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The GLOCK ReportThe GLOCK ReportThe Newsletter of the GLOCK Sport Shooting FoundationTM Volume II, 1998

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Hot New GLOCKS!pages 1-2

Armando Valdes—IPSC’s SimplestSuperstar

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“O’Neill WilliamsOutdoors” TV Show

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FAQS page 6

Newest GSSFLifetime Members

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GSSF Match Resultspage 7-8

Members Cornerpages 9–13

GLOCK Wearablespage 14

InsideInsideHOT NEW GLOCKS!

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Magnum Performance Is Now Automatic!

R enowned for its accuracy, reliability,durability, ease and safety, GLOCK’sproven “Safe Action” technology—

available in three familiar sizes—has nowbeen applied to the scorching new .357 autocartridge! The re-sult should comeas no surprise:The GLOCK sys-tem makes shoot-ing the high-per-formance .357 apleasure!

Introduced tothe nation’s lawe n f o r c e m e n tcommunity atthe InternationalAssociation ofChiefs of PoliceConference inOctober 1997,GLOCK’s com-plete line of .357pistols is now instock and ship-ping to commer-cial customersn a t i o n w i d e .Following GLOCKtradition, the mo-dels 31, 32 and 33will find a homewith consumers who want to add “ballistic performance” to the long list ofGLOCK attributes.

The G31 (full-size), G32 (compact) and G33(subcompact) are similar in size and weightto GLOCK’s popular 9x19 G17/19/26and .40 caliber G22/23/27 lines, but are chambered in the powerful, new .357 auto cartridge. Designed to duplicate the

performance of the .357 Magnum cartridge—considered by many in law enforcement to beballistically superior to other autopistolchamberings—the .357 auto has alreadygained favor with law enforcement officers

and agencies re-luctant to give upthe tactical edgeprovided by the.357 Magnum re-volver cartridge.

The GLOCK 31,32 and 33 alsorepresent the firstGLOCK models tobe shipped sinceGLOCK enhancedthe frame design ofall its full-size andcompact pistols.This modificationincludes finger-grooved gripframes, ambidex-trous thumb restsand Weaver-speci-fication accessorymounting rails.I n t r o d u c e dcommercially atSHOT Show ‘98,these modifica-tions now come

standard on all full-size and compactGLOCK pistols, including the new .357s.

Staying true to GLOCK tradition, the frameenhancements will again change what shoot-ers come to expect from a stock pistol, fur-ther blurring the line between out-of-the-boxstock pistols and expensive custom pistols.

Contact your GLOCK Stocking Dealer today!

Win aGLOCK!

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HOT NEW GLOCKS!Two new GLOCK pistols are hitting store shelves

nationwide. The new GLOCK models 34 and 35—a.k.a.the PRACTICAL/TACTICAL GLOCKs—are chamberedin 9x19 and .40 cal. respectively and will find a home anywhere accuracy is key. Whether the shooter’s goal iswinning “practical” shooting competitions or improving“tactical” performance, the new GLOCK models 34 and35 are ready for action.

Designed with a longer barrel (5.32 in.) and longersight radius (7.32 in.) than the full-size GLOCK models17 and 22 duty/service pistols, these new GLOCKs aredesigned to meet the International Practical ShootingConfederation (IPSC)“Standard/Limited” size specifica-tions. That means that GLOCK’s reputation for “out-of-the-box” reliability, durability, accuracy and safety nowfits “in the box” for IPSC and IDPA competitions!

Introduced commercially at SHOT Show ‘98 in Las

Vegas, these two new models are loaded with design-specific improvements usually associated with expen-sive custom pistols. Among these improvements are afinger-grooved gripframe front strap, ambidextrousthumb rests and Weaver-specification accessory mount-ing rails. These modifications now come standard on allfull-size and compact GLOCK pistols, including the newmodels 34 and 35. Additionally, GLOCK has made the3.5 lb. competition trigger pull, an extended magazinecatch, an extended slide stop lever and fully adjustablesights standard on the new models 34 and 35.

The new GLOCK models 34 and 35 will again changewhat shooters come to expect from a stock pistol andclose the distance between out-of-the-box stock pistolsand expensive custom pistols.

Contact your GLOCK Stocking Dealer today and seefor yourself how the best just got better.

The Best Just Got Better!

