@Nivanger I got a Werkz holster for mine. Affordable and they have holsters for if you have various attachments down to the specific manufacturer of different light or laser or laser/light combo
I have the G17, G19 and G45. When they are all loaded and I pick them up and set them down, one at a time, several times in a row, the G45 just seems perfectly balanced to me. The 19 grip feels a little too short and the 17 feels a tad top heavy. The G45 feels perfect in my hands.
I would say it's a great gun if you don't already own a 19 or 17. Best of both worlds. I have all 3 and the G45 is my new go to. Daily carry appendix style and my belt gun.
@@m1951-j2u mainly because the grip of the 19 is too small, in fairness, you may have smaller hands so view it differently. My pinky is barely touching to grip on a 19. The 17 fits like a glove and is much more controllable. Of course the longer slide/barrel lends itself to a more favorable recoil impulse as well and the length of barrel/slide does little to impact conceal-ability. The 19 simply offers less (literally 2 rounds less) unless you’re a small person.
@@m1951-j2u my two cents worth. I own a Gen 4 Glock 19. Always seems to take a two magazine warm up for me at the gun range. Then the group size shrinks noticeably. A Glock 17 not so and I attribute that to the added controllability of the full size grip. Same thing with the Glock 34 and 35 that I own. I like the balance of the Glock 45 and I like the trigger. Haven’t had it to the range as yet but after dry firing it I’ll it’ll do just fine. The thing that ultimately sold me on Glocks was the dependability. I am by nature a better shooter with a 1911 45ACP and still own 3. Smallish hands, short fingers and beefy palms have made the 1911 grip a much more comfortable and natural fit with the Glock feeling like a 2x4 in my hand. Gotta confess here though that the G 45 does feel comfortable. I’m told that Glock experimented with the grip dimensions on the G45 somewhat ( wether that’s true I don’t know) but it does feel better.
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Mrandher83: there are a few reasons 1, 9mm is affordable to practice with. 2, we can re-use all current issued holsters. 3, magazine capacity . and 4, (most importantly) its a Glock!
daniel boyd cooper should be a good choice then! I asked because I hear people say the shorter slide is so it’s more comfortable when seated. I don’t think that has any merit, especially not with a mounted light. We’ve had the G35 for years and it causes no discomfort. The majority of agencies prefer a longer slide, not a shorter one.
Mrandher83: I carried a S&W5946 for the first 21 years as a cop, I just purchased a gen5 Glock 19, and now I wished I had been smarter 22 years ago! the slide length (in my opinion ) will add to the seated comfort considering how much more stuff (i.e. computer, printer, patrol rifle and shotgun) we have in our cars now. sitting room is shrinking! (I may also be getting fat, I'm older)
Recently traded in my Glock 34 for a 45 and swapped my optic-equipped 19 slide onto the 45's frame for a carry gun. Gotta love the cross-compatibility there. After shooting a single mag through it I was in love. Recoil seems slightly dampened and overall feel in my hand is miles above my 19. New favorite gun
How was the G34? Been thinking about getting one but have never shot one. I hear they are the softest shooting Glock. I’ve carried a G17 for duty use for 12 years and have carried the G19 for ccw. Been using my G45 for ccw the last 4 years and using it as my competition gun for uspsa. How does the 34 compare to the 45 as far as recoil impulse?
I’ve been running a 19X as a duty weapon for the last 8 months. I’m extremely happy with it. I like that it takes full-size mags. Capacity for a duty weapon is a real concern and this pistol fits the bill.
I never understood this about the 19X/G45. The regular 19 can take both compact AND full size mags, yet everyone's losing their minds about how great the G45 is. I genuinely do not understand the hype. Shorter sight radius, shorter barrel, and less magazine versatility sounds like a losing combo.
@@NitroNinja324easier to draw, better balance, mag isn't sticking out weirdly, full grip. All outweighs the shorter barrel that barely makes any difference on a pistol. Try drawing from a holster in a vehicle with your 19 and try with a 17, 19x, 45. Much easier
Wasn’t completely sold on the 19X....until I bought a G45 and loved it. I’m picking up a 19X in a week or two. Now, I’m writing this quite a while after this video came out and now we have the G48 and G43X. I own both and prefer to carry the G43X....I feel I get quicker sight acquisition using Trijicon hd sights on the shorter slide. I’m so sold on the idea of “X” models ( shorter slide on larger frame ) that I think they should come,out with a G26X. A G19 frame with a G26 length slide. After all, G19’s are arguably the best selling and commonly concealed carry model. Just my two cents.
I enjoy watching your pistol reviews. I believe your opinions are very practical in real life for the most part. Lastly I like how you don’t wast time you just dive right in and cover the information people want. Thanks had to leave a sub.
Glock created the G45 for law enforcement from the mouth of glock themselves, but they have wised up enough to know to sell it to civilians. Good video.
When our department trades every couple of years, we civilian's get to buy them. I just bought one that is a department trade. I'm a small person but I'm able to CC easy and I love mine. I did have to laugh though, it came with a marked casing and also on the envelope it gives exact twist and marking on casing's. I don't care because I know I'm not going to be doing anything Illegal with it, but for me it was kinda funny. Also came with 3 extra mag's and a nice case.
I recently started carrying a Glock 45MOS as a duty gun, coming from our agency issued Glock 21. Of all the Glocks I’ve ever owned, the 45MOS is my favorite. It’s perfectly balanced, very accurate (especially with a red dot), the smaller G19 grip does make a difference when sitting in a cruiser (or desk chair), the Gen 5 trigger is super smooth, and is a good all around duty gun. I had my doubts at first, but after 30 minutes on the range and seeing 1-2” groups, I was sold.
I've heard that the grip cut-out on the Gen5 Glock 19 bugs some people, but in June I did a four-day course during which time I fired close to 800 rounds and never noticed the cut-out. It wasn't until after I got home that I remembered I wanted to see how the cut-out felt on my little finger.
G45 features are more inline with competition ! I like it. Now for those of us who dislike digging our nails into steel how about a Lever take down. Thanks for sharing. 🎯👍
Hehe, he said Chris Broccoli! :P Mr Bartocci is very knowledgeabe and doesn't shy away from giving his own opinion and preferences next to that of others, but primarily gives unbiased reviews. Him being dishonest would certainly negatively influence his career and let me assure you, he is renowned for his previous work and I'm not referring to his UA-cam posts. Maybe one would change his mind after reading some of his work.
Eskimo1973 it has been known Chris gets information wrong, he has also taken credit of something he claims is his own but is not and that was in regards to M855 ammo. Take Chris’ information with a grain of salt, not all of it is 100% correct.
Great review and detail of the G45. I was contemplating about getting the 19x or G45, but after seeing this review. I’m more convinced to lean more toward the G45.
Just a canadian shooter here. Man what i would give to come shoot with you on your compound here in Canada we have to take handguns to registered ranges only no shooting on your own land.. So glad I found a genuinely honest un bias opinion to fire arm reviews/accessories. Thanks for your time and content.
@@Armymi33 yes sir. In canada any firearm that is under the restricted category can only be fired at official ranges. With the odd exception of those that get carry permits when their job dictates it or they will be in an area with Natural predators. My friend has a acreage out of town. If I ever got caught shooting my glock or AR I could lose my firearms license because they are both restricted firearms while a 50BMG enjoys a unrestricted title so I can shoot that 🤦♂️ 🤦♂️ 🤦♂️
@@Armymi33 the only thing I'm enjoying is 37mm grenade launchers, free health care, and no SBR laws. Other then that everything else sucks the federal government was recently talking about a semi auto /handgun ban. If that ever happens I'll be looking for a job in your state
A lot of our more extreme gun grabbers have started saying "We just want to ban semiautomatic rifles" for some reason. Even liberals laugh at them though.
Great channel. Kudos on the videos. I just picked my G45 up today after going to 2 stores and calling almost all the blue label dealers. I finally found one....I am excited I got what I really wanted. Awesome video as usual.
