Glock 30 (and variations)

[Trains1723]

Mine runs perfect and I also shoot lead reloads with the LoneWolf barrel.

This configuration runs a 13 round preban from my 1993 Glock 21 (gen 2) with a magazine extension.

In .45 ACP you can't beat Glock 30 or 21.

My G30 is very accurate. This one is not the SF (short frame) model but I have large hands. I do have the SF models for my newer G 20s and gen 4 G21. (Gen 4 Glocks are short frame out of the box).

That's awesome! Great mods!

[Tripper]

I like my 30sf
Just started carrying it instead of my 36, decided yo try it out for a bit, so far so good, can't complain



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[ARRGH!]

Yes, the 30S is easier to conceal due to slimmer slide (30SF, 30S and Gen 4s all have the same frame size) but a little snappier due to the lighter slide. The 30S slide will crack sooner under stress since it's thin, less structural reinforcement.

The Gen 4s have better grip texture (night and day difference), crisp trigger pull, and 3x larger magazine release. I find the last one undesirable in a "subcompact" since it makes it easy to accidentally drop the magazine

Gen 1-3 (non-RTFs) grip texture are slippery, however, applying skateboard tape or Talon grips either in granulated or rubber texture can remedy this.

The Glock 30 magazine is double stack, thus frames are wider than say a G19. For concealed carry, you might want to consider the G26/G27 if that is your purpose.

[Dvrjon]

The 30S slide will crack sooner under stress since it's thin, less structural reinforcement.

The 30S slide has been used in the G36 for years without a problem.

JR

[Tripper]

The 30S slide has been used in the G36 for years without a problem.



JR

I think you mean the 36 slide has been used on the 30sf for years



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[Dvrjon]

I think you mean the 36 slide has been used on the 30sf for years
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Sir, no, that is not what I meant to say.

Glock SF models began production in 2007. Some who may have owned both the G30SF and the G36 may have experimented with putting the G36 slide atop the G30SF. But that's not the point.

The G30S was introduced in 2013:

consisting of a factory-made 36 slide on top of a 30SF frame.

http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2...ng-from-glock/

The 30S slide has been used in the G36 for years (1999) without a problem, (which is what I meant to, and did, say).

There don't appear to be documented incidents of the G36 slide failing, therefore, ARRGH!'s assertion that the G30S slide would fracture earlier than the G30SF appears to be unfounded.

Best.

JR

[Tripper]

The 30s just came out, has not been out for 'years', only A year and change
Whereas, the 36 slide has been used on a 30sf frame for actual years (2 or more), this, I have done myself, for years.
Or do you mean, that the slide currently being used by the factory on the 30s, is the slide that has always been used on the 36, since it's original design in 99, (dang, has it been out that long) and just was not named a 30s, prior to 2013.
Or ultimately, there has always been a 30s slide, and it simply hasn't has a gun model associated with it until now?



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[Tripper]

I do agree, the 30s is simply a 36 slide on a 30sf, but I don't follow the statement of a 30s slide having been used on a 36 frame for years, as the 30s slide was not always a 30s slide, it was previously a 36 slide

Otherwise, I'm thinking of a 30s myself, although I have a 30sf, and a 36, where I 'could' put the 36 slide on, but, not sure they would approve of a hybrid like that for ccw

I'm currently carrying my 30sf, in place of my 36 (carried for the last couple years) and my carry method makes it negligible difference. It is of course 4oz plus 4 bullets heavier.
changing the slide out, would make no diff whatsoever with my carry method.


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[ARRGH!]

The 30S slide has been used in the G36 for years without a problem.

JR

So far I've only read two reports where the 30S owner/s had dropped the slide and the slide cracked upon hitting the floor.

If you will do a research you will find out that there have been reports of cracked slides on the G17 and G19. Whether their stories are true or not, it's up to you to decide. Since the 30S is a thin slide on a .45 acp loaded heavy frame, it makes sense that it's easier to crack than the regular 30 slide.

[Dvrjon]

So far I've only read two reports where the 30S owner/s had dropped the slide and the slide cracked upon hitting the floor.

If you will do a research you will find out that there have been reports of cracked slides on the G17 and G19. Whether their stories are true or not, it's up to you to decide. Since the 30S is a thin slide on a .45 acp loaded heavy frame, it makes sense that it's easier to crack than the regular 30 slide.

Your statement:

the 30S slide will (may or can be anticipated to)crack sooner under stress since it's thin, less structural reinforcement.

You made the statement as fact, not assumption.

I also didn't realize you had included owner abuse in the concept.

The 36 slide has been used since 1999 on a slim .45ACP loaded frame. Using it on a heavier frame does not portend failure.

Given enough time, all manufactured items will fail. G36 slides will probably do so used either on the 36 or 30S. However, comparison with G17 and 19 failures over decades of use and millions of rounds does not prove that the G36 slide will fail before all others. It just indicates that other stuff which is used over time can break.

Cheers.

JR

(Glock Rule #1: Don't drop your plastic gun)

[Dvrjon]

I do agree, the 30s is simply a 36 slide on a 30sf, but I don't follow the statement of a 30s slide having been used on a 36 frame for years, as the 30s slide was not always a 30s slide, it was previously a 36 slide

I'll add some words to help:
The 30S (which was introduced in 2013), uses the same slide which has been used in the G36 for years (1999) without a problem.

Better?

JR

[Tripper]

I'll add some words to help:

The 30S (which was introduced in 2013), uses the same slide which has been used in the G36 for years (1999) without a problem.



Better?



JR

Yep, that way it reads right




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[RoundEye]

I recently picked up a G30SF, and purchased a G36 complete upper to make a California G30S, and it's my new favorite. The G30 and G30 SF have the same slide, and just have a different grip the standard G30 grip is longer from backstrp to frontstrap. The G36 slide is thinner, so by combining the two you get a thinner doublestack (10rd) compact .45.

[Tripper]

Glock 30 (and variations)

Double stack that runs g21 mags even


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[Trains1723]

Got the regular 30... Waiting for it to come in..

Would this be suitable for a duty weapon? Not for a police officer but say security guard where it will be RARELY drawn.