Whats up with the 34?

Published on July 1, 2024
Duration: 5:36

Ben Stoeger discusses his continued use of the Glock 34, explaining it's a legacy choice from the iron sight era due to its longer sight radius. He notes that with red dot optics, preferences have shifted towards shorter slide/recoil spring combinations like the Glock 45 and 47 for a quicker, more precise recoil impulse. While he doesn't recommend buying new Glock 34s, he acknowledges their reliability and performance, with some of his models having seen over 100,000 rounds.

Quick Summary

Competitive shooter Ben Stoeger explains his continued use of the Glock 34 is a legacy choice from the iron sight era, where its longer slide offered a better sight radius. However, with red dot optics, preferences have shifted to models like the Glock 45 and 47 for their quicker recoil impulse. While reliable, he doesn't recommend buying new Glock 34s today.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: The Glock 34 Discussion
  2. 00:12Ben Stoeger's Glock 34 Usage
  3. 00:30Glock 34 Modifications and Round Count
  4. 01:11Why the Glock 34? The Question Explained
  5. 01:21Modern Glock Models: 45 and 47
  6. 01:38Legacy of the Glock 34: Iron Sight Era
  7. 01:56Sight Radius Advantage with Iron Sights
  8. 02:21Red Dot Era and Shifting Preferences
  9. 02:35Recoil Impulse and Shorter Springs
  10. 03:03Why Ben Still Shoots 34s
  11. 03:13Future Purchases: No More Glock 34s
  12. 03:33Not an Endorsement: Don't Buy a 34
  13. 04:01Hindsight: Would He Buy a 34 Today?
  14. 04:10Marginal Differences: 34 vs. Shorter Slides
  15. 04:36Glock 34s Are Not Bad, Just Outdated for Him
  16. 04:56High Round Count on Glock 34s
  17. 05:16Final Thoughts: Reliability vs. Modern Preference
  18. 05:20Preference for 45 or 47
  19. 05:30Call for Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did competitive shooters historically prefer the Glock 34?

Historically, the Glock 34 was favored in competition due to its longer slide, which provided a greater sight radius. This increased distance between the front and rear sights allowed for more precise alignment, making it easier to achieve accurate shots, especially when using iron sights.

How has the advent of red dot sights changed pistol preferences?

With red dot sights, the advantage of a longer sight radius is significantly reduced. Shooter preferences have shifted towards firearms with shorter slides and recoil springs, like the Glock 45 or 47, which offer a quicker and more precise recoil impulse.

Is the Glock 34 still a good pistol for modern shooting?

While Ben Stoeger acknowledges the Glock 34's reliability and high round counts (some exceeding 100,000), he personally wouldn't buy new ones. He finds modern alternatives like the Glock 45 or 47 offer a better shooting experience with red dot optics due to their recoil impulse.

What is the main reason Ben Stoeger still uses Glock 34s?

Ben Stoeger's continued use of the Glock 34 is primarily a legacy choice. He has a significant number of them that are performing well, and he tends to use what works rather than constantly upgrading, especially since the performance difference with newer models is marginal for him.

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