The Glock 42 in Robin's Egg Blue Cerakote is a single-stack .380 ACP pistol built for concealed carry. It weighs 12.3 oz unloaded, holds 6 rounds, and ships with 2 magazines. The Robin's Egg Blue over Black Cerakote finish is a departure from the usual matte black, while the polymer frame keeps weight down.
Key Specifications
- Model: Glock 42
- Caliber: .380 ACP
- Barrel Length: 3.2 inches
- Capacity: 6 rounds (includes 2 magazines)
- Weight: 12.3 oz (0.7 lbs)
- Finish Color: Robin's Egg Blue Cerakote / Black Cerakote
- Frame Material: Polymer
- Firing System: Striker-fired
- Trigger Pull Average: 5.5 lbs
Features
The Safe Action system uses three passive safeties that disengage only during the trigger pull, no external thumb safety to think about. The carbon steel barrel has traditional rifling. Front sight is white dot; rear is white outline, which is fast to pick up under stress. At 3.2 inches, the barrel is short but the .380 ACP is manageable from it.
At 12.3 oz the 42 is on the lighter end of the carry spectrum, which translates to less fatigue but means the shooter feels the recoil more than with a heavier gun.
Usage
The G42 is aimed squarely at concealed carry. The slim profile fits in a pocket holster or inside-the-waistband setup without printing. It also works as a backup gun or a range option for newer shooters who want to build fundamentals without heavy recoil. The .380 ACP caliber is a subject of ongoing debate for self-defense, but in a gun this size the trade-off between concealability and caliber is reasonable.