It’s very similar to a 1911 in overall size. I don’t see a problem at all. I have carried a 34 OWB on hikes with a lightweight vest as my concealment garment.

 

As long as you have a good holster it should be no problem, however, the slide cut-out could potentially allow more debris in the slide.

 

Opinions? Sure, but the 34/35 was made to fit in a box. It was not made for carrying.

 

He could always do the apocalypse duct tape over the cut out. I've joked around about this, before, but it probably isn't too unreasonable if you really wanted to keep dirt out. My daughters carry a G34 in the scrub and we've really had no trouble with it. Definitely nothing like I thought. With the right holster, you almost have to purposely put some dirt in it. CC'ing in town??? I'd be a lot less concerned. 'Bout the only thing I'd worry about getting in there is some lint, and if lint will choke a Glock, I'll crush everyone of them I own.

 

You only have to conceal a little more slide, if you've already CC'd a 17/22/31. CC'ing more slide is way easier than CC'ing more grip. That aside, I'd ask if I was happy with 9mm output or do I want the capabilities of 40 S&W, and do I want to deal with the extra recoil.

 

I agree with harold63, if you have successfully done a full sized, the G34/G35 shouldn't be a problem at all. You can buy a Glock Combat Sport holster (works pretty good) for like $22 and know for sure. I love my G35.

 

I just carried my 35 at work yesterday. I stick with OWB. An untucked shirt did quite nicely in an OEM Sport/Combat holster. People look at it and think it's so big. As was mentioned above, it's no bigger than a 1911... and a lot lighter.

 

With a Bladetech and appropriate attire, the 34 is comfortable to carry.

 

There are a ton of people that carry a Full Size 1911.
Me included, almost my entire 15 years as a LEO.
The 34/35 were designed to match the size of a 1911, to compete with them at matches.

 

Recently switched to a G34 for EDC. Wanted a bit more range than my G26. Works just fine in the proper holster.

 

I even occasionally carry my 34 and 41 IWB in Kydex. Like everyone already said, it’s not too big for everyday carry if you dress around it.

 

Any opinions?

You can carry a microwave oven under your t-shirt if you are totally committed to it, and a 34/35 is certainly manageable. The real question is whether its worth it to you. Every question entails a cost/benefit analysis, whether we do that expressly or not. For me, the added velocity and sight radius of a 34/35, which provides minimal benefit over a 17/22, would not be worth the discomfort of a long slide going halfway down my leg. But only you can make that determination for yourself. Recognize also that you would be going to a 34/35 mostly for the good vibes it gives you, not any practical benefit - unless you plan on plinking someone at 100 yards. And since the guy who gets his front sight on center of mass first wins, the added slide length could actually be a very slight detriment in a defensive encounter. It may be easier to get a 43 into action than a 34, at least in terms of draw speed. Less slide to clear the holster, though you are dealing with a shorter grip too.


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I have it on good authority from a well trained individual that it is a fantastic carry gun. At the 3 with a 15 degree cant, it essentially melts into your side. There is a reason it is called the “practical tactical” handgun. [emoji4]


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My Glock 34 was a great gun ,carried it Aiwb but since have gotten rid of it for something else.I have trouble getting into 9mm.

 

The 34/35 is fine for carry.

 

I'd pick the 35, more power.

You need a fine Kydex holster to conceal a 34/35/41. Raven concealment and KT will have the best holsters for OWB. They both cover the slide hole snugly so no dirt gets in. Also checkout Bigfoot belts.

If you ever plan on getting the Glock 41. Then get a 41 holster for your 34/35. The nose of the 41 is a little longer.

Crossbreed for IWB.

Plenty of people carry fullsize 1911's. Due to it's lack of weight, I'd say that these Glocks carry and conceal better. Printing is a joke. I don't have to care about that in Ohio.

 

If you're comfortable with carrying either, why not?!

I'm not a big 9mm fan so I've never considered the G34, but a month or so ago I happened across a used Gen3 G35 that I just couldn't pass up, and I've since converted it to .357SIG with an Alpha Wolf conversion barrel from LWD. Despite internet rumors, the .40S&W isn't a bad cartridge, but given the choice I'd rather carry 15+1 of .357SIG than either 15+1 of .40S&W or 17+1 of 9mm.

It's nice to have the .357SIG option with the G35, an option that you can't enjoy with the G34. 'Something to ponder...

 

It’s the size of a Government 1911. Open carry wouldn’t be bad. Not something I’d attempt to conceal, but many do.

 

Y'all got me to thinking about carrying my 35/357 sig conversion. I love the feel of that pistol.

 

I was pleasantly surprised how well my 34 carries in my Alien Gear 3.0.

 

I bought a new G34 a few months ago and been practicing a lot with it. Now that I'm comfortable with it and got to know it well, I am ready to carry it.

I can't do it with jeans and a T-Shirt like the G26 which totally disappears, but with the G34 I have to at least wear jacket or a loose fitting and untucked dress shirt. Then it disappears.

I've been carrying it around all day in the very same (open bottom) hybrid holster I use for my G26 and G30S, and I'm very comfortable with it. I usually carry at 4:00, but for this one I have to carry at 3:00.

Took some pics:

I had my doubts, but I'm really happy I can carry around my new G34, which is a pistol I am getting to like a lot.