Why I Chose The Glock 23 Over The Glock 19

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[@steemerxaxon1643]

Don't care what anyone says... about BALLISTIC RESULTS... The GLOCK 23 (40 cal.) is a Harder hitting more powerful Round than the GLOCK 19 (9mm)

[@rowdyghost4713]

Facts! I keep hearing the bullshit “modern 9mms are more advanced”. 40 is bigger than 9mm it’s not rocket science😂

[@kevonsidek9737]

G19 the better gun overall

[@mackleven7]

@@theerealbillyb Exactly lol, people act like a 9mm won’t make someone drop like a 40 would

[@theerealbillyb]

@@mackleven7 it most definitely will. Lol

[@nickbugh1406]

@@mackleven7 tell that to the meth heads who eat 9mm

[@cland9189]

With a Glock 23 you can shoot 22lr with conversion, 9mm with conversion barrel, and 357 sig with barrel.

[@pabloescobar7802]

It’s funny most people that dog 🐶 the .40 have never shot one nor owned one .. they just jump on the 9 bandwagon ..

[@2ndAmmendmentAmerican]

Not to mention the Glock 23 can shoot 9mm with a barrel swap and a 9mm mag.

[@GunsNGames248]

​@@2ndAmmendmentAmericandoing way too much. But why get a 40 when u can get 10mm

[@protectiverailroaddad7541]

My gen 3 Glock 23 has been staged as a home defense handgun for about 10 years now. I can’t remember a single malfunction with this gun with at least 6k-7k rounds through it. It was my carry gun for years and I shot the snot out of it but eventually moved on. But it still is relevant and trusted and holds a special place in my heart because it was my first Glock lol

[@rusty972pedroza8]

I been carrying my G23 for work for the past 2 years I’m a armed guard went to the range yesterday and it jammed on me 3 times no I don’t really trust it

[@protectiverailroaddad7541]

@@rusty972pedroza8 well when was the last time you changed your magazine springs or rsa? You should still perform maintenance on your gun and accessories to keep them in good working condition no matter how well they worked in the past. I’ve had malfunctions with Glocks, just not my 23. Seems if you didn’t have problems before, but you do now years later it might be an issues of replacing some parts.

[@rusty972pedroza8]

@@protectiverailroaddad7541 it’s pretty much a new firearm bought it new 2 years ago put 500rds threw it no malfunctions hadn’t shot it in couple months went to the range the other day and in the first couple rounds it jammed up on me

[@MLinktheprophet]

@@rusty972pedroza8 ammo?

[@svrbr7481]

@@rusty972pedroza8 could be bad ammo or a shitty grip. I wouldn’t be quick to blame a new gun that only has 500 rounds through it. The only time my 23 malfunctioned was a ftf from a box that had multiple cartridges with defects and a couple stovepipes from my gf limp wristing it.

[@michaell1665]

My reason for wanting a G23 is different. I do like the extra knockdown power of 40 S&W. However, many people pass on good 40 S&W Glock deals, not realizing that one can purchase a conversion barrel for any of the standard sized Glocks for anywhere from $70 to $150. My experience shows that with these conversion barrels one can shoot 9mm all day with the Glock 40 S&W with the existing springs merely by changing the barrel. This gives one incredible versatility, especially with a potential SHTF gun that can shoot both 9 and 40! I have a few 9mm mags that I've used for this purpose, however, as a test I shot a couple of magazines of 9mm through my 40 cal magazines (just to confirm it works). I never had one feed issue.

[@KSUBIKAYY]

Rught

[@thetruthisoutthereyt]

Same here with all you said.

[@benitob2037]

Hey man any recommendations for a reliable website for g23 gen5 parts? I’m going crazy trying to find parts.

[@michaell1665]

@@benitob2037 I really can't comment on parts in general for the g23. I bought my Lone Wolf 9mm conversion barrel from an Ebay vendor and it seems very accurate.

[@benitob2037]

@@michaell1665 the whole point of the 23 was for the .40, I really don’t want to change it to 9mm

[@angrychilimango630]

Recently purchased a Glock 23 gen 3 . It was a hard decision between the 23 and 19 . I already have 2 other 9mm handguns and wanted something with more stopping power and versatility, went with the 23 , no regrets .

[@IVIMAGERY]

Do you regret getting the gen 3 over the newer gens? I just got bought the same gun

[@detroitsound9364]

​@@IVIMAGERY gen 3 is the best gen if you ask me plus the gen 3 has the most aftermarket parts. Some people only buy gen 3s

[@boejiden120]

Some say gen 3 is the best

[@angrychilimango630]

@@IVIMAGERY gen 3 is the absolute best, gen 5 is pretty good too !

