The New Glock 42

Published on December 13, 2013
Duration: 4:27

This video discusses rumors surrounding the potential new Glock 42. The speaker speculates it will be an American-made, low-capacity, single-stack pistol, likely in 9mm, and potentially based on a thinned Glock 26 frame. Key features anticipated include a lack of manual safety, making it a simple 'pull and shoot' firearm, differentiating it from competitors like the Shield, XDS, and SR9C. The possibility of it being a .380 ACP is considered less likely due to existing Glock models.

Quick Summary

The rumored Glock 42 is expected to be an American-made, low-capacity, single-stack pistol, most likely in 9mm. A key anticipated feature is the absence of a manual safety, differentiating it from competitors like the Shield and XDS. The design is speculated to be based on a thinned Glock 26 frame for concealed carry.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Cold Weather Setup
  2. 00:11Discussing the Rumored Glock 42
  3. 00:44Glock 42: American Made and Low Capacity
  4. 00:53Speculation: Single Stack 9mm vs. .380 ACP
  5. 01:03Potential Frame Designs: Glock 19 vs. Glock 26
  6. 01:37Glock 26 Frame with Thinned Profile
  7. 01:46Competition: Shield, XDS, SR9C
  8. 01:58Key Advantage: No Manual Safety
  9. 02:46Worst Case: Glock 26 Size in .380
  10. 03:37Waiting for Shot Show for Confirmation
  11. 03:42Hopes for Glock Getting it Right

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the rumored Glock 42 expected to be?

The most prevalent speculation is that the Glock 42 will be chambered in 9mm, likely as a single-stack pistol. However, there are also rumors suggesting it could be chambered in .380 ACP.

What are the anticipated design features of the Glock 42?

Key anticipated features include being American-made, low-capacity, and a single-stack design. A significant point of discussion is the expectation that it will not have a manual safety, aligning with Glock's typical design. It's also speculated to be built on a thinned Glock 26 frame.

How might the Glock 42 compare to existing compact pistols?

If released as a thin, single-stack 9mm without a manual safety, the Glock 42 would compete with models like the Smith and Wesson Shield, Springfield Armory XDS, and Ruger SR9C. Its primary advantage is expected to be the lack of a manual safety.

What is considered the least desirable outcome for the Glock 42's release?

The speaker believes the worst possible outcome would be for Glock to release a .380 ACP pistol that is as large and bulky as a Glock 26. This would be seen as an inefficient design for a .380 caliber firearm.

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