Tell Us About Your G-23

[DonGlock26]

For all of those that have a G-23, let's hear about your pistol, modifications, shooting experiences, holsters, and any pics you might have.

I have a new G-23 with 3 hi-cap mags. I have a fobus paddle holster and mag carrier. I use 165gr RangerT. I'm adding a steel front sight, NY-1 trigger spring, and a smooth trigger bar.







Thanks,

Don

[HalfMoon]

My first Glock 23 is almost 16 years old. I bought it new in 1991. Everytime I have pulled the trigger it went BANG! :supergrin:

Not much to say other than it's never given me a minute's trouble, except when I reassembled it wrong the first time I stripped the lower down to really clean it (last year....). The first 9 years I owned it I never stripped the upper down, basically I just cleaned the exterior surfaces and the barrel.

[SDGlock23]

I've had mine right at five years. It's been dropped on concrete several times, kicked across gravel (all accidents mind you) and I've had the slide refinished several times. It's more accurate now than it's ever been.

It wears Ameriglo Operator night sights and a Hogue handall grip. Occasionally I'll use my 22lb spring and stainless steel guide rod. I have a factory 357 SIG barrel for it, a 9mm conversion barrel for it, and a .40 cal BarSto barrel as well, but for carrying, it's stock setup for me.

Oh, and 165gr Rangers are about as good as it gets! :thumbsup:

[kirgi08]

Mine is 3rd gen,it has tru dots a 2.5 trigger ext slide release,Wolf titanium guide rod,spring.It's pd or race ready,I hit the 10ring at 25yrds,off hand a full mag at a time.It rocks.:thumbsup:

[pens-66]

I have a G23 Homeland Defender..I carry it everywhere I go everyday..Where permitted....I use a Glaco Matrix M7 for OWB and a High Noon Split Descision for IWB...I love it...besides all the goodies it came with all I did was add the 'ol bicycle inner tube grip...:banana:

[hokieglock]

3.5# trigger connector, night sights and 165gr ranger t's. it and my g27 are my carry guns when i'm not behind enemy lines.

[pens-66]

I am also looking at getting the 3.5 lb connector and the extended take down lever also.

[Glock: For Hire]

I bought my first one back in August of 1999. It's the 3rd Gen in my sig line. I have it set up with a smooth trigger, 3.5 lb connector and a NY-1 spring. I like this set up because the NY-1 is a more durable spring and the reset is faster. FYI all four of my Glocks are set up this way. I like to run 180's through them because I tend to shoot this load better than others, though I am prone to experimenting with other weights. Presently I am running Speer Gold Dot 180 grain jhp slugs for defense.

My first G-23 is also sporting Heinie Slant Pro Straight Eight night sights. I like these a lot. I think the target acquisition is a little faster than the three dot systems. Eventually all my Glocks will have these sights.

I love both my G23's. I'll probably pick up another 3rd Gen version when finances allow it. I find that they do have that great niche of not being too big or too small, with more than adequate fire power. They are probably one of my all time favorite carry guns. My first one has the highest round count and has been through some excellent training. It keeps shooting better and better.

Really hard to go wrong with this model.

Best,
Dave

[DonGlock26]

Great posts, Guys.


Thanks,

Don

[kirgi08]

Ask and Ye shall recieve.:tongueout: :tongueout: :thumbsup:

[mike23]

Great posts! The 23 is my favorite GLOCK!

My 23 is set up with a 3.5# connector & NY-1 trigger spring; extended slide stop and a 20/21 magazine catch. I have Warren Tactical Carry sights installed. I use the 23 along with my 19 for IDPA, but the 23 is my primary CCW. I have a factory GLOCK 357 barrel and love the 357/40 combo; 2 guns in one!

