need input .... Grip Force Adapter

[Trriemferent]

First Id like to say that I consider myself a beginner handgun shooter. I own a few rifles and shotguns but Im not as proficient with handguns.

I recently purchased 2 handguns (Beretta 92 and a Glock 17) and plan on buying a Sig or a 1911 in the future. Right now, the plan is to use the Beretta at the range and the Glock for home defense. So far Ive only put about 50 rounds through each gun. I know thats not a lot of shooting time but I feel more comfortable holding the Beretta and can sight in quicker with it. Im sure if I keep using the Glock Ill eventually get used to the grip angle of the glock and muscle memory will kick in on its own.

Im one of those ppl that doesnt like to "upgrade" any of my guns by replacing the triggers or barrel or anything else. But Im thinking I might have to use the adapter if it will help me shoot better. Especially since the Glock will be used for defense. Im not too interested in the beaver tail feature of the adapter but rather how much it changes the grip angle and if it really helps you sight in faster. Im not sure if I should keep shooting the Glock as is and get used to the grip or I should install a grip adapter early on so all my handguns will grip the same. Your input is appreciated.

[cindynles]

I own both of those guns (and shoot them both a lot) and I can tell you from personal experience that the grip force adapter doesn't really change the grip angle (on a Gen-3, I don't have a Gen-4). What it does do is allow you to get a higher grip on the gun with less risk of getting slide bite.

I tried it, didn't really notice a difference when shooting it, and didn't like the way it looked. I wound up taking it off and putting it in a box with all the other "accessories" I have bought over the years.

For $20-$25 its not too much of a risk to buy one and try it out. If you don't like it, its very easy to take off.

[kauaibuilt]

Wouldnt have a glock without it (although I dont have a problem on a G36). I have fat, XL size hands and take a high 1911 type grip. Ive gotten rid of 3 glocks becasue of slide bite. Finally tried a G19 and liked it enough that I was going to have a beavertail added then saw the gripforce adapter. Its now on all my glocks.

[Trriemferent]

This would make a pathetic poll since I only got one "yes" and 1 "no"
Does any one else experience with the grip force adapters.
Thank you both for posting btw

[vandal]

Big fan of the GFA here.

[cindynles]

I'd say give it a shot. Worse case is you're out $20 if you don't like it. You won't really know if it works for you unless you try it out.

[trapshot68]

I just picked one up, and the thing I'm liking so far (but haven't shot too much), is sanding it down to fit. I think i've spent more sanding time then trigger time.

At the price, it's not much of a loss.

And the newer ones come with two adapters; I used the smooth one.

Once I get some trigger time, I'll let you know further.

[Steve-O]

I run them on both my Glocks. I initially bought them because of slide bite, and they do a great job of mitigating that problem. I discovered later that they do make them, for me at least, more "pointable", similar to a 1911 grip angle. Truth be told, the different angle is much more noticeable on my G34 than my G19.

I will echo previous sentiments in saying that they are pretty inexpensive, if you decide they aren't for you, you are not out much money.

[SNCaliber]

I liked mine on my G35, it made the back of the grip more straight, instead of humped like the original. I would only recommend it if you have big hands though, because it does add to the already wide glock grip. Also, sand down the edges as it is noticeable, I used a pachmayr sleeve over the adaptor to make the edge not as noticeable.

[tbc]

I'd say give it a shot. Worse case is you're out $20 if you don't like it. You won't really know if it works for you unless you try it out.

^^^ agree. These posts are opinions and they won't help you until you are trying it for yourself.

I personally like it.


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[Striker]

First Id like to say that I consider myself a beginner handgun shooter. I own a few rifles and shotguns but Im not as proficient with handguns.

I recently purchased 2 handguns (Beretta 92 and a Glock 17) and plan on buying a Sig or a 1911 in the future. Right now, the plan is to use the Beretta at the range and the Glock for home defense. So far Ive only put about 50 rounds through each gun. I know thats not a lot of shooting time but I feel more comfortable holding the Beretta and can sight in quicker with it. Im sure if I keep using the Glock Ill eventually get used to the grip angle of the glock and muscle memory will kick in on its own.

Im one of those ppl that doesnt like to "upgrade" any of my guns by replacing the triggers or barrel or anything else. But Im thinking I might have to use the adapter if it will help me shoot better. Especially since the Glock will be used for defense. Im not too interested in the beaver tail feature of the adapter but rather how much it changes the grip angle and if it really helps you sight in faster. Im not sure if I should keep shooting the Glock as is and get used to the grip or I should install a grip adapter early on so all my handguns will grip the same. Your input is appreciated.

No, and IMO if you want to shoot the Glock better; start shooting the Glock and set the Beretta aside for awhile. Since you're new to handguns, I think switching from one to the other is detrimental to you. Learn to run the Glock well, then branch out to other guns.