Designed as a compact crossover pistol Glock 45 combines the compact slide of the Glock 19 with the full-size frame of the service model Glock 17. It offers all the benefits of a Gen 5 including the ambidextrous controls and partially preloaded safe action trigger. The Glock 45 also includes a new flared magazine well and Glock’s Modular Backstrap System to allow shooters of different sizes to fit comfortably on the grip.
Reliability
The G45 is a “crossover” gun that mates a G17 grip with a compact G19 slide. It’s designed for law enforcement officers who need to carry a full-sized duty pistol in non-permissive environments or covert plain clothes operations.
The frame is subdued black with the new nDLC finish, and features swappable beavertail backstraps for individual fit and simple grip checkering. The G45’s slide features front serrations for better purchase when manipulating the firearm, and for a tactile confirmation of a loaded chamber. Glocks are incredibly reliable, and are trusted by professionals worldwide for this reason. They’re a bit like the Ford Model T of handguns, and just keep on going.
Accuracy
The Glock 45 is a great choice for cops who want to carry lots of ammo. It uses the same magazines as a standard G17 but holds 17 rounds instead of 13. The shorter slide makes it easier to clear a duty holster and draw the pistol quickly. This can be a life or death difference in a critical situation.
The ambidextrous magazine release, flat trigger guard for speed loads and reversible slide stop lever allow for individual customization. The subdued black frame has enhanced grip texture and forward cocking serrations for easy chamber checking. It also has the superior Glock hard-surface nDLC finish and is equipped with the Gen 5 Marksman barrel for increased accuracy.
Its short slide and narrower grip make it a little easier to conceal in the field, though the shorter sight radius may not be beneficial for snipers or those who need to shoot longer distances.
Modularity
The Glock 45 is a new crossover pistol that combines the best features of the G17 and G19 Gen5 models. It has a full-size frame, but a compact slide and barrel to make it easier to conceal in uniform.
It also has a beavertail that allows for individual customization, a reversible magazine catch and an ambidextrous slide stop lever. Both the slide and frame have the proven Glock hard-surface nDLC finish in subdued black. The G45 has front serrations that other Glock models don’t offer, which gives the operator another point of contact to clear malfunctions.
It is also able to accommodate most popular reflex optical sights on the market. This makes it a great option for police officers who are currently using red dot sights and would like to transition to the G45.
Portability
The Glock 45 is not a pocket pistol by any stretch of the imagination, but it is an excellent concealed carry gun. It has the compact slide and barrel length of the Glock 19 with the longer grip of the 17 and fits almost all 17 holsters. It’s also optics-ready and can easily accommodate a micro red dot sight.
The G45 has the flat front strap that is popular with law enforcement and replaceable backstraps for a custom fit. It has the new ion-bonded nDLC finish that is darker and more durable than previous generations of Glocks. The trigger has a smooth face instead of the serrated face on the 17 and 19 models. It also has no finger grooves and the base of the grip is mildly flared to create a magwell that eliminates slide bite.
What’s Next?
Glock 45 combines the G17 grip and the G19 slide for an ideal service pistol. It’s used by law enforcement and is becoming increasingly popular for home and self-defense. Its reliability, high-ammo capacity, and balance make it a perfect choice for everyday carry. Rent one at Eagle Gun Range and see for yourself!
Its trigger is comparable to the G19’s with a smooth face and similar pull, but without the G19’s cutout in the front of the magwell. It also has a flat frontstrap and no extended base for holsters, but it’s still a good choice if you need to carry an extra magazine in your pocket or have limited space. A short barrel makes the G45 easier to carry but may reduce your sight radius. It can be a drawback for uniformed officers but could benefit civilians who conceal the weapon regularly.
