I'm a Marine that's new to EDC since when I was active duty I spent most of my days on base and couldn't carry. I like Glocks and naturally, everyone says G19 is the way to go, but I've heard that I may want to go with G48 since I want to carry while running and it's a good bit lighter. What are your thoughts?
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G19 or G48 for EDC
I voted G48, although your poll has reduced ammo capacity and my G48 is currently stoked 15+1. 
48 with shield arms magazines gives you 15+1 in a package that is 18% thinner than a Glock 19. Personally I like the form factor of the 19, so I’d pick 19
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It's hard to find the one size fits all. I alternate, when I carry a Glock, between my 19 and 43, depending on what I'm wearing.
Nothing is as comfy as a 48, at least AIWB. I carried a 19 and then 26 for several years. Glock really hit a home run with the 48, I’m honestly surprised it hasn’t had more fanfare.
It’s a popular option over here
https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?37892-The-43X-48-and-365-365XL-are-EDC-game-changers
It’s a popular option over here
https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?37892-The-43X-48-and-365-365XL-are-EDC-game-changers
When I got into guns, many of these options didn't exist. I bought a G19 years ago so my EDC method has evolved over time.
The G19 can be carried while running but you're more limited with regard to clothing choices, lest you print more than the NY Times. A good belt and holster are required, otherwise the gun will jump around and wiggle loose or your belt will loosen and your pants will sag. The G19 also has the benefit of having one of the most commonly used pistol mags around. There are many 9mm pistol caliber carbines out there that take 15 round mags or larger and a G19 will take any double stack 9mm glock mag larger than a G26. The 26 takes ALL double stack 9mm mags.
Years later, when concealment took precedence I bought a G43. These tiny pistols are magnitudes easier to conceal but shooting them well requires a much sharper learning curve than the 19, 48 and 43X. As mentioned above the limited ammo capacity of a 43 may leave you feeling paranoid at times. That said; you may want to consider the G48 / G43X with Shield Arms 15 rounders. The mags are pricey, but they supposedly work really well.
The best thing to do now is to head to a range and shoot the 19, 43, 43X and 48. Find out which gun handles the best for you and while your at it, slip it unloaded into your waistband to sample its concealability. After that, check out IWB holsters and mag options that fit your budget.
The G19 can be carried while running but you're more limited with regard to clothing choices, lest you print more than the NY Times. A good belt and holster are required, otherwise the gun will jump around and wiggle loose or your belt will loosen and your pants will sag. The G19 also has the benefit of having one of the most commonly used pistol mags around. There are many 9mm pistol caliber carbines out there that take 15 round mags or larger and a G19 will take any double stack 9mm glock mag larger than a G26. The 26 takes ALL double stack 9mm mags.
Years later, when concealment took precedence I bought a G43. These tiny pistols are magnitudes easier to conceal but shooting them well requires a much sharper learning curve than the 19, 48 and 43X. As mentioned above the limited ammo capacity of a 43 may leave you feeling paranoid at times. That said; you may want to consider the G48 / G43X with Shield Arms 15 rounders. The mags are pricey, but they supposedly work really well.
The best thing to do now is to head to a range and shoot the 19, 43, 43X and 48. Find out which gun handles the best for you and while your at it, slip it unloaded into your waistband to sample its concealability. After that, check out IWB holsters and mag options that fit your budget.
If you are only going to ever by one gun, go with the 48 or 43X.
Otherwise consider getting a 43 now as your EDC/Running gun, and save/plan in a year or two to get a nice G19 when you can afford it. You'll still have an option to going with the 43X then, and the advantage of sharing holsters but having the larger grip..
Otherwise consider getting a 43 now as your EDC/Running gun, and save/plan in a year or two to get a nice G19 when you can afford it. You'll still have an option to going with the 43X then, and the advantage of sharing holsters but having the larger grip..
Carried my 19 for years. But now the 48 is edc. Slim and accurate. The aiwb teir1 makes it almost disappear with only a T-shirt. I couldn’t do that with a 19. I tried the 43 and was avg to below at combat distances. Yeah more practice would have solved that. But why? Slight grip memory adjustments for the 48 was far more appealing than a complete 43 overhaul.
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I have both a G-19, and a G-43X.
But my EDC is a G23. I have had that gen2 G-23, since just after they came out, and we just kind of go together.
Nothing wrong with a 19, or 43X, I just started out with that G-23, and she is like the Eveready Bunny just keeps on Going, and Going. When I start out the door, she almost jumps in my holster. I have to think about taking the 43x, or 19. If I hear something outside at night, the 23 is with me, after I have gone to bed, the G-41 is on the nightstand.
But my EDC is a G23. I have had that gen2 G-23, since just after they came out, and we just kind of go together.
Nothing wrong with a 19, or 43X, I just started out with that G-23, and she is like the Eveready Bunny just keeps on Going, and Going. When I start out the door, she almost jumps in my holster. I have to think about taking the 43x, or 19. If I hear something outside at night, the 23 is with me, after I have gone to bed, the G-41 is on the nightstand.
I would say get the slimline and stock it with some 15 rd aftermarket mags. Only variable is optic use. For me, sig 365.
Both will work. I just recently picked up a 48, which is a joy to carry. It fits my hand better, a hand that is developing issues as I get older.
I generally prefer larger handguns for my personal carry, but I realize not everyone has the same needs and preferences.
I generally prefer larger handguns for my personal carry, but I realize not everyone has the same needs and preferences.
The G48 is just a slim down version of the G19! I carried the G19 as my duty weapon with two extra 15 round magazines but this was great for a Duty Weapon but IMO the G48 is just as good and much lighter for civilian carry with the 10 round magazine for self defense. The Glock Platform is a great Combat Platform and some versions are also great for EDC!
The G48 with 15 round shield mags has made the G19 obsolete. The 48 is much more comfortable for carry and fits my hand much better.
It just needs a DOT. Come on Glock!!
It just needs a DOT. Come on Glock!!
G48 is about 20% lighter, give or take, than G19. If weight is your concern, go with the 48.
How do you plan on carrying while running? That might play a part in the decision.
How do you plan on carrying while running? That might play a part in the decision.
The 48 with the aftermarket mags is a no brainer IMHO, but some people hate anything aftermarket. I have to say that I don't love having to use their mag release but it's really not a big deal. Glock is dropping the ball, they better be happy these mags exist.
If they ever offer a G48 MOS w/rail and black slide I will pick one up.
If they ever offer a G48 MOS w/rail and black slide I will pick one up.
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