Glock models compared: which Glock suits you?

There are many reasons to get a GLOCK: The pistols from the Austrian manufacturer are reliable, straightforward, rugged, precise, relatively affordable, and, hand on heart - also damn cool. What many beginners don’t know, however, is that the one Glock doesn’t actually exist; rather, Glock offers about 50 different models. Each model is designed to fulfill a specific purpose and be optimal for a particular set of requirements. Most models are now produced in their fifth generation – meaning they have already undergone various user-optimized updates. GLOCK therefore offers the ideal pistol for every requirement.

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Modifications

Standard

Pistols in their standard version represent a basic model designed for all requirements.

Compact

Compact pistols have a shorter barrel, a shortened action, and a lower height than the standard model.

Longslide

Longslide pistols are equipped with a longer action. The longer sight radius allows for faster target acquisition, but makes the pistol less handy and compact.

Compact Slim

A Compact Slim model features an extra slim grip frame, which increases carrying comfort.

Competition

Competition pistols have a slightly shorter barrel compared to the Longslide model. Additionally, the rear sights can be swapped out.

Subcompact

Subcompact pistols are pocket-sized handguns with double-stack magazines. The firearm is ideal as a backup gun

Subcompact Slimline

Subcompact Slimline firearms are built even slimmer than the already very compact Subcompact models. They are perfect for concealed carry.

The 5 Most Popular Models

Glock 17

The GLOCK 17 is the classic among GLOCK pistols and suitable for any purpose. The G17 in caliber 9 mm Luger is the base model for all other Glock models – or in other words, every other GLOCK is a specification of the G17 for a special purpose

Glock 17

(4.3)

The Glock 17 is undoubtedly one of the most well-known and influential pistols in modern firearms history. The Glock 17 was developed in the early 1980s by Gaston Glock, an Austrian engineer and en...

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Glock 19

The compact version of the G17 in caliber 9x19 mm. The semi-automatic pistol features a shorter grip and a shorter sight radius.

Glock 42

Ranking third among Gunfinder users is the GLOCK 42. The pistol in caliber .380 Auto (also .380 ACP or 9x17 mm) is the smallest GLOCK on the market with dimensions of 15.1 cm length, 2.5 cm width, and only 10.5 cm height. The lightweight weighs just 390 g and holds 7 cartridges in the magazine.

Glock 44

The GLOCK in caliber .22 lr with the dimensions of the GLOCK 19. The G44 features an adjustable slim polymer rear sight, two magazines with integrated loading aid. The G44 is the ideal training firearm.

Glock 44

(4.7)

The Glock 44 is a semi-automatic pistol in caliber .22 lfb. The self-loading pistol with a 10-round magazine has a small caliber that is therefore pleasant and low-recoil to shoot, but largely corr...

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Glock 23

Compact GLOCK in caliber 40 S&W. The firearm has increased firepower with ideal weapons. Strong at distance and still easy to carry concealed – the ideal pistol for uniformed authorities

Glock 23 Gen4

(4.8)

The Glock 23 Gen4 is suitable for both open and concealed carry due to its compact dimensions and low weight. The design of the Gen4 is based on a Modular Back Strap grip (MBS) with an integrated s...

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Glock 23 Gen 5

(4.8)

The Glock 22 Gen 5 comes in .40 S&W caliber, which fills the gap between pistol models of .45 ACP and 9 mm Luger - this caliber is particularly popular among US authorities. In the design o...