Timber Creek Outdoors Glock 43X/48 Billet Slide Optic Cut Filler Plate Black - GL43XMCPBL

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Timber Creek Outdoors GL43XMCPBL Glock 43X 48 Slide Optic Cut Filler Plate Black UPC 816397029612

Product Description

The Timber Creek Outdoors Billet Slide Optic Cut Filler Plate for Glock 43X and 48 MOS in Anodized Black (MPN: GL43XMCPBL) is a high-grade cover plate designed to protect and fill the factory micro optic cut when an optic is not installed. Specifically engineered for slimline Glock handguns equipped with factory MOS slide cuts, this cover plate restores the seamless, contoured top profile of your slide while protecting delicate mounting threads, recoil lugs, and bare metal from moisture and debris.

Precision CNC-machined in the USA from aircraft-grade 6061-T6 billet aluminum, the GL43XMCPBL features a custom-milled textured top surface for positive slide manipulation. Finished in a resilient hardcoat anodized black treatment, it offers exceptional resistance against sweat, holster friction, and harsh gun cleaning solvents while adding a sleek, custom appearance to your firearm's slide.

Designed as a simple drop-in component, the Timber Creek GL43XMCPBL mounts directly onto factory Glock 43X MOS and 48 MOS slide cuts using standard optics mounting screws. It serves as an essential accessory for shooters who temporarily remove their micro red dot or prefer irons-only operation on their EDC handguns.

Armorer Bench Notes & Real-World Staging Guidance:
Fitment Matrix: Fits factory Glock 43X MOS and Glock 48 MOS slides cut for Shield RMSc footprint optics. (Note: Will NOT fit standard non-MOS Glock 43X/48 slides or double-stack Glock MOS models such as the G19 MOS or G17 MOS).

1. Perform a complete firearm safety check: drop the magazine, retract the slide, and visually/physically inspect the chamber to verify zero live rounds are present.
2. Clean and degrease the optic cut pocket on your slide and the threaded mounting holes using isopropyl alcohol.
3. Place the Timber Creek GL43XMCPBL filler plate flush into the slide's optic cut pocket, ensuring alignment with the screw holes and recoil indexing features.
4. Apply a drop of blue Threadlocker (Loctite 242) to the threads of your optic cover mounting screws.
5. Thread the screws through the filler plate into the slide pocket and torque evenly to 10–12 in-lbs using an inch-pound torque driver.
6. Verify the plate is seated completely flush with the top slide contours before re-holstering or live firing.

Key Features

• Fills & Protects MOS Optic Cuts: Shields factory slide optic cut pocket, threads, and recoil lugs from water, dirt, and holster wear.
• Slimline Glock MOS Compatibility: Precision-milled specifically for single-stack Glock 43X MOS and Glock 48 MOS factory slides.
• 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum Construction: Machined from solid aerospace aluminum alloy for maximum strength and precise tolerances.
• Custom Textured Top Profile: Features functional top surface milling for enhanced slide rack traction.
• Hardcoat Anodized Black Finish: Provides superior protection against sweat, holster friction, and chemical degradation.
• Made in the USA: Manufactured by Timber Creek Outdoors in Enid, Oklahoma, and backed by a lifetime warranty.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Timber Creek Outdoors
• Model/Series: Glock Slimline Slide Optic Cut Filler Plate
• MPN / SKU: GL43XMCPBL
• UPC: 816397029612
• Platform Compatibility: Glock 43X MOS / Glock 48 MOS
• Optic Cut Footprint: Factory Glock Slimline MOS (Shield RMSc Pocket)
• Material: 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum
• Finish / Color: Hardcoat Anodized Black
• Weight: 0.3 oz
• Country of Origin: USA