IMO The perfect glock was the G43 with a G48 Slide, you can add a +2 extension or use those ETS 9-12rnd mags with a "X-Grip" to make it essentially the same as the G43X. When you want to go full conceal just use the stock mag, when you want to shoot better at the range use the extension.. Cant wait for them to make a G48 threaded barrel and custom slides
G43X is my carry gun.Ruger SR1911 Commander is my home gun.I may swap to G48 when it arrives at my gun dealer.I was neverva big Glock fan until my 43X.
Unbelievable shooting gun. I tried the Hellcat, M&P Sheild, 2.0, P365, and others. This gun is the best feel, lowest kick and the mags are the easiest to load also. My hand fits comfortably and my fingers are not left with nowhere to go. I truly understand the Glock difference this, 43X IS THE ONE!
Just changed to a 43x for EDC. I did add a Hogue grip sleeve that give a lot more comfort when shooting. This firearm exceeds my expectations by leaps and bounds.
FYI, Shield Arms will be releasing a 15rnd FLUSH FIT magazine this summer for $40 that will work with the 43x and 48. This gun will become the perfect marriage of a 19 and a 43.
48, and 43x can swap slides too so you can buy one and just a slide. Imho g48 with the new mags makes a g19 look antiquated considering its lighter, thinner, and has an even longer barrel than g19 by almost a quarter inch
lol its funny you say that, i used to dislike glocks and carried a 1911 but i brought a glock 48 and i carry that around now. felt great on my hand like the 1911.
Went to Cabela's the other day and saw one in their display case and asked to see it. It definitely feels amazing in the hand. Not too big, not too small.
@@imjudeau2156 I am glad u responded to that post, so I could delete it. That was two years ago. I’m a different person now than I was then. Thank you for bringing that to my attention. God bless you.
I know this comment is a year old, but now that ive had my 15 rd mags for a bit of time, i hope you enjoy yours as much as I’m enjoying mine. About 1000 rounds with them and absolutely zero issues.
I just put my first 200 rounds through my g43x. It's my first Glock. I'm in freaking love. After my first 2 mags getting used to it i feel like i could drive nails with it at 15 yards. That's with stock sights. Which i honestly don't find to be that bad. ?... Maybe i just don't know what better sights are but for me it didn't seem to matter. My S15 mags come tomorrow. I can't wait for those. I think it's going to be my EDC for a lot of years. Nice vid! BTW mine has the black factory slide....
I really like my 43x. My biggest gripe is the stupid scalloped trigger. A short range trip left my trigger finger sore. Easy enough to fix with a flat trigger from Johnny Glock for under $30 shipped. Plus, the new trigger allows you to reduce just about all of the take up if you want. For a CCW, I left a little take up in the trigger but not much.
I carry the G48. The nearly 1/4 of an inch difference in width, makes a significant difference when carrying IWB. That, plus being able to get a full grip on it, is excellent. I may still get a 43x at some point though.
Love my G43X, even more now that I just picked up my Shield Arms 15 round mag. My G19 sits in the safe. The G43X is lighter, slimmer and much more comfortable to carry. Great gun!
bobbyfanman17 same exact thing here. Its actually amazing to me that something this much smaller than my g19 can have the same capacity and the exact same function. So far I haven’t had any issue with the stock mag release after about 1000 rounds, but i do have the shield arms aluminum one in the mail. Its also perfect for my girlfriend since she has super small hands and cant grip the g19 as well as she would like. Amazing little gun.
@@T.E.P. I'd contact Shields Arms and see what they say. I know at first I couldn't get 15 rounds in the mag as the spring was so tight so I just loaded it with 13 or 14 rounds. Then I was eventually able to get 15 rounds in there. I don't recall having any issues with jamming or the slide not staying open, sorry. I'd return them if you keep having problems. Good luck.
I got a 48 recently that has the honeycomb stipple job. Swapped slides with my 43. Now the 43X I have feels better in the hand than almost any handgun I have ever handled. And it is more comfortable to shoot than any 9mm that I have shot. More comfortable than CZ Shadow 2, more comfortable than Staccato C2. It is mind bogglingly comfortable.
Living in a Hot State, appendix carrying the 43x MOS has been my go too. Only upgrades done have been new sights, added a magwell & a TLR7 light. Also have PSA Mags for 15 rounds. But I always carry OEM. Train & practice with 10 rounds & always be aware of my surroundings. Awareness should always be your 1st weapon of choice.
Bought my first firearm this year. M&P 9 2.0C. What a lovely gun. And my son's M&P Shield is just about as good. Shot my friend's Glocks. They just don't feel as good. So with many rounds down range and the finalizing of my LTC, it's time for my first EDC. After handling and trigger testing Sig, Springfield, Glock 43x, and the magnificent M&P Shield...I ordered the 43x. It didn't feel as good as the Shield to me, but it felt pretty good. The bigger grip, narrow stature, and larger capacity sold me. Especially knowing that there is an aftermarket 15-round mag that is still flush with the mag well. The bad sights weren't an issue as I ordered night sights anyway. I really didn't think I would ever be a Glock owner. But here I am.
If you need protection from dogs and other critters while out running, carry pepper spray and/or a squirt gun filled with ammonia. That and a little Ruger LCP should pretty much cover every typical scenario while out running.
