Glock 26 (Chapter 2)

A big Part 2 adventure with the cool little Glock 26 9mm. More shooting and less talk! This thing is really fun; I need to get it out more often!
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[@deesconi6253]

It's because of you Hickok45 i bought the Glock 26,and i love it,and thank's,we love you out here in KZbinLAND!

[@Braavoo__]

I’m looking in to getting one too. I actually tried out the g27 the other day. I didn’t like it. Too much recoil for a little gun. But I would love to try the 9mm Glock 26!

[@SmithsnMoz]

@@Braavoo__ ... did you buy the G26.. IF SO? HOW IS It GOING WITH IT...Im thinking of buying one ?

[@Braavoo__]

@@SmithsnMoz yea bro I literally just picked it up yesterday! Lol! It’s great I haven’t got a chance to shoot It yet but it feels good, I bought the pearce mag grip for it and it fells great! I’m looking forward to try er out but this is my 3rd Glock and they all shoot and feel great! Super easy to take apart and clean too

[@Braavoo__]

@@SmithsnMoz in general you can go wrong with any Glock, just a size and caliber preference. But they all feel and shoot great

[@oldhead_]

By far the best firearms channel here..buying my Glock 26 gen 3 tomorrow and I agree..I shoot this 26 so much better than my 17..super accurate!

[@aliman3229]

Love my baby G26. Ultra concealed carry, packs a good enough punch 👊 AND I can carry G17 back up mags. Perfect CCW pistol.

[@hickok45]

@stonejrw , My dad handed me a 1911 and a Smith & Wesson in the birthing room! :-) About 40 years.

[@Alpa6c]

The Glock 26 was the first Glock I purchased about 12 years ago.

[@jessyjohnson6220]

It's my first glock as well and it's pretty sweet

[@hickok45]

Many thousands. I carried it and shot it a lot for six years, and it was used when I bought it. I replaced the Slide Lever Stop after this video; as you can see, it was not keeping the slide back reliably. Actually, the spring is all I need to replace, but I had an extra Slide Lever Stop, so I just switched it out for now.

[@rdean45acp]

I love my 26, still my edc. I don't shoot mine as good as you Hickok but I am a competent shooter and I can hold my own. It is a very accurate gun and if I could only have one, it'd be a glock 26. Takes all it's bigger brothers mags.

[@Time-and-Tide]

These early Hickok 45 videos when Glock was King are so pleasingly nostalgic to watch. The model 26 is a classic handgun, and I plan on acquiring one for concealed carry in the near future. Hickok himself seems a bit nostalgic about Glock lately, and I hope that translates into more Glock videos featuring other classics like the model 23 in .40 S&W (the last Glock he would ever get rid of at one point in time). Thank you sir for your contributions to the shooting sports! 🤠👍

[@lentinikhalsa1]

I used to only like my G26 with the pearce grip +2 extenders, but now after trying it with a flush fit for awhile im beginning to prefer it with the flush fit magazines. They look better on the gun and feel fine, I don't know why I used to favor those extended mags so much, even though ive got gigantor hands, like you... The 26 w/ flush mags fits me fine

[@hickok45]

Lots of good hybrid IWB holsters out there now. A couple of premium ones I really like are Hidden Hybrid Holster and StealthGear.

[@michieljames737]

hickok45 Hi uncle Hickok. I am setting up to purchase a G26. I had my mind set in the Gen4 but am seriously considering the Gen5. Please help meake an informed decision. I have watched so many videos and just want to make the best decision. Money is not the object here as the extra cash really isn't such an issue. I do hope you will be able to give me your unbiased opinion. Best regards.

[@bambamthecamocowboy9037]

@@michieljames737 Gen 3 is The Best Gen Glock Has Made, My Opinion!!!

[@hickok45]

@16dNails This is not unusual; a lot of people find that they shoot the compact better than the full size Glock and that they shoot the subcompact better than the compact.

[@hickok45]

A little with my .45s so that I could shoot lead bullets. I've not been that pleased with them, though. I have Lone Wolf Barrels for my Glock 30 and my Glock 21, but sometimes they don't like my handloads. I think I'm just going to sell the Lone Wolf barrels and when I want to shoot cast bullets, drag out a 1911, which is what I normally do anyway.