[@kevinrichardson8859]

​@@boejiden120it is the best gen overall

[@douglasphillips24]

I have both 19 & 23 that I rotate but my accuracy increased after shooting the 23 more. I can shoot both accurately now cause the 40 required me to pay attention to grip, trigger pull, & sight alignment more so than the 19 . Like anything else you just need to shoot a boat load down range. Love the 40 cal.

[@weega9852]

It's not even a debate the 23 wins by far especially that it can convert from a 40 to a 9mm it's a win for the 23

[@crowviking]

I just bought a G23, and I wasn't sure what ammo to buy for it, so I bought 9mm. But you are saying it can shoot both? How, what do I have to change on the gun to convert?

[@weega9852]

@@crowviking yes you can easily convert it into a 9mm by buying “ the lone wolf 9mm conversion barrel” just replace it with the glock 23 40cal barrel that you have right now and your set i think even glock 19 9mm mags can run in the 23 or you can put 9mm ammo in the 40cal mags when you change it using the conversion barrel

[@theerealbillyb]

Why convert though? Just stick with the 9mm lol

[@weega9852]

@@theerealbillyb I already have a 9mm and personally i stick with the 40 cal its better . And why not have both in one gun ?

[@theerealbillyb]

@@weega9852 I had the 27 and 23 both chambered in .40 but it just wasn’t that big of a difference to me so I decided to stick with 9mm. I get what you’re saying though, Bro.

[@torreyalston7979]

Great video. I also chose the Glock 23 for pretty much the same reasons you mentioned. The what clearly push me over was the ability to convert .40 to 9mm using the same platform. It was pretty much as No brainer for me after that.

[@TheToridzone]

I don’t understand why so many people hate the .40 whether it be Glock 22 or 23. I have the Glock 19 and 23 and I love them both. Both function flawlessly very reliable, so being between the two I would have to go with the Glock 23

[@frankernest3712]

Glock 23 can be easily converted to 9mn or 357 Sig. The beefed up slide mitigates the recoil of smaller rounds

[@Bigafrmthad]

Literally the same size g19 a hair bigger

[@frankernest3712]

@@Bigafrmthad The Gen5 is more than just a hair bigger. The holsters are not compatible because of the difference

[@permanenceaesthetic6545]

@@Bigafrmthad Not anymore.

[@KingDeuceDroppa]

@@Bigafrmthad you’ve obviously never held a Gen 5 23, definitely not just a hair bigger. Slide thickness is closer to G20-G21…just a hair slimmer. I have to use my G20 holsters for mine

[@witolddupa]

There's a.22 conversion barrel but it's almost the same price as a gun. The 9mm is about $70

[@jdmb03]

The G23 5th gen is the one for me. The heavier slide and spring cut recoil compared to a 2nd gen that I used to have. There is no difference between the grip width on the G19 and G23.

[@stephenmartin9393]

The first Glock I bought was a Glock 23. Some years later I bought a Glock 19. I have about 25 - 30 magazines for each. I stumbled on a Galco IWB holster that fits both guns. I carry the Glock 23 because the .40 S&W is about 30 - 35% stronger than the 9mm for the same sized gun. If you want to buy a Model 23 you can buy aftermarket conversion barrels that will convert the 40 to a 9mm (but the 40 will not work in the 9mm)

[@jaycamacho8179]

Also you can shoot .357 Sig out of the G23 (with conversion barrel) which is like 9mm on steroids

[@dmkmari4171]

I feel like the .40 is better than 9mm because it’s over all well balanced round not too small not too big neither just right

[@alexrain1188]

Most of what you said is why I went 40 Cal in the first place. Slower velocity, more expansion and energy transfer, no over penetration. Keep those neighbors and kids safe. Another thing I’ve noticed is that during ammo scares, I was still able to find the 40 Cal for sale.

[@Lift_these]

I agree with steemer…. I have done a lot of research on this matter myself. The 40 is a better round. I hear people winning about recoil… well I respect people that may be ill or have injuries but, other than that; there are a lot of wooses out here. The recoil is slightly more than a 9. 9mm can be snappy also depending on the ammo. 40 can penetrate like a 9 but, hit like a 45. All I shoot is 9, 40 and 10mm. I had the 45 but, when I studied it ballistically it was poor at penetration. Now you can find some 45 that can penetrate but, it’s not found consistently. However, a regular box of 40 does penetrate better and still have a higher velocity than 45. In other words you will find more 40 ammo that have better penetration and foot pounds of energy on impact. There is a chart that compare one shot stops with all pistol calibers by law enforcement and two rounds the police used that accomplished that was 357 magnum first, then 40. So 40 for me is better than 9 and 45. Even though I have a G45 ( 9mm), I lean more towards my G23 (40). I even got a sub2000 in 40, that use the Glock 22 round Mags…🤪

[@cbennett6093]

Agreed. I've been shooting .40 for over 25 years. No recoil problem. I once saw/heard someone shooting a high recoil/blast pistol. I asked ".40?". He said "No, 9mm +P". Enough said. I also have your Sub 2k. Also G23's gen 3,4,5. I fit the 4 better than the 3, and the 5 is awesome. G35 MOS and G24 round out the collection.

