Glock G43 and Modular Optic Configs - SHOT Show 2017 Range Day

Published on January 18, 2017
Duration: 2:04

This video from SHOT Show 2017 introduces Glock's Modular Optic System (MOS) configurations for various pistol models, including the 17, 19, and long-slide variants (34, 35, 40, 41). The MOS system allows for direct mounting of red dot optics using interchangeable plates, accommodating approximately 10 different red dot systems. The Glock G43, a popular single-stack 9mm, is also highlighted for its continued strong sales.

Quick Summary

Glock's Modular Optic System (MOS) allows pistols to be factory-configured for direct mounting of red dot sights. The system includes interchangeable plates to accommodate approximately 10 different red dot optic models, with configurations available for models 17, 19, and long-slide variants like the 34, 35, 40, and 41.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction & SHOT Show 2017
  2. 00:14Glock Modular Optic System (MOS)
  3. 00:24MOS System Functionality
  4. 00:37MOS Plates and Optic Mounting
  5. 00:53Optics on Display (Leupold DeltaPoint)
  6. 00:58Long Slide MOS Models
  7. 01:05MOS Configuration Lineup
  8. 01:16MOS System Modularity
  9. 01:31Glock G43 Popularity
  10. 01:41Range Day Activity

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Glock's Modular Optic System (MOS)?

Glock's Modular Optic System (MOS) allows pistols to be factory-equipped for the direct mounting of red dot sights. The system includes interchangeable plates that adapt the slide to various optic footprints, accommodating approximately 10 different red dot models.

Which Glock pistol models were available with the MOS configuration in 2017?

In 2017, Glock offered MOS configurations for the standard models 17 and 19, as well as their long-slide variants. These included the 34 in 9mm, 35 in .40 S&W, 40 in 10mm, and 41 in .45 Auto.

How does the Glock MOS system facilitate optic mounting?

The Glock MOS system comes with a flush plate that can be removed. This reveals mounting points for one of four included adapter plates, which are then correlated to the specific red dot optic chosen by the user before the optic is mounted.

What is the significance of the Glock G43?

The Glock G43, a single-stack 9mm pistol, was highlighted as a very popular and high-selling item for Glock in 2017. The company was actively working to keep up with production demands for this model.

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