They didn't go with a gen 3 mag release in particular. They went with a gen 3 platform. Because that's what most people want to build, it's the most common, and has the best aftermarket support.
Love my SCT frame. The only thing I don't like is their brand magwell. It seats nicely, but there's no retention where the pinky would lay. Even the trigger that came with the frame was smooth and polished. Added a ghost edge connector, and it's butter.
Get the SCT magwell flare. Brownell’s has it. It’s a few bucks, snaps in, and makes the grip look way more finished. Not a huge flare - just enough. Works on SCT 19 as well and adds a good pinky rest.
Yeah, but I ran the 19 and it was to small, and the 17 is a good size I just don’t think it’s for me. I don’t hate the frame by any means, but if I don’t like it, there’s a zero % chance I’m gonna spend the money to upgrade it
SCT frames have their place, I have built several, built a Dagger also, but I personally prefer the Lonewolf platform. They are more ergonomic for me and I have a 19x version plus a 17 version. Like the dagger though the trigger and trigger bar are the only thing Glock compatible to switch out.
I should probably get some aftermarket mags at some point. So far, after shooting a G17 for 15 years with OEM mags, I've not had a chance to practice clearing any malfunctions.
SCT is different but not bad. I’ve had great success with Tyrant CNC parts. Zev Tech and SCT make OEM parts for Glock. Anything mass produced will have slight play in tolerances, but they are 2 companies that know what they are doing. Side note, all frames are usually made for Gen 3 parts, including mag release. Gen 3 is no longer restricted so anyone can make them. Gen 5 parts have to be licensed and approved by Glock for them to be made.
If you run a PM Light. You can use a glock holster + hair-dryer. Won't hold glock very well after. But really good retention on these frames after heating and cooling :)