[@Lift_these]

I agree.. I also have the various generations and the Glock 35. They are awesome…

[@theerealbillyb]

This is tuff but both are great options for home defense. You can’t go wrong with either. Like you said the only major difference is recoil. Both calibers will get the job done but if I’m choosing one, it’s the do all Glock 19.

[@1phresh]

My girlfriend’s hands are almost 2x smaller than mine and I took her to the gun range, it was her first time and she held and shot my Glock 23 .40 cal with relative ease, and she shot some great shots, I don’t see how people complain about the recoil on the Glock 23.

[@rodney5269]

You can shoot 9mm with conversion barrel. 40sw can rival 45 acp in knockdown power with 200 grain 40sw. Also you can shoot 357 sig. 357 sig rivals 10 mm in penetration. Underwood has 357 sig ammo that has near rifle velocities at 2100 fp. I am pretty sure that can penetrate a grizzly bear's skull.

[@DesmoProfundis]

Yeah absolutely, everything you said was right on the mark, but I feel you left out one of the most important reasons to always go with a G-23 over a 19 regardless of what ammo you tend to like better. That is the fact that, with a conversion barrel and 9mm mags, you can convert a G-23 into a gun that shoots 9mm. If you buy a G-19 that's all you have regardless of what ammo you can find, what's on sale to plink with, or what new rounds come out for one gun or the other. If you have a G-23 you have much more versatility in having the ability to feed your pistol anything on the shelf for either of those two calibers. I'm a prepper, so versatility in the platform I chose is important.

[@davidponder1654]

My girl is 5’1” and small as hell but she has no issue shooting .40. I get tired of hearing people tell me I need to get her a .380 or .22.

[@Paul-rp1ld]

A very well thought out and valid reason for using the G-23 over the 19.

[@bluveiner43]

Have gen.3 Glock 23 and its my edc and has been since 2002.Qualified many times with it and no issues at all.Great gun!

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

Good video. I love my 23 and 19’s. If I could only choose one for home defense, I’d go Glock 19…. any generation. 9mm Ammo is cheaper to train; the wife and daughter like the 9mm caliber better than .40; 9mm I get faster follow up shots with better accuracy; muzzle flash is less with 9mm; rapport with 9mm is LESS than .40 and that’s important indoors without hearing protection. As for generation, I love them all with Gen 3 and 5 being my favorites. However I prefer the Gen5 Glock 23 over the Gen3. Reason being is the slide on the Glock 23 gen5 is slightly thicker than gen3. That’s because Glock finally acknowledged that they needed to make the gen5 23 thicker due to failures at around 35,000-40,000 rounds of 40 through previous generations.

[@Richard-wz9uh]

Thank you for your video. I wrestled with this myself . This is where I personally landed: I would buy the Glock 23 if I could only have one pistol. It is the best balance of reliability, stopping two-legged and big four-legged critters (black bear, wild boar, etc), size, capacity, and shootability. However, I'm not limited to one pistol so I went with the Glock 19 for two-legged critters and the Glock 20 for four-legged critters (I also regularly carry this in the colder months). Both my Glock 19 and 20 have the same sights, light, and trigger so there is minimal difference between the two. I've been impressed with how well the Glock 20 manages recoil even with full power Buffalo Bore and Underwood loads. If I can make one recommendation to prevent overpenetration and devastate your target it would be to use a 16" 5.56/.223 and load it with Hornady V Max 40gr rounds. Crazy destruction at home defense ranges and minimal chance of overpenetration. Also, this round is going so fast and has such a thin jacket that it fragments after going through two sheets of dry wall. This is my home defense setup. Test it for yourself and you won't be disappointed.

[@tikotiko5328]

Glock 23 with a lone wolf 40 to 9 conversion barrel. Best of both worlds.

[@RipTraxx]

I have a Gen 3 23.....glad i got it. Tons of companies make conversion barrels in case i want to switch to 9 or even 357 sig. The versatility is what was key for me when i purchased it. Secondly gen 3 replacement/aftermarket parts are cheap for the Gen 3

[@AltezzaGang15]

It did come down to it for me personally, I was at the gun store and I was looking for a Glock. I saw a 19, a 23 and a 32. The 32 appealed to me for a little bit until I got the run down on it. Ammo is much more expensive, it holds less than being a 357 sig and it's really just a Gucci round. So I narrowed it down to the 19 and 23. I felt both were good options but it being my very first gun, 9mm seemed the most beginner friendly and least expensive of all and the fact that the Navy SEALs replaced the Sig Sauer P226 with the Glock 19 some years ago. Put that all together, I decided to go with the 19 to start.

