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© GLOCK, 2003 The Newsletter of the GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation ® Volume III, 2003 The GLOCK Report ® / Volume III, 2003 page One Inside Inside G LOCK pistols have again, in two “arenas”— the field of sport shooting and the field of real combat— proven their absolute reliability and dependability. Consider these two stories, from two vastly different places on planet Earth. GLOCK: 1st in the sport shooting field. GLOCK pistols have landed in the winner’s circles again! A GLOCK Model 17, in the sure and fast hands of Dave Sevigny, was the top Production pistol in the IPSC Pan American Championships held in Ecuador in October, 2003. Over a total of 24 stages, which tested all aspects of speed and accuracy, Sevigny’s G17 fired over 300 rounds perfectly, with no malfunctions or stoppages of any kind. Read what this National and World champion in several disciplines has to say: “The match itself was in a beautiful country with great people. The stages themselves had very difficult shooting challenges, requiring competitors and their equipment to perform reliably over a week’s worth of shooting. The environment was hot and humid, but the GLOCK 17 didn't miss a beat.” Dave shot this match with a stock GLOCK Model 17 with Heinie fixed sights out of a Ky-Tac holster, accompanied by magazine pouches from the same maker. Dave and another GLOCK model, the G34, absolutely dominated the IDPA National Championships, held in Little Rock, Arkansas this past September. He shot the G34 at “warp speeds” over courses of fire where concealment was required on most, along with other “practical tests,” such as dominant and non-dominant hand shooting, loading and reloading under time and in angles and positions while taking “defensive” cover. What is specifically significant about this National Championship win is that Sevigny and his stock G34 achieved the top score over all other divisions of pistols, including Sigs and Berettas, some customized, and customized 1911 style pistols! The G34 ran flawlessly, resulting in a score that was ahead in double digits, percentage wise, over the next stock gun competitor. Indeed, in 6 recent major shooting competitions, the IPSC World Championships, the IDPA National championships (2001-2003), GLOCK: Champion in Two Arenas page 1 Match Results pages 3-7 New Las Vegas Match! page 7 GSSF League Results page 8 GSSF League Schedule page 8 Member’s Corner pages 9-13 www.GSSFonline.com The GLOCK Report The GLOCK Report ® WIN A GLOCK! WIN A GLOCK! See Page 14 (Continued on page 2) www.GSSFonline.com GLOCK PISTOLS THE CHAMPION IN TWO ARENAS A WORLD APART GLOCK PISTOLS THE CHAMPION IN TWO ARENAS A WORLD APART

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Page 1: The GLOCK Report - GSSF · The GLOCK Report ® / Volume III, 2003 ... The environment was hot and humid, but the GLOCK 17 didn't miss a beat.” Dave shot this match with a stock

© GLOCK, 2003

The Newsletter of the GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation® Volume III, 2003

The GLOCK Report® / Volume III, 2003 page One

InsideInsideGLOCK pistols have again, in two “arenas”— the field of sport shooting and thefield of real combat— proven their absolute reliability and dependability.

Consider these two stories, from two vastly different places on planet Earth.

GLOCK: 1st in the sport shooting field.GLOCK pistols have landed in the winner’scircles again! A GLOCK Model 17, in the sureand fast hands of Dave Sevigny, was the topProduction pistol in the IPSC Pan AmericanChampionships held in Ecuador in October,2003. Over a total of 24 stages, which testedall aspects of speed and accuracy, Sevigny’sG17 fired over 300 rounds perfectly, with nomalfunctions or stoppages of any kind. Readwhat this National and World champion inseveral disciplines has to say: “The matchitself was in a beautiful country with greatpeople. The stages themselves had very difficult shooting challenges, requiring

competitors and their equipment to perform reliably over a week’s worth of shooting.The environment was hot and humid, but the GLOCK 17 didn't miss a beat.” Daveshot this match with a stock GLOCK Model 17 with Heinie fixed sights out of a Ky-Tac holster, accompanied by magazine pouches from the same maker.

Dave and another GLOCK model, the G34, absolutely dominated the IDPA NationalChampionships, held in Little Rock, Arkansas this past September. He shot the G34 at“warp speeds” over courses of fire where concealment was required on most, alongwith other “practical tests,” such as dominantand non-dominant hand shooting, loadingand reloading under time and in angles andpositions while taking “defensive” cover.What is specifically significant about thisNational Championship win is that Sevignyand his stock G34 achieved the top scoreover all other divisions of pistols, includingSigs and Berettas, some customized, andcustomized 1911 style pistols! The G34 ranflawlessly, resulting in a score that wasahead in double digits, percentage wise,over the next stock gun competitor.

Indeed, in 6 recent major shootingcompetitions, the IPSC World Championships,the IDPA National championships (2001-2003),

GLOCK: Championin Two Arenas page 1

Match Resultspages 3-7

New Las VegasMatch! page 7

GSSF LeagueResults page 8

GSSF LeagueSchedule page 8

Member’s Cornerpages 9-13

www.GSSFonline.com

The GLOCK ReportThe GLOCK Report®

WIN AGLOCK!WIN AGLOCK!

See Page 14

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www.GSSFonline.com

GLOCK PISTOLS…THE CHAMPION INTWO ARENAS…A WORLD APART

GLOCK PISTOLS…THE CHAMPION INTWO ARENAS…A WORLD APART

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the U.S. Factory Gun Championships and theaforementioned Pan Am championship, GLOCKs incapable hands like Sevigny’s and World ChampionSharon Zaffiro, among others, have totally “blown away”the competition shooting other makes of handguns.

Chalk up another victory for a GLOCK pistol, this timein .40 caliber. A G35, driven by GLOCK’s Dave Sevigny,took first place in the Limited Division at the USPSAArea 2 Championship, a.k.a. the 16th Annual DesertClassic, held at the Rio Salado Range outside of Mesa,AZ. This win is significant as it’s the last major IPSC competition of the calendar year (this drew more competitors than some national events), and as Dave putit, “GLOCK pistols were up against highly customizedpistols, costing from $2-5,000+. These pistols have 1911style actions with many modifications. The match itselfdemanded extreme firing speed, as well as accuracy witha major power factor cartridge. This is proof a GLOCK isbest running with all the rest.”

