That's 46 rounds of loving for you non-GLOCK aficionados. My 19 by itself packs the ammunition of 2.5 G43s, and there's no need to reload. Firing the single-stack GLOCK for the first time was…not exactly pleasant. The gun weighs in at under 18 ounces empty, and a couple of more with bad-guy stoppers in the magazine.The Glock 43X is a well made and attractive handgun. The Glock 19 is an excellent piece and one of the best-balanced handguns in the world. The Glock 19, and its close variants the Glock 19X and Glock 45, offer big gun reliability, control, and accuracy with a good reserve of ammunition. The Glock 43 is a slimline 9mm that offers real ...Dec 12, 2015. #1/31. Just wondering what those opting for the G43 are choosing to feed it. Normally my 9mm preference is the Federal 115 gr +P+ JHP (9BPLE). But, I'm thinking of switching to Federal HST 124 gr +P JHP. I've read the +P+ pressures may be a bit on the high side. Never worried about it in any other Glock before, but the 43 just ...G42: Underwood +P of the Xtreme DEFENDER, Underwood +P of the XTP hollow point. Compared with previously tested G42 Underwood +P of the Gold Dot. And the control shots: G26 with Speer Gold Dot 124gr +P and G42 with Fiocchi Extrema XTP. For fun, also testing a 1.6" barrel North American Arms Mini Magnum in 22 WMR shooting Hornady Critical ...Specialties: We offer competitive pricing on firearms, ammo, accessories and full FFL services including Private Party Transfer, Out of State Transfer, FSC Test, and custom build. We carry all major brands such as Glock, Smith & Wesson, CZ, FN, Springfield Armory, Ruger, Beretta, HK, Century Arms, Arsenal, KAC, LWRC, Daniel Defense and high end unique brands such as NightHawk, Dan Wesson, Les ...The Glock 34 can accept any magazine the Glock 17 can accept. Glock 43: The Glock 43 is a "slimline" version of the subcompact Glock 26 that features an ultracompact slide and frame. The Glock 43 is the first Glock pistol to be manufactured with a single-stack 9×19mm Parabellum magazine, having a standard capacity of six rounds and being ...Shield Arms Z9 Magazine Review. Watch on. In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves reviews the new Shield Arms Z9 magazine for the Glock 43. Adding less than a half-inch of length to the G43, the Shield Arms Z9 magazines increase the Glock 43's magazine capacity by 50%, with 9 rounds of 9mm instead of the 6 rounds provided by the factory magazine.The dual recoil assembly in the 42 is going to allow people to actually enjoy shooting the .380 platform. Next, the trigger is typical Glock. The reset is still short and crisp. Overall, Glock has another winner. Test Results. We shot (2) sessions of (500) rounds, took a lunch break and then (2) more sessions of (500).I had the opportunity to use a Glock 42 for a little while, and conducted some terminal ballistics ammo tests using it. This is the second of three videos f...From the markings on the spent casings, the ejector and extractor markings relative to the firing pin drag mark on the primer, it looks as through the problem was that the extractor was not holding the rim of the casing to the breech face so the casing was allowed to drop lower before the ejector hit it.To put the new 365 ammunition through its paces, I took several boxes of the V-Crown and FMJ loads to the range with three test guns. It seemed logical that one of the test guns should be the SIG Sauer P365 with its 3.1" barrel, which is the same barrel length listed on the ammunition boxes. The second micro 9 was the budget-priced Ruger EC9s with fixed sights and a barrel length of 3.12".How the Glock 42 Pistol Stacks Up For Personal Defense. by Fred Mastison. June 8, 2015. The Glock 42, released in 2014, is a major departure from previous "baby Glocks," such as the Glock 27. The Glock 42 is truly a compact pistol with concealment as its calling card. Chambered in .380 ACP and holding a six-round, single-stack magazine, the ...4627 posts · Joined 2017. #17 · Sep 25, 2023. The G43X/48 magazine is still approximately 20mm longer than the G43 mag with TTI+1 baseplate and