The Best $112 I Have Ever Put Into My EDC and It’s CRAZY

Published on June 8, 2026
Duration: 13:55

This video details the process and benefits of adding 'C' style ports to a Glock slide, similar to factory compensated models. The speaker highlights how this modification, costing around $112, significantly reduces felt recoil and muzzle flip, making the firearm flatter shooting and faster to reacquire targets. While not an OEM modification, it mimics factory designs to improve shooting dynamics, particularly for calibers like .40 S&W.

Quick Summary

The best $112 EDC upgrade for a Glock is slide porting, which significantly reduces recoil and muzzle flip. This modification makes firearms like the Glock 27 shoot flatter and faster, offering performance benefits comparable to more expensive aftermarket slides while costing around $112 with a 10-12 day turnaround.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Underrated Glock Models
  2. 00:32The Craziest Affordable Carry Gun Upgrade
  3. 00:53Why This Upgrade Was Necessary
  4. 01:02Wife's Find: Glock 23C and 22C
  5. 01:24OEM Glock Compensated Models Explained
  6. 01:57Glock 28XC with Custom Stippling and Cerakote
  7. 02:18The Best Shooting Gun: Glock 26 with Norso Reptile Slide
  8. 02:34Norso Slide vs. OEM Style Porting
  9. 02:56The $112 Upgrade: Porting a Glock 27 Slide
  10. 03:51Comparing Porting Styles and Sizes
  11. 04:02The $112 Cost and Turnaround Time
  12. 04:26Impact of Porting on Glock 27 Performance
  13. 04:36Porting Benefits on Glock 23 (Gen 2)
  14. 04:56Power vs. Speed: .40 S&W vs. 9mm with Porting
  15. 05:38Porting Placement and Pressure Dynamics
  16. 06:05Turnaround Time and Value of Porting
  17. 06:27Why Porting is Better Than Other Upgrades (Night Sights, Grips)
  18. 06:50Porting Effects on Different Calibers (380, 40)
  19. 07:04V-Pattern Gas Dispersion and Sight Clarity
  20. 07:34Norso Slide vs. Porting: Aesthetics vs. Functionality
  21. 07:50Porting as a Cost-Effective Upgrade
  22. 08:26Conclusion: The Best $112 Spent

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most cost-effective upgrade for a Glock EDC?

According to SPN Firearms, the most cost-effective upgrade for a Glock EDC is slide porting, costing around $112. This modification significantly reduces recoil and muzzle flip, making the firearm flatter shooting and faster to reacquire targets, offering substantial performance benefits for the price.

How does slide porting affect a Glock's performance?

Slide porting, particularly 'C' style ports, reduces felt recoil and muzzle flip by allowing gas to escape. This results in a flatter shooting firearm, quicker target reacquisition, and can make calibers like .40 S&W shoot with recoil comparable to a 9mm, while retaining more power.

What is the typical cost and turnaround time for Glock slide porting?

The cost for slide porting, including shipping, can be as low as $112. The typical turnaround time is around 10-12 days, with some services completing the work in as little as five to six days once they receive the slide.

Are there any downsides to adding ports to a Glock slide?

Adding ports can cause a slight decrease in projectile velocity, estimated between 50 to 150 feet per second, as some pressure escapes through the ports. However, for calibers like .40 S&W, this loss is often negligible and outweighed by the benefits of reduced recoil.

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