The choice is clear: if you want world class equipment,get a GLOCK.

GLOCK: Dead reliable in a combat zone.In the continuing war against those who would harm usin our own land, Special Operations personnel havetraveled literally to the “ends of the Earth” to bringsometimes final justice to evil ones. These operatorshave trained to the highest standards and demand thebest equipment, whether it be high-tech satellite communications gear, enhanced vision equipment,down to clothing and the most basic of warrior’s equipment, their weapons. Security concerns preventus from naming names, units and specific locations,but a report has recently come our way concerning an“After Action Report” related to one of GLOCK’s .45 caliber pistols and its extended use in a combat zone.

Now, a handgun is a relatively small piece of equipmentin any military organization; but to someone who has amission to accomplish and goes in harm’s way, it can beliterally, vitally important. At times, a weapon may have tobe concealed when trying to blend in with the “locals” ora handgun would be an important backup to a largerfirearm. Finally, it might be deployed as a “primary” intight spots, such as caves, small dwellings or vehicles.

In this six month combat deployment, the GLOCK21s faced some of the bleakest conditions on the planet:dry, dusty, temperatures from frying to freezing and no access to a maintenance depot or gunsmiths. Thepistols faced these conditions and shrugged them off,remaining faithful and dependable sidearms of elitewarriors. Read now the comments of those who fightfor our country and for us:

“Ten GLOCK 21s were brought to the Area of Operationsafter an initial break-in at unit headquarters.”

“After initially firing 500 rounds during the break-in, nomalfunctions occurred during the deployment, whereeach pistol fired approximately 3,000 rounds in harshconditions in the combat zone.”

“It should be noted that the pistols were rarely cleaned;the unit was only able to perform basic cleaning 2-4times throughout the deployment.”

“By comparison, other makes of handguns malfunctionedconsistently on a daily basis due to the dustyconditions.”

“One of the foremost concerns organizationally was theperceived lack of a manual safety. Team membersfound this “readiness” of the GLOCK reassuring; weknew when we took out the pistol, it was ready to fire.”

“Ten pistols were carried by ten soldiers for almostseven months, some 24 hours a day either concealedin civilian clothes or in a drop holster. There was notone accidental discharge.”

“Physically, the GLOCKs had a good finish. They didnot rust or corrode.”

“The sights were easy to acquire.”

“The magazines required minimal maintenance.”

“The accessory rail system was secure and well designed.”

There you have it. When reliability is absolutely critical,get a GLOCK.

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Team GLOCK’s newest addition: Julie Goloski, shooting the G17 and

winning the Standard Lady title at the Pan Am Championship

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GSSF Match ResultsGSSF Match ResultsTM

Fort Wayne Practical ShootersFort Wayne, IndianaJune 28-29, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: T. A. Clemens

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: B. L. Warren1st B Class: L. Kirchhoff1st C Class: J. WilkinsonHigh (Adult) Female: D. ClemensHigh Junior Female: M. ParkerHigh Junior Male: J. DawsonHigh Senior: J. Hurd1st Civilian Team: Team Sidearmor;D. Clemens, B. L. Warren, J. Hurd2nd Civilian Team: BallisticReview – Indiana; L. A. Welter, M. A. Welter, D. W. Tilley3rd Civilian Team: The MMs; S. P. Lischalk, V. Lischalk, T. Crist

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: D. M. Gilbert1st L.E. Team: Putnam County FOP;J. E. Baugh, S. J. Toleos, K. J. Akers2nd L.E. Team: Macomb PoliceDept.; D. L. Burnham, D. Carle, R. R. Kimler

1st Unlimited Class: F. T. Koo1st Competition Class: M. A. Welter1st Subcompact Class: D. Parker1st Majorsub Class: M. A. Welter1st Stockmeister Class:D. P. Kirchhoff1st Stockmeister Team: TeamSidearmor; F. T. Koo, T. A. Clemens, B. L. Warren2nd Stockmeister Team:Buckeye Hosers; K. Farris, D. Taylor,C. L. Hudson

Fernan Rod & Gun ClubCoeur d’Alene, IdahoJuly 19-20, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: D. T. Rhea

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: G. Zink1st B Class: M. Lonergan1st C Class: D. HillHigh (Adult) Female: A. M. RheaHigh Junior Female: M. DunnHigh Junior Male: L. MyersHigh Senior: K. BrisbineHigh Challenged: J. H. Parker1st Civilian Team: The Baron’sDen; W. Dudley, R. Gunter, D. R. Siria2nd Civilian Team: PiperPlumbing & Heating; B. D. Myers, L. Myers, T. K. Collins3rd L.E. Team: Team Seaman; T. D. Seaman, W. D. Seaman, J. K. Seaman

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: G. Reiber1st L.E. Team: King County Jail /Puyallup P. D.; S. Anderson, G. Reiber,E. Wilhelmi

1st Unlimited Class: J. A. Austin1st Competition Class: K. Brisbine1st Subcompact Class: G. Zink1st Majorsub Class: J. A. Dumbaugh1st Stockmeister Class: C. Anderson1st Stockmeister Team:South Dakota Travelers; J. J. Hill, R. E. Semmler, P. Bauer

Oakdale Gun ClubSt. Paul, MinnesotaJuly 19-20, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: D. P. Kirchhoff

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: K. Ulfers1st B Class: M. B. Howell1st C Class: E. D. RhodesHigh (Adult) Female: C. NodsleHigh Junior Female: D. RumbaughHigh Junior Male: S. FroyumHigh Senior: D. O. FalaasHigh Challenged: J. Brown1st Civilian Team: Team Woolsey;B. Woolsey, B. Woolsey, D. Woolsey

2nd Civilian Team: TeamBenchwarmers; S. R. Kirstein, B. D. Olk, C. C. Zimmer

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: J. Zubay1st L.E. Team: Federal ReservePolice; S. J. Schmit, B. A. Davidson, T. R. Eckhoff

1st Unlimited Class: D. Parker1st Competition Class: D. O. Falaas1st Subcompact Class: K. Ulfers1st Majorsub Class: T. Rumbaugh1st Stockmeister Class:J. J. Sheboski

Nashua Fish & Game AssociationNashua, New HampshireJuly 26-27, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: F. T. Koo

