Thoughts on the Glock 19x?

[GmanVP9]

So I'm interested in a Glock. I know there is the 17 and the 19 as the two most popular and reliable 9 mm out there. But also doing some research I know they have the Glock 19 X which is sort of a combination of the 19 and the 17. I personally wish it was kind of backwards with the 17 slide on the 19 frame, if that makes sense. But for those who owned the 19 X what are your thoughts?

[HeavyDuty]

Don’t forget to look at the 45 if you like the 19X.

[JCN]

I have a 19x and I would rather have a 45 because of the magwell lips

[Caballoflaco]

So I'm interested in a Glock. I know there is the 17 and the 19 as the two most popular and reliable 9 mm out there. But also doing some research I know they have the Glock 19 X which is sort of a combination of the 19 and the 17. I personally wish it was kind of backwards with the 17 slide on the 19 frame, if that makes sense. But for those who owned the 19 X what are your thoughts?

Some light reading:

https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?33350-Glock-G45-19X-19-MOS-for-2019-and-beyond

https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?40514-Glock-45-vs-Sig-P320

https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?41103-Glock-17-MOS-vs-Glock-45-MOS

https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?47773-Glock-19-or-45

[rangerover]

I really like mine. I need the 17 size grip. I wear mine AIWB and appreciate the shorter slide. Probably the only Glock I own that I’ve never considered selling or modifying

[GmanVP9]

Don’t forget to look at the 45 if you like the 19X.

Oh gosh as a total Glock noob, whats a 45?

[Caballoflaco]

Oh gosh as a total Glock noob, whats a 45?

https://us.glock.com/en/pistols/g45

[blues]

Oh gosh as a total Glock noob, whats a 45?

You might try looking it up in Google (https://www.google.com/search?q=glock+45&rlz=1CAYGYA_enUS967&oq=glock+45&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i433i512j0i512j0i433i512j0i512l 6.2324j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8)...

[JSGlock34]

I prefer the Glock 45 for the aforementioned magwell and because you can get it with MOS (no such luck with the G19X). You can even get a G45 MOS with FDE frame...
https://www.riflegear.com/images/product/large/14568.jpg

[1Rangemaster]

Oh gosh as a total Glock noob, whats a 45?

The GLOCK numbering system is generally sequential chronologically. That is when a new model comes out, a new number comes up. Exception is the 19X(“Crossover” in their marketing) which is a commercial version of one of the military submissions. It has a 17 sized frame with a 19 length slide. No provision for mounting an optic.
G45-same size dimensions-is in black, with an optic ready(MOS) version-G45MOS. On a timeline, it came after the rimfire G44.
It’s my current choice for a duty sized piece with an optic. I have both-prefer the G45. If you don’t want to get into the dot life, just put irons of your choice on it. The 19X won’t take GEN5 mags with an extended lip; works fine with regular base plates.
For me, I don’t note the shorter sight radius with a dot. I’ve kept both on a “C”sized steel silhouette out to 50 yards. Passed quals with both, etc.
My issue G45 runs an optic, currently a 1st gen ACRO, FWIW.

[WobblyPossum]

So I'm interested in a Glock. I know there is the 17 and the 19 as the two most popular and reliable 9 mm out there. But also doing some research I know they have the Glock 19 X which is sort of a combination of the 19 and the 17. I personally wish it was kind of backwards with the 17 slide on the 19 frame, if that makes sense. But for those who owned the 19 X what are your thoughts?

If you want the opposite kind of hybrid (Glock 17 length slide with Glock 19 height frame) wait for the Glock 49 to come out. Larry Vickers posted a photo of one. It’s exactly what you’re looking for but there’s no public ally announced US release date yet.

[GearFondler]

If you want the opposite kind of hybrid (Glock 17 length slide with Glock 19 height frame) wait for the Glock 49 to come out. Larry Vickers posted a photo of one. It’s exactly what you’re looking for but there’s no public ally announced US release date yet.Oooh.... That will make a lot of people happy if they ever release it.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220522/37fa5a8f17dd962e05de80e8fb8239cd.jpg

[Jason M]

The biggest mechanical advantage held by the 45 over the 19X is the addition of the breach face cut. Makes extraction and subsequently, ejection more positive. The 19X looks cool but the function is what wins. I choose the 45.

