The Glock 47 GAME CHANGER- The new Glock 47 is here!

Published on January 12, 2023
Duration: 17:00

This review from Military Arms Channel critically examines the Glock 47, a pistol developed for a U.S. Customs and Border Protection contract. While acknowledging its reliability and modularity, the review highlights that the G47 represents a minor iteration rather than true innovation, especially when compared to the Glock 46's rotating barrel or the feature-rich offerings from competitors like Shadow Systems and Palmetto State Armory. The analysis includes live-fire velocity testing and a detailed comparison of its parts compatibility with other Glock models.

Quick Summary

The Glock 47, developed for a CBP contract, features a Glock 17-sized slide with a Glock 19 recoil system for modularity. While reliable, it's viewed as an iteration rather than true innovation, with competitors like Shadow Systems offering more features and value.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Glock 47
  2. 00:45Technical Design and Origins
  3. 02:03Modularity and Frame Compatibility
  4. 03:59Velocity Testing
  5. 07:39The Glock 46 and Missed Innovation
  6. 09:00Market Competition
  7. 13:41Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Glock 47 and why was it developed?

The Glock 47 is a pistol developed primarily for a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) contract. It features a Glock 17-sized slide and barrel but uses a Glock 19-length recoil system, designed for modularity and parts interchangeability with other Glock models.

How does the Glock 47's modularity work?

The Glock 47 slide is compatible with Glock 19 frames (Gen 4 and later). This allows users to combine the longer slide of the G47 with the shorter frame of a G19, creating a 'long slide' compact pistol configuration.

Is the Glock 47 a significant innovation from Glock?

According to the review, the Glock 47 is seen more as an iteration or 'parts shuffling' rather than a groundbreaking innovation, especially when compared to the Glock 46's rotating barrel system or the advanced features offered by competitors.

How does the Glock 47 perform in terms of velocity?

Live fire testing using a LabRadar indicated that the Glock 47's muzzle velocity with Norma 124gr ammunition showed negligible differences compared to a Glock 19X, often within the margin of error for the ammunition.

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