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: D. Cignarale1st B Class: S. Sager1st C Class: J. A. RogersHigh (Adult) Female: J. P. GabarroHigh Junior Female: R. S. CooperHigh Junior Male: J. S. BrennanHigh Senior: F. FelliniHigh Challenged: D. J. St. Martin1st Civilian Team: Walnut HillTrigger Jerks; J. S. Brennan, D. P. Quartarone, R. J. Zydavicius2nd Civilian Team: TeamSidearmor; D. Cignarale, D. P. Lapp, J. Gommenginger3rd Civilian Team: KitteryTrading Post; J. M. Klosenski, D. A.Michniewicz, T. C. Hardy

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: H. A. DavisonHigh L.E. Female: J. L. LaFreniere1st L.E. Team: Saco Police Dept.; J. J. O’Malley, D. H. Snow, P. W. Reynolds2nd L.E. Team: Holliston PoliceDept.; A. S. MacGray, J. G. Scanlon, L. Tedstone

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Inland NorthwestRegional Classic X

Hoosier StateRegional Classic VII

Northern LakesRegional Classic XII

“Live Free or Die”Ballistic Challenge II

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3rd L.E. Team: R. Alley, D. Shea, S. M. Alexander

1st Unlimited Class: A. Kelley1st Competition Class:H. A. Davison1st Subcompact Class: C. Szczygiel1st Majorsub Class: R. Alley, Jr.1st Stockmeister Class: G. J. Meyer1st Stockmeister Team: TeamSidearmor; F. T. Koo, D. Cignarale, G. J. Meyer

Fort Harmar Rifle ClubMarietta, OhioAugust 2-3, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: C. F. Howell

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: C. F. Howell1st B Class: W. Cesary1st C Class: M. G. SpahrHigh (Adult) Female: D. A. NosseHigh Junior Male: M. ScottHigh Senior: R. ThomasHigh Challenged: J. James1st Civilian Team: Team Sidearmor;J. A. Frye, D. P. Lapp, D. A. Nosse2nd Civilian Team: Ballistic Review– Indiana; L. A. Welter, M. A. Welter, D. W. Tilley3rd Civilian Team: Team “TheShootists”; D. Horvath, J. H. Fenton,E. R. Rector

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: R. Hupp

1st Unlimited Class: F. T. Koo1st Competition Class:M. A. Welter1st Subcompact Class: R. Thomas1st Majorsub Class: T. Rumbaugh1st Stockmeister Class:C. C. Bierma

1st Stockmeister Team: TeamSidearmor; F. T. Koo, D. P. Lapp, D. A. Nosse

Shelton Rifle & Pistol ClubShelton, WashingtonAugust 16-17, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: B. E. Carver

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: D. R. Siria1st B Class: P. Nielsen1st C Class: D. GardnerHigh (Adult) Female: A. M. RheaHigh Junior Female: R. J. SiriaHigh Junior Male: A. WesleyHigh Senior: K. BrisbineHigh Challenged: J. Merritt, Jr.1st Civilian Team: The Baron’s Den;D. R. Siria, W. Dudley, G. N. Smith2nd Civilian Team: Microsoft GunClub Team #1; D. Vaught, P. Nielsen, D. Fritz3rd Civilian Team: Microsoft GunClub Team #2; D. Achey, I. Jirka, M. P. Cole

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: B. E. BennettHigh L.E. Female: D. Giboney1st L.E. Team: Albany Police; D. Giboney, B. Kelley, C. Hyde2nd L.E. Team: EllensburgInstructors; W. R. DeHaven, C. T. Clayton, III, N. Ng3rd L.E. Team: Former King CountyJail; J. Lau, G. Reiber, P. Davidson

1st Unlimited Class: D. T. Rhea1st Competition Class: K. Brisbine1st Subcompact Class:P. E. Telford1st Majorsub Class: R. A. Hannan1st Stockmeister Class:C. Anderson

1st Stockmeister Team: CarverMounts; B. E. Carver, A. M. Rhea, D. T. Rhea2nd Stockmeister Team: JimMerritt; P. E. Telford, J. Merritt, Jr., B. A. Clemens

Topton Fish & Game AssociationTopton, PennsylvaniaAugust 16-17, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: F. T. Koo

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: D. Streichert1st B Class: S. Rankin1st C Class: C. W. Morris IIHigh (Adult) Female: D. A. NosseHigh Junior Male: B. NorrisHigh Senior: F. FelliniHigh Challenged: J. James1st Civilian Team: GLOCKsters; J. M. Cominskie, F. H. Klein, G. Cotey, Jr.2nd Civilian Team: Team Sidearmor;D. A. Nosse, D. P. Lapp, R. Tarabour3rd Civilian Team: Team No-Name;P. Hosage, B. Dahmer, S. Shalter

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: S. MurzaHigh L.E. Female: J. L. LaFreniere1st L.E. Team: Team Sidearmor; V. F. Nosse, M. Tarabour, S. Murza

1st Unlimited Class: W. Spruell, Jr.1st Competition Class:J. M. Cominskie1st Subcompact Class:J. M. Cominskie1st Majorsub Class: C. Szczgiel1st Stockmeister Class:C. J. Coppola1st Stockmeister Team: TeamSidearmor; F. T. Koo, G. J. Meyer, R. S. Leeber

Buckeye StateBallistic Challenge II

GSSF MatcGSSF Matc®

NorthwesternRegional Classic XII

Keystone StateBallistic Challenge VII

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Weld CountyFish & Wildlife RangeGreeley, ColoradoAugust 23-24, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: D. P. Kirchhoff

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: A. Simpler1st B Class: W. J. Bliss1st C Class: T. A. LewisHigh (Adult) Female: L. PrussHigh Junior Female: S. R. HatchHigh Senior: A. SimplerHigh Challenged: P. J. Schubert1st Civilian Team: TallahasseeRollin’ Thunder; D. Yon, G. Williams,A. Simpler2nd Civilian Team: LGH; H. D. Aoyagi, B. K. Strelow, J. S. Kwon3rd Civilian Team: Team Pruss; M. Pruss, K. Pruss, N. Pruss

