Strike Industries: Universal Optics Mount

Published on October 8, 2019
Duration: 4:26

The Strike Industries Universal Optics Mount for Glocks offers a non-permanent solution to mount red dot sights on pistols without factory optic cuts. It replaces the rear sight, providing a mounting platform for various micro red dots. While it allows users to experience pistol optics without permanent slide modification, it does eliminate backup iron sights and results in a higher optic profile compared to milled slides.

Quick Summary

The Strike Industries Universal Optics Mount for Glocks provides a non-permanent solution to mount red dot sights on pistols without factory optic cuts. It replaces the rear sight, offering a universal platform for various micro red dots, allowing users to experience pistol optics without permanent slide modification, though it does eliminate backup sights and raises the optic height.

Chapters

  1. 00:11Introduction to the Mount
  2. 00:15Strike Industries Universal Optics Mount for Glocks
  3. 00:27Mount Construction and Installation
  4. 00:36Mounting Plate Features
  5. 00:52Mounting Various Optics
  6. 01:02Optic Compatibility List
  7. 01:19Performance in Experience
  8. 01:47Trade-offs: Backup Sights
  9. 02:16Trade-offs: Optic Height
  10. 02:33Does it Work?
  11. 02:38Non-Permanent Advantage
  12. 02:52Comparison to Milled Slides
  13. 03:00Importance of Trying Optics
  14. 03:12Opportunity for Older Glocks
  15. 03:31Size and Holster Clearance
  16. 04:01Cost and Construction Details
  17. 04:08Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Strike Industries Universal Optics Mount for Glocks?

The Strike Industries Universal Optics Mount is an aftermarket accessory for Glock pistols that allows users to mount micro red dot sights without permanently modifying the firearm's slide. It replaces the rear sight and provides a universal mounting platform.

How does the Strike Industries Universal Optics Mount install on a Glock?

The mount installs by drifting into the rear sight dovetail on a Glock slide. It uses a series of threaded holes and set screws to secure the plate and ensure it is level on the slide.

What are the main advantages of the Strike Industries Universal Optics Mount?

Its primary advantage is offering a non-permanent way to add an optic to Glocks that aren't factory optic-ready. This allows users to try out pistol optics without costly slide milling or permanent modifications.

What are the drawbacks of using the Strike Industries Universal Optics Mount?

The main drawbacks are the elimination of backup iron sights and the increased optic height compared to a milled slide. This higher profile can affect presentation and potentially snag on gear.

What types of red dot sights are compatible with the Strike Industries Universal Optics Mount?

The mount is designed to fit most common micro red dot sight footprints, including those from Trijicon (RMR), Aimpoint, Vortex, and Burris Fast Fire. It may not fit specialized designs like the Aimpoint Acro.

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