Premium Concealed Carry Holsters Search by Gun IWB Holsters OWB Holsters Revolver Accessories Instructions About Blog FAQ's Contact Us IWB Holsters What are you looking for? I ran through Dot Torture and felt impressed with the Glock 43X. But, I can say that the pros outweigh the cons, the price point is right, and the gun is as reliable as the sun coming up tomorrow. So youve made it this far, to where youre likely wondering if you should go out and buy a Glock 43x MOS. The reach is just slightly shorter on the Glock 43, and if you have really small hands, that might be an advantage. Brownells Featured Dealers have agreed to perform FFL transfers on guns purchased online from Brownells. I am looking for a glock 43 owner to find out how strong Is the kick back and how difficult it will be for a new shooter to get accurate. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. Again, I don't think it's just the grip size difference. Haters of any sort are childish. Hold the slide at the serations; With your weak hand. With a light and optic, you can take your concealed carry pistol to new levels of awesome. I thought I sucked at shooting. There are lots of goodies out there for the 43x MOS. It gives you great training and is a great way to evaluate a firearm. So, rather than using GAs data, Ill have to goto the Glock website for usable data. Concealed Carry, I started carrying Glocks way back when at the suggestion of a LEO friend, whos only comment when I said what about the S&W striker models, his response, is it a Glock? I am also retired Navy so am eligible for Glocks special purchase program for first responders, LEOs, and active and retired military members. I kept my shooting within 20 yards, as anything further wouldnt be something Id typically expect to be shooting at with a pistol of this size. Can you afford it? $29.99 . Held with a standard grip, points the gun at 20 degrees high and shoots over any target at 3 yards. Overall I prefer the balance and softer recoil of the 48. I also smooth out the dingus, while it's off, which makes a big difference. The SIG P365 is shorter and holds the same amount of rounds. ETS produces clear polymer magazines with a 19 round capacity that sit a fair bit below the grip. Could be the reason so many discharge upon re-holstering. Glock is responding to the political reality of Left Wing gun control politicians who insist on imposing magazine capacity regulation on the citizens of this country. Let us know in the comments below and leave a review. $745.99. Personalize your experience. Quite possibly the best option for concealed carry with upgraded 15 round capacity mags and an MOS (modular optic system). Soon as the safety is depressed . Learn the 3 most popular shooting stances & more. Finally, as youd expect, you get the same Glock sights Glock has always used. It disappears into my Galco Royal Guard holster and it so comfortable to carry, I almost forget I have it on. Check out our S&W M&P Shield Plus review for more info. Always remember, what may be a pro or con for me, could be the opposite for you. Im sure my accuracy has decreased as it is, after all, something that does decline over time. There is a certain advantage to be able to have a pistol that is loaded with every round that pistol is designed to hold. My understanding is that the 43X MOS barrel is an upgraded match compared to the 43. It utilized the same barrel length as a Glock 43 but the grip length of a Glock 19. Subscribe to Pew Pew Tactical's sales and deals email. Compared to the Sig P365, this size isnt exactly efficient. The short slide makes tracking the front sight easy and getting back on target quick. The 43X puts Glock back on the table for my CCW needs, and then it just gets better. C'mon man! Even having an extra one or two rounds can save your life, so an extra four is a huge difference. Had a few questions about my newly acquired G43X. Outside of being second to high point, Glocks are inaccurate because of their uncomfortable shooting position. Its all about comfort. What did gun owners do when that bought the G43? Glocks do not reqiure much lube, only the key places in your owners manual. One of the most appealing aspects of shooting or owning a Glock is its reliability. Is the 43x barrel the same as the 43x mos?? If I actually practiced more often, I would anticipate perfect qualification scores. I know people who are very accurate with a Glock, and love it, and those who hate its grip and cant shoot a bucket with the pistol inside it. Glock expanded on this concept, and I mean that both literally and figuratively. You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers. It's actually a Glock48 w/TLR7Sub holster since they don't make the holsters for 43X MOS with TLR7Sub. Sure there are many polymer framed handguns out there, but only one has the plus 20 degree grip angle that makes the Glock both uncomfortable and inaccurate for this design flaw. Well, I suppose that's not the best way to describe it, but I'll rephrase that to say it doesn't feel as small as it looks. Travis Pike is a Marine infantry veteran, firearms enthusiast, and NRA certified instructor. It is easier to conceal the Glock 