Chop Glock 19 to 26 + XC1/RMR

[freddy]

I really like my G26 for concealment. I really like my G19 for the XC1 light and MOS mount. Either pistol can only have 10 rounds (FUAC). I am thinking of chopping the longer G19 grip down to G26 length. If I train myself to use the RMR the resulting light bearing, red dot sighting, G26/19 might be a sweet li'l carry gun. Anyone do this yet?

 

[ArmedCorgi]

I'm curious to know what issues there may be in NY for modifying a handgun like that. Hopefully none. I don't know. Considering the modification doesn't rub Cuomo the wrong way, I guess the question you should then ask yourself is: Do I want out of NY, will I ever move out of NY? If the answer to that is yes don't mod the G19.

 

[freddy]

I'm curious to know what issues there may be in NY for modifying a handgun like that. Hopefully none. I don't know. Considering the modification doesn't rub Cuomo the wrong way, I guess the question you should then ask yourself is: Do I want out of NY, will I ever move out of NY? If the answer to that is yes don't mod the G19.

If glock put a light rail (and maybe MOS) on the g26 I wouldn't touch the g19. I want a light on my carry. The 19 prints quite a bit more than the 26.

 

[Eddie Gunks]

Do-it-mon

 

[Marine Cpl]

Start with this before you go chopping.

BROWNELLS TACTICAL LIGHT MOUNT for GLOCK® | Brownells

 

[Marine Cpl]

I'm curious to know what issues there may be in NY for modifying a handgun like that. Hopefully none. I don't know. Considering the modification doesn't rub Cuomo the wrong way, I guess the question you should then ask yourself is: Do I want out of NY, will I ever move out of NY? If the answer to that is yes don't mod the G19.

Why would there be issues?

 

[ArmedCorgi]

If glock put a light rail (and maybe MOS) on the g26 I wouldn't touch the g19. I want a light on my carry. The 19 prints quite a bit more than the 26.

Why not consider a polymer 80 to cut down instead of sacrificing the g19? Polymer80 - Pistol Frame

 

[ArmedCorgi]

Why would there be issues?

Because NY

 

[freddy]

Start with this before you go chopping.

BROWNELLS TACTICAL LIGHT MOUNT for GLOCK® | Brownells

Nice! For my application it looks like this mount would not work with holsters designed for the xc1 since the brownells mount looks to add a bit of depth.

 

[freddy]

Some have even chopped a 17 down to a 26.

 

[Marine Cpl]

Then there's this with a dremel. A little less drastic.

Custom Rails on my G26 for Weapon Light

 

[Marine Cpl]

Because NY

There would be nothin illegal about it. What would be the crime?

 

[freddy]

Why not consider a polymer 80 to cut down instead of sacrificing the g19? Polymer80 - Pistol Frame

Good idea. Especially so when the GG supports it.

 

[freddy]

There would be nothin illegal about it. What would be the crime?

Modifiying the pistol nearest to perfection?

 

[ArmedCorgi]

There would be nothin illegal about it. What would be the crime?

IDK. I'm not saying there is one and I certainly don't think there should be one. I'm just saying it would be worth it to find out. In the same light as how putting a "stock" on a pistol is against the law or sawing a barrel too short is against the law.

 

[Uzi]

I can't believe people care so much about printing. I print like crazy and nobody cares or pays attention. This month I've had my t shirt accidently lift up exposing the gun wide open while grocery shopping in front of hundreds of people for a while until I noticed it. Funny, but again nobody was paying attention or gave a shit. Then walking in a parking lot just this week, same thing happened. I hate short grips on handguns, they offer less control and chopping them down will kill the resale because nobody wants a ghetto hacked glock when they can buy a new one or 26. I prefer shorter barrels for comfort, but a grip sticking out under a shirt while I'm in a public place doesn't bother me at all anymore. The 19 is an excellent gun, I'd recommend leaving it alone, that model was done right.

 

[ArmedCorgi]

@Uzi makes a good point. If you ever think you may want to sell the gun, don't modify it like that.

 

[freddy]

I can't believe people care so much about printing. I print like crazy and nobody cares or pays attention. This month I've had my t shirt accidently lift up exposing the gun wide open while grocery shopping in front of hundreds of people for a while until I noticed it. Funny, but again nobody was paying attention or gave a shit. Then walking in a parking lot just this week, same thing happened. I hate short grips on handguns, they offer less control and chopping them down will kill the resale because nobody wants a ghetto hacked glock when they can buy a new one or 26. I prefer shorter barrels for comfort, but a grip sticking out under a shirt while I'm in a public place doesn't bother me at all anymore. The 19 is an excellent gun, I'd recommend leaving it alone, that model was done right.

Your points are valid, no doubt. The 19 really is the pinnacle of handgun design. Let me try the 19 again for a few more weeks before I start hacking.

 

[Marine Cpl]

Why not consider a polymer 80 to cut down instead of sacrificing the g19? Polymer80 - Pistol Frame

That would be a good idea. He can practice on that before you go the route of actually cutting the real frame.

