Glock 22C

[SnowCajun]

I'm wanting to buy a new weapon .. lol .. isn't everyone? Seriously though, I keep getting directed towards the Glock 22C, so yesterday I went to my local range and had a look at one. It felt extremely comfortable in my hands, it seems about everything I read about them sings its praise. I've seen things said about it like, "they're so well made you can clean them in your dishwasher and they'll still work like new, dry or wet even" ..

Those of you who own this model would you share your views with me on this weapon? Also your views or comparison feelings to the .40 S&W round vs the .38 Special I carry in my Smith Model 36! I've never used either the .40 S&W round or the Glock 22C, so I'm interested in your opinions. I'm an old 1911 fan, I probably always will be, but after getting my hands on this Glock 22C I realized I really was impressed with how comfortable this weapon felt in my hands!

Thanks,

[Stubob]

I personally do not have one, but shot one not too long ago. The C stands for Compensate. Kind of cool seeing the flames out of the top of the barrel but it does help on the second shot as there is less recoil.

While I am a 1911 nut, my groups that day were very good, and my "patterns" (smiley faces) were even better.

I am looking to get several Glocks and a C model is one I "Need".

I would not go below a 40, but if there is a lot to be said for the 9mm with a good defence round.

[Raccoon]

The Glock 22C is the weapon we carry at my Police Department. I love the way it shoots, and score higher with it than I did with my Smith and Wesson 4046. I have not even had a jam on the 22C and the 4046 jammed all the time if I didnt pack the rounds to the back of the magazine like packing a pack of cigarettes. I was sceptical at first of the plastic handle and throught that it would not make a good pistol. But now that I have put several thousand rounds through it, I love it. It is a little long for easy concealment, but great for a duty weapon.

I am considering writing a review about my Glcok 22C.

[bplv]

I rented and shot a 19C at a local range and while I did like the fire coming out of the top the barrel, I noticed that the front sight was fouled up by all the powder residue. That seems like it would be a pain to clean off, especially with night sights. Am I wrong?

[Bill of Rights]

I would be concerned about the fire possibly igniting my clothing if I had to shoot in a self-defense situation from other than an extended-arm position. Dying from 2nd and 3rd degree burns would not be preferable to dying from an assault or even being shot- of course, the ideal is to not die at all, other than from natural causes.

Blessings,
B

[SnowCajun]

Thanks for your replies, I'd not considered the powder residue coming out the top vents before as stated here, I wonder how bad that truly gets, I guess I'll have to look further into that. I think I like the gun though, it feels good in my hands .. I'm off to the range to shoot one for awhile and see if I like it or not. Take care guys and thanks again.

[nodaywithout]

I have shot the glock 22c and 22 in fact it was the first pistol i ever fired.
i knew there would be flames coming out the top but when i fired the 22c for the first time it scared the crap out of me, it was a good foot and a half flame (give or take) and it never jammed on me. i am thinking about the g 27 or 36 myself

[ColtM1911A1]

Nothing wrong with the G22, but I would do yourself a favor and shoot a few more of the polymer service pistols; especially the newer Smith & Wesson M&P -- you may be surprised at the feel of this handgun, especially when you can tailor it to your hands with the removable panels (other models also have this nice feature -- Glock DOES NOT). The ones that you might rent or investigate are the H&K, FNC, Springfield Armory, and even the Taurus 24/7 OSS...

The M&P, as with several others, also has a fully supported chamber that's important in this high pressure caliber -- you can also shoot lead reloads in this conventional rifled barrel more so than the polygonal barrel of the Glock if you're a reloader or plan to become one as the prices continue to escalate -- do a quick search and read why the polygonal barrels have a tendency to lead-up and can therefore exceed recommended pressures (this would NOT be a problem if you only plan to shoot copper jacketed bullets, not thinly copper plated look-a-likes -- they can still deposit lead overtime regardless of what the makers say, IMO)...

The M&P has gotten exceptionally impressive reviews by individuals and the gun rags. It's priced right in there with the rest of the mob, and, what's important to some, MADE IN THE USA from a US company -- not made in the USA and profits shipped overseas...good luck

PS: IMO, forget the compensated variety -- it won't make you friends at the range and it'll sure as heck blind you at night...

[FightingGlock19]

I'd steer clear of the C-models for a defencive pistol. They may be nice to shoot, however they SUCK to shoot from a retencive position

[Dan in Broken Arrow]

I don't care for the blindness the 22C creates at night time. I do have a 22 and the difference in the recoil is minimal to the point that I never noticed it.

I rented a 22C and a 22. After I spent about 200 rounds of ammo from each of them, I decided on the the model 22 w/night sights.

Hey Bill, my idea of dying is when I am 104 years old and shot in the back by a jealous husband. Hahaha
:D
Dan

[Onree]

If you haven't already made up your mind or purchased a gun, I'll give you my two cents.

I own a Glock 31C in 357SIG.

The porting on the top is harder to clean. However, I clean the gun after every use. My gun has no markings around the porting.

I have TruGlo night sights on my 31C. I've had no problems with them in regard to the porting / flames, or any other reason.

I would not suggest getting a ported gun of any sort for carry. The flames out the top could cause you to burn yourself in a close range firing situation.

I've never had a feeding issue. Overall it is much easier to clean than my wife's Glock 21 in 45. Much of the carbon is pushed out the porting and that leaves less to clean.

Keep us posted.

[DrKyle1]

Just a quick note - I have a G22 & 8 other Glocks ... none are the "C" model. I am not a fan of the "C" models... for the very reason of diminished night vision once the first shot is fired - if fired in a dimly lit area. FWIW I run tru-glo TFO's on 6 of the 9 guns, stock on 2 (b/c I have not changed them yet) and tru-glo nite sights on one (it came w/it). Good luck & besides you can pick up a non-ported barrel from Lonewolf distributors for about a $100.