43. Glock expanded on this concept, and I mean that both literally and figuratively. The front tritium night sight helps with quick target acquisition, and best of all, you can find it with rebates at the moment. It comes with whats almost the universal footprint for micro-optics, the Shield RMSc. Want to see more of the Glock 43X MOS? Again, its a Glock, and as a Glock, its very simple. Capacity: 19-Round. I love it. In the accuracy department, I had zero issues putting 9mm holes into those two-inch circles. For me its about the damn near perfect size overall. The 43X has forward-cocking serrations, while not all 43 models do. So Ill have to agree with many responses to this article and say with upmost confidence that Glocks are pieces of sh!t. The bigger difference on the 43 is that I have to break my grip to get my thumb out of the way so the magazine can drop through. The Glock 43 is going to be significantly shorter in the grip by almost three-quarters of an inch. Have you shot the Glock 43X? The method you suggest is what I meant by "push and pull," though, so it's still very difficult even doing that. Elite Tactical Systems Magazines for Glock 43X. I know I sound like a broken record (if anyone here is old enough to know what that is! The Glock 43x is a hybrid between the newly released Glock 48 and the smallest 9mm pistol offered by Glock, the Glock 43. Thats exactly what the Glock 43X accomplishes. I've replaced my trigger shoe with JG $22 shoe and it feels much better. My Springfield Hellcat is quite a bit snappier than my G43 and neither have ever "tore up my hand" or given me slide bite. The 43x MOS didnt come with any adapter plates, though, which I was kind of surprised by. They expanded the single stack grip to accommodate a ten-round magazine rather than a six-round magazine. You can easily attach a light like the TLR 7 SUB to this thing. Weve got a dedicated section for the AR-15 here. The pros and cons are somewhat self apparent but here they are at the most basic level. I do wish the slide stop lever protruded a bit more, but I was still able to engage/disengage it in a hurry almost every time. Would I be hesitant to own and carry a Glock 43x MOS? anything extra and your I bet you have pistols you can do the same with, so the fact you were not able to do that with the Glock while I can only means that it fits my hand better. I wanted to try a little bit of everything to see if it was best to stick to OEM or if the aftermarket functioned well. Besides that, the triggers and their shoes are identical. I blasted my way through the Dot Torture target and shot it almost perfectly clean. You can swap triggers, magazine releases, slide locks, add magwells, barrels, and whatever else you want to customize your G43X. Its not bad by any means and represents your standard duty style striker-fired trigger well. I never had Slide Bite with the 43X but I did need to use 1500 Grit on the beavertail where it rubs on the webbing between the thumb and index finger since it had a texture that worked like sandpaper have shooting quite a few rounds through it. you a link to reset your password. After reading my post, I noticed I mistakenly referred to the S&W M&P having a standard 10 round magazine. Once you get past the terrible trigger pull and quality. Ive yet to run into a single malfunction of any type. Overall Feel. Its admittedly not as impressively small and as competent as the Micro Compact firearms, but its carved its place into the concealed carry world. Dont expect to shove this thing into a sticky holster in your pocket. Its no marksmen pistol, but its more accurate than any concealed carrier will likely require. Maybe if I were a skinny-jeans-wearing metro the 43X wouldnt fit in my front pocket, but, since Im not a skinny-jeans-wearing metro, the 43X is a perfect fit for pocket carry. Having interchangeable parts is a big deal as you gain traction from years of aftermarket market dominance. So take each one of these for exactly what they aremy opinions or experiences. Your Cart is Empty In terms of felt recoil from worst to best G43>G43X>G48>G26>G19 The difference in recoil between the 48 and 43X is noticeable but not as much as the difference between the 43 and 43X. Interesting; I have a 48, .4" longer barrel is only spec difference over the 43X; still see no reason for a 43X over the 48. The big grip made establishing a good, solid grip on the gun possible before I drew. A little Kentucky windage is all it took to fix the problem, but it did make precision shooting more or a gamble. Choosing a Brownells Featured Dealer is the fastest and easiest way to complete your purchase. I didnt have a holster for it to practice any drawing from concealment, but it served well for reload drills and shooting drills within 15 to 20 yards. They expanded the single stack grip to accommodate a ten-round magazine rather than a six-round magazine. You just get paid to praise anything. That doesnt mean you have to mount an optic, but at least you have the option to do so. I can also say the same for all the Taurus, Springfield XDs, S&W M&Ps, 1911s, High Points, and SIGs out there (to name a few). The enhanced design brings all of the reliable