Recommendation for RMR slide cut

[samson7x]

So, I want a 10mm glock with an RMR on top.  I like the idea of a G40 MOS but it seems hefty to be carrying around the woods.  I would prefer to have a G20, but I was wondering who to send it to and how much it would cost to get the slide cut for an RMR?

 

Since we are on the topic, has anyone tried the Burris fastfire?  That would be a little more affordable if it will hold up to 10mm abuse.  

[CommsNBombs]

The 40 isnt any much heavier than the 20 to be honest, maybe a few ounces IF that - I dont personally own a 40 but fired one with a RMR and it was hardly a difference from my 20.

Plus nothing is sexier than a giant 10mm hand cannon.

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[samson7x]

The 40 isnt any much heavier than the 20 to be honest, maybe a few ounces IF that - I dont personally own a 40 but fired one with a RMR and it was hardly a difference from my 20.

Plus nothing is sexier than a giant 10mm hand cannon.

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Well it's not so much the weight of the gun alone, but I'll be using a suppressor quite a bit so length comes into play there too.  Another inch or so and another ounce or so adds up.  It seems like the 20 would be a more manageable package with a can on the end. 

[Grand Torino]

I've had two handguns done by these guys...there are the best in my book.

 

http://www.bowietacticalconcepts.com/

[samson7x]

I've had two handguns done by these guys...there are the best in my book.

 

http://www.bowietacticalconcepts.com/

 

 

What was the turnaround time?  They quote 16-24 weeks on the website. 

[Grand Torino]

What was the turnaround time?  They quote 16-24 weeks on the website. 

Mine were both right at 16 weeks. These guys stay busy cause they know what they are doing.

[nightrunner]

Well it's not so much the weight of the gun alone, but I'll be using a suppressor quite a bit so length comes into play there too. Another inch or so and another ounce or so adds up. It seems like the 20 would be a more manageable package with a can on the end.

I'm not so sure you could get a threaded barrel for the 40. It's already 6" long lol

[samson7x]

I'm not so sure you could get a threaded barrel for the 40. It's already 6" long lol

 

You can.

 

http://www.lonewolfdist.com/Detail.aspx?PROD=175327&CAT=237

 

But, yes, it would be a very long setup....hence the preference for a 20 with RMR.  

[13brv3]

I've had 4 slides done by these guys counting the one they have right now.  One of those was a G20.  

 

http://www.onesourcetactical.com/suareztrijiconrmrinstallation.aspx#.VDskoxaVEa4

 

Turnaround is a few weeks as I recall, assuming you don't have them recoat the milled section.  Obviously I've been happy with their work, or I wouldn't keep sending them slides :-)

 

Cheers,

Rusty

[samson7x]

I've had 4 slides done by these guys counting the one they have right now.  One of those was a G20.  

 

http://www.onesourcetactical.com/suareztrijiconrmrinstallation.aspx#.VDskoxaVEa4

 

Turnaround is a few weeks as I recall, assuming you don't have them recoat the milled section.  Obviously I've been happy with their work, or I wouldn't keep sending them slides :-)

 

Cheers,

Rusty

 

Mind posting a pic of your G20 setup?

 

If I'm reading them correctly, $145 includes milling AND plain black suppressor sights? Without refinishing the slide that is.  Seems like a great deal.

[13brv3]

Mind posting a pic of your G20 setup?

 

If I'm reading them correctly, $145 includes milling AND plain black suppressor sights? Without refinishing the slide that is.  Seems like a great deal.

 

I can't seem to attach photos, though I've done it in the classified section.  These are pics I found from a G21 I posted for sale.  It has the same RMR and was milled by the same shop.  Note that I have always opted for the night sight option rather than the plain sights.  The G37 that's in their shop now is only getting the standard black sights though.  I also always order the cover plate for something like $20, just in case you want to remove the RMR and have no gap missing from the slide.  

 

As for the G40, I'm very tempted to buy one, but I can't really justify it since I have the G20.  There are only two reasons to get a longer slide, and one of those (longer sight radius) is negated when you use an RMR.  You also get extra velocity, but I can get that with a longer barrel if I ever feel like I need it.  The G20 is my woods gun, for our property on the border of the Cherokee National Forrest.  Ammo is Underwood 220gr hard cast for the woods. 

 

Cheers,

Rusty

 

 

 

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[MemHeli]

So with this RMR setup, can you still use see the standard sites for backup?

[13brv3]

So with this RMR setup, can you still use see the standard sites for backup?

 

Yes, the sights they install are raised height suppressor sights, which co-witness with the RMR. 

 

Cheers,

Rusty

[Trekbike]

You might try contacting Kris, who goes by 173rdABN on TGO,   He owns DTV Tactical Innovations.    They do some slide work but don't know if they do the cuts you need.    They have a tab on the website for the slide services.     

 

Kris is a good guy and will treat you right.   

  

http://www.dtvtacticalinnovations.com/

[mike_f]

Lone Wolf did the machining for an RMR for my Glock 19:

 

http://www.lonewolfdist.com/Detail.aspx?PROD=156471&CAT=4877

 

For a Glock OEM slide and RMR it shows $134.95 (plus sights & shipping).  In May 2015 they turned mine around in about a month.

 

(I bought a Lone Wolf slide and didn't modify Glock OEM slide.)

[ehull20000]

I had one source tactical mill both of my slides and each is perfect. Fast turn around too.

[Spiffy]

http://www.onesourcetactical.com/suareztrijiconrmrinstallation.aspx#.VnXhffkrKUn

 

 

I got my G34 cut and ordered a pre-cut slide for my 19.  OST has been at the forefront of the RMR from the start.  It's $145 for the cut and suppressor sights.

[samson7x]

http://www.onesourcetactical.com/suareztrijiconrmrinstallation.aspx#.VnXhffkrKUn

 

 

I got my G34 cut and ordered a pre-cut slide for my 19.  OST has been at the forefront of the RMR from the start.  It's $145 for the cut and suppressor sights.

 

 

I actually talked to Tom on Friday.  He said if I got it to him pretty soon, he could have it back to me in 3 weeks.  They will also be offering pre-cut slides for the G20, but he said they won't be in production until 2nd quarter 2016. 

 

I've also thought about doing something like this:  http://www.midwayusa.com/product/448637/trijicon-rmr-pistol-mount-glock-matte

 

Seems like a good non permanent solution although it would put the sight a little higher and you would lose back up sights.

[13brv3]

FWIW, OST received my G37 slide on the 2nd, and shipped it on the 15th.

 

Cheers,

Rusty

[Spiffy]

I actually talked to Tom on Friday.  He said if I got it to him pretty soon, he could have it back to me in 3 weeks.  They will also be offering pre-cut slides for the G20, but he said they won't be in production until 2nd quarter 2016. 

 

I've also thought about doing something like this:  http://www.midwayusa.com/product/448637/trijicon-rmr-pistol-mount-glock-matte

 

Seems like a good non permanent solution although it would put the sight a little higher and you would lose back up sights.

 

When I got mine done I had it coated in Aqua-Terra back when they started offering that. With the holidays and SHOT show I think I was right around a month wait.