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Okay, I have now heard from a couple of spots, including Glocktalk, that there is a new Glock coming out the end of the year, beginning of next year. I was told there was a photo on Glocktalk, but I am not a member and wasn't able to find it.

At this point I am not looking for confirmation, just a photo. I would really like to know what it looks like.

There are a couple of changes, but the most notable is the interchangable backstrap.

Does anyone have a photo or can you post a link to one?

Thanks
 
I have handled this model and it is quite a bit "tackier" than the previous generation, though you wouldn't think so just looking at it. It also seems like the corners on the grip have been rounded just a bit making it a little less like holding a 2x4 in your hand. I have no comment about the slide serrations, your hand really focuses on the grip. I think this is an improvement over the previous generation.
 
I dont think that they intend this glock to be the 4th gen, but I dont know. I know that they call it the "Glock 22 RTF". RTF stands for Rough Textured Frame. I would say this is just an enhancement, kind of like the Short Frame model glocks. I have seen both the Glock 22 RTF and the Glock 17 RTF and I do like the feel of the new texture, but I am not crazy about the slide serrations. I love my glocks, but I do believe that Glock is falling behind the competition curve. I have heard rumors of a new glock though, not these RTF glocks , but an actual new design with interchangeable back strap, new grip texture, and forward slide serrations. It was just a rumor, but who knows.
 
What is a backstrap?
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The rear part of the grip that contacts the palm of your hand. Some models have interchangeable pieces that can be swapped out to fit different hand sizes making one pistol fit more people.

I've also been hearing vague rumors of a new generation Glock with interchangeable backstraps, but I haven't heard of or seen a picture floating around. I guess I figured it would just be more vaporware.
 
Wow those new serrations on the slide sure remind me of my M&P, kinda funny. I think the slight changes they have made make the Glock a nicer looking pistol.
 
Well, that was much ado about nothing.

I guess when you are 'perfection' you don't go changing too much.
 
The rear serrations should have stayed the same, they have great aesthetic value but for actual use they suck. Also I don't consider the RTF all that new is that what the OP is talking about?
 
Thanks for asking Mags. No, I am not referring to the RTF Glocks.

The new Glock, which is rumored to be released in November to LE and at the Shot Show to the general public, will be a Glock 17/22 slim frame with an interchangable backstrap. There are supposedly some other changes, but I don't have details on those. Here is the original thread from Glock Talk:

http://glocktalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1070115

If the picture was in an obvious place... sorry. But thanks for finding it for me anyway.
 
If the new glock does come out with a gun in 2010 or around that and has interchangeable straps I might just pick one up. I would only get it if it was their compact size though.
 
I have one of the Glock 22RTF's that I got as soon as it came out. I absolutely love the gun, but you CANNOT concealed carry it without wearing an undershirt. The rough texture will wear right through your skin.

Cant open carry here in FL, so I've retired this one to the nightstand...hopefully if they do make a slim frame, it wont have the RTF...
 
Well, if they were always perfect before, why do they keep changing them every few years?

Now my 14 year old 23 is four models less then Perfection I guess. :banghead:

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I called Glock last week and asked about the RTF frame for the G19 and 23. She said that they would be released at the 2010 SHOT show.
 
I thought I saw something similar to this a while back that was a hoax.

Those slide serrations make the thing look even more hideous.
 
I like the idea of the new rough texture grips(nano technology?) and might actually be able to get used to the new cocking serrations if they function well. I think the RTF and regular straight serrations look better but the new curved ones are kinda futuristic.

I don't buy Glocks for there looks but then again function dictates how things look to me. I have my first Glock 17 tricked out with a match grade barrel, trigger job, over travel stop, ect and would like to buy a new factory 17 to concealed carry it but if the RTF will rub into my side it might have to make a nice nightstand gun.

I'm really interested in the Glock 19 with factory a cross bolt safety i keep seeing pictures of.

I installed a Cominolli thumb safety on my compact Glock for carry but it rubbed into me too much like an extended magazine release button.
 
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Photos! Come on, someone must have better search skills than me. I need a photo of the new (not RTF) interchangable backstrap Glock 17/22. It is out there somewhere.
 
It won't be able to sell in CA I don't think.

CA even requires different colored guns to undergo the "safe" test.

Without a magazine disconnect, it won't pass.

Glock must be making the old version as well, because the old version is grandfathered onto the Safe list as long as Glock pays the yearly extortion fees.
 
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It won't be able to sell in CA I don't think.

CA even requires different colored guns to undergo the "safe" test.

Without a magazine disconnect, it won't pass.

Glock must be making the old version as well, because the old version is grandfathered onto the Safe list as long as Glock pays the yearly extortion fees.
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The RTF2 is just a frame option for some 3rd generation Glock frames.
RTF2 release times:
Glock 22RTF2 = Q1 2009
Glock 17RTF2 = late Q2 2009
Glock 23RTF2 = late Q3 2009
Glock 19RTF2 = late Q4 2009

The Glock 17RTF2 and 22RTF2 are on the CA DOJ approved list. As are the Glock 20SF, 21SF (Glock rail + standard mag release), 29SF and 30SF.

17RTF2 (Black) / Steel, Polymer Pistol 4.49" 9mm 7/2/2010
22RTF2 (Black) / Steel, Polymer Pistol 4.49" .40 S&W 12/30/2009
20SF (Black) / Steel, Polymer Pistol 4.60" 10mm 12/30/2009
21SF-STD / Steel, Polymer Pistol 4.6" .45 ACP 6/14/2010
29SF (Black) / Steel, Polymer Pistol 3.78" 10mm 12/30/2009
30SF / Steel, Polymer Pistol 3.78" .45 ACP 4/21/2010

Glock is using an exemption [PC 12131.5] to get the newer Glock frame variations on the CA DOJ approved list.

The ambi-mag release changes to many internal parts in order to qualify for the exemption, that is why the Glock 21SF with ambi-mag release is not on the CA DOJ approved list.


Penal Code 12131.5
(a) A firearm shall be deemed to satisfy the requirements of subdivision (a) of Section 12131 if another firearm made by the same manufacturer is already listed and the unlisted firearm differs from the listed firearm only in one or more of the following features:
(1) Finish, including, but not limited to, bluing, chrome-plating, oiling, or engraving.
(2) The material from which the grips are made.
(3) The shape or texture of the grips, so long as the difference in grip shape or texture does not in any way alter the dimensions, material, linkage, or functioning of the magazine well, the barrel, the chamber, or any of the components of the firing mechanism of the firearm.
(4) Any other purely cosmetic feature that does not in any way alter the dimensions, material, linkage, or functioning of the magazine well, the barrel, the chamber, or any of the components of the firing mechanism of the firearm.
(b) Any manufacturer seeking to have a firearm listed under this section shall provide to the Department of Justice all of the following:
(1) The model designation of the listed firearm.
(2) The model designation of each firearm that the manufacturer seeks to have listed under this section.
(3) A statement, under oath, that each unlisted firearm for which listing is sought differs from the listed firearm only in one or more of the ways identified in subdivision (a) and is in all other respects identical to the listed firearm.
(c) The department may, in its discretion and at any time, require a manufacturer to provide to the department any model for which listing is sought under this section, to determine whether the model complies with the requirements of this section.
 
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