Glock 23 Gen 4 Comparison
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- čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
- Comparing the Glock 23 Gen 4 with an earlier generation Glock 23.
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Got me a brand new gen 4 Glock 23 yesterday because of this guy. No regrets at all. Love all of the videos. Please keep them coming. Thanks
bought myself a Glock 19 gen 4 . and yes thanx to this guy...Glock should give him commission
Glock 23 Gen 4 all the way. It was my first gun I bought just maybe a month ago for home defense and recreational shooting. Best money I ever spent, 10/10.
Ya but you can interchange mags for gen 1-4 Glock mags lol. He has gen4 so....
You can if you switch the mag release to the right side.
GEN3 is the best...they screwed with perfection after that... chasing the dragon
It looks like there is less recoil with the Gen 4. Just barely, but noticeable to the naked eye.
@wogahboy, I spend hours every day answering questions, especially for those who can read. As it says on my profile, you have to send questions as a message if you want an answer. There's a reply button there. If it's clear, concise, and something appropriate for me to answer (rather than Google), you'll often get an answer. It just depends on how many hundred more there are in line.
@DarkHorsePSH , I shoot with my left eye, yes, because I get a clearer sight picture. I switched over a few years go. Shooting low-left is fairly common for right handers and usually has nothing to do with how you are using your sights; it's usually related to a bit of trigger jerk or flinch. Try to sand bag rest your gun, as well as get some other people to shoot it. It's very rare for the sights to be off measurably on any new defensive pistols.
Glock 23 4 gen is my daily carry. I love it.
@42cujo , i really was not aware of that, except that I've noticed the trigger is a bit stiffer, which I really like because it still has a clean break.
I enjoyed that dual wield in the start of the video.
Same here!!!!
{everyone liked that}
10:47 fast forward to 2020 when we can’t even buy mainstream pistol ammo in Walmart...😤
I'm pissed off with Walmart
@binky987 , Yes, any difference is minor. I'm would not trade any of my other Glocks just to get a Gen 4 gun, no would I reject one because it's a Gen 4 gun. I've not tried the 9mm Gen 4s yet, though.
@jaxboxer , On any given day, I might shoot anything better or worse, even a Hi-Point. :-) The SR9c was easy to shoot well. I'll see if I can shoot it as well in the Chapter 2 video with it.
@kravenfox j, they are stick-on, wrap-around grips from Talon Grips.
Hey man, if you slow that video down I believe you'll see a bullet streaking to the target. It looks like you're shooting lead as caught a glimpse of the tell-tale silver streak heading for the steel gong. Great video once again!
Just got my G23 gen 4 two weeks ago and love it.
Getting a glock 23 gen 4 for my first gun this weekend! So happy i stumbled upon hickok45s videos. Starting to love his channel and went back and watched this! So glad my first gun is hickok approved!
Glock 23 gen 3 is my every day carry
Same... I actually just picked up a second gen3 g23... Planning on getting a nice double underarm holster now...
same here
@rabbit4timber , There would be no discernible difference in accuracy. I just like heavier bullets.
Love his reviews , Straight to the point , very short and simple
I have had my Gen4 Glock 23 for a month now and shot 150 rounds through it. Truth be told the round is a little snappy, but not nearly as snappy as the 45 or 10mm i have been used to shooting. Despite the snappiness it's remarkably controllable and fun to shoot! Suffice it to say it's become my new every day carry gun and the gun i plan to take to training courses.
@93hostang , I might do it, but I cut this one up so much trying to get the leather out of the way, I might wait until I get another on sometime. I want to wear it over Christmas holidays to see how I like it.
@6483hmless , See range tour videos and descriptions there. I think I cover about everything.
@Sharberboy , I haven't had any of the guns. I have to buy these things generally. I'm not on the Smith & Wesson T & E list.