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: K. M. Lee1st L.E. Team: Salt Lake CityPolice; C. Park, M. Tuttle, C. Steed2nd L.E. Team: Pierre Police Team;D. S. McGregor, J. J. Hill, J. Weber3rd L.E. Team: DPD Night Shift; R. S. Thomson D. L. Gilworth, R. L. Roberts

1st Unlimited Class:G. Besendorfer1st Competition Class: S. Nelson1st Subcompact Class: W. B. Lueg1st Majorsub Class: T. Rumbaugh1st Stockmeister Class:C. C. Bierma1st Stockmeister Team: CarverMounts; B. E. Carver, D. Woolsey, B. Woolsey2nd Stockmeister Team: Team NoName; J. Weber, D. S. McGregor, J. J. Hill

F.O.P. Police Range/CompetitiveShooters of StatesvilleStatesville, North CarolinaSeptember 6-7, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: D. T. Knight

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: E. Wagner1st B Class: D. P. Scott1st C Class: D. L. DyerHigh (Adult) Female: D. WrightsHigh Junior Female: J. E. CrookHigh Junior Male: J. StrawnHigh Senior: D. A. NewberryHigh Challenged: J. James1st Civilian Team: Team Sidearmor;P. B. Straub, S. DeLuce, D. Henson2nd Civilian Team: Team Hornung;M. Hornung, C. Hornung, M. Hornung3rd Civilian Team: D & M Gang; G. G. Gay, M. Glover, S. J. Treakle

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: D. Schlernitzauer1st B Class: T. G. DeLeuwHigh L.E. Female: M. K. Lackey1st L.E. Team: Lincoln CountySheriff’s Office; T. R. Leatherman, L. M. Leonard, L. D. Hilton2nd L.E. Team: Peach CountySheriff’s Office; T. P. Salley, J. M. Edwards, B. Ruh3rd L.E. Team: McGuire NuclearStation Company Police; J. L. York, R. L. LaShombe, J. C. Austin

1st Unlimited Class: K. Wade1st Competition Class: C. F. Howell1st Subcompact Class: T. P. Salley1st Majorsub Class: J. Pittman1st Stockmeister Class:F. A. Lovelace1st Stockmeister Team: GunsmokeGang; A. E. Sinclair, J. W. Grigg, M. K. Crowell

2nd Stockmeister Team: TeamSidearmor; F. T. Koo, D. E. Johnson,G. J. Meyer3rd Stockmeister Team: CarolinaCrew; R. E. Temple, J. J. Shebuski, T. P. Salley

Richmond Rod & Gun ClubRichmond, CaliforniaSeptember 13-14, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: B. E. Carver

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: M. D. Lee1st B Class: E. Broberg1st C Class: S. M. JimenezHigh (Adult) Female: K. HaddockHigh Junior Female: K. BerryHigh Junior Male: B. NakabayashiHigh Senior: J. Randolph1st Civilian Team: RWM-1; B. A. Chabert, L. P. Cambre, K. Chu2nd Civilian Team: RWM Too; T. Frenkel, M. D. Lee, J. Randolph3rd Civilian Team: K. R. Lunde, S. Huntsberry, C. Le

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: S. IshikawaHigh L.E. Female: C. K. Kono1st L.E. Team: BART P. D.; P. Garcia, K. Franklin, T. M. Pashoian2nd L.E. Team: Atomic Avengers; P.Santilena, M. Kiser, S. E. Huntley3rd L.E. Team: Sac County Sheriff’sOffice; S. Bunce, G. Basso, B. J. Horn

1st Unlimited Class: D. T. Rhea1st Competition Class: K. Jenny1st Subcompact Class: S. Dixon1st Majorsub Class: T. Frenkel1st Stockmeister Class:K. A. Garcia

ch Resultsch Results

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Rocky MountainRegional Classic IX

Tarheel StateRegional Classic X

Northern CaliforniaRegional Classic X

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GSSF Match ResultsGSSF Match ResultsTM

Greenvalley Rifle & Pistol ClubHallsville, MissouriSeptember 20-21, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: B. E. Carver

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: T. Rumbaugh1st B Class: F. Jones1st C Class: R. LinnemanHigh (Adult) Female: D. BiermaHigh Junior Female: D. RumbaughHigh Junior Male: G. GleasonHigh Senior: W. Green1st Civilian Team: Buffer TechDelta Team; L. H. Lenger, W. Green, W. Schmutz2nd Civilian Team: Target Masters– Team Elite; D. Grindstaff, B. Tinsley, G. L. Bolte3rd Civilian Team: Ballistic Review– Midwest; M. A. Welter, J. C. Kroeger,M. Bjelopavlic

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: J. E. BaughHigh L.E. Female: J. Gleason1st L.E. Team: Putnam CountyFOP; J. E. Baugh, J. Baugh, S. J. Toleos

1st Unlimited Class: D. Parker1st Competition Class: J. C. Kroeger1st Subcompact Class: B. A. White1st Majorsub Class: T. Rumbaugh1st Stockmeister Class: C. C. Bierma1st Stockmeister Team: CarverMounts; B. E. Carver, B. Barton, D. Parker

South River Gun ClubAtlanta, GeorgiaSeptember 27-28, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: T. A. Clemens

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: J. Chapman, Jr.1st B Class: M. Hornung1st C Class: L. T. Cline

1st D Class: A. Kestler1st E Class: W. Johnson1st F Class: S. V. HallHigh (Adult) Female: D. A. NosseHigh Junior Female: J. E. CrookHigh Junior Male: J. W. SappHigh Senior: A. SheffieldHigh Challenged: L. Click1st Civilian Team: Team Sidearmor#1; D. A. Nosse, S. DeLuce, P. B. Straub2nd Civilian Team:South River; W. D. Martin, R. E. Sellers, B. D. Thompson3rd Civilian Team: Funk SoulBrothas; G. Williams, A. Sheffield, D. Yon

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: J. Montgomery1st B Class: R. L. Phifer, Sr.High L.E. Female: A. Wood1st L.E. Team: Asheville/BuncombeNC; J.Montgomery, K. West, J. M. Staggs2nd L.E. Team: Team SidearmorLE; S. Murza, R. Santos, V. F. Nosse3rd L.E. Team: Cobb CountyPolice Dept.; J. Adcock, Billy RayBlocker, Jr., D. L. Ponte, Jr.