[@maxmccain8950]

Realize also that a G23 or a G32 can use replacement barrels to shoot 9mm. You can get a 40 barrel and a 9mm barrel and be able to shoot all three calibers. Same with a G23. You can also get a 22lr conversion kit and be able to use four different calibers. Talk about versatility.

[@CA2ATrucker]

40 S&W is not as popular as 9mm and it's more available than 9mm. It is also a very affective and proven round. The recoil is significantly more snappy than 9mm and has a twist to it. My EDC is a gen 3 Glock 27 and I have a gen 3 Glock 22 for home defense as well. Great info and video. Stay safe God Bless ✌️🇺🇲

[@cutthroatcorn2815]

ilove the glock 22 bevause i have big hands plus its like the big brother of the 17 which I also love as for the glock 21 45acp i love everything besides the fact it wasnt as accurate too me n i know 45 is a heavy bullet but tht can be bad news depending on the situation

[@MzEpiqBeatz]

The Glock 23 gen 4 is my first Glock and I absolutely love it!! The first one I ever shot was the G17 and it felt huge. I didn’t feel confident that I could handle the recoil with the size, but the G23 fits perfectly in my hands and I can handle the recoil much better. The fact that I can change the barrel and magazine to 9mm or 357 sig for a little variety makes it even sweeter!! I’m going to keep it forever 😂

[@malinkifox2011]

I have a gen 5 19 and 23. And the gen 5 23 with a heavier beefier slide now has less recoil than gen 4. I like them both and both are accurate at range for me. I would say get one for the caliber you prefer. Also the 19 slightly better for smaller hand as the grip is a bit wider on the gen 5 23. Cheers

[@MrZonacat1]

You make sense. A bigger well-designed bullet will beat a smaller well-designed bullet if both are both traveling at the same velocity and the designs allow for equal penetration. I understand very well your concern for over penetration in the home. Thanks for the video.

[@kevinrichardson8859]

9mm bullets and 40sw bullets rarely travel at the same speed...even when you reduce the bullet weight 40/155..9mm/124...40/135...9mm/115+p the 9mm almost always is faster jus sayin

[@tylertapp131]

Good stuff, been carrying and keeping a gen 3, 23 by the bed for the past 10 or 12 years. It's got a few things done to it just because, like a taran tactical base plate, some talon grip tape, night sights and a streamlight TLR HL. It's been a hell of a gun for me for sure.

[@stephentaylor7818]

G23 over the G19 any day. Your basically getting 9mm velocity in a bigger projectile with the 40 s&w. And you can run 3 different calibers in the G23 with conversion barrels. You have so many more options with the G23.

[@oaklavegas8779]

I’ve been diggin’ your channel. Just stumbled on it one day. I’m here for this. Keep it up!

[@williamwruble]

A very well thought out and presented video. Thank you. My EDC is a G27 G4 but I also have the G22 and 23 G4. Have not shot the 23 yet and they are all LE turn in firearms.

[@BenRock82]

Waiting for my Premise firearm license to get approved. Im going to get the Glock 23. I was torn between the Glock 19 or Glock 23 but i think this video helped me make up my mind. Appreciate the info.

[@jackbauer9077]

Main thing is don’t miss the target. Good video. If your really worried about it buy glassier safety slugs in .40 it was made for Air Marshals. Lot of money but won’t over penetrate

[@craven1927]

The difference you are feeling in the grips is generational. The 19 and the 23 share the exact same dimensions within the same generation. So what you are preferring has nothing to do with .40 vs 9mm, but rather that you prefer the gen 3 grip over the gen 5 grip. If you were to buy a gen 3 Glock 19 it would feel exactly the same as your gen 3 G23

[@ຄອມມິວນິດມົ້ງ1991]

I sold my regular glock19 gen3 and glock19 gen4. I decided to kept my glock 23C gen3 only because with an barrel swap i can change my glock 23c to .357sig or 9mm.

[@rodneyh1947]

The 40 sw is much more versatile than the 9mm , 45 acp and 10 mm. It is in that goldilocks region of power, capacity, price, availability, and the amount of effective applications since it goes from 100 grain all the way up to 200 grain woods defense hardcasts which rivals 200 grain 45 acp +p ammo. Federal has that 205 grain 850 fps , 45 acp esque knockdown power. The 150 grain to 165 grain territory rivals 357 magnum and 10 mm of the same grain size , while the 135 grain 40 sw is comparable to the 125 grain 357 sig in terms of velocity and power. You get all this for a caliber that fits in 9 mm gun frames, the second highest in capacity after the 9mm, second cheapest, more available than 9 mm during a shortage, more powerful than the 9mm with/without over penetration, and WAY more versatile out of all semi-auto calibers. 40 sw can penetrate windshields if need to where as 9 mm cant do that as well, just ask LEOs. 40sw has subsonic ammo that can be suppressed also if you need to. Hot 40sw can rival 10 mm and 357 magnum, to get the job done for LEOs, and woods defense, while also having higher expansion less over penetrating options with knockdown power close to the 45 acp. Honestly I think 40 sw is a solid 7 to 8 in every category you would rate it. Just the most balanced caliber to exist.

