made Glocks still contain many Austrian parts, with only the slide, barrel, and frame being made in the United States, on machines identical to those used in Austria. Trijicon I can pick them up without looking and work the action and take the mag out and in and tell you where they come from. Remington No, you've had your experience with USA and I've had mine. Glock had made .380 pistols for the European market before, but due to the BATFEs point system that determines which pistols can be imported, the earlier .380 Glocks could not be imported into the United States. There are many reasons for this. Register today and take advantage of membership benefits. The frame says made in Austria with glock inc. Smyrna ga. Canadian Carbine Austria uses "Tenifer" to treat the metal (make it hard) and Smyrna uses a process by a different name that I can't remember, but not significantly different than Tenifer. I also saw a generation comparison video that showed my gun and said it was a late model Gen 1. G41 19X. Rust and bureaucrats. Incorrect. Glock had made .380 pistols for the European market before, but due to the BATFEs point system that determines which pistols can be imported, the earlier .380 Glocks could not be imported into the United States. Posted: 5/25/2020 2:55:46 AM EDT [#21] They've only been making Glocks in the USA for what, decades now? For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Well, that was informative. With the Gun Ban Scare of 2013 Glock sold as many pistols as the possibly could no matter where they were made. Almost like Austria made gun with US bbl? Glock The little pistols are prevented by a 1968 importation law. Are Glock 19 made in USA? You are using an out of date browser. The text came back and said Gen 1. As a Gen 1 by a pawn shop. Signed armorers manual. Charlie Gao studied political and computer science at Grinnell College and is a frequent commentator on defense and national security issues. . Can I specify that my Glock 19 Gen 5 is made in Austria? As of 2019, the facility expanded from producing the Glock 42. You are basing your comments on one situation, I've been to a dozen gun stores and the dealers know that the USA guns are inferior. Noreen Firearms I own several Austrian made Glocks and just purchased my first USA made Glock 26 Gen 5. CMMG Truglo I have seen a few polymer molding marks/imperfection marks, all on USA made. However, on almost all newer Glocks, Glock has moved to a new nDLC coating, which presumably can be applied in both Austria and the United States. Brownells The dealers in my area have both. So what is the difference between the pistols? Bolt Carriers Some Glock models are now being produced in the United States, although the majority of Glocks are still made in Austria. This variation of the Glock 19 is . However, unlike Sig Sauer, Glock Inc. and Glock Ges.m.b.H. Since my rank allowed me to carry what I chose, I carried the superior Glock. Safety and concealment. I cant expect my neighbors to frequent my business, if they dont have jobs. When I first picked it up it took me a while to realize the USA stampings, otherwise I would have thought it was Austrian made. ", The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. I opted for an Austrian G17, sounds like I shouldve bought American, poor gas mileage gets you to the best places on earth. Glock may be different, but personally, I'd rather buy a Glock made - completely - in Austria. As of 2019, the facility expanded from producing the Glock 42. All materials for manufacturing the frame, slide and barrels come from Austria and shipped to the US facility. I have four Glocks three Australian and a new 17 gen 4 USA model, Im finding that the USA model seems to be slightly off and the tolerances seem off, the weapon functions fine but removing and installing the pins or removing and installing the trigger and the firing pin the tolerances seem off theyre tight in someway nothing like I have experience with my other three Glocks, the Disassemble and reassemble of my Australian Glocks is fine can this be explained. This article makes me feel even more comfortable in my choice. (It looks very nice now). Immer noch besorgt, dass sie in Florida schmelzen werden. Black Dog EdF702 said: My G41 is Austrian and my G26 is made in USA, both were produced in 2014. Here's What You Need to Remember: Pistols made in the United States are not subject to the same import restrictions, so Glock began setting up to build pistols in the United States. This year Sig Sauer, Inc. appears to be on track to supersede its German counterpart, Sig Sauer GmbH. That purchase was 1988. The law caused Walter to change to the PPKS which is an American market pistol with that longer magazine to make it legal. (And the boxes). For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Why aren't the G 25 &G 28 made in the US, to bypass the BATFE rules on imports so the "Deplorables" may buy them? Retro Build This law prevented the importation of the Walther PPK and other small pistols. According to a2017 article, U.S. Mk12 Freedom and vigilance. Like Sig Sauer, Inc., Glock, Inc. started as the distributor of Glock pistols in the United States. Arms He said look at the handle .It is Gen 2 style with the Austrian marks except it says Smyrna. The Trump administrationlowered export regulationson gun manufacturers in January 2019, so its probably easier for Glock, Inc. to get permission to export Glocks made in the United States compared to Glocks made in Austria. Likely yes. It . Im curious if there is a difference will post soon as i do. Thank you God. Everything else comes from Austria. I don't know if one is better, but the blacker Austrian finish looks better. Before they set up shop in the US? Ammunition While this could change in the same manner that it did at Sig Sauer, Glock is not going through the same financial difficulties that Sig endured at the time of the breakup. POF-USA Ive read articles that the finish was changed because of the chemicals involved and physical and environmental issues during manufacturing. Know not the reason, can not tell difference in accuracy or looks other than slide stamping of country, Guys I am telling you the USA made guns where for export but I know they have been released here on some level. I also have a USA Made G19 Gen 4. I've always had this inner desire for my first Glock to be Austrian made because I figured they'd do it best (and Ahhnald Schwarzenegger). Jun 3, 2013 (Edited) The U.S. Glocks were for