The Glock 45 is business as usual. Perhaps a bit boring, but highly reliable and functional. So, business as usual. I have huge hands, so the larger grip is welcome. I agree with you on all the changes were overdue. Thanks for the update, Honest. 😎👍🏻🇺🇸💥
My hands aren't large by any stretch of the imagination, but my fingers are thicker. The 19 doesn't quite fit me all the way, but the fullsized frame gives me more leverage.
Do you still carry it, and how do you like it thus far. I'm debating on a new carry gun and I have a 17 but that's now a home defense handgun and my fn 509c is making me mad with prices 50 for a mag and 150 for different sights.
Good video. Now, here are MY thoughts. To start off with, I'm a "tactical" guy. I like tactical. I own both tactical AND practical firearms. On the tactical side, I have a 19X. LOVE the 19X. I think the balance, control, recoil impulse are all very smooth. With it being my tactical firearm, concealability isn't a concern, although I HAVE carried it in the winter months where a bigger, heavier jacket easily eliminates any concerns of my gun 'printing'. On the practical side, I have a 43X. How do I define "practical" in this instance? Ease of concealability, comfort of carry, and magazine capacity. The slim frame of the 43X checks the first two boxes, and with 10 rnds in a single stack, that checks the last box, and ShieldArms makes a 15 round double to single mag that fits flush with the 43X grip. While the 43X is slightly uncomfortable to shoot for a guy with big hands, aka ME, it's more of a FUNCTION over FIT for me when it comes to discharging it. Because it's a Glock, I know it will fire when I pull the trigger, and that I will hit whatever it is I am aiming at, and will continue to function flawlessly until I run out of ammo. I mention ALL that to ask this question.......why so much emphasis on gun size for concealability purposes when you have a tac-light dangling off the end?
You're correct back in 2017 Glock released a limited production run of Gen 4 g-17 and g19's with forward cocking serrations and Glock night sights. I own one of those g19's But with that said the new g45 is definitely on my hit list.
I am an old fogie 1911 man. In old times, it was not allowed to own both a 1911 and glock. So, after years and years, 7-1911's and mucho other plinkers, I bought (hold your ears and at risk of getting banned on 1911 forums) my first glock, a model 45. My last EDC for ages was M&P shield 9mm. A month ago I picked up a M&P 2.0 compact. Very sweet pistoli. I now EDC this Glock. I may have to buy extra silica gel beads for all the tears in my safe, but it is what it is.
I was issued a government 1911 as a hospital corpsman for the 2nd Recon Marines. What would you recommend as a good carry 1911? I’ve been looking at the Dan Wesson DWX Compact which has a little CZ DNA in it.
As a LE officer I will say that it is a good design. It allows you to carry 17+1 rounds as opposed to 15+1. Speaking from experience, carrying in a vehicle is a valid argument. Police Officers don’t have the luxury of carrying the latest Kyle holsters on duty, for the most part we carry an oversized Safariland holster, with light, and a century lock.
Right on the money. I just made the swap to the MOS G45. Haven’t mounted the dot yet, still running the night sights. Very happy over all with this gen 5 pistol.
I like the shorter slide because it allows my tac light to protrude further out, which provides a stand off, in case a contact shot were required. It allows the slide to stay in battery when pressed against something.
I love the G45. It is my favorite Glock! I just wish Glock would do the same with other calibers. Especially in .40 S&W, and .357 Sig. I would buy those in a heartbeat!
@@norrisdillahuntjr4570 they are a limited run every year. They are out there . I got mine at a local gun store out here in southern Arizona a few months ago. A long wait with high anticipation and the 17L did not live up to the hype for me. The G45 is go to carry for me. For competition I use either my 17 or 34 with trij RMR.
A lot of my local PDs are going to the G45 for the benefits you mentioned about sitting in patrol vehicles all day and needing something more comfortable.
Another outstanding review from Honest Outlaw...I love hearing your thoughts on all these different platforms. You always get straight to the point and tell the good and bad without caring what anyone thinks, and that’s what I like about your reviews. Keep up the great work sir!! Someday maybe I will be able to shoot Atleast half as good as you.
I have had a gen 2 to a gen 5 19, they have been my favorite carry weapon for over a decade and I have shot more rounds than I care to think about. Unfortunately, I also have fat hands. The flared magwell was an awesome addition, but over time it annoyed me with the gen 5 19, I had a little more than a half-inch of hand meat hanging below the base of the grip. The flare, although subtle, didn't sit right with me and rubbed somewhat awkwardly. I found a guy that bought a 45 and he wanted to go back to a 19, so we swapped. I couldn't be happier. I know it sounds over-exaggerated, but I feel so much more confident now in my purchase on the grip. Could I still shoot and use the 19 (gen 5) in a defense situation? Abso-freaking-lutely. I would and have picked it over many other carry weapons. But that's my .02 on the situation. I feel like no matter the plusses or negatives or preconceived notions as to why the 45 platform is "better", it fills my needs better than my 19 did. 45 is definitely a winner with me.
Peter Dragon exactly the same here. I didn’t think it made any sense. My 19 is more versatile, I can add mag extensions if I want to carry more ammo etc. plus the 19 grip is comfortable for me & at least I have the option is the standard size grip if I ever needed it for concealment reasons ... with all that said, I’m trying to decide which one I’m going to get , 19X or 45. Lol. 😜
I always went for this idea until the G19x came out. I quickly realized that this concept would have a negative recoil impulse compared to the G19x. The larger slide with the smaller grip creates sort of a negative fulcrum point that I don't think would perform well
Been with Glock 25 plus years, there is not a bad one period. Your video pointed that out. 19 and 45 are going to do the same job. I own both, love both. I would probably carry a 45 on duty, and a 19 off duty, that is the only difference. Both shoot the same, both will fire any grain bullet the exact same. By the way, I am an Iowa boy myself, thank god we are going to a CCS 1July, like our friends from south of here.
I use to rave to my friends about my HK VP9 trigger.Bought a g45 last month took it to the range last month and wow this trigger on the g45 is amazing the reset is almost perfect.Loving my Glock 45
Great gun , bought it shot 1400 rnds through the g45 . Great overall gun but I’m stuck on the g19 which “for me” the gun just fills all roles (ccw ,capacity, reliability) can’t beat either pistol
I am glad to see Glock come out with a new model. The changes they made will def Benifit any shooter. I have a Glock 19 G5 which I love and my Carry gun is a Glock 43. I do also have a SW MP Shield which is still a good gun but the slide is hard to release and the action is not as smooth as a Glock. Plus I love the Glock trigger. I have fired SIG’s, 1911’s and Berreta’s and in my opinion nothing compares to a Glock. I am currently still serving in the Army National Guard and I feel that Glock should of got the contract even if the government had to get a separate contract for the ammo. That’s just my opinion. Not that SIG makes a terrible gun but I would prefer a Glock by my side if I had to deploy again. Great review and I might be tempted to try a Glock 45 out.
hey man! Thanks so much for your vids and reviews, I just picked up a G-45 this last weekend - I love it so much! This was my first purchase and your videos really helped my research, including for this one!
