Tokarev Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 I am looking to replace a slide on a G17/22 frame and would like some user feedback on the aftermarket offerings.Who has a Lone Wolf, IDP Tactical, ZEV, etc and what feedback can you give? Any parts fitment issues? Any problems with the little tab on the connector wearing a groove or gouge on the kickout in the slide?And, finally, does something like the ZEV offer anything over some of the cheaper options in the way of quality and function?Ideally this slide will be used in ESP and maybe limited minor. TIA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerTrace Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 I've got some ZEV experience. More than anything, they just look cool. Yes the lower mass, makes a difference in recoil, but thats about it. Not worth the money for me. A good trigger and sights are a better investment, in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokarev Posted September 14, 2016 Author Share Posted September 14, 2016 ZEV certainly has some unique and interesting slide cuts. I'm not sure I want something quite so bold on my frame. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkvibe Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 Have a zev slide. Finish durability is mediocre. Rails seem to be out of spec. Customer service was terrible. I regret buying it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokarev Posted September 14, 2016 Author Share Posted September 14, 2016 Have a zev slide. Finish durability is mediocre. Rails seem to be out of spec. Customer service was terrible. I regret buying it. Yikes! Thanks for the feedback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkvibe Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 Just now, Tokarev said: Yikes! Thanks for the feedback. No problem. I like the reduced weight. I wish I had mod 1 mill my factory slide instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokarev Posted September 14, 2016 Author Share Posted September 14, 2016 Mod 1? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkvibe Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 http://mod1firearms.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenixsomd Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Lone Wolf makes decent replacement slides, I had one on a G35 I used in Limited, it worked great and fit well with all other aftermarket itemsNever had a Zev slide but, did break 4 of their trigger sets (always the trigger safety)Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokarev Posted September 16, 2016 Author Share Posted September 16, 2016 Mod 1 appears to do nice work but his backlog seems extensive. What about Wetwerks or Fire 4 Effect? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokarev Posted September 19, 2016 Author Share Posted September 19, 2016 I see that Lone Wolf has a new slide called the "Alpha Wolf." I know it is probably too new but has anyone seen one yet? Same for the Voodoo line of top ends. New but decent? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrimaryBruce Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 OP, what are you looking for exactly? We can mill your slide any way you'd like and our turn around is currently only about 2 weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokarev Posted September 19, 2016 Author Share Posted September 19, 2016 OP, what are you looking for exactly? We can mill your slide any way you'd like and our turn around is currently only about 2 weeks. Contact info, please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrimaryBruce Posted September 19, 2016 Share Posted September 19, 2016 23 minutes ago, Tokarev said: Contact info, please. Choose your poison: Primary Machine Vendor Forum: http://forums.brianenos.com/index.php?showforum=316 Primary Machine Website: WWW.PRIMARYMACHINE.COM Primary Machine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PrimaryMachine/ My email: bruce.primarymachine@gmail.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soterik Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 On 9/16/2016 at 5:29 AM, Tokarev said: Mod 1 appears to do nice work but his backlog seems extensive. What about Wetwerks or Fire 4 Effect? I had my slide work done by Fire 4 Effect and the quality of the machining and refinishing was excellent. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again. I also like that they have dozens different options so you can get the features that work best for you. For me I wanted truly functional and aggressive forward cocking serrations. You might also look at Way of the Gun and Primary Machine. I agree that machining a factory slide is the way to go rather than aftermarket. YMMV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokarev Posted September 25, 2016 Author Share Posted September 25, 2016 Any photos of what Way of the Gun is offering? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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