Why Glock Is Discontinuing 35 Pistols!

Published on May 1, 2025
Duration: 9:50

Classic Firearms discusses Glock's decision to discontinue numerous pistol models, including many Gen 4 variants and specific MOS configurations. The video features Shane Coley, Glock Team Captain, explaining this as 'SKU rationalization' to streamline production and focus on high-demand models. The Glock 47 is presented as a successor to the G17 MOS, and the decline of the .40 S&W caliber is also discussed.

Quick Summary

Glock is discontinuing many pistol models, including Gen 4 variants and MOS configurations, as part of 'SKU rationalization' to streamline production. The Glock 47 is positioned as the successor to the G17 MOS, and the trend away from .40 S&W towards improved 9mm ballistics is noted.

Chapters

  1. 00:13Glock Discontinuation Overview
  2. 00:54The Discontinued List
  3. 03:35Glock's Official Explanation
  4. 05:07The Glock 47 Transition
  5. 06:19The Decline of .40 Caliber

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Glock discontinuing so many pistol models?

Glock is discontinuing numerous pistol models as part of a strategy called 'SKU rationalization.' This aims to simplify production, reduce manufacturing complexity, and focus resources on the most in-demand firearms for consumers and law enforcement.

What is replacing the discontinued Glock 17 MOS?

The Glock 47 is presented as the functional successor to the discontinued Glock 17 MOS. It features a full-size frame compatible with G19-length recoil systems and is optics-ready (MOS).

What is the significance of the Glock 19M?

The Glock 19M is a specialized variant developed for the FBI contract, incorporating Gen 5 features and specific modifications tailored to the agency's requirements, highlighting Glock's ability to produce custom runs.

Why is the .40 S&W caliber becoming less common?

Advancements in 9mm ammunition technology have significantly improved its ballistic performance, making it competitive with .40 S&W. This, combined with lower recoil, has led many agencies to transition back to 9mm.

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