New Glock Gen 6...Finally Fixed the Grip Angle!?!

Published on December 7, 2025
Duration: 7:41

The Yankee Marshal discusses the newly announced Glock Gen 6, highlighting significant ergonomic and aesthetic changes. Key updates include a more pronounced palm swell, an extended beaver tail, a textured thumb rest, an updated RTF grip texture, and a flat trigger. The most anticipated change is a potential alteration to the grip angle, which the speaker believes is a slight but potentially impactful adjustment based on visual comparisons.

Quick Summary

The new Glock Gen 6 features significant ergonomic upgrades, including a more pronounced palm swell, an extended beaver tail, and an updated RTF grip texture. Most notably, visual analysis suggests a subtle alteration to the grip angle, potentially a degree or two, which could enhance pointing characteristics for many users.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Glock Gen 6 Announcement
  2. 00:11Gen 6 Release Details
  3. 01:14Focus on Grip Angle
  4. 01:18Furfriends Fundraiser Reminder
  5. 01:58Gen 6 Physical Changes Overview
  6. 02:00Serrations and Slide Stop
  7. 02:06Optic System Update
  8. 02:14Beaver Tail and Thumb Rest
  9. 02:29Palm Swell and Grip Texture
  10. 02:46Flat Trigger
  11. 02:52Updated RTF Grip Texture
  12. 03:03Gen 5 Changes Retained
  13. 03:11Internal Similarities to Gen 5
  14. 03:33Liability and Glock Switches
  15. 03:47Overall Impression of Gen 6
  16. 04:02The Grip Angle Question
  17. 04:24Gen 5 G45 vs. Gen 6 G45 Comparison
  18. 04:39Grip Frame Changes Noted
  19. 04:47Subtle Grip Angle Shift
  20. 05:01Angle and Length Observations
  21. 05:06Side-by-Side and Overlay Analysis
  22. 05:15Expectations for Grip Angle Change
  23. 05:25Impact of Slight Differences
  24. 05:29Most Anticipated Improvements
  25. 05:36Overall Improvement Assessment
  26. 05:47Final Thoughts on Grip Angle
  27. 05:58Call to Action: Like and Share
  28. 06:05Overcoming YouTube Bias

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main ergonomic changes in the new Glock Gen 6?

The Glock Gen 6 introduces several ergonomic upgrades, including a more pronounced palm swell for better grip fit, an extended beaver tail, a textured thumb rest, and an updated RTF grip texture. These changes aim to improve handling and user comfort.

Has Glock finally changed the grip angle on the Gen 6 models?

Based on visual comparisons, the Glock Gen 6 appears to have a slightly altered grip angle, estimated to be a degree or two. While not a drastic change, this subtle adjustment could significantly impact how the firearm feels and points for some shooters.

What other physical updates can be expected on the Glock Gen 6?

Beyond ergonomics, the Glock Gen 6 features deeper serrations on the slide, a slightly larger slide stop, an updated optic system for easier RMR mounting, and a flat trigger. It also appears to retain the internal and external changes made in the Gen 5.

How does the Glock Gen 6 compare to the Gen 5?

The Gen 6 builds upon the Gen 5, retaining its internal design and some external features. However, the Gen 6 introduces more substantial ergonomic changes, including a modified grip angle, enhanced palm swell, extended beaver tail, and updated grip texture, which were not as prominent in the Gen 5.

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