Thoughts on compensated glocks.

[KenP]

I just put a Glock 23C in jail and never shot a compensated glock before. Does it really make any difference when shooting (good or bad)?

[alfred1222]

I shoot a ported 1911, the difference is really noticeable.

[SA227driver]

I just put a Glock 23C in jail and never shot a compensated glock before. Does it really make any difference when shooting (good or bad)?

1.) More cleaning to be done
2.) you get spent gasses in your face if the wind is just right
3.) Crap gets into your slide/barrel easier via the ported holes
4.) Shooting at night will definitely get your attention.

Unless it was strictly a competition gun, I wouldn't carry or store it for primary SD/HD.

[SouperMan]

It's a fun gun to shoot at the range when it's dark. Almost like a camera flash going off in the next stall.

Invest in a good crevice tool; the porting gets gunky after awhile with burnt powder and a regular gun cleaning brush sometimes won't cut it.

[stix213]

My Glock 17C is a pretty sweet gun to shoot. The thing stays pretty level when shooting. A little extra cleaning on the top of the gun, but not a big deal. The night shooting issue is overblown. Due to the V shape of the gases out the top with the C model, it doesn't affect your night vision nearly as much as a drop in aftermarket ported barrel does. I've shot mine at night plenty of times. I have a Glock 29 with a Lone Wolf ported barrel and that is considerably more blinding.

[TKM]

I've got a 6 port barrel in my G34 that turns my fiber optic front sight back into an iron sight in about two magazines.

No other real issues. Not really a high pressure round so it doesn't take much to tame the beast. Shoots fast and flat.

The 9X25 Dillon is a whole different story.

[SB1964]

I almost bought a G23C, but opted for the non ported model. I heard about the "flash" as well, it was prolly overhyped. OP, it'll be kick butt, no worries.

[ChaneRZ]

I had a Glock 23 with Lonewolf ported barrel. It did tame the recoil a bit. Downside was the front site was getting dirty everytime.

[DriftinG Z32]

I use to EDC my Glock 32C and enjoyed it. While doing so, I put numerous rounds down range in low light situations. The "flash" is way over-hyped and had little to no effect upon my follow-up shots. The ports were noticeable with regard to recoil, but nothing too pronounced compared to the non-ported Glock 32s I've shot.

Despite the fact that the ports left openings for dirt/lent to get inside, I had zero malfunctions and nothing major fell inside of the ports. The only negative aspect I found with using a compensated Glock was the extra bit of time spent cleaning the front portion of the slide.

I also want to mention that my Glock 32C has aftermarket TruGlo's TFO sights. My particular set glows bright like the sun. Even when the front sight is slightly covered with powder, due to the ports, I can still see it and make a proper sight picture.

[nickyrr]

I shot a 1911 with one of those add on ported Wilson thing. Didn't noticed any difference

[HighLander51]

I just put a Glock 23C in jail and never shot a compensated glock before. Does it really make any difference when shooting (good or bad)?

What you have is a ported barrel, not a compensator. Comps go on the end of the barrel, like this one on one of my Open guns.

[vmwerks]

I shoot a ported 1911, the difference is really noticeable.

Must not be .45 cal then?

[k1dude]

What you have is a ported barrel, not a compensator. Comps go on the end of the barrel, like this one on one of my Open guns.

According to Glock, the OP is correct. Glock calls them "C" models for Compensated due to the integral "Compensator."

From Glock's own website:

"C" Models

"GLOCK compensator pistols are
equipped with an integrated
compensator, rendering the weapon
even more controllable during rapid fire
and allowing an improved hit pattern.
The compensator consists of two longitudinal
openings in the barrel and slide of the pistol
arranged in "V-position". This minimizes front
sight blackening through powder gases."

[KenP]

Thank you for the input fellas. Can't wait till I get to take her home and shoot.

[SNCaliber]

are compensators on handguns CA legal or do they need to be pinned/welded?