1st Unlimited A Class:D. T. Rhea1st Unlimited B Class:N. Gladstone

1st Competition A Class:J. Chapman, Jr.1st Competition B Class:B. G. Gross

1st Subcompact A Class:E. Wagner1st Subcompact B Class:R. E. Tourtellotte

1st Majorsub A Class:T. F. McCoy1st Majorsub B Class:R. L. Oswald

1st Stockmeister A Class:M. Burkett1st Stockmeister B Class:D. E. Johnson

1st Stockmeister Team: TeamCustomGLOCK.com; D. T. Rhea, B. E. Carver, M. Burkett

2nd Stockmeister Team: TeamSidearmor #1; T. A. Clemens, R. S. Leeber, G. J. Meyer3rd Stockmeister Team: J. W. Grigg,A. E. Sinclair, M. K. Crowell

Pine BarrensSportsmens FacilityWesthampton, LI, New YorkOctober 11-12, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: A. Kelley

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: D. P. Lapp1st B Class: D. Polak1st C Class: J. ShadeanHigh (Adult) Female: L. StrohmHigh Senior: F. Fellini1st Civilian Team: Sidearmor; D. P. Lapp, J. Gommenginger, R. L. Oswald2nd Civilian Team: Pistol People; N. Gladstone, K. V. Jankowitz, L. Strohm3rd Civilian Team: Team EuroTrash; S. F. Davison, T. Bykov, K. A. Buchenhain

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: A. DeMarco1st B Class: J. S. NegusHigh L.E. Female: J. L. LaFreniere1st L.E. Team: Bristol Police Dept.;J. M. Kiszka, A. Barton, J. Plaster2nd L.E. Team: Suffolk County PoliceDept.; J. P. Koenig, J. S. Linn, G. Smit3rd L.E. Team: New York StreetCops; J. S. Negus, D. E. Bootle, W. M. Negus

1st Unlimited Class: F. T. Koo1st Competition Class: D. P. Lapp1st Subcompact Class: G. Cotey, Jr.1st Majorsub Class: M. Fortune1st Stockmeister Class: R. S. Leeber1st Stockmeister Team: Sidearmor;G. J. Meyer, F. T. Koo, R. S. Leeber2nd Stockmeister Team: PistolPeople; K. Jankowitz, J. McSmith, B. Ariyamitr

MidwestRegional Classic XII

GLOCKAnnual Shoot X

Long IslandRegional Classic X

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GSSF Match ResultsGSSF Match ResultsTM

3rd Stockmeister Team: BristolPolice Dept.; J. M. Kiszka, A. Barton,J. Plaster

International Shootists InstitutePiru, CaliforniaOctober 18-19, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: T. Butler

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: J. Mendoza1st B Class: P. R. Cowan1st C Class: G. L. PrinceHigh (Adult) Female: A. M. RheaHigh Junior Male: S. SantosHigh Senior: J. A. MaxwellHigh Challenged: P. Mansour1st Civilian Team: SALSSA; A. Aulisio III, R. Mesic, P. R. Cowan

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: C. J. Perez

High L.E. Female: H. Papietro1st L.E. Team: Code Robert; R. Freeman, I. Mendez, J. S. Shray2nd L.E. Team: LA Perfection; B. Parmelee, T. Fathauer, H. Papietro

1st Unlimited Class: D. T. Rhea1st Competition Class: K. Jenny1st Subcompact Class: L. Gosnell1st Majorsub Class: L. Gosnell1st Stockmeister Class: J. Bagakis

Shootout Range andClark Custom GunsShreveport, LouisianaOctober 25-26, 2003

MATCHMEISTER: J. Miculek

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: J. R. Shupe1st B Class: R. Bickford1st C Class: C. Land

High (Adult) Female: D. ClemensHigh Junior Male: C. W. MachaHigh Senior: D. L. Dyer1st Civilian Team: Team Inservice; J. Harclerode, J. R. Shupe, S. Smith2nd Civilian Team: Team Sidearmor#2; D. L. Dyer, M. L. Miller, D. Clemens3rd Civilian Team: Ballistic Review;J. Behrnes, M. Behrnes, B. Thomas

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: M. Lane

1st Unlimited Class: T. A. Clemens1st Competition Class:J. Harclerode1st Subcompact Class:D. P. Colasanto1st Majorsub Class: J. R. Shupe1st Stockmeister Class: B. E. Carver1st Stockmeister Team: TeamSidearmor #1; T. A. Clemens, M. Finch, D. E. Johnson2nd Stockmeister Team: CarverMounts; B. E. Carver, B. Woolsey, D. Woolsey

ISI BallisticChallenge VI

Shootout RangeRegional Classic II

Boulder City Ballistic Challenge

Boulder City Rifle & Pistol Club

Boulder City, Nevada

January 31-February 1st, 2004★

Registration opens approximately 9am both days and closes at 2pm both days.

Match begins approximately 9am both days.Map not to scale

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3-Match Series Results

3-Match Series Results

THE BULLET HOLE – San Antonio, TXA Class B Class C Class

T. Clemens J. DeLuco M.SmithD. Clemens C. Hickman A. SinbadJ. Betus A. Rodriguez P. YantisPistol Winner: B. Maly

BLUE RIDGE ARSENAL – Chantilly, VAA Class B Class C Class

A. Wallace C. Ramsey C. HolidayJ. Smalley C. Marshal M. HannK. Wade D. Kirchgessner J. SmithPistol Winner: J. Olsen

SECOND AMENDMENT SPORTS – Bakersfield, CAA Class B Class C Class

M. Simich A. Gallardo V. ClarkT. Sidhu S. O’Dell D. ClarkD. Young D. Korodi R. DalessioPistol Winner: A. Gallardo

RICKY’S GUN SALES & SERVICE – Beaufort, SCA Class B Class C Class

J. Guerrero C. Hilliard K. NewmanS. Morris B. Powell D. SplanF. Murphy J. McNulty R. LewisPistol Winner: J. McNulty

DFW GUN CLUB – Dallas, TXA Class B Class C Class

D. Myers J. Wattenbarger W. DuncanP. Baumgardner T. Bray M. ToddD. Spradling M. Lochabay C. CaglePistol Winner: F. M. Spearman

