Glock has what is likely the most fanatical collection of fanboys of any firearms manufacturer with the possible exception of HK.
Despite what you may be told, yes Glocks can and do jam. ANY and ALL semi-auto handguns (and rifles for that matter) can and will jam. If someone tells you his gun has never jammed he is either a liar, or he doesn't shoot very often. Any gun will inevitably jam if used often enough, expecting otherwise is like expecting a car to never break down no matter how many miles and years you drive it.
Any automatic or semi-automatic firearm can and will jam due to wear, lack of lubricant, improper grip, or even ammunition malfunctions. The question is not if a gun will jam, it is when. That is why professionals train on how to clear jams quickly.
Now if you are wondering if Glocks jam any more or less often than other handguns, that falls into "it depends" category. If you buy something like a HiPoint or Kel-tec, because you wanted a gun but didn't want to pay money for a good one, then the Glock will indeed seem amazingly more reliable by comparison. If you are comparing Glock to other quality firearms manufacturers such as those made by Smith & Wesson, Sig-Sauer, HK, or many others, then it is no more or less likely to jam than any of those.
The most common causes of jams are
-Aging / defective magazines.
-Improper grip by the user
-Ammunition malfunctions
-Insufficient or excessive lubrication
-Bad Luck
Glock is no more likely or less likely to experience these things than other good to high quality guns.
The Glocks are striker fired pistols, not DA... there is no SA option, because the design of a striker fired pistol doesn't use a hammer, and it cannot facilitate such an action.
Whats the deference between beretta92 fs and glock 17 9 mm?
The deference between beretta92 fs and glock 17 9 mm is the accuracy.
Can you use a glock 17 gen 3 mag in to a glock 19 gen 4?
Yes, unless you have swapped the magazine release button to the right side (for left-handed use). Gen3 magazines do not have the notch for a reversed mag release. G17 magazines can be generally used in all 9mm Glock models.
Which is a better hand gun sd9ve or glock 19 2gen?
Whichever one suits you better. They're both similar, and of comparable quality.
What bullets are used in the glock pistol?
Glock pistols are made in a variety of calibers. Currently available in .380 ACP, 9mm Luger, .357 Sig, .40 S&W, 10mm Auto, .45 ACP and .45 GAP.
Can you fire 45 acp in a glock 21?
The Glock 21 does fire the .45 ACP, as does the Glock 30. You're probably thinking of the Glock 37, 38, and 39, which fire the .45 GAP cartridge - those cannot fire a .45 ACP.
Only a few millimeters are necessary to free the slide from the lock.
Can you fire an ACP round fom a Glock 45?
Aside from the uncommon .45 GAP chambered Glocks, yes. Check the marking on your barrel for the .45 ACP marking.
How many rounds does a police glock hand gun hold?
Police most often use the 9mm Glock 17 or the .40 S&W Glock 22. The glock 17 magazine holds 17 rounds (+1 in the chamber), while the Glock 22 holds 15(+1).
Glock is the name of the company AND the inventor- Gaston Glock.
Will a glock 22 fit in a glock holster?
The Glock 22 (full size .40 S&W) and the Glock 17 (full size 9mm Para) have the same external dimensions, and any holster will be interchangeable between the two.
Ok I have a glock and in the magazine is it ok to leave it full with bullets or not?
You should not have bullets in the clip when not in use. The bullets conpress the spring, which stresses it to the point where it will not respond properly in an emergency.
Actually , leaving the mag loaded , compressing the spring puts no more stress on it than leaving it unloaded. It's the motion of compressing and releasing that weakens the spring over time. Leave 'em loaded.
How many bullets can a glock 17 hold?
The magazine holds 17 rounds, +1 in the chamber. There are extended magazines available up to 33rds capacity, and even larger drum mags of variable reliability.
Can a glock 17 magazine be used in a glock 23?
No, they are different calibers. A Glock 17 is 9mm and a Glock 23 is .40 S&W. A Glock 22 magazine would fit in a Glock 23.
Where are the Glock Pistols made?
Originally made i Austria, there is now a manufacturing facility in Georgia (the US State of Georgia)
Where could one purchase a Glock 22 holster?
A Glock 22 Holster is available to purchase on various sites such as Cheaper Than Dirt or eBay, when buying on eBay a customer can view reviews and seller rating before making the decision to purchase.
A Glock 19 is a pistol.
The Glock 19 is their compact, 9mm, 15 round, pistol.
What are the features of a Glock 34?
The Glock 34 is a 9mm pistol. It has a 5.32" barrel (which is 0.82" longer than the Glock 17) and a longer slide, extended magazine and slide releases with a reduced trigger pull. The longer slide gives quicker recovery between each shot.
What is the average cost of a Glock 40?
The average cost of a Glock 40 in June 2013 is $550. This is the price for a pre-owned gun. The price of a new model can be obtained from a local gun store.
Glock 45 is what kind of weapon?
A Glock 45 is a semi-automatic pistol. Glock pistols are a very popular type of pistol. In particular many law enforcement agencies in the US use them.