The Glock 23V Gen5 is a compact, striker-fired semi-automatic pistol chambered in .40 S&W with a 4.02-inch barrel. It ships with a factory optic-ready slide machined for miniature red dot sights, using separately available adapter plates, and runs Glock's Safe Action trigger system. The polymer frame carries Glock's Modular Backstrap System and a textured grip surface for a secure hold. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Glock 
• Model: 23V Gen5 
• Caliber: .40 S&W 
• Barrel Length: 4.02" 
• Capacity: 13+1 
• Finish: nDLC 
• Action: Semi Auto (Safe Action) 
   

Detailed Features 

• Cold-hammer-forged barrel and nDLC-treated slide for durable factory construction 
• Reversible magazine catch and ambidextrous slide stop lever support use by right- or left-handed shooters 
• Optic-ready slide accepts miniature red dot sights with separately available adapter plates 
• Loaded chamber indicator built into the extractor 
• Front slide serrations aid manipulation during reloads and press checks

Owners of the Glock 23 line generally report dependable cycling once the pistol is broken in, and the polymer frame with steel guide rails holds up well to regular range use. The .40 S&W chambering produces noticeably more recoil than a comparable 9mm Glock, which some shooters find tiring over long range sessions, though others prefer the extra stopping power for carry.

The Modular Backstrap System lets shooters adjust grip circumference to fit their hand, and most find the textured frame secure even with gloved hands. Front slide serrations and the ambidextrous slide stop make manipulation straightforward for left-handed shooters. A few owners wish the factory sights sat taller for a clean co-witness with a mounted red dot.

Because the Glock 23 platform has been around for years, aftermarket support for holsters, sights, and triggers is extensive. Some owners swap the factory trigger for a lighter aftermarket unit right away, while others run it stock and are satisfied with how it performs as delivered.