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Some related typographical errors appeared on Page 6 of the “Volume 1, 1998” edition of the GLOCKREPORT. They occurred in the paragraph entitled “Scoring.” These relate to the correct time limit for eachstring of “GLOCK 5-7-9.” When we first conceived this course of fire we considered using an 8 second timelimit. The first drafts of the stage description were written including that time limit. It was later decided tochange the par time to 9 seconds. However, the drafts that went to the printer contained the preliminary, andnow incorrect, 8 second time references. By the time the error was spotted it was too late to correct the error without running the risk that our GSSF members wouldn’t receive their copies of that edition of theGLOCK REPORT in sufficient time to plan their attendance at the first few GSSF matches starting in April. Weapologize for any confusion that this may have caused. For those of you who have been practicing “GLOCK5-7-9” using an 8 second time limit, you now have another whole second to play with!

Scott Gilbertson, GSSF Match Coordinator

ScoringOn the NRA “D-1” targets, ten (10) points for each “X Ring” or “10 Ring” hit; eight (8) points for each “8-Ring”hit; five (5) points for any other bullet mark on the target. Hits that touch the scoring line between scoringzones score the larger point value. (“X’s” are used to break ties). Misses or unfired shots are not penalized.Procedural errors are penalized minus ten (-10) points per occurrence. An electronic buzzer starts the timeon each string. Time stops 9 seconds later. With respect to overtime shots. Where circumstances allow a determination to be made (i.e.; only one competitor is on the line and the timer utilized will allow a reviewof the shots and times fired), shots recorded within 9.30 seconds from the start buzzer will be considered tobe within the time limit. Shots recorded 9.31 seconds or more after the start buzzer will be recorded as overtime shots. Where the circumstances will not permit such a review (i.e.; there are several shooters onthe line and a single timer is being used to run several competitors on the line simultaneously) overtime shotswill be assessed per the best judgement of the Range Officer who is supervising the competitor. Overtimeshots will be assessed a penalty of minus ten (-10) points per overtime shot. Aggregate score only.

“X” Ring = 10 Points

“10” Ring = 10 Points

“8” Ring = 8 Points

5 Points, any otherbullet mark on target

No Penalty for Missed or Unfired Shots

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Armando Valdes — IPSC’sSimplest Superstar

By Robin Taylor

Armando Valdes — IPSC’sSimplest Superstar

S oft-spoken and jovial GLOCK’s No. 1 shootercalls to mind visions of WWII-era baseball

stars: understated, clean-cut, genuine, the sort ofguys you wish your teenage kids would emulate.

Without question Armando Valdes is USPSA/IPSC’s simplest superstar. Shooting a simple gun, factory ammo, and avoiding the flashy machismoof stardom, Armando’s approach to competition is intentionally low-tech. His efforts focus onshooting, and becoming a better shooter, not onpushing the technological envelope.

His focus has paid off. Packing one World Shootwin, multiple finishes in the USPSA Limited top 16,and a fistful of Area titles, Valdes’ “shooting résumé” has both strength and depth. Other shooters can claim better records, but none ofthem can claim Armando’s speciality: winningwith an off-the-shelf gun.

At a major USPSA/IPSC match, truly “stock”guns are a rarity. Caspian, Colt, STI, SV, Para-Ordnance, and others all field factory representatives, but when you look closely at theirshooters’ guns, almost all have been tuned,

modified, and generally re-worked into somethingakin to a Daytona “stock car.” Only a handful carrythe guns found on gun store shelves, and thoseguns are custom “package” affairs that retail forupwards of $1,500.

Armando Valdes, by contrast, shoots an out-of-the-box G24 and inexpensive CCI Blazer 180-grain .40 ammunition. Even his holster is a basic Helweg competition model. It adjusts for angle in one direction, and that’s about it.

People bug him about his gear, expecting to finda hidden trigger job, fitted barrel, or some otherimprovement. I looked, there’s nothing in his holster to write home about. Everything he uses isplain-Jane and off-the-shelf. If Armando has an“angle” on shooting, that’s it—he doesn’t have one.

Reprinted from “The GLOCK in Competition —

A Shooter’s How-To Guide”

By Robin Taylor

Published by Taylor Freelance

Bellingham, Washington

www.seattleslug.2alpha.com

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Now in his seventeenth (17th) season of national exposure, O’Neill has brought the adventure of

fishing, hunting, shooting, hiking and camping to sportsmenacross our country.

