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Let me say up front that I have already searched the archives and found some useful information. Please indulge me and allow me to ask for some additional advice. If anyone has experience with both of these pistols, please share your thoughts.
I currently have a 22 and a 27. I don't shoot the 22 much at all so am considering selling it and replacing it with a "range/competition" gun. I've found quite a bit of info regarding the 35 (everyone loves it) but not so much on the 24. Maybe that tells me something? Is the 35 popular because of how it performs or because it's "cool"?
I'm happy with the 27 for carry and am not a LEO so the "tactical" aspects of the 35 (acc'y rail, etc) aren't very important to me. I'm planning on using the new pistol for range trips and am considering testing the waters of competition if I can work up the nerve.
Glock's website specs indicate that the 24 has a .7 inch longer barrel, .5 inch longer length between sights, and is 2.18 ounces heavier. Maybe I'm missing something, but wouldn't these factors be an advantage in target shooting? (longer sight radius, less recoil/muzzle rise?)
I don't have any preconceived notions regarding either of these pistols. I'm just trying to play devil's advocate and make a smart decision. Thanks in advance for any advice.
Fireglock
05-09-2002, 12:44
It depends on what you want to do. Basically my 24C is more accurate and more fun to shoot than my 35. If you just want to target shoot or shoot GSSF then the 24/C will do you a fine job. If you want to shoot IDPA or IPSC then the 35 will fit the bill. I still like my 24 better. The 24/C are not available from Glock currently so it's find someone with one or a dealer that still has one.
Gary G23
05-09-2002, 15:03
The 24 is not legal in IDPA.
Fireglock
05-09-2002, 15:13
Originally posted by Gary G23
The 24 is not legal in IDPA.
No one said it was.
Gary G23
05-09-2002, 15:31
Originally posted by Fireglock
No one said it was.
Jerry,
I was not commenting on your post. My point is, I think the popularity of the 35 is because it is legal in more competition applications than the 24.
Fireglock
05-09-2002, 15:36
A valid point, sorry.
jhfenton
05-09-2002, 15:45
Like everyone has said, I think it does boil down to what competitions you might want to shoot. I just picked up a G24C today to use for GSSF. I looked at and was probably going to buy a 35, but I ran across this first. Now I can't wait to go shoot it tomorrow. :)
Mark M33
05-10-2002, 12:11
AirCav, were you looking at the 34 or 24, 34 is the 9mm of the practical/tactical models, 24 is .40 and was out before the 35came out. Mark
http://members.aol.com/ROEOD4/glock24.jpg
http://www.freehomepages.com/belgarion/pics/gunpics/glock34.jpg
Mark,
I am interested in the target oriented .40 cal models which I believe would be the 24(long slide) and 35(Practical/Tactical).
I think that what I am hearing is that while the 24 may be a somewhat superior target pistol, it would be limited to only certain types of competition (GSSF?). The 35, on the other hand, could be used for GSSF, IPSC, and IDPA. One of each? :)
Thanks
Fireglock
05-10-2002, 15:06
Originally posted by AirCav
Mark,
I am interested in the target oriented .40 cal models which I believe would be the 24(long slide) and 35(Practical/Tactical).
I think that what I am hearing is that while the 24 may be a somewhat superior target pistol, it would be limited to only certain types of competition (GSSF?). The 35, on the other hand, could be used for GSSF, IPSC, and IDPA. One of each? :)
Thanks,
Kirk
As a matter of fact one of each is the best solution! ;f
Mark M33
05-11-2002, 14:05
The 24 will not make the box requirement for IDPA and IPSC, too big, the 35 will. Mark
Pop Gunner
05-11-2002, 18:39
I heard 24's are limited to 1,500 a year into the US.So they're difficult to find.The 35's are selling as fast they can send them over.First there was the 24,now the replacement is here in the form of the 35.I've been searching quite some time for a 24 and no luck.Where are you finding them?SAFE-SHOOTING!
Originally posted by Pop Gunner
I heard 24's are limited to 1,500 a year into the US.So they're difficult to find.The 35's are selling as fast they can send them over.First there was the 24,now the replacement is here in the form of the 35.I've been searching quite some time for a 24 and no luck.Where are you finding them?SAFE-SHOOTING!
There's a 24C, 2nd gen, in my local gun shop in Pekin, IL right now. That's about 3.5-4 hours due west of Indy on I-74. The phone# is
309-347-6060.
I've toyed with buying it several times, so you better hurry. :)
Here is an idea: Glockmeister sells factory uppers. You can simply buy a 24 or 35 upper and put it on your 22. The uppers are both in stock. The upper has the appropriate slide, barrel, and spring/rod plus the adjustable sights. Then just send in your receiver and have the extras put on like the glock 3.5 trigger and slide release. I don't like the extended mag release but thats just my opinion.
I just recently did the opposite, I bought a G22 upper for my G35. Now I can shoot 2 classes in GSSF and IDPA all with one gun!:cool:
AirCav, help me out. I carry a 27 equipped with a factory 5.5#/New York #1 setup and it also has a factory extended slide release. I have a 2nd gen 22 that I intend to set up with 3.5# connector and the same slide release. I want the larger gun to try to shoot easier (than the 27; at 25 yard+ ranges); if I intend to compete-is the 24/35 THAT much better? Frank.
Fireglock
05-12-2002, 14:19
Originally posted by Gee23
AirCav, help me out. I carry a 27 equipped with a factory 5.5#/New York #1 setup and it also has a factory extended slide release. I have a 2nd gen 22 that I intend to set up with 3.5# connector and the same slide release. I want the larger gun to try to shoot easier (than the 27; at 25 yard+ ranges); if I intend to compete-is the 24/35 THAT much better? Frank.
It's all according to what you want. In GSSF a 24/C or 35 will put you in competition catagory, tough neighborhood and limited prizes. In IDPA you can shoot a 35 but not a 24/C. In IPSC the 35 can be used and the I believe the 24/C can be used in Open. If you just want to target practice then either gives you a longer sight radius than a 22, 23 or 27. I have a 24C and a 35. The most fun to shoot is the 24C. The 35 is OK but not as accurate as the 24C. Actually I'm using the 35 lower end with a 17L top end for GSSF Unlimited use.
Poohgyrr
05-13-2002, 06:39
My G24 shoots well, but has to be used "unofficially" at the club level for IDPA. It would be nice if it was still legal, but that's how it goes.... I'm waiting to order a shorter top end from Glockmeister to have one of each :)......
Dave Erickson
05-15-2002, 22:26
I echo what Stewart said. Go to Glockmeister and purchase the upper of your choice and slap it on your G22 frame. I intend on doing just that as soon as I scrape together the funds.
ZackJones
05-16-2002, 02:02
AirCav
You mention trying competition if you can work up the nerve. Go for it man. I went to my first match just to watch but ended up shooting it and never regretted it. As soon as you identify yourself as a new shooter everyone will do their best to make sure you understand what is going on, etc. If for some reason they don't, then be sure to ask if/when you have any questions.
FWIW, I've shot my Glock 22, 23 and 35 in USPSA matches and I prefer the 35 like several others on this forum prefer.
Take Care,
Zack Jones
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