[silversport]

Just picked up a brand new in the box "Gunny" GLOCK 23...5lb trigger and standard sights...buddy had it as a back up in his gun safe and needed money for a G22 so...offerred me a killer price so I could not say "No."...I had recently sold off my G27 to a new officer that did not have anything for off duty and found myself missing a .40S&W...this one looks sweet and my first GLOCK with the shinier finish and newer cas instead of the duller gray and Tupperware box...
Bill

[DonGlock26]

Originally posted by silversport
Just picked up a brand new in the box "Gunny" GLOCK 23...5lb trigger and standard sights...buddy had it as a back up in his gun safe and needed money for a G22 so...offerred me a killer price so I could not say "No."...I had recently sold off my G27 to a new officer that did not have anything for off duty and found myself missing a .40S&W...this one looks sweet and my first GLOCK with the shinier finish and newer cas instead of the duller gray and Tupperware box...
Bill


Nice choice.:thumbsup:

[silversport]

Thank you...I am hoping it is.
Bill

[Steve Koski]

My first autoloader was a Glock 23, back before the FG&R days. BAP764 Only time I ever made payments on a gun. I kB!d that one the very first time I reloaded (yes, reloader error) - I had to replace the barrel and some other small parts. I put a lot of work on that old horse over the next few years. I eventually traded it for a FG&R model, and I worked that one pretty good too, then it got traded for a G35, which got traded in a few years later for my current G35.

I still get nostalgic when fondling a G23. They feel wonderful in the hand. I'd buy another 23, if I thought I'd carry it or shoot it.

[DonGlock26]

Originally posted by Steve Koski
My first autoloader was a Glock 23, back before the FG&R days. BAP764 Only time I ever made payments on a gun. I kB!d that one the very first time I reloaded (yes, reloader error) - I had to replace the barrel and some other small parts. I put a lot of work on that old horse over the next few years. I eventually traded it for a FG&R model, and I worked that one pretty good too, then it got traded for a G35, which got traded in a few years later for my current G35.

I still get nostalgic when fondling a G23. They feel wonderful in the hand. I'd buy another 23, if I thought I'd carry it or shoot it.



Do you have a CCW pistol other than the G-35?

[Steve Koski]

I have a 27, but it just sits in the safe, full of 155 HydraShoks.

[hawk]

I now have 3 G-23s. Bought the first one in 1992. Have Novak sights with white dot front sights on all 3 of them. Wolff guide rod and spring, 3.5# connectors. No kb's, they all go bang flawlessly and are very accurate. (Pretty boring huh?)

[trozau]

My G23 is a G32 with an OEM G23 barrel. :supergrin:

[Timjo1955]

I've only added the Agrip and Meprolight night sights to my G23. Runs fine. :thumbsup:

[Mark9Fogger]

Over 7 years ago I bought my first Glock (3rd gen G23) as my first off-duty carry gun. Initially I installed some trijicon night sights, then about 6 years later I replaced them with meps. I installed an extended slide stop and a smooth trigger on it. Later on this year I may send it to Wendell Tactical Concepts for some mods and then to Robar for a complete NP3 treatment. I also plan to acquire another G23 and a .45ACP Glock.

My G23 has been my main off-duty carry gun for a long time. It has constantly protected my wife and I here in town and on vacation abroad. It is just a perfect concealable .40 that has NEVER given me any problems.

[Littlebear]

Funny how quite a few of us end up with the same modifications on their 23s...

[Littlebear]

Mine has Ameriglo Operator night sights, a smooth trigger and a NY-1 trigger spring.
It has been a great carry weapon for the past few years. I thought many times of trading it for something different, but I have not found anything I would trust as well...
It rides in a Sherrick horsehide holster: either a Rangemaster IWB or a Gochenour OWB. Rusty's leather work and designs are outstanding.

[pens-66]

I have heard a bunch of member here using the 3.5lb connector with a NY-1 trigger spring.What exactly does this this combo achieve..I have used just the 3.5lb connector by itself..And is that a good combo for CCW or is it best to just leave the stock setup?

[Littlebear]

The 3.5lbs connector with the regular coil spring will give you a lighter trigger pull. For a carry weapon, I lean towards a little heavier setup, as your fine motor skills will differently under stress.
The 5lbs connector matched with the NY-1 spring will bring the trigger pull to about 8lbs (with a faster trigger reset though...).
As long as my shooting is not too affected for pratical purposes, this would be my choice, but only you can decide what works for your needs.