O’Neill started “The Great Outdoor Show” radio program in1992 on AM-750 WSB. WSB radio is one of twenty-two clear

channel stationsin the UnitedStates, and cov-ers 38 statesevery Saturdaymorning. This live format allows O’Neill an unequaled personal connection with his audience.

“O’Neill Outside” television is not designed to promotethe expertise of the host, but to instruct viewers as to thehow, when and where of fishing, hunting, shooting and otheroutdoor adventures. The weekly audience learns how to fishfor hybrids; when land locked stripers school, and where tofind the prime areas for largemouth bass, deer and turkey.Other outdoor activities include saltwater fishing, camping,hiking and exploring.

In the context of the show, one canfind boat equipment and camping tips,why to use one style of fishing, hunt-

ing or shooting instead of another;which lure should work and when touse it; and which state parks offerfamily comfort and recreation.

It’s actually one day’s adventure; afun, amusing, entertaining, learningexperience—one day—like so manyothers, to remember.

“O’Neill Williams Outdoors”“O’Neill Williams Outdoors”

“O’Neill Outside” Television“The Great Outdoor Show” Radio

SportSouth Network 10:30 am Sunday, August 16

Georgia, Alabama, MississippiTennessee, Kentucky,North Carolina, South Carolina

Sunshine Network 10:30 am Friday, August 14

Florida

Subscribers via Direct TV,

Prime Star, Dish Network, etc. Check Local Listing

Nationally

Outdoor Life Network 7:30 am Sunday, August 16

Nationally

The Outdoor Channel Multiple Cablecast Week

1:30 pm Saturday, August 15

8:00 am Wednesday, August 13

6:30 pm Friday, August 14

The Great Outdoor Show (Radio)

Call in and talk to O’Neill 4-6 am Every Saturday (Live)

4-6 am Every Sunday (Repeat)

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Thanks to some great ideas from GSSF member R.L. from Fort Worth, TX, we will sometimes be including aFAQS (Frequently Asked Questions) section. Here you go!

Q. What are the procedures for shipping your pistol to GLOCK for service?

A. Go to any UPS shipping center and have your pistol insured for the replacement value. Enclose a letterwith your name, address (no P.O. boxes), and a daytime phone number with a small explanation of whatyou need done.Ship to : GLOCK, Inc.

6000 Highlands ParkwaySmyrna, GA 30082(770) 432-1202

Q.What services are available for my pistol?

A.Slide refinishing is available for $45.00 + taxNight sights available for installation: Trijicon®,…$82.00

Meprolight®,…$70.00 (includes installation)

Q.What is that copper paste inside my GLOCK?

A.It’s C5A® by Fel-Pro®, an anti-seize copper based lubricant used for shipping purposes.

Q. What does GLOCK recommend to use for cleaning and lubrication?

A.We recommend any good quality product specifically made for firearm use.

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James Defoe, Jr.Thomas FischerDonald GilworthChristopher GosselinCraig HallmarkDavid HenryRoy Iutzi-MitchellJacques-Mercado LourdesBruce JamesRobert KruegerAlbert KunzLarry LockeLeonard NicholsonJ. Nirk

Paul NordenDavid O’BrienPeter PorrataBruce Rounds, II

Robert SassanGeorge SmitRonald WalterLin Webb

GSSF members are really eating up the 1998 GLOCK Annual.

Meet GSSF’sNewest Lifetime Members

Meet GSSF’s Newest Lifetime Members

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GSSF Match ResultsGSSF Match ResultsTM

Correction to:

Gateway RegionalClassic VGSSF Match

CIVILIAN:High Civilian Subcompact:Edmund Rowe

LAW ENFORCEMENT:High LE Subcompact: RaymondRaiford

Old South RegionalClassic VIGSSF Match

Fort Benning R&P ClubColumbus, GeorgiaApril 4-5, 1998

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: Gerald Bonds1st B Class: Kelly Kendrick1st C Class: Dale DimickHigh (Adult) Female: Jill ThompsonHigh Junior Female: AmandaKillebrewHigh Junior Male: Ryan HornungHigh Senior: Mason MurphyHigh Challenger: Matt CrowellHigh Subcompact: Mason Murphy1st Dealer Team: PCI Pistol Team#1; Randy Harchar, Charles Rolling,Robert Williams2nd Dealer Team: PWTS–Gold;Gary Butler, Mark Corbin, EricHelfritz3rd Dealer Team: Tri-State GunClub; Dave Bishop, Gerald Bonds,Mike Grambush

