GEN 4 G21: Quick Range Report (pics added)

[DRAB_81]

I picked up my new GEN 4 G21 w/Trijicons today, and got to sneak out for a quick range session.

The first 50rds fired were Winchester Ranger T 230gr +P (RA45TP), followed by 50rds of Federal Champion & 100rds of WWB. Every single round functioned flawlessly. I even tried my absolute hardest to limp wrist an entire magazine worth, but I couldn't get it to fail. It ran exactly like you'd expect a Glock to. I know 200rds isn't much, but it's better than average for a 1st range trip.

There is a definite decrease in recoil compared to my G21SF. Nothing crazy, but noticeable. Without actually having it there to compare side by side, the GEN 4 G21 seemed to recoil less than my G30SF, which recoiled less than my G21SF. The accuracy was also on par with my other Glocks, maybe better. All things considered, grip texture/recoil system/mag release, I feel like I shoot it better than any Glock I have ever owned. The trigger was not as stiff & gritty as some have experienced with GEN 4's. It felt smoother and lighter than my G21SF & G20SF triggers.

The GEN4 G21 is my new favorite Glock (G30SF previously), and I don't see anything changing that. This thing is everything I hoped it would be & more. I'll probably end up buying another one before the year is over.

BIG thanks to Ed's Public Safety, and Nick's Gunworks in Lodi.

[Dhena81]

That's awsome man I'm glad you haven't had any problems is it ejecting the brass constantly? I'd really like to get one of the Gen 4 G20's next I have to many 45's already I really need to get a .40 next though I haven't owned one in about 4 years.

[zod]

Cool. How about the grip thickness. Noticeable difference between the Gen4 and your SF?

[elSquid]

What about uppers? I assume Gen3 aftermarket uppers are a no-go...?

Anybody making Gen 4 9x25 barrels?

-- Michael

[DRAB_81]

That's awsome man I'm glad you haven't had any problems is it ejecting the brass consistantly?

I was at Barnwood Arms in Ripon, which is a pretty small indoor range so it would be hard to tell. I wasn't really paying attention to that, but I'm pretty sure the brass all extracted consistantly.

Cool. How about the grip thickness. Noticeable difference between the Gen4 and your SF?

According to Glock, without a backstrap installed the grip is exactly the same as the G21SF. That being said, it does feel slighlty smaller in comparison.

What about uppers? I assume Gen3 aftermarket uppers are a no-go...?

Anybody making Gen 4 9x25 barrels?

-- Michael

The GEN 3 uppers will fit on the GEN 4 frames, but there will be a gap at the front of the frame. The GEN 4's have the larger Dual Spring recoil system, so the frame had to be clearanced for that.

According to JR (owner of LWD), there is no difference between GEN 4 & GEN 3 barrels. The current LWD 10mm-9x25 Dillon barrel will work in the GEN 4 G20 (whenever Glock gets around to releasing it...)

[Joe226]

Do you mind me asking what you paid for it? Did you buy it from Nick's Gun Works and are they in stock or do they have to order them?

[Oceanbob]

Cool Beans My Friend

Thanks for that report....I intend to get a GEN4 G20 when it becomes available. I sure hope they will run good with the new spring.

Thanks
Bob

[DRAB_81]

Do you mind me asking what you paid for it? Did you buy it from Nick's Gun Works and are they in stock or do they have to order them?

I bought it from Ed's Public Safety, and Nick's Gunworks did the transfer for me. I usually buy all my guns from Nick's, but none of their distributors had the GEN 4 G21's in stock yet. So far, it appears that Ed's Public Safety is the only place that has them.

[CK_32]

That's good man. I was waiting for a report inthe gen 4.

Still not sure if I like that texture over the gen 3 frame tho or the ambi mag release I'm a righty and don't have use for a lefty mag release. great post and hopefully another more reviews will come out of it soon. Still considering one after I get my 17

[zod]

According to Glock, without a backstrap installed the grip is exactly the same as the G21SF. That being said, it does feel slighlty smaller in comparison.

Good to know. Thanks for the info. Will have to fondle one at the local shop when they finally get them in.

[DRAB_81]

That's good man. I was waiting for a report inthe gen 4.

Still not sure if I like that texture over the gen 3 frame tho or the ambi mag release I'm a righty and don't have use for a lefty mag release. great post and hopefully another more reviews will come out of it soon. Still considering one after I get my 17

Trust me, the new grip texture is money. I like the GEN 3 grips too, but this feels way better in my hands. Even after 200rds (shot over the course of 30min.) my hands didn't feel any pain whatsoever. I don't really have a use for the reversible function of the mag release either. The mag release is also improved because it's bigger. Not necessarily extended, but much wider front to back. I don't have to reach as far to engage it, so mag changes go much easier for me now.

[gun505]

good info, looking on getting a g21sf, cant get a gen 4 though.

[RealBarber]

damn thats nice man

cant wait to get my hands on one

[MASTERLAB]

does anyone know where I can fondle one in so cal

[calishine]

Meathead9,

Did you notice a change in the grip angle? I feel as if the gen 4 17 and 19's new frame size produces a noticeable difference in the grip angle. Did you notice a difference in grip angles between your gen3 and gen4 g21s?