Glock 29SF informal test in hog heads

[RevJim]

 I just got my Glock 29SF back from my smith who put a Rocket 3.5# connector in, added Ameriglo nite sights. I got my Lone Wolf standard drop in barrel and 21# recoil spring/guide rod from Wolff same time. Put it all together last night and got to use it today!
 A friend of mine and my SIL were scheduled to shoot a hog each up in Corinne, Utah today. ( Utah has banned pig hunting as of May 8!) I went along and they each got their hogs, two nice 300# or so sows, both shot at close range ( 30-30 Improved and 9.3x62 rifles used) After we took pics ( picks coming later) I asked if I could test my handgun and loads on the dead hogs heads.They were happy to do so!
 I had two loads, the DT 230 WFNGC and the Buffalo Bore 155 TAC-XP load. Used the DT 230 on the first hog, from behind the ear to right temple area, got complete penetration from about 3ft away ( typical range of a finishing shot for me) skull/brain/ fat/ thick skin! I was impressed.
 Second hog, I used the DT 155 TAC-XP, same distance but from temple to temple. I found the bullet under the skin on the off side, complete penetration, shattered the skull inside, and it had a complete mushroom, classic look with all the petals rolled back! I was extremely pleased as I wanted to carry this round for a carry load. With the 21# recoil spring, recoil felt like a +P+ 9mm, very easy and pleasant to shoot! This from a handgun that weighs about the same as a Glock 23!
  I don't "hunt" with a handgun, but use one for incidental shots, protection,etc. I am glad I went with this set up for my use. Even a FA '97 with 5.5" barrel in.45 colt felt like a brick compared to this one on my belt! I haven't chroned either of these loads, but will later on.

[Lloyd Smale]

I couldnt dream up a better black gun to carry on a hunt. Compact, reliable, lightweight and powerful enough for about any purpose.

[RevJim]

 I should add that the hog I shot with the DT 230 was laying on the ground, and the hog I shot with the 155 TAC-HP was in the p/u but had it's head swinging over the end of the tailgate. I'm sure if it's head was on the ground there would have been enough resistance and it would have completely penetrated also.
  I wanted the 155 TAC hog to have its head swinging so as to more closely resemble a bad guy shoot. I really liked the looks of the 155 expanded bullet, as soon as I find my camera cable, I'll download a picture I have of it.
  So far, I can't tell any difference between this G29 and the G23/19 for carry bulk,etc. I have a good Kydex IWB (JS Holsters) and they all feel the same to me. I just saw a video of a guy who converted a G33 to .40 and shot the hot Buffalo Bore 155 HP and it gave a good showing, but that is a small pistol indeed. I could have bought a LW barrel for my G23 gen 4 and shoot the hotter ammo,like the DT 200gr hard cast,  but I had sold it a few months earlier, and I decided to just go back to the G29SF. I am glad I did.

[ftw]

Interesting. I have handgun hunted for quite a few years and bought a G29SF last year and carried it all during deer season but the deer refused to let me shoot them.

I then spent three days hunting some hogs and they too refused to allow me to test my Glock.

I plan to stay with it again this year and test it out. Mine is stock except for a heavier recoil spring and some Ameriglo sights. I am using handloaded Hornady 180 XTP's.

As your test indicate, I have no doubt the 10mm will be deadly on deer and hogs with a well placed shot.

I agree the G29 carries very well in the woods. I use a three slot leather holster and wear it cross draw which makes it very handy when sitting in a tree stand.
During hunting season I just switched the G29 with my normal CCW G30 and carried the G29 using the same holster.

[cwlongshot]

Jim,


I would very much like to see your pictures... I hope you have found your cable so you can upload them!!

CW