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: Ken Carr1st B Class: Benjamin Grey1st C Class: Stanley RoughtonHigh L.E. Female: Tammy MorrisHigh Subcompact L.E.: RaymondRaiford1st L. E. Team Houston CountySheriff’s Office, Team # 1; RandallBanks, Ricky Phifer, Sr., Michael Stokes

2nd L. E. Team NYS Parole–GastonCounty Sheriff’s Office; Ben Grey, DickPolk, Ray Raiford3rd L. E. Team York County Sheriff’sOffice; Jody Long, W. T. Sherer IV,Bryan Zachary1st Unlimited Class: StuartMcDaniel1st Competition Class: DerekLawrence

Desert Showdown VIIGSSF Match

Rio Salado Sportsmens ClubMesa, ArizonaApril 18-19, 1998

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: Yutaka Yokomachi1st B Class: Mark Kauffman1st C Class: Gary CohenHigh (Adult) Female: RobinSivertsHigh Junior Female: KristenCanfieldHigh Junior Male: Dustin StappHigh Senior: Russell MoodyHigh Challenger: Peter ReisHigh Subcompact: TimothyForshey1st Dealer Team: ShootersEmporium; Fred Muller, Ken Siverts,Robin Siverts2nd Dealer Team: GLOCKWORKS;Peter Reis, Jeff Snook, Dustin Stapp3rd Dealer Team: Blame it on ElNiño; Gary Cohen, Michael Sumner,Daniel Thomson

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: Craig Stapp1st B Class: Harold McCullough1st C Class: Kevin O’BrienHigh Subcompact L.E.: DanFurbee1st L. E. Team: GLOCKWORKS;Clay Faulkner, Ivan Gelo, Craig Stapp2nd L. E. Team: Phoenix P.D.;Juan Garza, Hector Gonzalez, RichHartson3rd L. E. Team: Palo VerdeNuclear Security; Ed Krafton, JosephG. Pompa, Dave Zentz

1st Unlimited Class: SurajateSamerpong1st Competition Class: YutakaYokomachi

Keystone State BallisticChallenge IIGSSF Match

Topton Fish & Game/ToptonAction & Practical ShootersTopton, PennsylvaniaApril 18-19, 1998

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: Roger Read1st B Class: David O’Brien1st C Class: Royal SawyerHigh (Adult) Female: TinaHunsickerHigh Junior Female: Mary PotterHigh Junior Male: Jamey AzerskyHigh Senior: Anthony StrunkHigh Subcompact: Gary Bertolet1st Dealer Team: Pistol People;Rich Barlow, Paul Benjamin, NoahGladstone2nd Dealer Team: Pistol People;Ken Jankowitz, Rod Maile, JimMcSmith3rd Dealer Team: Pistol People;Joan Bernardo, Mark Otto, BobStrohm

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: Ken Wegman1st B Class: Michael AdamsHigh L.E. Female: Toni DragottaHigh Subcompact L.E.: KenWegman1st L. E. Team: NYS Marine Patrol;Ralph Azersky, Guy Kulwanoski, GaryHellmers2nd L. E. Team: Suffolk CountyP.D.; John P. Koenig, Jeff Linn,George Smit1st Unlimited Class: ChrisGosselin1st Competition Class: RogerRead

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GSSF Match ScheduleGSSF Match ScheduleJuly11-12 Indianapolis, IN

Eagle Creek Park Pistol RangeHoosier State Regional Classic III

25-26 St. Paul, MNOakdale Gun ClubNorthern Lakes Regional Classic VI

25-26 Harvard, MAHarvard Sportsmens’ ClubNew England Regional Classic VII

August1-2 Shelton, WA

Shelton Rifle & Pistol ClubNorthwestern Regional Classic VI

22-23 Westhampton, L.I., New YorkPine Barrens Sportsmens’ FacilityLong Island Regional Classic V

22-23 Lexington, KYBluegrass Sportsmens’ LeagueBluegrass Regional Classic

29-30 Waldorf, MDSt. Charles Sportsmens’ ClubCapitol Classic III

See your Volume 1 Reference Edition for maps!

