I was wondering about this. I've fired a Delta Elite in 10mm and it kicks pretty hard, I couldn't imagine using it very effectively in rapid follow-up shots. I've never fired a 29, but I can imagine it beating the hell out of your hand.
Has anyone ever fired one of these or heard of someone carrying one? I can't figure out why they designed a subcompact in this calibre, but obviously some people must buy it. I just can't see it being very effective.
2007-03-30 15:59:49 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
10mm can kick, but some folks have the hand strength and more importantly, technique to handle it effectively.
You can't shoot as fast as a 9mm or even a 1911 .45, but if you can shoot straight, shooting fast is a moot skill.
2007-03-31 11:36:17 · answer #1 · answered by DJ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've shot a 29 with full power rounds quite a bit, it's really not bad. I used to think that I could feel the bones in my hand banging together, but with Winchester Silvertip, which is one of the few high power 10mm loads commonly available, I don't get this any more. Maybe something in how I gripped the gun changed? I own a 20 and shoot the range 29 just for a change, I find it just as accurate and totally reliable. I carry the 20 in a paddle holster behind the right hip sometimes, but I'm 6'3" and heavy set. The 29 is the same width and I don't see that it would be that much easier to conceal. In 10 years my 20 has been 100% reliable.
Effective? I have 16 rounds at around 700fpe, there's not much out there that's more effective. I have a Kimber CDP Pro Carry II as well, it's narrower but holds half as many rounds with a lot less energy per round. Believe it or not the Glock 20 is softer to shoot than the Kimber and more accurate too.
2007-03-31 07:15:38 · answer #2 · answered by Chris H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use a Model 20 .10mm regularly. The polymer frame aborbs a lot of the recoil. A friend of mine has a Glock Model 29 and he loves it. I've never fired one but it can't be worse than the Delta Elite (which does have a lot of recoil because of the steel frame). Just keep your thumb and web between thumb and forefinger clear of the slide and you should get used to it after a few magazines.
Good luck.
H
2007-04-01 14:13:49 · answer #3 · answered by H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I have fired one. The recoil is on par with a Colt commander in 45 ACP. The design of the Glocks have made recoil not much of an issue. I have shot the Glock 20 which is a full size 10 mm and it is a dream to shoot.
2007-03-31 18:07:21 · answer #4 · answered by John U 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its efective. i have fired every glock model while i was in the service. some reps were down at one or our ranges leting us play with all there toys. ur right it does kick like a mule. and most subcompacts are designed for woman as purse guns. however i wouldnt buy ur old lady this one. any shooter knows firm grip on your weapon is part of shooting. so all u need is a good firm grip and positive control of the weapon and she fires wonderfully. but if ur wimpy and u dont know what ur doing leave this gun alone.
2007-03-31 05:36:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seems it would be a little tough to hold onto. I fired a guys Glock 45 subcompact ( G30? ) and it was awful. Could hardly hang onto it. He didn't run too many rounds through it either.
2007-03-30 16:12:00 · answer #6 · answered by Papa John 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They make a lot of back-up weapons, these are usually carried for a best last chance. The best comparison I can think of is like the old military rifles with a wood stock and metal buttplate-it might bruise you, but if your life depends on it, you definitely can pull the trigger!
2007-03-30 22:06:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I own one its purpose is for last resort made for close encounters of the unwanted kind 10mm will take any man down. Aka a Belly gun. Its for encounters 10 feet to inches its purpose is not for target shooting.Also fits nice in your back pocket for the those give me your wallet people.
2007-03-31 02:46:41 · answer #8 · answered by Grunt 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
10mm Auto is a beast, I can handle it but much preffer a .40 S&W as they are easier to control for a follow up shot. that should be your first choice if you are looking for a ballistic equivalent.
2007-04-03 07:44:13 · answer #9 · answered by Daniel D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I contacted some of my police buddies and they have 6 on the force that carry such a gun and that's there SWAT team for a backup gun. Just for the extra knock down power.
2007-03-30 17:57:39 · answer #10 · answered by Rambo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