[pens-66]

Originally posted by mike23
Great posts! The 23 is my favorite GLOCK!

My 23 is set up with a 3.5# connector & NY-1 trigger spring; extended slide stop and a 20/21 magazine catch. I have Warren Tactical Carry sights installed. I use the 23 along with my 19 for IDPA, but the 23 is my primary CCW. I have a factory GLOCK 357 barrel and love the 357/40 combo; 2 guns in one!

Mike...what do you get out of the 3.5lb connector with the NY-1 triiger spring as opposed to the stock set up?

[DonGlock26]

Originally posted by pens-66
Mike...what do you get out of the 3.5lb connector with the NY-1 triiger spring as opposed to the stock set up?



A 6 pound pull like a DA revolver. It's worth a try.

[AWMP]

Trying to decide on how to set up my Glock.
Ghost 5 lb tactical
or
3.5 connector, NY-1 spring
or
5 lb connector, NY-1 spring

Looking for a much better trigger than factory, carry pistol as well as IDPA? suggestions?

[DonGlock26]

Originally posted by AWMP
Trying to decide on how to set up my Glock.
Ghost 5 lb tactical
or
3.5 connector, NY-1 spring
or
5 lb connector, NY-1 spring

Looking for a much better trigger than factory, carry pistol as well as IDPA? suggestions?



I prefer the NY-1 with 5lbs. for CCW/HD. I just dryfire and lube the contact areas into shape. It's a safe and accurate set-up.

[Los Suenos]

I'm on my third 23. I have two right now. All of my GLOCKS are set up the same:
smooth trigger
night sites
3.5# connector
NY1 with spring removed
Wolff 22# recoil assembly

I keep 155 gr. G-A gold dots in it. I also have a GLOCK 357sig barrel for it and shoot DT 125's and 147's with it. I have carried it with the 32 barrel but I prefer the bigger bullet most of the time for SD.

[RoyRNC]

Originally posted by DonGlock26
For all of those that have a G-23, let's hear about your pistol, modifications, shooting experiences, holsters, and any pics you might have.....

I don't want to put a damper on this thread... but I have a 23 and I really don't consider it my favorite Glock. I also own a 27, 17 and 34. I won the 23 at an indoor Glock match and was excited to have the highly regarded 23, but I only keep it because I hear so much great things spoken about it that are contrary to my own exeriences. My problem is that I find it to be hard to control for quick double taps and it has had three failures to feed when I was at the Conyers GSSF match. I am afraid to carry it knowing that if it can't function in a competition what would happen when I really need it? I have done nothing to it other than add Ameriglo TFO sights. I'm considering trading it for a 35. Can anyone convice me or tell me a good reason why I should keep it?

Thanks for any honest opinions.

[Steve Koski]

Any Glock that isn't 100% reliable is unacceptable. My G23's always had bombproof reliability.

Yes, the 23 will have more recoil than any Glock 9mm, what did you expect?

[rfd339]

iv had mine for 2year now with 2000rds with no problems, loaded with 155gr. hornady TAP , g23:thumbsup:

[Los Suenos]

Reliability is one problem I've never had with any GLOCK. Cracked frames(2) and a pitted breechface(1) are the only problems I have had. Trade it off for a 35 if you want. Something tells me it'll run like a GLOCK for it's next owner.

[DonGlock26]

Originally posted by RoyRNC
I don't want to put a damper on this thread... but I have a 23 and I really don't consider it my favorite Glock. I also own a 27, 17 and 34. I won the 23 at an indoor Glock match and was excited to have the highly regarded 23, but I only keep it because I hear so much great things spoken about it that are contrary to my own exeriences. My problem is that I find it to be hard to control for quick double taps and it has had three failures to feed when I was at the Conyers GSSF match. I am afraid to carry it knowing that if it can't function in a competition what would happen when I really need it? I have done nothing to it other than add Ameriglo TFO sights. I'm considering trading it for a 35. Can anyone convice me or tell me a good reason why I should keep it?

