Selected Handgun Detail

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

About the Gun

Long-slide, polymer-framed pistol configured with an extended barrel and slide for competition and extended-range applications. It uses a locked-breech, short-recoil operating system with a polygonal rifled barrel and double-stack magazines holding 17 rounds standard. This is a Gen3 configuration, incorporating an accessory rail on the dust cover, finger grooves along the front strap, thumb rests on the frame sides, and the revised Gen3 grip texture pattern.

Production

Production ran from 1998 through the early 2010s.

Market value

MSRP at production was around $700-$750. Good to excellent condition pieces currently trade in the $500–$600 range.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	9 mm Luger
Alias:	9 mm Parabellum
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Analysis

The Glock 34 shares consistent Gen3 mechanics with an extended slide and barrel assembly, demonstrating reliable durability in competitive shooting, law enforcement, and civilian applications worldwide. Major components maintain broad compatibility with Gen3 Glock 17 parts in many areas (such as frame architecture, recoil springs, and most internals), enabling extensive interchangeability and aftermarket support with only minor differences in grip feel. The polygonal rifling supports reliable function with a variety of 9mm ammunition types and contributes to consistent practical accuracy at extended distances. The longer slide and barrel configuration offers a longer sight radius and altered recoil characteristics compared to standard full-size models, while the accessory rail allows for mounting lights or lasers and the finger grooves with thumb rests provide ergonomic adjustments for various hand sizes. Secondary market preferences depend primarily on condition, originality, remaining finish, and individual grip fit rather than any inherent differences in mechanical performance or durability relative to other Gen3 models.