export since The U.S. has trade agreements with so many countries, way more than Austria. propertag.cmd.push(function() { proper_display('nationalinterest_content_12'); }); I wonder what has changed with Gen 5's? This article is being republished due to reader interest. Regarding "Made in USA," I have worked for various U.S. companies for decades, in a field requiring strict tolerances, and, in my experience, quality is always boasted-of, but in reality, behind the scenes, it's always production speed that's pushed, not quality or tight tolerances. Pof Usa You had one defective, well shouldn't that tell you they are not "perfection." My USA Made Glock has different tolerances I can tell the difference without even looking at, just holding it Does any of you idiots really think Glock would put their reputation on the line by building inferior pistols in the US? I have an Austrian G19. However, pistols made in the United States are not subject to the same restrictions, so Glock began setting up to build pistols in the United States. This is a real drag. Bought a Glock 43 1 week ago in 2021 USA made. Good to know that all Glock Pistols are made with high standards regardless of where they were made, Austria or in the US. Can any glock expert here educate me on the differences? All CNC machines come from Austria and have been programmed by the same people who do it in Austria. Austria. Beretta The fit and finish seems quite better? Apr 28, 2014. I have a G19 Gen 3 Made in USA, birthday Dec 2012looks are perfect, and has fired without issue (except for the flaws of the. A different finish was also applied to some metal parts, due to EPA regulations preventing the use of Glocks traditional Tenefer coating. The US Glock frame has small marks, dings and imperfections that the Austrian does not. There are different finishes on the older Glocks vs. the newer Glocks. Love of man and surgical marksmanship. Just my 2 cents with both versions sitting right here in front of me. My Gen3 G22 had its finish unevenly applied. Good sense naturally. Shoots great. Price includes shipping. Here's What You Need to Remember: Pistols made in the United States are not subject to the same import restrictions, so Glock began setting up to build pistols in the United States. Im gettimg another fpr my wife to carry but made in Austria. My guess is that they where selling USA made guns to us because they could not keep up with demand, I am a gun dealer and have yet to have a USA made glock and I have sold a few in the last year, I have bought both Austria and USA Glocks this spring. American Tactical Both my G21SF and my Gen4 G17 were made in Austria, according to the markings on the frames, and both guns' finishes are fine. Quarter Circle 10 American Glocks have also different markings due to different proof houses testing the guns. Supposedly NATO likes to keep it's contracts within the alliance. Practically nothing. Shooting Illustrated Bought a Glock 17 in 1987 Austrian made. Absolutely nothing! Can you help me? I don't know about Glock but Sig Sauer difference is huge, USA made ones are crap compared to German made. Is it true? Jesus you Austria is better guys are the definition of Glocktards!!! However, in the 2010s, Glock wanted to break into the market for .380 Auto compact pistols. Well Jake you couldn't be any wronger about USA Glock pistols. Lmt I bought a G19 a few months ago which was USA made. I also remember when the USA made Gen 4 started rolling out, the high round count ones I have seen definetly have a less-than-desireable finish comparted to AU. It currently produces models in the most common calibers for the U.S. market, though models in rarer calibers are still primarily made in Austria. Silencerco Now all the new ones of late are made in Austria? They have a brand that is sold around the globe. Took the slide to CCR for refinishing. Desert Eagle Both purchased in the last 18 months brand new. Taxes and allegiance. Very informative article, thanks! I am pretty new to glock but have been carrying my 19 gen. 3 for a while and just noticed that it is a full made in Austria glock, was wondering what if any differences there were. I would assume the same with the 43. R. Some Glock models are now being produced in the United States, although the majority of Glocks are still made in Austria. Likely yes. The Austrian slide finish is a bit tougher. You are using an out of date browser. Windham Weaponry I am not an expert but I was able to identify Gen 1 interior parts. You must log in or register to reply here. A forum community dedicated to Glock firearm owners and enthusiasts. Practically nothing. appear to be fairly closely linked. Another guy that is supposed to be a gun expert said late model Gen 1.the two prefix letters on my serial number are EY which indicates manufacture date of Jan 87. ]]> Allen Engineering The old finish on Glocks were a lot more durable right? I know this post is several years old at this point. My Glock 17 has a round count that I can not even begin to guess. I just bought a 43 USA model and is my first glock. DS Arms There's no issue with US made Glocks. Glock Austria vs. Glock USA made Pistols. appear to be fairly closely linked. In 2014 their efforts reached fruition, andthe Glock 42, a .380, 6-round subcompact Glock, was released onto the U.S. market. The slide says made in Austria and the barrel says AT. Even the concrete floors in the US facility are identical to the Austrian plant. There are several board members with MADE IN USA Glocks. Barely noticeable unless they're side by side. But, they changed at the same time at all locations. Centurion Arms Unless they are checking the production here in USA or the parts are imported and assembled here than maybe you want a glock from USA as you said, I have to see very careful before buy it , if austrians start to do a Colt in USA. Like the title says what is the difference in the glocks made in Austria and the ones made in the US. On inspection it has a very high quality build. As of 2019, the facility expanded from producing the Glock 42. Thank you guys for all your help, I did notice the finish was different as I am starting to fall in love with glocks and was looking at the newer 19x and glock 42 definitely could tell the finish was different for the slide, wasn't sure about why though thanks everyone. It has a crisper trigger. Honestly quit beating off on youre Glock and actually read the article. How can I find out the manufacture date of my Glock 43? //-->