G20 vs G29 10mm for Backcountry

[BKhunter]

Would love to hear why you all prefer the G20 or the G29 10mm for the backcountry pro's vs cons. Thanks for any feedback.

BK

 

[slvrslngr]

I choose the 29 mostly due to its smaller size. Carry it in a HPG Recon kit bag. The 20 is easier to shoot but the 29 isn’t much more difficult. I’m shooting factory ammo, nothing too hot.

 

[Desk Jockey]

The added size and extra 3 bullets only adds 3oz so weight isn’t an issue. In NY you may be stuck with 10 round mags anyway. I find the 20 a bit more shootable but not a lot.

 

[Steelruger22]

G20 for me. I'm not running concealed in the woods but open carry so size is not an issue.
I have an am barrel in mine and run close to max pressure handloads. Longer barrel =more velocity.
Rather have the controlability the fullsize offers in a high pressure situation.

I match my pistol to the expected threat. Big bears/deer=44 mag. Average Black bears/deer =10mm, 2 legged varmints/dogs =any normal CC shooter will do.

 

[KChunter71]

G20 as I shoot it better since it’s has a full size grip.

 

[4ester]

I run the G29 with grip extender and G20 mags. No complaints from me.


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[swehrman]

Another vote for the G29.

-- Scott

 

[Runningwater]

You'll probably be happy with either. I went with the 29, but have a 4.5 aftermarket barrel in it. I'm shooting mainly underwood 220s through it. Imo the 29 carries smaller vs the 20 more than the dimensions might suggest - primarily in the grip. I really like it and is less intrusive on my pack belt than anything I've previously used in the backcountry. You are definitely giving up a bit of shoot ability though. Just need to decide what is most important to you for how you plan to use it.

 

[Ucsdryder]

I had both. Still have the 29.

 

[5MilesBack]

I've never tried the 29 or even held one. When I bought my 20 I had never even heard of the 29.

 

[Bwn94]

It’s not even in the question but I carry a Glock 40 in a kenai chest holster and love every bit of it. At first I thought it may get in the way but after having it I’m glad I went that route, and most times never even notice it.


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[Stillkickin]

I can make an argument for either as they both are great at what they do. Personally I carry a Lone Wolf long slide G20 so concealment isn’t something I worry about.

 

[BKhunter]

It’s not even in the question but I carry a Glock 40 in a kenai chest holster and love every bit of it. At first I thought it may get in the way but after having it I’m glad I went that route, and most times never even notice it.


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I was thinking of carrying it the same way except I have the marsupial gear bino harness and was going to get the Razco kydex holster. Thoughts?

 

[Bwn94]

I was thinking of carrying it the same way except I have the marsupial gear bino harness and was going to get the Razco kydex holster. Thoughts?

I thought about going that route but wanted a stand alone holster to run by itself occasionally. I had absolutely no issues at all running my AGC bino harness over top of the kenai. I also don’t like that the Razco puts the gun so low, for instance I was in waders a lot in SE AK last summer and the setup I had kept the gun accessible and above my waders. I’ll see if I can’t dig around and find a picture to show.


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[BKhunter]

I thought about going that route but wanted a stand alone holster to run by itself occasionally. I had absolutely no issues at all running my AGC bino harness over top of the kenai. I also don’t like that the Razco puts the gun so low, for instance I was in waders a lot in SE AK last summer and the setup I had kept the gun accessible and above my waders. I’ll see if I can’t dig around and find a picture to show.


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Thanks that would be appreciated

 

[PredatorSlayer]

Would love to hear why you all prefer the G20 or the G29 10mm for the backcountry pro's vs cons. Thanks for any feedback.

BK

I went back and forth on this forever few years ago and finally settled on the 29 - absolutely no regrets. I hunt deer, elk and black bears in grizzly country, so i put a lot of time and effort into my decision, even deciding between the glock and wheelgun. There are a couple arguments for the G20:

1) G20 grip is bigger and therefore more comfortable. Also longer site picture, so easier to shoot accurately. People make these assumptions, but I dont think either is 100% accurate. My research shows that most people shoot the G29 more accurately, I do as well. I am 6’5” with pretty big hands and it feels really really good to hold. It is also lighter and a pleasure to carry, I don’t even know its there half the time.

2) You lose velocity with the shorter barrel in the 29. There are some good test results posted online - I found the differences in velocity to be 20-40 fps depending on the ammo. Immaterial imo.

3. G20 holds more ammo - this is true, but a G29 can use a G20 mag, not vice versa. Does it look a little weird? Sure, but who cares.

The G29 is about the size of a glock 19/23, just a little wider, so you can totally edc it if you want to. I have several other conceal carry guns, but every once in a while I like to take the 29 for a ride - its probably my favorite handgun.

 

[rbljack]

Another vote for Glock 29 here. I went back and forth on this one myself. I like the lighter option and more compact glock 29, and went with that. I put it on my kifaru belt in a JC Kydex Holster and still had room to put a med belt pouch over it. When I drop the pack, I can still slip the gun into the pocket behind my AGC bino harness and have it on me. NO regrets here. I run hardcast bullets, and also use the glock 29 to dispatch hogs when we are trapping them. I don't carry the glock on solo rifle hunts, but if the wife has the tag, then I carry the glock. I also bring it on spring turkey hunts. Sounding like a turkey hen in cougar country gives me just a little more protection "just in case". There are black bears in that area too....so either way, I like to have it with me.

 

[Highcountrybulls]

Thanks that would be appreciated

I use a nearly identical setup as Bwn94. G40 in a Kenai chest holster and an AGC bino holster outside of that. Binos and gun are out of the way yet easily accessible. I tried a few other combos before settling on this one.

 

[zion zig zag]

The G29 is about the size of a glock 19/23, just a little wider, so you can totally edc it if you want to. I have several other conceal carry guns, but every once in a while I like to take the 29 for a ride - its probably my favorite handgun.

I've never actually handled one, but I though the g29 was the same size as the g26? A subcompact.

 

[PredatorSlayer]

I've never actually handled one, but I though the g29 was the same size as the g26? A subcompact.

The frame is bigger than a G26/27. I have a 27 and a 23 - Its almost the exact same size as a G19/23, but thicker.