Glock 43X OEM Slide

Upgrade or replace your Glock 43X with a genuine OEM slide that delivers factory-level reliability, durability, and performance. Glock engineers each Glock 43X slide to strict factory standards, ensuring precise fitment, smooth cycling, and long-term service life for concealed carry, range use, or defensive applications.

Product Description | Specs for Glock 43X OEM Slide

Glock manufactures the Glock 43X OEM slide to exact factory specifications and designs it specifically for the slimline Glock 43X frame and internals. Glock precision-machines the slide from high-strength steel and applies its durable factory surface finish to ensure consistent lockup, smooth operation, and dependable performance with factory and quality aftermarket ammunition.

This OEM slide works perfectly for replacement builds, slide swaps, or restoring a Glock 43X pistol to original factory configuration.

What’s Included For Complete Glock 43X Slide

A complete OEM slide arrives fully assembled and ready to install on a compatible Glock 43X frame. It typically includes:

• Glock 43X OEM slide
• OEM striker (firing pin) assembly
• OEM striker safety and spring
• OEM extractor
• OEM extractor depressor plunger and spring
• OEM slide cover plate
• OEM channel liner (installed)
• OEM sights (polymer or steel, supplier dependent)

(The barrel and recoil spring assembly may or may not be included. Always verify listing details before purchase.)

What’s Included For Stripped Glock 43X OEM Slide

A stripped OEM slide supports custom builds and replacement projects and ships without internal components. It typically includes:

• Glock 43X OEM slide (bare)
• Slide body only (no internals, no sights)

Not Included:

• Striker/firing pin assembly
• Extractor and extractor depressor plunger
• Striker safety and springs
• Channel liner
• Slide cover plate
• Sights
• Barrel
• Recoil spring assembly

(You must source all internal parts, sights, barrel, and recoil spring separately.)

Specifications

• Model: Glock 43X Slide
• Manufacturer: Glock (OEM)
• Material: Heat-treated steel
• Finish: Glock factory nDLC finish (production dependent)
• Caliber: 9mm Luger
• Compatibility: Glock 43X frames and slimline components
• Serrations: Factory rear serrations
• Optics Cut: No (standard OEM slide unless otherwise specified; MOS versions differ)
• Sights: OEM Glock pattern (varies by package)

How to Install a Glock 43X Slide

Install the Slide

• Confirm the pistol is unloaded and clear
• Remove the existing slide from the frame
• Install or transfer the barrel and recoil spring assembly (if not included)
• Align the OEM slide with the frame rails and reattach it

Function Check

• Rack the slide to confirm smooth travel
• Perform a dry-function check to verify proper trigger reset
• Insert an empty magazine and confirm slide lock operation

(Follow Glock armorer guidelines when installing or swapping components.)

How To Disable a Glock 43X Slide

1. Remove the slide assembly and store it separately
2. Remove and store all magazines separately
3. Install a cable or trigger lock through the frame or magwell
4. Store ammunition separately
5. Secure all components in a locked container or safe

For permanent disabling or legal compliance, consult a licensed gunsmith or FFL.

Compatibility

• Fits: Glock 43X frames
• Barrels: Glock 43X standard or threaded barrels
• Recoil System: Glock 43X recoil spring assembly
• Sights: Glock OEM-pattern slimline sights
• Gen Mix: Glock designs this slide specifically for slimline models; do not mix with double-stack Glock generations

What’s the Glock 43X Slide Made Of?

Glock manufactures OEM slides from high-strength steel and protects them with a durable factory finish to resist corrosion and wear. Precision machining ensures correct breech geometry, extractor fit, and striker channel alignment for consistent reliability and long service life.

Customization Options

• Sights: OEM polymer, steel, night sights, or fiber optics
• Barrels: Standard or threaded Glock 43X barrels
• Internal Parts: OEM or high-quality aftermarket internals
• Finish Mods: Cerakote or refinishing services from qualified shops

Note: Modifications may affect reliability or warranty coverage. Always function-test after making changes.

FAQs

Q: Is this a genuine Glock OEM slide?
Yes. Glock manufactures this slide to factory specifications.

Q: Is the slide complete or stripped?
Availability varies. Always confirm whether the package includes internals and sights.

Q: Will this fit other Glock models?
No. Glock designed this slide specifically for the Glock 43X slimline platform.

Q: Can I add an optic to this slide?
Standard OEM slides do not include an optics cut. You must mill the slide or choose a Glock 43X MOS slide to mount an optic.

Q: Does this maintain factory reliability?
Yes. When paired with compatible Glock 43X components, this OEM slide delivers factory-level reliability and performance.

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