An Overview of the Glock 21: The Pros and Cons

During the past few years, there have been a number of changes in the preferences of gun owners everywhere. Now, the .45 ACP is experiencing a resurgence in its overall popularity. This represents another shift away from the .40 caliber bullet, as the 9 mm round has an equally strong following. Anyone who is looking for a bigger bullet than the 9 mm is reaching for the .45 ACP. This also creates a need for a combat-reliable pistol, which is where the Glock 21 delivers. The Glock 21 is a full-sized pistol that features a double-stack magazine, which brings back memories of the famed m1911. To this day, the Glock 21 is found in the holsters of numerous police officers because of its reliability.

Looking at the Long Legacy of the Glock 21

The Glock 21 is not a new firearm by any stretch; however, it did recently receive an upgrade with the Gen 4 release. Overall, the Glock 21 has always been the quintessential high-capacity .45 caliber pistol. During its time in service, it has proven itself to be a reliable, accurate, and durable weapon.

With its 13+1 capacity, it provides easily accessible firepower at a caliber that is going to deliver time and again. It has solid ergonomics and simple practicality that cannot be found from any other firearm manufacturers. Furthermore, it has holsters, spare magazines, and accessories that are plentiful. When comparing the Glock 21 to the Glock 22, this is a transition that is relatively simple to make. Given that the Glock 21 is available for a fraction of the price of other high-capacity .45 caliber pistols, it is easy to see why the Glock 21 has been so popular.

Upgrades with the Glock 21 Generation 4

At the same time, the fourth-gen Glock 21 does have a number of upgrades. The biggest problem with the original Glock 21 was its size. For those with smaller hands, the weapon was a bit challenging to control. Even though Glock released a short frame model of the Glock 21 relatively early in its history, the Glock 21 simply wasn’t accessible to those with small hands.

With the Gen 4 Glock 21, this is an issue of the past. The new Glock 21 has a textured finish on the grip, which is a nice upgrade from the prior version of this weapon. The textured grip fits the hand well and feels significantly less abrasive during use while still remaining solid.

Another major upgrade for the Gen 4 Glock 21 is the magazine catch. This is a more intuitive magazine that is also reversible. Furthermore, the catch still remains flush with the grip, which eliminates many of the accidental release issues that were present with those who altered the prior Glock 21 with aftermarket parts. Finally, the finger grooves that were added to the front strap are also nicely contoured, allowing for a solid grip with its matching checkering.

Analyzing the Performance of the Fourth Generation Glock 21

When looking at the Glock 21’s performance, it is just as accurate as the other Glocks available today. The shorter trigger makes the Glock 21 easier to fire and the grouping is solid at a distance of 25 yards.

Where the Glock 21 truly shines is when it is used under stress. It will fire over and over again without experiencing any issues and is one of the softest .45 pistols to shoot out there. As a result, it is easy to use the Glock 21 repeatedly without losing control. Furthermore, the Glock 21 has a smooth draw with sights that come up quickly. While this might not be the biggest shift, the sights on the Gen 4 Glock 21, along with the magazine catch, represent the biggest improvements.

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This is just a brief overview of some of the most common reasons why the Glock 21 is so popular. Those who are looking for a combat-reliable gun that packs a bigger punch will appreciate the power that comes with the .45 ACP of the Glock 21. At the same time, everyone has their own individual preferences when it comes to their pistols. That is where Ghost Inc comes in handy. Ghost Inc has a reputation for being one of the industry leaders when it comes to Glock modifications, upgrades, and accessories. Check out everything that Ghost Inc has to offer and tailor your Glock to meet your individual needs today!

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