Glock 45

Published on November 6, 2018
Duration: 29:35

The Glock 45 is a 9mm 'crossover' pistol combining a full-size G17 frame with a compact G19 slide, featuring Gen 5 enhancements like the nDLC finish and Marksman barrel. Despite its name, it's not a .45 ACP. It offers excellent balance and ergonomics, particularly for those with larger hands, while maintaining concealability.

Quick Summary

The Glock 45 is a 9mm pistol featuring a full-size Glock 17 frame and a compact Glock 19 slide, making it a 'crossover' design. It incorporates Gen 5 enhancements like the nDLC finish and Marksman barrel, offering a balance of ergonomics and concealability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Glock 45 (9mm Crossover)
  2. 00:55Understanding Glock's Model Naming System
  3. 02:32Glock 45 Design: G17 Frame + G19 Slide
  4. 03:55Glock 45 Range Test & Performance
  5. 06:16Glock 45 vs. 19X vs. Gen 5 G19 Comparison
  6. 08:07Gen 5 Features: nDLC Finish & Marksman Barrel
  7. 11:10Shooting Comparison: G17 vs G45 vs G19
  8. 13:40Glock 45 Trigger & Ergonomics Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the Glock 45?

Despite its name, the Glock 45 is chambered in 9mm Luger (9x19mm), not .45 ACP. Glock's model numbers often refer to their patent sequence rather than the caliber.

What makes the Glock 45 a 'crossover' pistol?

The Glock 45 is considered a 'crossover' because it combines a full-size Glock 17 frame with a compact Glock 19 slide. This design aims to offer the ergonomic benefits of a larger grip with the concealability of a shorter slide.

What are the key Gen 5 features on the Glock 45?

The Glock 45 includes Gen 5 enhancements such as the durable nDLC finish, an ambidextrous slide stop lever, and the Marksman barrel, which features enhanced polygonal rifling for improved accuracy.

How does the Glock 45 compare to the Glock 19X?

The Glock 45 shares the G17 frame and G19 slide combination with the 19X but lacks the 19X's lanyard loop and coyote finish. The G45 also features the Gen 5 improvements like the ambidextrous slide stop and the removal of the front grip cutout.

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