I got me a gen 3 23 I carry it everyday except when I'm at work I have a different carry for that but when I'm not I have my 23 on me all day everyday day
Great opening! It always amazes me how much video you can lay down without stopping the camera, no hang-ups or long pauses. You are to shooting videos, what George Carlin was to comedy.
The difference in the barrels lies where the recoil spring sits, they are machined different- you'll see it at 6:45 .
@Jackomason , Don't know about those videos. I have almost 25 years of experience holstering and unholstering Glocks with no problems, so it doesn't really matter what they've found, other than maybe finding it interesting. :-)
@lhusby , Thus far I like it. I need to get another and not cut it up so badly.
I like this gun for several reasons, the top reason is the conversation barrel to swap to a 9mm. 9mm and 40 in one reliable gun.... 👍
That's why I got a 23 over 19.. Have never felt the need to switch to 9mm though.
@@kdcustoms1272 I agree
. 357 Sig
@@george._sir._gemini.175 and the unreliable 22 conversion
@wcropp1, I like to have conversations with myself, too. That way I always make sense! :-) I bought a M&P 40c that I was going to review this weekend, but the weather just didn't allow for it.
@flymistaslick, Not really; it would be difficult for me to play a computer game when I have so many real toys and a cool place to shoot them. I can see how they might be fun, though.
I Love my Glock 23 Gen 4 , I enjoyed your video, I should say I enjoy all your videos , Thank you for your Knowledge and your Curiosity on different weapons ..
@wingwongone , With Glocks? That's up to you. Most people do, but I think it voids the warranty.
Thanks for the suggestion, I will definitely look into it.
I've been a big fan of your videos, I just bought my first Glock (a 23 Gen 4) 5 days ago, I've put 100 rounds through it so far and like it. I purchased this for all around use, and also as a CCW. I have a preference for 9mm, but decided to try something different this time and have no regrets. Thanks again.
Great shooting review and comparison. You have a great shooting range set up, love the gong! Thanks for sharing and posting for us to enjoy!
Awesome video, Just what I needed. I am going to the range tomorrow to test out a Glock 23. If I shoot it as well as I did the Glock 19 I am sold!! Off to Gander Mtn. to buy it.
First time checkin' in, wanted firstly to thank you for your videos, it got my wife into shooting, we're both close to 60. Now shooting is even more fun! I've had so many Glocks, love them, and my favorite now is my 20C. My next purchase is the 23, better for EDC, and now that I've seen this video, I'm going for the Gen 4 with the dual recoil spring. I could SEE a difference, like my 26. Thanks very much sir.
best purchased I made g23 gen4. nice feel on the hand and manageable recoil.
Just wanted to say thanks for all your videos and comparisons on Glocks, i bought my first Brand New Glock 23 gen 4 yesterday and done shot 200 rounds through it and i love it! Im very happy with my purchase,if not for these videos i would have went with something else thanks!
I followed Hickok's lead and bought the Talon grips. I liked them so much I ended up ordering a set for each of my Glocks. They are absolutely perfect! And a ten percent discount for law enforcement and military.
davejss where u order them from ?
I just bought one I couldn’t resist I’ve never really been a Glock fan boy kind of a Sigg fan boy but Glock for concealed carry 40 caliber 13 rounds I feel like that’s a no brainer and I’m gonna have a great gun for years super excited I found one during these times.
Man, you're gonna make me want a new 23...as if my gen 3 wasn't good enough-lol!
this will be my next Glock. I have a Glock 19 Gen 4. I love that gun. I have a Glock 22 Gen 4. I feel i should of seen your videos sooner. I like the 22 but i think i would of been happier to go with the 23 Gen 4 for my CCW. My last gun i have and i love it is my Glock 30 Gen 4. Thank you for your videos. Keep them up.
I have the Glock 30 gen3. It is my first and only gun (so far; my want list is extensive;) ). I also want the gen423 for my next gun, for CCW and otherwise. I've shot the 19 and the 23 at the range, and they feel great in my hand, compared to the 30. I have small hands (I'm 5'5") and the 30 is a bit wide which affects trigger reach and becomes marginal for me to be able to grip the way I'd like to. The 19/23 size frame feels excellent OTOH. I also like the .40 cal and the capacity it offers.