Thanks for any honest opinions.




I'd trade it for a G-19. You will be well served by one.

[ArodJohns]

Double tap, sorry.

[ArodJohns]

3.5# connector, Mepro Lite night sights, extended mag release and a Storm Lake comped barrel. I carry in a FIST #19 with 180gr SGD's.

In case you're wondering about the barrel, here's a link. I like it alot better than the factory compensated models. This one doesn't seem to dirty the end of the gun, nor is there a chunk missing out of the front of the slide to make room for the ports. http://www.brownells.com/aspx/ns/store/ProductDetail.aspx?p=20752&title=PORTED+PISTOL+BARREL+for+GLOCK%7e

[Eric2340]

Originally posted by Los Suenos
I'm on my third 23. I have two right now. All of my GLOCKS are set up the same:
smooth trigger
night sites
3.5# connector
NY1 with spring removed
Wolff 22# recoil assembly





Los Suenos - You say your running your G23 with a NY1 WITH the spring removed? Never head of that one, any way what's the reason behind it?

Obviously it must work since your using yours that way. I've been running all of my Glocks for years this way, but I just never heard of this trick of running a NY1 w/o the spring?

Fill me in! :)


Thanks -

Eric :)

[snowdog37]

I've had my G23 just over 2 years now. It's my primary carry weapon in an Uncle Mike's softy. The only changes I've made are a front Trijicon, a Houge grip sleeve and a grip plug. I currently have it loaded with 155gr. Speer Gold Dots.

[GMAN40]

Bought mine in 2003.
Since then I added the following:

Stainless barrel
Night sights ( trigicon)
Lasermax
Plug
Extended mag. catch
Rubber grip
and about a dozen holster to take it for a stroll.

This is my CCW weapon in the summer months.

The G23 is my second favorite Glock next to my G21.:thumbsup:

[hylander]

:needspics:

[RIPPED]

2G Glock 23c. prefix cbv circa 1996, wolff stainless steel guide rod & #14 spring, 3.5 rocket connector.NY trigger spring. Polished internals.Polished barrel. TFO night sights. 6-13rd leo mags 5-10 round mags. carried daily via a Galco wb226 IWB holster.Flawless functioning since day one.Refinished currently in DuraCoat Black Oxide, Due for new refinish in Moly Coat within the next few weeks.
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c104/fauxquantum/23csepmine.jpg

[bakupolo]

Bone stock. I sold a highly modified Lightweight Commander (45) and got the glock. After years of practice with the 45 I took the 23 to the range and shot all the Xs out of the target with 180g FMJ at 25 feet.
You can talk about the 1911 and the stopping power of the 45, whatever, but I have shot 45s all my life, various types and I'm a FAR better shot with the stock 23 and that's what counts. I'd rather hit my target with a .25 than miss with a .45 and anyway the 23 packs a good enough punch.

[J.P.]

My carry gun is an OD G23 with stock controls.
OEM 3.5#/NY-1 w/ smooth trigger bar
Meprolight night sights
Loaded with 13 Gold Dots. ;)

[SoFlaDeputy]

Carry a Stock G-23 3rd gen, with big dot sights. Have owned it since late 1999, used on duty when I worked with Sheriffs Office in AZ and now here in Sunny Florida.

[happyguy]

My current EDC is a 2d Gen G23 with a smooth trigger, grip tape on the front strap, and a LWD Ultimate Trigger Stop.

Regards,
Happyguy :)

[FastJuice]

My G23 is the only Glock that I own that is completely factory stock. It has been so perfect a weapon that I havent dared change a thing, lest I might ruin the good mojo. How could one possibly improve upon perfection?

I trust it implicitly, carry it daily. Together we have walked through the valley, triumphed, and we are now as one.....

