I’ve carried the sheild plus and G43x for years and I can wholeheartedly agree with this video. There are times where both of those guns are just too big and heavy to conceal. And I hate having to dress around the gun when I just want to be able to carry it wearing sweat shorts, and a T-shirt. If you have a Glock 43X, then do yourself a favor and get a Glock 43 lower. It will serve as an excellent carry system. Moral of the story, sometimes newer isn’t always better, and sometimes old tried, and true stuff is best.

@HalfCrazy520

9 ай бұрын

People who advocate for the 9mm caliber for carry point to capacity being the main reason to carry 9mm... but you catch them out and what they're carrying is a G-43... 7 rounds... Hell, my Sig P-320C in .45 ACP holds 10 rounds, and that's my daily carry. I don't waste my time with micro-pistols, and I don't dress around the gun, but if you see me outside the house in sweat shorts or 'joggers', you have my permission to shoot me...

The 43 may be obsolete to some, but there some of us that have been carrying it for years and love the simplicity and ease of carrying this little pistol. Remember it is better to spend money on a pistol you will carry, than one that will stay in your night stand or drawer.

@larryl603

Ай бұрын

so so true

43 has been the easiest 9mm to carry in my life. Sure 6+1, but at least I have it on me. When I watch these other guys (garand thumb, Lucas, etc)…they all live where it’s generally colder and flannel is just fine most of the year. I can’t do that in FL. I tried a 19 down here, ain’t no fuggin way….

@truthseeker1581

4 ай бұрын

Florida carry is different from everywhere else.

@bertos8665

4 ай бұрын

@@truthseeker1581same I’m in South Texas. G19 was to heavy and big in the heat. Now I have a .380 365

@TheCoppergoat

3 ай бұрын

Same here I live in Hawaii and use surf shorts and tank tops most of the time and the G43 is small and with least rounds in the mag it is light. What matters to me is shot placement and tactical reloading if needed

@Southernguitar74

Ай бұрын

@@truthseeker1581 South Georgia here. I frequent Florida often. I agree carry is different in Florida, even more so than south Ga. I still carry a G43 in both places. It’s gonna be 100 degrees here this weekend. I’m not carrying a combat load out in this heat. No friggin way.

@jlinka79

26 күн бұрын

Sig p365.

I live in Florida so my everyday life is a t-shirt. My G43 pretty much disappears under a t-shirt. Mine has night sights and a Pierce Grip plus one. It’s a perfect warm weather carry gun.

@brandonlee4089

5 ай бұрын

Do you have rust issues due to all the sweat and humidity?

The 43 was the only Glock that ever sang to me, but it was a magnum opus.

Very good video. I agree with you on the Gock 43. I still wear mine often. It’s just so small and dependable in a solid caliber.

I picked up 42 as a BUG to my Shield + a few months ago. It was my first Glock and I like it so much that I just picked up the 43. Both have mag guts + 1. I’ve never been a Glock fan boy, but then again I’m not a fan boy of any brand. I buy what works for me and these two fill the niche I was looking for. Thanks for review.

Perfect EDC and when I incorporated an extended mag wich is now 8 + 1 wich awesome and gives me that extra grip length

I gave up my CZ PCR the day I shot a Glock 26, which I enjoy shooting and carrying. Now I’m going to pick up a G43 for when the G26 is too thick and heavy (in Texas summers, in particular). This is a great video to help me sort through my thoughts. I appreciate the content and analysis.

I love my 43. When I bought it there wasn’t a 43x or sig 365 at the time. Taren tactical plus 1 mag extension and had a gunsmith do the trigger undercut. Between those two things I have a full grip. Also have a a plus 2 as a spare. Thinking of getting a appendix rig to carry the two. 7+1 and a 8 round spare is plenty

I need to were my t shirt tucked in with a belt and shorts. I can slide the 43 in front pocket with a sticky holster. With the shield arms extended 3rounds gives me 10. Plus another 9 in my left pocket. Perfect set up year around. In winter all I do is put it on my strong side and carry 2 9 rounders on my belt. Same weapon all the time. Great video ps I love my 1911. Just won’t fit in my pocket. lol. If you DONT carry all the time 24-7. One day you will get caught with your pants down.

The 43 with the sheild arms 9 round mags is my fav carry gun so thin with 10 rounds

@PoisonSpyder038

Ай бұрын

Z9 mags have spring issues tho I have 3 and all three don’t lock back after the last round and shield has sent me 2 sets of replacement springs

I put away the 43 after 43 X until 6 months ago I started hiking regularly and the 43 with flush magazine is my CCW for its basically a thin 26 thats my usual carry.

@reggieross4125

5 ай бұрын

I wish they would have just made a thin 26 with at least 10 rnd capacity

@jlinka79

26 күн бұрын

@@reggieross4125 sig p365 is literally that.