Here in CT, the 43x makes a very good choice for carry. Rather than being a true sub-compact, it's a compact with the 'wasted space' taken out of it since we're limited to 10-rds in the mag. Hit's a nice sweet spot in terms of smallness and shoot ability. I originally smirked at the idea but after picking one up and handling, I think it's a really good rendition. Just wish they'd make it with a black slide as I hate that color combination.
IMO The perfect glock was the G43 with a G48 Slide, you can add a +2 extension or use those ETS 9-12rnd mags with a "X-Grip" to make it essentially the same as the G43X. When you want to go full conceal just use the stock mag, when you want to shoot better at the range use the extension.. Cant wait for them to make a G48 threaded barrel and custom slides
Admin 2018 That is incorrect. A very common misconception. This author is one of the very very few to actually acknowledge that fact in this video. It is NOT single stack. It’s staggered.
Larry Vickers said it best to me- you probably aren’t going to be looking at your sights when you’re in your first gun fight, but you need them when you practice to develop the muscle memory that will allow you to make hits without consciously aiming. Sucky sights mean sucky practice.
My G43x MOS is everything. It has replaced my G26 for EDC. IMO, the G26 is the king of carry guns. However, the G43X MOS has now moved into that position. The G43x MOS should have been the G26.
Check out Talon grip. It’s definitely a game changer when it comes to a cheap way to making the handle a lot better. It’s a molded grip tape. I’ve got it on my G-19 gen 5. It made it so much more nice to hold and fire as well.
I just bought the G43X today, I'm going to put talon grips on it, ameriglo tritium I-dot sights, streamlight TRL-6 laser/light combo and S15 15rd mags from shieldarms.com for the perfect EDC.
I'm not a runner but when wearing gym shorts I carry a Kel-Tec P-32. At less than 10-ounces loaded with 7 rounds of 32 you can barely feel it in the pocket.
There's a study of 1700+ shootings and the .380 ACP was the division line for all the calibers because all those of smaller caliber weren't nearly as effective and the 380 had success rates basically equal to higher calibers.. Food for thought.
The G-43 with the plus 1 butt plate cures three problems, #1 better grip with room for the pinky but the better reason is the easier draw that but plate provides, if you can't easily pull it out fast every time, what good is it, the other is of course 7 +1 for carry is fine, carry an extra 7 mag and you are at 15 when 2 or 3 rounds is usually plenty for self defense. Keeping the gun lighter and smaller but easier to draw, the G-43 with the +1 butt plate is my favorite carry gun. BTW, more rounds is also more weight and that can diminish the times you carry and that's not good. Don't make your carry gun into something it's not supposed to be. Switch out the sights too.
Bought after holding it in store, shopping for G19. My first Glock purchase has become my go to gun in my continuIng search for the perfect conceal carry. My search is over.
I stick with my G17 (Gen4 Frame- Gen3 Slide/Upper), as the most accurate & reliable glock for me, Accuracy & Reliability are the key factors which minimize innocent victims during stressful defense situation, and with a proper IWB holster that fits my body, it is pretty much concealable for my EDC, just my 2 cents.
My dad walked into his LGS and put his hands on one and REALLY liked it. Then he went home and talked himself out of it and just put some SI EMP +2’s on his G43 mags. It’s not for concealed carry (thanks MD) so he’s ok with 8+1 for range time. But he basically said the extended mag bases had the same affect of making it feel better in hand. I haven’t held a G43X so I’m interested in your thoughts on this T&B. He did take the extra $ and buy ammo so I’m happy with his choice haha.
Damn right! He's doesn't have the arrogance alot of GunTubers have. He's the type of guy you'd see in church and wonder why you can't lead a better life like him.
Damn i changed my mind in this completely. The feel in the hand sold me. I bought one on Saturday it will be my running mate. Yep it is slippery so stippling and maybe a comp are in the future and like u said then it might be the perfect glock.
You’re the only online reviewer to critique the problem I’ve had with Glock stock sights. You can’t see all of the ball when when the tops of the front and rear sights are level with each other. Sad to hear it wasn’t just a G17 Gen 3 problem, and we still have it 2 generations later.
My 43x is at Glock for the second time, because of that silver slide. That silver slide is horrendous, I am mystified that they gave me a brand new (different SN) 43x and pretty much the same thing happened and I sent it back again.
I sent my G48 frame off to 5bgunworx for stippling and I bought two 15 round magazines from Shield Arms and now my G48 is my favorite carry gun of all time. 15+1 in a lightweight ,comfortable package. Love my Glock 48
1 year later. Purchased a 43 with 10 round extension. Couldnt live with my pinking hanging out and the 10 round mag defeated the purpose of the design. Picked up a 43x recently after SA finally released their 15 round mag. Current setup is TFX Pro sights, Talon applied grip, Pryamid trigger and match grade threaded barrel that adds about an inch in length over all. Threw a LaserMax slide spring laser on because I could. The trigger allows for faster smoother pulls. In the end I am shooting 4 inch groups at 10 yards as fast as I can pull the trigger. Granted I am an excellent shot to begin with and this is with top tier ammo ( Gold dot) but this gun shows my weakness and not any on its end. The only down side is with the mags. They didnt have any of the coated in stock and the ones I got do not eject on their own when the clip is empty. The only thing I can think of as to why you might carry something different is if you wanted to carry a different caliber. Otherwise I dont think it gets better than this.
