Learn About Personal Defense Pistols From Experts
Glock has become synonymous with personal defense pistols in recent years, and for good reason. One of the top selling brands for civilians, Glock’s pistols are also trusted by professionals in law enforcement, security services and the military, and Glock offers several different options to suit someone’s preferences and/or the situation where the gun is to be used.
The 30 model is Glock’s subcompact .45 caliber pistol, and it has been a staple of personal defense catalogs for many years. Now on its third generation design, the Glock 30 is a fine choice for people who are seeking a .45 caliber handgun for personal defense or for sport.
We put the Glock 30’s latest model in the hands of our seasoned gun instructors and asked for their opinion on how it stacks up to comparable models in its class. In this article, you will find a summation of their feedback along with some general information about the gun and how it operates. The goal is to help you decide if the 30 should be in your list of guns to consider purchasing if you’re in the market.
Before we jump into the gun review, we want to tell you a little about who we are. Our facility is home to the finest tactical shooting ranges and simulators in the area, and we also house a stocked store of firearms, ammo and accessories. In addition to out state of the art ranges, we also host courses for people of all skill levels with the goal of passing on our passion of responsible gun ownership to the next generation of gun owners.
Our team of instructors is made up of people who are passionate about effective and safe gun use, and they are all NRA-certified to teach gun educational courses. Many of our instructors have military or law enforcement experience, so you’re learning from the best. Read on for their thoughts on the Glock 30.
The 30 boasts a magazine capacity of 10, a 3.75” barrel and is made of a steel slide with a polymer grip. The pistol is made with a right-handed design, so keep this in mind if you are left handed. Because the barrel is slightly longer, you can add custom laser sights, lights and other customization options if you desire.
Our team found the gun’s size and feel to be ideal for personal defense. With a safe action trigger system and weight of just under two lbs when loaded, it’s a solid-feeling firearm with a smooth rack and comfortable grip. The finger grooves help make gripping the pistol natural, and the handle design helps keep recoil to a minimum, making it easy to fire multiple rounds accurately.
This isn’t a gun designed for everyday carry, but for a firearm to keep handy with plenty of stopping power the 30 is an ideal choice.
Want to learn more about the Glock 30 or any other gun on the market today? Stop by our gun range any time and meet with our expert staff, we’re here to be your go-to for all things guns in the Phoenix area.
