Originally Posted by Hillman

I have recently been hired for a part time officer position in a small western Mass hill town (all the officers are part time in this department). We purchase our own duty weapons, and our chief wants us to carry off duty as well. I'm looking for suggestions for something that will be good for duty, but also small enough to be concealable. I am a big guy but have medium sized hands. I used to have a glock 20, and found that frame just a bit too large for my hands to be comfortable. Also, being up in the hills, I'm told most times when I'll be on duty, my nearest backup will be 15 to 20 minutes away, so I want something with decent magazine capacity. So far, I'm thinking Glock 23, with G22 15 round magazines in my mag pouches. I'm thinking of .40, but willing to look at other options.

The chief is very proactive about us qualifying, getting plenty of range time in, as well as retention both on and off duty. I know that's a concern for many when you hear "part time officer", and it's understandable. If there are any specific training courses that would help me even more in this area, please tell me about them. I'm willing to foot the bill for whatever will make me a better p/t officer.

Thank you for your answers.

Originally Posted by PBC FL Cop

Glock 23 is decent for on/off duty. Also the Smith & Wesson 4516 is a good choice.

Congradulations on your new job and stay safe!!

Originally Posted by SOT_II

Yeah 15 minutes is a long time...I think you need a full auto clock conversion with a 30 ish round magazine.




Or maybe the LUSA



But seriously if your out by me "hill town" wise, drop me a PM you can try some stuff out for fun and educational purposes.