This is part 3 of my Melonite vs Tenifer series. Hopefully my last. LOL
It stemmed from a 'discussion' (haha) on XDTALK. Part 2 is here
As I posted on XDTalk:
Well, I warned everyone that I would return from after taking my Glock Armorer Course. Unfortunately, it was a bit of a wait to schedule it. Some things were clarified:
1. Glock HAS stopped using the Tenifer metal treatment process about 2 years ago (but see #3) and use an 'equivalent' process that has the same Rockwell Hardness. My guess is that they don't have to pay royalties for their new process. We saw some high mileage Gen3 and 4 pistols and the 4 actually had less normal finish wear (they probably were handpicked but still impressive).
2. beginning about 2 years ago they started making COMPLETE pistols in the U.S. (just a coincidence to #1? I don't think so). Sorry, there was not time to get more details. I wish I had clarified what was being produced on the US line.
3. the 2011 Glock Annual still says that the sub-compacts are Tenifer treated, but try to find the word 'Tenifer' anywhere else!
So, my guess is that the Tenifer treatment is being phased out and so are the royalties to HEF. Incidentally, look for Tenifer references on the Walther PPQ? I can't find them any more either...
Anyway 1 and 3 I have seen confirmed in writing (#2 was verbal). Thought I would update only for the sake of thoroughness. I will not post again unless I get additional info. Flame away 
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