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Glock 17 vs. Glock 19?

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john32:
I am thinking about getting a Glock 17 or a Glock 19.
What are some of the differences I should be aware of? 
How much for a new Glock 19 gen 4?

CustomSatellite:
I sell g17 or g19 g4s for the same price. The g19 is slightly more compact but overall both are good choices. I carry a g22 daily and although I prefer the 40 for reasons beat into me in the mid 90s I still shoot the g17 and 19 very well and wouldn't hesitate to use either as a carry weapon. Hope that helps.

gsd:
New Gen4 will run you about $545-ish.

Les:
Depending on what you're using it for, both are good choices. 

depserv:
If you intend to carry it concealed the smaller one is a lot better, depending on how you carry it; some guys say they carry a full size Glock concealed just fine, but for most of us I think smaller is better.  There is no significant loss of power in the smaller one.  The shorter handle has a slightly smaller magazine capacity (15 vs 17).  But the smaller one will take the bigger magazines, so if you carry extra magazines, which I recommend, carry the bigger ones.

If you intend to carry it in the open and concealment is not a factor and you are certain it never will be, might as well get the bigger one. 

I carry a 27 (subcompact .40 caliber), with extra full size magazines.  The subcompact is a little harder to shoot, but if you practice with it enough (which you should do) you should be able to use it effectively.  I'll go out to the range and fire off four or five boxes of 9mm out of my Glock 19 and also shoot a magazine-ful or so out of my 27 and there is no difference in shot placement (no practical difference anyway).

My 19 is my workhorse practice pistol.  I've probably run thirty thousand rounds through it and it still has a lot of life left in it.  I bought it as a police trade-in.  This is a good option if cost is an issue.  Last time I talked to Logan Smith of Smith Arms and Ammo he had a list of police trade-ins that he can get for a good price.  That was over a year ago but it wouldn't hurt to check.  If cost is not an issue, might as well buy a brand new one.

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