The NEW Glock Gen 5

Published on September 2, 2017
Duration: 6:44

This review of the new Glock Gen 5 highlights significant design changes from the Gen 4. Key improvements include the removal of finger grooves, a flared magwell for easier reloads, and a new nDLC finish for enhanced durability. The Gen 5 also features a redesigned safety plunger, a return to a two-pin system, and an upgraded marksman barrel promising increased accuracy.

Quick Summary

The Glock Gen 5 introduces several key upgrades, including the removal of finger grooves for a more comfortable grip, a flared magwell for faster reloads, and a new nDLC finish for superior durability. Internally, it features a redesigned safety plunger, a two-pin system, and an improved marksman barrel for enhanced accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Glock Gen 5
  2. 00:13Gen 5 Model Availability
  3. 00:27Grip and Ergonomics (No Finger Grooves)
  4. 00:44Flared Magwell
  5. 00:57Beveled Slide Front
  6. 01:15Factory Sight Options
  7. 01:23Ambidextrous Magazine Release
  8. 01:32Magazine Changes (Orange Follower)
  9. 01:53Magazine Well Enhancements
  10. 02:01Magazine Compatibility
  11. 02:13Holster Compatibility
  12. 02:19Internal Changes Overview
  13. 02:24Safety Plunger Redesign
  14. 02:32Two-Pin System
  15. 02:40New nDLC Finish
  16. 03:03Recoil Spring System
  17. 03:11Marksman Barrel & Accuracy
  18. 03:34Gen 5 vs. Gen 4 Improvements
  19. 03:43MHS Competition Context
  20. 04:17Reliability Claims (30,000 Rounds)
  21. 04:27Conclusion: Most Accurate & Reliable Glock
  22. 04:32Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main external changes in the Glock Gen 5 compared to the Gen 4?

The Glock Gen 5 removes the finger grooves for a smoother grip, adds a flared magwell for easier reloads, and features a beveled slide front to reduce snagging. It also retains the Gen 4's texture and offers ambidextrous slide stop levers.

What internal improvements does the Glock Gen 5 offer?

Internally, the Gen 5 features a redesigned safety plunger for smoother trigger bar movement, a return to a two-pin system (eliminating the locking block pin), and a new nDLC finish for enhanced durability. It also includes a new marksman barrel for improved accuracy.

How does the new barrel in the Glock Gen 5 improve accuracy?

The Glock Gen 5's marksman barrel has a tighter crown and new rifling designed to increase accuracy. Glock claims this new barrel sets a new standard, with significantly improved group sizes at longer distances compared to previous generations.

What is the claimed reliability of the Glock Gen 5?

Glock claims the Gen 5 is their most reliable firearm to date, capable of enduring 30,000 rounds without a stoppage. This is a significant improvement and was partly driven by the stringent requirements of the MHS competition.

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