RunnerArms Glock Slide - Prototype First Look

Published on August 31, 2025
Duration: 9:09

This video provides an in-depth look at the Runner Arms prototype Glock slide, highlighting several patented and patent-pending functional improvements. Key features include triggerless disassembly, an enhanced optic mounting system with a deep cut and thread locking, and an anti-skewing firing pin safety designed to improve trigger feel. The presenter, Brett from Nightwood Guns, details the innovative design choices aimed at enhancing performance and user experience.

Quick Summary

The Runner Arms prototype Glock slide introduces triggerless disassembly via a rotate-to-clear firing pin system. It boasts a deep optic cut for co-witnessing, a disrupted thread locking system for optic security, and an anti-skewing firing pin safety to reduce trigger creep.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Runner Arms Philosophy
  2. 00:43Slide Material and Finish
  3. 00:57Triggerless Disassembly System
  4. 01:25Open Firing Pin Channel
  5. 01:43Extractor Spring Capture Pocket
  6. 01:58Deep Optic Cut and Co-witnessing
  7. 02:20Direct Mount Optic Configurations
  8. 02:46Extra Rotation Extractor System
  9. 03:36Disrupted Thread Locking System
  10. 04:22Optic Spacer and TPU88A Material
  11. 04:56Anti-Skewing Firing Pin Safety
  12. 05:48Firing Pin Improvement System
  13. 06:17Easy Install Sight System
  14. 07:01TPU88A Rear Sight Installation
  15. 07:34Prototype Availability and Pricing
  16. 07:48Disclaimer and Channel Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main advantage of the Runner Arms Glock slide's disassembly system?

The primary advantage is its patented rotate-to-clear firing pin system, which allows for disassembly without needing to pull the trigger. This enhances safety and convenience during maintenance.

How does the Runner Arms slide improve optic mounting?

It features a significantly deeper optic cut, enabling factory height sight co-witnessing. It also includes a disrupted thread locking system for enhanced optic mounting screw security and TPU88A spacers for a tight fit.

What functional improvements does the Runner Arms slide offer for the trigger system?

The slide incorporates an anti-skewing firing pin safety to reduce trigger creep and a firing pin improvement system with sleeve washers that allow for adjustable trigger pull weight.

What is the material used for the optic and rear sight spacers on the Runner Arms slide?

The spacers are made from TPU88A material, a durable, flexible, and impact-resistant thermoplastic polyurethane commonly used in the automotive industry, providing a tight fit for optics and easy installation for sights.

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