I just purchased a Glock model 45 at the end of December. It is now, my favorite Glock that I own. I also own a Gen III Glock 22 .40 cal S&W and a Gen IV Glock 21 .45 cal ACP. The agency that I work for issues Glock 22’s for duty. To be able to practice on my own and be more efficient, familiar, better muscle memory etc., I bought my Glock 22 for that purpose. I think I purchased it in 2008 but definitely, no later than 2009. I have no idea how many rounds I have shot through it but with the exception of loading spent casings in the magazines to simulate malfunctions, I can’t recall it ever having a legitimate minor or major malfunction. In either 2014 or 2015, I purchased my Glock 21. I had been wanting a .45 cal handgun for a while. Due to how well my Glock 22 has performed, I chose to stick with Glock. As I have started learning more about firearms, I wanted to also buy other brands to see how they compared to Glock. When my wife and kids moved to Colorado in 2003, we were moving to the town that she was born and raised in. Her ex husband no longer lived here but due to his abuse and threats to murder her and kidnap the 2 kids they had together but he lost parental rights to, due to his abuse, when we moved here from California, I felt it best to buy a handgun for home protection. Having come from California, and knowing very little about firearms at the time, I bought a brand new Hi Point 9mm. I think the model was called the C-9? That gun was hot garbage! Brand new it was only $99.99 and now I know why it was so cheap. The gun would jam and not properly feed a round into the chamber. It was literally good for only 1 shot and then you had to rack the slide, clear the weapon and in the process, usually have it eject 1 or 2 live rounds before a round would properly go into the chamber. I contacted Hi Point and they were no help and refused to warranty any repairs. They said what was happening was normal until the firearm broke in. My next purchase would be an AR-15 that was super reliable. I also purchased a Remington 870 12 gauge shotgun for home defense too. So until I started doing law enforcement and bought my Glock 22, I mainly used my AR-15 and shotgun for home defense. The Hi Point stayed in a drawer untouched. I think I then traded it in on my Glock 21 to help offset some of the cost. The store gave me $100.00 for it because the model had increased in price from 2004 to 2014 or 2015. I was wanting to get another 9mm again. I was looking at the Glock 17 and Glock 19. I then tried out a M&P 2.0 9mm and absolutely loved it. The grip was so much more comfortable over my Glocks. When payroll hit my account, I went to go buy the M&P. Unfortunately, it sold the day before. I was so freaking bummed too. I then went back and looked at the Glock 17 and 19. Both of the ones the store had in stock had the cheap plastic sights on them. I was planning on also buying the trijicon night sights to add on when the store owner showed me the new Glock 45 and it already had the night sights on it. The handgrip still wasn’t as comfortable as the M&P but it felt much better then my other Glocks. I was considering on waiting for another M&P 2.0 to come in later, in a few days but Glock added a new feature on the Glock 45 or maybe on all Gen V Glocks in general. What was added was the slide lock on both sides of the firearm. I don’t think M&P has their 2.0’s with that feature? But the more I looked at the Glock 45, the more I really liked it. As a result, I pulled the trigger (pun intended) and bought it. I do plan on going back and buying a few M&P 2.0’s in the future. The reason why I love the feature of the slide lock on both sides is because I train using different scenarios all the time. One of the things that I train, is losing the ability of my right hand. Maybe in a real life situation, I have taken a round to my right hand, right elbow or shoulder or anywhere on the right arm and I am unable to rack the slide. Let’s say I am behind cover and am having to switch mags because the one in the Glock is empty. The slide is all the way back and locked into position due to me using all of the rounds. I now have to release the empty mag and reload a full mag into the Glock. But because my right hand does not function, I have to use the slide lock, only using my left hand to release the slide and chamber a round. I can then get back into the firefight, using only my left hand, and can then hopefully stop the threat. If the slide lock was still only on the left side of the Glock, yes I can still do everything but it was take a few seconds longer. I know that doesn’t sound like a lot but even in 3 or 4 seconds, the bad guy can still fire at least 9 or 10 more rounds. So with the slide lock on both sides, maybe that extra 3 or 4 seconds saves my life or 1 or more innocent other lives.
Man you wrote a lot! I like the idea of using spent casing for stimulated gun malfunctions! Thanks for the idea! "God, your momma, and me." Who said those words? Those words came right to my mine when I read your user name .
I absolutely LOVE my Glock 45! Maybe the best gun ever! I do love my other Glocks as well and my H&K's and my SIGS ALL great guns but the 45 may take it all.
@@diceNdiceN it's personal preference. Some people find that their hands fit the finger grooves. Others hated them. Pick one up at your local gun store or rented range and feel them for yourself. It only matters to you because your the one shooting it. You will either go "this feels good" or "this is uncomfortable". Good luck. Remember you can always buy aftermarket grips with grooves (the brand hogue grips for example) or mill the finger grooves off.
I like the g45 and 19x design for a duty pistol. For me it seems to shoot flatter than the longer slide does slightly. And the velocity difference is negligible from 4.5 to 4 as most duty ammo is designed for 4 inch barrels anyways. I feel like the 17 is the gun I wouldn’t want anymore, choose the 34 or the 45 why pick the 17
I've been a 1911 man for decades. I bought one of these because of the release of the 19X and the G45 MOS is now my EDC and the 1911 is relegated to the nightstand.
My G45 did not come with Night Sights. I do know it's the best Glock I have ever owned. The 19 slide with less mass, and the bigger 17 grip, make this gun so easy to shoot fast. Is that really true ? I don't know, but it works for me lol To me, I have slender fingers, I can spread my fingers a little, lower my support hand slightly, and get more leverage to fight the recoil. The only thing I really disagree with, is I prefer the trigger feel of my Gen4. The Gen5 trigger (to me) is spongy like a NY1, but it is still a nice trigger. As far as slide swapping, my 45 slide functions on my Gen4 G32 frame, and the 32 slide functions on the 45 frame.
I always found that funny. "It's so you can strip out a mag if it's stuck". Oh so you admit glocks aren't perfect and will have malfunctions at some point just like every other firearm manufacturer?
The best gun is the one you carry, the one you train with and the one you keep clean. Some add ons are a better trigger if needed, and a really suitable holster. But never forget the best weapon in the world is your brain. Too many people die with holstered weapons. First subject to learn before carrying is awareness. Many great guns out there.
I have XL hands and just bought this today and im waiting for a tier one axis slim holster. This will be my fall through spring setup. For summer and t shirts my shield will be used.
It's funny, for years I carried a G19 with G17 magazines with the grip sleeve adapters on them to give me basically this gun, and for years my gun buddies gave me flack about it, saying it was silly, I should just choose a G17 or a G19... Now, 3 outta 5 of those guys own a G45! Good gun, good video.
I have a 19x but why this has to come out I guess for all you UA-cam HATERS US GLOCK FAN BOYS WILL and I mean we WILL BUY THIS SO YOU GLOCK HATERS JUST PLEASE STOP WE WILL ALWAYS BE HERE ..... FOREVER
The move toward shorter slides with longer grips is not for me. I’m concealing the grip, not the slide. In fact, some full size pistols are more comfortable IWB, because the Kydex extends past my hip bone.
I prefer a shorter slide and a longer grip because I carry appendix. The grip is easy to hide, sitting with the slide digging into your crotch is annoying
The slide length on the 19/23/32/45 is perfect for appendix carry, myself I would like a slightly reduced grip with flush mags for deep concealment and option for pinky extensions like the G30.
Cool video. Would like to get the G45 since the G19 grip is a bit small for me. That's a very cool looking grip design. Does it come like that out of the box or did you have to order it? Thanks
I just bought my first gun, I work for a DOC and we use the Glock 17. I work with the transportation division so unlike most of my fellow officers I get to carry on a daily basis for work. A gun shop in my area offers the blue label program, as law enforcement I get a $100 discount on any Glock weapon. The dealer I worked with said that he only had one left in stock, so I bought it. He was also a military man and liked the weapon. I did not know any of the story behind this weapon when I bought it other than he said it is what he would buy again since he had one on his hip. So I did.
I feel like there was a lot of negative things you said about the 19X that you now are saying are positive. A bit confusing watching them back to back. Good review regardless.
That’s what I was thinking lol...there are some differences between the two guns but having shot BOTH of them...they feel the exact same..literally feels like the same gun, just black and not tan lol
I thought the same thing, like he went with the popular opinion and sh$t on the 19x but now the 45 is the greatest thing ever, only differences? front slide serrations, and the 45 doesnt have the the tab on the mag well, i dont mention lanyard loop because its easily removed, 19x is identical essentially and comes with night sights. I like his channel, but hard to take him seriously now
This is why you do your own research and listen to way more than one reviewer. At the end of the day most of these guys are just giving their opinions. Which really isnt shit.
Honestly I thought it would be "more comfortable in the car," but the thing is, the Safariland holster for this gun has the exact same outer dimension size as a Glock 17. The only difference is the little barrel plug at the bottom. So unless you're brass rollin with a small kydex custom holster OWB there's no difference. (I would not consider anything other than the Safariland for duty carry because of its awesome retention and robust design. They are the gold standard as far as I know.)
This gun was designed to be accurate at 21' and kill multiple assailants quickly, being the flattest shooting 9mm Glock ever. Concealability and long distance shooting wasn't priority.