LAX FIRING RANGE – Inglewood, CAA Class B Class C Class

M. Simich G. Bebing S. SolowitzW. Lee E. Aliments M. BarberP. Neiman B. Weronka M. Chanco

SHOOTER’S CHOICE – Wilmington, NCA Class B Class C Class

R. Wright D. Miller, Sr. R. PowellA. Parlatore T. Mix M. FikeR. Russ S. Stone D. SmithPistol Winner: T. Mix

TARGET WORLD – Cincinnati, OHA Class B Class C Class

J. Coombe B. Brown T. ConsiderM. Robison S. Vaughan W. WagorG. Schul J. Ball R. EdsallPistol Winner: J. Koller

Match ScheduleMatch Schedule3-Match Series Dates

Range Name/Location/Phone 1st 2nd 3rdBull’s-Eye Indoor Range/Lawrenceville, GA/770-963-6556 09/06/03 10/04/03 11/01/03

East Orange Shooting Sports/Winter Park, FL/407-679-1995 09/13/03 10/11/03 11/08/03

Ricky’s Gun Sales & Service/Beaufort, SC/843-521-4866 10/04/03 11/01/03 12/06/03

DFW Gun Club/Dallas, TX/214-630-4866 10/04/03 11/08/03 12/06/03

Sharp Shooting Indoor Range/Spokane, WA/509-535-4444 10/11/03 11/08/03 12/13/03

ATP Gun Shop & Range/Goose Creek, SC/843-824-0779 10/18/03 11/15/03 12/13/03

The Firing Line/Westland, MI/734-326-7320 01/24/04 02/21/04 03/20/04

The Bullet Stop/Wichita, KS/316-945-3331 01/24/04 02/28/04 03/28/04

New Albany Shooting Range/New Albany, OH/614-939-0112 02/21/04 03/20/04 04/17/04

The Baron’s Den/Eugene, OR/541-744-6229 02/21/04 03/20/04 04/24/04

Blue Ridge Arsenal/Chantilly, VA/703-818-0230 03/27/04 04/24/04 05/22/04

NOTE: Those that are italicized are TENTATIVELY scheduled as of published date.

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I just wanted to extend my sincere appreciation to theGLOCK organization for the privilege of competing

in a GSSF match. This year was my first, but definitelynot my last. I have been shooting as a member andRange Officer with the Pioneer Sportsman Club inDunbarton, New Hampshire for the last year and a half.I had an excellent teacher who impressed upon me theimportance of gun safety and handling. When the timecame for me to purchase my own firearm, he explainedthat not only was skill necessary, but also the rightfirearm. My husband of almost a year is a GLOCK man,but he was able to show me other makes that mightappeal to me. I wanted one that was reliable and thesimplest to operate. In October of 2001, I purchasedmy first GLOCK, the G19. I have been very impressedwith its performance and handling. It has taken methrough several firearm and range officer courses andseveral club matches. In September 2002, I purchaseda G27 for carry.

Just before the GSSF match this last weekend at theNashua Fish & Game range, my husband and I were

practicing, and I tried his G17. It had a little more bodyand stability to it. I decided to try it at the match.Because my hands are small, both my G19 and G27 areequipped with extended mag and slide releases. Thenight before the match my husband replaced both inthe G17. On match day, problems developed. The slidewould lock open after firing a few shots, and I lost a lotof time on each stage stopping and having to rack theslide to continue. As you can imagine I was a little upsetwith myself, as I thought I was doing something wrongin using a different firearm. My husband then suggestedI have Chris Edwards look at it. Chris found that theextended slide release was not the right one for theearly model G17. After reprimanding my husband,Chris gave me another chance at the match on Sunday.On Sunday morning, much to my surprise, Chris wasthere with another release for my G17 and made thenecessary repairs at no cost to me. With the knowledgeand expertise of the company’s representatives likeChris, there is no doubt that the GLOCK will continueto be Number 1 with many professional and amateurshooting enthusiasts.

As you can see by the enclosed picture, I was happywith my scores and the G17’s performance. My husbandand I were also Range Officers for both days of thematch and truly enjoyed ourselves.

Thank you again for this opportunity and I amalready looking forward to next year.

L. F.

New Hampshire

A Terrific First MatchI had the pleasure of attending my first GSSF Match

in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho last weekend. In spite ofbeing extremely nervous as a first timer, I had a greatexperience! I was very impressed with the GSSF organization and the host club, the Fernan Rod & GunClub. Although I did not shoot as well as I would haveliked, I had a terrific time and learned a great deal fromthe event.

The folks running the shoot and the participantswere very helpful and supportive. After watching my first stage, a long-time GSSF participant talkedwith me at length—giving me suggestions and moral support. My only regret is that I waited so long to participate in a GSSF event! Thanks for putting theseevents on, I’m hooked! I intend to participate in theShelton, Washington shoot next month. Thanks again!

S. M.

Oregon

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Come H*** or High WaterI am a police officer in New Jersey. I have been

a firearms instructor since 1984. I have worked with recruit classes for 19 years, and can say with confidence that GLOCK is one of the most widely seenfirearms on the range these days. I won three GLOCKpistols that I use on a regular basis. I have a G17, G26,and G27. I am qualified to carry any of the three.

I joined GSSF a year ago to have some fun whileshooting. I promote this type of competition, as anyshooting done in a safe environment is good practice forwhatever may come. Some police officers think thatthey need to be able to shoot high 90s to be competitive.I maintain that this type of “fun” shoot is just the ticket to better scores. The Lewis scoring system is a wonderful way to spread the fun to everyone.

I saw the photos of the flooded plate stage at the 2001shoot in Jackson, New Jersey and thought to myself thatyou must be pretty crazy to stand in calf-deep water toshoot. I guess I can call myself crazy too, as I wasstanding in the same water two years later. After heavyrains came through on Saturday, there was nowhere forthe water to go. I have enclosed a photo of the fun. Besafe, shoot well and keep the fun coming.

