Thought I'd start a new thread for this project. I decided to move up (in size) from my factory Glock 27, which I've carried for many years. When I shot it in the "Dicken Drill," it was a wake-up moment. I was disappointed with my performance, though I was able to "pass" the test. The G27 is a snappy little bugger. And my eyesight is such that I can no longer focus on the front sight.
So, I thought I'd move to a Glock 19 size carry gun with an optic. I have a few choices (I've thought this out):
1. Have my Gen 2 G19 slide milled. Ack! I think I should keep this gun "original."
1a. Get a milled aftermarket slide for the Gen 2 G19. Also ack! Keep the Gen 2 G19 original.
2. Buy a new Glock with an MOS slide. A couple of problems with that... First... the MOS cut requires an adapter plate which places the optic higher from the bore. Alternatively, there is a new Holosun optic that mounts directly to the MOS cut, but it isn't the optic I want (for a few reasons). Also... MOS Glocks are hard to come by. My LGS didn't have any (in ANY model) and didn't know when they would get any. I will say the new G48 was nice in the hand.
3. Buy a new Glock with a standard slide and have it milled. This increases the cost.
4. Build my own! This will be the 4th P80 build for me. As per the advise from Mas Ayoob on his forum on GlockTalk, I'll be using a serialized frame. I can customize it to my tastes. I've got a slide that's already milled for an RMR / Holosun. I will use OEM Glock internal parts (as I do with all my builds). Then, I will test the crap out of it before carrying it. If it performs like my other three builds, it will be flawless and every bit as reliable as a factory Glock. And, it's fun!
Nothing from the factory was quite what I was looking for. So, I thought I'd build my own. I consulted with Mas Ayoob (noted expert) on his thoughts about carrying a P80. His advice: As long as it's serialized. He also advised that the trigger pull be comparable to a factory gun.
On another thread a fellow Patriot Gun Builder pointed me to one for sale at Bud's Gun Shop. $113! Done and done!
I got it today (through my local FFL). Here we go!
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The factory channel finishing is ALMOST as good as mine!
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This is the "Florida Man Tactical" slide and barrel. Got it through 80P Builders, though. I can't find them on 80P Builders anymore. And, the Florida Man Supply website seems a bit dubious, since there is no actual contact information. No way to contact them at all. Strange. I love the slide, though!
Stay tuned! Plans include getting a Holusun 507C Green ACSS optic. But, first I'll throw some stock Glock sights on it and test the crap out of the rig. I figure 1,000 flawless rounds should be a good litmus test to determine it's worthy of EDC, eh?
So, I thought I'd move to a Glock 19 size carry gun with an optic. I have a few choices (I've thought this out):
1. Have my Gen 2 G19 slide milled. Ack! I think I should keep this gun "original."
1a. Get a milled aftermarket slide for the Gen 2 G19. Also ack! Keep the Gen 2 G19 original.
2. Buy a new Glock with an MOS slide. A couple of problems with that... First... the MOS cut requires an adapter plate which places the optic higher from the bore. Alternatively, there is a new Holosun optic that mounts directly to the MOS cut, but it isn't the optic I want (for a few reasons). Also... MOS Glocks are hard to come by. My LGS didn't have any (in ANY model) and didn't know when they would get any. I will say the new G48 was nice in the hand.
3. Buy a new Glock with a standard slide and have it milled. This increases the cost.
4. Build my own! This will be the 4th P80 build for me. As per the advise from Mas Ayoob on his forum on GlockTalk, I'll be using a serialized frame. I can customize it to my tastes. I've got a slide that's already milled for an RMR / Holosun. I will use OEM Glock internal parts (as I do with all my builds). Then, I will test the crap out of it before carrying it. If it performs like my other three builds, it will be flawless and every bit as reliable as a factory Glock. And, it's fun!
Nothing from the factory was quite what I was looking for. So, I thought I'd build my own. I consulted with Mas Ayoob (noted expert) on his thoughts about carrying a P80. His advice: As long as it's serialized. He also advised that the trigger pull be comparable to a factory gun.
On another thread a fellow Patriot Gun Builder pointed me to one for sale at Bud's Gun Shop. $113! Done and done!
I got it today (through my local FFL). Here we go!
The factory channel finishing is ALMOST as good as mine!
This is the "Florida Man Tactical" slide and barrel. Got it through 80P Builders, though. I can't find them on 80P Builders anymore. And, the Florida Man Supply website seems a bit dubious, since there is no actual contact information. No way to contact them at all. Strange. I love the slide, though!
Stay tuned! Plans include getting a Holusun 507C Green ACSS optic. But, first I'll throw some stock Glock sights on it and test the crap out of the rig. I figure 1,000 flawless rounds should be a good litmus test to determine it's worthy of EDC, eh?
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