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ACRO CUT SLIDE FOR GLOCK® 17 GEN 3 Reviews & Ratings

The Brownells Acro Cut Slide for Glock® 17 Gen3 brings the ease and convenience of our popular RMR Slides to folks who prefer to mount an Aimpoint Acro P-1 red dot sight on their pistols. This slide comes with a slot machined into the top for mounting the Acro P-1 - just screw on the sight (screws included) and... hit the range!

All Acro Cut slides have factory-style rear cocking serrations, plus front serrations for easier slide manipulation - chamber checks and jam clearance. A window cutout on top between the front serrations aids in heat dissipation to cool the barrel during extended fire. Plus, if you have an upgraded barrel with a contrasting finish or a unique exterior pattern (fluting, spirals, "flames," etc.), the window lets a bit of that bling shine through.

Fits Gen3 Glock® 17 pistols & clones
Machined from corrosion-resistant 17-4 stainless steel billet
Pre-cut Aimpoint Acro P-1 mounting slot
Factory front & rear sight cuts, too
Distinctive top window cutout

Each Acro Cut Slide for Glock® 17 is precision machined from solid 17-4 stainless steel billet that's heat-treated to Rc 41-44 on the Rockwell C scale for excellent resistance to galling and surface wear. Inside, the slide is machined to accept readily available factory or aftermarket Gen3 Glock® parts. Outside, there's a Glock® factory rear sight dovetail and a standard Glock® front sight tenon cut ready for any factory or aftermarket "iron" sights (actually, plastic or steel) that can be co-witnessed with the Acro P-1. A tough, non-reflective Black Nitride finish boosts the slide's resistance to surface wear and protects it from corrosion.

Brownells Gun Tech™ Note: Channel liner required for these slides. Channel liner is a press fit and requires a tool to install. We recommend #777-100-017.

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Reviews Summary

The ACRO CUT SLIDE for GLOCK 17 GEN 3 receives mixed reviews. While some users appreciate its lightweight design and smooth performance, others report serious compatibility issues and quality control problems, particularly regarding sights and fittings. Overall, it's a gamble for buyers with varying experiences.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Quality

50%

Reviews indicate significant concerns regarding the manufacturing quality of the slide. Several users reported issues such as weak frame rails, improper machining of dovetails, and components breaking during installation, causing dissatisfaction.

Compatibility

75%

A notable number of reviewers expressed frustration with compatibility, particularly concerning the mounting of sights and grips. Users noted that certain accessories did not fit well, which can affect the overall performance and usability of the slide.

Performance

50%

Despite some negative feedback, there are positive remarks about the slide's performance, with users praising its lightweight design and improved cycling. The forward serrations are particularly highlighted for enhancing operation when using optics.

Value for Money

25%

One user noted that the slide is well-priced, delivering good performance compared to the alternatives of milling or purchasing other options. This aspect received a positive mention in the context of affordability relative to the provided performance.

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Simple Slide, great coating.

Slide looks great, coating seems strong, but the rear sight dovetail did not want to cooperate with the ameriglo supressor sights.

by SPENCER PRESTON on April 02, 2024

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Worst slide ever

This slide broke when putting the sights on with a sight tool the sight channel it way to tight and the slide frame rails a weak and now I cant get the sights off. And to top that off when I mounted my Acro to check the fit to the frame there is a gap that you can see light through like it was halfway done I have a rmr slide on my g19 and didnt have this problem!!!!!

Way better than my milled slide.

This slide is fantastic. It is so much lighter than my milled slide thanks to the window cut. The forward slide serrations are a must on optic equipped pistols so you dont have to always rack the slide by gripping the optic. I came in with mediocre expectations and have been blown away. My G19 cycles so much faster and smoother with this slide. The price is right too. FYI, I have a Tier 1 Concealed appendix holster and a Safariland ALS holster, both work fine with this slide (Ymmv). I dont go out of my way to leave positive reviews. If youre wondering whether you should have your slide milled or buy this slide, buy it.

Good slide

It’s a well machined slide with good serrations for extra grip on charging but doesn’t interface well with grey ghost grip mod. So the buy is a bust for me.

by DAVID DRAGO on March 21, 2024

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terrible

first slide broke on the rail when i was installing the rear iron sight and the second that brownells exchanged wasnt fully machined causing the striker to stick out and become stuck spend your money elsewhere

by ben on April 06, 2024

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