LEO and backup firearms

[dmarsh8]

+1 on the baby glock as a backup, if you are issued a FS Glock.
G27 for G22, G30 for G21, or G26 for G17

This ^^keep it simple and familiar.

 

[poberly]

Thanks for the insight guys. I like the idea of having a backup that accepts the same mags as the primary firearm. I will keep my eye on the forums for a g27. Does anyone know what the Leo discount would be on one compared to normal price? I can be pm'd with that info if preferred. I don't have the money at the minute to drop $500 on one.

 

[VUPDblue]

I think the blue label price on a G27 is like $389 or thereabouts.

 

[rp8]

I'm preferable to a Kahr P380 in a vest or pocket holster.

 

[GlockRock]

Blue label prices on 9/40/357 are 398.20 + tax.

 

[xM3RC1L3SS1x]

+1 on the baby glock as a backup, if you are issued a FS Glock.
G27 for G22, G30 for G21, or G26 for G17

I am also for the baby Glock

 

[STEEL CORE]

$398.20 Gen 3 all day long if they have them:

Steven R. Jenkins Company

 

[Tyler-The-Piker]

FWIW, the last Glock 27 that I bought was from an officer
who had recently been given the option of a 42 for his BUG.
he bought one, trained with it, and qualified with it and
said he couldn't believe how much he liked the 42...
so he decided to sell his 27.
YMMV

 

[hpclayto]

Baby version of whatever your duty gun is as others have said. G27 for me. I use a Desantis Apache, it's the best ankle holster IMO, the most low profile, doesn't have much padding but its on my boot so it's no big deal. I haven't had any issues with it yet. I've considered getting something like this as well The Original Bug Pocket - Unless you tell, no one will ever know - 562 756 4239

 

[ticktwrter]

I have carried a variety of back up guns during my career. Simple if your friend. I currently carry a S&W 642 hammerless in a belly band type holster under my shirt. I have carried ankle holster before with no problems just takes getting used to. If you go that way, I'd recomment the Galco Ankle Glove. The important thing is to carry a back up gun!

 

[sbond]

J frame .38 Smith model 60 SS on my ankle for 36 years now.

 

[poberly]

Originally, I planned on a revolver as a backup. It's what I grew up believing in. The first time I considered a semi auto was when someone suggested the g27, which seems like a very logical idea. The idea that my magazine is interchangeable is an awesome design on glocks part. I had my eye on a taurus ultra lite 38+p. what do you guys think? I would really like a s&w 686 but it's not in my price range.

 

[poberly]

What do you guys think about this pistol? Has anyone shot one or had any other experience with an European American Armory firearm? Thanks

EAA Windicator Revolver .357 Magnum 2" Barrel 6 Rounds Rubber Grips Steel Frame Blue Finish 770130

 

[STEEL CORE]

Like hpclay, I liked the G-27 in a De Santis "APACHE" over my left boot, and like tick said, wear it every time.

 

[45fan]

Originally, I planned on a revolver as a backup. It's what I grew up believing in. The first time I considered a semi auto was when someone suggested the g27, which seems like a very logical idea. The idea that my magazine is interchangeable is an awesome design on glocks part. I had my eye on a taurus ultra lite 38+p. what do you guys think? I would really like a s&w 686 but it's not in my price range.

Lots of the older generation will still swear by their J-frame sized revolvers for a BUG, as that was the gold standard up until not so long ago. My dad, way back when he first put on a uniform, couldnt afford much of anything as a back up. His first BUG was a 38 derringer that he found to hold him over until he could afford something more reasonable as a BUG. If you have a Kel-Tec, and you are comfortable with it, use it until you can afford the one you want. Not that the Taurus ultra light wouldnt work, but if you are looking for a G27, the price tag on the Taurus will set you back to almost $0 before you start to save up for the Glock. The .380 is less than optimal, but then, so would a 38 Special given that your primary is a G22.

 

[j706]

What do you guys think about this pistol? Has anyone shot one or had any other experience with an European American Armory firearm? Thanks

EAA Windicator Revolver .357 Magnum 2" Barrel 6 Rounds Rubber Grips Steel Frame Blue Finish 770130

I would not even consider that for any serous carry and use.

 

[USMC-Johnson]

Plus i think the windicator will way more than the G27 anyways

 

[deputydawg39]

Yes always carry a back up I carry g27 on my ankle, you'll get used to it never leave home without it