Glock 17 vs Glock 47

Published on May 23, 2025
Duration: 1:15

This video compares the Glock 17 and Glock 47, highlighting their near-identical specifications including barrel length, grip, and the Gen 5's short timing 19 system. The primary difference lies in the slide's balance: the Glock 47 has slightly more mass in the front, resulting in less perceived recoil and a flatter shooting experience. The Glock 17's lighter front slide causes more rearward load transfer, leading to a slightly higher muzzle rise.

Quick Summary

The main difference between the Glock 17 and Glock 47 is slide balance. The Glock 47 has a front-heavy slide for reduced muzzle rise and a flatter shooting experience. The Glock 17's lighter front slide causes more rearward load transfer, leading to slightly more muzzle flip. Both pistols share identical barrel lengths, grips, and Gen 5 systems.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Glock 17 vs Glock 47 Differences
  2. 00:05Identical Components: Barrel, Grip, Gen 5 System
  3. 00:28Key Difference: Slide Balance
  4. 00:34Glock 47: Front-Heavy Slide & Load Transfer
  5. 00:43Glock 17: Lighter Front Slide & Muzzle Rise
  6. 00:56Summary: Shooting Characteristics
  7. 01:06Personal Preference: 47 vs 17

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between the Glock 17 and Glock 47?

The primary difference lies in the slide's balance. The Glock 47 has slightly more mass in the front of its slide, which reduces perceived recoil and muzzle flip. The Glock 17's lighter front slide causes more load transfer to the rear, resulting in a bit more muzzle rise during firing.

Are the Glock 17 and Glock 47 mechanically identical?

Mechanically, they are very similar. Both feature the same barrel length, grip size, and utilize the Gen 5's short timing 19 system. The main distinction is the weight distribution within the slide, impacting shooting dynamics.

How does the slide balance affect the shooting experience of the Glock 17 and 47?

The Glock 47's front-heavy slide leads to a flatter shooting experience with less muzzle rise. The Glock 17, with its lighter front slide, transfers more load to the rear, causing the muzzle to lift slightly more, making it feel 'softer' but move a bit more.

Which Glock is better, the 17 or the 47?

Personal preference plays a significant role. The Glock 47 is favored for its flatter shooting characteristics. However, the Glock 17 is also highly enjoyable to shoot, with the speaker expressing great fun with both models, indicating neither is definitively 'better' for all shooters.

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