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

Our RMR Slide for Glock® 17 Gen3 pistols features distinctive, wraparound front cocking serrations that aid in manipulating the slide to check the chamber or clear a jam. (OK, we’ll admit it: the serrations just look cool, too.) It also comes with a pre-cut slot for easy, secure mounting of a Trijicon RMR or Holosun red dot sight. All RMR Slides also have standard Glock® factory front and rear sight dovetails for "iron" backup sights. To get proper co-witnessing with the RMR, you will need to also install suppressor-height iron sights. You can also get your Brownells RMR Slide for Glock® 17 Gen3 with a "window" cutout on top that enhances airflow to keep the barrel cool - ideal for hard-working action competition pistols. Plus, if you have an upgraded barrel with a contrasting finish or a unique exterior pattern (fluting, spirals, "flames," etc.) the window lets you show it off a bit! Each RMR Slide for Glock® starts life as a billet of 17-4 stainless steel that is machined to Glock® factory specifications inside, so it’ll fit factory frames and accept factory or aftermarket barrels and Gen3 internal parts. Slides are heat-treated to Rc 41-44 on the Rockwell C scale for added surface hardness and wear resistance. You can get your RMR slide in one of 3 finishes: a wear-resistant basic Black Nitride, or a thin, extremely tough, physical vapor deposition (PVD) coating in Bronze or Flat Dark Earth (FDE).

Fits Gen3 Glock® 17 pistols & clones
Machined from corrosion-resistant 17-4 stainless steel billet
Trijicon RMR mounting slot
Also accepts Holosun HE508T, HS507C & HS407C red dot sights
Plus factory front/rear sight cuts
Available with distinctive top Window cutout or traditional Solid top

A Brownells RMR Slide is the ideal upgrade for your factory Glock® 17 Gen3 pistol OR the perfect "top half" for a brand-new custom gun built on a Polymer80 80% frame. 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. Includes patented optic cut technology pioneered by ZEV Technologies. Patent No. RE47335

Does not include screws.
Cover Plate Screws for Brownells Glock Slide SKU: 078000439
RMR Screws for Brownells Glock Slides SKU: 078000500

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Reviews Summary

Reviewers have mixed experiences with the RMR Cut Slide for Glock 17 Gen 3. While many praise its quality, fit, and the convenience of the RMR cut, issues like screw compatibility and finish quality mar the experience for some. Delays in customer service also raised frustrations, yet many find it a valuable upgrade for the price.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Quality

60%

The overall quality of the RMR cut slide is frequently praised, with many reviewers noting excellent machining and fit. However, some reported issues with finish durability and fitment for specific parts, impacting their satisfaction with the product.

Fit and Function

55%

Most users found the slide fit well on their Glock frames and worked effectively with various internal parts kits. However, issues with screw lengths for RMR mounts and the need to adjust certain components were common points of frustration.

Customer Service

40%

A segment of reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with delayed responses or unresolved issues related to defective products. Despite delays, some noted that exchanges were handled without hassle once contacted.

Value for Money

65%

Many find the slide to be an excellent value, particularly considering its price compared to other options that would require milling OEM slides. Positive reviews emphasize that the slide offers features and function at a lower cost.

Screws Compatibility

50%

Numerous issues were reported regarding the screws provided for RMR mounting, with many reviewers finding them either too short or incompatible. This has led to added expenses for customers needing to source replacement screws.

Finish Quality

35%

While general impressions of the finish are positive, several users reported issues, including wear appearing quickly. Some noted that the slide arrived with scratches or poor finishing, affecting their overall impression of quality.

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Not in spec / QC issues

Got a glock slide completion kit, a Brownells slide, and a Brownells Barrel. Slide hangs up and wont return to battery last 1/16th of an inch or so. Tapping with thumb will seat get the slide to RTB. Swapped my buddies true Glock G17 slide and barrel onto my gun, works fine. Same issue when I put my slide on his gun. There is some issue of tolerance stacking with brownells parts or something.

Malfunction junction

Pvd finish immediately wore off anywhere it contacted metal with 40 rounds through it. Wore down to the shiny base metal. First round jammed the slide to the rear and took hammering to get it forward again. Multiple failures to extract. I’ve filled glocks with sand and not seen malfunctions like this.

by Jay on February 04, 2024

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The slide looks very well machined but the nitride on my slide is a rusty brown color. I sent an email over a week ago and havent gotten a response yet.

Needed $100 of machine work to fit.

I was excited to get this product. I had a Holosun 508t awaiting it. I received the slide, mounted the holosun, and then test fit.. I discovered the hole machined for the barrel was .5mm undersized. As I did not have a bit the size needed I took it to my local gunsmith. He said no prob, wont take but a minute. He got that done, and called me to look at it. The top where the barrel drops into the slide was not machined enough to allow it to drop down... So seeing as we already made front hole larger instead of sending it back, I realized we could not exchange it. So $100 later I have a slide that actually fits my Glock with Brownells threaded barrel. I called Brownells to talk to them about this and as expected, the answer was "should have sent it back for exchange" Well sure, hindsight is always 20/20. Wish I had not only thought the barrel hole was off and it would be a quick fix... As it was in 2 places out of spec, a coupon or something would ease the pain of this.