Good video and nice set up the 43 fits a certain niche just like a J-frame.

@Southernguitar74

Ай бұрын

That’s why I own both. Excellent little blasters, both of them.

I kind of miss my 43x I traded off. Recently picked up a 43 for shits and giggles and really like it. I'll still appendix carry my 19 daily but the 43 has it's place. I keep it in my go bag and thinking about finding an ankle holster for it.

the 43 with a extended mag + 2 will be the hot ticket for this lil beauty" of a self defense hand gun. you just have to practice more" : ) thanx 4 sharing...

I just went back to a glock 43 started with it the day it came out have the 43x and 48 now im back to the 43 and 42 I have been thru the whole fire arms world of carry guns been a ccw permit holder for almost 50 years now weight and thickness rules and im no longer running into a fight because its my job im only worried about me and my wife let all the keyboard youtube ninjas out there save the world its all anyone could ever need on the street as a ccw gun with a extra mag great vid keep doing what your doing

@ArmadilloArmament

Ай бұрын

Couldn’t agree more. I like carrying larger more capable guns sometimes but the profile of the 43 is so easy and comfortable to conceal that if I’m feeling lazy or just going for a quick trip I can throw it in my pants and know I still have a fairly capable and shootable gun.

43x with 15rd mag perfect carry option love mine

I edc my 43 my favorite concealed carry

Still love my 43, its my favorite carry gun. I'm thinking about a new 43x. The 43 when i really ned a small package.

Im gonna go with the mos 43x for the optic cut and the rail. ❤

Magguts is the size of the 1st plus 1 but you get 8rds, mine has ran flawless

I typically carry the 43 with an extension (8+1) but I have to carry on my ankle sometime which I switch mags to go to (7+1) so I don't print. The 43X would print so bad on my ankle.

I have been carrying a 43 for about 5 years now. Also have a 43x that I sometimes carry, but usually I just put the 43x slide on my 43 and run that. (Tapered front end and front slide serrations). I have tried MANY different mag extensions on the 43. If you want super compact, go with the Taran Tactical +1. If you want to just get your pinky on, get the Pearce +1 (also lighter than the TT +1). Now what really shines for me is the TT +2. Amazing as it gives just the right amount of grip length that I want and adds some weight to the mag/bottom of gun to help balance it out. That mag with a TLR-6 light really makes the gun feel nicely balanced. As far as backup mag with more capacity I like the Fab Defense +4, looks really cool too. I did have a Shield Plus awhile ago, and yea, a few more rounds but I like the G43 more for many reasons. Versatility, feel, and aftermarket support being the main ones. Also, when you want to go really light the 43 with just a Pearce +1 does the trick, barely notice the gun at all.

@ArmadilloArmament

5 ай бұрын

Yes to everything. A G43 in a minimal holster is the most comfortable carrying solution ive ever tried. Still pretty shootable but absolutely disappears. Im actually mainly moving to the 2011 platform but still holding onto a 43 for how great a tiny gun setup it is.

@joebauers3746

5 ай бұрын

Oh, also forgot to mention that using Talon Grips (3 different textures to choose from) is a good idea too as it adds a little more thickness to the very skinny grip. Glock makes a great OEM super lightweight plastic mag pouch that can be cut for many different belt sizes, works great. I changed no internals on mine, only added Ameriglo sights, TLR-6, Talon Grips and various mag extensions. Hyve extensions are cool but they are bulkier than the Taran Tactical ones. I have +2's of each, the TT is the winner for me.

I’m still a big fan of the 43, in fact I greatly prefer it over a 43x. In my mind if you want the extra size and capacity of the 43x there is just no reason not to go with a 48 instead, which is what I most often carry. Theres just no downside to the longer slide and barrel. Makes it softer shooting, easier to conceal, and more accurate (at least without an optic). Not to mention the benefit of extra velocity. But on those days I want something a little smaller, I think the 43 is a phenomenal little gun for the job. And you can still get some decent capacity with aftermarket magazines or springs.

@ArmadilloArmament

3 ай бұрын

Absolutely agreed!

I just bought my first pistol and decided on the 43, I'm a pretty slender guy and can conceal it very easy, but I really wish I got the 43x because I've had to get the mag guts +2 kit to get the grip to be longer to fit my hand

@ArmadilloArmament

10 ай бұрын

The 43 and 43x are both great. Remember, you can increase the size of the 43 but you cant decrease the size of the 43x. I think you made a great choice.

@harvyt257

6 ай бұрын

I just got a 43, too. I wanted concealability and reliability over everything else. I'm thinking about getting a mag extension but I'm fine with 6 +1. I didn't want to be that guy that starts leaving it in the car after a month, and home after 3.

