I Was Wrong: Gen V is Even More Underwhelming

Published on November 12, 2025
Duration: 4:03

The Glock Gen 5 V models represent a subtle, yet frustrating, update. While the core trigger and user experience remain unchanged from standard Gen 5 Glocks, specific modifications to the slide's bottom, including protrusions interacting with the sear and a thinned striker, render them incompatible with existing Gen 5 parts. This loss of parts interchangeability is a significant drawback for owners who value modularity.

Quick Summary

The Glock Gen 5 V models introduce slide modifications with new metal protrusions that interact with the sear, and a thinned striker. These changes, while not altering the core trigger experience, render the slides incompatible with standard Gen 5 parts, frustrating owners who value parts interchangeability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Wrong Speculation on Glock V
  2. 00:17Glock's Underwhelming Update: Gen 5 V Models
  3. 00:23Slide Part Changes & Incompatibility
  4. 00:38User Experience Remains the Same
  5. 00:42Annoyance for Modularity Fans
  6. 00:56Gen 5 Glocks with Slide Silly Shapes
  7. 01:01Examining Internal Changes
  8. 01:13Bottom of the Slide Modifications
  9. 01:22Firing Pin Vertical Extension Changes
  10. 01:25Thinned Striker for Protrusions
  11. 01:32Metal Strip Extension Comparison
  12. 01:59Back Side of the Slide: Striker Plate
  13. 02:09Trigger Housing and Trigger Bar
  14. 02:23Comparison to Gen 3/4 to Gen 5 Changes
  15. 02:32Metal vs. Plastic Protrusions
  16. 02:47Loss of Parts Interchangeability
  17. 02:54Anticipation for Hands-On Review
  18. 03:06Frustration with Parts Incompatibility
  19. 03:19Glock Gen 6 Leaks
  20. 03:32Glock Talk Forum Discovery
  21. 03:39Speculations on Gen 6
  22. 03:49Conclusion and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between Glock Gen 5 V models and standard Gen 5 Glocks?

The primary difference lies in the slide modifications of the Gen 5 V models. They feature new metal protrusions on the bottom of the slide that interact with the sear, and a slightly thinned striker. These changes render them incompatible with standard Gen 5 slide parts.

Does the Glock Gen 5 V have a different trigger than standard Gen 5 Glocks?

No, the trigger and user experience are reported to be the same for the Glock Gen 5 V models as for standard Gen 5 Glocks. The internal trigger housing and trigger bar part numbers also appear identical.

Why are Glock Gen 5 V models frustrating for gun owners?

The frustration stems from the loss of parts interchangeability. The modifications to the slide prevent owners from using standard Gen 5 parts on the V models, which is a significant drawback for those who value modularity and customization.

Are the new modifications on the Glock Gen 5 V slide easy to remove?

The new metal protrusions on the Gen 5 V slide are in a critical area and are significantly harder to modify or remove compared to older plastic frame enhancements. It would likely require specialized tools like a milling machine.

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