I just turned 21 and bought the 45 purely because I’m 6’6 and it fit my giant hands the best without have a giant gun sitting on my appendix it’s worth it
My desire for this one is fueled by the fact that I'm short, 5'2". The shorter barrel makes it easier to conceal. I've been carrying a Ruger SRc for years but hate the field stripping for that gun. The Glock also solves that issue for me. I'll be buying one in the next few months.
This gun was designed to be accurate at 21' and kill multiple assailants quickly, being the flattest shooting 9mm Glock ever. Concealability wasn't priority. That being said, most people could carry at 4 o'clock with forward cant and conceal it decently.
Have the glock 45 love it.... But i just want to give all you cops out there a big shout out for all you do... Love you guys and stand behind you 100%..
Just got mine. Put a half pound lighter firing pen spring, makes the trigger the best ever, and trificon HD night sights and that made it the best Glock for me. Don't under stand about the big hands for I have small hands and it fits me just fine.
compact slide on full size frame and front serrations? nice. now improve the trigger, the ergos, the fit, finish and styling, add some cocking supports and its almost comparable to a vp-9 👍
Ive had a 1911 for a couple years now and got one of these in a trade deal. Never had a glock before but i quite like it. I put a upgraded trigger kit into it and now its my nightstand gun.
I believe it is the best Glock for sure.. I love this gun! It is my side arm for private security work and my EDC CCW gun that I trust my life and families life to. I wanna put the 19x slide on the 45
I bought one of these at a pawn shop today for $368 out the door. I certainly didn’t anticipate buying a gun today but a Glock at that price simply has to be bought.
Good video. The G45 is on my future purchase list. I'm glad to know that Glock did away with the magazine cutout, because I was about to buy the Gen5 G19, but the cutout was truly so bothersome and annoying that it became a deal killer.
Well i only owned one glock till yesterday (gen 3 26 great little pistol ! ) was looking for a pre-tested 19 or 17 the two 19s they had (the previous owners had did horrible things to the grips) then he handed me the 45 which was like new ! the guy that bought it had to return it because his wife told him he couldn't have it !!! so at 499.00 it went home with me ! & i haven't put it down yet ! to me it feels really good in my hand & can't wait to shoot it ! will i by another glock ? not sure but this one took care of a itch i had for years to me i got two for one & i'm happy with my choice nice review & i just subbed to your channel
I agree. I think the G19 is great. I was expecting the G45\G19x to be the same but I shoot the G45\G19x better then the G19 or the G17. Dunno, maybe someone is smarter then me. But I'm 6'4" and don't have a problem concealing a large gun.
I’ll 4th that comment. I shoot my 19X better than my 19 and 17. It balances better than the 17 to me. I’ve never liked the way the 17 balances and have preferred the 19. Now the 19X is my favorite handgun.
@@bgomusicco I am guessing much of this is due to very large hands. Small or medium hands on a G45 and you just have a lot of unused grip below your hand. With very large hands the bigger grip of a G45/19X would allow you to control the gun much better. I can't imagine that just an ounce or two of grip hanging below the hand of someone who has smaller/medium hands would be the thing making the difference. I think big hands go G45/19X, medium or smaller hands G19, you can always run bigger mags.
Nice review been debating between a G17 and G45 for a home defense “night stand gun” if you will. I like the idea of my G19 Gen 5 MOS holsters being compatible with the G45. Are there any real advantages to the G17 that might make it a better option than G45 in your opinion? Also I’m a Ohio State Buckeye fan born and raised but I have to say I absolutely love the wave to children at the hospital their in Iowa 🙌🏻 Keep up the great work!
Two years , 2000+ rounds later and I can say the G45 is the best 9mm Glock ever. I've been using it as my EDC
Agree very nice!
It’s my EDC too I love it I feel protected with it on my hip everyday❤️
Absolutely love mine
May I ask which holsters do you guys have for EDC G45? I'm looking into getting one and can't decide
@Nivanger I got a Werkz holster for mine. Affordable and they have holsters for if you have various attachments down to the specific manufacturer of different light or laser or laser/light combo
I have the G17, G19 and G45. When they are all loaded and I pick them up and set them down, one at a time, several times in a row, the G45 just seems perfectly balanced to me. The 19 grip feels a little too short and the 17 feels a tad top heavy. The G45 feels perfect in my hands.
Facts
I agree
Great comment. Looking at a G45 now.
Same exactly for me. It just feels better.
Like a glove 🧤
I would say it's a great gun if you don't already own a 19 or 17. Best of both worlds. I have all 3 and the G45 is my new go to. Daily carry appendix style and my belt gun.
Glock 19 is better than both with the 17 being the worst
@@m1951-j2u I don’t understand this, to me, the 17 is by far the best followed by the 45, with the 19 last.
@@Jedi391 why do you want to carry a unnecessarily large gun is beyond me, but you do you
@@m1951-j2u mainly because the grip of the 19 is too small, in fairness, you may have smaller hands so view it differently. My pinky is barely touching to grip on a 19. The 17 fits like a glove and is much more controllable. Of course the longer slide/barrel lends itself to a more favorable recoil impulse as well and the length of barrel/slide does little to impact conceal-ability. The 19 simply offers less (literally 2 rounds less) unless you’re a small person.
@@m1951-j2u my two cents worth. I own a Gen 4 Glock 19. Always seems to take a two magazine warm up for me at the gun range. Then the group size shrinks noticeably. A Glock 17 not so and I attribute that to the added controllability of the full size grip. Same thing with the Glock 34 and 35 that I own. I like the balance of the Glock 45 and I like the trigger. Haven’t had it to the range as yet but after dry firing it I’ll it’ll do just fine. The thing that ultimately sold me on Glocks was the dependability. I am by nature a better shooter with a 1911 45ACP and still own 3. Smallish hands, short fingers and beefy palms have made the 1911 grip a much more comfortable and natural fit with the Glock feeling like a 2x4 in my hand. Gotta confess here though that the G 45 does feel comfortable. I’m told that Glock experimented with the grip dimensions on the G45 somewhat ( wether that’s true I don’t know) but it does feel better.
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Our department just switched to a Glock45 from S&W M&P 45. I have to say from owning a Glock 19 the Glock 45 is amazing. Enjoy your review
cigarlouie 1984 you guys didn’t like the M&P’s? How come?
@Demonstrate ur god they ain’t kissing your mom so they’re good, no STD’s either
I love mine
Why'd y'all leave the mp?
Amazing how
my department has just announced its adopting the Glock 45!!!! we expect to take possession in 90 days.
Thystaff Thywill : they are issued with the option to buy. I may be buying it, don't tell Mrs Copper!!
And why did they select this model?
Mrandher83: there are a few reasons 1, 9mm is affordable to practice with. 2, we can re-use all current issued holsters. 3, magazine capacity . and 4, (most importantly) its a Glock!
daniel boyd cooper should be a good choice then!
I asked because I hear people say the shorter slide is so it’s more comfortable when seated. I don’t think that has any merit, especially not with a mounted light. We’ve had the G35 for years and it causes no discomfort. The majority of agencies prefer a longer slide, not a shorter one.
Mrandher83: I carried a S&W5946 for the first 21 years as a cop, I just purchased a gen5 Glock 19, and now I wished I had been smarter 22 years ago! the slide length (in my opinion ) will add to the seated comfort considering how much more stuff (i.e. computer, printer, patrol rifle and shotgun) we have in our cars now. sitting room is shrinking! (I may also be getting fat, I'm older)
Hands down the best Glock I have ever shot and I own 11 of them
2nd best after the gen 5 mos 34
Dang dude 11 leave some for the rest of us lol! I love my one and now gonna get another got to up my numbers lol!
@@jeremywilson6949 Some of us even have more than 11. You’ve got some work to do to catch up but 1 is also good enough.
@@ibleedpurple52 Not a fan of the MOS system.
