Checked out a Glock 36 today. Magazines were not dropping free.

[WinThePennant]

Early Glocks did not let the mag drop free (as I understand it).

All my Gen 4 Glocks let the mag drop free.

 

[rvanpelt]

I have a Glock 36 that is about 10 yrs. old and love it. SN# DVU***US. The most reliable auto I've owned that will eat any ammo I feed it. Nice to carry. The mag drops free also. Don't know about the new ones though.
Hope this helps.
Rod van Pelt

 

[TAKtical]

Ive had two over the years and empty mags did not drop free. Thats just one of the problems ive had with the 36. Not trying to start anything here but ive heard and read that the 36 is the "problem child" of the glock family. I traded my 36's for 30's and have had no problems with them. im sure lots of guys here have 36's that are problem free, im just sharing my opinion and experiences. Do your own research select what works and fits best for you. You can easily fix the mag issue and it might correct itself over time.