J. H.

New Jersey

Federal ApprovalA few years ago, I retired as a federal officer after 25

years of carrying S&W’s 38 Specials and .357Magnums while serving with four different federal investigative agencies. I then had the time and inclinationto get more involved in my hobby of shooting and collecting guns. So I started spending more fun time at the range. I mainly used S&Ws, Berettas, Rugers,Springfields, Walthers, and even an H&K USP Tactical.

However, as I am an avid reader of and subscriber toa number of firearms magazines, I became interestedin GLOCK pistols after coming across many articles on them. The enthusiasm that the writers of these publications showed for GLOCK pistols really grabbedmy attention. So, I finally went to my favorite sportinggoods store to take a look at them. I was immediately

impressed with the fit and feel ofeach of them. I was also impressedwith the ease of takedown forcleaning. I decided to purchase aG27 .40 calibre and tried it out atmy favorite outdoor range.

I must say, I was very pleasantlysurprised with the feel of it whileshooting, as well as its accuracy. Tocut to the chase, after spending the afternoon shooting this fineweapon, I regretted that I did nothave this pistol to carry as a dutyweapon for the many years I hadcarried S&W revolvers. I would havefelt much more comfortable in manysituations that occurred on the job.In fact I decided I liked it so muchthat I went out and bought twomore—a G35 .40 caliber and a G26.

Since I am also into suppressors as part of theenhancement of the shooting sports, I chose the G26because of the easy availability of extended/threadedbarrels and other accessories, as well as the availabilityof reasonably priced subsonic ammunition for it. I havenot yet received the suppressor, but all paperwork is inand I am just waiting for ATF to approve the order.

As for the G27, it has now replaced my previouschoices of concealment firearms. It is now my numberone choice for personal protection, as well as a greatdeal of fun to shoot at the range. Next, I hope to getinvolved with some competitive shooting events withmy new G35.

R. S.

Georgia

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17+19+22+26=4To a math teacher, this problem would not add up. To

the average GLOCK enthusiast, this problem wouldmake perfect sense. A G17, plus a G19, plus a G22, plus aG26 equals four of the nicest GLOCK pistols ever.

A few years ago, a retired deputy sheriff friendallowed me to shoot his G19. After a few clips, I foundthat I was placing most of the shots in the center of thetarget. He suggested that I go to the local gun shop andpurchase one for myself. After going to my first GSSFmatch at Eagle Creek in Indianapolis, I was hooked.

Like most GLOCK fans, I was not satisfied with just aG19. I soon bought a G17 and then traded an almost brandnew .357 revolver for my G26. Early last year, I found aG22 9/11 commemorative that I could not pass up.

I now have four of the finest GLOCKs that anyone coulddream of. I had the chance to use my new G22 at the GSSFshoot in Fort Wayne in June, 2003. While shooting theplates, which can be somewhat frustrating, I found that theG22 with 180 grain target loads made quick work. Whenshooting the GLOCK M Station, there was no doubt thatthe “Pepper Poppers” were going down.

Thanks to GLOCK and GSSF for making shooting fun!

R. B.

Michigan

GLOCK for LifeIhave owned GLOCK pistols for five years now. I have a

G30, G27, G29, G23 and will soon have a G22. My wifeand I own a concert sound, lighting and stage company,and on any given day have a half million dollars worth ofequipment on a location. We work at very odd hours of theday, and security issues become a periodic concern. It iswith that in mind that I constantly carry one of myGLOCKs, usually my G23, my personal favorite.

I would not trust my life, my employees’ lives, or myfamily’s lives to any other brand of firearm. I’ve hadthem all—Sigs, S/W, Berettas, Springfields, Colts—allfine firearms, but none as reliable, simple, and userfriendly as a GLOCK. GLOCK is truly the only firearmthat makes sense. I’m a GLOCK person for life!

W. L.

Arizona

GLOCK SupportIwould like to thank GLOCK, Inc. for the tremendous

amount of support provided for the 2003 USPSAFactory Gun Nationals (FGNs). In addition to being theMatch Sponsor and giving individual support, GLOCKdonated three certificates for new GLOCKs for theProduction Division prize table. I noticed one othermanufacturer provided one certificate for a new gun,and almost all the GLOCKs were taken before thatSpringfield certificate was finally picked up.

I placed third in “C Class” with my G34, which putme tantalizingly close to the top seventeen guns won,so I will definitely shoot FGNs again next year. Ihope GLOCK continues to maintain this very highlevel of support.

F. L.

Florida

A Happy GLOCK-iversaryE nclosed you will find a picture of my wife

presenting me with the gift she gave me for our50th wedding anniversary, a G19. At the time she couldnot find a new GLOCK anywhere around so she boughta factory rebuilt with the serial number “DY177,” andengraved on the slide are the letters “MPDC.” I havesince called your plant and talked to a gentleman whotold me that it was retired from the District ofColumbia Police Department. I am so proud of herchoice of a GLOCK, and the history of this one makesit even more special. I have been so pleased with thesize and accuracy of this G19 that I have added a G23to my collection.

As a former police firearms instructor, I can tell youthat I would not hesitate to recommend the GLOCK forall police departments that are considering handgunpurchases.

H. H.

Texas

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Reunited with His GLOCKEnclosed please find a photograph of my G22. It was

presented to me by the members of the Surprise,Arizona Police Department upon my retirement. It is andalways will be one of my most treasured possessions.

When I started in law enforcement in 1971 as adeputy sheriff we carried the Smith and Wesson model19. It was the best available at the time. When I movedto Arizona, I changed to the 1911 series of pistols.Something safer and less complicated to operate understress for the troops was needed.

While with the Surprise Police Department as theSenior Firearms Instructor and Range Master, I was instrumental in getting the department to switch to andissue GLOCKs. We wanted a pistol that held a comfortingnumber of rounds, was accurate, had a serious stoppingpower caliber and, most of all, was dependable andreliable. It had to go bang every time the trigger was pulled.Period. No room for excuses in this job. The overwhelmingchoice was the G22. Administrative staff and detectiveshave the option of carrying a G23. The G27 is sanctioned fora secondary or back-up pistol. I honestly feel that “mycops” are safer because of the GLOCK.

It was a wonderful surprise to be awarded the pistol thatI carried on duty as a going-away and retirement gift. I justthought you would like to know about my good fortune.