[@LarryC213]

I might be wrong about this, but I love the close-ups on the gong. It looks like you can actually see some of the bullets as they fly into the target. And you can also see some of the bullets bounce off of the gong.

[@bananasrotate7821]

Yeah, you can see the bullets fly in some videos!

[@bananasrotate7821]

One video, he was shooting 1oz slugs and you could see them flying over to the end of the range. He wasn't shooting the gong, though. I think it was some kind of board in front of a metal barrel.

[@williamgolden5500]

Big FACTS especially with the g27

[@hickok45]

Never had any trouble with them. They are "Glock" tough, apparently. :-)

[@justsomemincedgarlic]

hickok45 just ordered another one here in 2020 after carrying it in rotation with a sig p365. I always end up back with the g26. Being able to carry a g17 mag as a backup is a game changer for me.

[@Braavoo__]

just some minced garlic nice I tried out the g27 I didn’t like it, too much recoil for a little gun, hopefully I’ll get the 26 if they have them in stock! Lol

[@justsomemincedgarlic]

Victor Bravo good luck haha mine is still on back order from the start of the month. Guess with all the liberals burning the cities down, 9mm glocks sold really well.

[@Braavoo__]

just some minced garlic haha yea I went shooting yesterday and man it was packed! Lots of new shooters! But that’s a good thing, hopefully they don’t forget about the 2nd and who supports it this November! Better safe than sorry. I’ll just stick to my 17 till I then! Enjoy your 26 when you get it 👍

[@justsomemincedgarlic]

Victor Bravo yeah I hope you’re right. I will man you enjoy that 17. One of my favorites with a 33 round standard capacity mag in it haha

[@hickok45]

@AirsoftVeteran96 , They are supposed to be fine guns. I've not shot one; they just seem a big larger and less "dehorned" than Glocks of the same caliber and size. Great company and guns, though.

[@hickok45]

@armyfreak1019 , Both are great; the G30 is heavier and thicker, of course.

[@hickok45]

Bowling pins are very tough targets! I used to have a .458 Win Mag I'd shoot them with. I twas about the only thing that would really blow them up with a round or two. I'll break out the .45-70 or slugs on them one day. I have a slug vs bowling pin video in mind anyway.

[@hickok45]

Actually, it might be 30 or 32. I forget. It's a bunch, though.

[@hickok45]

Only about 50 years at this point. You'd think I'd know something by now! :-)

[@Subzerotn]

I wouldn't get into a gun fight with this guy if I had 50cal.

[@packardjosy3881]

lol

[@hickok45]

Yeah, we used to use those back in the '80s on Glocks. I used the Hogue rubber grips, too, until I decided I preferred a sandpaper feel.

[@hickok45]

@bZberetta , I've never had a Glock that the sights were not right on. You might get someone else to shoot it. Also, you might try some of the tips/tricks I share in my techniques videos.

[@hickok45]

I think the slide lock must have worn or broken on me while the gun was resting in the safe. I believe I have some replacements.

[@hickok45]

@aw3212 G26, G27, G23, or G19 usually.

[@hickok45]

@AndrewMonkey8 , Thanks. Better watch saying that; I might just quote you in a video and talk for 48 minutes without firing a shot! :-)

[@hickok45]

I've carried the G26 for at least six years and at least that long a time the G27. Both is the easy answer, but for now I'm going to stick with the G27. I'm fine with either, though.

[@hickok45]

@jamesbond415 Finegun. I had one for a few years. Nothing wrong with the .357 Sig; I just have no need for it.

[@lentinikhalsa1]

Wow Hickock that was some damn fine shootin'! I think you should be carrying a Glock 26 for your CCW... I do..

[@hickok45]

+Hari Khalsa I do carry it sometimes. Lately, it's been the G43 mostly, though.

[@hickok45]

@TRUTHTELEVISED , Slide stop spring went out on me. I replaced the slide stop and spring after the video. It corrected the problem.

[@hickok45]

@Gunfreak513 , If I'm shooting a 9mm, I try to remember to go over and make sure none of them are set "hard." Sometimes, if the bottom is set back against the dirt, even a .45 or .44 won't always knock them over. They are very heavy.

[@hafizaz-9858]

G27

[@hickok45]

Yes, I joke about that often. They'll find Civil War Mini balls, 8mm, Revolutionary War balls (.75 caliber), .45-70 buffalo rounds, etc. all in one "dig"!.

