"New" Gen 2, G17

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FLSlim

Discussion Starter · Jun 15, 2012

I'm a fan of and own several compact and subcompact Glocks (23, 26, 30), but have been toying with the idea a getting a full sized 9 for (another) range gun. I wanted something with a longer barrel and a little more weight than the 26.

I really like the new 17s and 34s, but was trying to stay in budget when I found the gen 2 g17 at my LGS. The price wasn't great ($400) but the gun appeared to be in decent condition, so I bit the bullet. I checked with Glock and it was imported in Dec '94. It is now cleaned up, a new recoil spring is ordered, and I'm looking forward to the first range trip next week to see how it runs.

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FL Airedale

· #2 · Jun 15, 2012

I think $400 is a reasonable price for a use G17 in good condition. A new Gen 3 17 would cost you $100 more. Please let us know how it runs.

FLSlim

Discussion Starter · #3 · Jun 15, 2012

Thanks FLAiredale, I'll post next week after some range time.

Hugo R

· #4 · Jun 23, 2012

Pics, or it didn't happen!:supergrin:

Congrats! I still carry a Gen 2 on duty. A great gun and if yours is in good shape you got it for a great price!

HR

FLSlim

Discussion Starter · #5 · Jun 24, 2012

Yep, gotta get the camera out. I need to document the pistol for my records, anyhow. I took it to the range last week and left totally bummed. Everything was fine for the first mag, then the FS broke off :crying:. The gun had NS which were dim, so had probably been on for some time, but still..... I stuck another FS on and will make another trip this week to see how she runs--wish me luck and I'll get the pix going!

FLSlim

Discussion Starter · #6 · Jun 25, 2012

NOW FOR THE PICTURE:

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Hugo R

· #7 · Jun 28, 2012

Here's my w2nd Gen 17 with my EDC 26 & LCP>

HR

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FLSlim

Discussion Starter · #8 · Jun 28, 2012

Nice trio, Hugo. I also have a gen 3, G26 which is a great little carry gun and it accuracy continues to surprise me, especially with 147 gr. rounds. My only other Glock is a 30, which is a super gun in its own right.

deputy tom

· #9 · Jul 7, 2012 (Edited)

Nothing beats a Gen2.Keep us informed on your progress. I'd get a new set of Trijicons for that beauty. tom.

Patrick Graham

· #10 · Jul 8, 2012

Gen 2 G17s ROCK!!!!!

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deputy tom

· #11 · Aug 12, 2012

FLSlim said:
NOW FOR THE PICTURE:

We're still waiting on the range report. tom.:wavey:

G36shooter

· #12 · Sep 8, 2012 (Edited)

My local Blue Label dealer has a few gen2 17's LE trade-in's. 325.00 w/ one mag. ser.# BUS### good cond. They are holding one for me. Will be a nice addition to my gen2 19,22 and 23.

Hugo R

· #13 · Sep 14, 2012

G36shooter said:
My local Blue Label dealer has a few gen2 17's LE trade-in's. 325.00 w/ one mag. ser.# BUS### good cond. They are holding one for me. Will ba a nice addition to my gen2 19,22 and 23.

Did you make the deal? And of course pics of the family please!!!

HR

G36shooter

· #14 · Sep 18, 2012

Hugo R said:
Did you make the deal? And of course pics of the family please!!!

HR

Will do, plan on picking it up next week.

FLSlim

Discussion Starter · #15 · Sep 20, 2012

Good deal G36. Enjoy and post a follow-up.

G36shooter

· #16 · Sep 24, 2012

FLSlim said:
Good deal G36. Enjoy and post a follow-up.

I picked up the 17 last Wednesday, went to the range today,great shooter, could be my new IDPA gun. Good shape for a 16 year old gun (test fire 4/1/96) Holster wear, yes, but I was buying a shooter not a safe queen. Having probs. posting pics.

Hugo R

· #17 · Oct 2, 2012

Awesome! Was the price the same?

HR

G36shooter

· #18 · Oct 3, 2012

Hugo R said:
Awesome! Was the price the same?

HR

The price was better, $328.60 OTD. (MI sales tax is .06%) Some how I have to my file before adding more pics.

cddanjr

· #19 · Apr 3, 2013

I bought a 2nd gen 17 9mm from a Denver Sgt. in 1988. I've owned it since, and am allowed to have the 17 shot mags it came with! Just recently a Glock authorized armorer replaced alot of parts that were recalled. I had no problem with the weapon, but hey free replacement sure!

I love this weapon! Got a 6" barrel for it, for distance accuracy, shot in an Allstate Pistol Competition here in So. Cal, first time I got 3rd out of about 35 shooters!

In 88 i paid $500, so for $400 I would buy again! Contact Glock and see if they have any upgrades for your weapon.

Enjoy

Chuck

Hugo R

· #20 · May 7, 2013

cddanjr said:
I bought a 2nd gen 17 9mm from a Denver Sgt. in 1988.Chuck

That is very cool, looks like you got one heck of a good deal. Absolutely, enjoy!

HR

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