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.
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!
@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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
@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. :-)
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.
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!!!
@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.
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
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
@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.
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
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.
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...
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 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.
@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.
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
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.
hey hickok45 i was wondering but are you using you left eyes and pinching your right? even tho your a righty shooter? i try not to do that since i to am a righty shooter but my left i is dominant. i just ordered my 23 gen 4 as well =D
I'm the same way!!! lol Right handed, left eye dominant lol!!! It sucks haha, I trained myself to shoot rifle left handed but still shoot pistol right handed haha
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 ..........................
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.
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.
Excellent video, Hickok45!!! I own a generation 3 Glock 23C, and I've wondered how much of a difference there was between the generations in how they shoot. BTW, if you are considering doing another comparison video, I would love to find out if you think there is any difference between the compensated models and the regular models in how they shoot (muzzle flip and felt recoil).
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
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!!
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
@hickok45 I have sir, and it's a good video, but in light of gen 4 controversy, I thought a group accuracy vid comparing two generations of G23's would be interesting.
They have also put the "older style" finish in the newer Gen 3 glocks as well, just picked a new 23 a few weeks ago and was pleasantly surprised. Didn't know if you or not, just thought i would spread that info for anyone who was wondering.
I've shot the Gen 2,3, and 4 Glock 23's and there is definately a noticeable difference in the 2 and 4 23's. My conclusion was that it is because of the extra weight due to the compound recoil spring in the Gen 4. And it also feels better when shooting it due to the gen 4 having the finger grooves. This may not make that much of a difference to some but for the few like yourself that shoot almost religiously it'll be more noticeable. I carry the Gen 3 G23 and love it. By far my favorite gun.
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 ..
the recoil on the gen 4 was a tad lighter if you watch it again your black sleeve on your sweatshirt didn't shake as much as the gen 2. keep making the great videos
@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.
@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'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?
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.
thank mr hickok45 for all your demonstration videos , i enjoy them very much. i have watch them over and over again for wanting to get me a glock 19 gen 4 , glock 23 gen 4 and glock 26 gen 4. still undecided which one i want and comfortable with. I want light weight as possible, accuracy , power, less failure maybe long range. what your comment /anyone can comment on this as well
@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. :-)
This is the first hickok45 video I've watched. Watched it sometime back. I happen to own the Glock 23 gen 3. You're comparing the gen 2 with the gen 4. Is my gen 3 going to be quite similar to the gen 2?
Gen 4 is just perfect. I hated glocks until I held my gen 4 in the gun shop. I held it as I was trading in a 38 special and all I could say was "wow." It felt natural and it just felt like I had a whole lot of gun in my hands. I shot it for the first time and it had less kick than my 38 special, and my 40 cal S&W SD40VE. Wonderful gun and this is one that isn't getting sold :)
From what I understand... If you want the 19 get a Gen 3, if you want a 23 get the Gen 4 ( have the G23 Gen 4).... Coming from somebody who use to shoot often but now only shoots occasionally, shooting the 40 for the first time in about 8 years was rather eye opening. If you don't shoot often get the 19, if you shoot often get the 23! You won't be disappointed either way though.
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.
This is off subject, but I was curious: Have you ever went to shoot a gun at a safe direction to check if theres anything in the chamber and actually fired a bullet?
Hey Hickok what brand ammo do you shoot? You seem to shot a lot and the 40 ammo here in town is kinda expensive maybe you can let me know if you buy in bulk or from a certain store. And by the way you are pretty awesome with that firearm sir.
Love the vids Hickok. I'm a new Glock owner, a 17. But, been shooting rifles and shotguns my whole life. 40 something now. After buying the 17 on advice because it felt the best in my hand at the time, I've grown concerned that there is no way I'm gonna want to carry this everyday. And, that's why I bought it. I'm training, and will get my CC permit in a couple weeks. So I want the 23. That's what brought me to this video. Should I be looking to get the Gen 4 23, and what's your take on the C?
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
After watching Hickok's vid I did a search and just purchased a G23 gen 2 in very good condition. I like it better than the generation 3 with the rail. No generation 4's here in Cali-10 Round-Fornia.
How do you like the cross breed holster? Could you maybe do a short video on it? I've been thinking about getting one. I'm worried about the kydex retention wearing the finish on my 1911.
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.
Glock 23 4 gen is my daily carry. I love it.
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
Just got my G23 gen 4 two weeks ago and love it.
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!
@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.
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.
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!
Thanks, but we're pretty happy doing our show right here on RUclips!
Do you like gen 3 or gen 4 in the glock 23 what would you trust your life on
Love his reviews , Straight to the point , very short and simple
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
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
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 .
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.
@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. :-)
@rabbit4timber , There would be no discernible difference in accuracy. I just like heavier bullets.
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.
Man, you're gonna make me want a new 23...as if my gen 3 wasn't good enough-lol!
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!!!
@kravenfox j, they are stick-on, wrap-around grips from Talon Grips.
@wingwongone , With Glocks? That's up to you. Most people do, but I think it voids the warranty.
@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.
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
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
@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.
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
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!
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.
Thanks for the suggestion, I will definitely look into it.
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...
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 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.
@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'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.
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
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.
hey hickok45 i was wondering but are you using you left eyes and pinching your right? even tho your a righty shooter? i try not to do that since i to am a righty shooter but my left i is dominant. i just ordered my 23 gen 4 as well =D
I'm the same way!!! lol Right handed, left eye dominant lol!!! It sucks haha, I trained myself to shoot rifle left handed but still shoot pistol right handed haha
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 ..........................