I don't know what it is but I totally agree with this. I've had plenty of medium to full size Glocks but when I saw this in the store it was love at first sight. Then when I held it, the thing was perfect. I bought it for my wife for Christmas and I couldn't put it down so I bought one for myself. I pick it up more often than my Dan Wesson specialist commander. Every time I pick it up I try to see how fast I can field strip it and put it back together. I am addicted to this pistol!
Shield arms (if durable) makes the G19 obsolete for carrying. The 19 is a wonderful pistol. But he should be bumped up to home duties and the 34x for edc now that u can 15 + 1 in it.
Just got my G43X. Like every other Glock I immediately changed the sights for night sights and it is now a great gun. I was carrying the G26 but with an extended mag so I had a pinky finger rest. I think the G43X is about the perfect size for my hands. Fingers fit on the grip. took it to the range today and it shoots great. I plan for it to replace my G26 as a summer carry. Cooler weather when I can wear jeans I will carry G19. My 26 is now a second house gun as I can use the larger mags in it and it is still comfortable to shoot. I am really surprised how much lighter it feels in the holster, I was not expecting so much of a difference compared to the 26.
I think a few of these went out the door with the wrong front or rear sight installed. I know at least two other really good shooters with the same issues I describe, but you’re also not the only one that said the sights co-witness and line up POA/POI.
Yes I plan on getting one of these. I need the grip length with arthritis having a full grip makes all the difference. I carry a shield now and only use the eight round mags. But this pistol should have been out before the 43. Feels way better in the hand than the 43 even with the mag extension. Nice review I believe once you carry this a few times you'll like it better than the nineteen.
If Glocks are so Perfection. Why in the hell do y'all get them stippled, swap the grip module with an 80 lower, change the sights, the barrels and the triggers? By the time you're finished you have a FrankenGlock. Guns like the Shield 2.0, P365 and P365 XL and the Hellcat come out of the box ready to go.
The best feeling gun for me is the sig p365xl by far! I swear God himself made that gun specifically for my hands. Hell screw the holster I'll just carry it with my hands instead.
I own 3 Glock 19's a gen 3,4 and 5, a 19x and a G45, i didn't think the 43X made sense until i held one at the local FFL, i bought it on the spot. It's much thinner and prints less than a G19 and also waaaaay lighter, i use the G43X when i go for walks or for a bike ride, i also use it when i dress up, my regular G43 has been in the safe right next to my G26 ever since i picked up the 43X, i also own a G21 which was the first glock i ever purchased, feels way too bulky now after getting used to the 43X 🤷♂️
I just built a pf9ss.The only thing that I added was a +2 extension for improved grip and a little more capacity.Couldnt be happier with it.The X was just too much like a 19 for me to justify buying one.
Yes, there is something about this gun that made me just dump $1,000 into it to customize it with a holosun 507k, true precision axiom slide, true precision threaded barrel, Apex Trigger, Vickers extended slide stop, S15 mags. I don't know what's gotten into me? It's like this gun is got me hypnotized🤣🤣🤣 excellent video by the way!👍
I'm starting to like the 43x. I carry a 43 with a +2 baseplate, making the handle about the same length as the 19 and 43x, but it only holds 8 rounds. I do like that when I need deeper concealment I can put a flush fitting 6 round mag in it and conceal it better than a 43x or 19 could ever be concealed. The follower in the magazines for the 43 are ridiculously tall. If you sand them down so they're about half their original height, you can fit 7 in the 43 magazines and they still work reliably.
Ya the Sig does have a couple things a glock doesn't such as sights oh and that self destruct mode. Most people I know that like the p365 don't shoot them. Mine made two trips for repair one just before a 1000 rounds and the second with about another 2000 more. It was sold after it's second return.
Shield Arms sells 15 round mags for this gun. I'm going to also order the metal mag release since the mags are steel. You're excitement is legit. I absolutely love this pistol. I ordered mine with night sights and a black slide. I'm not into silver.
I’ve never been a Glock guy. I’ve been carrying a Sig or a 1911 for a while. Recently I tried the 43x and I love it. It feels like I’m not carrying anything and is easy to shoot. The trigger isn’t bad but I might get an aftermarket one at some point. Great gun though, it’s now my EDC.
I ran into a guy, we started talking about guns... He pulled out his glock 43x, and I've felt glock before although nice, never really found one that really said I want it... My hands are big, and finding a lightweight gun that carries easily in 9mm.can be tough... This gun felt perfect... Fantastic design...great trigger. Still has 10 round capacity... I want one now.... 😊
love my G 43x with Shield Arms S15 mag. Sold my G19 and got my 43x the day my 15 round mags was delivered. Now my main carry pistols are the 43 and the 43x! 43x is a true Swiss army knife of a pistol!
Just got the all black 43x but I'm not happy with the plastic sights but I love LOVE the gun.... It conceals very well. Had it for a week now. Not heavy to carry at all.
Ain't noticed a lot of police officers carried a Glock 48 in Black same size as Glock 19 except it shoots only 10 rounds and a magazine one in the chamber where we lightweight it's about an inch longer than the 43x I think it's more balance and your hosted then the other Glock but it's up to you you have to check both of them out but the 48 is really a great gun if you could find them they sell like hotcakes 👍🇦🇹🇺🇸💯
I agree with you about the grip texture being way too mild. I will be putting a Talon grip on mine when they start shipping their new texture one in February. As for sights, I bought one with Glock night sights.
