{"id":213357,"date":"2025-04-06T15:21:49","date_gmt":"2025-04-06T20:21:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=213357"},"modified":"2025-10-21T08:10:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T13:10:52","slug":"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\/","title":{"rendered":"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 &#8211; Who is the Most Glock?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">19<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Ruger and Magpul collaboration that resulted in the birth of the RXM was not on my bingo card for 2024\/2025. The Ruger RXM made waves. Ruger makes functional and affordable semi-auto handguns. I would have never expected Ruger to make a Glock clone, but maybe the writing was on the wall when they released the PC Carbine with a Glock magwell. The RXM takes advantage of the Glock Gen 3\u2019s patents expiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-the-rxm-and-glock-19-the-big-difference\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\" data-level=\"2\">The RXM And Glock 19 &#8211; The Big Difference<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-sights-and-optics\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\" data-level=\"2\">Sights and Optics<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-rxm-ergonomics\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\" data-level=\"2\">RXM Ergonomics<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-shooting-straight-and-fast\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\" data-level=\"2\">Shooting Straight and Fast<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-reliability\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\" data-level=\"2\">Reliability<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-interchangeability\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\" data-level=\"2\">Interchangeability<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-rxm-a-worthy-successor\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\" data-level=\"2\">RXM: A Worthy Successor<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grips-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"RXM and GLock 19\" class=\"wp-image-213317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grips-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grips-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grips-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grips-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grips-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grips-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The RXM is Ruger&#8217;s take on the Gen 3 Glock platform <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Specifically, Ruger and Magpul\u2019s first RXM cloned the Gen 3 Glock 19. Glock\u2019s most famous handgun has always been the <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/search?keyword=glock%2019\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\">Glock 19<\/a>, so it makes sense the RXM would be the compact model. Since I have both on hand, I couldn\u2019t help but be curious enough to compare the two guns. Better yet, did Ruger beat Glock at doing Glock things?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-rxm-and-glock-19-the-big-difference\">The RXM And Glock 19 &#8211; The Big Difference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many companies have made copies of the Gen 3 Glock series, but this is the first time a legacy manufacturer has copied the Glock. The RXM is a Glock Gen 3 clone at its core, but there is a significant difference between the Glock and the RXM. The RXM has a removable, serialized chassis system. This allows you to swap the chassis between grip modules and frame sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-ruger-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"RXM handgun\" class=\"wp-image-213326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-ruger-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-ruger-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-ruger-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-ruger-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-ruger-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-ruger-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The RXM take modularity to the next level with a removable serialized chassis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Magpul has already released a series of multicolored grip modules, and if the RXM box is any indication, we are bound to see new slides as well. I wouldn\u2019t be surprised to see 19X-sized, full-sized, and my favorite, a full-sized slide with a compact grip. The removable chassis opens up a broad aftermarket of support. I imagine companies like Sharp Bros. and <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/icarus-precision-lower-for-sig-p365-x-macro-test-and-review-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"764\">Icarus Precision<\/a> will soon produce their grip modules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-g19-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Gen 3 Glock 19\" class=\"wp-image-213323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-g19-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-g19-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-g19-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-g19-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-g19-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-g19-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Gen 3 Glock 19 is a classic fighting pistol<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking further into the future, we will likely see PDW-style grip modules that are brace or stock-ready and have the proper paperwork. The RXM departed from the Gen 3 Glock. It\u2019s not just another Glock clone. I will give Ruger credit for doing something different and interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that out of the way, let\u2019s discuss the other way Ruger departed from Glock with the RXM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sights-and-optics\">Sights and Optics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Glock didn\u2019t get into the optics-ready market until the Gen 4 series. Before that, the only Gen 3s that were optics-ready came from custom shops and optics cuts. You need a good reason not to release an optics-ready pistol in the current market. Ruger didn\u2019t have a good excuse, so the RXM is optics-ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The RXM outdoes the optic-free Gen 3 and arguably outdoes the Glock MOS series. Both companies offer an optics system that fits multiple optics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-slides-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Rxm and glock 19 slides\" class=\"wp-image-213319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-slides-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-slides-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-slides-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-slides-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-slides-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-slides-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The RXM is optics ready, a huge advantage in a handgun.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The RXM uses a slide with various strategically placed threaded holes and a series of pins to accommodate many different optics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can mount an RMR, DPP, RMSc, and other optics without a problem. Optics like the ACRO or the Steiner MPS will require some form of plate to accommodate them. The MOS series uses plates, but plates have proven to be problematic, and tolerance stacking is never great.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-sights-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"RXM sights\" class=\"wp-image-213318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-sights-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-sights-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-sights-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-sights-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-sights-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-sights-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The RXM comes with metal sights, and night sights, that&#8217;s quite the upgrade to standard Glock sights. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The RXM comes with metal sights, which beats the Glock iron sight game. The front sight is a night sight, and the rear is blacked out. The iron sights sit high enough that you can cowitness through most optics. Glock has the same plastic sights they\u2019ve always had. The RXM can use any Glock pattern sights and vice versa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rxm-ergonomics\">RXM Ergonomics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gen 3 was a great series but lacked any kind of left-hand friendliness. The RXM continues that tradition. It\u2019s not lefty-friendly at all. The magazine release isn\u2019t reversible, and the slide release stays on one side. There are still some big differences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grip-width-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"RXM and Glock gen grip differences\" class=\"wp-image-213321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grip-width-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grip-width-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grip-width-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grip-width-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grip-width-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-grip-width-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Which is better? I prefer the slimmer RXM<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The finger grooves aren\u2019t present on the RXM, which is subjective, but I don\u2019t like grooves, and I don\u2019t think most people do. The RXM grip isn\u2019t as blocky or thick as the Glock 19 Gen 3. The merit of a thinner grip can also be subjective, but I prefer it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s not subjective is the magazine release design. Magpul did a great job of designing the grip and scalloping near the magazine release to make engaging it much easier. My reloads with the RXM are quicker than my reloads with the Glock Gen 3 19. With the Glock, I am reaching out to find the magazine release.