First couple 100 rounds thru G23

[okmechanic]

I have had my G23 for a week now and finished my 4th box of ammo. I dont know the science of bullet weight but my first experience with the 165 vs 180 leans me towards the 180. I bought 2 WWB's (I learned that three letter acronym on this site) one 165 and one 180 and I had more shots on the center of the target with the 180's. The 165's seemed to hit lower on the target. The 165's seemed as accurate but I had to aim above where I wanted them to hit. I did not notice a big difference in recoil. Any opinions on the 165 vs 180 loads?
My wife went with me on the first shooting outage and she seemed to have a little trouble handling the .40 cal. She looked good shooting it (something about girls with guns) but I was wondering if I bought her a Glock would a caliber change help her on the recoil issue. My assumption would be a bigger frame in a smaller caliber, 9 MM with a long barrel so she can be more accurate?
If I can suck her in to my hobbie I get more cool stuff.

[DannyR]

I suggest the G19 and 115-gr ammo for the lady. Teach her proper grip and stance to control recoil.

[jakemccoy]

You'll see a bigger difference in recoil (between 180 gr, 165 gr, etc.) when you start shooting JHP carry rounds. Anyway, 180 gr JHP will likely feel the most manageable.

[G-30Jet]

I like the 135 gr. for the G27 and the 165 gr. for the G23. I prefer Corbon ammo for both.

[Captains1911]

You'll see a bigger difference in recoil (between 180 gr, 165 gr, etc.) when you start shooting JHP carry rounds. Anyway, 180 gr JHP will likely feel the most manageable.

I agree, the 180 gr will have less felt recoil, but the 165 gr is vey managebale once you get used to it (IMO), and has greater muzzle energy which means greater stopping power. The G19 would be a great choice for the lady if she likes the size feel of the G23, but desires less recoil.

[carbofan21]

everyone should get a 9mm glock

[okmechanic]

Thanks for the info. We were at Academy today and she held a 19 and a 17 and liked the feel of the 17. I am not sure of the grip dimensions but it seemed to fit her hand better than the 19 or the 23.
Maybe another Glock in our future.