@dylanfrost191

6 ай бұрын

@@harvyt257 that's why I bought a 19x so my 43 can stay home lol

@chadcrader7542

3 ай бұрын

My wife got the 43, I got the 43X. I prefer the 43X, fits my hand better. Both are great, no problems with either one

Im looking too buy this exact gun w the tlr6. Ive been carrying either my m17 or tp9da and I’m wanting a smaller gun for edc.

@ArmadilloArmament

10 ай бұрын

Its a great choice. Feel free to ask any questions.

As a huge glock guy i still cant say enough good things about my mp shield 40. I love the 40cal. But my 17 with red dot and light is my edc when i dont have the shield.

What company did you get to mill your slide on the 43x? Bought an RMR HD and can’t choose a mounting solution.

@ArmadilloArmament

4 ай бұрын

I used Wager Machine Works but that RMR HD may be too big. 43x dots are usually rmr cc and micro holosun sights.

Correction: The Glock 43 is not bigger than a shield but it IS about as big as many other guns with higher capacity like the p365 and some shield models. What the glock has is much better shootability.

@aaronwilcox6417

3 ай бұрын

Why is the 43 more shootable than an standard Shield?

@ArmadilloArmament

3 ай бұрын

@@aaronwilcox6417 Couldn't really tell you. You just have to shoot it to understand. Its a much better shooter experience than many other similar size firearms.

@Southernguitar74

Ай бұрын

I have to agree. The G43 is a great shooting pistol.

I agree with all your points. I still don’t see the point in the red dot on a defensive handgun. But whatever… to each they’re own. But the 43 is a great ccw firearm with the options for reliable extended mag components. It’s thin, it’s light, it’s accurate. It fires everytime. What’s not to like?

@jlinka79

19 күн бұрын

Amen. I’m surgical with irons, no need at all for a dot on a defensive handgun, especially for civilians.

How many rounds roughy with the PMM? Any hang ups with any types off ammo or misc.?

@ArmadilloArmament

7 ай бұрын

Pmm with the 43x probably about 1k. Not much through the 43 with pmm but I remember it was flawless.

Magguts offer a +1 base plate which is about the size as the Tarant Tactical +1 one and another spring and +1 follower. With this you have a 8 +1 without makeing the pistol bigger.

@ArmadilloArmament

5 ай бұрын

Ive heard great things about magguts. Better than offers like shield arms. I dont use the 43 too much but if it were my main CC I would definitely pick some up.

The 43 is smaller than the shield. The 43x with 15rd mag is actually smaller than the shield plus with 13rd mag.

@John_439

3 күн бұрын

When it comes to grip height (for printing issues) the barrel on 43x is longer*

I love that brown slide. How do I get that done?

@ArmadilloArmament

9 ай бұрын

Wager Machine Works

You can install the proven magguts +1 kit into your oem Glock 43 magazine and it’ll hold 7 flush with one in the chamber you got 8 total two more than full size revolvers and 3 rounds more than all pocket snub revolvers

@ArmadilloArmament

8 ай бұрын

Yep, I haven’t touched magguts but I’ve heard they’re great. I am weary of using non oem though as you’ll see in some of my experiences/videos.

I conceal carry my 43 with a +1 mag in the gun (8 rounds total) with an extra mag on my belt with a +3 extension (9 round capacity)

I think it would have been cool if the G43 could take the G43x magazines, like the G26 can take the G19 magazines. I typically carry a G26, I’ve never shot the G43 but I’m definitely interested. Thanks for the video!

@truthseeker1581

4 ай бұрын

Facts but no one would buy the 43x and I love the 43x.

@jlinka79

19 күн бұрын

Mag comparability would make too much sense for Glocks. That is why the Sig p365 platform has taken over the market and is destroying Glock sales….Sig made all those mags cross compatible.

Don’t forget they also make an X-grip for the ETS 9 rd Glock 43 mag which looks real nice! YOU REALLY WANT, ETS MAGS accept most mag extensions too! ALSO SHIELD MAGS finally released their Z9 +1 base plate and have +3 in the works!

@jlinka79

19 күн бұрын

X grip and ETS 9 is basically a 43x for WAY less money and just one less round. I LOVE that combo, I used to carry that setup forever.

Dope! Where the heck did you snag a 43 frame for $80. Subbed. Thanks

@ArmadilloArmament

2 ай бұрын

I see some pretty crazy deals on it on Reddit r/gundeals. Otherwise I see around 120 bucks. Still a great and cheap upgrade.

With the shield mag and hogue grip, the 43 was fantastic.

@ArmadilloArmament

2 ай бұрын

How do you like the Glock 43 shield mag? Haven’t tested one yet.

@SethTurnerPrinting

2 ай бұрын

I have 3 of them and they made it much easier and more comfortable to grip without changing the carry comfort for me. I eventually upgraded to a 43x to get the 15+1 instead of 9+1, but I am saving my 43 lovingly for my kids.

