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Plates vs. Direct Mount (Pros/Cons)

  • Writer: Marcos La Porte
    Marcos La Porte
  • Nov 5, 2025
  • 1 min read

Direct mount: lowest height, strongest interface, fewer parts.


Plate: flexible — one slide can accept multiple footprints via plates (e.g., Glock MOS). Slight height/weight penalty.

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