I like the idea of the gun...but 6 rounds?
Thoughts?
Thoughts?
Is There a Reliable 7 or 8 Rd G43 Mag?
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I have had a 43 since aroud 2016. My required carry ammo was Gold Dot G2 147. The 43 functioned fine with that ammo in stock form. I played with Pearce and Vicker extenders and an ETS seven rounder. My experience with the ETS was thst it wasn’t consistently reliable but works appropriately on the range. i noted that with the plus 2 extenders, the G2 tended to feed a little sluggishly - would occasionally not want to go into battery when feeding a round from slide lock using the mag catch to release the slide. Slingshoting the slide avoided that problem. The Pearce seemed to work except that I had found with other Glocks that best performance with an extended capacity base plate was best when Wolff extra power springs were also used - and Wolff wasn’t making them for the 43 at the time. I took it off because I didn’t know how well the factory spring would handle the added compression over time. Since the G2 ammo at the time was non negotiable, I found the best way for me was to carry three or four extra factory six round mags - or my M&P 9c or G26, or 19. None of them conceal as well as the 43 however. In my experience, other than sights, Glocks tend to run most reliably in stock form. That said, if you want to play with these aftermarket enhancements, test them thoroughly. Also consider that despite more consistent manufacturing techniques in recent years, not all pistols handle snap-on or drop-in modifications equally.
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I think 6 rds + 1 is fine for the size. Keeping it close to the intended size might mean something like Mag Guts. Using a longer mag just takes away from the compactness.
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When I bought my 43 about 4 years ago, my LGS had the Strike Industries EMP for sale. I bought one, installed it without issue and quickly became comfortable with it at the range. Never had any issues with it, the reviews that I watched and read were all positive and eventually bought a second one. It really wasn’t about saving a buck, because I couldn’t agree more…my safety is worth far more than 13$. Had I any issues or concerns, I would happily replaced them, but they’ve been great. Have a few friends who purchased 43’s and I made the SI recommendation to them and again no issues. Never really gave it much thought until I joined GT. These 43 magazine limitations threads pop up with relative frequency so I’ll usually plug the SI because I do believe in them (and like how they match the factory stippling and the extra grip purchase). Until recently when I do carry my 43 appendix (my preferred method with that pistol) the additional handle length will jab me in the stomach (I don’t even have a “dickey do”). The Vickers and the Mag guts come up quite frequently with great reviews here (I do own some Taran Tactical EMP for some other pistols) but with the MG not adding additional length, I’m now going to give them a go. I continued to learn things at GT and hearing anecdotal success with different manufacturers is a big part of why I joined GT, to hear from other folks who have experiences where I don’t.
Phew. That was long winded but hope it clarified your question….
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The $13 question was not specifically directed to you. More to people who feel like saving a few dollars on a less expensive option when it's not as proven as the more costly option. Also, I understand that some of the less costly options function just as well as the pricier ones.
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This thread has generated a lot of thoughtful and informative responses. Thank you everyone.
My plan was, as I recover from back injuries, to return to AIWB with the smallest lightest reliable 9mm possible.
I have now carried a Hellcat I bought earlier. Didn’t carry it until I got some rounds down range and the weather allowed for a vest or jacket.
I will likely re-visit the G43 next year when tee shirt weather returns.
BTW-I liked the Hellcat enough to buy it...but still wish it were a Glock. Don’t know if that makes sense. But it is what it is.
My plan was, as I recover from back injuries, to return to AIWB with the smallest lightest reliable 9mm possible.
I have now carried a Hellcat I bought earlier. Didn’t carry it until I got some rounds down range and the weather allowed for a vest or jacket.
I will likely re-visit the G43 next year when tee shirt weather returns.
BTW-I liked the Hellcat enough to buy it...but still wish it were a Glock. Don’t know if that makes sense. But it is what it is.
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I did believe in the saying “that you get what you pay for”. Most of the time anyways…there’s definitely some instances where you’re paying for their marketing or the buzz surrounding a product. When it comes down to your EDC and potentially saving you or or your family’s lives, 13$ is an afterthought. I definitely appreciate these conversations as well because it gives us an opportunity to learn from others mistakes or positive experiences. Without this thread, I can safely say I probably would’ve never revisited the EMP for my 43, and just dealt with the SI poking me in the gut. I’m excited to try out the mag guts and have this thread to thank. Like MG Glock stated, lots of informative and helpful discussion
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Good Day All,
The G43 presents a compact reliable pistol that is light weight in a user friendly size. While there are always aftermarket solutions available for pretty much any product. Those solutions do affect the qualities associated to the pistol. Extended capacity magazines make the overall package heavier. As an owner / user only you can determine what qualities are important and only you can assign just how important each quality is.