[@hickok45]

That's the thing. I don't mind loading FMJ bullets for my Glocks; I can shoot all the cast bullets I want in my 1911s. They eat anything I feed them.

[@hickok45]

@smokeandscornme Nope, not chrome, just worn down to the metal, and it WAS the problem.

[@hickok45]

I've shot all over the place. A target is a target; it's like a basketball goal; doesn't matter where you are, you still have to hit it. :-)

[@Jcauto-t4r]

I have one and I know what you mean 😊 ( Glock 26 Gen 4 )

[@hickok45]

@zemen51 , Then it becomes a bigger gun. If I want a bigger grip, I'll carry the G19.

[@hickok45]

I think every shooter generally has his eye on something! Not sure, though. Wouldn't mind a good AK again, but I'm not that knowledgeable about them.

[@hickok45]

Thought I did give them a pretty good endorsement over the last year. Don't recall getting any checks from them, though. :-)

[@hickok45]

@MrMathew450 , The G26 is pretty popular for that. A Glock requires very little maintenance, but all guns require cleaning and a little lubing.

[@hickok45]

@PenusDeMilo , Thanks. Glocks pretty much sell themselves, so they don't look too hard for people to advertise them. :-)

[@hickok45]

@1hoosierfan , As a 12 or 13 year-old, I suppose. I didn't start competition until in my 20s.

[@jstraw11]

Somebody got their hands full if they ever draw down on this guy!

[@DelpFan2008]

There would be near instant regret.....

[@hickok45]

Thanks.

[@hickok45]

@paoloviloria , They feel pretty good, but I've not owned one.

[@hafizaz-9858]

G27

[@hickok45]

Yep, I just replaced the Slide Lever Stop, and it's as good as new. The spring had finally weakened and needs replacement. I'll probably put the old Lever Stop back in after I replace the spring in it.

[@hafizaz-9858]

G27

[@hickok45]

@Obeace , Only in my dreams; I'm a legend in my own mind! :-)

[@hickok45]

@636tomcat , I fondled one at the NRA convention, and I was very impressed with the trigger break. Seems like a good gun.

[@hickok45]

@ArtiexDR , Talon Grips.

[@gljarvis]

You’re the reason I bought a Glock 26 for my primary conceal carry gun. Thank You, I could not be happier with my choice.

[@hickok45]

@irishbollix , Sorry, I have not been asked to appear in a parade for a long time. I'm too ugly.:-)

[@ziepit]

is it me or can u literally see some of the round when he shooting the gong

[@bananasrotate7821]

Yep, you can see them flying towards it!

[@robertbennett6418]

I've said before that I don't care for Glock. Can't really say why. I've now come to the conclusion that if Hickok45 likes then so much that I must be missing something. I need to find one to shoot. I do like the size

[@hickok45]

Don't think so - I don't recall removing any comments lately, other than when the owner removes it and it just leaves the message that it was removed. I remove those sometimes just to get them out of the way. What was your comment?

[@kurtg8861]

Glock 26,,, THE best carry gun,,, hands down... I know, I didn’t just say that right? 😳

[@J1Z06]

I have a 19c with over 8600 rds through it. Time and time again, I've heard how accurate 26's are and your video proves it! You are also very informative, a damn good shot and humble! Thank you for sharing this very cool video with us. I've enjoyed it so much I've watched it three times!

[@sinqros]

Got my first Glock in Jan 2012, a G23, still have it 11 years later, got a G19 a few months later, in 2013 I bought a G26, still have it too, the G26 has maybe close to 2K rounds and zero Malfunctions, & very accurate, been watching Hickok45 since like 2011👍

[@jetdr]

I have a 26, my favorite gun to carry.

[@hickok45]

Had the standing animals made about 24 years ago, but the handing plates, gongs, and hanging buffaloes, cowboy, & tombstones I got from Arntzen Targets. I don't think he has the tombstones anymore, though.

[@hickok45]

That would be nice, but I won't hold my breath. Glock hardly even needs to advertise.

[@dukedalington]

Man, hitting that gong at 80 yards like that with a 26 is damn impressive

[@kamafilowe]

he hit it right in the middle too

[@Red_Beard_Builds]

AmaZing sound 😂

[@bev8200]

I've learned so much about guns from this man over the years, it almost feels like I know him. One day I'll get a 26.

