Glock GenV Still NOT California Legal!?! (No Real Changes to Function)

Published on November 18, 2025
Duration: 11:01

The video analyzes the Glock Gen 5's internal changes in relation to California's firearm laws. It concludes that despite minor modifications, the Gen 5 likely remains non-compliant due to the continued use of a cruciform trigger bar and the potential for conversion to fully automatic with aftermarket parts. The changes appear to be primarily for manufacturing unification and to deter the use of 'Glock switches'.

Quick Summary

Glock Gen 5 firearms may still be illegal in California due to their continued use of a cruciform trigger bar system, which is a key factor in the state's ban on firearms easily convertible to fully automatic. Minor internal changes in the Gen 5 primarily aim to deter aftermarket auto sear ('Glock switch') use, not to achieve legal compliance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Gen 5 Announcement & Speculation
  2. 00:41California Law & Glock Ban Context
  3. 01:12Initial Speculation: Bowing to Pressure vs. Outsmarting
  4. 01:44Analysis: Gen 5 Changes & CA Legality
  5. 02:21Internal Comparison: Gen 5 vs. Older Glocks
  6. 03:09Trigger Housing & Back Plate Changes
  7. 04:08Striker Foot Modification
  8. 04:45Trigger Bar Unchanged
  9. 05:23Biggest Change: Preventing Glock Switches
  10. 06:05Summary of Changes & Intent
  11. 06:48Will Gen 5 Be California Legal?
  12. 07:11Why Gen 5 Likely Fails CA Legal Test
  13. 07:57Conclusion: Glock's True Intentions
  14. 09:37Community Speculation vs. Reality
  15. 10:02Call to Action & Channel Support

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are Glock Gen 5 firearms potentially not legal in California?

California law bans firearms convertible to fully automatic via simple additions or common tools, citing the cruciform trigger bar system. Despite minor Gen 5 internal changes, the core cruciform trigger bar remains, and aftermarket auto sears ('Glock switches') can still be adapted, making them likely non-compliant.

What are the main internal changes in the Glock Gen 5?

The Glock Gen 5 features a slightly longer trigger housing lock tab, a modified back plate outline, and a narrower striker foot. These changes are primarily cosmetic or for manufacturing unification and do not significantly alter the firearm's function.

Did Glock change the Gen 5 to comply with California's firearm laws?

The video suggests Glock's primary motivation for Gen 5 changes was manufacturing unification and deterring the use of 'Glock switches' (auto sears), not California compliance. The core cruciform trigger bar, a key legal concern in California, remains unchanged.

How do the Glock Gen 5 changes affect the use of 'Glock switches'?

The Gen 5's modified back plate and striker foot profile are designed to prevent the easy installation of current 'Glock switches'. While not impossible, it requires modification of the switch or the firearm, making them less readily compatible.

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