[@Lift_these]

I agree with most of what you said but, 10mm trumps them all except 357 magnum. 357 magnum and 10 mm go neck and neck but, 45 acp, not really. Now 45 super can get up but, it still can’t trump the hottest 10….. Uhuh no no no…. 40 can trump 45 on regular loads let alone hot ones…

[@rodneyh1947]

@@Lift_these Yes if you focus only on power. Hot loaded 40 sw can get pretty close to factory load 10 mm in the 155 to 165 grain range. Unless I am using 10 mm as a dedicated bear caliber, 40 sw trumps the 10 mm in capacity, price, availability, and gun size ( 40 sw fits in 9 mm size handguns, part of the reason 40sw was born.). For everyday self defense, expense on the range, during ammo shortage, and against everything except brown bears, 40 sw trumps 10mm. Also 40sw does better in court than 10 mm

[@Lift_these]

@@rodneyh1947 You are correct in terms of capacity and court but, I’m speaking of round for round. I’m aware of all the legalities and models abilities. I have them both and I’m well trained. I’m talking in comparison.

[@selfmadetool]

Thank you for the link to the chart. I live in an apartment building, so I’ll refer to it the next time I purchase ammo. Unfortunately, the Speer JHP I already purchased is likely to penetrate.

[@dumpsterchicken6287]

I have a glock 22, and really like it. Gonna get a glock 23 when I can afford it. Great video!

[@Wall2walltactical957]

Why

[@williamwruble]

You may want to look into LE turn ins. That is how I got my 22, 23 and 27 G4's. You can find a G23 for less than $300 as a LE turn in.

[@KappaKiller108]

It's so strange to me that people who say 40 is uncontrollable and obsolete compared to nine, will also recommend 10 mm. Like, I think they have sins more reading to do

[@2amichaelj]

Do whatever you want. 9mm, 10mm, 357 magnum, 357 sig, 40 S&W, 45 acp, 5.7, etc.... they'll all put holes in people. Just make sure you're utilizing good self defense loads and training with your platform and ammo.

[@zszs123]

Can't beat a 40 like the 9 but prefer the 40...

[@thomasibrahim5563]

Fax me too

[@floridaman6138]

As gun lights go, I prefer my Olights over my Streamlights for sure. Number one is I like the quick detachment lever over turning a screw. I like the switches better too, and the magnetic charging some have.

[@jcoxy1057]

olight is chinese made screw all that shit

[@geraldmantanona6116]

I do love .40 S&W. Since I’m left-handed, I will have to get a Glock 23 Gen 5. 😃🇺🇸👍🏾

[@krl52]

LEO for 10 years & Security for 25 years. Have always used the 23. It's solid,strong,reliable&Powerful. If It's not broke. Don't fix it.

[@westside2069]

I recently just found out that with a G23 you can convert it to either 22lr, 9 mm & 357

[@kevinrichardson8859]

Yep very very versatile gun

[@Steve.Cutler]

It's way more important HOW you shoot than WHAT you shoot. I carry both the 19 and 23 on a kind of rotation. I prefer the gen 4.

[@AK74Man87]

I thought the grips between the 2 were the same. Is it possible the difference you feel is because of the gen differences. Since the 5 has no finger groves.

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

I came to the same conclusion about less over penetration with a .40 30 years ago (1994) and never changed my mind. It's also an advantage of hollow points. But honestly the training and skills are going to mean far much more than the caliber of the gun. Neither glock is a bad choice.

[@flintymcduff5417]

I had the exact same choice to make a couple days ago. After trying to honestly run all the pros an cons through my brain I chose the 23 because I have a lot of .40 ammo and I just prefer it as a defence round. Just came down to preference. Both would have worked just fine.

