G34 vs. G17 For IDPA

[PEC-Memphis]

G34 vs. G17 -

I have been considering the G34, however I would like the TFO sights. On a G34 the TFO front sight overhangs the slide cutout. Which seems like it would increase the possiblity of breaking the sight.

How much advantage is the G34 over the G17 for IDPA? I can get a pretty good deal on a slightly used G17 which already has the 3.5# trigger connector, an extended slide release and an extended magazine release. About $170-180 less than a new G34.

If ran across a "deal" on a G34 slide, does anyone know if a G34 slide can be installed on a G17 frame? Of course it would need the G34 barrel - but does the guide rod differ from the G34 vs. the G17.

Any thoughts on the TFO sights shortening the sight radius on either pistol?

Thanks...
Haben sie einen guten glocking Tag!

[kbg35]

The 34 slide will fit on 17 frame. As for the TFO sights...I shoot with several people that have these sights and have had no problems. The advantage of the 34 really comes in to play for longer shots 15-15 yds. I started with a G19 and then went to the G34...my game went throught the roof! As for the guide rod and spring...I think they are the same. My suggestion is to shoot them both and see which one you like the best.

[Pierre!]

And don't forget to check your identical post in the General Glocking section... Left you a solid post there as well...

HTH

[Joe D]

I find that I shoot both of them about the same. They use the same spring and GR. If you can get the G17 for $350 then that's the gun I would buy.
Get some 147 gr bullets if you are going to use the gun for competition. It will shoot much softer with them.

[Hozer]

For IDPA I like the 17 more. For IPSC with longer and tighter shots I like the 34.

I tried the 147s (4,000 of them) and went back to the 124s. I like a snappy and fast recoil as opposed to a soft and slow recoil.

[kyjack45]

If you plan on shooting GSSF Amateur (Civilian or Guardian) or Stockmeister, you should get the Glock 17. Otherwise, I suggest the Glock 34.

[shortcircuit]

I prefer the 34 for IDPA, but the 17 your looking at(with the mods) sounds good too. Get them both

[Nowhere Man]

At the '06 IDPA National Championships more shooters chose the G34 over any other weapon. 46 G34's vs 36 G17's. 0 G19's.


Dave

[Jerseycitysteve]

I'd get a G34 if it meant the difference between shooting masters or expert. Otherwise, I'd stick with the G17.

[GlockRik]

I have owned a 34, have a 35 now. JoeD gave some good advice. For the money, I would get the 17. The 17 will not hold you back over the 34. Replace the sights and you're ready to go. In a couple of years you will find out if you "got game". If you do, you'll have bought a couple more guns by then anyway.
GoodGlokin,
Rik

P.S. If I "got game", it hasn't shown up yet.:supergrin:

[GRR]

I think its pretty much preference of the shooter. I shoot the 34 better than the 17. I think it has more to do with balance than sight radius. A little more weight out front.