Just got a unfired gen3 model 23 for $300!! It ain't what you know, it's who you know. Love your vids Mr.45.
Thanks for sharing some more Hickok knowledge..
Hickok, I appreciate your great reviews and in depth insight on everything you review. Your gen4 g23 review has persuaded me to try a glock. Being military I became accustom to the da/sa but when it comes to personal ccw you have helped immensely, and I will be shortly carrying a 23 off duty and no longer trying to conceal a full size .45 Ruger p90. What do you recommend for a good holster for concealing the 23?
@jimkressin , I think all those things are the same.
I'm surprised you didn't mention the stud they added to the trigger bar of the the gen 4. Great vid hickok you're awesome.
According to some glock armorers and my departments training instructors. The gen 4 has fixes for the slide cracking on the ejector port and some other issues like spring breakage etc. That they had on the older gens.
Got one as well and another great thing about Glocks 40's is that you can just drop in a oem 9mm barrel and buy some 9mm mags and bam you got Glock 19 or Buy a .357 barrel and use the existing .40 mags as their the same size. You can also for around a couple hundred bucks buy a .22 conversion kit. So in other words with the parts you can have 4 guns in one :). I have the same setups for my Sig's as well. I own a p226 and 228 and both are .40 but use either 9mm or .22 for practice etc.
I have a gen 3 model 23 and it's the one I carry! Great video Thanks!
Your videos are awesome, keep up the good work, i love watching them, i hope to one day be able to shoot as well as you... keep it up
couldnt tell with the recoil reduction, but still definitely getting one in fde
nice job. i really enjoy these comparo vids. I watched a few times and after lining up the muzzle with a tree twig in the background I think the G4 does have less flip. I'm thinking of getting a 40 cal. Now I'm leaning towards a new G4 27 in preference to a cheaper used G3. thanks!
Thanks for the great videos- We Tennesseeans are well represented on the Tube- I've watched many of your clips but I haven't seen one where you talk about your range. Could you give us the approximate distances you're shooting? Thanks for all the information...
Great video, do you think going from G30 G4 to G23 G4 is a big difference in recoil? It's difficult to rent guns where I'm located and interested in a .40 sw
Hey Hickok! I've been watching your videos for a while now, man do you have a tough life making these videos, it's gotta be horrible lol! Can't wait till I get my track of land and get to enjoy shooting out my backdoor! Anyways, I just wanted to let you know that I am making my first Glock purchase tomorrow and its going to be a 23 gen 4. I had researched all the models out there and narrowed it down to the 23 and 27, and your videos have helped me narrow it down to the 23.. Thanks so much!!!
Added a glock 19 gen 4 a few weeks ago and in the next month or so I'm definitely getting a glock 23 gen 4.
Can't wait to have 2 of the best IMHO glocks they offer.
I currently have the Glock 23 and love it. Now I'm going to get the G19 because of the cheaper ammo. But the G23 will still be my carry gun.
The best 5 second intro in youtube history!
nice video, when you were doing the comparison shooting at 13:20-14:30 i noticed that the gen 4 glock had a little higher pitch sound to it, just a minute thing. i didn't notice any difference in recoil or slide movement, or anything of that nature. again nice vid
Thanks, but we're pretty happy doing our show right here on CZcams!
Do you like gen 3 or gen 4 in the glock 23 what would you trust your life on
My roomate bought a G21 gen 4 and i own a G23 gen 3, that ive had for a while. When i finally shot his 21 i could absolutely feel a difference in recoil. I know the 21 is a larger caliber but i could still feel a big difference between both generations.
your camera is incredible, at the beginning when you are shooting the gong I could see the rounds impacting
SWEEEEET ! I can't wait for the Ruger SR9c Chapter 2 Video ...... you just made my day Mr. Hickok. Life Is Good !
