The Glock 42 Custom "Glock & Roses Medusa Pink" is a .380 ACP compact with a 3.25-inch polygonal-rifled barrel, 6+1 capacity, and a polymer frame with engraved textured grips. The steel slide has a serrated pink finish. It ships with a mag loader, cleaning kit, pistol case, and gun lock. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Glock 
• Model: G42 Custom "Glock & Roses Medusa Pink" 
• Type: Semi Auto Handgun 
• Caliber: .380 ACP 
• Barrel Length: 3.25 inches 
• Capacity: 6+1 Rounds 
• Weight: 15.87 oz (approximately 1 lb) 
• Overall Length: 5.94 inches 
• Height: 4.13 inches 
• Width: 0.98 inches 
• Frame Material: Polymer with Engraved Textured Polymer Grips 
• Slide Material: Steel with Serrated Finish in Pink 
• Trigger Pull Weight: 5.40 lbs 
• Safety Features: Firing Pin Safety, Trigger Block Safety 
• Includes Accessories: Mag Loader, Cleaning Kit, Pistol Case, Gun Lock 
   

Detailed Features 

The polygonal-rifled barrel reduces wear compared to traditional land-and-groove rifling and works well with jacketed ammunition. The serrated slide finish aids grip during press-checks and slide manipulations, which matters more on a compact gun where leverage is limited. The 5.40 lb trigger pull is consistent with standard Glock Safe Action feel. 
 
The polymer frame keeps weight down at 15.87 oz. The engraved grip texture adds visual detail and provides slightly more grip traction than a plain polymer surface. The firing pin safety and trigger block safety are passive, no external lever to disengage before firing. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

The G42 is sized for concealed carry: 5.94 inches long, 0.98 inches wide, and light enough to carry in a pocket holster or IWB rig without much bulk. Home defense and range use are practical secondary roles. The included accessories (mag loader, cleaning kit, pistol case, gun lock) mean the gun is ready to go out of the box.

The Glock 42 "Glock & Roses Medusa Pink" gets the standard G42 feedback, with the Medusa Pink finish adding an aesthetic dimension.

Lightweight design and concealability are the most consistent positives. At about 1 lb, it's easy to carry all day, and the slim profile conceals under most clothing without much adjustment. The .380 ACP recoil is mild, which makes it accessible for shooters who find larger calibers uncomfortable.

Glock reliability is cited routinely. Owners report clean operation across a range of loads, with occasional notes about break-in with certain hollow-point designs.

The Medusa Pink finish is polarizing in the usual way custom colors are. Buyers who want it tend to appreciate the look; those who encounter it while searching for a standard finish simply don't. Quality of the finish itself isn't a concern in the feedback.

Magazine capacity is the main functional criticism. Six rounds is on the low end compared to current micro-compact competitors. Caliber debates around .380 ACP versus 9mm come up regularly, focusing on whether the stopping power trade-off for the smaller size is worth it.

The trigger pull (5.40 lbs) and ergonomics get mixed reviews depending on hand size. Smaller hands fit the grip naturally; larger hands can find the compact frame a bit short for a secure hold.