@@ibleedpurple52 to the hospital 🏥🏥🏥🏥🏥🏥 are
Recently traded in my Glock 34 for a 45 and swapped my optic-equipped 19 slide onto the 45's frame for a carry gun. Gotta love the cross-compatibility there. After shooting a single mag through it I was in love. Recoil seems slightly dampened and overall feel in my hand is miles above my 19. New favorite gun
How was the G34? Been thinking about getting one but have never shot one. I hear they are the softest shooting Glock. I’ve carried a G17 for duty use for 12 years and have carried the G19 for ccw. Been using my G45 for ccw the last 4 years and using it as my competition gun for uspsa. How does the 34 compare to the 45 as far as recoil impulse?
I’ve been running a 19X as a duty weapon for the last 8 months. I’m extremely happy with it. I like that it takes full-size mags. Capacity for a duty weapon is a real concern and this pistol fits the bill.
I never understood this about the 19X/G45. The regular 19 can take both compact AND full size mags, yet everyone's losing their minds about how great the G45 is. I genuinely do not understand the hype. Shorter sight radius, shorter barrel, and less magazine versatility sounds like a losing combo.
@@NitroNinja324bigger grip on g45/g19x than g19 for guys like me who have gorilla hands.
@@NitroNinja324easier to draw, better balance, mag isn't sticking out weirdly, full grip. All outweighs the shorter barrel that barely makes any difference on a pistol. Try drawing from a holster in a vehicle with your 19 and try with a 17, 19x, 45. Much easier
@jacobstrutner8232 It looks goofy and I hate it.
@@NitroNinja32419x is amazing
Wasn’t completely sold on the 19X....until I bought a G45 and loved it. I’m picking up a 19X in a week or two. Now, I’m writing this quite a while after this video came out and now we have the G48 and G43X. I own both and prefer to carry the G43X....I feel I get quicker sight acquisition using Trijicon hd sights on the shorter slide. I’m so sold on the idea of “X” models ( shorter slide on larger frame ) that I think they should come,out with a G26X. A G19 frame with a G26 length slide. After all, G19’s are arguably the best selling and commonly concealed carry model. Just my two cents.
Kinda what they did with the 43. Then heck yeah.
I enjoy watching your pistol reviews. I believe your opinions are very practical in real life for the most part. Lastly I like how you don’t wast time you just dive right in and cover the information people want. Thanks had to leave a sub.
Glock created the G45 for law enforcement from the mouth of glock themselves, but they have wised up enough to know to sell it to civilians. Good video.
When our department trades every couple of years, we civilian's get to buy them. I just bought one that is a department trade. I'm a small person but I'm able to CC easy and I love mine. I did have to laugh though, it came with a marked casing and also on the envelope it gives exact twist and marking on casing's. I don't care because I know I'm not going to be doing anything Illegal with it, but for me it was kinda funny. Also came with 3 extra mag's and a nice case.
I recently started carrying a Glock 45MOS as a duty gun, coming from our agency issued Glock 21. Of all the Glocks I’ve ever owned, the 45MOS is my favorite. It’s perfectly balanced, very accurate (especially with a red dot), the smaller G19 grip does make a difference when sitting in a cruiser (or desk chair), the Gen 5 trigger is super smooth, and is a good all around duty gun. I had my doubts at first, but after 30 minutes on the range and seeing 1-2” groups, I was sold.
I've heard that the grip cut-out on the Gen5 Glock 19 bugs some people, but in June I did a four-day course during which time I fired close to 800 rounds and never noticed the cut-out. It wasn't until after I got home that I remembered I wanted to see how the cut-out felt on my little finger.
G45 features are more inline with competition ! I like it. Now for those of us who dislike digging our nails into steel how about a Lever take down. Thanks for sharing. 🎯👍
It’s Chris Bartocci, pronounced bar-tach-e, for anyone wondering. His channel is small arms solutions and it’s an excellent channel.
Love SmallArmsSolutions. Great UA-cam channel. I've actually learned alot from that channel. Good source of information...
Ben W He’s too careful with his words and isn’t honest about some issues from gun to gun
Burntburgers such as?.....
Edit: has yet to respond, wonder why...
Hehe, he said Chris Broccoli! :P Mr Bartocci is very knowledgeabe and doesn't shy away from giving his own opinion and preferences next to that of others, but primarily gives unbiased reviews. Him being dishonest would certainly negatively influence his career and let me assure you, he is renowned for his previous work and I'm not referring to his UA-cam posts. Maybe one would change his mind after reading some of his work.
Eskimo1973 it has been known Chris gets information wrong, he has also taken credit of something he claims is his own but is not and that was in regards to M855 ammo. Take Chris’ information with a grain of salt, not all of it is 100% correct.
Great review and detail of the G45. I was contemplating about getting the 19x or G45, but after seeing this review. I’m more convinced to lean more toward the G45.
I have both and love both. If ur just gonna pick one go for the g45.
@@dirtnap3073 ditto
Just a canadian shooter here. Man what i would give to come shoot with you on your compound here in Canada we have to take handguns to registered ranges only no shooting on your own land.. So glad I found a genuinely honest un bias opinion to fire arm reviews/accessories. Thanks for your time and content.
Is that all of canada?
@@Armymi33 yes sir. In canada any firearm that is under the restricted category can only be fired at official ranges. With the odd exception of those that get carry permits when their job dictates it or they will be in an area with Natural predators. My friend has a acreage out of town. If I ever got caught shooting my glock or AR I could lose my firearms license because they are both restricted firearms while a 50BMG enjoys a unrestricted title so I can shoot that 🤦♂️ 🤦♂️ 🤦♂️
@@internetexpert8153 u poor man. U should consider moving to Michigan. Were close to Canada without all the Canada silliness.
@@Armymi33 the only thing I'm enjoying is 37mm grenade launchers, free health care, and no SBR laws. Other then that everything else sucks the federal government was recently talking about a semi auto /handgun ban. If that ever happens I'll be looking for a job in your state
A lot of our more extreme gun grabbers have started saying "We just want to ban semiautomatic rifles" for some reason.
Even liberals laugh at them though.
I hate it when Glock guys pop out of bushes. What were they doing in there? I bet they were secretly fondling an M&P 2.0.
KS exactly my thoughts, this is an even match for a full size 2.0..Both are now carry versions
Lol yea it happens more than you would think
@@HonestOutlawReviews Honest just curious, Is the 45 and the 2.0 fullsize dimensionally identical?
AHAHA....... If using this for Duty... why does any department use anything except a 34/17L
@@InAllSeriousness88 what??
This has become one of my go to gun channels. Good job bro! Thanks for your time
Great channel. Kudos on the videos. I just picked my G45 up today after going to 2 stores and calling almost all the blue label dealers. I finally found one....I am excited I got what I really wanted. Awesome video as usual.
The Glock 45 is business as usual. Perhaps a bit boring, but highly reliable and functional. So, business as usual. I have huge hands, so the larger grip is welcome. I agree with you on all the changes were overdue. Thanks for the update, Honest.
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president excellent pistol glock 45 alot of fun shooting there great excited everyshoot perfict fantastic have nice day ^^^***
My hands aren't large by any stretch of the imagination, but my fingers are thicker. The 19 doesn't quite fit me all the way, but the fullsized frame gives me more leverage.
you taking apart the guns with no mistake sounded so crisp and clean. props, love the video
Right lol. When I take a Glock apart, it sounds like I'm fighting a bear.
No regrets making a gen 4 G19 my first glock just a few days ago. Came with the front serrations and, more importantly, no magwell pinky guillotine.
I think that pinky guillotine is going to be the reason I get a 45, and not a 19 Gen 5
The newer gen 5 19s don’t have finger guillotine. I got one in August and no finger guillotine
Do you still carry it, and how do you like it thus far. I'm debating on a new carry gun and I have a 17 but that's now a home defense handgun and my fn 509c is making me mad with prices 50 for a mag and 150 for different sights.