functioning of the OEM release, along with a few added extras designed to give you the edge in a fight. FYI, I did not like shooting a G27. I run a TLR7 Sub on my 43x MOS and carry appendix. And before you raise Caine on me, yes I have tried many different models to give them a fair chance. It also comes with a 10-round magazine if you want to have a little more concealability. ", I have some take off triggers I could practice polishing on. You have to remember that the 43 has been around for a long time while the Glock 43X was introduced just a little while ago. The gun never failed, faltered, or gave up on me either. Glock 43x Range Test (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkvHsc8-tAA&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=GunMade), Smith and Wesson M&P Shield Plus Optics Ready, 16.26 Ounces (w/out magazine), 18.55 Ounces (w/ empty magazine). Having that extra bit of grip for me makes a huge difference. I am truly wondering if I'll ever be able to rack that slide on the 26 back all the way as I should do. Not as spongy as OEM? In a world of 9mm concealed carry pistols, does it stack up? Lower capacity than some of its competition. Other than my Vickers Gen 3 gun, every other Glock Ive purchased has had an offset rear sight placement. Youll have to decide which feature is more valuable to you. Throw in the fact it has a limited lifetime warranty; its a really great light for the price. If youve field stripped one Glock youve done them allbut we made a specific 43X one just for you! Longhorn Slide Pull Charging Handle. I can only speak to my experiences and Im a happy customer. Weve built dozens of ARs and well cover all the best AR-15 upgrades such as handguards, triggers, BCGs, gas blocks, and more. (Although I'm nowhere near that stage yet.) The Glock 43X brings Glock to a more modern concealed carry market. (, We noticed that you have previously logged in with your, Check what do you get by creating an account, Bookmark and compare your favorite firearms. Over the next few hundred rounds, I came to a realization. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Designed for comfort, The G43X combines a compact-size grip length, a built-in beaver tail and a subcompact-slim slide for a comfortably balanced, versatile grip thats ideal for a variety of users. Thanks, Gaz. It features a 3 MOA dot with an approximate two-year battery life. The sights are easy to see and track between shots, and scoring accurate hammer pairs made it fairly easy to engage the target rapidly at this range. The 43X is an entirely different horse, to be sure, It actually feels thinner than it is - Glock says it is .87-inches wide - that's very thin. If youre shooting for accuracy the sights can make a huge difference in the amount of concentration it takes to make the shot. No problem carrying an extra mag for the 43, including front pocket, without it printing. This product has an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 stars from 128 ratings. Dot Torture tests a wide variety of skills, including slow fire, one-handed shooting, drawing, reloading, and more. Specifications and it has the best feel for a sub of all of them. Do you know of some good online sites i can check? Not much needed, but DO need it. If you have the opportunity, I would suggest going to shoot a 43x MOS for yourself to help make your decision. Glock introduced the 43X a year after the P365 was introduced, and some would say that it was a direct response to the competition. Its a poor craftsman that blames the tool. I get the longer slide is little long sitting in the car IWB, but I do like the longer sight radius. If youve ever fired a Glock, you know what to expect trigger-wise. More accessory options. The slide locks on these guns are identical and are identically placed. Easy disassembly with our specially designed baseplate. Get a MOS version if you ever plan on using a dot. I love my G43x! The 43x has a match grade Glock Marksman barrel (GMB) Offer includes: Original hard case,cleaning kit,manual, loader,2 original 10 round mags- all original and new. Thats with 1,800+ rounds through the G43x to date and about 2,200 through a G48. Bought both. Its worth way more than that, in my opinion. You cant change the grip of the Glock 43X via interchangeable backstraps, so you get what you get. Well go over all the other features as well, but a lot of those features are similar, if not, identical on these Glocks. You do not pay Why couldnt a concealed carry gun be focused on being comfortable and competent? I have to have the 26 in a death grip, and I don't even have to firmly hold onto the 19's grip. These frames are really not that different the only difference is the Glock 43X is a little bit wider and a lot longer. Its just not a show-stopper. Wont carry an untried weapon, doesnt seem like a very good idea. But, after getting my hands on one, I found the Glock 43X to be a surprisingly awesome little gun. The Glock 43X MOS includes a light rail in front of the gun, as well as allowing you to mount a red dot. OEM Glock 43x/48 Complete Lower Parts Kit 9MM- BRAND NEW! That said, I have not had any issues with the finish on my silver Glock 43X. With a safe-off feature to prevent accidental activation, that battery life can be maximized. Same deal. I have a complete JG trigger for a 43/43X/48. I made sure it had at least several mags through it each time for a total of 150 rounds. By RebFootCav: It could be raining pussy, and I'd go outside and catch a 5 gallon bucket of dicks. 