Glock G29 Gen5 10mm
Model: PA295S201
Glock G29 Gen5 10mm
Model: PA295S201
Full Specifications
About This Firearm
The Glock G29 Gen5 is the only subcompact 10mm currently in production. At 6.97" long, 4.53" tall, and 26.81 oz, it fits holsters and carry positions that no other 10mm can. The trade-off is real: 10 rounds instead of 15, a 3.78" barrel that costs velocity compared to the Glock G40's 6.02" barrel, and 26.81 oz that has to absorb full-power 10mm recoil. Owners widely describe the snap as stout. Rubber grip sleeves are one of the most common first purchases.
The G29 accepts G20 magazines, which means a 15-round backup mag is available when capacity matters more than concealment. The 6.3 lb trigger is the heaviest among 10mm Glocks, but it follows the same Safe Action system. No optics cut on this model. For anyone who wants 10mm power in a package small enough to disappear under a flannel shirt during backcountry hikes, nothing else fills this niche.
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Strengths & Limitations
- The only subcompact 10mm in production. Nothing else puts 10 rounds of 10mm Auto in a 6.97" package weighing 26.81 oz.
- Accepts full-size Glock G20 magazines (15 rounds) as backups, giving a substantial capacity boost when concealment is no longer the priority.
- Full-power 10mm recoil in 26.81 oz is harsh. Community consensus is that extended shooting sessions require practice and hand strength, or a switch to lighter loads.
- No optics cut. The G29 cannot mount a red dot without aftermarket slide work, while the full-size G20 Gen5 MOS accepts plates from the factory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ammo for the Glock G29 for bear defense?
Hardcast lead flat-nose loads in the 200-220 grain range are the standard recommendation for bear country. Underwood 220gr hardcast and Buffalo Bore 220gr hardcast are the two most commonly recommended loads on outdoor forums. Bonded hollow points like Federal HST 200gr are a better choice if the gun also serves for two-legged threats.
Does the Glock G29 need a break-in period?
Glock does not specify a break-in, but multiple owners report the G29's recoil spring is stiff from the factory and the slide can be difficult to rack for the first 100-200 rounds. This loosens with use. Running full-power ammunition from the start helps seat the spring faster than light loads.