I didn't get the gun at first either - then I came to realize everything that you'd already said + the fact that if you do want an easier to conceal bandgun, I just feel like this does very well in filling that role - while not as small as the 365, it's a little easier to unholster quickly and get a better grip on it. I also replaced the sights w truglow sights & added a light. I actually like the stippling for being comfortable to wear
Recently purchased the G43X and added some Talon grips, and it is now one of my favorite carry guns, rotating it with my original Shield. Both pistols replaced my original carry gun, which was a P2000sk, which I carried for years but found to be a tad on the heavy side. Nice vid...
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IMO The perfect glock was the G43 with a G48 Slide, you can add a +2 extension or use those ETS 9-12rnd mags with a "X-Grip" to make it essentially the same as the G43X. When you want to go full conceal just use the stock mag, when you want to shoot better at the range use the extension..
Cant wait for them to make a G48 threaded barrel and custom slides
Hey 15 round flush mags are coming for 43x
@@jasontipton8430 where did you get that information? How long?
TWANGnBANG Ill buy a 43X when they change the grey color to black.
Since the s15 magazines are a thing now. Will you switch your carry to the g43x with 15 round flush mags
My personal S15 tests were done last weekend, and passed with flying colors. With 15+1, this is my EDC starting 3 days ago.
Were those the Gen 1 mags? I've heard some folks are having issues with the Gen 2
S15 magazine just made this my next purchase
yeah ive been waiting, you know when theyre gunna pop some more out?
Ian Huskisson yup:
shieldarms.com/s15-updates?fbclid=IwAR32SnKFb9HIphcJ5ay1q_K0xB1tHIM4-YblP1rmDibSeyYpFRakjo7NYKo
Pre-ordered 2 about 3 weeks ago. Hoping to get them by summer lol.
The 48 shoots better and has a better sight radius.
Ryan JG that’s cute.
Glock 19x is my home gun
Glock 43x is my carry gun.
Love then both, and I used to hate Glock untill I got these glocks.
I want the 19X so bad. I have a 23 for my home gun and the 43X for my carry gun.
Tanman 787
19x is fantastic
G43X is my carry gun.Ruger SR1911 Commander is my home gun.I may swap to G48 when it arrives at my gun dealer.I was neverva big Glock fan until my 43X.
Dude me too except my home gun Is the glock 45 model same thing though great minds think alike
Jay Mar very nice Bro... they are fantastic handguns 👍👍👍
Unbelievable shooting gun.
I tried the Hellcat, M&P Sheild, 2.0, P365, and others. This gun is the best feel, lowest kick and the mags are the easiest to load also. My hand fits comfortably and my fingers are not left with nowhere to go. I truly understand the Glock difference this, 43X IS THE ONE!
Just changed to a 43x for EDC. I did add a Hogue grip sleeve that give a lot more comfort when shooting. This firearm exceeds my expectations by leaps and bounds.
Same here!
FYI, Shield Arms will be releasing a 15rnd FLUSH FIT magazine this summer for $40 that will work with the 43x and 48. This gun will become the perfect marriage of a 19 and a 43.
48, and 43x can swap slides too so you can buy one and just a slide. Imho g48 with the new mags makes a g19 look antiquated considering its lighter, thinner, and has an even longer barrel than g19 by almost a quarter inch
@@Mr.Autodelete G43 and G43X slides can switch too. Saw a video on it
@@joshhaney9769 yup a g43x is actually just a g48 with a 43 slide
May be compatible but it SA mags don't work. highly unreliable
I love my G43X. It has replaced my G26 for edc. It is second to my G19X in shootability.
Same here. I've carried a G26 since 2003. However, once I held a G43X MOS, and then shot it, it took over as my EDC.
I love the thinness i think 1911 guys will like this model since the thinness profile very nice one
Went from a FS 1911 to this glock. I do not regret it one bit!
lol its funny you say that, i used to dislike glocks and carried a 1911 but i brought a glock 48 and i carry that around now. felt great on my hand like the 1911.
This is my first glock..i love it.. i was always a 1911 user
Went to Cabela's the other day and saw one in their display case and asked to see it. It definitely feels amazing in the hand. Not too big, not too small.
@@a.d.c7941 cringe
@@imjudeau2156 I am glad u responded to that post, so I could delete it. That was two years ago. I’m a different person now than I was then. Thank you for bringing that to my attention. God bless you.
@@a.d.c7941 god bless you too
@@imjudeau2156cringe.
@@reiniergarcia what gen glock 19 do you have?
I agree. I love my 43x. Can't wait for the Shield Arms 15rd metal mag for it to be released.
Shield Arms now has Pre-Order NOW for the 15 round Mag!
I know this comment is a year old, but now that ive had my 15 rd mags for a bit of time, i hope you enjoy yours as much as I’m enjoying mine. About 1000 rounds with them and absolutely zero issues.
