Brit, sorry to hear about your friends finger and your other friend drowning, however I do not use the thumb in the trigger guard press check style, depending on the situation and where I can safely point the gun, I use my thumb and pointer finger of my off hand to grip the front cocking serrations, either from above or below the gun, nothing in front of the muzzle, and check it.
Wild Bill, It is not that I hate Glocks, or love them either. They are a tool for a job. I selected it for the job I intended it for, but often Glock threads induce rage in even the most leveled headed of people. You cannot shake a stick at all the aftermarket and holster / carry options more readily available for a Glock. They are a work horse I don't mind getting wet / keeping wet for long periods of time, not that my 1911's and Sigs and XYZ brand wouldn't be up for the task, I would much rather abuse a Glock.
Wild Bill, It is not that I hate Glocks, or love them either. They are a tool for a job. I selected it for the job I intended it for, but often Glock threads induce rage in even the most leveled headed of people. You cannot shake a stick at all the aftermarket and holster / carry options more readily available for a Glock. They are a work horse I don't mind getting wet / keeping wet for long periods of time, not that my 1911's and Sigs and XYZ brand wouldn't be up for the task, I would much rather abuse a Glock.