The best 5 second intro in youtube history!
The thing I noticed was the gen 4 threw the brass some to the side and some back toward the shooter.
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.
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 ?
Excellent video, Hickok45!!! I own a generation 3 Glock 23C, and I've wondered how much of a difference there was between the generations in how they shoot. BTW, if you are considering doing another comparison video, I would love to find out if you think there is any difference between the compensated models and the regular models in how they shoot (muzzle flip and felt recoil).
I’ve seen a 23c their so nice and they discontinued them so resell adds a few hundred
SWEEEEET ! I can't wait for the Ruger SR9c Chapter 2 Video ...... you just made my day Mr. Hickok. Life Is Good !
perfect size, i like the 40. love my 23
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
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!!
Hickock, you should call this series The Gong Show. Thumbs up.
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?
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.
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.
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.
@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.
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.
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.
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.
Great vid Hickok, I have a gen 3 glock 23. It feels the best in my hand. Perfection is their slogan.
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.
Thanks for sharing some more Hickok knowledge..
@lhusby , Thus far I like it. I need to get another and not cut it up so badly.
your camera is incredible, at the beginning when you are shooting the gong I could see the rounds impacting
@jimkressin , I think all those things are the same.
@hickok45 I have sir, and it's a good video, but in light of gen 4 controversy, I thought a group accuracy vid comparing two generations of G23's would be interesting.
They have also put the "older style" finish in the newer Gen 3 glocks as well, just picked a new 23 a few weeks ago and was pleasantly surprised. Didn't know if you or not, just thought i would spread that info for anyone who was wondering.
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
Hickok cracks me up. Great vids
I've shot the Gen 2,3, and 4 Glock 23's and there is definately a noticeable difference in the 2 and 4 23's. My conclusion was that it is because of the extra weight due to the compound recoil spring in the Gen 4. And it also feels better when shooting it due to the gen 4 having the finger grooves. This may not make that much of a difference to some but for the few like yourself that shoot almost religiously it'll be more noticeable. I carry the Gen 3 G23 and love it. By far my favorite gun.
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 ..
the recoil on the gen 4 was a tad lighter if you watch it again your black sleeve on your sweatshirt didn't shake as much as the gen 2. keep making the great videos
Robber: *breathes in hickock45’s house* Hickock45: “The poor fool.”
Now that's how a video should be started! Man, Blast that drum!
Thanks, that was a nice look at the two gen's.
@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.
Hey Hickok45,
Just wondering why you haven't done any reviews on the M&P series by Smith and Wesson?
You can pretty much buy em everywhere online even on Amazon. Go to cheaper than dirt, Brownells or Buds etc.
Best video intro I've seen. "Whoa, a poet don't know it." Get some, Hickok45!
@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!
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.
You, sir, are master of guns!
Always a pleasure to watch your videos.
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?
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.
best purchased I made g23 gen4. nice feel on the hand and manageable recoil.
thank mr hickok45 for all your demonstration videos , i enjoy them very much. i have watch them over and over again for wanting to get me a glock 19 gen 4 , glock 23 gen 4 and glock 26 gen 4. still undecided which one i want and comfortable with. I want light weight as possible, accuracy , power, less failure maybe long range. what your comment /anyone can comment on this as well
@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. :-)
This is the first hickok45 video I've watched. Watched it sometime back. I happen to own the Glock 23 gen 3. You're comparing the gen 2 with the gen 4. Is my gen 3 going to be quite similar to the gen 2?
Gen 4 is just perfect. I hated glocks until I held my gen 4 in the gun shop. I held it as I was trading in a 38 special and all I could say was "wow." It felt natural and it just felt like I had a whole lot of gun in my hands. I shot it for the first time and it had less kick than my 38 special, and my 40 cal S&W SD40VE. Wonderful gun and this is one that isn't getting sold :)
From what I understand... If you want the 19 get a Gen 3, if you want a 23 get the Gen 4 ( have the G23 Gen 4).... Coming from somebody who use to shoot often but now only shoots occasionally, shooting the 40 for the first time in about 8 years was rather eye opening. If you don't shoot often get the 19, if you shoot often get the 23! You won't be disappointed either way though.
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'm a new subscriber.. And I was wondering, who films your videos? Is it your wife? Because in your Christmas video it was a woman filming I believe.
This is off subject, but I was curious: Have you ever went to shoot a gun at a safe direction to check if theres anything in the chamber and actually fired a bullet?
Hey Hickok what brand ammo do you shoot? You seem to shot a lot and the 40 ammo here in town is kinda expensive maybe you can let me know if you buy in bulk or from a certain store. And by the way you are pretty awesome with that firearm sir.
Love the vids Hickok. I'm a new Glock owner, a 17. But, been shooting rifles and shotguns my whole life. 40 something now. After buying the 17 on advice because it felt the best in my hand at the time, I've grown concerned that there is no way I'm gonna want to carry this everyday. And, that's why I bought it. I'm training, and will get my CC permit in a couple weeks. So I want the 23. That's what brought me to this video. Should I be looking to get the Gen 4 23, and what's your take on the C?
Hey Mr. Hickok, quick question: First and only gun for concealed carry and home protection. 19 gen4 or 23 gen4 ?
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
After watching Hickok's vid I did a search and just purchased a G23 gen 2 in very good condition. I like it better than the generation 3 with the rail. No generation 4's here in Cali-10 Round-Fornia.
How do you like the cross breed holster? Could you maybe do a short video on it? I've been thinking about getting one. I'm worried about the kydex retention wearing the finish on my 1911.