The Glock G29 Gen5 is a sub-compact 10mm Auto semi-automatic pistol with a 3.78-inch barrel, 10+1 capacity, and a 6.97-inch overall length. At 32.63 oz, it is compact for the 10mm cartridge. The polymer frame has an interchangeable backstrap, ambidextrous controls, and a steel slide in black finish. Fixed sights are installed. Each pistol ships with three magazines, a mag loader, cleaning kit, pistol case, backstrap set, and gun lock. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Glock 29 
• Caliber: 10mm Auto 
• Action: Striker Fire 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 3.78 inches 
• Weight: 32.63 oz 
• Overall Length (OAL): 6.97 inches 
• Height: 4.53 inches 
• Width: 1.38 inches 
• Grip Material: Black Textured Polymer with Interchangeable Backstrap 
• Sights: Fixed 
• Safety Features: Firing Pin Trigger Block Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

The sub-compact frame keeps dimensions close to the G26/G27 but chambers the larger 10mm cartridge. The interchangeable backstrap adjusts grip circumference across small, medium, and large sizes. The firing pin block safety prevents discharge unless the trigger is fully pressed. The steel slide with black finish handles corrosion well. The included accessories cover basic maintenance and operation from day one. 
 

Usage 

The 10mm Auto delivers significant energy for a pistol round, which makes the G29 a practical choice for bear country carry where stopping power on large wildlife is a genuine concern. It also covers self-defense use and range work. The compact dimensions allow concealed carry, though managing 10mm recoil in a sub-compact frame requires practice compared to a full-size 10mm pistol.

The Glock G29 Gen5 is valued by owners who want the 10mm cartridge's stopping power in a compact package. The caliber's performance on large game and in self-defense scenarios is the central discussion point, and most buyers chose the G29 specifically because they wanted 10mm in something small enough to carry or use as a backup in the backcountry.

The interchangeable backstrap gets regular praise from owners who adjusted it to fit their hand, and the modification is straightforward. Glock's aftermarket ecosystem comes up consistently; holsters, sights, and accessories are widely available.

Recoil management in a sub-compact 10mm frame draws divided opinions. Some owners find it comfortable and describe the recoil as manageable with practice. Others, particularly those new to the cartridge or the sub-compact format, find the 10mm recoil more demanding than expected from a pistol this size. This is a genuine consideration for buyers who haven't shot 10mm before.

A few owners mention the G29 feels slightly bulky for everyday concealed carry compared to slimmer 9mm options, though those who specifically need 10mm accept this as a trade-off. Reliability feedback is uniformly positive. Overall, the G29 Gen5 is viewed as a dependable and adaptable pistol for buyers who need the 10mm cartridge in a compact form.