Selected Handgun Detail

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

About the Gun

Subcompact, polymer-framed pistol built on a frame size equivalent to the G26 with a blowback operating system suited to the lower-pressure cartridge. It uses a polygonal rifled barrel and double-stack magazines holding 10 rounds standard.

Production

This firearm was first introduced in 1997, primarily for specific markets where certain calibers are restricted. Production has continued intermittently based on demand, with recent commercial access for the first time in limited quantities

Market value

For this gun, the MSRP for a new unit is approximately $600. The market value for a used one in 95% condition is around $450-$500, based on recent 2024 data from relevant firearm pricing platforms.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.380 Automatic
Alias:	9mm Browning Short
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Analysis

The Glock 28 is a Gen3 configuration, incorporating finger grooves along the front strap, thumb rests on the frame sides, and the revised Gen3 grip texture pattern; the dust cover lacks a functional accessory rail due to the abbreviated subcompact dimensions. It shares core Gen3 mechanics adapted for blowback operation, demonstrating consistent durability in law enforcement, military, and export applications where the model has seen primary use. Major components maintain compatibility with Gen3 G26 parts in many areas (such as frame architecture, certain internals, and slide components), though the blowback design incorporates specific barrel and recoil system modifications that differentiate it from locked-breech 9mm models. The polygonal rifling supports reliable function with typical .380 ammunition and contributes to consistent practical accuracy at standard defensive distances, with the cartridge's mild recoil allowing manageable control in the compact grip. The model was introduced in 1997 but restricted from general U.S. civilian importation under the 1968 Gun Control Act sporting purposes criteria, limiting early availability to law enforcement and export markets in regions like South America and Asia. Domestic U.S. production at the Smyrna, GA facility (via distributors like TALO) began around 2023, enabling civilian commercial access for the first time in limited quantities. Circulation remains low overall due to historical restrictions and niche appeal, resulting in limited presence on the secondary market compared to mainstream calibers. The platform's Gen3 ergonomics provide familiar Glock handling characteristics, with the blowback adaptation yielding softer felt recoil than higher-pressure subcompacts without altering the core striker-fired layout. Secondary market preferences depend primarily on condition, originality, and regional availability rather than any inherent differences in mechanical performance or durability relative to other Gen3 compact models.