The Glock G17 V is a 9mm semi-automatic pistol with a 4.49-inch Marksman barrel and fixed sights. It has an nDLC finish, an ambi slide stop, and a flared magwell. The pistol ships with three 10-round magazines. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Glock 
• Model: G17 V 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Barrel Length: 4.49 in 
• Capacity: 10+1 
• Color/Finish: Black, nDLC 
   

Detailed Features 

• 4.49-inch Marksman barrel with nDLC coating 
• Fixed sights 
• Ambi slide stop and flared magwell 
• No finger grooves on frame, with front and rear serrations 
• Ships with three 10-round magazines

Owners of the G17 V appreciate the Marksman barrel upgrade and the cleaner grip texture compared to earlier Gen5 variants. The fixed sights are functional out of the box, though many swap them for aftermarket options fairly quickly. The ambi slide stop and flared magwell are small additions that regular shooters actually notice during reloads.

The nDLC finish draws consistent praise for holding up to holster wear and light use without showing significant finish loss. Some owners wish the capacity restriction were not in place, but that reflects local regulations rather than the pistol itself.

Value opinions vary. Those coming from earlier Glock generations find the V model a worthwhile step up. Others feel the differences over a standard Gen5 are incremental and mostly cosmetic, so the premium over a base model is a point of ongoing debate in online forums.