I just put my first 200 rounds through my g43x. It's my first Glock. I'm in freaking love. After my first 2 mags getting used to it i feel like i could drive nails with it at 15 yards. That's with stock sights. Which i honestly don't find to be that bad. ?... Maybe i just don't know what better sights are but for me it didn't seem to matter. My S15 mags come tomorrow. I can't wait for those. I think it's going to be my EDC for a lot of years.
Nice vid! BTW mine has the black factory slide....
Got mine today, you are absolutely right about picking it up, hell I had to go as far as shooting it but then fell in love.
I really like my 43x. My biggest gripe is the stupid scalloped trigger. A short range trip left my trigger finger sore. Easy enough to fix with a flat trigger from Johnny Glock for under $30 shipped. Plus, the new trigger allows you to reduce just about all of the take up if you want. For a CCW, I left a little take up in the trigger but not much.
Just picked one up. Absolutely fell in love with it as soon as I held it. Perfect carry pistol IMO.
recoil816 and with the shield arms 15 rd mags it actually amazes me that something this small can have the same capacity as my g19.
I carry the G48. The nearly 1/4 of an inch difference in width, makes a significant difference when carrying IWB. That, plus being able to get a full grip on it, is excellent. I may still get a 43x at some point though.
All you need is a 43x slide. The frame is the exact same. The gun is the exact same. Swap slides and carry whichever you want.
Love my G43X, even more now that I just picked up my Shield Arms 15 round mag. My G19 sits in the safe. The G43X is lighter, slimmer and much more comfortable to carry. Great gun!
bobbyfanman17 same exact thing here. Its actually amazing to me that something this much smaller than my g19 can have the same capacity and the exact same function. So far I haven’t had any issue with the stock mag release after about 1000 rounds, but i do have the shield arms aluminum one in the mail. Its also perfect for my girlfriend since she has super small hands and cant grip the g19 as well as she would like. Amazing little gun.
my Shield Arms mags are jamming and slide won't stay open when using them on my G43x ... any suggestions?
@@T.E.P. I'd contact Shields Arms and see what they say. I know at first I couldn't get 15 rounds in the mag as the spring was so tight so I just loaded it with 13 or 14 rounds. Then I was eventually able to get 15 rounds in there. I don't recall having any issues with jamming or the slide not staying open, sorry. I'd return them if you keep having problems. Good luck.
@@bobbyfanman1734 thank you!
@@T.E.P. Hi, did you manage to fix this issue?
I got a 48 recently that has the honeycomb stipple job. Swapped slides with my 43. Now the 43X I have feels better in the hand than almost any handgun I have ever handled. And it is more comfortable to shoot than any 9mm that I have shot. More comfortable than CZ Shadow 2, more comfortable than Staccato C2. It is mind bogglingly comfortable.
Living in a Hot State, appendix carrying the 43x MOS has been my go too. Only upgrades done have been new sights, added a magwell & a TLR7 light. Also have PSA Mags for 15 rounds. But I always carry OEM. Train & practice with 10 rounds & always be aware of my surroundings. Awareness should always be your 1st weapon of choice.
Bought my first firearm this year. M&P 9 2.0C. What a lovely gun. And my son's M&P Shield is just about as good. Shot my friend's Glocks. They just don't feel as good. So with many rounds down range and the finalizing of my LTC, it's time for my first EDC. After handling and trigger testing Sig, Springfield, Glock 43x, and the magnificent M&P Shield...I ordered the 43x. It didn't feel as good as the Shield to me, but it felt pretty good. The bigger grip, narrow stature, and larger capacity sold me. Especially knowing that there is an aftermarket 15-round mag that is still flush with the mag well. The bad sights weren't an issue as I ordered night sights anyway. I really didn't think I would ever be a Glock owner. But here I am.
I've had mine for about a year. I couldn't be happier. I personally prefer it's grip texture over my gen 4 or gen 5 glocks.
If you need protection from dogs and other critters while out running, carry pepper spray and/or a squirt gun filled with ammonia. That and a little Ruger LCP should pretty much cover every typical scenario while out running.
Here in CT, the 43x makes a very good choice for carry. Rather than being a true sub-compact, it's a compact with the 'wasted space' taken out of it since we're limited to 10-rds in the mag. Hit's a nice sweet spot in terms of smallness and shoot ability. I originally smirked at the idea but after picking one up and handling, I think it's a really good rendition. Just wish they'd make it with a black slide as I hate that color combination.
IMO The perfect glock was the G43 with a G48 Slide, you can add a +2 extension or use those ETS 9-12rnd mags with a "X-Grip" to make it essentially the same as the G43X. When you want to go full conceal just use the stock mag, when you want to shoot better at the range use the extension..
Cant wait for them to make a G48 threaded barrel and custom slides
Got mine in black on glockstore months ago
It’s a Kahr CW9 with a Glock trigger. I love them both.
williamcass68
Kahr was the first Glock copy. So really it’s just a Glock.
Not even close. The Kahr is single stack, the 43X is not.
Banshee365
The 43x is a single stack.
Admin 2018 That is incorrect. A very common misconception. This author is one of the very very few to actually acknowledge that fact in this video. It is NOT single stack. It’s staggered.
Banshee365
Got it. Thanks! I didn’t even pay attention and even hear it in the video. I agree with that. Lol
the sights really are that bad
As I’m sure you remember, they’re so bad that I didn’t even believe it at first. I texted you about them as a sanity check. 😬
@@TWANGnBANG Are sites really important on a carry gun? Aren't the bad guys usually really close when it comes down to it.