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-19-mag-release-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"gen 3 magazine release\" class=\"wp-image-213328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-19-mag-release-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-19-mag-release-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-19-mag-release-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-19-mag-release-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-19-mag-release-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-19-mag-release-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Reaching this thing is a real pain in the butt<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The RXM grip also features a larger rear overhang, which prevents slide bite. I get a fair bit of slide bite with the Gen 3 Glocks. The trigger guard on the RXM features an undercut for a nice high grip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-magazine-release-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"RXM magazine release\" class=\"wp-image-213325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-magazine-release-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-magazine-release-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-magazine-release-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-magazine-release-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-magazine-release-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-magazine-release-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The RXM&#8217;s magazine release is much easier to reach and activate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Interestingly, both guns have a distinct feel that makes them feel like a brand of their own. If you\u2019ve used Magpul AR-15 grips, you\u2019ll be familiar with the feel of the RXM. It\u2019s very K2, and the Magpul polymer feel and texture are evident. The Glock grip is also distinct, and if I were blind, I could pick it out of a lineup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shooting-straight-and-fast\">Shooting Straight and Fast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of raw mechanical accuracy, I don\u2019t think many shooters could tell the difference between the two. However, from a practical perspective, the presence of a red dot makes it easier to shoot accurately. Out of 50 yards, I was nailing targets with ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-recoil-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"RXM red dot\" class=\"wp-image-213314\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-recoil-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-recoil-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-recoil-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-recoil-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-recoil-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-recoil.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The red dot on top of the RXM makes a huge difference. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The iron sights of the Glock 19 Gen 3 make that tough. Both guns are easy to control and shoot fast. I noticed no significant difference in split times\u2026as long as I turned the optic off. Red dots also make it easier to shoot faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-shootinf-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"shooting gen 3 glock 19\" class=\"wp-image-213313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-shootinf-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-shootinf-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-shootinf-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-shootinf-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-shootinf-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-glock-shootinf.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Glock 19 offers the same Glock we&#8217;ve all come to expect<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, since red dots on handguns weren\u2019t as common when the Gen 3 was introduced, I turned the dot off and used the irons. Recoil and muzzle rise between the guns differed very little, if at all. The only main difference I found was the fat grip of the original Glock tends to spread recoil a little more throughout the whole hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reliability\">Reliability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Glock set a new standard for reliability in firearms. There is a reason they dominate the market, and there is a reason Ruger copied Glock. The guns work. They are very simple, and you can strip one down with a single punch. I like to think the gun&#8217;s simplicity tends to help its reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-side-by-side-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"RXM and Glock 19 gen 3\" class=\"wp-image-213320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-side-by-side-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-side-by-side-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-side-by-side-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-side-by-side-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-side-by-side-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glock-19-vs-ruger-rxm-side-by-side-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Both guns are reliable, but the Gen 3 Glock 19 doesn&#8217;t have problems with Glock OEM magazines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The RXM has proven to be quite reliable\u2014at least mine has been. With that in mind, it\u2019s only been out for a few months. The Glock Gen 3 has been around since 1998. Glock gets the nod because it has a much more proven track record. It\u2019s been used around the world and abused, but it still keeps that reputation for quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The RXM has one weird issue. With Glock OEM magazines and possibly other metal-lined options, the slide will occasionally lock open with rounds in the magazine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-interchangeability\">Interchangeability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A big question many folks had was about the interchangeability between the RXM and Glock 19 Gen 3. We already mentioned that sights are interchangeable, but so are slides. If Ruger sold the RXM slides, Glock Gen 3 owners might have an awesome upgrade to consider. The optics mounting system makes it worth the upgrade.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-191-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"RXM and Adams ARms \" class=\"wp-image-213361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-191-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-191-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-191-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-191-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-191-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-191.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The RXM slide and frame are interchangeable with other Glocks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You could also throw your favorite Gen 3 slide on the RXM. You can swap barrels if you want a threaded option. In terms of triggers, most Gen 3 triggers will work. The RXM uses a partially cocked striker system, just like the Glock. Some triggers convert the partially cocked striker to a fully cocked striker. Those triggers reportedly do not work with the RXM series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-19-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"glock 19 holster\" class=\"wp-image-213360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-19-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-19-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-19-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-19-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-19-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/rxm-vs-glock-19.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The RXM works with Glock 19 holsters like the soon-to-be-released Ballast<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I haven\u2019t found a holster that fits the Glock 19 that doesn\u2019t fit the RXM, including Safariland holsters with retention devices. The holster ecosystem around Glock is massive, and it\u2019ll be easy to find the right rig for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>READ MORE: <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/rugers-copycat-glock-the-rxm-shot-show-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-rxm-versus-the-glock-gen-3-who-is-the-most-glock\" title=\"The RXM Versus the Glock Gen 3 - Who is the Most Glock?\">Ruger\u2019s Copycat Glock: The RXM \u2014 SHOT Show 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rxm-a-worthy-successor\">RXM: A Worthy Successor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The RXM breathed new life into an old(ish) design. It\u2019s easy to see why the gun is getting so much positive traction. It refined the ergonomics and introduced a modular and innovative optics mounting option while keeping the gun&#8217;s simplistic layout. Ruger had the benefit of almost 30 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Best yet, the gun is affordable. If you shop around, you can find it for less than $400. 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