When handled properly, under no circumstances may the user be endangered by case ejection.Specifications, otherwise the pistol will be disqualified. The critical components must continue to function properly and be up to

(the normal maximum operating pressure Pmax for the 9 mm NATO is rated at 2,520 bar (252 MPa 36,500 psi). Overpressure test cartridge generating 5,000 bar (500 MPa 73,000 psi) After firing 15,000 rounds of standard ammunition, the pistol willīe inspected for wear.Rounds fired, not even minor jams that can be cleared without the use of No more than 20 malfunctions are permitted during the first 10,000.All components must be fully interchangeable between pistols.These must be supplied with all the relevant details for the production of the pistol. The manufacturer is required to provide the Ministry of Defence with a complete set of engineering drawing and exploded views.Gauges, measuring and precise testing devices must not be necessary for the long-term maintenance of the pistol.The pistol's construction may not exceed 58 individual parts (equivalent of a P38).Maintenance and cleaning of the pistol must be accomplished without the use of tools.Disassembly of the main parts for maintenance and reassembling must be possible without the use of any tools.The pistol must be absolutely secure against accidental dischargeįrom shock, stroke and drops from a height of 2 meters onto a steel.All actions necessary to prepare the pistol for firing and anyĪctions required after firing must be done single-handed, either right.The magazines must have a minimum capacity of 8 rounds.

The magazines would not require any means of assistance for loading.

The pistol must fire the NATO-standard 9×19mm Parabellum round.

The following are the Austrian Ministry of Defense specifications that the first Glocks were designed to meet. If you plan on accessorizing your Glock then get a Gen 3. * a steel plate with a stamped serial number was embedded into the dust cover * loaded chamber indicator (on extractor) * finger grooves and thumb rests on frame * accessory rail (for mounting lights or lasers etc.) * magazine release that can be switched to use left or right handed * interchangeable back straps (custom fit your hand) * dual recoil spring (manages recoil better, increases reliability)) How to tell what Generation your Glock pistol is by the different grip patterns and designs.

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