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Living With Glocks: The Complete Guide to the New Standard in Combat Handguns

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Living with Glocks contains some "advice" that is, to be charitable, macho BS. "If you are going to shoot somebody, make sure you shoot him dead" is the sort of thing drunken Rednecks say in bars because they think it makes them sound like "Real Men". Anyone who genuinely knows about self defense will tell you that lethal force is always a last resort, and even then you only shoot to stop an attacker. You stop shooting as soon as the attack stops. Period. And 99.999% of the people who carry firearms for self defense would be delighted to use a non-lethal means of defense if a truly effective one existed. But since "setting phasers on stun" only works on television...

Mr. Boatman is kind of like someone who wrote an otherwise interesting history of motorcycles, but insists on trying to promote the idea that that it's OK to to use them to drag race down main street during rush hour. If you're new to shooting, I wouldn't recommend his book at all. If you're considering (legally) carrying a pistol for self defense, then I'd suggest you start with the excellent book "In the Gravest Extreme" by Mas Ayoob before considering even leafing through "Living with Glocks".

But having said all that, if you're already a fan of Glock pistols, or are considering getting one, then you might find this book interesting. Many gun reviews just give you the sterile specifications. "Living with Glocks" goes further and tries to gives you a feel for what Glocks are like. The author obviously enjoys shooting Glocks and manages to convey that fun to his readers. He makes some good points on the fact that some "training" methods don't always serve you very well in the real world and has training suggestions of his own that are well worth listening to. The book contains an overview of the entire Glock line (although not the newest 45 GAP pistols) and separate chapters on several of the more intriguing models. Also included are chapters even more exotic (and in the US, severely restricted) silenced and full-auto Glocks.


Again, I don't agree with many of his opinions. I'm a staunch supporter of the Second Amendment myself, but Mr Boatman goes so far overboard as to give other pro-gun people a bad name. But if you know that going in, then it's still an enjoyable book. Read it carefully and you're sure to learn a few interesting things you didn't know before.

This is just a collection of the kinda random essays about how the author feels about the glock and topics realted to shooting. It covers no topic particularly well and seems like a cash in on Glocks. There's simply not much here. Big type, lots space on the page. Chapter titles include "The Great Glock Watermelon Shoot" and "The Constituional Right and Social Obligation to Carry a Gun". Unless Robert H. Boatman's innermost feelings are particularly important to you, skip this one.

It's about a self-absorbed, ignorant, and rude soap-box stand by a half-wit author who knows very little about Glocks, and even less about being a professional. (This is not speculation, it's proven in his book). This book was full of comments like, "They deserve it", referring to people getting shot that carry high-capacity Glocks that the author doesn't like. This guy not only should not have embarrassed the proud and honorable firearms community by writing this book, he should not be allowed to carry (or even own) a firearm because of his attitude about "shooting people". Highly inappropriate for a supposed "reference book".

If you want a book with very one-sided political views that's written by a big-talker that doesn't substantiate what he's ranting about, then buy this book. If you want to learn a lot about Glocks as I did when I made the purchase, this is not the book for you.

This author is dangerous because he is intelligent enough to write, but too foolish to temper his attitude, and WAY to heavy on unsubstantiated political rants.

This is one of the greatest wastes of printers ink that I have had the misfortune to read in some time. Regrettably, the content is fractured, the writing style poor and the level of information, average at best. If you want a trip through the authors tortured ramblings on politics with some side commentary on Glocks, buy it. Otherwise, don't waste your time. It's a fine example of a little knowledge being a dangerous thing. Buy Kaswers book, it may be slightly dated (ie new models have appeared since the time of writing), but at least you'll learn about Glocks.

I'm a little confused by the few low ratings that this book has received. It appears to me that those people did not bother to read beyond the first chapter.

I found this book to be very informative on the different Glock models, carry options and accessories. The final chapter on the Second Amendment and the responsibilities for concealed carry are definitely worth reading at a minimum. But I highly recommend reading the entire text.

I would recommend this book for anyone that is shopping for a Glock.

Not the best book about Glock handguns. Constant babble about politics will date this book quickly, the authors narrow-minded opinions make it a painful read.

I don't know where you get the idea this guy is a known authority on Glocks. First I've heard of that. As other reviewers mention he only focuses on the Glock he likes and ignores the rest. This is a book that you can get everything out of by flipping through in 15 minutes. He wanders off the subject constantly with his nutty political opinions. One picture in the book shows two heads of prisoners from a south american country who were killed in a prison riot. What does that have to do with Glocks?

The author definitely has his favorite Glock pistols and many of the others are just barely mentioned or given the "stay away from this one" treatment. He had his opportunity to redeem himself in the great watermelon shoot, where he and some colleagues took the guns out to the range and test fired them using different types of ammo and measuring the results with a chronograph . It appears that he only took four Glocks and one 1911 Colt along for the shoot however. Those were the Glocks in the calibers that he raves about.
The author also lists his web site but it is nothing more than a porn site now.
I did feel that his coverage of concealed carry and Glock accesories were pretty helpful although I can't see why an ordinary citizen would need to carry more that one concealed firearm.
It's an ok read but if your in the market for a new Glock I would recommend that you dont use this as your only research tool.

Robert Boatman does an amazing job detailing and describing the different types and models of Glock hand guns. He also makes a point to write about what each one is best suited for (I found this part about each review to be exceptional). I was VERY new to the world of firearms and this book was truly a blessing; it answered every question I thought of and even ones that I should have thought about! His vast experience with firearms is something not to take lightly and should be respected. If one even thinks about purchasing a firearm to protect themselves as well as their loved ones, Robert Boatman makes some very valid and logical points that one must accept. Other readers have stated that they thought he was too opinionated on certain models and/or biased, I found this to be a good thing and decided to purchase a G36. He describes this model as exquisite defense and I have to say, it truly is. I couldn't be happier with my new little friend. If you're interested in GLOCKS or you're a newbie like I was, this is the book for you....highly recommended.

Good book covers all models of glock pistols
Very informative I would recommend the book
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