Featured The New Glock 45 Leaked… and It’s Not A .45 ACP … Patrick Roberts September 23, 2018 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. The New Glock 45 Leaked The new Glock 45 was leaked almost a week ago by the German Caliber magazine operated by All4Shooters.com, a subsidiary of VS Medien GmbH. RECOIL was tipped off to the leak by Firearm Rack's post covering the leaked Glock 45 that also covered more leaked models like the Gen5 Glock 17 MOS that have been confirmed to be real. It appears that the October digital issue of Caliber Magazine was uploaded to the digital publishing site Issue on September 17th, 2018. The release date for the new Glock 45 is presumably the rumored launch date of 24th of September. Inside the front cover of Caliber Magazine's October digital issue, we find an advertisement for the new Glock 45 that we assume was not supposed to be distributed online or on newsstands until the release date. Blowing the advertisement up a bit further, it is quite clear that the new Glock 45 is an all-black version of the Glock 19X with some slight changes to the design. You remember the 19X that we “fixed” right? Since you probably don't read German either, here is a translation of the text in the box. The G45 in 9×19, like the G19X, specially developed for military requests, combines the compact closure of a G19 with the full size grip of a G17. The G45 features the features of a Gen5 pistol model and the proven GLOCK Safe Action System. More information can be found at www.glock.com The new Glock 45 features the same bevel that the rest of the Gen5 Glock lineup incorporates, interestingly it appears that the frame is also beveled. The slide also features what appear to be the same style forward serrations as the summer specials we saw last year. Glock has also finished the slide in the same nDLC finish found on the rest of the Gen5 lineup. Another feature that we found interesting is the accessory rail appears to be Picittany rail compliant. Glock also added the Gen5 magazine well and removed the toe that was found on the Glock 19X. The Glock 45 also appears to use the same mag release found on other standard line Gen5 Glocks. As soon as we receive official word about the pistols that Glock intends to release on 24th of September, expect to see a follow-up post here on RECOIL. While we can't say that this is, in fact, a new model for US consumption, it sure lines up with the release timeline. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
