

Heck, I still bought the G17 I tested because I liked the gun so much. There’s a sweet spot for everyone, so I'm certainly not going to sit here and tell you not to carry the Glock 17, but my Glock 19 certainly beats the G17 as my preferred carry gun. Transitioning from your winter Glock 17 to your summer Glock 19 or Glock 26 at least keeps you on the same operational platform with sharable mags. In fact, that’s one great thing about Glocks. Some people even change carry guns with the seasons – be sure to train for that. I’ll leave it to you, but my preference goes to the Glock 19 for spring and summer carry here.Ĭarry guns are filled with compromises. One thing Id like to see is just a little more length so kydex extends 3-4 mm beyond the crown, tapering inward, affording protection. Several prefer appendix for this very reason. Vedder uses a one-piece steel belt-clip as opposed to plastic. I do know people who EDC Glock 17s and love it. The biggest issue was just the grip length. That’s a commitment and choice you need to make for yourself, and the gun worked just fine for most of my daily needs. (Photo: Paul Peterson/)Īt the end of the day, if you are willing to dress around your firearm, I see no reason why you cannot carry a full-sized gun all year round. Even with a moderate EDC kit, the Glock 17 stands out for its size when used for daily carry in warmer weather.