13200 Views 27 Replies 24 Participants Last post by ABeck88, . $49.95 . The Glock 43Xs longer grips make it easier to control and less snappy than most. I love the Glock single-stacks. I appreciate your responses so much, guys. What about accuracy? This is why I cancelled my handgun magazines. The Glock 43X, on the other hand, has very light take-up and then has more of Gen3/Gen4 hybrid trigger pull that veers a lot closer to the 4. Simple allows for near-endless customization. If youre looking for a thin little 9mm thats also fairly easy to shoot and control, then the G43X has your number. With a nearly full-size grip length, short trigger distance, built-in beavertail, and reversible magazine catch the Glock 43X 9mm packs the best of Glock into a deeply concealable, slimline design. The latest iteration of the M&P Shield now features an optics-ready slide, flat face trigger, and a standard 13+1 capacity. I was annoyed the sights were moved slightly to the right, but it didnt affect the guns mechanical accuracy. Youve got plenty of length so your fingers dont hang off. Free shipping for many products! Why? Shooting these two guns are a completely different experience. Does the Glock 4A3X appeal to you? It didnt provide the Glock 19-like size of the Glock 48 and wasnt as small or as efficient as the Sig Sauer P365. By the end, youll have a good idea of whether this is a gun youd like to add to your concealed carry rotation. Extended Mag Release Button Glock 43. So I really appreciate Glocks efforts to produce a true 10 round carry piece. This one was no different. Thanks so much, MtStream. Youll find over 90,000 products from top brands and hard-to-find unique gun parts, firearm accessories, gunsmithing tools, and other products to maintain, repair, and upgrade your guns for work, home, hobby, and protection. The 48 is like my 19s skinnier little brother! Thankfully, the grip is also missing the finger grooves, just like the other Gen5 Glocks weve reviewed lately. You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers. These little GLOCKS in my opinion are just meant for back up pistols, not as a primary weapon which the round count also reflects to be true. The Glock 43X looks weird size-wise, but it actually makes a little sense once you start slinging lead. The texture is identical and its not super aggressive. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more. One new winner* is announced every week! I have several pistols and I like the Glock. This is an opinion piece, but I always aim to eliminate bias. Copyright 1996-2023 AR15.COM LLC. Full size grip with a 4in barrel. For instance, most guns from a High Point to a Koch are more accurate than most shooters. guns & Released in 2019, the Glock 43X is a slim and highly capable handgun. You people who evaluate handguns dont read the forums of real gun users. Just replace the shoe and polish it yourself. We carry high-quality products and back them with the industry's strongest guarantee. Glock just released the Glock 43X MOS (modular optics system). Check out the Tenicor Sagax Lux. Most of what well be talking about will be the ergonomics of the firearm. They want out to buy an aftermarket one round extension for the magazine. Required fields are marked *. The Glock 43X looks proportional and I think its the better-looking gun. Baseball bats and hammers come to mind. Crazy people. The only benefit I can see is the narrower grip being more comfortable in smaller hands. It just seemed weird size, capacity, and all. My other 9MM is a Glock 17 and it never had that issue. We'll send you the latest guides and training tips geared That little extra beavertail does wonders for protecting my mitts from that dreaded slide bite. *Must have a registered ARFCOM account to win. We found the Glock 43X to fulfill all the desired requirements for a top-level conceal carry . There is one overriding reason why Glock would make the decision to manufacture their pistol with a large grip in combination with a single stack magazine limited to 10 rounds. Do you know what I would have said about the Glock 43X before I got my hands on one? Prices for these two guns will be the same unless you get the Glock 43x MOS and therefore the ability to add a red dot optic. My hand never felt beat up, beat down, or tired. Like a Glock, it runs reliably and goes bang with every trigger pull. When I'm through practicing with it, should I store it with the trigger forward, or back all the way (as right after it's dry fired)? I really think if youre looking for a gun that is really small, deal with the 43. Pair your Glock with a reliable, safe and made in America holster by checking out https://bit.ly/3LQ5GYpSubscribe to our channel to keep up to date with all the best new holsters available and more content like this: