HUGE RUMOR: Glock Discontinuing almost ALL Models by Nov 30 for "V Models" - Thoughts?!
This is a major rumor that's been circulating like wildfire in the last 24-48 hours, stemming from the GlockStore. If true, it represents an unprecedented shift for Glock and could impact nearly every Glock owner and prospective buyer.
The claim is that by November 30, 2025, Glock will discontinue almost its entire commercial product line, with the sole exceptions being the Slimline series ($43$, $43\text{X}$, $48\text{X}$). All other standard-frame, compact, and subcompact models across various calibers are allegedly being phased out.
In their place, Glock is supposedly launching an entirely new "V Model" series. The primary internal change for these "V Models" is said to be a redesigned frame and internals specifically engineered to prevent illegal full-auto conversion (i.e., "Glock switches").
Here's the link to the GlockStore video/post that sparked this (if you have a better source, please share!):
[INSERT LINK TO GLOCKSTORE VIDEO/ARTICLE HERE]
This is a massive development, and there are so many questions. Let's break it down and get some discussion going:
1. "V Model" - Regulatory Response or Proactive Move?
The focus on preventing illegal conversions seems like a direct response to increasing pressure (e.g., California's recent law, lawsuits, federal scrutiny). Do you think Glock is being forced into this, or are they proactively trying to get ahead of potential legislation and liability issues?
- Will this anti-conversion design set an industry standard, forcing other manufacturers to follow suit?
2. No MOS at Launch? Really?
The rumor also suggests the "V Models" will initially NOT be available with MOS (Modular Optic System) slides. In an era where optic-ready is practically standard, how big of a misstep is this for Glock?
- Could this push buyers towards competitors or make them hold onto their current MOS Glocks?
3. Why Just the Slimlines?
If almost everything else is going, why are the $43$, $43\text{X}$, and $48\text{X}$ safe? Are they inherently harder to modify, or is their sheer popularity in the CCW market simply too big to mess with?
4. The November 30th Countdown: Panic Buying & Aftermarket Armageddon?
- If this is true, what kind of impact will this have on current Glock sales? Are you rushing out to grab a Gen 3/4/5 before they're potentially gone forever?
- What about the massive Glock aftermarket? Will "V Models" be compatible with existing slides, barrels, triggers, and holsters, or will the entire aftermarket essentially become "legacy" overnight?
5. Glock's Silence - PR Strategy or Debunking Incoming?
- Glock hasn't officially confirmed anything. Is this intentional silence part of a big rollout strategy, or are we going to see an official statement debunking or clarifying these rumors soon?
This has huge implications for the $2\text{A}$ community. What are your initial thoughts? Are you skeptical, or do you think this has some truth to it?
Let's discuss!
