Glock to Replace Nearly ALL Models?
Glock Rumors, Lawsuits, and the New “V Models”: What’s Really Going On
This week the firearms industry received official confirmation that Glock will be discontinuing the vast majority of its current pistol lineup and replacing it with a new generation branded as the “V Models.” The company has stated that effective November 30, 2025, nearly all commercial models will be withdrawn from production, with only the compact and subcompact models, the 43, 43X, and 48X, continuing in their current form. The rest will transition into the new V line, which has been engineered with revised internals to block “Glock switch” conversions that convert semi-auto pistols into fully automatic fire.
Industry watchers are calling this one of the most sweeping handgun catalog shifts in years. For consumers, dealers, and collectors, the scale is unprecedented. Up until recently the rumor centered on a vague announcement, but now with Glock’s public confirmation, the timeframe, scope, and technical intent of the shift are clear.
According to Glock’s statement, the redesign of the V Models will remove the MOS optic mounting cut at launch and substitute internal components to prevent aftermarket automatic-conversion devices. This design change appears to be a direct response to mounting regulatory and legal pressure around pistol conversions that exploit the company’s familiar architecture and popular parts and accessory ecosystem. The optics removal stands out because optics compatibility has been a major selling point of Glock’s recent generations.
The move appears to address multiple fronts. First, potential liability in states like California where lawsuits target firearms prone to conversion. Second, a preemptive strategic repositioning in an environment of shifting firearm regulation. And third, a push to refresh the product line in the face of declining margins in the mature semi-auto pistol market. Dealers already report elevated purchasing activity on legacy Gen 3, Gen 4, and Gen 5 models as distributors rush to clear inventory ahead of the cutoff date.
While Glock confirmed the shift, a number of details remain unspecified. It is not yet clear how long parts and support for the outgoing models will persist, whether current owners will face warranty or accessory-compatibility issues, or how large markets outside the United States will be affected. The announcement also leaves open whether some models may be reintroduced later under the V designation rather than permanently discontinued.
Parallel to Glock’s announcement, FN America revealed this week that it is halting civilian production of its SCAR rifle series. Although the causes differ with FN citing market realignment rather than conversion liability concerns. The concurrent timing of two major production exits signals a broader shake up in the US firearm market.
For those following long term value, this marks a potential collecting opportunity for scalpers, so one must beware of that. Legacy Glock models could increase in value as production ends and support shifts, especially if parts supply begins to tighten. On the user side, those committed to optics ready platforms may need to decide whether to buy now or wait for optics compatible variants under the V line.
As of October 22, 2025, Glock’s sweeping transformation is official. The V Models represent a clear turning point for the company and for the handgun market at large. Whether this is a generational relabeling or a full redesign meant to reset their commercial strategy, the outcome will shape the ecosystem of accessories, parts, and production for years to come. We shall see what happens.