Larry Vickers said it best to me- you probably aren’t going to be looking at your sights when you’re in your first gun fight, but you need them when you practice to develop the muscle memory that will allow you to make hits without consciously aiming. Sucky sights mean sucky practice.
POTTSTOWN PC Every situation is different......
I put TruGlo sights on mine 5 minutes after buying it, then Talon Sand Grip Tape and a Guide Rod Laser! Ordering x2 Shield Arms 15 round Mags!
I carry a Glock 26 Gen 4 with plus 2 mag extension and I will never look back. 12 plus 1 of pure love.
My G43x MOS is everything. It has replaced my G26 for EDC. IMO, the G26 is the king of carry guns. However, the G43X MOS has now moved into that position. The G43x MOS should have been the G26.
Check out Talon grip. It’s definitely a game changer when it comes to a cheap way to making the handle a lot better. It’s a molded grip tape. I’ve got it on my G-19 gen 5. It made it so much more nice to hold and fire as well.
Have a talon trip on every handgun I own. Great for shooters with sweatier hands,
I have two Shield Arms mags. 15 rounds and no added length. Makes a great EDC! Grip is fixed with Talon Grips. Ameri Glo sights as well
I just bought the G43X today, I'm going to put talon grips on it, ameriglo tritium I-dot sights, streamlight TRL-6 laser/light combo and S15 15rd mags from shieldarms.com for the perfect EDC.
I'm not a runner but when wearing gym shorts I carry a Kel-Tec P-32. At less than 10-ounces loaded with 7 rounds of 32 you can barely feel it in the pocket.
There's a study of 1700+ shootings and the .380 ACP was the division line for all the calibers because all those of smaller caliber weren't nearly as effective and the 380 had success rates basically equal to higher calibers.. Food for thought.
Held my buddies a month or so ago and knew I had to get one. Just picked it up today 😎 My current EDC is a G19
It's the best for concealed carry but I wouldn't prefer it over something larger for an open carry scenario.
Dont know about the best, the 26 is smaller and pop a 32 rd boom stick in...
You made some great points! Thanks :)
The G-43 with the plus 1 butt plate cures three problems, #1 better grip with room for the pinky but the better reason is the easier draw that but plate provides, if you can't easily pull it out fast every time, what good is it, the other is of course 7 +1 for carry is fine, carry an extra 7 mag and you are at 15 when 2 or 3 rounds is usually plenty for self defense. Keeping the gun lighter and smaller but easier to draw, the G-43 with the +1 butt plate is my favorite carry gun. BTW, more rounds is also more weight and that can diminish the times you carry and that's not good. Don't make your carry gun into something it's not supposed to be. Switch out the sights too.
43x is my go to. 42 for that ultra light summer carry.
You no longer have to give up 5 rounds. TFB gave a great review to a 15 round mag for this pistol. Imho v2 of the G43x should have a rail
Bought after holding it in store, shopping for G19. My first Glock purchase has become my go to gun in my continuIng search for the perfect conceal carry. My search is over.
I stick with my G17 (Gen4 Frame- Gen3 Slide/Upper), as the most accurate & reliable glock for me, Accuracy & Reliability are the key factors which minimize innocent victims during stressful defense situation, and with a proper IWB holster that fits my body, it is pretty much concealable for my EDC, just my 2 cents.
I put Ameriglo sights on my 43x
You can buy a glock 43x with metal night sights from the factory that’s what I did
Buy all mine that way!
10 is plenty for concealed carry. So many people get caught up on the capacity.
My dad walked into his LGS and put his hands on one and REALLY liked it. Then he went home and talked himself out of it and just put some SI EMP +2’s on his G43 mags. It’s not for concealed carry (thanks MD) so he’s ok with 8+1 for range time. But he basically said the extended mag bases had the same affect of making it feel better in hand. I haven’t held a G43X so I’m interested in your thoughts on this T&B. He did take the extra $ and buy ammo so I’m happy with his choice haha.
You right! I didn’t “GET” this pistol till I put one in my hand at a local dealer.... then is was 💰💰💰
Cameron, You're the best GunTuber every made :)
I want my videos to look like yours when I grow up.
Damn right! He's doesn't have the arrogance alot of GunTubers have. He's the type of guy you'd see in church and wonder why you can't lead a better life like him.
Never heard or Lunkers TV or Demo Ranch? Haha
Damn i changed my mind in this completely. The feel in the hand sold me. I bought one on Saturday it will be my running mate. Yep it is slippery so stippling and maybe a comp are in the future and like u said then it might be the perfect glock.
Wilson Combat redid the grip on mine, and it's so much better.
I totally know what you mean on glock sights.
You’re the only online reviewer to critique the problem I’ve had with Glock stock sights. You can’t see all of the ball when when the tops of the front and rear sights are level with each other. Sad to hear it wasn’t just a G17 Gen 3 problem, and we still have it 2 generations later.
It was fixed for the Gen 5 G19, but here we are again with the G43X. So stupid it makes my blood pressure climb just typing this out.
I actually really like the Gen 5 triggers real crisp break and short reset.
