Upgrade your Glock 17 Gen 5 with a premium optics-ready slide engineered for reliability, durability, and modern performance. Precision CNC machined from heat-treated 416 stainless steel, this aftermarket Glock-compatible slide features aggressive window cuts that reduce reciprocating mass for faster cycling while maintaining exceptional strength.
Finished in an ultra-hard Black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating, this slide provides outstanding resistance to scratches, wear, corrosion, and carbon buildup. The deep matte black finish delivers a clean, tactical appearance while standing up to thousands of rounds.
The slide is precision machined with an RMR optic footprint, allowing compatibility with many of today’s most popular pistol red dot sights. Whether you’re building a range pistol, competition gun, or defensive firearm, this slide offers the performance and durability serious shooters expect.
Complete your build with one of our Glock 17 Gen 5 barrels and Glock slide completion kits. We also offer professional assembly & test firing.
Features
- Compatible with Glock 17 Gen 5 frames
- Precision CNC machined from heat-treated 416 stainless steel
- Durable Black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) finish
- RMR optics cut
- Lightweight window cuts reduce reciprocating mass
- Front and rear enhanced slide serrations
- Optics-ready for today’s most popular red dots
- Compatible with Gen 5 Glock 17 internal components
- Designed for custom Glock-compatible pistol builds
Compatible Red Dot Optics (RMR Footprint)
This slide accepts optics utilizing the Trijicon RMR footprint, including:
- Trijicon RMR
- Trijicon SRO
- Holosun 407C
- Holosun 507C
- Holosun 508T
- Swampfox Liberty
- Swampfox Justice
- ADE RD3-019
- ADE RD3-020
- ADE RD3-023
- Riton X3 Tactix PRD
- NcSTAR VISM FlipDot Pro
- Any RMR-compatible Optic
Why Choose a Black DLC Glock Slide?
Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) is one of the most durable finishes available for firearm components. Compared to conventional coatings, Black DLC offers:
- Outstanding wear resistance
- Excellent corrosion protection
- Reduced friction for smoother cycling
- Easy cleaning and maintenance
- Deep matte black finish that resists fading
For shooters looking for a slide that performs under hard use while maintaining its appearance, Black DLC is an excellent choice.
Complete Your Glock 17 Gen 5 Build
Pair your slide with:
- Glock 17 Gen 5 barrel
- Glock Gen 5 slide completion kit
- Suppressor-height sights for optic use
- Glock Gen 5 recoil spring assembly
Note: This listing is for the stripped slide only. Barrel, sights, optic, recoil assembly, and slide completion parts are sold separately.
Glock Trademark Disclaimer
DISCLAIMER: “GLOCK” is a federally registered trademark of GLOCK, Inc. and is one of many trademarks registered by GLOCK, Inc. and GLOCK Ges.m.b.H. Neither Mid State Firearms LLC, nor this site are affiliated in any manner with, or otherwise endorsed by, GLOCK, Inc. or GLOCK Ges.m.b.H. The use of “GLOCK” on this page is merely to advertise the sale of GLOCK pistols, parts, or components. For additional genuine GLOCK, Inc. and GLOCK Ges.m.b.H. products and parts, visit www.glock.com.
This product is not manufactured, authorized, endorsed, or warranted by GLOCK. GLOCK does not warrant or represent that this product is compatible with GLOCK pistols.
Sight Installation Notice
Important: If using a sight pusher tool, use one that fully supports the sides of the slide during installation. Do not use an MGW-style sight pusher that contacts only a small section of the slide rail, as concentrated force may damage the slide.
sound of freedom – This was a great set up. I loved being able to customize the set up. Only issue I had was my own fault as a newb to building these. I used a heavy barrel in a slim hand guard. It makes adding attachments tough with clearances. Hoping someday to also get an AR10 from here.