Lone Star Classic VIGSSF Match

Dallas Pistol ClubCarrollton, TexasMay 2-3, 1998

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: Justin West1st B Class: Jerry Boydstun1st C Class: Chance BackestHigh (Adult) Female: DorisSiebertHigh Junior Female: LindseyJacksonHigh Junior Male: LukeBoechmanHigh Senior: Doug AdamsHigh Challenger: Jim MillerHigh Subcompact: Mike Wood1st Dealer Team: Benton GunClub; Mark Boeckman, Paul Stiedle,Mike Wood2nd Dealer Team: WilhiteShooting Academy; Joe Kwan, WalleyLam, Jim Martin3rd Dealer Team: AOC; SerinaCox, Will Cox, E. H. Hammond

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: Richard Dobbs1st B Class: William Hooge

1st C Class: Chris ButterworthHigh L.E. Female: Louise HusseyHigh Subcompact L.E.: RoyMyers1st L. E. Team: San Antonio PoliceSWAT; Alexander Devora, DanielEarnest, Henry Humphrey2nd L. E. Team: Shreveport Police;Mike Laing, David Reccia, MatthewSharpley3rd L. E. Team: Dallas Police;Louise Hussey, Jack Perritt, GeorgeWiley1st Unlimited Class: BryanWilhite1st Unlimited Class: HenryHumphrey

Empire State RegionalClassic VGSSF Match

Pathfinders Gun ClubFulton, New YorkMay 9-10, 1998

CIVILIAN:1st A Class: Fred Rios1st B Class: Tim Rawcliffe1st C Class: Dan MontimurroHigh (Adult) Female: Pamela Wells

High Junior Male: Rob ThompsonHigh Senior: Bill RunionsHigh Challenger: Thomas AntosHigh Subcompact: Henry Bick1st Dealer Team: Bell City; JamesFernandes, Fred Rios, Royal Sawyer2nd Dealer Team: Randy’sShooting Center; Randal J. Ellman,Ken MacAlpine, Brian K. Smithers3rd Dealer Team: Tauris Holsters;Henry J. Bick, Ron Mandronico,Michael Bick

LAW ENFORCEMENT:1st A Class: Lewis Warner1st B Class: David Doyle1st C Class: Ed WilliamsHigh L.E. Female: Toni DragottaHigh Subcompact L.E.: KenWegman1st L. E. Team: Onondaga CountyS. D.; Paul Brennan, Harry Homer,David Mason2nd L. E. Team: New York StateP.D.; John Brunner, Paul Calderwood,Lanny Kinner3rd L. E. Team: New York StateDEC.; Robert B. Gillan, Rick S. Henry,Michael G. Wheeler1st Unlimited Class: TomCostanza1st Competition Class: RogerRead

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Member’s CornerMember’s CornerPistol Giveaway WinnersPistol Giveaway WinnersPistol WinnerI ’m sending along a picture of my GLOCK REPORT

addict husband who stood outside waiting for themailperson to arrive so that he could check out thenew courses of fire for his next GSSF match. Youguessed it—he’s not alone in his addiction! That’s our four month old son checking out the competitionto see how he is going to fare in his first match! Boyswill be boys!

K. & J. DeMatos

California

Range Bag WinnerH ere is a story that some of your readers may

enjoy. In 1993 I went to work for a small-town police department, and at the time all I had was a veryold 1911 type .45 ACP. Though in good repair, the 1911had seen better days. I began actively searching for the perfect handgun (if such a thing exists). A friend suggested the GLOCK and let me try his G17. I knewright then and there that the GLOCK was the weaponfor me.

After checking the local gun shops I was able to buya G21 in .45 Auto. I had yet to tell my wife about my purchase. That weekend, my wife and I were at the local range for some informal target practice with 22s.A friend of mine approached and said “Hey, how doyou like the new GLOCK?” The ride home was veryquiet, but we came to the understanding that a firearmis a tool of my trade, and that tool should be the bestthat is available.

The GLOCK has been with me for four years now,and it has never jammed or given me any reason to regret my purchase. I now work for an agency that issues another brand of pistol, but when I take off myuniform at the end of the day, the GLOCK goes into myoff-duty holster. And, as soon as I can, I’m going to getmy wife a GLOCK too!