Agreed
My 43x is at Glock for the second time, because of that silver slide. That silver slide is horrendous, I am mystified that they gave me a brand new (different SN) 43x and pretty much the same thing happened and I sent it back again.
I was on the fence about the 43X and 48 at first, but have since grown to really like them. Great review!
KSGunGuy hi there. I think I know you from somewhere. Get to feeling well ks
HURT 1 Good to see you Hurt! Thanks brother.
I sent my G48 frame off to 5bgunworx for stippling and I bought two 15 round magazines from Shield Arms and now my G48 is my favorite carry gun of all time. 15+1 in a lightweight ,comfortable package. Love my Glock 48
55 yr. old female. Absolutely love my G43x. Fits my hand like nothing else ever.
You are absolutely right on the printing. To many people worrying about it.
I have many pistols and my favorite in all aspects is my old G 36, it's been my sidekick since they released it.
I was a good 15 years old watching twang and bang arrowhead reviews, I’m now a 23 year old gun owner now watching him review guns ❤️
1 year later. Purchased a 43 with 10 round extension. Couldnt live with my pinking hanging out and the 10 round mag defeated the purpose of the design. Picked up a 43x recently after SA finally released their 15 round mag. Current setup is TFX Pro sights, Talon applied grip, Pryamid trigger and match grade threaded barrel that adds about an inch in length over all. Threw a LaserMax slide spring laser on because I could. The trigger allows for faster smoother pulls. In the end I am shooting 4 inch groups at 10 yards as fast as I can pull the trigger. Granted I am an excellent shot to begin with and this is with top tier ammo ( Gold dot) but this gun shows my weakness and not any on its end. The only down side is with the mags. They didnt have any of the coated in stock and the ones I got do not eject on their own when the clip is empty. The only thing I can think of as to why you might carry something different is if you wanted to carry a different caliber. Otherwise I dont think it gets better than this.
I don't know what it is but I totally agree with this. I've had plenty of medium to full size Glocks but when I saw this in the store it was love at first sight. Then when I held it, the thing was perfect. I bought it for my wife for Christmas and I couldn't put it down so I bought one for myself. I pick it up more often than my Dan Wesson specialist commander. Every time I pick it up I try to see how fast I can field strip it and put it back together. I am addicted to this pistol!
Shield arms (if durable) makes the G19 obsolete for carrying. The 19 is a wonderful pistol. But he should be bumped up to home duties and the 34x for edc now that u can 15 + 1 in it.
It's a sweet gun for sure love my 43x s15s can't beat it for the bargain your getting glock reliability and accuracy world class best of the best.
I bought this blindly few months ago.... best gun ever!!!!
I was looking at a Sig 365 and the day I was going to purchase it , from a local gun shop, he showed me a 43x. Wow it fit perfectly in my hand.
Just got my G43X. Like every other Glock I immediately changed the sights for night sights and it is now a great gun. I was carrying the G26 but with an extended mag so I had a pinky finger rest. I think the G43X is about the perfect size for my hands. Fingers fit on the grip. took it to the range today and it shoots great. I plan for it to replace my G26 as a summer carry. Cooler weather when I can wear jeans I will carry G19. My 26 is now a second house gun as I can use the larger mags in it and it is still comfortable to shoot. I am really surprised how much lighter it feels in the holster, I was not expecting so much of a difference compared to the 26.
I just bought one of these. Sights are perfectly fine.
I think a few of these went out the door with the wrong front or rear sight installed. I know at least two other really good shooters with the same issues I describe, but you’re also not the only one that said the sights co-witness and line up POA/POI.
I’m extremely pleased with mine
Yes I plan on getting one of these. I need the grip length with arthritis having a full grip makes all the difference. I carry a shield now and only use the eight round mags. But this pistol should have been out before the 43. Feels way better in the hand than the 43 even with the mag extension. Nice review I believe once you carry this a few times you'll like it better than the nineteen.
Same: G19 gen5 = EDC, I now own a 43x. Love this thing. Holster arrives Monday. I wear a belly band on my bike. Kydex for everything else.
If Glocks are so Perfection. Why in the hell do y'all get them stippled, swap the grip module with an 80 lower, change the sights, the barrels and the triggers? By the time you're finished you have a FrankenGlock. Guns like the Shield 2.0, P365 and P365 XL and the Hellcat come out of the box ready to go.
The smooth grips make it easier to apply talon grips and others like it
The best feeling gun for me is the sig p365xl by far! I swear God himself made that gun specifically for my hands. Hell screw the holster I'll just carry it with my hands instead.
Just got a 43x burnt bronze and ordered some s15 mags. Can’t wait to get the mags in.
Love my g43/ G42 as well. What I need from Glock is a 10oz 32acp!
Jeff Simantel the bullets are just to expensive... have you priced 32 lately?
I miss your content brother . I pray you and the family are doing great.
I needed to hold it in my hand first as well and after I did I bought one on the spot :)
Joe DeSalvo me too. 800 rounds later and I like it more than ever.
I agree, I just felt one in my hand on Christmas.... This glock felt perfect... Got to get one now.
Did the same thing here.
I'm no Glock guy, but I held the 43x in the hand the other day out of curiosity and bought it on the spot
You live in a beautiful place. I just saw this video and I don't know where you live but I like it.
G43x MOS is a far better pistol. Black on black, 10+1, light rail with optics, smooth as Tennessee Whiskey - I love mine.