the G43X/48 grip with the OEM 10-rounder mag is approximately 20mm longer than the the G43 with my custom 8-rounder mag. 20mm may not seem to be a big difference.2100 posts · Joined 2005. #16 · Jun 8, 2020. When the micro 9s started appearing several years ago, there were stories of how unreliable they were. Then John Connor of American Handgunner tested a new Shield in .40, stressing that he first disassembled, cleaned and lubricated the piece.Polymer80% Kit. First...choose the size. If you want to build a full-size Glock 17/22/33/34/35, get the PF940v2. Various Polymer 80 Glocks (L to R: FP940v2, FP940Vc1,FP940v2) There's also an aggressive texture one only from Brownells.Hey guys.. I just finished building a Glock 43 custom (custom upper and lower) for my first time EVER.. after building my G43, I bought practice ammo or whatever you guys call it..I loaded up the 6 round single stack magazine with 5rounds and started racking the slide.. each round kept getting stuck when I manually racked the gun.The Glock 43 is a self-defense pistol that is accurate from a distance of zero to seven yards. The sight radius is a respectable 5.2 inches. The shooter is advised to aim before the trigger is pulled. When slow-fired, the gun is capable of ten-ring accuracy at distances beyond seven yards.I put different types of cal.43 Ammo to the test by shooting different objects. Watch me get shot by Rubber & Aluminum balls:https://youtu.be/eXWQo2U1Q5YThe...Primary 9x19mm Defense Ammo: Underwood 9mm Luger +P+ 124 Grain Bonded JHP @1300 FPS. Primary .40 S&W Defense Ammo: Underwood 40 S&W 165 Grain Bonded JHP @1200 FPS. Primary 10mm Auto Defense Ammo: Underwood 10mm Auto 165 Grain Bonded JHP @1400 FPS. 202, SJ 40, cazbass and 2 others.To test the accuracy of the Glock 45, I sat at a metal bench and rested my arms atop a range bag, while bracing the pistol on a cardboard ammo box. During the customary 25-yard testing, I obtained impressive albeit not surprising results with ammo ranging from the department-issued Hornady Critical Duty 135-grain load to economically priced ...This is our Field test of the Glock 43. We used 4 Different types of Ammo through it and found it to be flawless throught all ammo tested. Ammo used was a...When you test it, please let us know your thoughts on penetration and expansion. I use WIN9HHSC/Winchester Active Duty 115gr ammo. 10% hotter than NATO, penetrates 53" clear ballistic gel, 1" dense carpet, and 1" plywood. Shrugs off windshield glass. This M1152 ammo is better than the M1153 JHP of same military contract with WInchester.After buying a Glock 43, I undertook sighting it in soon as I could get to my range. I found that my POI versus POA was about 1.5" low, with most ammo. So I replaced the 6.1 rear sight that comes on it with the Glock 6.5 height , made for the 9mm compact series . ... Bench tested my 43 with some crazy results, had the Amorer bench test it with ...The Glock 44, chambered in .22 Long Rifle, stays true to the Glock design, but it has a few differences to compensate for the no-recoil .22 LR cartridge. The Glock 44 is a striker-fired, blowback, semi-automatic compact pistol. For most intents and purposes, it's a Gen5—although Glock doesn't call it a Gen5.54 posts · Joined 2016. #1 · Feb 23, 2016. Totally confused as to which grain bullet I should carry in my 43 and my 27 for self defense. I don't want to use +P. In the 43, is it better to use 124 or 147 grain for self defense. In the 27 is it better to use 165 or 180 grain for self defense. I am leaning towards Federal HST as the brand.Winchester RA9B (147 gr. Bonded JHP) or RA9T (147 gr. JHP) Federal HST 147 gr. Speer G2 147 gr. Speer Gold Dot 124 gr. +P. I agree. And my guess is that most of the other factors in shooting such as clothing, angle, specific path through the body etc. would have more of a difference statistically than there would be difference between any of ...Like & Subscribe😁 Thank you for watching!! Contact: [email protected] for any questions or ammo donations for testing. Thanks again!!Glock 33 357 sig...The Glock 17 uses 9x19mm Parabellum