Good video. Now, here are MY thoughts. To start off with, I'm a "tactical" guy. I like tactical. I own both tactical AND practical firearms. On the tactical side, I have a 19X. LOVE the 19X. I think the balance, control, recoil impulse are all very smooth. With it being my tactical firearm, concealability isn't a concern, although I HAVE carried it in the winter months where a bigger, heavier jacket easily eliminates any concerns of my gun 'printing'. On the practical side, I have a 43X. How do I define "practical" in this instance? Ease of concealability, comfort of carry, and magazine capacity. The slim frame of the 43X checks the first two boxes, and with 10 rnds in a single stack, that checks the last box, and ShieldArms makes a 15 round double to single mag that fits flush with the 43X grip. While the 43X is slightly uncomfortable to shoot for a guy with big hands, aka ME, it's more of a FUNCTION over FIT for me when it comes to discharging it. Because it's a Glock, I know it will fire when I pull the trigger, and that I will hit whatever it is I am aiming at, and will continue to function flawlessly until I run out of ammo. I mention ALL that to ask this question.......why so much emphasis on gun size for concealability purposes when you have a tac-light dangling off the end?
You're correct back in 2017 Glock released a limited production run of Gen 4 g-17 and g19's with forward cocking serrations and Glock night sights. I own one of those g19's
But with that said the new g45 is definitely on my hit list.
I am an old fogie 1911 man. In old times, it was not allowed to own both a 1911 and glock. So, after years and years, 7-1911's and mucho other plinkers, I bought (hold your ears and at risk of getting banned on 1911 forums) my first glock, a model 45. My last EDC for ages was M&P shield 9mm. A month ago I picked up a M&P 2.0 compact. Very sweet pistoli. I now EDC this Glock. I may have to buy extra silica gel beads for all the tears in my safe, but it is what it is.
I was issued a government 1911 as a hospital corpsman for the 2nd Recon Marines.
What would you recommend as a good carry 1911?
I’ve been looking at the Dan Wesson DWX Compact which has a little CZ DNA in it.
As a LE officer I will say that it is a good design. It allows you to carry 17+1 rounds as opposed to 15+1. Speaking from experience, carrying in a vehicle is a valid argument. Police Officers don’t have the luxury of carrying the latest Kyle holsters on duty, for the most part we carry an oversized Safariland holster, with light, and a century lock.
Right on the money. I just made the swap to the MOS G45. Haven’t mounted the dot yet, still running the night sights. Very happy over all with this gen 5 pistol.
I like the shorter slide because it allows my tac light to protrude further out, which provides a stand off, in case a contact shot were required. It allows the slide to stay in battery when pressed against something.
Correct.
I love the G45. It is my favorite Glock! I just wish Glock would do the same with other calibers. Especially in .40 S&W, and .357 Sig. I would buy those in a heartbeat!
I just got my first Glock and I got the 17 gen 5. I really appreciate the info you provide and the way you do it.
I own every Glock 9 mm except the 17L . I’ve been rocking the G45 for about 9 months now and it is absolutely my favorite.
I was looking for the 17l and was told the only way to get one is to build it, the barrel and upper slide can be purchased from Glock
@@norrisdillahuntjr4570 they are a limited run every year. They are out there . I got mine at a local gun store out here in southern Arizona a few months ago. A long wait with high anticipation and the 17L did not live up to the hype for me. The G45 is go to carry for me. For competition I use either my 17 or 34 with trij RMR.
A lot of my local PDs are going to the G45 for the benefits you mentioned about sitting in patrol vehicles all day and needing something more comfortable.
Another outstanding review from Honest Outlaw...I love hearing your thoughts on all these different platforms. You always get straight to the point and tell the good and bad without caring what anyone thinks, and that’s what I like about your reviews. Keep up the great work sir!!
Someday maybe I will be able to shoot Atleast half as good as you.
I have had a gen 2 to a gen 5 19, they have been my favorite carry weapon for over a decade and I have shot more rounds than I care to think about. Unfortunately, I also have fat hands. The flared magwell was an awesome addition, but over time it annoyed me with the gen 5 19, I had a little more than a half-inch of hand meat hanging below the base of the grip. The flare, although subtle, didn't sit right with me and rubbed somewhat awkwardly. I found a guy that bought a 45 and he wanted to go back to a 19, so we swapped. I couldn't be happier. I know it sounds over-exaggerated, but I feel so much more confident now in my purchase on the grip. Could I still shoot and use the 19 (gen 5) in a defense situation? Abso-freaking-lutely. I would and have picked it over many other carry weapons. But that's my .02 on the situation. I feel like no matter the plusses or negatives or preconceived notions as to why the 45 platform is "better", it fills my needs better than my 19 did. 45 is definitely a winner with me.
I used to laugh at the idea of the longer grip and shorter slide. Now I kinda want one
Its beautiful brother
Peter Dragon I bought it as an impulse buy. Within a week or two I realized I freaking loved it.
They just shoot well ! why you think so many have sold
Love mine 🖤
Peter Dragon exactly the same here. I didn’t think it made any sense. My 19 is more versatile, I can add mag extensions if I want to carry more ammo etc. plus the 19 grip is comfortable for me & at least I have the option is the standard size grip if I ever needed it for concealment reasons ... with all that said, I’m trying to decide which one I’m going to get , 19X or 45. Lol. 😜
Glock 26 slide with Glock 19 frame. Just sayin'.
Dash Masterson I’d go as far as Glock 26 slide on 17 frame.
I always went for this idea until the G19x came out. I quickly realized that this concept would have a negative recoil impulse compared to the G19x. The larger slide with the smaller grip creates sort of a negative fulcrum point that I don't think would perform well
Yes! That would be bad ass. Ccw dream imho
Id like it better the other way around.
More like 26 frame with 19 slide
I have a Glock 21 gen 2. Carried it 25 years and it has never failed.
Thank you for sharing. I was hesitant about the 45 without anything to compare to. My experience with the 34 wasn’t all that great. Now I’m curious 👍
Been with Glock 25 plus years, there is not a bad one period. Your video pointed that out. 19 and 45 are going to do the same job. I own both, love both. I would probably carry a 45 on duty, and a 19 off duty, that is the only difference. Both shoot the same, both will fire any grain bullet the exact same. By the way, I am an Iowa boy myself, thank god we are going to a CCS 1July, like our friends from south of here.
As simple as that.
Thank you for the bottom line conclusion.
The 44 is pretty fucked up ngl
But 1 out of like 30 guns is a great track record
Glad to see your still growing! I share your content as much as possible ! Keep the quality videos coming!
I use to rave to my friends about my HK VP9 trigger.Bought a g45 last month took it to the range last month and wow this trigger on the g45 is amazing the reset is almost perfect.Loving my Glock 45
Great gun , bought it shot 1400 rnds through the g45 . Great overall gun but I’m stuck on the g19 which “for me” the gun just fills all roles (ccw ,capacity, reliability) can’t beat either pistol
Great review! Thanks, because I was wondering about the G45. You pretty much answered all of my question/concerns!
I am glad to see Glock come out with a new model. The changes they made will def Benifit any shooter. I have a Glock 19 G5 which I love and my Carry gun is a Glock 43. I do also have a SW MP Shield which is still a good gun but the slide is hard to release and the action is not as smooth as a Glock. Plus I love the Glock trigger. I have fired SIG’s, 1911’s and Berreta’s and in my opinion nothing compares to a Glock. I am currently still serving in the Army National Guard and I feel that Glock should of got the contract even if the government had to get a separate contract for the ammo. That’s just my opinion. Not that SIG makes a terrible gun but I would prefer a Glock by my side if I had to deploy again. Great review and I might be tempted to try a Glock 45 out.
hey man! Thanks so much for your vids and reviews, I just picked up a G-45 this last weekend - I love it so much! This was my first purchase and your videos really helped my research, including for this one!
The G45 has quickly become my all time favorite Glock. It has replaced my CZ P-10C as my duty sidearm.
I just purchased a Glock model 45 at the end of December. It is now, my favorite Glock that I own.
I also own a Gen III Glock 22 .40 cal S&W and a Gen IV Glock 21 .45 cal ACP. The agency that I work for issues Glock 22’s for duty. To be able to practice on my own and be more efficient, familiar, better muscle memory etc., I bought my Glock 22 for that purpose. I think I purchased it in 2008 but definitely, no later than 2009. I have no idea how many rounds I have shot through it but with the exception of loading spent casings in the magazines to simulate malfunctions, I can’t recall it ever having a legitimate minor or major malfunction.
In either 2014 or 2015, I purchased my Glock 21. I had been wanting a .45 cal handgun for a while. Due to how well my Glock 22 has performed, I chose to stick with Glock.
