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Sunday, August 30th, 2020Rumor Mill – Glock G45 – The Black G19X
Monday, September 24th, 2018
With last year’s reveal of the G46 – a new rotating lug pistol design created specifically for a German Police solicitation, many of us were left wondering: “What about the G44 and G45?”. The G44 is still in the dark, but a leaked ad sheet has been making the rounds revealing the G45, and, somewhat surprisingly, it’s essentially the G19X, but in black.
The ad sheet, which is in German, claims that the G45 was designed for Military requirements, and, just like the G19X, features a G19-sized slide with a full, G17-sized grip. There are a couple of notable changes from the G19X design, however: the inclusion of front charging serrations on the slide (like the limited release ‘FS’ models) and a flared magwell that does away with the oft-criticized mag well cutout on the standard Gen5 models. This differs from the magwell of the G19X, which features a front flair which sits in front of the seated magazine, making it incompatible with the elongated Gen5 magazine floorplates. Aside from those changes, the G45 has all the standard Gen5 updates:
We’re filing this one under ‘Rumor Mill’ because as real as this sheet looks, there doesn’t appear to be any official word on the G45 from Glock as of the time of posting. We’ll post an update if and when an official announcement is made.
No longer rumor, Glock issued these two press releases this morning:
The Ultimate Service Pistol
GLOCK Introduces a New Addition to the Crossover Design
SMYRNA, Ga. – Sep 24, 2018 Today, GLOCK, Inc. announced a new addition to the 9X19 family of pistols featuring the latest in design and engineering seen in the 5th Generation of GLOCK pistols. The GLOCK 45 combines the fast handling of the GLOCK 19 compact-sized slide with the full-size frame as a compact Crossover.
Taking on the Crossover design of the GLOCK 19X and the superior GLOCK hard-surface finish in non-reflective black, the G45 makes the ultimate service pistol.
“After the release of the G19X, we saw a strong interest from the law enforcement community for the design in a black model,” said GLOCK, Inc. VP Josh Dorsey. “The G45 is the result of a design that meets the demanding level of reliability with distinctive Gen5 design enhancements to improve durability, accuracy and performance to those who go into harm’s way where fractions of a second matter.”
Engineered with the GLOCK perfection promise, the G45 features the Safe Action System® and is backed by torture-testing that has made GLOCK a name synonymous with innovation and reliability.
The G45 incorporates elements of the 5th Generation of GLOCK pistols including a smoother trigger pull, an enhanced frame texture for sure handling, a reversible magazine catch, ambidextrous slide stop lever, the Modular Backstrap System (MBS) for individual adjustability and the incredibly accurate, match-grade GLOCK Marksman Barrel (GMB). The G45 also features front serrations which are precision-milled forward of the ejection port on both sides.
The GLOCK Compact Crossover Pistol Model G45 will make its debut at The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Conference and will be available on dealer shelves beginning October 5th.
For more information about the new Compact Crossover G45, contact GLOCK, Inc. or go to us.glock.com/products/G45.
GLOCK 17 Gen5 MOS and GLOCK 19 Gen5 MOS
Take Aim with GLOCKs New Modular Optic Ready Pistols
SMYRNA, Ga. – Sep 24, 2018 GLOCK, Inc. expands the 5th Generation of GLOCK pistols with the addition of two modular optic ready platforms. The GLOCK 17 Gen5 MOS and GLOCK 19 Gen5 MOS come optic ready right from the factory and enable users to mount their preferred reflex sights to their pistol in order to improve their target acquisition.
The G17 Gen5 MOS and G19 Gen5 MOS complete the evolution of perfection for the 9X19 family of Gen5 pistols
“The MOS platform offers a convenient way for users to mount reflex sights without costly alterations to an original GLOCK slide,” said GLOCK, Inc. VP Josh Dorsey. “The resulting combination of optical sighting and the unparalleled accuracy and reliability of the new generation of GLOCK pistols set a new standard for this class of pistol.”
These Gen5 models are precision-machined to provide a mounting system for all popular optic sights. With multiple adapter plates, you can quickly and easily mount electronic sights to the rear of the slide. The Gen5 MOS family of pistols also feature front serrations for easier and quicker manipulations. This includes the addition of front serrations on the G34 Gen5 MOS which was first introduced to the market in January, 2018.
The G17 Gen5 MOS and the G19 Gen5 MOS will be available for purchase starting October 5th, 2018 at participating dealers.
Visit U.S. Tactical Supply SHOT Show in Booth # 20605
Thursday, January 18th, 2018Stop by U.S. Tactical Supply at SHOT Show in Booth # 20605 to see several new products.
The centerpiece is the Propper 4PV IIIA Vest they recently shot to failure at a recent ODOC Range demo. It stopped over 90 Rounds of Handgun Ammunition, including 44 Magnum, 357 Magnum, .40, 9MM & 38 Special.