ammunition. This popular semi-automatic handgun is specifically designed to accommodate and fire this particular type of ammunition effectively and reliably. Contents 1. Can I use different types of ammo in a Glock 17? Yes, it is generally safe to use 9x19mm Parabellum ammunition with different bullet weights or brands ...Specialties: We offer competitive pricing on firearms, ammo, accessories and full FFL services including Private Party Transfer, Out of State Transfer, FSC Test, and custom build. We carry all major brands such as Glock, Smith & Wesson, CZ, FN, Springfield Armory, Ruger, Beretta, HK, Century Arms, Arsenal, KAC, LWRC, Daniel Defense and high end unique brands such as NightHawk, Dan Wesson, Les ...To answer your question directly, the 9mm Ammo Quest series suggests that the Gold Dot 124 gr +P cartridge may be a better choice than the Gold Dot 147 gr standard pressure cartridge. Ammo Quest 9mm: Gold Dot 124-grain +P, regular vs. short barrel in ballistic gel.May 7, 2024 · 13203 posts · Joined 2008. #8 · May 7, 2024. My 43 (without MagGuts) with a +1 TT extension and +2 Ghost extensions loves 124 Gr HST, hates 124 Gr Gold Dot +P though. Chokes on those at least once every other mag. Sounds like the MagGuts are a no-go for you.Freedom 380 Auto 90 gr XTP® New. 50 rounds of 380 Auto 90 gr XTP®, factory new ammunition. Ideal for self-defense, hunting and law enforcement. Average Velocity: 1005 fps. www.freedommunitions.com. Hornady American Gunner is the last SD ammo I purchased - it was $25 for a 25 round box. On a side note -.The Glock 43 is a self-defense pistol that is accurate from a distance of zero to seven yards. The sight radius is a respectable 5.2 inches. The shooter is advised to aim before the trigger is pulled. When slow-fired, the gun is capable of ten-ring accuracy at distances beyond seven yards.The Glock 43, chambered in 9mm, strikes a balance between power and manageability. Its caliber offers effective self-defense capabilities while maintaining a recoil level that is manageable for shooters of various skill levels. Compact yet formidable, the G43 provides the stopping power needed in critical situations without overwhelming the ...I put different types of cal.43 Ammo to the test by shooting different objects. Watch me get shot by Rubber & Aluminum balls:https://youtu.be/eXWQo2U1Q5YThe...The best ammo for a Glock 43 is typically 9mm FMJ or JHP rounds from reputable manufacturers such as Federal, Hornady, or Speer.Dec 13, 2016 · The 124 +P Gold Dot has 6.79 ft/lbs of free recoil at a rate of 17.07 fps in a G43. The HST 150 Micro has 5.61 ft/lbs at 15.52 fps. As I said in my first post to your question, that same Speer load has always been my go-to in 9mm. In my own chrono testing, this load had an average of 1200 fps from a 3.8" barrel.Glock made the G43X to be the go-to choice for concealed carry weapons. The goal was to make it as small, lightweight, and easy-to-use as possible. It is petite compared to almost every other pistol on the market, but with the 15+1 mag capacity from Shield Arms, nothing else rivals it at this time. The original 43 was too small grip-wise, but ...We finally get our Glock 43 out to the range for a 500 round torture test right out of the box. How did it fair? Check out the video to watch some of the sho...Yes, I have tried a couple of boxes Underwood 124gr Gold Dot "+P+" in my G43 in the past. I would not recommend hyper pressure "+P+" ammo in a small pistol …May 7, 2024 · 13203 posts · Joined 2008. #8 · May 7, 2024. My 43 (without MagGuts) with a +1 TT extension and +2 Ghost extensions loves 124 Gr HST, hates 124 Gr Gold Dot +P though. Chokes on those at least once every other mag. Sounds like the MagGuts are a no-go for you.Jul 7, 2015 · Chris reviews the long-awaited single stack 9mm Glock 43.UPDATE!: G43 Reliability and Accuracy Report: https://youtu.be/DfKbasgGPEQSubscribe for more mind-bl...About Glock 19 Ammo: ... Glock 26; Glock 34; Glock 43; Glock 45; Glock 46; Glock 47; Glock P80; Can I buy Glock 19 ammo online? If you are 21 or older, you can purchase Glock 19 ammo, online in most