Modify G3c Slide or Replacement Slide for HE507k Optics

[Greatwhitewing]

Long story trying to keep as short as possible.
I have Holusun HE507k (small footprint) optic bought for another gun I may sell and considering using it on my G3c.

What are the pros and cons of smithing/machining (not me) my G3c slide vs purchasing the TORO slide and using adapter plates? Cost and other considerations?
I really like the idea of direct mounting of optic to slide without any adapters but not closed minded about it.

Being in MA do I need to go through an FFL since the slide is serialized?
Thanks in advance for your help

 

[jkelly1229]

The optic costs more than the gun?

Milling would cost more than the gun?

At the end of the day youd still have a taurus?

 

[Greatwhitewing]

The Taurus is a fine performing gun. Eats any ammo even the cheapest available without any issues. Little bit of recoil being a small frame. Performs flawlessly and easy to carry.
Can't say the same for the gun I want to get rid of that cost quite a bit more. I can't but locally any ammo that will will run reliably. Don't want to get into trash talking brands.

 

[wcorey]

The cheapest way out is to sell the g3c and buy a g3c toro...

 

[Greatwhitewing]

The cheapest way out is to sell the g3c and buy a g3c toro...

Interesting option I hadn't considered. Downside is still will have adapter plates but maybe an acceptable tradeoff.
Thanks

 

[MFSP101]

Could this be an option?

Taurus® G3c / G3X T.O.R.O. Conversion Kit

Introducing the Taurus® G3c T.O.R.O. Conversion Kit for your standard Taurus® G3c. Simply remove your slide as safely instructed in your owners manual, swap the barrel and recoil spring from current Taurus® G3c, lubricate your new slide and enjoy your new Taurus® G3c T.O.R.O. As we bring the...

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Rereading the OP’s post. See you thought if it. So looks like best cost option.