Is the slide NIB or some type of cerakote?

Name: Glock G17 9mm Luger 4.48" 17+1 Black/Tungsten
Brand: Glock
SKU: 411557857
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The Gen 4 Glocks feature a different finish from their predecessors. I certainly is not cerakote or any other spray/brysh on topical finish, but is a chemical process that transforms the surface of the metal - as did the famous (infamous?) tenifer finish Glock was known for in the earlier generations. Glock is very secretive about their finishes - in fact about pretty much everything associated with the production of "Glock Perfection) and aren't talking about exactly what the newer finish is, but lots of folks have noticed what it isn't, and it sure isn't the original 'tenifer' ... which I understand always had to be done in Austria as it ws illegal here in the US as it involved cyanide. So while we don;t know exactly what it is, we do know for certain it is not cerakote, or duracoat or any "coat". It is actually some chemical process that changes the surface of the metal - and many have commented it is not s durable as the Glocks of old. Personaly, My gen 4 G19 is holding up well, finish wise. i don;t think we will end up seeing all the newer Glocks losing their finish in any dramatic way either.

William, Glock says this pistol has a Advanced barrel/slide surface treatment for max scratch & corrosion resistance (OD Green Battleworn) Finish. This I believe is similar to NIB. Glock should be able to specify exactly what the finish is at Phone: 770-432-1202 or by email inquiry here : https://us.glock.com/en/contact-us

I cant find anywhere that says what the finish is I suggest that you contact Glock to get accurate answer To receive additional product and parts information, delivery schedules, information about your order, or other shipping information please contact: Phone: 770-432-1202 FAX: 770-433-8719

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Glock G17 9mm Luger 4.48" 17+1 Black/Tungsten - 4.48" Barrel, 17+1 Rounds, Polymer Grips

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Model: UG1750204BKTUNG

Condition: Factory New

Bud's Item Number: 411557857

UPC: UPCUG1750204BLKTUNG

MFG: Glock

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Glock G17 9mm Luger 4.48 17+1 Black/Tungsten

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GLOCK INC Gen 4 Glock UG1750204 G17 Double 9mm Luger 4.8" 17+1 Black Poylmer Grip Stainless

The Glock 17 Gen4 introduces revolutionary design changes to the world's most popular pistol. The modular backstrap design lets the user to adapt the grip to hand size, and the frame surface exhibits the scientifically-designed Gen4 rough textured technology. This model features a dual-recoil spring assembly that substantially increases the life of the system, and the enlarged reversible magazine catch easily accommodates left- or right-handed operators. The G17 Gen4 retains the Glock accessory rail for accessory attachment.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Mfg Item Num: UG1750204
Category: PISTOLS
Type :Pistol
Action :Double
Caliber :9mm Luger
Barrel Length :4.48"
Capacity :17+1
Safety :Trigger/Firing Pin/Drop
Grips :Black Poylmer
Sight Configuration :Fixed
Weight :32 oz
Frame Finish :Black
Frame Material :Polymer
Barrel Type :Hexagonal Rifled
Slide Description : Tungsten

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Caliber

.458 SOCOM

Barrel Length

5.5

Capacity

Grips

Composite

Product Information

Action

Double

Caliber

9mm

Barrel Length

4.48

Capacity

17+1

Grips

Polymer

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Q: Is the slide NIB or some type of cerakote?
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Asked 03/13/2019 02:03 by william h

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The Gen 4 Glocks feature a different finish from their predecessors. I certainly is not cerakote or any other spray/brysh on topical finish, but is a chemical process that transforms the surface of the metal - as did the famous (infamous?) tenifer finish Glock was known for in the earlier generations. Glock is very secretive about their finishes - in fact about pretty much everything associated with the production of "Glock Perfection) and aren't talking about exactly what the newer finish is, but lots of folks have noticed what it isn't, and it sure isn't the original 'tenifer' ... which I understand always had to be done in Austria as it ws illegal here in the US as it involved cyanide. So while we don;t know exactly what it is, we do know for certain it is not cerakote, or duracoat or any "coat". It is actually some chemical process that changes the surface of the metal - and many have commented it is not s durable as the Glocks of old. Personaly, My gen 4 G19 is holding up well, finish wise. i don;t think we will end up seeing all the newer Glocks losing their finish in any dramatic way either.
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