The short grip of the 43 is the most attractive feature for me. It seems an extended mag negates the concealment advantage of the 43. I do like the little gun though.
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This right here the logic of getting the smallest possible gun then making it bigger with mag extension makes very little sense to me as well.

 

Tango Down Vickers extensions are tops in my book simply because they have a longer mag spring whereas the others I have used only have the stock 6 round spring. Now I have never had a problem with either. But I trust the longer spring more and confidence in your equipment is an important aspect when it comes to self defense.

 

Exactly. I have this on my spare mag and carry with the OEM extended mag in my 43.


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The single stacks have their popularity and fit many. My situation with larger hands does not lead to a good fit with the single stacks. Pearce pg39 extensions on the 26/27/33 gives me just enough room and I undercut the trigger guard. Possibly your fit with the 43 may not be the best for you?

 

I have Taran Tactical +3 extensions from defensive depot.com Gives me a little finger room and comes with a replacement spring

 

Magguts replace the spring and follower to allow an additional round in the flush magazine. I them in both my G42 and G43 and they've worked for me.

I also have the Pearce +1 extension on one of my G43 magazines and it works as well.

 

+1 on the vickers. I have two extended for shooting at the range, and I kept one short for carry.

 

Supposedly ETS is dropping 6,8 and 12 rounders in the next 1-2 months.

 

Think that's 7, 9 and 12 looking at their site.

 

In as much as we all want more, there's a threshhold after which concealment suffers from added capacity, which results in defeating the design, suitability, and purpose of its existance.

We're all very much aware of capacity limitations well before we've even held what we want in our hands, so, if you decide on X to be your concealed carry piece, yet you want the capacity of Y, then perhaps you should reevaluate your reasoning behind desiring choice X.

Unless you have the stature and build of a tomato stake and insist on wearing super tight fitting Under Armour apparel, the double stack sub compact series of Glocks IMHO would be a much better choice for concealment, offering only a slightly larger profile, and being chambered in the harder hitting calibers such as 40S&W, 45acp, .357sig, and 10mm.

I usually carry a G33 with +0 mag extensions & an extra mag on my person, and if can't get it done with (9+1)+9 = 19 rounds of .357sig out of that pocket rocket, I am in some serious, serious trouble.

 

I'm a huge fan of the Pearce +1 because they're cheap, reliable, and don't look stupid. IMO Glock should send out the G43 with a flush 6rd mag and a 7rd Pearce Grip mag. Or two flush 6rd mags.

 

I think Glock is foolish for not producing an 8 rd Mag for the G43.
And I do not mean a 6 rd mag with a factory extension,I want a FML mag with a full length mag body and maybe a special floor plate similar to the G36 or a sleeve like the XDS.

 

Pearce plus 1. I have one on each of my 4 magazines. They look like stock, and function flawlessly - for very little additional length.

 

The OEM extension at least gives you a little more grip. I'd like a spare mag in maybe 8rd configuration.
Keep reading 'iffy' reports here on non-factory extensions, so I'll wait.
Moon

 

All 5 of my mags are Pearce plus 1 and I have no complaints at all. My hands are medium size and the M-43 fits perfect. I also have night sites and a Double Diamond Connector that pulls a honest 3.7lbs.

 

I have had zero problems from the Taran Tactical +1 in either our G43 or G42 with 300+ rounds through each. Both are still in the ongoing vetting process but I have started carrying the G43 with the TT +1 with no worries.

 

I to have Pearce +1 extensions on all my G43 magazines (5). No problems at all!!! Very good grip fit also. Thinking of lowering trigger pull next ... 4lbs?

 

The single stacks have their popularity and fit many. My situation with larger hands does not lead to a good fit with the single stacks. Pearce pg39 extensions on the 26/27/33 gives me just enough room and I undercut the trigger guard. Possibly your fit with the 43 may not be the best for you?

