lone wolf barrel chamber and velocity lost from g19 to g26

[mrpnk83]

Two issues:

1) What kind of velocity is lost going from a g19 barrel to a g26 (especially with +p loads)?

I did some searching but didnt have any luck and thought you could help.


2) I got an extended ported barrel from Lone Wolf Dist. for my g19 and it seems that the chambers is much tighter, will this change over time?

After installing the barrel and testing cycling with snap caps I tried with corbon +p 125gr HP and had to fight to extract a chambered round. Other HPs and FMJs were easier than corbon's but harder than with OEM barrel. The rifling had a tight grip on the bullet.

When I went to the range, it functioned find except for an early stove pipe (case was mouth down, primer pointed at sun). After some shooting I found that I could more easily hand cycle, but still have to use more force with the corbon. However, I am still concerned because ejected brass do not fly as far or in as consistent a direction as with the stock barrel. The ports offer a small but noteworthy reduction in muzzle flip, more so with +p ammo, which now feels more like the cheap plinking stuff.

Although I did not think the Lone Wolf barrel would be good for carry, I was hoping it would so I could drop my g19 barrel in the g26.

[JR]

1 You will pick up more bullet velocity if you use a G19 barrel in your G26

2 You will not loose any velocity using a LWD extended ported barrel when compared to a factory barrel because the ports are located at the end of the barrel. Yes these ports will help you maintain control and reduce muzzle rise. The ports work best with hotter ammunition.

3 The LWD chamber is tighter than a Glock factory chamber. No the LWD chamber will not expand or change over time.

4 Evidently the bullet profile you are currently using is engaging the rifling and causing the ammunition to stick in the chamber. If you plan to continue using the Corbon ammunition I recommend you return the barrel so we can open the chamber up slightly. No problem, no charge. We will perform the modification and return ship the barrel back to you the same day we receive it.

[mrpnk83]

Thanks JR. It is good to see that you are continue to be active on the board - I was hoping to get some feedback from other customers before I had to bother you with an inquiry :)

Although my experience is limited so far, I only have positive thinks to say about my interactions with Lone Wolf Dist. Your support of, and involvement in this board really attracted me. Of course the good prices and and service didn't hurt either...

I appreciate the offer to open the chamber. It looks like I need to decide whether I want to use the ported barrel as a range toy only or have the chamber opened up a little for more general use. I am currently inclined to send it back for the work but have not made up my mind. If it is ok, I will try to e-mail you with my decision within the next day or so.

FWIW I tried out my new g26 and had the LWD barrel in it briefly - Ran like a champ either way.

Finally, does anyone have any data on the drop in velocity from the g19 barrel to the g26 barrel with varius ammo?

[JR]

I know I said we would open up the chamber but its not really like it will be much larger when we are finished. The most important thing is that we set the lands back (taper cut) a few thousandths. This will allow the longer projectile a little more room in the chamber without engaging the lands.

You might try running your own velocity tests. All you need is a chronograph. You can pick one up pretty cheap these days (under $100).

Thanks for all your support!

[mrpnk83]

JR - You talked me into it. I will send you an e-mail.