As I have started learning more about firearms, I wanted to also buy other brands to see how they compared to Glock. When my wife and kids moved to Colorado in 2003, we were moving to the town that she was born and raised in. Her ex husband no longer lived here but due to his abuse and threats to murder her and kidnap the 2 kids they had together but he lost parental rights to, due to his abuse, when we moved here from California, I felt it best to buy a handgun for home protection. Having come from California, and knowing very little about firearms at the time, I bought a brand new Hi Point 9mm. I think the model was called the C-9? That gun was hot garbage! Brand new it was only $99.99 and now I know why it was so cheap. The gun would jam and not properly feed a round into the chamber. It was literally good for only 1 shot and then you had to rack the slide, clear the weapon and in the process, usually have it eject 1 or 2 live rounds before a round would properly go into the chamber. I contacted Hi Point and they were no help and refused to warranty any repairs. They said what was happening was normal until the firearm broke in. My next purchase would be an AR-15 that was super reliable. I also purchased a Remington 870 12 gauge shotgun for home defense too. So until I started doing law enforcement and bought my Glock 22, I mainly used my AR-15 and shotgun for home defense. The Hi Point stayed in a drawer untouched. I think I then traded it in on my Glock 21 to help offset some of the cost. The store gave me $100.00 for it because the model had increased in price from 2004 to 2014 or 2015.
I was wanting to get another 9mm again. I was looking at the Glock 17 and Glock 19. I then tried out a M&P 2.0 9mm and absolutely loved it. The grip was so much more comfortable over my Glocks. When payroll hit my account, I went to go buy the M&P. Unfortunately, it sold the day before. I was so freaking bummed too. I then went back and looked at the Glock 17 and 19. Both of the ones the store had in stock had the cheap plastic sights on them. I was planning on also buying the trijicon night sights to add on when the store owner showed me the new Glock 45 and it already had the night sights on it. The handgrip still wasn’t as comfortable as the M&P but it felt much better then my other Glocks. I was considering on waiting for another M&P 2.0 to come in later, in a few days but Glock added a new feature on the Glock 45 or maybe on all Gen V Glocks in general. What was added was the slide lock on both sides of the firearm. I don’t think M&P has their 2.0’s with that feature? But the more I looked at the Glock 45, the more I really liked it. As a result, I pulled the trigger (pun intended) and bought it. I do plan on going back and buying a few M&P 2.0’s in the future.
The reason why I love the feature of the slide lock on both sides is because I train using different scenarios all the time. One of the things that I train, is losing the ability of my right hand. Maybe in a real life situation, I have taken a round to my right hand, right elbow or shoulder or anywhere on the right arm and I am unable to rack the slide. Let’s say I am behind cover and am having to switch mags because the one in the Glock is empty. The slide is all the way back and locked into position due to me using all of the rounds. I now have to release the empty mag and reload a full mag into the Glock. But because my right hand does not function, I have to use the slide lock, only using my left hand to release the slide and chamber a round. I can then get back into the firefight, using only my left hand, and can then hopefully stop the threat.
If the slide lock was still only on the left side of the Glock, yes I can still do everything but it was take a few seconds longer. I know that doesn’t sound like a lot but even in 3 or 4 seconds, the bad guy can still fire at least 9 or 10 more rounds. So with the slide lock on both sides, maybe that extra 3 or 4 seconds saves my life or 1 or more innocent other lives.
Man you wrote a lot! I like the idea of using spent casing for stimulated gun malfunctions! Thanks for the idea!
"God, your momma, and me." Who said those words? Those words came right to my mine when I read your user name .
2:33 Mine came with Glock standard ball in a cup sights, not night sights. :( going to throw some Trijicons on it soon though.
Same, also got the trijicons lol
@@tylersmith8692 exactly the same for me too, lol. you can't really beat the trijicons
Mine too. Ignored and put red dot. Love it.
I just picked mine up and I really enjoy. I was wondering if youre planning on doing a P10c update with however many rounds you have through it now.
I absolutely LOVE my Glock 45! Maybe the best gun ever! I do love my other Glocks as well and my H&K's and my SIGS ALL great guns but the 45 may take it all.
The Glock 45 is my favorite of all my guns. The balance is perfect. If I could only have one pistol, it would be the G45
The Gen. 4 had the finger grips is there a difference with not having those
@@diceNdiceN it's personal preference. Some people find that their hands fit the finger grooves. Others hated them. Pick one up at your local gun store or rented range and feel them for yourself. It only matters to you because your the one shooting it. You will either go "this feels good" or "this is uncomfortable". Good luck. Remember you can always buy aftermarket grips with grooves (the brand hogue grips for example) or mill the finger grooves off.
I like the g45 and 19x design for a duty pistol. For me it seems to shoot flatter than the longer slide does slightly. And the velocity difference is negligible from 4.5 to 4 as most duty ammo is designed for 4 inch barrels anyways. I feel like the 17 is the gun I wouldn’t want anymore, choose the 34 or the 45 why pick the 17
I also love that you can just put the 19rd mags in it from 19x. I swap out OEM mag extension for a black one and it’s aesthetically good to go.
I own one and I love it. The most comfortable and accurate pistol I have ever shot with the large dove tail grips it is my concealed carry pistol
I've been a 1911 man for decades. I bought one of these because of the release of the 19X and the G45 MOS is now my EDC and the 1911 is relegated to the nightstand.
My G45 did not come with Night Sights. I do know it's the best Glock I have ever owned. The 19 slide with less mass, and the bigger 17 grip, make this gun so easy to shoot fast. Is that really true ? I don't know, but it works for me lol To me, I have slender fingers, I can spread my fingers a little, lower my support hand slightly, and get more leverage to fight the recoil. The only thing I really disagree with, is I prefer the trigger feel of my Gen4. The Gen5 trigger (to me) is spongy like a NY1, but it is still a nice trigger. As far as slide swapping, my 45 slide functions on my Gen4 G32 frame, and the 32 slide functions on the 45 frame.
I'm so glad they go rid of the stupid cutout in the front of the magwell. That was the dumbest thing ever found on a glock.
I always found that funny. "It's so you can strip out a mag if it's stuck". Oh so you admit glocks aren't perfect and will have malfunctions at some point just like every other firearm manufacturer?
Yet dummies bought them anyway. Lol
I though that was James Yeager (sorry, can't pass up a straight line)
The devil's half-moon they called it.
what was wrong w it? just cuz it’s ugly?
The best gun is the one you carry, the one you train with and the one you keep clean. Some add ons are a better trigger if needed, and a really suitable holster. But never forget the best weapon in the world is your brain. Too many people die with holstered weapons. First subject to learn before carrying is awareness. Many great guns out there.
Just bought this as my first gun, cant wait to pick it up!
I have XL hands and just bought this today and im waiting for a tier one axis slim holster.
This will be my fall through spring setup. For summer and t shirts my shield will be used.
It's funny, for years I carried a G19 with G17 magazines with the grip sleeve adapters on them to give me basically this gun, and for years my gun buddies gave me flack about it, saying it was silly, I should just choose a G17 or a G19... Now, 3 outta 5 of those guys own a G45! Good gun, good video.
Jack Maddox it’s what I was thinking - why not get g17 mag instead?
the new gen 5 updates pretty much added everything that the 45 got except the standard night sights
Damnit another glock I gotta add to my collection!
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Yes sir agreed!!! Lol
I feel you brother
I have a 19x but why this has to come out I guess for all you UA-cam HATERS US GLOCK FAN BOYS WILL and I mean we WILL BUY THIS SO YOU GLOCK HATERS JUST PLEASE STOP WE WILL ALWAYS BE HERE ..... FOREVER
Collect them all
Great review of the gun. This gun conceals well in a appendix carry rig with a wedge and claw.
The move toward shorter slides with longer grips is not for me. I’m concealing the grip, not the slide. In fact, some full size pistols are more comfortable IWB, because the Kydex extends past my hip bone.
This gun was not designed for you, sweetie.
I prefer a shorter slide and a longer grip because I carry appendix. The grip is easy to hide, sitting with the slide digging into your crotch is annoying
Don’t really think it was glocks intention to hit the ccw market hard with this one ....
