Glock 17 Gen 5 FDE OEM Frame

Upgrade or build your Glock 17 with a factory-spec Glock 17 Gen 5 OEM FDE Frame — a full-size lower receiver finished in Flat Dark Earth and engineered for modern Glock performance. Designed for duty, range, or defensive builds, this frame accepts all proper Glock 17 Gen 5–pattern components while delivering proven durability and enhanced ergonomics.

Product Description | Specs for Glock 17 Gen 5 FDE OEM Frame

The Glock 17 Gen 5 OEM FDE Frame is molded from Glock’s advanced high-strength polymer, formulated to handle sustained recoil and hard use while remaining lightweight and balanced.

This frame incorporates reinforced steel slide rails, precision pin bosses, and correct geometry to mount Glock 17 Gen 5 slides, locking blocks, and lower parts kits (LPK). The Flat Dark Earth (FDE) finish offers a durable, non-reflective appearance ideal for duty or tactical configurations.

What’s Included for Complete OEM Frame

A complete OEM Glock 17 Gen 5 frame assembly typically includes:

• Serialized Glock 17 Gen 5 polymer frame (FDE)
• Glock Gen 5 lower parts kit (LPK), including:

• • Trigger housing with ejector

  • Ambidextrous slide stop lever

  • Trigger with trigger bar

  • Connector

  • Reversible magazine catch and spring

  • Trigger pin and trigger housing pin

  • Locking block and steel pins

• Integral accessory rail on the dust cover

(Actual included parts vary by supplier and build kit; always verify contents before purchase.)

What’s Included for Stripped OEM Frame (No LPK)

A stripped OEM frame includes the serialized lower only:

• Glock 17 Gen 5 polymer frame in FDE
• Factory pin holes, rails, and bosses ready for LPK installation

No internal components, pins, springs, or controls are included.

Specifications

• Model: Glock 17 Gen 5 OEM FDE Frame
• Material: High-strength polymer with steel rail inserts
• Finish: Flat Dark Earth (FDE) polymer
• Compatible Caliber: 9mm Luger (with complete slide/barrel assembly)
• Frame Size: Full-size (double-stack)
• Generation: Gen 5
• Accessory Rail: Integral under-barrel rail
• Controls: Ambidextrous slide stop, reversible magazine release

How to Install a Glock 17 Gen 5 OEM Frame

Install the Lower Parts Kit (LPK)

• Verify all components are unloaded and safe.
• Install Gen 5–specific trigger components, slide stop, and magazine catch following OEM schematics.
• Insert the appropriate Gen 5 pins to secure internal components.
• Perform a basic function check for trigger operation and magazine release.

Attach the Slide Assembly

• Mount a Glock 17 Gen 5 slide assembly onto the frame rails.
• Cycle the slide several times to confirm smooth movement and proper alignment.
• Conduct a dry-function check prior to live use.

(Refer to official Glock Gen 5 schematics or consult a qualified gunsmith.)

How to Disassemble a Glock 17 Gen 5 FDE OEM Frame

• Remove the slide assembly and store it separately
• Remove all magazines
• Use a cable lock or trigger lock through the frame or magwell
• Store ammunition separately
• Secure the frame in a locked container or gun safe
• For permanent disabling, contact a licensed gunsmith or FFL

Compatibility

• Fits: Glock 17 Gen 5 slides and upper assemblies
• Parts Compatibility: Glock Gen 5 9mm lower parts only
• Magazines: Glock 17 Gen 5 magazines; compatible with Glock 19 and extended-capacity magazines
• Gen Mixing: Not compatible with Gen 3 or Gen 4 internals

What’s the Glock 17 Gen 5 FDE OEM Frame Made Of?

This frame uses Glock’s proprietary polymer blend for strength, impact resistance, and long service life. Integrated steel rails reinforce slide contact points, while updated Gen 5 geometry ensures consistent lockup and reliable cycling across a wide range of ammunition.

Customization Options

• Grip Texture: Professional stippling or grip enhancements
• Controls: Extended or low-profile Gen 5–compatible controls
• Magazine Accessories: Extended baseplates and duty magazines

Note: Modifications may affect warranty or serviceability. Consult a qualified armorer.

FAQs

Q: Does this frame include internal parts?
Complete frames include internal components; stripped frames do not. Always confirm the product listing.

Q: Is this frame compatible with earlier-generation Glock slides?
No. The Glock 17 Gen 5 frame is designed specifically for Gen 5 slides and internals.

Q: What distinguishes a Gen 5 Glock frame?
Gen 5 frames feature no finger grooves, an ambidextrous slide stop, revised trigger components, and improved internal geometry.

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