T. M. Emery

Maine

Family FunL ast November, I competed in my first GLOCK

match. It was a family event for us, as shooting athome often is, with my wife, daughter and my in-lawsattending as well. We didn’t shoot as well as we wouldhave liked, but I’ll be there next year hoping to do better. Your staff was most accommodating and a pleasure to bearound.

H o w e v e r ,the greatest im-pression left onme was thepleasure ofmeeting and in-troducing mynine year olddaughter to aw o n d e r f u lyoung personwe met that af-ternoon. I im-mediately rec-ognized the seventeen yearold cheerleaderand past High Junior Female Champion (and High Jr.Female of this match as it turned out) who was fea-tured in a previous GLOCK REPORT. It was so nice formy daughter to meet M. D., the young champion fromGeorgia whose GLOCK REPORT letter I’ve read to mydaughter many times.

Hopefully, my daughter will look up to M. D. andyoung people of this clean-cut nature that we saw atthe match. What we encountered at the local mall afterthe shoot only magnified a parent’s wish for good rolemodels. Earrings everywhere, strange wild hairdosand colors, and far away spaced-out looks were quitea contrast to M. D. and the GLOCK shoot types. Thankyou, GLOCK, for making this opportunity to exposemy daughter to good role models, and thanks to M. D.for being so nice to my daughter, and for being such agood role model.

R. R.

South Carolina

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Member’s CornerMember’s CornerCustomer ServiceI just wanted to write as a new member and say that

what I have seen of your organization really im-presses me. Example: I registered for the GSSF inJanuary and didn’t hear anything for a month and ahalf, so I called the Foundation. When I called, I wasgreeted by a nice and friendly representative who in-formed me that my application was being processed,and if I didn’t receive my information in about 2 weeksto call back. Well, 2 weeks went by and I hadn’t re-ceived my package and called back. Once again, I wasgreeted by a friendly representative who apologizedfor the delay and told me what was going on—thatthey were shorthanded and behind, but that my appli-cation was processed and the package would beshipped soon. It’s not very often that a company actu-ally tells you exactly what is going on and apologizesfor it. Very good customer service.

Next, I want to shoot in more GSSF matches, butthere are only 3 in the Midwest. Can more be arrangedor organized? Keep up the excellent service!

T. F.

Iowa

Extreme ConditionsF ellow shooters, I

like to put myGLOCKS to the ex-tremes. From high atopthe below-freezing tem-peratures of the RockyMountains to the blow-ing sands in the plains,I’ve never experienced a malfunction or jam.That’s why I own sixG L O C K S — G 1 7 , G17L, G19, G21, G26 andG30. With over 10,000rounds total through allof them, I believe I’ve gotan armory that will out-live me. Happy Shooting.

P. DeC.

Colorado

Generations

I thought I should take time to write to the GLOCKREPORT for two reasons. The first to tell you how

durable my gun has been the past 10 years, and to tellthe story of my now 14-year old son, Adam.

I started shooting pistols at age 21, and it has beenmy stress relief for my sometimes overwhelming busi-ness trials. In 1990 I started shooting IPSC, and the bugbit me. I had a compensator made for my G17, andbought an aftermarket 31⁄2 lb. trigger and really beganto practice.

I used to shoot this same GLOCK in Major, whichIPSC now prohibits. My 130 gr bullets were travelingover 1400 fps. I shot the gun for a full season with notroubles, then bought my second G17 for a carry gun. Ishot this first G17 and passed it on to 3 of my 5 kids astheir starting IPSC gun. Over 250,000 rounds of major,minor, jacketed and lead bullets have been shotthrough this gun without a single replacement part tokeep it functioning.

My shooting buddy, Pat Kelley, a master class IPSCshooter, borrowed this gun in 1995 and won the Coeurd’Alene, Idaho GLOCK match, and won his ownGLOCK .40. This past year, my 14-year old son, Adam,won the Junior division and $75 with my carry G17. Ibought a G17L, placed second and won $50 this year,too.

I do have to work a lot building my dreams, but myhobby has been passed on to another generation ofyounger and SAFER Americans. I intend to pass onand teach my grandchildren the same principles thatmy children now possess.

B. S.

Washington State

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Superb ShootingI first learned about GSSF last fall, even though I

have owned GLOCK pistols since they first becameavailable in the USA. New friends interested me inshooting the GLOCK match in San Antonio, so I re-cruited my fiancée, and we decided to shoot it. It wasGREAT!

