The error was on my part from not being acclimated to the trigger travel to reset. However, I did experience trigger freeze on two occasions, but this was at no fault of the gun itself. During my bout of testing with this firearm, I did not experience any malfunctions related to the operation or mechanics of the handgun. Reliability – Not much to mention here, as Glock firearms have one of the best reputations for working whenever you pull the trigger. Let’s zero in on the Baby Glock a bit more… Durability and reliability matter most, especially when considering a concealed carry weapon. It’s like an 88 Ford Ranger that gets the job done every time. It’s not a Lambo, or for you guys with mullets it’s not a Camaro. It’s natural that shortened grips on handguns like these are going to create an issue however, I do believe consistent training can eliminate a good portion of fumbling that comes with manipulating a small weapon.Īll this considered, the Glock 26 will fulfill its purpose right out of the box without any Gucci go fast stuff on it and is absolutely worth considering. I noticed it the most while shooting, and some of it was on the draw. As with nearly all sub-compacts designed for concealment, the absence of that full-length grip can be an issue. For that, I give the Glock 26 higher marks on comfort when concealed.ĭespite its ability to conceal well, my greatest talking point against it is the short grip. Sitting down and especially while sitting inside of a car, the longer barrel and slide of the Glock 19 pressed into my thigh and created a noticeable point of pressure compared to the Glock 26. It printed on my t-shirt just a little bit, but there wasn’t much difference in walking or standing. To compare, I holstered a Glock 19 in the same holster and commenced normal daily activities. While wearing a normal-sized t-shirt, there was very little visible external printing. I personally like an appendix carry, and from that position, it was comfortable and accessible. Its sleek and compact design really makes the difference in carrying concealed. In doing so, I discovered things I like, things I don’t like, and some things that are unique to the Baby Glock. I also ran a tremendous amount of dry fire reps. To get a feel for the Glock 26, I tested it through a litany of drills that will reveal nearly all aspects of a handgun. Just something to keep in mind if you’re debating between these models for your next buy. The Baby Glock is a specific tool, designed for a specific purpose, and that’s perfectly fine. Surely, the 26 can be utilized as an open/operational carry, but I do not understand why anybody would, considering the tactical advantages and extra doses of freedom you get with the 19 and 17. The 19 on the other hand can and is used for both. Whereas the 17 was created to be more or less, an open carry or operational carry. Now, this handgun was designed to be a double-stacked concealed carry weapon. However, this article will be focused on the Gen 4, while briefly annotating minor comparisons of the Gen 5 model for context. This I believe is a great feature and selling point for the Glock 26.Ĭurrently, the latest model of the Glock 26, is the Glock 26 Gen 5, released in 2018. To top it off, the Glock 19 mag, Glock 17 mag, and Glock’s 34 round mag are all receivable in the Glock 26. Moreover, since the Glock 19 influenced its design, the Baby Glock has a very familiar feel to Glock 19 and 17 owners. Compared to the single stack options of a Glock 43, LC9, or the M&P Shield, this is a great advantage. The Baby Glock (a nickname given to it by the manufacturer) on the other hand, was intentionally designed to provide a concealed carry option that provides a smaller and lighter double-stacked gun, which affords a relatively high ammo capacity. Over the years, Glock has innovated and refined this series of handguns multiple times and delineated these changes through a naming convention that sequentially orders each generation. All these models are striker-fired, 9mm handguns, with the major differences between them being essentially size, length, and ammo capacity. A bigger brother to all of these is the Glock 34. Both of which (Glock 19 & 17) are staple choices for many Law Enforcement agencies. Glock brought the Glock 26 to the table in 1995 and designed it as the kid brother of the Glock 19 and Glock 17.
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