The slide length on the 19/23/32/45 is perfect for appendix carry, myself I would like a slightly reduced grip with flush mags for deep concealment and option for pinky extensions like the G30.
Same here man, slide conceals easily. It’s the damn frame that makes me print.
Also one other thing I noticed: the chamfer on the front of the slide actually matches with the front of the frame now 👍🏾
5 minutes in I realize this gun isn't chambered in .45 acp
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Glock 4+5 = 9mm
Finally a glock that shoots 45 auto
@@joshuasmith6346 Glock 21 does
Branden's Outdoor Channel the Glock 30 does to
I pick mine up later this month. I liked your video, very informative!
I like how youre backing up your review with actual footage of you, different footage of you shooting it and not just you talking to the camera
Cool video. Would like to get the G45 since the G19 grip is a bit small for me. That's a very cool looking grip design. Does it come like that out of the box or did you have to order it? Thanks
I’m more excited that Glock is finally putting the package together. These gen 5 mos guns are great.
I just bought my first gun, I work for a DOC and we use the Glock 17. I work with the transportation division so unlike most of my fellow officers I get to carry on a daily basis for work. A gun shop in my area offers the blue label program, as law enforcement I get a $100 discount on any Glock weapon. The dealer I worked with said that he only had one left in stock, so I bought it. He was also a military man and liked the weapon. I did not know any of the story behind this weapon when I bought it other than he said it is what he would buy again since he had one on his hip. So I did.
Your video was spot-on I love this gun. And for me it's one of the best
I feel like there was a lot of negative things you said about the 19X that you now are saying are positive. A bit confusing watching them back to back. Good review regardless.
That’s what I was thinking lol...there are some differences between the two guns but having shot BOTH of them...they feel the exact same..literally feels like the same gun, just black and not tan lol
I thought the same thing, like he went with the popular opinion and sh$t on the 19x but now the 45 is the greatest thing ever, only differences? front slide serrations, and the 45 doesnt have the the tab on the mag well, i dont mention lanyard loop because its easily removed, 19x is identical essentially and comes with night sights. I like his channel, but hard to take him seriously now
This is why you do your own research and listen to way more than one reviewer. At the end of the day most of these guys are just giving their opinions. Which really isnt shit.
Honestly I thought it would be "more comfortable in the car," but the thing is, the Safariland holster for this gun has the exact same outer dimension size as a Glock 17. The only difference is the little barrel plug at the bottom. So unless you're brass rollin with a small kydex custom holster OWB there's no difference. (I would not consider anything other than the Safariland for duty carry because of its awesome retention and robust design. They are the gold standard as far as I know.)
This gun was designed to be accurate at 21' and kill multiple assailants quickly, being the flattest shooting 9mm Glock ever. Concealability and long distance shooting wasn't priority.
I like the video great job! Like the gloves you used what kind are they?
I just turned 21 and bought the 45 purely because I’m 6’6 and it fit my giant hands the best without have a giant gun sitting on my appendix it’s worth it
HEY, YOU NEED A BASKETBALL! NOT A GUN! : /
My desire for this one is fueled by the fact that I'm short, 5'2". The shorter barrel makes it easier to conceal. I've been carrying a Ruger SRc for years but hate the field stripping for that gun. The Glock also solves that issue for me. I'll be buying one in the next few months.
This gun was designed to be accurate at 21' and kill multiple assailants quickly, being the flattest shooting 9mm Glock ever. Concealability wasn't priority. That being said, most people could carry at 4 o'clock with forward cant and conceal it decently.
Have the glock 45 love it.... But i just want to give all you cops out there a big shout out for all you do... Love you guys and stand behind you 100%..
Gotta say love how the bullets go to the beat of the intro song at 3 secs... satisfying
I’m an M&P guy, but it seems like Mr. Glock listened to what you guys wanted this time around.
Just got mine. Put a half pound lighter firing pen spring, makes the trigger the best ever, and trificon HD night sights and that made it the best Glock for me. Don't under stand about the big hands for I have small hands and it fits me just fine.
I wish they still came with night sights on them all.
Why did they stop ?
@@MkArms1997probably to further justify the price difference between the 45 and the 19x
Ya mine came with standard Glock sights
Upgraded mine with ameriglo optic height night sights. It was a great upgrade. I will be installing the Glock performance trigger on it as well
I just purchased the Glock 45 Gen5 and this video has been very helpful, thank you 🙏🏾
I can not understand why they do not offer the rtf 2 texture on there new pistols. It is the best texture out of any polymer pistol ever IMO...
Nyquil07 Na I agree , got the Larry vickers Lipsey grey rtf 2 g19 a couple years ago. I will never get rid of it .
No way. The m&p 2.0 is better imo.
Another great comprehensive review. I was thinking I needed this, and debating what to get next. Thanks to you it’ll be a P10C.
Did the firing pin retaining pin on that CZ break yet ?
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compact slide on full size frame and front serrations? nice. now improve the trigger, the ergos, the fit, finish and styling, add some cocking supports and its almost comparable to a vp-9 👍
Glock Fanboy: "It wasn't made for you bro!!!"
Dead. 😂😂
It's funny because the g19x released to the public still isn't the same one who competed in the military
Ive had a 1911 for a couple years now and got one of these in a trade deal. Never had a glock before but i quite like it. I put a upgraded trigger kit into it and now its my nightstand gun.
I believe it is the best Glock for sure.. I love this gun! It is my side arm for private security work and my EDC CCW gun that I trust my life and families life to. I wanna put the 19x slide on the 45
I bought one of these at a pawn shop today for $368 out the door. I certainly didn’t anticipate buying a gun today but a Glock at that price simply has to be bought.
Good video. The G45 is on my future purchase list. I'm glad to know that Glock did away with the magazine cutout, because I was about to buy the Gen5 G19, but the cutout was truly so bothersome and annoying that it became a deal killer.
I agree.
Well i only owned one glock till yesterday (gen 3 26 great little pistol ! ) was looking for a pre-tested 19 or 17 the two 19s they had (the previous owners had did horrible things to the grips) then he handed me the 45 which was like new ! the guy that bought it had to return it because his wife told him he couldn't have it !!! so at 499.00 it went home with me ! & i haven't put it down yet ! to me it feels really good in my hand & can't wait to shoot it ! will i by another glock ? not sure but this one took care of a itch i had for years to me i got two for one & i'm happy with my choice nice review & i just subbed to your channel
Love the Glock 45 and the Glock 19x. I own both, if I had to choose one, it would be the 19x
So will this firearm still fit the same duty holsters as the glock 19,17 without a problem or woukd it need some configurations?
i was more accurate with the 45 than I am with my 19 . It's a totally different weapon IMO they feel nothing alike when shooting .
I agree. I think the G19 is great. I was expecting the G45\G19x to be the same but I shoot the G45\G19x better then the G19 or the G17. Dunno, maybe someone is smarter then me. But I'm 6'4" and don't have a problem concealing a large gun.
I’ll 4th that comment. I shoot my 19X better than my 19 and 17. It balances better than the 17 to me. I’ve never liked the way the 17 balances and have preferred the 19. Now the 19X is my favorite handgun.
@@bgomusicco I am guessing much of this is due to very large hands. Small or medium hands on a G45 and you just have a lot of unused grip below your hand. With very large hands the bigger grip of a G45/19X would allow you to control the gun much better. I can't imagine that just an ounce or two of grip hanging below the hand of someone who has smaller/medium hands would be the thing making the difference. I think big hands go G45/19X, medium or smaller hands G19, you can always run bigger mags.
Nice review been debating between a G17 and G45 for a home defense “night stand gun” if you will. I like the idea of my G19 Gen 5 MOS holsters being compatible with the G45. Are there any real advantages to the G17 that might make it a better option than G45 in your opinion? Also I’m a Ohio State Buckeye fan born and raised but I have to say I absolutely love the wave to children at the hospital their in Iowa 🙌🏻 Keep up the great work!
G34 would be even better!
Maybe one day I will pick up a Glock see what it feels like for me CZ is the way to go but since I have Never even held a Glock I can not judge.