California lawmakers have done it again. In the final chaotic hours of this year’s legislative session, theyrammed through AB 1127 — a bill that effectively bans the sale of GLOCK pistols in the state. Let’s be clear: GLOCK isn’t just some obscure brand. It’s the most popular handgun in America. Millions of law-abiding citizens trust it for self-defense, training, and sport. And yet, Sacramento politicians decided that you don’t need it anymore.
How They Pulled It Off
Normally, there’s a firm deadline for passing bills. If it isn’t voted through by midnight, it’s dead. That’s how pro-gun advocates often hold the line — just run out the clock. But this time, anti-gun lawmakers stretched a tiny loophole into a freeway, extending the session into Saturday morning. Why? To buy more time to twist arms, cut deals, and force bills like AB 1127 over the finish line.
This wasn’t democracy in action. It was raw political gamesmanship.
What AB 1127 Actually Does
Right now, California only allows older GLOCK Gen 3 models to be sold. Generations 4 and 5 are banned under the state’s “roster” rules. AB 1127 takes things further. If GLOCK makes even a tiny design change — like moving a screw — California DOJ can claim it’s a “new model” and block it from the roster. That means GLOCK would have to build California-only versions of its pistols, with special features like loaded chamber indicators, just to keep selling in the state.
The economics don’t make sense for GLOCK. Why re-engineer your most successful product line just to satisfy politicians who openly want fewer guns in civilian hands?
So the reality is simple: starting July 1, 2026, Californians will be locked out of buying new Glocks.
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More Bills, Same Agenda
AB 1127 wasn’t alone. Lawmakers also passed AB 1263, targeting CNC machines and 3D printers — an attack on the very tools of innovation. And AB 1078 tries to sidestep the courts by limiting how many firearms you can buy in a month. They’re playing a negotiation game: if “one gun a month” is unconstitutional, maybe “three in thirty days” will stick.
It’s the same strategy kids use on parents — push the boundary until something finally gets accepted.
The Bigger Threat
California isn’t stopping with handguns. Rick Travis of CRPA warns that hunting rifles could be next, especially in the emotional aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Gun control groups see no limit. Today it’s Glocks. Tomorrow, it’s deer rifles. The end goal is obvious: fewer and fewer firearms in the hands of the people.
And remember — what happens in California rarely stays in California. These ideas spread nationwide.
Silver Linings, Wait What!?
Here’s the unexpected part: this fight is waking people up. Women, in particular, showed up in force to oppose AB 1127. Many said the Glock was the first gun they ever learned on — and they weren’t about to let the state take it from them. That kind of personal connection to a firearm creates political energy.
And politically, the vote margins are tightening. AB 1127 passed with just 44 votes out of 80. That’s far closer than in past years. It shows momentum is shifting, even in one of the bluest states in the country.
Why This Matters to You
If you live outside California, don’t ignore this. These bans are the testing ground for the national gun control playbook. If they can ban Glocks in California without massive pushback, they’ll try it elsewhere.
For Californians, the fight isn’t over. Lawsuits are already being prepared. CRPA and other groups are challenging this in court. But lawsuits cost money, and grassroots support is the only way to keep pressure on.
Final Thought
As Rick Travis put it, “Never give up, never give ground, always fight.” California’s Glock ban isn’t just about one pistol. It’s about whether the government gets to dictate what ordinary Americans are “allowed” to own — or whether the Second Amendment still means what it says: *shall not be infringed*.
If you have an anti-gun elected official who holds a town hall, go. Pose the following situation and question to him/her/it: “My [son/grand daughter/etc (whatever would be believable)] and his whole class was kept inside for recess because one student was acting up. Is that fair?” If the answer is no, then ask: “If that situation is not fair, why do you punish the law abiding gun owner for the acts of criminals?” None of my reps has had a public event since Covid, but I’m going as soon as they do.
“effectively bans the sale of GLOCK pistols in the state”
I’ll bet you there are quite a few LE agencies that issue/carry them. See, here’s the thing. If you want all of these BS bills/laws to go away gun manufacturers have to stop selling/supporting to LE agencies. AND, elected republican’ts have to tie every single piece of legislation restricting citizens to LE policies. If We the People can’t have “the thing” neither can LE. Especially since they’re the “standing army” Article I, Section 8 Clause 12 addresses in the Constitution.
What happened to the “in common use” aspect?
As a life-long comrade of the once great State of Kommiefornia I only have one word for the so-called leaders: FUCK YOU. OK, I was never good at math. Alas I am in my final months of a 19-year battle with cancer and I don’t have much fight left. You youngins will have to do the fightin’ for me. DON’T give up. DON’T move away. STAND and fight with every breath you have. NEVER give quarter. Ever. And to the comment “what happens in California rarely stays in California” – remember, that’s a two-way street. Freedom is free to return… Read more »
Did Y’all use Chat GPT to produce this story? Although you’re correct that guns that were grandfathered onto the CA roster can’t be changed(because the state would consider it to be a new model), AB1127 has nothing to do with the “Safe Handgun Roster “. The bill doesn’t even mention Glock by name, it prohibits striker fired handguns with a cruciform trigger bar (which effectively means Glocks and Glock clones) because they are “too easily” converted to machine guns. Never mind that it’s already a federal and state crime to manufacture, sell or possess machine guns or conversion parts without… Read more »
FFLs can resist the tyranny of this bill is signed into law simply by using the loopholes left in it by the politicians who wrote it in such a huffy rush that they forgot to complete the text that would effectively ban the rostered Glocks in CA (and they forgot to include language to ban legal import of unrostered Glocks too). If you are an FFL or you are working with an FFL and if AB 1127 becomes law, ensure you are aware that: – Even if AB 1127 does become law, if you remove the back plate of the… Read more »
My guess is the Commerce Clause Limitations will be challenged in court.
Commerce Clause Limitations on State Regulations in California
The Commerce Clause in the U.S. Constitution grants Congress the power to regulate commerce, but it does not automatically grant states the same power. The Supreme Court has interpreted the Commerce Clause in various ways, including the Dormant Commerce Clause, which restricts states from enacting laws that impede interstate commerce. This principle is particularly relevant in California, where state laws can be challenged based on their impact on interstate commerce.
Don’t forget that Glock never fought the ban. Sam Peredas, showed up to testify against the ban, but not a single rep, lobbyists or lawyer from Glock testified against it.
But don’t worry, the only ones in California will still be able to buy them.
And Glock’s lobbying anti 2A bills in Oklahoma.
Glock doesn’t care about the Militia. Glock only cares about the tyrants.