 

[ArmedCorgi]

That would be a good idea. He can practice on that before you go the route of actually cutting the real frame.

Or just finish the poly 80 and cut it down like he wants. Leave the G19 frame alone for future use.

 

[Marine Cpl]

I can't believe people care so much about printing. I print like crazy and nobody cares or pays attention. This month I've had my t shirt accidently lift up exposing the gun wide open while grocery shopping in front of hundreds of people for a while until I noticed it. Funny, but again nobody was paying attention or gave a shit. Then walking in a parking lot just this week, same thing happened. I hate short grips on handguns, they offer less control and chopping them down will kill the resale because nobody wants a ghetto hacked glock when they can buy a new one or 26. I prefer shorter barrels for comfort, but a grip sticking out under a shirt while I'm in a public place doesn't bother me at all anymore. The 19 is an excellent gun, I'd recommend leaving it alone, that model was done right.

It all depends on where you live and where you are going. NYC, NJ, picking up kids from school, going to the Post Office, ect.

Besides if you are going to do it, you should be doing it right and not sloppy.

As for me, I just don't want to be made out. I've never been. Even by LEO'S at various places.

 

[freddy]

Truth is that my little kids call me out in public... "DADDY YOU'RE PRINTING!"

As an aside, I can't tell you many times they have gotten inadvertently clocked by the glock when they run to hug me.

 

[Marine Cpl]

Or just finish the poly 80 and cut it down like he wants. Leave the G19 frame alone for future use.

The thing about those 80's is that they don't have the reliability. They have plastic rails. I believe someone here has done it and had problems with it.

 

[freddy]

The thing about those 80's is that they don't have the reliability. They have plastic rails. I believe someone here has done it and had problems with it.

Did not know that!

 

[ArmedCorgi]

The thing about those 80's is that they don't have the reliability. They have plastic rails. I believe someone here has done it and had problems with it.

Naw man, the newer ones have a metal rail system. Polymer80 - PF940C Compact Frame

From the Site:
Product Overview:

• Next Generation Ergonomics and Features
• High-Strength Reinforced Polymer Construction
• Aggressive and Adaptable Laser Grip Texture
• Picatinny/STANAG Compliant Accessory Rail
• Blank Serialization Plate, Optional Registration Ready
• Stainless Steel Drop-In Rear Rail Module
• Stainless Steel Locking Block Rail System
• Hardened Rail System Pins for Locking Block and Rear Rails
• Complete Finishing Jig, Drill bits and End Mill Included
• Compatible with Glock® 19 Compact Frame Components

 

[Marine Cpl]

Naw man, the newer ones have a metal rail system. Polymer80 - PF940C Compact Frame

From the Site:
Product Overview:

• Next Generation Ergonomics and Features
• High-Strength Reinforced Polymer Construction
• Aggressive and Adaptable Laser Grip Texture
• Picatinny/STANAG Compliant Accessory Rail
• Blank Serialization Plate, Optional Registration Ready
• Stainless Steel Drop-In Rear Rail Module
• Stainless Steel Locking Block Rail System
• Hardened Rail System Pins for Locking Block and Rear Rails
• Complete Finishing Jig, Drill bits and End Mill Included
• Compatible with Glock® 19 Compact Frame Components

Chop away!

 

[Uzi]

It all depends on where you live and where you are going. NYC, NJ, picking up kids from school, going to the Post Office, ect.

Besides if you are going to do it, you should be doing it right and not sloppy.

As for me, I just don't want to be made out. I've never been. Even by LEO'S at various places.

I've never been "made out" by anyone either. There are locations and times where undivided attention to your concealment is necessary. I wouldn't say I'm all that sloppy about it either, but it can happen with a light t-shirt sometimes. I'd be more inclined just to purchase something else if it presented constant issues. I used to carry a micro compact for a while until I realized I don't have the control with the tiny grip that I do with a mid sized compact frame. The overall tradeoff was not worth the slightly increased printing it presented. Again, nobody is paying attention and cares. People are more focused on my hair than anything else.

 

[BerettaGuy]

I can't believe people care so much about printing. I print like crazy and nobody cares or pays attention. This month I've had my t shirt accidently lift up exposing the gun wide open while grocery shopping in front of hundreds of people for a while until I noticed it. Funny, but again nobody was paying attention or gave a shit. Then walking in a parking lot just this week, same thing happened. I hate short grips on handguns, they offer less control and chopping them down will kill the resale because nobody wants a ghetto hacked glock when they can buy a new one or 26. I prefer shorter barrels for comfort, but a grip sticking out under a shirt while I'm in a public place doesn't bother me at all anymore. The 19 is an excellent gun, I'd recommend leaving it alone, that model was done right.

Totally agree. Some people feel subconscious whilst carrying and they think that everyone is looking at them and looking to see a bulge, but in reality the person you think is looking at you doesn't give a damn about your waistline.

 

[Marine Cpl]

I'm just saying that there are times that you cannot be made out under no circumstances. It isn't paranoia. For that, proper concealment is necessary. Vital even.

 

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