Glock 43X range review

[71velle]

So, I had a chance to shoot the new Glock and as I mentioned in another thread it gets 2 thumbs up from me. When I first picked the 43x up it hit my hand well as it did for the 2 other guys at the range. I have medium small hands, one guy have large hands and the other has very large hands so I think most will be happy with the feel of the pistol. To me it does not feel like a pocket pistol with a longer grip. I really liked the balance and it pointed very naturally. When dry firing the trigger felt very nice, to the point I would not see the point of changing it. The 2 other guys have G43s but neither one brought one, but I mentioned that I thought the trigger was nicer than the G43 and they both agreed. Both of them have swapped out the connector but didnt think that it would be needed. So after the initial feel of the pistol I was very excited. That said I dont know why Glock did not design in a grip panel system like the other models. The grip does feel nice but I think it was an opportunity missed. Time for a pic....



I did have my G26 for comparison. The full grip and thinner profile makes it feel much more comfortable of course that is subjective. The short grip of the G26 is real easy to hide, but not much to grab when pulling from a holster. The 43X is a good bit thinner but did not have holsters available to see how much difference it would make while carrying but I would guess it would be noticeable. Holding both the 43X is obviously lighter in the hand but not sure how much it would be noted in a holster, again I would guess it would. Seems odd none of the Youtubers that I have seen have tried to give a visual of the thickness differences so her you go.

Sorry I forgot to compare the butt of the 2 grips....
Here is a height comparison not a great pic tho.


The owner sent me some other pics that might be of interest.
43 vs 43X


And yes it fits in G43 holsters here is one and it also fit in another kydex but no pic.



And lastly 43X vs G30s, I know apples to pineapples but the grip length is about the same. The owner carries the 30S often and thought the 43X concealed much easier. So, I heard it from a friend. lol



And now for the most important part, shooting it. WOW is all I can say. For me I shot it great and better than my G26. I fired 50 rounds with no flyers which is odd for me. I did shoot it at 10 yards combat style, as fast as I could see the sights. I did seem to be more snappy than the G26 but I felt like I was able to shoot it faster than the G26 the longer grip likely made the difference . I did not go back and forth and not shot timer for what its worth. The 2 other guys I shot with were shocked on how well I shot it. They both shot it very well too.

This G43X has 525 rounds among 3 shooters and no issues. I was also tested with hollow points but not sure how many or what kind.

From what I understand the 43, 43X and 48 slides are interchangeable so the G43 owners might consider the G48 so they can mix and match for all possible combinations.

 

[Jaywmustang]

Thanks for the review. I was going to buy a g26 for gssf competition and edc but I’ll look more into the g43x now. Best part is, i just ordered 3 holsters, 2 for a g43 and 1 g26. Great to hear the g43x fits the g43 holsters.

 

[Justincase]

I definitely noticed the improved 43x trigger over the 43. The stock 43x trigger is better even than my 43 with ghost connector. Not that the 43's trigger is bad, but they've definitely done something different with it. I tell you what, if it wasn't that awful silver I'd have one already.

Nice write-up. Thanks.

I still didn't look at your dumb pictures tho... So i didn't see how the 26 and 43x essentially have the same lenth grips as most would carry them.

 

[Jaywmustang]

If anyone is curious about what division the new glocks fall into for gssf.

 

[71velle]

I definitely noticed the improved 43x trigger over the 43. The stock 43x trigger is better even than my 43 with ghost connector. Not that the 43's trigger is bad, but they've definitely done something different with it. I tell you what, if it wasn't that awful silver I'd have one already.

Nice write-up. Thanks.

I still didn't look at your dumb pictures tho... So i didn't see how the 26 and 43x essentially have the same lenth grips as most would carry them.

If you didnt look how do you know that they are dumb????

The front of the grip is not a problem and makes no difference in concealment, its the back of the grip that will stick out. So the 43x could print more than a G26. Now having the same grip length as a G19 but thinner it should reduce the printing.

 

[NYGuns]

Awesome review, thanks for sharing! Looks like I'll probably like it too, thanks for costing me more money!

 

[71velle]

Im glad you guys like the review!! I feel very lucky that I have the opportunity to fire a lot of different pistols. I try to give an accurate account because I know it sucks that many times we dont have the opportunity to test fire prior to buying. I dont believe that I am a fanboy of any manufacture or platform and not trying to sway anyone toward or away form any of them. The only downside is that the guys I know who have pistol buying issues dont tend to buy any of the less common, or inexpensive stuff. If there are any comparisons you guys want to hear about let me know and I will do my best to make it happen. I am by no means an expert so do realize I am just sharing my opinion form my experiences.

Two of the guys I shoot with fire tons or rounds and keep crazy anal records which is a great resource also. One guy fired over 80,000 rounds and the other over 50,000 rounds last year. Myself and another guy dont keep the records but dont shot nearly as much. Between the 4 of us who shoot together regularly we probably clock over 150,000 rounds.

 

[Justincase]

If you didnt look how do you know that they are dumb????

The front of the grip is not a problem and makes no difference in concealment, its the back of the grip that will stick out. So the 43x could print more than a G26. Now having the same grip length as a G19 but thinner it should reduce the printing.

My bad, you're right about which part of the grip prints. I utilize a pretty good fbi cant so it diminishes that somewhat.

 

[71velle]

The pistol is now over 1000 rounds and no issues of any kind. I did not fire it again but the way it feels in my hand and how naturally it points is something special for me. Maybe having a smaller hand it is the perfect fit?

 

[Jaywmustang]

Idk but I checked out a g43x last night cause of your review and I was impressed with it.

 

[Justincase]

Same thing for me. When i practice my draw, the 43 is the only one that just points right where it should. Everything else i have to adjust upon presenting, even though i shoot the others more often. That's why i bought two G43's.

 

[71velle]

I forgot to mention. The 43x throws the brass a county mile, unlike the gen 4s that throws it just a couple of feet. Not a big deal just different.

 

[Justincase]

Oh wait, oh wait! Any striker drag?

 

[Jaywmustang]

Thanks 71velle. I picked up my g43x today. Wasn’t on my radar ontil this review

 

[Hector Heco]

I was checking it out today in the store felt great in my hand didn't think it would but this is on my list of things to purchase top of the year.

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[Jaywmustang]

I was checking it out today in the store felt great in my hand didn't think it would but this is on my list of things to purchase top of the year.

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I was really surprised how good it felt.

 

[71velle]

Oh I forgot to mention a negative about this pistol. One of the big advantages to a full grip is easier reloads. With the 43X it is easy ti get the mag into the mag well but I did pinch the shit out of my hand while seating the mag. I have never had this happen with a G19, and know it is more of a training issue but worth mentioning imo.