I’m confident in my shooting skills. But I thoughtthat my real hope in doing well at the GLOCK matchwould be in the Senior category, because I wasn’t realsure I could do well against those “kids” I knew wouldalso be there.

When we left the match, I only felt “OK” about myperformance. I didn’t think I shot as well as I shouldhave, or could have. I thought my practice scores werebetter, and I should have performed at least as well asI did in practice. I consoled myself by saying “…atleast I had fun.”

When I retrieved phone messages and heard Vel sayI won two pistols, I was so excited and surprised, Icould hardly believe it. But I was under the impressionat the time that I won those pistols in the Senior cate-gory. I was mistaken about the rules. An even more ex-citing and happy surprise came when I got the MatchResults in the mail and learned I won, not because Iwas a Senior, but because I posted the best overallscore of the match. WOW! As you know, I also wonHigh Senior.

I just received my upgraded prizes yesterday, andam thrilled. I ordered two compensated Model G17s,and gave one to my best shooting buddy, my fiancée.We will see you again and again at future localmatches. The last one was really fun.

Also, I really must express my appreciation for thecomment on the check stub for winning High Senior.Someone wrote “You are really good,” in feminine hand-writing. I assume it was Vel. That comment meant moreto me than the money. Thank you, whoever you are.

G. U.

Texas

Great GSSF Attitudes

I still can’t believe the Keystone State BallisticChallenge II drew as many entries as it did consid-

ering the horrendous weather on Sunday! I learnedquite a few things about GSSF competitors, not theleast of which is their undaunted enthusiasm for com-peting with their GLOCKS. Their spirit could not bedampened (pun intended) by the foul weather. I alsofound them to be very pleasant, regardless of their skilllevel, and they seemed genuinely appreciative of theeffort expended to provide them with a place to com-pete. Too often the IPSC shooters I normally associatewith feel they are owed something by the match ad-ministrators, and often have a less than charitable atti-tude when it comes to helping out at a match. GSSFshooters on the other hand, seem to recognize thatthere is NO PLACE TO SHOOT without match offi-cials and GSSF. The GSSF staff deserves a salute forthe professionalism you bring to the shooting sports,and I heartily thank you for all your assistance.

Tina is still thrilled over winning the R. O. awardgun! We talked it over, and we are going to select a G22for her. It will be a great base gun to use in future GSSF matches, and we intend to make the local ones when we can. I look forward to arranging next year’smatch already, because I KNOW it will be even more successful! Thanks again for all your assistance.

D. M.

Pennsylvania

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Member’s CornerMember’s CornerA True MasterI am an avid GLOCK

owner, carrier andshooter. I would like tothank all the folks atGLOCK for their interestin the shooting sportsand especially their inter-est in new shooters.There are so many peo-ple out there who wouldnever think of getting upin front of a crowd tocompete if it weren’t forthe laid-back atmosphereyou create. I have brought several new shooters toyour matches who have said “I don’t want to be embarrassed when I don’t shoot as well as everyoneelse.” I told them everyone has to start somewhere.Where else can you get the chance to win a GLOCK for being a new shooter?

I started shooting competitively in April of 1988. Ishot my first match after watching only once. I sawthat everyone there was not a match winner, and therefore, there were some worse than me. This onlyspurred my desire to be as fast and accurate as thebest person there. My first club classification was “Dclass,” and about a year later my first USPSA class was“C.” In May of 1990 I won my first club match. Alongthe way, I placed in the top five of numerous state andsection matches. I worked my way up through theranks, and in April of 1994 I achieved the rank ofMaster. I felt I had reached my goal, but then realized I now had my work cut out for me. The easy days are over, and now I’ve really got to work to keep up.

Once again, I’d like to thank Vel, Scott, Chris and allthe rest of the GLOCK crew for what they have donefor the shooting sports, and especially Gaston Glockfor making it possible.

Keep on GLOCK’in.

S. M.

North Carolina

Protected ProtectorsM y wife and I feel we are fully ready to battle the

criminal elements when we hit the countyroads. Trusting our lives will be protected by our train-ing, our bullet-proof vests and the best combat pistolsin the world. Our GLOCKs’ accuracy, reliability andsafeties assure us that if an armed confrontation oc-curs, we will not have to worry about stray bullets,ADs or jammed guns. I carry a G21 because the gun fits

my hand well, and I like the .45 caliber round. My wifecarries a G19 because the gun fits her smaller hand,she likes the 9 mm round and with night sights, sheshoots better at night than during the day.

