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2/7/2005 9:36:05 PM EDT
Ok so im a newbie (still waiting for my firearms purchasing permit to come in).  I was thinking about gett ing a glock 17 or 19.  This is my question, i have been researching them for a while and was trying to figure out what their action was.  The glock website states that the action is a "safe action" but dosent compare it to anything.  What gives?  so is it a Double action trigger or a DA to single action trigger or is it just something that i have no idea what i am talking about?  Please help so lost.  Its either the glock or some form of a 1911 clone in 9mm.  Anyhelp would be great.  Thanks guys and gals.
2/7/2005 9:44:29 PM EDT
[#1]
Think of it as a double action only.  
2/7/2005 9:51:36 PM EDT
[#2]
hate to be a PITA but what is the feeling of how it works.  I have no chance to shoot one before i purchase because all of my friends have revolvers and my local range dosent have renting.  Any input would be great
2/7/2005 10:24:53 PM EDT
[#3]
I would contact one of the local clubs and see when they are having a match. I'm sure someone will have a G17 or G19 you could try.


USPSA Area 8 Clubs
IDPA
2/7/2005 10:39:32 PM EDT
[#4]
It's kinda like a revolvers trigger pull, except a lot shorter, and much more "grainier", meaning it's feels kinda rough.  You will feel a point where the pull gets heavier, before the pistol fires.  BTW, 5.5 lb factory trigger pull.
2/7/2005 11:09:12 PM EDT
[#5]
First trigger pull is like a revolver.  However, there is a short trigger reset for the next shots until you release the trigger.

You are best off trying it out as it takes some getting used to.
2/8/2005 8:32:05 AM EDT
[#6]
I can't stand the factory Glock trigger.  All my Glocks are equipped with either Scherer or Ghost Ulitmate 3.5# connectors.  I also polish all metal-to-metal contact areas in the firing mechanism. (takes about five minutes)  

Stage the first shot.  (take up the slack before firing)  As was said above, slowly release the trigger for subsequent shots, until you feel the click of the reset.  Shoot follow-up shots from the reset position.  

With no gunsmithing fees, any consumer can turn a Glock trigger into a pretty decent trigger in just a few minutes and having spent about $15.