[HeavyDuty]

Oooh.... That will make a lot of people happy if they ever release it.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220522/37fa5a8f17dd962e05de80e8fb8239cd.jpg

I really think I would like this.

[Duelist]

I have a 19x and I would rather have a 45 because of the magwell lips


I really like mine. I need the 17 size grip. I wear mine AIWB and appreciate the shorter slide. Probably the only Glock I own that I’ve never considered selling or modifying

I'm with rangerover: I really, really like my 19X and actually prefer the lip below the frontstrap (some people have cut theirs off to accommodate Gen 5 floorplates) because I don't get my pinky pinched on reloads. I like the shorter slide for reduced pinching IWB or AIWB.

I could be happy with a 45, though.

[Kirk]

G45 > 19X because of the magwell lips and it comes with MOS.

[steve]

I have a 19X and 45. If I could only have one it would be the 45 due to all mags being interchangeable. If that wasn't an issue I would opt for the 19x. The front grip turns more which fits my hand better at the bottom: as a result my grip is tighter and I shoot it better. Other than that the G45 is the choice.

[Super77]

The biggest mechanical advantage held by the 45 over the 19X is the addition of the breach face cut. Makes extraction and subsequently, ejection more positive. The 19X looks cool but the function is what wins. I choose the 45.

This is the right answer.

[call_me_ski]

I carry a 19X everyday, at least until my 43X MOS arrives at my dealer. I think it is the perfect of the double stack 9mm Glocks.

The 45 is the slightly updated version that is available with an MOS cut. For that reason I would recommend a 45 MOS instead of a 19X. Along with the aforementioned breach face cut on the 45 to force better ejection. My 17 G5 MOS launches empties into space.

[M2CattleCo]

The biggest mechanical advantage held by the 45 over the 19X is the addition of the breach face cut. Makes extraction and subsequently, ejection more positive. The 19X looks cool but the function is what wins. I choose the 45.

This. If you enjoy hot brass falling down your shirt and occasionally getting stuck in your glasses, the 19X will not disappoint.

Otherwise the 45 is the better choice if you want a 19 with a longer grip.

[Sammy1]

I have a 45 and 19X. The 45 is probably better but I love my 19X.

[JHC]

I have a 45 and 19X. The 45 is probably better but I love my 19X.

I too have both a G45 and 19X and in their triggers, handling, accuracy and performance they've been identical twins. The G45 kicks brass farther for sure. But I've not gotten any BTF etc with the 19X.

[Rex G]

So I'm interested in a Glock. I know there is the 17 and the 19 as the two most popular and reliable 9 mm out there. But also doing some research I know they have the Glock 19 X which is sort of a combination of the 19 and the 17. I personally wish it was kind of backwards with the 17 slide on the 19 frame, if that makes sense. But for those who owned the 19 X what are your thoughts?

The G19x and the G45 make plenty of sense, to me, because my aging right hand needs a full-sized Glock grip, for orthopedic reasons. The “heel” of the grip needs to make firm contact with the “heel bone” of my right hand. This means a G17-sized grip is necessary, nowadays. (I traded-away three G19 pistols, in 2020, because they had started hurting me, in 2017, and 2020 was a good time to sell/trade pistols.) The shorter barrel/slide are nice, because they “clear leather” just a bit quicker, which is especially nice if carrying IWB.

Notably, I never noticed a practical difference in conceal-ability, between the G17 and G19, so, had usually carried a G17, due to the noticeably better accuracy potential and “shoot-ability.” That full-length grip is what I believe made the most difference, in shoot-ability, by helping me to attain a consistent grip, and, grip length is not what makes a Glock difficult for me to conceal, anyway. To get enough of a difference in conceal-ability, to matter, I needed to drop all the way down to a “baby” Glock, and I now only shoot “baby” Glocks with my healthier left hand. That same firm contact with the “heel bone” of the hand, with a G17-sized grip frame, amounts to an added point of contact. So, I believe that I would prefer a G19x/G45, to a regular G19, regardless of the “aching old man” factor.