Hey Hickok, I noticed the erratic ejection from the Gen4. That is the major complaint from owners of the Gen 4 Glocks. I bought a new Gen 4 G27 and love how it shoots.
Interesting to see the comparison and your perspective. Have you shot any groups on paper to see if the gen4's new design also affect group accuracy? Maybe that could be another comparison vid. Glock gen4's are getting some bad press lately, so comparison shooting vids will help us see the positives and negatives of the new design. Thanks
You, sir, are master of guns!
Always a pleasure to watch your videos.
I actually love the feel, size of the G19 and G23. They are just perfect. I think for sure that the G23 Gen 4 does not kick as much after watching this. I think I may be having one in the near future.
Hickok,
Thanks for this comparison video. I have a GLOCK 23 GEN4 ..... and ... I love it. Ever since I was introduced to GLOCKS,.... I'm all in. My next Purchase will be a GLOCK 19 GEN4. Thanks for all the videos you put together for all of us gun enthusiasts.
Keep it real ..........................
Love mine! Next to my 1911 circa 1922 awesome firearms
re: recoil/muzzle flip comparison, Gen 4 vs Gen 2.
Looking also at your shoulder and elbow in recoil: the Gen 4 appears to generate less movement.
@RES1ST0R , If I do, then so does almost everybody else in Tennessee and the South; there are Civil War battlefields everywhere. The media has driven everybody needlessly crazy about lead. :-)
I just got a gen 3 and a gen 4 glock 23. I'm a lefty so I'm using the 4th gen while my wife wanted one so I got her a gen 3 because I got a great deal for them both. is there anything that would be best to upgrade on either? I'm new to the glock game.
Thank u for your videos. Enjoy them very much. I just purchased my first ever Glock. WS wondering out of the box before going to shoot it , would you recommend doing anything to the gun? Oil, wipe it down, etc? Any advice would be appreciated. I am an old "45 wheel gun" so this will be an experience. Thank you again. Todd
I'm considering the 23 G4 as my first purchase. I really enjoyed your video as it was very informative. Are there any suggestions you would offer to a first time purchaser?
When the video first started, I was looking at the two 23's and wondering.. "What kind of grips are those.." LOL. Come to find out it was just from using the firearm. Great videos!
At 14:08 the brass from the gen4 ejects strait up. The brass from the older gun goes out to the right in the same direction every round. The gen4 ejects one round right back at John and almost hits the lens. Anybody else notice that?
+creature957 You got that right!!....but if you look as close at 13:42....it seems fine, doesn't it?...curious
Hey Hickok i have a question for you. I used to have the glock 23 gen 3. Im thinking about getting another one. I like the gen 3 im wondering if i should get another gen 3 or should i go the gen 4. Which one do you prefer
@hickok45 I have a couple of the Supertuck holsters as well. They work very well for me. I also have a Kholster on order. Maybe you could do a quick vid on the Supertuck one day... Thanks as always for the great vids!
I've owned the Glock 23 Gen 3 and Gen 4. While I loved my Gen 3, I ADORE my Gen 4. The recoil is noticeably smoother and the stippled grip on the Gen 4 makes no modification necessary for me. I had to apply grip tape to my Gen 3 to avoid slippage. Not so with the Gen 4. The optional back-straps are another perk. No more layering tape to fill out the grip to my liking.
I've really enjoyed watching your videos. Please keep up the good work. There is a fairly good article this month in the Special Edition of American Handgunner on Gen 4 Glocks. They used a Glock 17 in their article. Your video and that article seem go hand in hand.
Just wanted to thank you for making this video. Just bought a Gen 4. First time I've shot a pistol since my Dad taught me to shoot when I was young. I'm 72 now and a women but have five horses so I guess I'm in pretty good shape. The Glock feels very nice and balanced. Have to use the quick loader though. Don't know if the spring is stiff or my hands are losing strength. Hope it gets easier as I use them more..
