The NEW Glock 17M (FBI Version or 5th Gen?)

Published on August 17, 2016
Duration: 5:06

This video provides an in-depth look at the new Glock 17M, believed to be the FBI's chosen duty weapon or a precursor to the Gen 5. It details several significant changes from previous Glock models, including a new tougher finish, a smoother trigger, traditional rifling, a longer recoil spring assembly, and a flared magazine well. The presenter, Jared from Guns & Gadgets, highlights these as major departures for Glock, often incorporating features previously added by users.

Quick Summary

The new Glock 17M, potentially the FBI's chosen duty weapon, introduces significant updates including a tougher finish, a smoother trigger, traditional rifling, and a longer recoil spring assembly. It also features a flared magazine well, a recessed cutout for faster stripping, and an ambidextrous slide release lever, marking a departure from previous Glock designs.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Glock 17M
  2. 00:34FBI Duty Weapon Selection Process
  3. 01:00Glock 17M Pictures and Overview
  4. 01:16Glock 17M Feature Changes
  5. 01:18New Tougher Finish
  6. 01:27Smoother Trigger System
  7. 01:34Traditional Rifling
  8. 01:40Recoil Spring Assembly and Barrel Lugs
  9. 01:54Safety Plunger Changes
  10. 02:09Absence of Finger Grooves
  11. 02:29Flared Magazine Well
  12. 02:51Recessed Magazine Well Cutout
  13. 03:03Magazine Lip Extension
  14. 03:38Ambidextrous Slide Release Lever
  15. 04:00Magazine Release Discussion
  16. 04:23Summary of Changes
  17. 04:37Congratulations to Glock and Recipients
  18. 04:51Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key new features of the Glock 17M compared to older models?

The Glock 17M introduces a new, tougher finish, a smoother trigger similar to the G42/43, traditional rifling, a longer recoil spring assembly, and notably, a flared magazine well and an ambidextrous slide release lever.

Is the Glock 17M designed specifically for the FBI?

The video suggests the Glock 17M may be the firearm designed for the FBI's duty weapon selection process or a precursor to the Gen 5 models. Pictures of the firearm emerged from an officer who recently received them.

What changes have been made to the magazine well and magazines on the Glock 17M?

The Glock 17M features a flared magazine well for easier reloads, a recessed cutout for faster magazine stripping, and magazines with an extended front lip to aid in indexing and reloads.

Does the Glock 17M have finger grooves?

No, a notable change on the Glock 17M is the absence of finger grooves on the frame, a feature that was present on many recent Glock generations.

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