I got the Taran plus 3! Looks awesome ! They put it on with their extra power spring designed for it . Feels great . Have her loaded and letting the spring set good until I try it this weekend . My 10 shot 43!
I figure Tori Nonaka wins many championships with Tarans mag extensions they must work ! I tried Pierce plus 2 and sold them fast. Not with stock spring ! Lousy junk ! I'll
Post my shooting results soon. Happy Glocking

 

I have used TTI +1 and really liked it for carry.

I currently have +1 on 2 mags from HYVE technologies and they are great, no problems, fit and finish is great as well

 

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I have used TTI +1 and really liked it for carry.

I currently have +1 on 2 mags from HYVE technologies and they are great, no problems, fit and finish is great as well

Who made your holster? Does it come in a color other than orange?

 

In as much as we all want more, there's a threshhold after which concealment suffers from added capacity, which results in defeating the design, suitability, and purpose of its existance.

Some people buy smaller firearms because they are a better fit for smaller hands, not necessarily for concealment. If you have trouble getting a "proper" grip even on a no-backstrap Gen4 26 or 19, you might prefer the 43 as a range/house gun. In this case, it would be nice to have the option of an 8-10 round magazine for situations in which concealment is not an issue.

 

Some people buy smaller firearms because they are a better fit for smaller hands, not necessarily for concealment. If you have trouble getting a "proper" grip even on a no-backstrap Gen4 26 or 19, you might prefer the 43 as a range/house gun. In this case, it would be nice to have the option of an 8-10 round magazine for situations in which concealment is not an issue.

Glock 43 as .... a house gun? I'm afraid that role is filled by a GLock 20 fitted with a +5 mag extension and/or a Mossberg 590

 

Man if Glock started making plus 1-2 and 3 factory mags ....a lot of aftermarket will be screaming lol
I love everything about my 43 !! Have a 21-19-17 too

 

I have Pearce +1 on both my 43 mags and both have functioned flawlessly with six different ammos. I also like the grip they give me and I think they look good.

 

In my Glock 43 I use both Pearce +1 and Vickers +2 mag extensions. Both have been flawless in over a thousand rounds.

For me, using the extra long extensions ruins the logic behind using a smaller single stack handgun for concealability. However, each person should make their own choice.

Some people like the thick double stack G26s, P20SKs, Walther P99Cs and others of that stubby 10 round variety. After using the 10 rounds stubbies I find that I can conceal a standard G19 or PPQ about as well in cool/cold weather clothing.

In warm weather when I'm wearing the fitted (not compression) tee shirts that my wife buys for my lean frame the single stack G43 or the Kahr P9 are what I use. I carry an extra magazine for each.

OP, the Pearce and Vickers are the only G43 extensions I have personal experience with and they have worked perfectly for me. Good luck in your quest.

 

The appeal of the 43 is its thinness, not the length of grip. I can't get a full grip on it and don't feel comfortable trying to draw the gun in a panic with such a short grip. That's just me.

I love the taran 2 and 3 extensions, and particularly have moved to the 3, because they allow me a full grip on the gun from drawing iwb. The thinness of the frame and shortness of the barrel allow me to carry comfortably, and the firearm is LIGHT. The footprint from a 43 with extensions versus even a 26 without is significant to me.

I know some will say "just practice drawing and you'll get used to the small grip". Idk, I feel that practice gets thrown out the window a bit when someone is stabbing me with a knife. I don't want to be in a position where I can't draw my gun because I can't get a grip on it.

 

Supposedly ETS is dropping 6,8 and 12 rounders in the next 1-2 months.

I googled and couldn't find anything on that. Where'd you hear that?

Would be a nice little surprise to see that announced at Shot Show.

+me on Pearce +1 being a boringly reliable extension. Have cycled mine approx 20 times.

 

Could be fake news haha. Someone posted a screenshot of a response from ETS on a Facebook group.

 

Could be fake news haha. Someone posted a screenshot of a response from ETS on a Facebook group.

Nice. Gotta' believe if true, they'll confirm it at Shot Show, which starts shortly. Hopefully the 9 rounder isn't too long, that's the one I'd be considering.

 

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Can you share the recipe for that? I can never figure-out if I should add more 19 or 20. But I always do slowcook it in my Glockpot. (Sorry, couldn't resist!)