So if you are not satisfied with capacity there are options. Those options will change a number of things. The overall weight and size of the package. Also depending on the products the pistol's overall reliability. An earlier post touched on this last point. Things can be different when simply shooting from a traditional static range scenario when compared to using the pistol with only your weak hand in a scoot and shoot environment. Will the gun still exhibit the Glock reliability for you then? Good to try these thing out for yourself and confirm your "safety equipment" to provide that level of performance if you are changing things beyond the original design.
Glock products have demonstrated reliability to the point where many users and agencies are comfortable with their products. Making changes, well, changes things. I am rather confident Glock has conducted extensive testing of their products well before releasing them to preserve their reputation of products that function as intended for recreational and crisis applications.
The aftermarket arena is full of "solutions" ranging from reasonable to dubious. It can be helpful to confer with other on personal experience but be sure to understand the full context of these "claims". If you depend on your Glock or any other handgun for crisis management then it is important you hold your "safety equipment" to an appropriately high standard cause your life depends on it. My $0.02 worth of input. You'd rather not find out that good enough wasn't.
The G43 presents a compact reliable pistol that is light weight in a user friendly size. While there are always aftermarket solutions available for pretty much any product. Those solutions do affect the qualities associated to the pistol. Extended capacity magazines make the overall package heavier. As an owner / user only you can determine what qualities are important and only you can assign just how important each quality is.
So if you are not satisfied with capacity there are options. Those options will change a number of things. The overall weight and size of the package. Also depending on the products the pistol's overall reliability. An earlier post touched on this last point. Things can be different when simply shooting from a traditional static range scenario when compared to using the pistol with only your weak hand in a scoot and shoot environment. Will the gun still exhibit the Glock reliability for you then? Good to try these thing out for yourself and confirm your "safety equipment" to provide that level of performance if you are changing things beyond the original design.
Glock products have demonstrated reliability to the point where many users and agencies are comfortable with their products. Making changes, well, changes things. I am rather confident Glock has conducted extensive testing of their products well before releasing them to preserve their reputation of products that function as intended for recreational and crisis applications.
The aftermarket arena is full of "solutions" ranging from reasonable to dubious. It can be helpful to confer with other on personal experience but be sure to understand the full context of these "claims". If you depend on your Glock or any other handgun for crisis management then it is important you hold your "safety equipment" to an appropriately high standard cause your life depends on it. My $0.02 worth of input. You'd rather not find out that good enough wasn't.
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Wolff Gunsprings still do not offer any magazine spring for the Slim Line models. But Ghost offers +11% extra power (12 coil) mag spring for the G43. (See, 43 PLUS 11% (MAGAZINE SPRING) FOR GLOCK) Actually it is the same extra power mag spring that comes with Ghost+1 baseplate. I used to use this spring with Pearce+1 in my “range mags” and it also worked great without any issue.
Ghost also offers +15% extra power mag spring for the G43 to go with their +2 baseplate, but it works well with other +2 baseplates such as SI+2, TTI+2, and Vickers+2…
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I love the way it shoots but.. capacity is why don't carry it. I carry a Hellcat, same size gun more than double the capacity!
I EDC a Hellcat, with the flush fit 11-rd mag. I have a 15-rd or 18-rd mag as a back up.
I own many Glock pistols, do not own anything smaller than a 26/27/33.
The lower capacity in the same size does not make sense to me.
Prior to owning the Hellcat I typically EDC'd my Gen 2 23, if not my 21 or 20.
I recently picked up P365 and Shield plus, I need to run more ammo through them before I consider EDC.
As far as glock goes, I'd rather carry a SC with 9/10+ vs less.
I own many Glock pistols, do not own anything smaller than a 26/27/33.
The lower capacity in the same size does not make sense to me.
Prior to owning the Hellcat I typically EDC'd my Gen 2 23, if not my 21 or 20.
I recently picked up P365 and Shield plus, I need to run more ammo through them before I consider EDC.
As far as glock goes, I'd rather carry a SC with 9/10+ vs less.
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