[@VioStarclad]

I've decided on the G26 to be my carry gun. Like pretty much everything about it, though it's not the nicest-looking gun there is. It has its own charm. Cant' wait till July when I can buy it.

[@johnfrainee3742]

I watch all your videos and I read all the positive comments you and your son John receive regularly! I truly believe it’s all been said although one word continues to resonate in my mind and describe what you represent and how are you to bring it. RESPECT...........

[@willie9742]

Just got my Glock 26 today! Thanks for your review. I was torn between a couple guns but this video put me over the top for the G26.

[@J1Z06]

My friend just traded His PPS .40 for a 26. He's debuting it tomorrow :) I rented one a long time ago and the thing amazed me. Happy 2011 hickok. All the best.

[@cfh13]

Thank you for pointing me in the direction of Talon Grips hickok. That is the only upgrade i have done to my G17 and i wont ever carry a gun without them. They look stock and made shooting on a hot 103 degree Texas day flawless. I took my LTC exam that day and i was sweating shotgun shells (not bullets) but my grip didnt suffer one bit. I had to wipe my face every time between volleys but my grip was spot on.

[@sweetcostarica]

_I owned three (3) _*_Glock 26s_*_ until..._ The Glock 26 was my favorite glock *BUT* today my favorite carry Glock (CCW) is the *_Glock 43/43X._* Which is an amazing "true" sub-compact (IMO): The G43/43X is lighter than the G26. The G43/43X is smaller than the G26. The G43/43X is less costly than the G26. The G43/43X is just as accurate as the G26. The G43/43X is just as reliable as the G26. The G43/43X is what more new shooters want & are using for Coronavirus concealed carry self-defense (as I saw in my CCW/CHD class). _Thus,_ For concealed carry the *_Glock 43/43X_* is much better than the Glock 26. For home defense the *_Glock 19x & Glock 45 (9mm)_* is much better than the G26 or G43/43X. BUT the powerful shotgun or rifle *should ALWAYS be use to defend your home.* NOTE: _Magazine Interchangeability an Advantage??_ If you are not a government agent, in Law Enforcement, or on active duty in the military why would *magazine interchangeability* with different Glock platforms matter - _talking about serious use of a firearm._

[@1faSStchevy]

When he starts shooting the gong you can see the rounds coming in. Really good on the 6th shoot (5th hit). Love the G26, I'm getting one soon to go with my G27 that Hickok45 sold me on. THANKS HICKOK45!!!

[@FunninGunnin1]

Hickok45 Trivia: This is the first video with the "Life is Good" sign off.

[@davidroygodden]

Thank you Hickok, I just ordered the Glock 26 due in no small part to your advice. You are really an awesome dude. Thank you - thank you - thank you. DG

[@hickok45]

@kaaajeee , My son unless there's a tripod involved.

[@hickok45]

Nope, not in my 20+ years of experience.

[@cutlerylover]

small yes, but what do you mean by weak?

[@CadenJay]

That's crazy

[@hickok45]

Sound like a politician, don't I?? :-)

[@J1Z06]

how firmly do you grip the 26? and I love how you punish that bowling pin! :) more than likely going to trade my '91 NRM Colt .45 for a 26. I shouldn't, but curiosity is getting the best of me hehe. Happy New Year hickok45!

[@sastaroo]

Love your vids hickok. When I was looking for my first carry weapon, all of my research kept leading me to the Glock 26. My research was dead on. I purchased a Glock 26 and haven't looked back since. I have a G19, and G26, and IMO they are 2 of the best handguns ever made. I fired plenty of firearms, but I am a Glocker for life. I've had my Glocks for over 8 years, and never a single issue with any of them. I mainly carry the 26 because I can conceal it better than the 19.

[@Dirtcheapdeals]

I really enjoy all your videos you share, this video really helped me make a choice on what gun I was going to buy for a conceal carry gun. Thanks

[@MadMax9to40]

Excellent shooting, sir! I wish I could afford to shoot more. You have an awesome range, too. I hope to have one similar at my future retirement residence.