F. B.

Arizona

Service with SmilesI just got home from the Hallsville, Missouri

Midwestern Regional Classic XII, held at theChapman Academy. Five of us from Emporia, Kansasand several other friends from as far away as Newtonand Wichita had a blast. This year’s match was wonderful. It was nice to see women shooting with the men, and children and families enjoying the sport.The range was well run by the local gun club, and thescoring sheets for those of us who had pre-registeredwere neatly computer printed with all of the correct

information. All we had to do was shoot and sign oursheets (in my case, shoot and sigh…).

We shot on Saturday. The weather was perfect, andthe shelters set up at the stages provided welcome shadefor those who needed it. I didn’t see anyone who had towait for more than thirty minutes at any stage onSaturday. Some sighing was heard, though, for a missedshot or a bullet that had somehow evaporated on theway to the X ring. But I didn’t hear anyone complainabout anything that was beyond their own control.Instead, everything that I heard, both on the range andlater in the vendor’s area, was extremely positive.

The single most outstanding highlight of the entireweekend was the presence of Joe Lienemann, GLOCK’sMaster Armorer. Joe has got to be the happiest manalive. He obviously loves his job, and people reallyenjoy the good help that he gives them with theirGLOCKs. Last year he cured a stubborn malfunction inmy G23 that was caused by my own use of a well-known and beloved-by-some gun cleaner in a brownbottle. This year, Joe checked my magazines andreplaced the springs that I had abused by leaving themloaded for long periods of time. I had absolutely nomechanical excuses when I shot this year.

I watched Joe work on several other models ofGLOCK pistols as well. During the time that I watchedhim work he kept up a running banter with the ownersand onlookers about the wonders of the guns and thehistoric details of their particular model. All of therepairs and all of the parts were replaced FREE. Freelabor. Free parts. Free “factory” upgrades on older models. On site and “while-you-wait” courtesy of Mr.Glock and Joe Lienemann. No wonder Joe loves hisjob—doing what he enjoys, and working for a companythat treats their customers this way. Thank you for yourgreat matches and customer service.

K. C.

Kansas

GLOCK On DutyIam a Reserve Police Officer and have carried two other

brand name semiautomatics in the past. I recently purchased a G17 and have found it to be superior in balance, recoil, ease of field stripping, and over-all accuracy. I enjoy going to the range and firing my GLOCK.The magazine capacity exceeds the competition. With allthe adverse testing that has been done by GLOCK I don’tworry about weather conditions when on duty. I know myGLOCK will perform regardless of the weather. Thanksfor looking out for the good guys! I would recommend aGLOCK to anyone who is undecided as to what brand ofsemiautomatic pistol to purchase.

C. H.

Iowa

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Make His GLOCKI ’ve long been a fan of polished blue carbon and

frosted stainless steel. While the black, blockyGLOCK didn’t particularly excite me, I was somehowdrawn to the mystique of the safe action and the needto experience it for myself. Then suddenly opportunitycame knocking at my door. There it was, a trade-in fromsome anonymous law enforcement agency, factoryrefurbished and refinished, with a price less than itsbrand-new siblings. Plus, it came with a coveted highcapacity magazine and the full factory lifetime warranty.I quickly completed the administrative paperwork, gotthe required approvals, paid my money and went homewith my new-to-me G22.

A trip to the range with a box of ammo offered somepromise. The gun felt good in my hand, functioned welland seemed reasonably accurate—rare qualities in someother brands that I have owned. I’m amazed by the factthat some manufacturers recommend a “break-in” of athousand rounds or so before evaluating reliability. MyGLOCK started performing right out of the box. It wasone of several handguns that I own, and went to the rangefrequently as I completed the outfit by accessorizing withspare magazines and a holster. When I got the chance toattend the Defensive Handgun class at Thunder Ranch, itwas the gun I chose to work with.

Through the week-long training it functionedflawlessly, digesting over 1400 rounds without so muchas a hiccup. The only malfunctions I experienced wereobvious operator error or those deliberately inducedas part of the training. I can’t say the same for my classmates, some of whom were outfitted with variousincarnations of the Colt 1911, costing more than fourtimes what I paid for my box stock GLOCK. I jokedwith my classmates that you could tell the 1911 shooters by their taped hands and fingers (to protectfrom biting sharp edges) and the trail of magazinesthey left in extended shooting drills. I grew fond of theidea that all I had to do was remove my finger from thetrigger guard to render the pistol safe for holstering—no decocking or “safety-on, safety-off” drills that myclassmates endured.

Since graduating from the class I put another 1000rounds through it with similar results. I’ve not beentempted to make any modifications and still have my GLOCK in factory original configuration. I see noway to improve on the closest thing to perfection I’veever encountered. Utter reliability and dependability iswhat I’ve come to expect from my G22. I don’t knowhow many rounds were fired in its previous life, or howmany will be fired in this one, but I’m sure it will bepassed on as a family heirloom in years to come. Makemine GLOCK.

D. K.

Virginia

A GLOCK of His OwnA s the proud owner of three GLOCKs, and the

proud parent of a U.S. Marine, I wanted to writeand tell you that my son has been after me to go withhim to purchase his own GLOCK. Well, he will turn 21in November, and I plan on taking him to the local gunshop when he arrives home and am going to let himpick out his very own. He loves shooting my G32, andI have a feeling that is what he will choose. I could notthink of a better birthday gift to give my son.

I have taken a class that will allow me to teach theConcealed Weapons Permit class here in South Carolinaand hope to get him a permit to carry. He is a new husband also, which is a good reason to be prepared to defend himself and his new wife. I also plan to get him signed up in GSSF so he can accompany me to the matches and be a competitor also. Thanks for agreat product.

C. D.

South Carolina

Great First ImpressionI became a GLOCK lover after picking up a brochure

at a local gun shop. I must admit that at first I was-n’t impressed with the looks of the gun. However, afterreading about and investigating the GLOCK line ofhandguns it just made sense to try one. All it took wasone or two magazines of rounds at the range for me torealize that this was the perfect handgun for me. Iimmediately purchased the G27 for its ease of conceal-ment. My brother was so impressed with mine that hepurchased the same model the next week. Thank you,GLOCK, for such an awesome product. I’m a proudGLOCK Owner!

J. H.

Texas

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