What is the Difference Between the Glock 19 and Glock 23?

If you are looking for a reliable handgun, then look no further than a Glock. Glock handguns have become known for their light weight and reliability. There are multiple types of Glocks from which to choose. Two of the most popular models are the Glock 19 and the Glock 23. What are some of the differences between them?

The Glock 19 and Glock 23 Ammunition

One of the first differences that people are going to note is the difference in the ammunition that these guns fire. The Glock 23 fires the .40 Smith and Wesson while the Glock 19 fires the 9 x 19 mm Parabellum, more commonly called the 9 mm.

First, it is important to know a little bit about the 9 mm round. It has been around for more than a century and was first released in Germany in 1902. It has been used in countless wars and has been used in both handguns and submachine guns (SMGs). Most law enforcement professionals still use the 9 mm round. How does it compare to other rounds?

• While the 9 mm round may look puny when it is sat next to other rounds, it makes up for it in speed and accuracy. Therefore, it might not have the same punishing power but it flies faster.
• The case of the 9 mm round can withstand higher pressures than most other types of rounds. As a result, the 9mm can travel flatter and farther, which is why they are more accurate.
• Because the 9 mm round is so small, it can penetrate deeper. Some might even say this round over-penetrates.
• Finally, Glocks that use this round have larger magazines and can fire more rounds because the bullet is smaller. That is why some magazines that use the 9 mm round have magazines that expand to 13.

Therefore, while the 9 mm round is smaller than the .40 round, it can fly faster and farther. On the other hand, the .40 round has more punching power.

Comparing the Features of the Glock 19 and Glock 23

Some of the most important points to note include:

• The Glock 19 and Glock 23 have the same length, height, width, barrel height, barrel length, and sight radius
• The Glock 19 is slightly heavier than the Glock 23
• The Glock 19 and Glock 23 have the same type of barrel rifling
• The Glock 19 and Glock 23 have the same trigger pull weight (the weight needed to fire the gun)
• The Glock 19 has a magazine capacity of 15 rounds while the Glock 23 has a magazine of 13 rounds

These are a few of the most important features to note about the Glock 19 and Glock 23.

Glock 19 and Glock 23 Differences

Both the Glock 19 and Glock 23 are relatively small handguns, meaning that they can be concealed easily. Therefore, there are only two major differences to note between the Glock 19 and Glock 23. They include:

• The Glock 19 uses the 9 mm round while the Glock 23 uses a .40 caliber round
• The Glock 19 has a slighter larger magazine capacity than the Glock 23
• These two differences aren’t really that big of a deal. Both the Glock 19 and Glock 23 will be very effective for self-defense.

Which Glock To Choose?

• The Glock 19 and Glock 23 are almost exactly the same. It comes down to a matter of personal preference, accuracy, and usefulness in self-defense. The .40 caliber round is great for self-defense, falling somewhere between the 9 mm round and the .45 ACP round, offering features of both. Some of the other points to note about the guns include:
• The .40 round leads to more recoil than the 9 mm round, meaning that the Glock 19 will provide less recoil
• As a result, the Glock 19 is also going to be more accurate
• On the other hand, the Glock 23 has cheaper ammunition and will lead to bigger holes
• There is also the risk of overpenetration with the 9 mm round, which might hit innocent bystanders

These are a few of the major differences to note, which might help someone make a decision when choosing between the Glock 19 and Glock 23.

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