Mill Your Slide for a Red Dot Optic

Published on December 21, 2021
Duration: 7:07

This guide details GlockStore's slide milling service for red dot optic installation, emphasizing their 10-day turnaround and Nashville-based operation. It covers the importance of sending the specific optic for precise fitting and highlights the benefits of a lower optic mount for improved shooting dynamics. The service is presented by Lenny Magill, founder of GlockStore, showcasing his expertise in firearm customization.

Quick Summary

GlockStore offers a specialized slide milling service for red dot optics with a turnaround time of 10 days or less. It's essential to send your specific optic with the slide to ensure a precise fit due to potential footprint variances. Deep cuts improve pointability and speed by lowering the optic closer to the bore's centerline.

Chapters

  1. 00:1210-Day Slide Cut Program
  2. 01:01Compatible Models and Optics
  3. 01:36Holosun 509T Features
  4. 02:45Optic Footprint Precision
  5. 03:39Technical Benefits of Deep Cuts
  6. 04:20Holosun Circle Dot Technology
  7. 06:08Service Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GlockStore's turnaround time for slide milling services?

GlockStore promises a quick turnaround time of 10 days or less for their slide milling service, which includes milling the slide to accept a red dot optic and installing the optic itself.

Why is it important to send the specific optic with the slide for milling?

Sending the specific optic with your slide is crucial because manufacturing variances in optic footprints can be significant (up to .060 inches). This ensures GlockStore can achieve a perfect, custom fit for your slide and optic combination.

What are the benefits of a deep slide cut for a red dot optic?

Deep slide cuts allow the red dot optic to sit lower on the firearm, closer to the centerline of the bore. This positioning improves the gun's 'pointability' and allows for faster target acquisition, which is highly advantageous for self-defense and rapid shooting.

Which Holosun red dots are recommended for different Glock models?

For single-stack Glock models like the 43, 43X, and 48, the Holosun 507K is recommended. For full-size Glocks, the Holosun 507C is the suggested model.

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