The two most popular Glocks — full-size 17 vs compact 19 — compared on size, capacity, and shootability.
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| Specification | Glock Gen 6 17 Optics Ready | Glock Gen 6 19 Optics Ready |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Pistol: Semi-Auto | Pistol: Semi-Auto |
| Caliber | 9mm Luger | 9mm Luger |
| Action | Safe Action | Safe Action |
| Capacity | 10+1 | 10+1 |
| Barrel Length | 4.49" | 4.02" |
| Overall Length | 7.32" | 6.85" |
| Weight | 22.04 oz | 21.16 oz |
| Finish | Matte Black nDLC | Matte Black nDLC |
| Sights | Front: White Dot, Rear: White Outline | Front: White Dot, Rear: White Outline |
| Safety | Safe Action – 3 Separate Automatic Safeties | Safe Action – 3 Separate Automatic Safeties |
| Receiver | Polymer | Polymer |
| Magazines | 3 | 3 |
| MSRP | $745 | $745 |
| UPC | 764503068225 | 764503068249 |
| Model Code | P61750201 | P61950201 |
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Optic Ready, Palm Swell, RTF6 Grip Texture, Flat Faced Trigger, Enlarged Beavertail, Thumb Rest
Optic Ready, Palm Swell, RTF6 Grip Texture, Flat Faced Trigger, Enlarged Beavertail, Thumb Rest
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