@ArmadilloArmament

2 ай бұрын

@@SethTurnerPrinting Thanks for the info. Both great choices!

Guess I got lucky today I have never owned a Glock found a Glock 43 with Keydex holster and 2 mags today for 175 out the door went to range shoots anything I put through it it well worn but functions fine it’s replaced my ruger ec9s as my cc with critical defense 115 grain. I will say I was shocked it came with plastic magazines but they work well

@ArmadilloArmament

8 ай бұрын

Damn I need to find deals like that.

@guynall4025

8 ай бұрын

@@ArmadilloArmamentthe pawn shop I got it from had it at 299 but over the years have bought many guns. From them so I offered 175 out the door they took it if I had a way to share a picture I would

@ArmadilloArmament

8 ай бұрын

@@guynall4025 What a deal, Enjoy it man.

i recently choose a p365 ( newest gen) over the g43 and the 43x. the 43X is noticably larger. the 43 capacity is its only real flaw. i know there are extended mags for it but then its as long nearly as the 43x.

@ArmadilloArmament

Ай бұрын

365 is a great gun and I credit it with really pushing the micro pistol genre. However, my trust goes with glock. Maybe one day glock will update slim lines to newer magazines.

@mtnbound2764

Ай бұрын

@@ArmadilloArmament one cannot deny the reliability of the glock.

@mtnbound2764

Ай бұрын

@@ArmadilloArmament seriously! glock needs to go with thin wall metal mags.

I carry a G43 because that’s what I own. It is always on me. It’s a great carry gun, imo, because I always carry it…It is super lightweight, especially with Liberty Arms Civil Defense ammo. 50 grain +p moving around 2100 fps…The ammo is light as a feather too. I shoot the gun well and it is very reliable. I could get a Hellcat or Shield plus, and I may do that someday…Maybe, maybe not. I may get around to it. The G43 is fine by me. Why change?

@ArmadilloArmament

Ай бұрын

If it aint broke dont fix it.

Why Glock didn’t make the 43x mag work in the 43 is beyond me…

@Gieszkanne

5 ай бұрын

The mag is wider. Its not a real single stack. Other wise you wouldnt get 4 more rounds in a mag that is just bit longer.

@joebauers3746

5 ай бұрын

@@Gieszkanne They really should make a 43 with the grip circumference the same as the 43X so the mags would be interchangeable. It would be incredible.

@Gieszkanne

5 ай бұрын

@@joebauers3746 Yes then the 43 also could take 15 or 20 shot Shield mags and maybe a regular flush mag could hold 7 instead of 6. But I donthink they will change it.

I never warmed up to the 43. The 42 I could shoot extremely well same with the 43x. I found the 43 to snappy

@ArmadilloArmament

9 ай бұрын

42 is an excellent choice. Alot of people just dont like stepping down from 9mm.

I have a 43x and I'm more likely to get a 48 slide than a 43 grip.

@ArmadilloArmament

4 ай бұрын

Not a bad choice.

Unfortunately, I bought a brand new Glock 43 and it has a serious trigger reset issue. The second time I shot it, the trigger failed to reset approximately 10 out of 100 rounds. I hate having to send it back to Glock so I'm letting a gunsmith look at it first. This is the first time I've ever had any problems with a Glock. 😕 UPDATE >>>>> After having my G43 completely disassembled, cleaned and reassembled the trigger reset issue was resolved. Everything has worked perfectly with FMJ. But, the last time I took it to the range and shot it with Sig 115 grain hollow points, it did nothing but jam. What a displeasure it was to fight this gun with that crappy and expensive ammo. 😕👎 ANOTHER UPDATE >>>>> The next time I took it to the range I shot Precision One brand 124 grain HP/XTP cartridges. I had terrible problems with the nose of the bullets running into the magazine which prevented them from angling up to the feed ramp and into the chamber. This only happened with the extended 7 and 8 round magazines. So I took the gun home, cleaned it and removed the extensions and put the stock base plates back on the magazines. This made every one of my magazines have only a 6 shot capacity. I took the gun back to the range and shot 90 rounds of the same ammo that jammed so terribly previously. The gun ran PERFECTLY!!! Problem solved! 😊👍

@Gieszkanne

5 ай бұрын

Stil its 6 +1. So 7 shots. Many people still carry 5 shot snubbies.

@Southernguitar74

2 ай бұрын

I have also had bad luck with the Sig ammo in single stack pistols.

Where you getting 43 frames for 89$ lol

@ArmadilloArmament

Ай бұрын

Check out r/gundeals. Other than that they will be a couple bucks more expensive.

Damn Bro you need some more shit on your guns.

@Mike_Webb78

6 ай бұрын

😂😂😂