AutomaticJack wrote:
The 19x has a marksman level barrel so it's actually more accurate than either the 17 or the 19. With the 17 frame you get 2 more rounds over the 19. Remember, it was conceived for use by a group that doesn't conceal carry, and is now marketed to people who won't either. I'm guessing it will be a very successful gun for Glock.
Putting a match grade barrel in the 19X will only add marginal accuracy benefits most of which are negligible unless you go out past 25 yards.
See here: https://primaryandsecondary.com/...s3f-zev-wilson.1727/
In addition, those benefits are offset by two huge factors: 1) The shorter barrel of the 19 vs the 17. 2) The shorter sight picture of the 19 vs the 17. Thus, it is highly unlikely the 19X is more accurate than the 17. The added length of the barrel/slide on the 17 will increase accuracy more than a match grade barrel on the 19. This is the reason competition shooters go with the 17L or the 34.
EDIT TO ADD: The added weight of the 17 slide over the 19 will reduce muzzle rise and perceived kick-back, thus making the 17 more accurate for follow-up shots than the 19.
If accuracy is your biggest concern, go with the 17 with a match grade barrel (or the 17L or 34).
Using a 17 frame and a 19 slide makes no sense. You mention the extra 2 rounds. Well, you can use a Glock 17 mag in a Glock 19. If you want the extra grip, use a 17 mag with a grip extender. That way, you have all the benefits of the 17 frame for grip and capacity, but can still use it in compact mode if you desire.
You mention the Glock MHS was designed for military personnel who do not conceal carry. Correct. So, why not go with the Glock 17 and get the added accuracy? Also, one of the biggest reasons the FBI went with the Glock 19 size (and why many police departments are moving the the Glock 19 size) is because the Glock 19 fits far more people than the Glock 17. Again, if you open carry in the military and want more rounds, go with the mag extender. If you need a bigger grip, go with the 17 mags and a grip extender.
Finally, we are talking about the civilian version of the MHS, which will be the Glock 19X. To whom is that being marketed? Why would you want that? What civilians are going to regularly open carry? If you are going to regularly open carry and need a bigger grip, why not go with the more accurate 17?
Given all the factors I list above, I cannot see any logical reason why anyone would prefer the 19X to the alternatives.
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