[@rodneyh1947]

The 40 sw is much more versatile than the 9mm , 45 acp and 10 mm. It is in that goldilocks region of power, capacity, price, availability, and the amount of effective applications since it goes from 100 grain all the way up to 200 grain woods defense hardcasts which rivals 200 grain 45 acp +p ammo. Federal has that 205 grain 850 fps , 45 acp esque knockdown power. The 150 grain to 165 grain territory rivals 357 magnum and 10 mm of the same grain size , while the 135 grain 40 sw is comparable to the 125 grain 357 sig in terms of velocity and power. You get all this for a caliber that fits in 9 mm gun frames, the second highest in capacity after the 9mm, second cheapest, more available than 9 mm during a shortage, more powerful than the 9mm with/without over penetration, and WAY more versatile out of all semi-auto calibers. 40 sw can penetrate windshields if need to where as 9 mm cant do that as well, just ask LEOs. 40sw has subsonic ammo that can be suppressed also if you need to. Hot 40sw can rival 10 mm and 357 magnum, to get the job done for LEOs, and woods defense, while also having higher expansion less over penetrating options with knockdown power close to the 45 acp. Honestly I think 40 sw is a solid 7 to 8 in every category you would rate it. Just the most balanced caliber to exist.

[@traviscochran6280]

I have 3rd gen 22 and a 4th gen 17. Both are great guns, I would feel adequate with either one. I have a .357 sig barrel for the 22. I started using the 22 as my defensive handgun but have switched to the 17 as of late. I have a larger supply of 9mm ammo for practice and it has been easier to purchase. At times 9mm was the only handgun cartridge I could find. Also, as I have gotten older the arthritis in my hand and shoulder have gotten worse. I just don't want to put 2 or 3 boxes of .40 down range for training. The 9mm in the gen 4 doesn't leave me stiff and sore for a couple of days after. I have thought about getting a .45 Glock, the recoil isn't as sharp with .45 as it is with .40. I can shoot my 1911 and not have the issues I have with .40.

[@feraltrafficcone4483]

I feel like the Federal 165 gr Tactical Bonded might be better, to me anyway. All your bullets are in that standard, and they have a higher average diameter, so more of an ability to transfer their energy and stop the target

[@deadmanrunning6670]

Great points. I went for the Gen 3 G23 and as an added benefit due the the larger OD of the 40 S&W barrel, I convert to 9MM. After some research, I learned that the same frame is used in the 357 Sig Glock which as I recall is the G31 so I swap that in occasionally . Also I have the 22LR conversion slide that works with the G19 as well and allows for inexpensive ammo to practice with my home defense platform. Finally the Mech-Tech CCU carbine conversion unit is a goof at the rifle range. I can't think of a more versatile firearm. Since 2011, my G23 lives in a holster fastened to the bed post with velcro. Total cost of the gun and all the conversion hardware mentioned including a TLR-3, approximately $1,700

[@jamesbaker1392]

The G23 and G19 frames are the same, you can literally take that g23 slide and put it on a G19 frame and use .40 mags. No difference in width.

[@craven1927]

This is true if they are both the same generation, but I believe the difference he's feeling is because he's comparing a gen 3 grip to a gen 5 grip

[@franklinmarks7845]

You should just step up into the 10 mm and get that 155 grain xtp from Underwood going to get you about 12 and a half to 13 in of penetration 7.5 on the expansion and about 720 ft lbs what's 750 ft pounds

[@ChadBoss-qr4hl]

I chose the 23 because with a drop in replacement barrel and 9mm mag the 23 fires both calibers, whereas the 19 requires a full slide assembly (and barrel) to fire 40 s&w. Why settle for just one caliber? My drop in threaded 9mm barrel for the 23 was $42. That was on sale but you can get them for $150 max. Buying a full slide for the 19 frame, you might as well buy a whole new pistol.

[@pewpewTN]

I have a 19x on the nightstand & a 23 MOS in my EDC holster. Couldn't decide between them, so I went with both lol.

[@ericchatman7220]

I have the 19x as nightstand gun as well

[@whycomes9562]

Get the 9mm conversion barrel and glock 19 mags and you can shoot both 9mm and 40 cal.

[@RobertLowe-ws1bq]

I own a gen 5 19, a gen 4 23, and just purchased a gen 5 23. Not much difference in shooting between them. The gen 5 23 does have slightly less perceived felt recoil than the gen 4. Love them all, but my EDC is the gen 5 23. With a KKM barrel it loves the Underwood 155 gr XTP. No 9mm can touch it.

[@lemuelhampton73]

I have always carried 40 for duty weapon. So my first (2) glocks were both 23's. And the reason I bought (2) is if for any reason one goes down. I already own the exact same weapon, so if necessary I can stay in the fight.

[@todd5792]

I have both in full size or duty size I chose to 40 because I go out in the woods and it's a little bit stronger than a nine when I can still use as a service weapon

[@slimjim7411]

Glock 22 has been my woods and nightstand pistol for years. I've killed too many hogs with 9mm and .40s&w to be draw into the 9mm is better debate with people. The .40s&w simply kills stuff faster because it has more energy, and does more damage. 9mm isn't weak but it's the entry level for good and ammunition can make a huge choice. Even a sub optimal .40s&w choice however is better than good 9mm choice when it comes to ammo effectiveness. I do carry 9mm when I was sub compact up town carry but the only ammo I carry is Federal 115gr +p+ it's notorious and puts out over 500ft/lbs of energy which is significant. Many PD's carried it for years back when .40s&w was king and the 155gr silvertips ruled the roost. Then came the FBI and their bullet standards and everything went sideways.

