If you are looking for a reliable handgun, then you have probably heard about Glocks. After all, Glock is a name that has become synonymous with quality over the years. Because Glock handguns are so durable and reliable, they have become the standard for military and law enforcement use. Now, many people are using Glock pistols for self-defense as well. At the same time, Glock handguns are also incredibly powerful. Even though each model packs a significant punch, there is one Glock that stands above the rest. That would be the Glock 20. Why is this Glock so powerful? Why do people like it so much? There are several important points to keep in mind.

The Glock 20 Is Based on the Glock 17

Even though the Glock 20 is the most powerful semi-automatic pistol in the Glock inventory, it is actually based on its predecessor, the Glock 17. The Glock handgun was originally designed by Gaston Glock, who used to make that, and that's where the Austrian Army. Eventually, he decided that handgun improvements were required, which is where he decided to produce the Glock 17.

The Glock 17 is a 9 mm handgun that contains a 17 round magazine capacity. In addition, the Glock 17 uses a steel slide and a polymer frame, leading to an incredibly light firearm. In addition, the staggered magazine column doubles the capacity of the handgun. Because the Glock 17 had such a prodigious magazine, it became a bestseller in the Austrian Army as well as the United States.

Unfortunately, there were a few issues with the Glock 17. It uses a 9 mm round which is known for its modest recoil. Even though this made the gun easier to use, particularly in the hands of police officers and conscripts, it did not pack that much firepower. Therefore, it was not suitable in certain situations. Many people were looking for a round that would simply hit harder, which is where the Glock 20 came from.

The United States Switches to a 10 mm Round

Eventually, law enforcement agencies simply decided that they needed something more powerful. Therefore, they decided to switch to the 10 mm Auto cartridge from the 9 mm round used in the Glock 17. A 10 mm round simply penetrates deeper into soft tissue. Therefore, it does a better job of incapacitating the target. In addition, the 10 mm round also travels at supersonic speeds, delivering more energy to the target.

Sadly, the bureau did not use this round for very long, as it created a significant amount of recoil, making it difficult to use. As the 10 millimeter round underwent further development, Glock realized that this round would be the future. Therefore, Glock decided to introduce a 10 mm handgun, the Glock 20.

The Development of the Glock 20

Eventually, Glock would introduce the Glock 20 in 1991. This is a 10 mm handgun that arrived at the height of the 10 mm popularity. The FBI decided to take advantage of the resurgence of the 10 millimeter round, investing in the Glock 20. The Glock 20 is a bit longer than the Glock 17, has a slightly taller height than the Glock 17, and possesses a somewhat longer barrel length.

In addition, the Glock 20 is capable of carrying a wide variety of magazine rounds, allowing the user to tailor their definition to meet their needs. For example, even though many people use the 10 millimeters round, some people decide to use the .45 ACP. Compared to the legendary 1911 handgun, the Glock 20, twice the ammunition capacity, can hit significantly harder. Furthermore, the Glock 20 even handles recoil well. For all of these reasons, the Glock 20 remains the most powerful Glock pistol, even though it has been around for more than three decades.

Visit Ghost, Inc for the Best Glock 20 Accessories

Even though the Glock 20 is the most powerful Glock pistol, it is not necessarily the most popular. Fortunately, there are plenty of accessories you can use to tailor your Glock to meet your specific needs. For example, you may be looking for a trigger connector that makes your Glock easier to fire. Or, you may be looking for a trigger spring that can increase or decrease your trigger pull weight. If you are looking for the best Glock upgrades and accessories, take a look at the Ghost, Inc lineup today! 

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