I own 3 Glock 19's a gen 3,4 and 5, a 19x and a G45, i didn't think the 43X made sense until i held one at the local FFL, i bought it on the spot. It's much thinner and prints less than a G19 and also waaaaay lighter, i use the G43X when i go for walks or for a bike ride, i also use it when i dress up, my regular G43 has been in the safe right next to my G26 ever since i picked up the 43X, i also own a G21 which was the first glock i ever purchased, feels way too bulky now after getting used to the 43X 🤷♂️
I just built a pf9ss.The only thing that I added was a +2 extension for improved grip and a little more capacity.Couldnt be happier with it.The X was just too much like a 19 for me to justify buying one.
Yes, there is something about this gun that made me just dump $1,000 into it to customize it with a holosun 507k, true precision axiom slide, true precision threaded barrel, Apex Trigger, Vickers extended slide stop, S15 mags. I don't know what's gotten into me? It's like this gun is got me hypnotized🤣🤣🤣 excellent video by the way!👍
I'm starting to like the 43x. I carry a 43 with a +2 baseplate, making the handle about the same length as the 19 and 43x, but it only holds 8 rounds. I do like that when I need deeper concealment I can put a flush fitting 6 round mag in it and conceal it better than a 43x or 19 could ever be concealed. The follower in the magazines for the 43 are ridiculously tall. If you sand them down so they're about half their original height, you can fit 7 in the 43 magazines and they still work reliably.
I prefer my 365. Everything I’d change on the glock comes stock on a 365
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365 is JUNK sorry but it's not just a personal opinion.
Ya the Sig does have a couple things a glock doesn't such as sights oh and that self destruct mode. Most people I know that like the p365 don't shoot them. Mine made two trips for repair one just before a 1000 rounds and the second with about another 2000 more. It was sold after it's second return.
I like the 365 too. I shoot the 43x better though.
“Everything I’d change on the Glock comes stock on a 365” including reliability issues.
FYI Kahr CM9 or CW9 make great pistol for jogging. super lightweight.
We live in an age where most of us need to carry guns on a 5 minute jog.
Shield Arms sells 15 round mags for this gun. I'm going to also order the metal mag release since the mags are steel. You're excitement is legit. I absolutely love this pistol. I ordered mine with night sights and a black slide. I'm not into silver.
I love this gun. I carry it everyday. Ten rounds and a spare mag and you're fine. Single stack. Nice and slim.
You need the Shield 15 round mags....love mine.
I’ve never been a Glock guy. I’ve been carrying a Sig or a 1911 for a while. Recently I tried the 43x and I love it. It feels like I’m not carrying anything and is easy to shoot. The trigger isn’t bad but I might get an aftermarket one at some point. Great gun though, it’s now my EDC.
Glock Tards Rule! Another Brother comes to the DarkSide. LOL!!!
This is the only gun guy i watch on yt.
I ran into a guy, we started talking about guns... He pulled out his glock 43x, and I've felt glock before although nice, never really found one that really said I want it... My hands are big, and finding a lightweight gun that carries easily in 9mm.can be tough... This gun felt perfect... Fantastic design...great trigger. Still has 10 round capacity... I want one now.... 😊
love my G 43x with Shield Arms S15 mag. Sold my G19 and got my 43x the day my 15 round mags was delivered. Now my main carry pistols are the 43 and the 43x! 43x is a true Swiss army knife of a pistol!
Just got the all black 43x but I'm not happy with the plastic sights but I love LOVE the gun.... It conceals very well. Had it for a week now. Not heavy to carry at all.
Best 43x review ive seen. And I'm pretty sure ive seen them all! 😆
Thanks so much!
Finally, someone addressing the awful sites. I thought I was a decent shoot until I picked up the G 43x. Time to look for aftermarket sites
Ain't noticed a lot of police officers carried a Glock 48 in Black same size as Glock 19 except it shoots only 10 rounds and a magazine one in the chamber where we lightweight it's about an inch longer than the 43x I think it's more balance and your hosted then the other Glock but it's up to you you have to check both of them out but the 48 is really a great gun if you could find them they sell like hotcakes
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I agree with you about the grip texture being way too mild. I will be putting a Talon grip on mine when they start shipping their new texture one in February. As for sights, I bought one with Glock night sights.
G17 is still my favorite.
I didn't get the gun at first either - then I came to realize everything that you'd already said + the fact that if you do want an easier to conceal bandgun, I just feel like this does very well in filling that role - while not as small as the 365, it's a little easier to unholster quickly and get a better grip on it.
I also replaced the sights w truglow sights & added a light.
I actually like the stippling for being comfortable to wear
On these small pistols I like an I-Dot sight combo.
Capacity is not an issue in states like New York since anything greater than 10 round capacity is a crime in some states.
Recently purchased the G43X and added some Talon grips, and it is now one of my favorite carry guns, rotating it with my original Shield. Both pistols replaced my original carry gun, which was a P2000sk, which I carried for years but found to be a tad on the heavy side. Nice vid...
Glock 43 with 6+1 in a belly band is lightweight for running. The 43X with 10+1 will be a bit bigger and heavier.
for runners... the barest minimum to carry … a pocket rocket north American arms mini revolver in 22 mag. this gives NO excuse to go naked again.