PNWguy Posted September 13, 2017 Share Posted September 13, 2017 Picking up a new G19 Gen 4 FS to shoot in GSSF. For Unlimited, was thinking of picking up an aftermarket barrel. Was wanting something that helped reduce recoil. I recall that Lone Wolf used to have extended length barrels with two ports on the end. Can't seem to find them now. Any other ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PNWguy Posted September 13, 2017 Author Share Posted September 13, 2017 Found a Stormlake barrel that looks like it should do the trick. $139 on Ebay... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njl Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 I don't know that just porting the barrel will cause issues, but on an extended threaded barrel with a comp, you need a heavier load just to make the gun cycle. It kind of defeats the purpose if you have to run a higher powered load to make the comp work...unless you're using the comp to tame a heavier load. For example, a minor PF 185gr JHP load that runs just fine in a stock G30 or G21 won't even cycle enough to extract/eject the brass when fired from a comp'd 6" LW G21 barrel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonS Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 "The GLOCK 19C Gen4 marks the first time a compact C pistol has been offered as part of the Gen 4 family. The GLOCK 19C Gen4 is equipped with integral barrel ports which optimize performance during rapid firing allowing the shooter to get back on target quicker. Additional benefits are reduced muzzle flip and felt recoil. The GLOCK 19C Gen4 also features the Modular Back Strap system, which allows shooters to customize the pistol's grip to accommodate any hand size, Gen4 rough textured technology on the frame, and a dual recoil spring assembly. The G19C Gen4 9x19mm pistol also retains the GLOCK accessory rail for accessory attachments." Glock.com If I wanted ports, I'd get this. But YMMV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PNWguy Posted September 19, 2017 Author Share Posted September 19, 2017 The gun functions fine with a variety of ammo, but the barrel, so far, is less accurate than the stock one. It is odd. This gun will not group with certain ammo no matter the barrel. Blazer Brass 124gr shots around an 8" group at 25yds. With Remington UMC 124gr, 115gr, and WWB 115gr, it will do between 2 1/8" to 3". Best the Storm Lake barrel will do is 3". Part of it may be the awful trigger; worst Glock trigger I've ever experienced. Polished it last night and did some work and it is a little better, but still noticeably worse than my stock G29 trigger. I will try to simply shoot it more and see if it's just me. Might have just been an off day at the range. Might also try reloading for 9mm and see if some target loads with Hornady bullets yields tighter groups. Or might just buy a new Glock trigger group and see if that helps. The goal is consistent 2" groups at 25yds with off-the-shelf ammo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ede Posted May 20, 2018 Share Posted May 20, 2018 Go with KKM and a 3 or 4 port comp with a couple bleeders. Should run well with +P or NATO ammo, maybe not bulk. Running a comp requires matching ammo to your combination to keep gun flat and reliable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey45 Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 I'd be a little concerned with reliability using a ported barrel with most factory ammo. Most range grade ammo doesn't create the volume of gas needed to run a ported or comped barrel in an otherwise stock 9mm. If you plan to run reloads, you could build a load specifically for it tho. Good luck. s45 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PNWguy Posted June 30, 2018 Author Share Posted June 30, 2018 Sold the G19 for $50 more than I paid for it to a guy that had to have the FS model. Replaced it with a G35. The 35 is still stock other than sights and some trigger work. Still won't group as well as my G29. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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