IRON SIGHT SLIDE FOR GLOCK® 19 GEN 3 Reviews & Ratings
Reviews Summary
Overall, the IRON SIGHT SLIDE FOR GLOCK® 19 GEN 3 receives mixed feedback. Many users appreciate the slide's fit, finish, and value, especially for builds. However, several reviews highlight issues with machining and quality control, leading to ejection problems and difficulty fitting. It's praised for being budget-friendly, but some users report dissatisfaction with specific compatibility concerns. Overall, it's a decent option for DIY builders.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Fit and Finish
65%
Many users commend the fit and finish of the slide, noting that it assembles easily with OEM parts and functions well in a variety of builds. However, some report issues related to tight fits and machining imperfections that required additional work to resolve.
Quality Control Issues
45%
A significant portion of reviewers express concerns regarding quality control, citing problems like rough machining, rust, and parts not fitting properly. This raises concerns for potential buyers about consistency in manufacturing and reliability.
Compatibility with Polymer80
40%
Several reviewers mention that while the slide fits well with certain frames, there are compatibility issues with Polymer80 builds. Tight tolerances and parts alignment issues often require additional fitting or modifications for proper function.
Value for Money
70%
The slide is generally seen as offering great value for the price, making it a popular choice among budget-conscious buyers. Users appreciate the combination of aesthetic appeal and functionality, especially when compared to more expensive alternatives.
Customer Experience
30%
Customer experiences vary widely, with some reporting smooth transactions and positive assembly experiences, while others faced frustrating returns or exchanges due to product defects, indicating inconsistent experiences across the board.
Good for Low Cost Build
I purchased the Brownell's slide for a G19 truck gun. Didn't want to spend a ton of money on this build, so I wanted to try the Brownell's slide. I received the slide and the extractor would not fit. With other parts testing I confirmed the slide was the issue, not the extractor. I sent the slide back in and got another one (same one) and it worked just fine (installation and at the range). I will chalk this one up to not all parts will come out of the mill perfect and I just got one of the bad eggs. If you're looking for something on the lower cost spectrum, I'd still recommend. I still have faith in our friends at Brownells.
Great slide for P80 Build
This is my second P80 build and it ended up being a little more work than the Glock 17 Brownells slide I purchased. I had a bit of fitting to have the slide function smoothly on the frame but that's probably normal fitting building a P80. When assembling the Glock OEM parts in the slide, the trigger safety plunger would not enter the cavity in the slide. There was a little metal lip where the plunger entered that wasn't machined off properly. A little work with a fine file and it worked perfect. Barrel dropped in with no problems at all. Bottom line, I'm very happy with the finished product.
blocky
cycles consistently with a wolf barrel, only have a few mags through it, but no failures yet. (polymer 80 lower, oem parts) holy goodness is this thing ugly... the coating is nearly perfect but the blocky nature of this side is a huge turn off for me, the window is cool though. I like it, it definitely is worth its price, but it is a budget slide; if your looking to drop a match barrel into it, tritium sights onto it, and a high end trigger on the underside, get a higher quality slide. if you want a pistol that will fire, accept drop-in parts, and not have to worry about scratching the thing, get this slide and spend the rest of your money learning to shoot.
Sub par finish
Poor finish . Top of slide has discolored scotches . I am not happy .
Works great doesnt fit Glock mos plate
This is a well working decent looking slide. I got the Glock 17 gen 3 with rmr cut and top window cut. IT DOES NOT ACCEPT GLOCK MOS ADAPTER PLATES! So the vortex venom I got WILL NOT work with this. :( but otherwise Im pretty happy with it.