[@permanenceaesthetic6545]

A lot of the people I’ve talked to - who actually use their firearms for things other than paper punching - express that same sentiment. Don’t know what it is exactly, but .40 S&W does indeed seem to drop things quicker. Perhaps it’s a mental thing, but I sincerely do believe that it exists. Speaking of hogs and the .40 S&W, you’ll enjoy this: kzbin.infoA2qG_gW-RsI?feature=share

[@josephwathen9540]

I'm really surprised to come across this video I own a clock 23 Gen 3 and love it, I prefer the 40 cal over the 9 mm but where I get the strange looks is when I tell people that I carry a kahr CW 40 it is a much smaller and thinner weapon than the Glock and is very easy to conceal very accurate and reliable and both firearms have about the same recoil The kahr however only holds about 7 to 8 rounds with an extended magazine, again I'm surprised I'd do not know anybody that prefers a Glock 23 over a Glock 19,Great video.

[@naldougrant1791]

Great video and awesome comparison/ explanation of the differences between the two guns and ammunition. Good job!!!

[@Rwcheshire]

For HD I use the Glock 22 Gen 5 with 165gr Critical Defense ammo. 506 pounds of muzzle energy.

[@ssweeney9691]

Great video! Which holster do you use for your glock 23? Hat brand?

[@Goywaffles]

Finding a holster for the 23 gen 5 mos is the problem, especially with a olight balrd pro r

[@ericachenbach2617]

There are factors that I like about .40, but the main disadvantage to me is that I can’t fire as fast, accurately. I can put more hits on target, faster with the 9mm. Again, there are still factors that the .40 has in its favor, as you point out. Cheers.

[@leoguy1609]

Olight Pro Valkerie is around 1500 lumens and the Streamlight TLR-7A is 500 lumens, both are around the same if neither are on sale? Will take the one with more lumens, even though I never had issues with either weapon lights. What I don't like about Glock Gen 1-4 is the partially unsupported chamber with higher pressure ammunition like the 40 S&W, 10 mm and 357 Sig , Gen 5 suppose to use a new barrel and haven't tried one out. Do hope the newer Gen 5 barrel doesn't have a partially unsupported chamber. I carry SPEER Gold Dot 165 grain JHP.

[@ToledoSolider]

I actually liked the 17 over 19 but considering I already have a 26 (9mm) I'm really leaning toward the 22 &. 23 but more than likely the 23!

[@tuts40]

It’s a personal choice. .40 is trusted by a huge number of agencies, has been shown to be an effective fight stopper and even if the round is a little bit more “snappy” in recoil I am fine with mine having trained with it for years.

[@GlocklovinBob]

I been carrying a G23 for years now I love it but mine is a Gen 4 because I'm a lefty and the mag release is reversible

[@Draxzy]

No hate on 40 cal but the whole point of me wanting different glocks is mag compatibility. I know you can swap barrels with a conversion kit but still. I have a 17 and a 19x (43x don’t count cuz it’s single stack) but I wanna pick up a 26 and 19 eventually that I would have so many mags for it just makes sense for people on a budget who wants to buy bulk of 9 instead of a bunch of different calibers

[@joeytunez]

Big facts on 40 bring there during the ammo scare

[@davidjean6753]

I got a 23 for one reason and one reason only. You can shoot three different calibers in "one gun". Simple barrel, mag, and ejector change and it becomes 19, or 32. No brainer. Why would you limit your options?? I carry everyday in 9mm. Why?? Three reasons, capacity, price of ammo, and the fact that I can do more quality work with 9mm versus 40 cal or 357sig. I like having the option of 40cal, and 357 sig if that's all the ammo that is available or shooting it for fun. Just because you're acurate at the range with 40 cal doesn't mean shit when your target is moving and shooting back and your veins are flowing with adrenaline.

[@akonato9994]

What's the difference between Glock 23 USA and Glock 23 Austria?

[@evankolpack]

I got a Glock 23 w/ Sig 357 barrel and a Glock 45 MOS w/ a Holosun. Since uppers and lowers are all compatible (all gen 5) I can choose 9mm, 357 Sig, or 40 cal with either compact or full-size grip, with red dot or iron night sights. It's like having 12 gun options for the price of two (plus barrel and mags for 357 Sig). Might throw a threaded barrel into the mix for even more versatility. I've heard the 40 cal extractor works fine for 9mm, but not sure if the reverse is true...so worst case, might need to spend a little extra time changing parts to get the exact gun you want running reliably. I'll be doing a video on this soon.

[@GLOCK-O-BANGER]

Great choice.