[happyguy]

Originally posted by AWMP
Trying to decide on how to set up my Glock.
Ghost 5 lb tactical
or
3.5 connector, NY-1 spring
or
5 lb connector, NY-1 spring

Looking for a much better trigger than factory, carry pistol as well as IDPA? suggestions?

Check out this thread:

http://glocktalk.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=740208

Regards,
Happyguy :)

[Lannister]

I use my Glock 23 for concealed carry and plinkin, i absolutely love it.

I use the TFO night sights, Lone wolf 3.5# connector, Lone wolf Ultimate trigger stop, lone wolf stainless steal guide rod and 20lb ISM recoil spring. All the lone wolf products have worked flawlessly. I highly recommend anyone with a glock to use the ultimate trigger stop and there 3.5 lb connector. My trigger pull is PERFECT now, light smooth and crisp. My accuracy has increased a ton and has made it MUCH easier to make shots that were harder before.
I really only use one holster, and thats my Don Hume speed holster. Best holster IMO. Conceals your gun perfectly, easy and very fast just using a thumb break to draw and gives you excellent security. If someones behind you and trys to pull your gun outta the holster, there not going to have much luck.
Oh yea, Also I have a .357 Sig barrel. Great buy, 2 guns in one :) just make sure you dont mix up your ammo

[Snafu]

I own two, a 1992 version (VUxxx) that has a smooth trigger and NY1 spring. This gun sports lots of finish wear, but goes bang each time and is very accurate. Last year I got a new 23 and put in the smooth trigger, but kept the original 5lb. trigger for now.

Both guns have been flawless with Ranger RA40 ammo.

[Gunhed]

Ironically, I got mine when they were all out of G30s, which I wanted for the .45 & because I liked even numbered models. :upeyes: Since then I've never looked back. Mine is totally stock with no mods whatsoever, though I attached a Glock Tactical Light with laser/flashlight combo. I have a veritable arsenal of different weapons, but this + SXT rounds is the one I count on when the chips are down. :hearts:

[fowler]

The 23 every thing you need and nothing you don,t. Bone stock and 180gr. hp. It works.

[bakupolo]

Originally posted by Lannister
Oh yea, Also I have a .357 Sig barrel. Great buy, 2 guns in one :) just make sure you dont mix up your ammo

What's the 357 like? I have the C model 23 and guess I could get a ported barrel to drop in, or a non-ported for that matter. I'm not sure I'd find much use for a 9mm but if the 357 can stay on target like the 40 can it would be like a second gun on the cheap. I may be able to load some 115 grain pointed fmj in them - bet they'd blow through almost anything.

[bakupolo]

Test

[Lannister]

Originally posted by bakupolo
What's the 357 like? I have the C model 23 and guess I could get a ported barrel to drop in, or a non-ported for that matter. I'm not sure I'd find much use for a 9mm but if the 357 can stay on target like the 40 can it would be like a second gun on the cheap. I may be able to load some 115 grain pointed fmj in them - bet they'd blow through almost anything.

the .357 is pretty much identical in recoil to the .40. The .357 performs basically like a .357 magnum, just less recoil but has virtually the same velocity. You wont need a ported barrel for the .357. Get it, youll love it! dont need any mods, just the barrel. It definitely is Louder than the .40, but doesnt have more recoil.

[bakupolo]

Gracias. I'll drop by Cabellas this weekend.

[desertdisciple]

...that is for one w/ more rounds.

After all, my ALWAYS piece is pictured in my Avatar, but have had one occasion when the uncertainty of the situation caused me to pocket the 340 and lean back into the car to retrieve the G23. After all, the 'BG' had gone to his vehicle and drove it back to the scene, so who knew what he planned to do?

He ended up doing nothing as I had the G23 visible...
gave a verbal warning...and instructed him to wait for PD.
Fortunately, he did, and the charges PLUS being on Federal Parole...won him a trip back to D.O.C.

Anyway...all that to say, this one, has had the occasion to protect me, my family, AND a woman who was being publicly assaulted in our city.

