[CharlestonG26]

I agree about the recoil. I've shot them both multiple times and like both. The 23 does feel better in the hand, but the 27 is so concealable. So I guess my question to you is... is the 23 is easily concealed as well? Tuck it iwb and go through your day without any issues?

I have both the 23 and 27. The 27 is definitely easier to conceal and more comfortable for all-day carry. The extra rounds in the 23 give it a much more butt heavy balance that becomes quite evident when holstered. The GAP floorplate from Concealable Control significantly helps in managing the recoil of the baby Glocks without compromising concealment.

 

[Glock 23 Nutter]

If you want a great EDC pistol?

Get a .45 ACP G36 (+Rhinoplasty).

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[GicleeOne]

If you want a great EDC pistol?

Get a .45 ACP G36 (+Rhinoplasty).

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Except that the subject of this thread is 27 or 23.

 

[etrnlife1900]

Down to these 2 for an everyday carry. Can't decide. 27 more concealable but 23 is less reloading at the range. Gonna have to flip a coin at the gun store if you guys don't help me out. Which one and why... ready go!!

I own both in Gen 4. I CCW and rotate between them for EDC. I like the G27 since it is subcompact but appreciate the grip and extra magazine capacity of the G23. Get them both.

 

[cleans up]

As a primary CCW the 27. If your going to shoot a lot and carry a little the 23. The 23 is a better all around gun, but quite a bit harder to conceal for most. Both shoot great and you can use any size mags in the 27 fo rrange days. For me it all comes down to role CCW=27, all around/range=23

 

[Winchester]

Glock 27 between the two. It is just so easy to conceal. Also more comfortable AWIB which is the way I carry 99.9% of the time, that extra 1/2 inch makes a difference. I don't even carry my 23 in the winter while wearing a jacket, I just use a 23 Mag with an x grip adapter.

My 23s are strictly HD, range, and on the boat guns.

 

[Teasip]

I have both and just purchased a Shield in .40S&W. Why? Slimmer profile for my frame. With my build I have found the slight, but wider still frame of the Glocks to be uncomfortable with IWB. I'm comfortable, and trusting of all three now.

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[skyboss_4evr]

I own both in Gen 4. I CCW and rotate between them for EDC. I like the G27 since it is subcompact but appreciate the grip and extra magazine capacity of the G23. Get them both.

My thoughts as well.


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[dubito]

My first .40S&W Glock was a Gen2 G22. I have since acquired a couple of Gen4 G27s, which I carry most of the time as primaries. My G27s have NY-1 trigger springs and either Glock or Pearce magazine extensions. The mag extensions are for the pinky, not for round counts. For the both the G27s and G22, I carry a 22-round magazine as a spare. I tend to carry the G22 (also with a NY-1 trigger) whenever I have active-shooter concerns, such as at Church, for a higher round count and longer sight radius.

I've never shot a G23, although I've shot a same-sized G19 in 9mm. I'm thinking of acquiring a G23 and G32 soon. I'm interested in comparing the ease in drawing from concealment of those two guns with the G27. While concealing the G22 isn't a problem, for example, a challenge remains in drawing the G22 as speedily as the G27 from underneath a closely-draped concealment garment.

 

[Wurger]

I have both the G27 and G23.
The 23 has sat in the safe for many years while the 27 is with me every day. I shoot the 27 better than the 23 and it is much easier to conceal. As far as grip goes, the 27 fits me just right in that my pinkie fits curled up under the grip and actually improves my stability. I've been shooting it for so long that the 23 seems a bit awkward. Not typical experience based on the forums but it sure works for me.
I carry the 27 with a 9 round flush fit magazine with an additional 23 magazine loaded with 12 rounds as a spare.

 

[Dcc65]

Down to these 2 for an everyday carry. Can't decide. 27 more concealable but 23 is less reloading at the range. Gonna have to flip a coin at the gun store if you guys don't help me out. Which one and why... ready go!!

Wrestled with this same problem about 4 months ago. Ended up choosing the g23, just felt with the sharper recoil of the .40 Cal
The 23 would be the better option. I already have a s&w shield in .40 and it's a little fire breather. What it comes down to is get to a range where you can rent both guns and put a couple of hundred rounds through each one. I'm kinda kicking myself for not going with the 27 just for concealability but with the right holster and belt combo, the 23 is very concealable. The part of the country that you live in plays a big factor also. Unfortunately I live in suckafornia so we usually have about 7-8 months of weather where jeans and a t-shirt is about all you need to wear in that case, smaller, lighter equals better. But my g26 goes with me on some of the hottest day's of the year. G27 is the same size. Good luck, I know it's a tough decision, either way, you can't go wrong.

 

[Dcc65]

I have both the G27 and G23.
The 23 has sat in the safe for many years while the 27 is with me every day. I shoot the 27 better than the 23 and it is much easier to conceal. As far as grip goes, the 27 fits me just right in that my pinkie fits curled up under the grip and actually improves my stability. I've been shooting it for so long that the 23 seems a bit awkward. Not typical experience based on the forums but it sure works for me.
I carry the 27 with a 9 round flush fit magazine with an additional 23 magazine loaded with 12 rounds as a spare.

