Difference between Glock 17 vs Glock 34

[PokerGun]

Thinking of getting a Glock and it came down between G17 vs G34. Mostly will be used for action shooting.

TIA

[Lonestargrizzly]

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[Kodemonkey]

same lower frame, longer slide and sight radius on the G34. Slide stop lever is different on the G34 (extended). trigger has a minus connector on it for a lighter pull. adjustable (junk) rear sight on the G34. I have 2 G35s for IDPA. I reload and I like the ability to download a 40cal. Heavier bullet, takes steel down easier. 40 cal punches paper better and easier to see your hits.

[tbc]

The differences from OEM configuration are the G34 has

- extra length at the upper
- extended slide stop
- minus connector

[jpwaverider]

hands down a 34 enough said

[PokerGun]

Ok I got pushed over the edge. 34 it is. That was quick and easy.

Thanks guys

[boopiejones]

Not to throw a kink in your decision, but I prefer the 19. Primarily because The grip fits my hand better.

[omega]

the G34 is like the "Tactical model" with longer sight radius , the ported slide gives it a very unique look , plus the front end is rounded off

the G17 is more of the standard police / military sidearm / service pistol

[003]

As others have said. Get the 34, no question a better choice for intended use.

[plumbum]

A G35 is in .40 and a conversion barrel could allow .357 SIG or 9mm

[colt11]

Unless you plan to run an optic, get the 34, it also comes with a lighter trigger pull from the factory.

[003]

Unless you plan to run an optic, get the 34, it also comes with a lighter trigger pull from the factory.

My favorite range gun is a 34 with a red dot. I do not understand the optic comment. Works well for me.

[kmas]

Sensible Seventeen

Get the G17
You'll practice and play more with the far lower cost of readily available ammo

[Kodemonkey]

Get the G17
You'll practice and play more with the far lower cost of readily available ammo

The G34 and the G17 are both 9mm

[mlazarus5388]

Action shooting? 34 is the answer. It will take you where ever you want to go.