*There was a time when I gave all my friends a hard time about their "plastic pistols"...shot one...bought one...
and IT'S MY FAVORITE ONE and unless I'm carrying the Sig 1911...it's riding ready in my HEMI!

I had Glockmeister put in the 'Essentials Kit':
3.5# connector
mep sites
extended slide stop
stainless steel guide rod

got the stainless KKM barrel later...
just to have the option of non compensation.

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd22/desertdisciple/100_6843.jpg

[AWMP]

Tell us more about that magazine release.

[desertdisciple]

Originally posted by AWMP
Tell us more about that magazine release.

as part of the 'essentials kit' mine does have the extended release.
before install I had to 'find' the release and the extended works better for me.

if at all possible I would recommend trying out a friend's...a rental...or at very least handling a display piece which shows options which one is considering...

After all...
almost everyone on GT has an opinion on any given subject...
and most of the time mine are, generally, just a matter personal preference.

...I just like my opinion best!


:animlol:

[Eagle1]

Was issued a bone stock G23 about 3 years ago (serial prefix GZK***) and it has had about 4000 rounds through it so far with NO malfunctions. I love this pistol, as I write this she is sittin in a Fobus paddle holster on my side.

The only mods I have done are;

1) Grip Plug
2) Glock factory extended slide release
3) Glock factory extended mag release
4) Skate board grip tape on the right side only.

Thats all, and she has smoothened out really nice after these 4000 rounds. I am thinking of getting another one soon.

[Giggity-Giggity]

I love mine and I can't wait to get a Lone Wolf 9mm conversion barrel and a Glock M32 barrel.

Here's mine:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/Gregdog/Pin%20Ups/NewG23003.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/Gregdog/Pin%20Ups/NewG23004.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/Gregdog/Pin%20Ups/NewG23007.jpg

Results at 15 yards:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v171/Gregdog/Pin%20Ups/10-5RangeReport003.jpg

[DHart]

Similar to so many of you:

G23
3.5# connector (gives about a 4.75 to 5# pull)
25 cent trigger job - fluff & buff
smooth-faced trigger shoe
TruDot nights

G22 mags for HD and back up mag when carrying

HighNoon BareAsset IWB holster at 4 o'clock

180 gr. Gold Dot or HST carry ammo
180 gr. Xtreme plated flat point bullets over 6.8gr PowerPistol for practice

[trigger45]

leo trade in 2nd gen g23. glock meister ss guide rod, 20 lb. recoil spring, ny1 trigger spring, 3.5 connector, new take down spring, .25 cent trigger job. now my favorite pistol.
had nite sites when i got it. wonderful 3-4 inch groups at 15 and getting smaller. 8 out of 10 hits on 8 inch paper plate at 50 yards. still practicing.

[Warhorse]

My G23 came with the factory night sights, when the front sight (staked on), shot loose, Glock replaced it with Trijicons for $15, and they paid the shipping BOTH ways. That was great customer service in my opinion.
The only thing I thought needed changing was the trigger, so I installed a G17 smooth faced trigger, and have been pleased with this pistol since.

[Dean]

The G23 is my primary defensive sidearm.
I am confident that my G23 is an excellent defensive tool.
Myy otherwise stock weapon is equipped with Crimson Trace Lasergrips and Pearce +0 end plates on all of my magazines.
The Pearce +0 end plates make a huge positive difference in gripping the weapon.

I carry OWB in a Milt Sparks BN-55 or a Bianchi Carrylock belt slide NOT the paddle version.
I prefer the Bianchi Carrylock belt slide holster designed for the Glock 22 as opposed to the shorter holster designed for the G23 which exposes the end of the muzzle to chair arm or door frame impacts.

My ammunition is Speer Golddot 165 Gr fully bonded hollow points.
My 2 spare 13 round magazines are carried in a Fobus paddle double mag holder. This is an adequate mag holder - there are definately better ones on the market - however I DO NOT recommend Fobus holsters for the Glock pistol.
My single mag holders are by Milt Sparks and Blackhawk.
I wear a Bianchi velcro under belt for added support. :drillsgt: