No. Not really.

If a G17 has too much recoil for you, it's time to look at something in .22

 

I shoot all calibers and notice more recoil on these guns than other brands. I was wondering if there was a slide spring modification or an adjustment that could smooth the operation.

 

I shoot all calibers and notice more recoil on these guns than other brands. I was wondering if there was a slide spring modification or an adjustment that could smooth the operation.

Proper grip and practice.

Do not mess around with the internals.

 

I shoot all calibers and notice more recoil on these guns than other brands. I was wondering if there was a slide spring modification or an adjustment that could smooth the operation.

Can you tell us what else you shoot? Specifics please?

 

I notice less recoil using 124g or 147g as opposed to 115g-
heavier bullets seem less snappy to me
Your results may vary

 

How about using shooting gloves instead of messing with the guns? Maybe you are using +P ammo?

 

I use shooting gloves and mid-range powder on my handloads. My G19 3rd gen. XD 45, Kahr K9 and XDM 9mm all have less recoil than my G17 4th gen. My XD 40 subcompact has less recoil than the G23.

 

Improve your grip and check your stance.

 

I use shooting gloves and mid-range powder on my handloads. My G19 3rd gen. XD 45, Kahr K9 and XDM 9mm all have less recoil than my G17 4th gen.

Well, to be factual; no, your G19, K9 and XDM 9 don't have less recoil. But you perceive that they do. Probably the G17 doesn't work for you ergonomically.

.40 is just snappy ammo. I ditched .40 years ago, it's a pointless cartridge.

 

Thanks for the suggestions all!

 

Great ergonomics; another reason why the G19 is such a great pistol.

One of these days I'll grab a GEN4 G19 and cross my fingers it works properly.

 

I'd guess it has more to do with your perception than actual recoil energy. The glock tends to recoil along the wristline whereas the other guns are a bit more leveraged for muzzle flip (ie: the whole bore axis thing).
Combine that with your hand size and probably a bunch of other stuff, it feels like it kicks more.
Use a std pressure load in 124gr like S&B or Magtech for practice vs NATO spec stuff or plus P and it will help.

 

Sounds to me also that the shape and feel of the full size Glock and your hand are just not matching well. The guys who are totally into Glocks would probably suggest a hand transplant. Others, or at least me, would go with any of several possible non-Glock solutions. In addition to the Springfield, S&W M&P, H&K, Walhter and FN spring to mind as having potential polymer choices that might feel good. If I wanted to approach a 9mm from a thrifty standpoint, a chain of dealers around here seems to be cleaning out some S&W 5906s that look suspiciuosly like police trades for around $300. Towards the beginning of the upper end of the spectrum, I might think about the all stainless steel Sig P226 Elite, based on its weight.

 

Use a Hogue rubber grip and use 147 grain 9mm ammo.

 

Have the barrel ported or get a compensator or start reloading and use less powder.

Weight lifting will strengthen wrist and arms.


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Learn that for every action there is a opposite and equal reaction.

 

I can say that the G17 is probably the lightest recoiling Glock. as far as the 23 goes it is a heavier recoiling gun but not that bad. for their size and capacity Glocks are very light weight and will recoil more than many. being that you are having issues with the 17 I would say you need to find someone into Glocks to show you proper shooting grip techniques of the Glock. maybe even checking you tube.

 

I'm at a loss here. My Glock 17, also a Gen 4 is a very soft shooter, even with NATO and +P rounds. My Glock 23 Gen 4 is another matter entirely. .40 tends to be very snappy anyway and it caught me by surprise the first time. After getting used to it, I don't find it difficult to control at all. Strengthening your grip is never a bad idea, but proper grip and stance are even more important. I've seen relatively small women handle a S&W 500 one-handed, but I've also seen some big guys struggle with two. Keep going. You'll get it.