We just wanted to say thanks to GLOCK for makingsuch a fine firearm. We are proud to carry them, andwhen asked what kind of guns they are, we say “Oursidearms are GLOCKs, the safest and best firearms inthe world.”

T. D.

Oklahoma

Safe With GLOCKI am a police officer

with the Hollis PoliceDepartment in Hollis,Oklahoma. I am glad to beable to express my opinionsin the GLOCK REPORT.First of all, I have ownedmany different brands ofguns. I have never felt saferthan when I put a G21 in my holster. GLOCK’s threesafety system is great, andas you know, safety is most

important on the street. My GLOCKs have never mal-functioned (my backup is a G30). So I know that if Ineed them they will be ready to go without any jam-ming or other malfunction. GLOCK is truly the gun forlaw enforcement, as well as the shooting enthusiast.Also, because GLOCKs have fewer parts, maintenanceis a lot easier. Hey, since GLOCK is on a roll, how abouta .50 cal.??? Congratulations on the F.B.I. contract. Iknow the F.B.I. will be as satisfied with their GLOCKsas I am with mine. GLOCK and law enforcement makea truly winning combination.

S. G.

Oklahoma

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A Dream FulfilledI am writing to the GLOCK REPORT at the request

of my husband. He has been legally blind since hewas 16 years old, yet he has always loved guns andshooting sports. You can imagine the obstacles he hashad to overcome to enable him to achieve some of hisdreams in this regard. We just want to let the fine folks at GLOCK know how much we appreciate the opportunity to participate in their matches through the“high challenger” class. My husband competed for thefirst time three years ago in the Empire State RegionalClassic at Fulton’s Pathfinder Gun Club. GaryThompson and other club members were very helpfuland gracious in their reception. A very special thanks also to Chris Edwards who assisted him in aiming/shooting and whose support and encourage-ment meant more than he may realize. Vel Carmonawas also extremely supportive and helpful in speakingwith my husband over the phone numerous times tomake all the arrangements ahead of time. This yearChris was unable to attend the Empire State match, but Scott Gilbertson stepped right into his role andgave the assistance needed to facilitate my husband’s participation.

All of the terrific staff at GLOCK have given my husband so very much—prize money, a beautifulplaque for “the most persistent” shooter, pride and self-respect; but MOST importantly—a chance to fulfill oneof his dreams!! For that, we both say THANK YOU!!

P. A.

New York

GSSF SupportI am writing to compliment the GSSF shooting pro-

gram and Chris Edwards for their outstanding sup-port to all their competitors. While attending a GSSFmatch in Fulton, NY, I watched as Chris gave his sup-port to a blind man who had entered the GSSF match.I can only describe it as a very heart-warming sight,and by the expression on the shooter’s face you couldsee the enjoyment he had being able to compete in areal shooting match. GSSF and Chris Edwards areclearly the best of the best for the shooting sports

T. O’N.

New York

Sheriff’s ChoiceImust say, this is the first

time I have written to afirearms company praisingthe merits of the firearmthat they manufacture. Ispent thirty years of myNaval career around smallarms, which was the basicColt .45 Auto Pistol. I feltthat there was no bettersidearm made for personalprotection.

Then in 1994, after my retirement, I joined theSheriff’s Office as a deputy. Chesapeake Sheriff’sOffice had just completed the transition and change-over to the new GLOCK 19 pistol in 1987/88. I mustconfess that I had some doubts about the performanceof the GLOCK and me being able to make the transi-tion to the new service pistol…I was WRONG. I am aconvert to the GLOCK pistol and will sing the praisesof my GLOCK 19.

Since then, I have joined the GSSF and look forwardto some range time with the rest of the GLOCK familyof shooters. I thank you again for an outstanding prod-uct, and know that it will serve me well. As with mostlaw enforcement officers, I hope that I will never needto use my GLOCK in the protection of others; but Iknow that it will be ready if that time were to arrive.

As of this writing, the Chesapeake Sheriff’s Officehas about 90% of its 300 officers successfully transi-tioned to the GLOCK 19.

W. E. S.

Virginia

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