I Had to Call the Cops on My Glock… It Got Outta Hand

Published on November 11, 2025
Duration: 15:37

This review focuses on the Glock 27 chambered in .40 S&W, highlighting significant ergonomic challenges and shooting discomfort experienced by the presenter. Despite the firearm functioning reliably with zero malfunctions, the reviewer found the pistol's configuration to be 'abusive' and 'not fun' due to excessive effort required to shoot and discomfort in the hands, particularly the 'Glock knuckle' effect. The X-Grip extension offered some improvement, but overall, the reviewer expressed a strong dislike for the pistol's feel and configuration.

Quick Summary

The Glock 27 in .40 S&W is criticized for significant ergonomic issues, including the 'Glock knuckle' effect and a difficult magazine release, leading to an 'abusive' and 'not fun' shooting experience. Despite zero malfunctions, the reviewer found the pistol's configuration required too much effort to shoot.

Chapters

  1. 00:22Cold Weather Conditions
  2. 00:31Safe Shooting Environment
  3. 00:47Glock 27 in .40 Caliber
  4. 01:18Glock 27 Ergonomics Assessment
  5. 01:40Slide Serrations & Sights
  6. 01:44X-Grip Extension
  7. 01:49Gen 3 Features
  8. 01:53Magazine Release Complaint
  9. 02:02Barrel Length & Weight Specs
  10. 02:35Opinion-Based Shooting
  11. 02:56First Magazine with X-Grip
  12. 03:40Recoil Impression
  13. 04:02Grip Discomfort with X-Grip
  14. 04:13Flush Magazine Test
  15. 04:35Slide Lock Difficulty
  16. 05:24Gloves for Comfort
  17. 06:16Shooting with Gloves
  18. 06:30Magazine Insertion & Slide Forward
  19. 07:04Improved Comfort with Gloves
  20. 07:42Effort to Shoot
  21. 08:19Overall Negative Impression
  22. 08:28Caliber vs. Configuration
  23. 08:46Criticism of Pistol Design
  24. 09:06Revisiting X-Grip
  25. 09:33Too Much Round for Compact
  26. 09:46Takes Too Much Effort
  27. 10:02Frustration with Cold
  28. 10:12Respect for Cold-Weather Shooters
  29. 10:19Florida Cold Snap
  30. 10:38Magazine Release Issue
  31. 10:46Improvements Over Time
  32. 11:14Finger Grooves Enjoyment
  33. 11:26Desire for Full Grip
  34. 11:44Hand Pain and Stress
  35. 12:04Overcompensating Feeling
  36. 12:20Back to X-Grip
  37. 12:29Preference for Full-Size Pistols
  38. 12:57Glock Knuckle Impact
  39. 13:34Final Verdict on Glock 27
  40. 13:44Absolute Hate for the Pistol
  41. 13:59Range Experience Goals
  42. 14:29Just Hurt
  43. 14:35Not a Fan
  44. 14:50Viewer Feedback Request
  45. 15:09Reliability Acknowledgment
  46. 15:29Personal Dislike

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main ergonomic issues with the Glock 27 in .40 S&W?

The primary ergonomic complaints include the 'Glock knuckle' effect where the trigger guard digs into the shooter's finger, a difficult magazine release, and a general feeling of discomfort and excessive effort required to shoot the pistol, even with an X-Grip extension.

Does the X-Grip extension improve the Glock 27's ergonomics?

The X-Grip extension helps eliminate the 'pinky hangoff' on the compact Glock 27, but it can also cause pinching in the palm of the hand. While it offers some improvement, it doesn't fully resolve the ergonomic challenges for the reviewer.

How reliable is the Glock 27 based on this review?

Despite significant ergonomic complaints, the Glock 27 performed flawlessly during the review, demonstrating zero malfunctions. The reviewer acknowledges that the firearm 'works' as intended in terms of function.

What are the technical specifications of the Glock 27 mentioned?

The Glock 27 reviewed has a barrel length of 3.43 inches, a loaded weight of 26.7 oz, and an empty weight of 21 oz. It is chambered in .40 S&W and is a Gen 3 model.

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