https://www.youtube.com/c/AliengearholstersFollow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlienGearHolstersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliengearholsters/Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlienGHolsters One all black and the other 2 tone. You are absolutely right on all points, of course. The Glock 43x is surprisingly well-balanced. Aftermarket options are catching up, but a lot of the parts are also interchangeable. More grip equals more comfort and ultimately more control. For somebody with much smaller hands, its still going to be a very natural-feeling gun where the grip does fill the hand. Compatible with Gen 4/5 Glocks. Wow, I didnt realize just how many haters are out there. Due to the reload, I could easily score a faster run with the G43X than the Sig P365 a quarter of a second faster or more on each run. Its a little gun, but its larger than most little guns, ya dig? (?) Id love to put a wider variety of ammo through it, but with things the way they are, its not an easy task to accomplish. Hell I can't find the gun on any other gun sites either. Though not a feature of the gun itself, its always a big bonus to be able to find useful accessories for a new piece. I find it just a little bit easier to get that magazine in there, as well as having that slightly longer grip that sits down a little bit lower. Great review of a great gun. For more information, please see our If size isnt that big of an issue, youll probably be better served with a 43X. At its widest, the gun is 1.10 inches wide, and itll fit right into an IWB or AIWB holster naturally and comfortably. If you buy a product from us and decide to return it, well take it back at any time with very few exceptions. Get the best gun and ammo DEALS that are out there right now! Brand: DeSantis. Enter If you plan to use them long-term, then youll need to replace your polymer magazine release with a metal one to avoid it being chewed up. Its safer. Need an extended mag? However, even with the extended capacity, it's still critical to get your empty or malfunctioning mags clear of the gun when needed, and that's where the Tyrant Designs Extended Magazine Release comes in. You can order it in red or green, auto brightness/always on, or manual brightness/shake n wake. Glocks answer is the MOS (Modular Optic System) line. EZ PZ but takes some patience. Anyone have the same issue? There are some bodytypes where the shorter grip becomes a major advantage. The Glock world criticized Glock for only making a 6 round magazine while Ruger made a 7 round magazine in there LC9s. Privacy Policy. Material: Polymer. 9MM (9X19 PARA) STRIKER FIRED . Both these guns have pretty similar magazine wells, but the magazine itself is much wider on the Glock 43X. The shorter barrel pokes and prods less than most and provides a weapon thats comfortable to carry. Quite possibly the best option for concealed carry with upgraded 15 round capacity mags. Did you lubricate the pistol as shown in your owners manual? Yup I do keep a mostly accurate tally. The above questions have to be answer by every person. Its black on black with nothing fancy. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. MOS stands for Modular Optic System, which isnt exactly an apt description for the slimeline MOS series. Why Glock clings to this idea of cheap plastic sights on combat pistols blows my mind. First time to the range, I shot it the best out of all the pistols I own (G17, G19, G30S). I used to run a 26 and if this had dropped back then I would have jumped the 26 ship. And, when I had the opportunity of shooting a G17, I was able to put 5 rounds the number that was loaded in the magazine inside a 1 circle at 5yards. Youre going to be hard-pressed to find a better set of factory-installed sights. A lot of that is due to just the scale of the gun. Best concealed carry Gun I have carried. The firearms might benefit from adding an extended slide lock, but I think this will work well enough for most people. While I'm asking so many questions, I have one more. In those three ounces, you also get an additional four rounds of ammunition, and thats honestly going to make up the biggest difference in weight. The Glock 43xwas introduced in early 2019 at SHOT and took its predecessor, the Glock 43, to the next level. If you want a short gun, wouldnt you just go with the Glock 43? New pistol. Or fairly priced training mag? Also, does it matter in which position the trigger is set when I practice with the slide? Is it reliable? Maybe you should do a column on the new generation four GLOCKS to go along with this post. Unfortunately, it is not ambidextrous on either gun, which would be a nice feature to see improved. The Glock 43X looks odd and reminds me of that N-frame S&W 8 shot revolver. A series of 4- to 8-inch gongs occupy the rack, making them spin and swing isnt tough to do. Like with any aftermarket part each person needs to put the range time in to prove the product they purchased, never compromise. The simple controls are easy to reach, the grip is thin, and reloads are fast. And stay in touch with newsletters of our best articles on techniques, guns, & gear.
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