesczy]

While from long barrels the 460 Rowland does produce some impressive #s, I doubt that from the shorter barrels of the pistols mention the added cost, flash and noise would make the Rowland any better than the non wildcat rounds available. I bet that the #s would be 100fps better if that much.

That said, from a 5" barrel doesn't the Rowland churn out like 950ft/lbs? That's a lot of medicine, but it isn't really intended to be a defensive cartridge is it? More of a 44 Mag from an auto cart.

I'll stick with my iffy 10mm, .357 and 9x25s from Double Tap.

Derek

[AndABeer]

Sights = Ameriglo Smooth Operators

[Pacificus]

Originally posted by ShootNMove
I think that guy was just joking with you, at least I hope he was.;z ;z

You're right. I should have included smilies so people would know not to take my point seriously. On the other hand, I was also making another point. Some people never seem to understand that you don't have to have an elephant gun to stop someone. In fact, a 9mm works like a charm most of the time, especially if you know how to shoot. The idea that someone needs a 10mm for self defense to me is a little silly. With what's available nowadays in 9, 40, and 45ACP the idea you need more than they offer is nonsense.

No handgun caliber is going to stop 100% of the time and that includes the 10mm. It's no miracle bullet. In fact, it's hard to make a case that it's really any superior to other premium quality ammunition. It isn't a surprise that many people fall for the bigger is always better theory. Switching from something like a G30 to a G29 because the .45 is inadequate will get a lot of argument from most experts. So, the bottom line is this; any modern high quality ammunition will work effectively if it is used properly. If not, then there are no guarantees. Moving up to a caliber as powerful as the 10mm is far from necessary. It's also why hardly anyone uses it. Like some say, if you can't do the job with 8 rounds of .45ACP you're probably out of luck anyway.

One other thing, the Rowland with Georgia Arms 230 grain bullets goes 1370fps and has 958lbs of muzzle energy. If you think you need a 10mm why not this?

[Metric]

Under ideal circumstances the 9mm etc. may do the job just fine. It's nice, however, to know that you've got some extra "help" if you need it!