Speaking of Protection, The Skeleton Optics SO7 Ballistic delivers the highest level of protection combined with visual clarity available in military grade eyewear today. With ZEISS IMPACTO material lenses and a matte black Z87+ MILSPEC frame, the SO7 meets the ballistic fragmentation impact standards of MIL-PRF-32432(GL) Ballistic Fragmentation – Class 1 and the high mass & high velocity impact requirements of ANSI Z87.1-2003/2010. Also available in clear lens.
They will also have a New Precision Quick Release Plate for the HOG Saddle Tripod Kits and a Brand new Quick Attach System for the HOG & PIG Saddle Rifle Rest that Allows you to instantly mount it to just about any Surface including ATV / UTV Racks or Tubular type structure. It will also Mount to Tables or similar Flat Surfaces with full range of motion when used in conjunction with a Ballhead.
U.S. TACTICAL SUPPLY SHOT SHOW BOOTH #20605! If you can’t make it to SHOT and have questions shoot them a quick e-mail sales@ustacticalsupply.com or call them. They still do it the old fashined way and answer the phone when you call! 541-928-8645
VLTOR releasing something awesome at SHOT Show
Tuesday, January 17th, 2017We received a note from Vltor stating, “VLTOR releasing something awesome at SHOT Show,” along with this image.
Relax, They’re Just ‘Experiments’
Wednesday, November 23rd, 2016You’ve probably read that the Marine Corps is looking at replacing the M4 with the M27 IAR, which is a variant of H&K’s 416. You may have also read that the Marines are going to issue suppressors to the GCE. We’ve known about both of those small unit experiments for awhile now. Thing is, there’s no requirement, and what’s worse, no money, for either. Consequently, we didn’t post a story telling you that the Marines are evaluating a new rifle or suppressors.
Our advice? Don’t hold your breath. If one or both of those happen, it won’t be anytime soon.
Rumor Mill – Smith & Wesson M2.0 Found In Trademark Filings
Thursday, August 18th, 2016
If you do a search on the United States Patent and Trademark Office website for Smith & Wesson, you’ll notice a series of trademark filings from this year for something called M2.0 (featuring the above logo) for various goods and services, including gun cases, airsoft, and apparel, all with ‘Published for Opposition’ dates throughout this month. Now, you may be wondering, why is this of any interest?
With the recent reveal of the Glock 17M and the subsequent rumors of the Glock GEN 5, it should come as no surprise that other firearm companies are looking at releasing updated models to their pistol lines. It looks like this is the case with Smith & Wesson, who it seems is planning on releasing their own upgraded M&P model pistol.
A source who wishes to remain anonymous told us the new pistol line is to be dubbed M2.0. M2.0 is a response to criticisms of the original M&P series pistols, and is designed with a host of features that will allow the M&P series to better compete with stock Glocks. Our source cited changes to the design, including an improved trigger and full-length guide rails, intended to increase overall functionality, reliability, and out-the-box accuracy.
We feel it’s only fair to note that although we do trust our source this is a second-hand account, and until any official news/documentation comes out this info should be treated as speculation and rumor. That being the case, in all likelihood we’ll hear more about M2.0 as SHOT 2017 draws nearer, so stay tuned for more info as it becomes available.
Rumor Has It – Don Alexander Is Back At SureFire
Wednesday, June 29th, 2016I’m happy to say, one of the guys I look up to in industry, is back with SureFire. Good for Don and Good for SureFire. I look forward to catching up.
Rumor Has It Confirmed – H&K Wins CSASS
Thursday, March 31st, 2016
It’s beyond rumor at this point. According to multiple sources familiar with various aspects of the program, H&K’s entry for the Compact Semi-Automatic Sniper System (CSASS) program was selected earlier this week for procurement by the United States Army. Other finalists were LMT and FNH USA.
The entry, named the G28E1, was displayed at SHOT Show in H&K’s booth. Interestingly, it incorporates an OSS Suppressor.
The program for this new, compact version of a 7.62 NATO gas gun finds its beginning in 2012 but the actual solicitation wasn’t until late 2014 with the goal being “improved reliability, improved accuracy, and improved ergonomics; reduced weight and length; advanced coatings; improved optics; reduced felt recoil; enhanced suppressor performance; enhanced modular rail capabilities; an improved bipod, trigger, pistol grip, and buttstock.” Since then, the candidates have been through a down select to further trim the field to three and numerous testing regimines.
According to documents obtained by SSD, the Army has been planning events around an ‘M-110E1’, referred to as an improved version of the M-110 which is more compact and lighter weight, leading us to believe that the CSASS will adopt this nomenclature.
PEO Soldier did not respond to our request for information regarding this award. No word yet on how many the Army plans to purchase or the Basis of Issue.