I'm one of those rare freaks that tends to shoot the baby Glocks better than the full size or midsize guns. I actually kind of prefer My Pinky locked in under the mag Base plate. Run what works for ya.

 

[JohnnyE]

I'm one of those rare freaks that tends to shoot the baby Glocks better than the full size or midsize guns. I actually kind of prefer My Pinky locked in under the mag Base plate. Run what works for ya.

I, too, do just fine with the 27, just like I do with my 23. I dumped my 22 because it was too big and clumsy for me.

I'm nearing 60 years of age, am 165 lbs. 5' - 5" tall, have sat at a desk all my career and haven't been near a gym in 20 years, and don't understand all the *****ing (uh, griping) about the recoil of the .40 in a baby Glock or any other platform. I wasn't born a shooter, but I worked at it.

If I shoot a 26, (rarely) my timing and "suspension" are off. Like a car with a tuned suspension, if you change any component, the springs, tires, wheel weight or shock absorbers, you change the response of the package, and it will feel and respond differently. Pick your platform and the rounds you feed it, work at it, and you'll master it. It doesn't happen by accident. Learn other platforms and rounds, and master them, too. Unless you're physically unable, the only barriers are training, determination, and practice.

 

[LarryE]

Bought a G23 gen 4 over 3 years ago, and it quickly became my EDC after mating it with an N82 (NateSquared) "original" holster--so comfortable IWB on hip that you will forget that it is there, if you use a 1-1/2" x 1/4" thick gun belt (cheapest and good belt is Hank's, although I bought one like it for $40 at the USCCA show in Ft. Worth TX yesterday from a booth). NateSquared had a booth there, and mine has 1000+ wearings and is beginning to fray--they told me to send it to them and they will send me a brand new one free--100% warranty! They are also $40, in either right or left hand. To summarize, get a good holster and a good belt, and then G23 is a great gun!!

 

[LarryE]

Get the 23. It is more suitable for CCW and defensive shooting (13 shots).

I agree--please see reply #74. Also, the heavier gun helps with recoil. One gives up too much for the small difference in size. In Texas perfect concealment isn't necessary, and most of the USA is going that way.

 

[Borg Warner]

At the range if the only issue is that you don't like to have to reload magazines as often, pick up a Glock 22 mag, it holds 15 rounds! As far as recoil, I had a G19 in 9mm before I got the G23 and I honestly couldn't tell the difference and I've shot both side by side. But I've never fired a 27 though I'd like to try one out.

I would suggest that you try both before making your decision.

 

[Devin]

Down to these 2 for an everyday carry. Can't decide. 27 more concealable but 23 is less reloading at the range. Gonna have to flip a coin at the gun store if you guys don't help me out. Which one and why... ready go!!

I've done many range sessions with my 27 where I'll put 500-700 rounds down range. As long as you grip it properly it is really not as bad as people make it out. I broke two bones in my right hand about 10 years ago and if my hand is taking a beating (pistol grip shotgun) or the weather is getting bad, I feel it. There is no issue after a long range session with the 27 and it is fun to shot really. I also love the look of the bullnose on the subcompacts and it seems to make a difference in concealing. I traded a month old gen 4 23 for my gen 3 27. Now only if they had the 43 size in .40....

 

[Teasip]

I've done many range sessions with my 27 where I'll put 500-700 rounds down range. As long as you grip it properly it is really not as bad as people make it out. I broke two bones in my right hand about 10 years ago and if my hand is taking a beating (pistol grip shotgun) or the weather is getting bad, I feel it. There is no issue after a long range session with the 27 and it is fun to shot really. I also love the look of the bullnose on the subcompacts and it seems to make a difference in concealing. I traded a month old gen 4 23 for my gen 3 27. Now only if they had the 43 size in .40....

And this is how I ended up with my Shield. I carried my 23 & 27 IWB around house today but took my Shield to dinner due to narrowed frame. I do prefer the added capacity of the 23/27 however.

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[John166]

G 27 all day

 

[John166]

I, too, do just fine with the 27, just like I do with my 23. I dumped my 22 because it was too big and clumsy for me.

I'm nearing 60 years of age, am 165 lbs. 5' - 5" tall, have sat at a desk all my career and haven't been near a gym in 20 years, and don't understand all the *****ing (uh, griping) about the recoil of the .40 in a baby Glock or any other platform. I wasn't born a shooter, but I worked at it.

If I shoot a 26, (rarely) my timing and "suspension" are off. Like a car with a tuned suspension, if you change any component, the springs, tires, wheel weight or shock absorbers, you change the response of the package, and it will feel and respond differently. Pick your platform and the rounds you feed it, work at it, and you'll master it. It doesn't happen by accident. Learn other platforms and rounds, and master them, too. Unless you're physically unable, the only barriers are training, determination, and practice.

Well said