states. If you live in NY, DC, HI, MA, CA, or IL, visit our customer service page to review shipping restrictions.A lot of ink, both real and virtual, has been spilled over the Glock 43 pistol. It's understandable why. For roughly 20 years, there has been a clamor among the Glock faithful for a single-stack 9mm pistol. All of that pent up demand has now been unleashed, and everything related to the new gun stands to bring customers through the doors.Always test your carry ammo, at least a few magazines each range trip, and always be aware of potential feed in jams, if they start happening with the magazine extensions, discontinue using them or maybe consider modifying your ejector, ... The only problems I hear of regarding the Glock 43 are with mag extensions. As much as I wish the Glock ...Can P ammo be shot in a Glock 43? Yes, the Glock 43 is designed to handle +P ammunition, which is loaded to higher pressures than standard ammunition. It is always recommended to consult the manufacturer’s guidelines and test various ammo before settling on a preferred load for reliable and accurate performance.Overview. Glock G43 9mm Luger 3.41in FDE Pistol - 6+1 Rounds - The already legendary Glock 43 is a single stack, 9 mm Luger caliber pistol. It is ultra-concealable, accurate and a fantastic tool for all shooters regardless of ones hand size. The grip has a built-in beaver tail design which allows the shooter to acquire a high and tight grip.Today we take the Glock 43 to the range to see how well if performs right out of the box. Ammo used today was Federal and Remington UMC brass FMJ 115gr ball...First, the S15 mag was made of steel. Second, instead of the 10 rounds that a factory 43x/48 mag holds, the S15 would hold 15 rounds — and it had the same overall height as the factory mag. To many people that seemed impossible. They thought the only way to stuff 15 rounds in the space of a 10 round mag is with sorcery.This test will simulate the firing of the pistol by manually racking the slide with only dummy rounds loaded into the gun. This will ensure that the gun will extract, eject, load the next round and lock the slide back when the magazine is empty. Insert 5 Dummy Rounds into a Glock Magazine. Load the magazine containing dummy rounds into the gun.4633 posts · Joined 2017. #2 · Apr 9, 2021. My primary EDC is the G43 loaded with HST 124gr +P. But when I carry my G42, it is loaded with 7+1 rounds of Underwood 90gr XTP +P (or Underwood 90gr Gold Dot +P), and I feel confident. GLOCK Certified Armorer (unofficial "G43 Specialist") GLOCK TALK Resident "G43 Advocate ...The Glock 43 is not only chambered for full-power 9mm loads, but rated for hot +P ammunition. RELATED: Glock 43 – An Ultra-Slim, Easy-To-Conceal 9mm. …The author cut loose with a mixed magazine of test ammo from Remington, Winchester and Black Hills, at a fast pace at 15 yards. Author Photo. Next up, Remington’s UMC 230-grain leadless range ammo clocked at 787 fps, and it was a consistently accurate round. Coming in next was the Remington 230-grain Golden Saber JHP with its brass …May 14, 2024 · No, the Glock 43 is specifically designed to handle +P ammunition, so it should maintain its reliability and function properly. 4. Will using +P ammo cause more recoil? Yes, +P ammo generates more recoil due to the higher pressure and increased velocity, which may affect the shooter’s control and follow-up shots.About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright ...While it’s true, numbers never lie, the true test for the G43X would be in how it shoots. For that, I reached out to several fellow shooters both in and outside of the firearms industry to add their opinions on the G43X based on their experience and backgrounds. Model 43X Specs Compared to Glock 43. Glock 43X vs. Glock 43; Length 6.50” 6.26”Range Comparison. Shooting the Glock 43 and the Glock 19 side-by-side at the range helps to clarify the size differences between the two pistols. Put simply, the larger G19 is more comfortable to shoot, has less recoil, produces more bullet velocity, and allows a shooter to make smaller groups.