[GmanVP9]

Oooh.... That will make a lot of people happy if they ever release it.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220522/37fa5a8f17dd962e05de80e8fb8239cd.jpg

Thats awesome! Thanks guys. I wonder if it'll have an MOS like the 45?

[1Rangemaster]

That image does not have a plate at rear of slide. Also, as someone noted earlier, no announcement of availability here in US.
G45MOS if you’re in the market now…

[Trukinjp13]

Mirror what has been said. The 19x was cool but my 45mos was the better gun.

And also there is just some special sauce in the g17 grip and g19 slide length. Dang thing just shoots, especially with a dot.


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[hiro]

Thats awesome! Thanks guys. I wonder if it'll have an MOS like the 45?

What you referenced in your original post, 17 length slide with a 19 length grip is also known as a 17K or 19L

It's been talked about a fair bit here but a while ago, have a look here (https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?6186-Glock-grip-chops) or here (https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?19042-Anyone-prefer-Glock-17-cut-to-accept-Glock-19-mags-over-a-Glock-19) or search for Glock grip chop.

[HeavyDuty]

What you referenced in your original post, 17 length slide with a 19 length grip is also known as a 17K or 19L

It's been talked about a fair bit here but a while ago, have a look here (https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?6186-Glock-grip-chops) or here (https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?19042-Anyone-prefer-Glock-17-cut-to-accept-Glock-19-mags-over-a-Glock-19) or search for Glock grip chop.

I wouldn’t bother with a chop if the 49 is on the horizon.

[hiro]

I wouldn’t bother with a chop if the 49 is on the horizon.

With the options now available and with the move to PMO, I wouldn't chop either but till the 49 is released, a chopped 17 would answer the original question. Is it the best option? Hard to say unless we knew more about the shooter.

[Mjolnir]

This. If you enjoy hot brass falling down your shirt and occasionally getting stuck in your glasses, the 19X will not disappoint.

Otherwise the 45 is the better choice if you want a 19 with a longer grip.

Never experienced that with any of mine. I also replace Glock’s MIM extractor with the Apex part and they extract like SIG P226 pistols. Seems like your ejector may be ever so slightly long??

[Mjolnir]

I actually prefer the 19X because the slide surface finish is more coarse and makes it much easier to rack the slide and I like the front lip.

However, if there was ever a “two year grid down” scenario it would be the Model 45 because of magazine compatibility.

[G19Fan]

I actually prefer the 19X because the slide surface finish is more coarse and makes it much easier to rack the slide and I like the front lip.

However, if there was ever a “two year grid down” scenario it would be the Model 45 because of magazine compatibility.

Agreed, this is why my buddy cut the front lip off his

[4RNR]

This. If you enjoy hot brass falling down your shirt and occasionally getting stuck in your glasses, the 19X will not disappoint.

Otherwise the 45 is the better choice if you want a 19 with a longer grip.Have not had this issue. I replace nothing

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[call_me_ski]

I actually prefer the 19X because the slide surface finish is more coarse and makes it much easier to rack the slide and I like the front lip.

However, if there was ever a “two year grid down” scenario it would be the Model 45 because of magazine compatibility.

I had a problem with surface rust on my 19x. Never a problem on any of the other Gen 5 guns I have.

[Nephrology]

Oooh.... That will make a lot of people happy if they ever release it.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220522/37fa5a8f17dd962e05de80e8fb8239cd.jpg

Weird that it doesn't have MOS cuts

[WobblyPossum]

Weird that it doesn't have MOS cuts

I’d be surprised if they don’t release two versions (non-MOS and MOS) like with most models. The only gun I can think of that’s MOS only is the Gen5 G34. There are a few guns recently released guns that are non-MOS only like the G19X but most models that have come out in the past few years seem to have both options available.

[Nephrology]

I’d be surprised if they don’t release two versions (non-MOS and MOS) like with most models. The only gun I can think of that’s MOS only is the Gen5 G34. There are a few guns recently released guns that are non-MOS only like the G19X but most models that have come out in the past few years seem to have both options available.

That makes sense. Imagine we'll see both versions whenever this is released.