[@getmoneyyy]

My 19 has never LET ME DOWN BUT A 40cal would be good

[@Antonio-k4s9f]

Glock 23 is bad ass I had a Glock 26 loved them both

[@MikeMike-wr7zi]

I have the 23 for the nightstand, but for carry I have a Sig .380, which I am trading for a 9mm

[@BT2SS]

That 16” is through a bare gel block…..not through bone and tissue. The chances of a 9mm HST over penetrating through a bad guy, then through a wall is not what you think based off of those tests.

[@ResplendentRaider]

I must admit, I’m not that accurate with my gen 3 G23. It was my first Glock so I will never depart with it but, I’m definitely not accurate with it. I even switched out the recoil spring for a SS one.

[@therealhawkeyeii7888]

The Gen 5 22, 23, and 27 all have a heavier duty slide vs previous generations, so the Gen 5 23 weighs a bit more than previous gens.

[@45.Slanging]

The Glock 19/23/32 are the exact same size frame. Any difference in feels is Gen3 vs Gen4 not caliber.

[@timpczman]

I would pick the 19. Much easier to shoot accurately for me.

[@MaloryAlexander-jw4bo]

I pick up gen 4. For 200. I wanted a cheap gun for this reason. In a self defense situation I don't want to lose 500 1000 dollar gun. But out the house I carry my 17 gen 3. Even that is hard to lose. I put trijicon sights and recoil spring by wolf. And light that passes the barrel by an inch like your 19. I'm thinking of a cheap Taurus for 100 bucks. Like I said I don't need grate gun to go to evidence room then destroy when all said and done

[@nolagospeltracts8264]

I would go with something with a longer barrel for home defense.

[@erice4611]

I run Winchester Ranger T 180gr. In .40 and HST 124gr in 9mm.

[@gilbertoesquivel9668]

I'm not trying to be a smart ass (maybe a lazy ass...) but are those FBI stats based on ballistic gels or physical obstacles? Only reason I'm asking is that drywall (Nevermind studs for this point) doesn't behave like human flesh when penetrated by bullets... Is it possible that .40 cal or 9mm doesn't matter if were talking about rounds going through walls n shit? Outside the bazar chance that you pump a perp with whatevs, and it even goes through them fast enough and weird enough to kill a loved one, I just don't think that the round is really going to matter as far as mitigating the any risk of going through physical obstacles... However, I do think that accuracy and good decision making are of paramount importance so maybe that is where the lower recoil and greater shot placement confidence of the Glock 19 might have an advantage?...Me my primary go to home defense for the very same concerns you mentioned here are a Mossberg 500 pump with mix of birdshot and double 00 buck at the bottom of the mag tube in case shit really goes south....I do have a Glock 19 on standby as a back up...idunno just my miles..

[@brandoxantana]

19 all day for me, 1 millimeter isnt gonna make a significant difference in power, rather have more shots and theres a reason the fbi chooses 9mm, your accuracy matters more than "stopping power"

[@DrAndre911]

I would still choose the G19 because you can hold more rounds and you can also get extensions that hold much more rounds than a .40 could ever hold.

[@itsRockii]

Eh I mean my stock g23 mags hold 13 and my extended holds 22. 35 shots should be plenty lmao. Also if you wanted to you can convert the g23 to shoot 9mm , .357 sig, and .22 cal.

[@svrbr7481]

More shots fired just mean a higher probability of over penetration or stray bullets from missed shots. Stopping power>firepower in self defense situations.

[@aboutmyfathersbusiness6907]

Well the reason why a lot of us get 40 caliber is because we won't need to put a lot of shots on target like a 9 mm a 40 cal would drop somebody a whole lot faster than a 9 mm......ever will. So we're not worried about capacity, a hard-hitting caliber and training is all you need.

[@prodby.jerm1]

@@aboutmyfathersbusiness6907 lol you have no idea what you’re talking about

[@eazy_e.7153]

@@svrbr7481you’re that confident in your accuracy ? Keep that in mind

[@cecilwilliams8709]

Load either with federal hst or speer gold dot and both will serve you well. Don’t waste your money on other ammunition brands.

[@maxmccain8950]

With a 40 your throwing a 165 grain bullet at about the same speed as a 124 grain +p 9mm. I’ll take the 40. Great video sir.

[@TechMan-fw9rx]

so swap out the barrels!? factory G23 Gen 3 can take the factory G19 9mm barrel.

[@oakwoodmike]

I'm choosing the 23. Because go get both guns. You can get a conversion barrel and kit and you can have 3 calibers. .40 .357 sig and 9mm. So it's more versatile.

[@delbert3539]

I carried a Glock 23 for eight years while a police man. In my mind (opinion) there is no doubt the .40 hits harder and is a superior carry round. There are those who disagree and that’s ok. Carry what you want to.