Selected Handgun Detail

Manufacturer
	Glock Ges.m.b.H. More Info

About the Gun

Fourth-generation subcompact 9 mm pistol features a polymer frame with interchangeable backstraps that allow adjustment of grip circumference and angle for different hand sizes. It includes an enlarged reversible magazine release, a dual-recoil-spring assembly, and rough-textured frame surfaces. The slide houses standard fixed sights, and the design maintains the short-recoil, locked-breech operating system with a striker-fired trigger mechanism.

Production

Produced from 2010 through 2025.

Market value

MSRP at production was around $600. Used examples in standard condition trade in the $380-$450 range.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	9 mm Luger
Alias:	9 mm Parabellum
More Info

Analysis

This variant brought the Gen4 ergonomic and recoil-management updates to the subcompact platform, offering a highly concealable size while retaining compatibility with larger-frame magazines from the G17 and G19. The dual-spring setup was intended to moderate felt recoil in the shorter grip and lighter slide, supporting reliable function with a range of 9 mm loads. The model has seen steady use for deep concealment, backup carry, and as an everyday defensive option where size is prioritized over capacity. Quantities on the secondary market remain high due to both civilian ownership and law enforcement trade-ins of backup weapons.