[@deputysheriff100]

Man that was some fantastic shooting. Got to watching your vids when I got my Ruger LCP for a backup. My duty issue is Sig P229. In my dreams I wish I could shoot as good as yoju. And I'm no slouch. Waning the new Ruger LC9 but nobody in the Georgia area has one. Have you seen them and/or what are your thought about the LC9. Just subbed to your channel. Really enjoy it. Thank you sir.

[@rogerfike7549]

Need to do review on gen 5 Glock 26

[@hickok45]

Huh?

[@jpbladeaholic1180]

you would deff be my last choice on the planet if I picked who was shooting at me, awesome shooting.

[@woody9101]

Nice shooting. you had a 6"ish grouping in 3 shoots at 80 yards With a baby glock!!

[@arridedry]

26 and the 19 are my fovorite glocks. great video like always!

[@MrSurgicalPrecision]

I spent the weekend before last in West Virginia and I got to shoot my first Glock. It was a G 26, and it was full auto. I'm not kidding you at all. There are already videos of me shooting it on KZbin but not on my channel.

[@edgarserna5042]

Couple years ago I shot my buddies glock 26. On private property clearing doorways and hitting steel targets through windows. I tell you I fell in love and bought my own glock 26 last week because of the sweet memory of its baby trigger. Took it to the range today Mr. Hickok I almost felt like you. Put it in a new holster and it's already gonna be my every single day carry gun.

[@tkwood]

I use this as my primary concealed carry. I agree, it is hard to beat the reliability and versatility of the Glocks!

[@jsj297]

Hickok, I bought my Glock 26 several months ago because of this video, and I love it! Thanks for making such great videos sir!!!

[@Roberthurz]

Hickok! I don't believe there are many (if any) people out there with custom guns or not that can out shoot you! I have only owned my 26 for two months. It's my fourth Glock and I love it! I can shoot it as well if not better than any pistol I own. Thanks for this video! It rocks! I get so much pleasure out of watching you shoot! Thank you, thank you thank you! It's snowing where I live so I'm not going out today! (bummer!) This is the next best thing to shooting myself!:0)

[@ptroxxx]

I was wondering why you always let your magazines fall to the ground.. doesnt this get them dirty and make it so you cant reuse them right away.. always having to clean them before your next use ? ? Im a new shooter and just always see you releasing them to the ground..... Thanks for all the great videos.

[@drumgodtim]

I so enjoy your videos. I am originally from MS. Living in El Paso, TX at present. Here on the border we have real problem right across the border in Juarez. I have a 1911 and PT92 Taurus. The Glock 26 seems to be a great gun for CCW. Would it work as a pocket pistol, or would it be better holstered? Great Job!!!

[@GlockumOllie]

I can't tell if your being sarcastic or are serious. I couldn't disagree with you more. If the SHTF and at a critical moment your pistol goes(CLICK) instead of (BANG!) because the magazine is empty but did not cue you to reload you could be killed and no longer have to worry about reloading. If the pistol does go (CLICK) when you wanted it to go (BANG) and you are alive hopefully your opponent doesn't see it. Hopefully you will be able to reload before you are killed. This is a critical failure!

[@grishfish]

If Glock is not paying you, they should be. After watching your G19 videos I bought one. Then I found this videos. Looks like there's a G26 in my future. The accuracy surprises me (speaking from limited experience with my G19).

[@J1Z06]

I keep coming back to this video :) The last thing I need now is to cave and buy a 26! There is a range here maybe 30 miles or so that rents guns. Maybe I'll go try the little 26 and see how I like it for fun. Thanks hickok45!

[@asfan7]

What happens to the bowling pin after it has been peppered by your glock? Can you show a close up? Or better yet, break out some firepower that shatters or explodes the pin? You have to have a gun for that occasion

[@earthwalker4293]

Sir…did you ever resolve the issue with the slide not locking back? Any idea on what the cause was? Thanks!

[@Kornholeeoo]

I carry my G26 or my 1911 Ultra Raptor. I’ve been carrying the glock more lately as it does hold a few more rounds.

[@Nicho2177]

your 26 has character, I love when glocks get honest wear

[@dullbrass]

What about a sign like this: "Dear burglar, please make sure to tune in to my KZbin channel before breaking into my property. Hickock45" :o)

[@trenton6094]

Just purchased my first glock 26 because of your videos I get it Friday since I have to wait 10 days