Cheers
God vid as usual. Been considering a 23, Gen 3 or 4. I have a Gen 3, 27 and want another 40 cal. for concealed carry. With the extra capacity and improved performance it looks like the Gen 4 is the way to go. Thanks
Hey Greg,
Great review, thanks for positng.
I watched your video on reloading a while ago.
Are you still reloading as much?
I've found it's not really worth it to reload 9 mm. I'm still relaoding .45acp at about half the cost of store purchased ammo.
have you ever considered using different sized gongs for diferent tones?
You could play a song with the tones from the gongs as you shot them... lol
@suckaniggasdick , Yuk, I hate to do that, although I did have a Glock back during the period when they were finishing them in that horrible slick "Teflon" that I actually DID try that. I cut neat little strips of grip tape and stuck it in the serrations. There's something really distasteful to me about doing that, though Thankfully, Glock has gotten away from that thick, slick finish.
gen 4 much smoother highly recommend this gun for your first time buy, completely customize-able as well, look into getting the 9' barrel from lone-wolf
Best video intro I've seen. "Whoa, a poet don't know it." Get some, Hickok45!
Great vid Hickok, I have a gen 3 glock 23. It feels the best in my hand. Perfection is their slogan.
Easily my favorite video! I love how u unload those guns on the barrel
perfect size, i like the 40. love my 23
I bought a used police trade-in but with an extended polished stainless steel Barrell. I think it was at least a whole inch longer and was marked Model 23.
It was odd so I took it if they would throw in 4 extra mags and do it all for $400 even. They did because I was a frequent buyer of guns, ammo, holsters, rifles, shotguns, optics and jewelery. I love G23s and all blocks.
I only noticed a difference in the empty shell case ejection. The 4th Gen seems more random and less often to the right side. They fly straight up sometimes and back over your head sometimes. Kinda weird.
hickok45 definitely less recoil in the Gen 4. That dual action spring is excellent
Hey Hickock45...Great videos I really enjoy them. I however have found some real negatives on the new Gen4 model 23 as well as the other gen4 Glocks. First, the trigger is heavier on the newer model not a huge deal but still different. Second, and the worst thing yet is the trigger bar has a nipple on it. Causing hang ups and making it difficult to reassemble and causes jams. I filed it off solving the issue. Lastly, why don't they go by "If it ain't broke don't fix it... Thanks Great Job...
I really enjoy all your videos. On one of them, you mention you site with your left eye. I am also right handed and look through my sites with my stronger left eye. If I am dead center on my standard Glock 23 Gen 4 sites, I consistently shoot low and to the left. Do you have a standard site setting you use on your Glocks or any other advice you could offer other than aim high to the right to compensate? Thanks in advance.
Now that's how a video should be started! Man, Blast that drum!
Thanks, that was a nice look at the two gen's.
Another very informative video ... and thank you ... it does appear as though the Gen 4 has less mussel flip (recoil), after watching the vid. I have a Glock 19 Gen 4 (9mm), and love the action/feel ... it is VERY comfortable to shoot ... and as of today (with about 75 rounds through it) ... I've had NO FTF's or SP's. Thanks again ... 45!!
I'm suprised that Ginger hung around for all that shooting. Great review hickok. I bought a G19 for my first carry gun, next year I'll upgrade to the G23 gen 4 (I wanted them to work out any issues first). Your glock vidoes helped me decide what gun to carry and Tnoutdoors9 helped me decide what ammo. You two are awesome!!
I recently went to a shooting range to fire 3 different guns to see which one i liked the best, xd, m&p, glock and by far the ugly bad grip angle glock was the best for me. They are doing something wright.
hickok45 have always enoyed your videos. very interested in your range like specks how you made the hangers for the metal targets, distance to back side of range shape wht size metal an thickness of targets. just a all an all spec an tlk abt how you made you range an the steel targets. keep up the wrk your videos are great.