Glock 19 or Glock 43X: Understanding the Size Differences for Concealed Carry
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ก.พ. 2020
- When they released the Glock 43x I wanted to know how much difference there is between the Glock 19 and the Glock 43x.
The Glock 19 is one of the most popular firearms in the concealed carry market and fits most people very well. Several years ago Glock released the Glock 43 which has a short grip for most people.
Let's compare the Glock 19 and the Glock 43X, focusing on their size and how it affects their suitability for concealed carry.
*Glock 19:*
The Glock 19 is a well-regarded compact handgun chambered in 9mm, known for its versatility and popularity among concealed carry permit holders, law enforcement, and military personnel. When discussing its size, the Glock 19 falls into the category of a compact pistol. It features a 4-inch barrel and a grip that can typically accommodate 15-17 rounds in the magazine, depending on the specific model and capacity.
The size of the Glock 19 makes it a balanced choice for concealed carry. It's large enough to provide a comfortable grip for most shooters, offering excellent control and accuracy, yet it's still compact enough to be concealed under clothing with relative ease. Its dimensions allow for effective concealment while maintaining a sufficient ammunition capacity for self-defense situations. This combination of size and capacity has contributed to the Glock 19's popularity as a go-to concealed carry firearm.
*Glock 43X:*
The Glock 43X, on the other hand, is designed with even greater concealment in mind. It is considered a subcompact pistol. The Glock 43X features a 3.41-inch barrel and typically accommodates a 10-round magazine, making it slimmer and shorter than the Glock 19. The grip is narrower, which can be advantageous for those with smaller hands or those seeking maximum concealability.
Due to its smaller size, the Glock 43X is often chosen for deep concealment and as a backup gun. It can be easily hidden in an inside-the-waistband (IWB) holster or pocket carry, making it ideal for those who prioritize discretion. However, it's essential to note that the reduced grip size means less ammunition capacity compared to the Glock 19.
In summary, the Glock 19 and Glock 43X differ in size, with the Glock 19 being a compact pistol offering a balance of capacity and concealment, while the Glock 43X is a subcompact pistol designed for deep concealment and discretion. The choice between them ultimately depends on an individual's preference, body type, and intended use for concealed carry. It's crucial to prioritize comfort, control, and accessibility when making this decision.
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Thank you. I appreciate how you keep the guns side-by-side for a while when you are showing size differences.
Thanks for watching
After searching long and hard between the Sig P365, Glock 43/43x, Springfield XDm, and Ruger Security 9 I finally purchased the Glock 43x. Felt the best in my hand, just like you, it made all the difference from the regular Glock 43. Extra mag capacity was a plus. Overall solid everyday carry pistol. I have a slim IWB holster. Works wonderfully. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching. The 43x is on me all the time.
I thought the 43x was only 10 rounds… so that’s not any added capacity from the P365 ?
15rd flush fit mag from shield arms, works flawless, though a metal mag release is recommended with their mag.
Great choice!
I edc the 43x and i love it. But... the 19x is the best gun I've ever shot in my life it is an absolute dream to shoot
Yep.
I just bought the 19x, is it possible to edc or should I save up and buy a 43x and use the 19x for a custom build ?
@@mikismays3760 I have a 43 see my earlier comment. If I had it to do today I would get the 43x. Still happy with the 43 because if I want to pocket carry all I have to do is swap the extended mag for the stock mag and in a desantis pocket holster no one is the wiser!
Mikis Mays good holster and belt will conceal a lot of guns including a 19x
Try shooting a Springfield 1911 TRP
Awesome video, I’m a a old school Beretta fan, and I carry a APX centurion 40cal 13+1 after seeing this and others and one for myself I currently agree ! Will be picking one up !
They're great guns. You won't be disappointed
Jason Jones Enjoy brother.
Great video, thanks for the up close grip handle angle, pretty much what I wanted to see in the difference between the 2. I’m considering getting one in black to replace my gen4 23 for warm weather
Thanks for watching. That was why I wanted to make a video because I didn't find any that answered the questions I had.
Really glad I found this vid, it’s helping me decide which would be the EDC for myself! Thanks so much!
Thanks for watching
I bought the 43 early on. I was carrying a Kahr PM9. I solved the pinky problem with a Pearce plus one mag extension and went one better with the Taran tactical plus2 mag extension. On top of that added talon grip tape and it's my favorite EDC deep conceal option.
I thought about that early on but never jumped at it. I kept putting it off until after the 43x came out and I got this one. With the pinky extension it still didn't fit my hand.
The Shield Arms 15rd mag is the game changer for why I carry my 43x now... As a smaller guy it’s much easier for me to conceal fully without printing and I don’t loose capacity. Still love my 19 she just doesn’t get as much EDC time. Now if Glock would just release the 43x with the rail on the front like the European version my life would be complete! And thanks for the comparison video as I was trying to show someone the size difference but didn’t have my 19 on me at the time
Its a big game changer for the 43x. Love it and with the mag extensions you can get 20 rounds in it.
I'm late to the party but 43x mos has cuts on the rail for lights and lasers!
Great video thanks! Owner of 43x and just purchased the 19 as well. I plan to carry them both at different times. I am a glock fanboy as well, but who can go wrong with reliability and reputation!
Glocks are great.
Sig Saur is better 😏
@@NobelRabbit Sig is good too. But I do not think better. Glocks are simplistic, reliable, great price point and go bang every time the trigger is pulled. But I like sig too.
I’ve carried a 19 for years and recently switched to full time 43X for my edc with 2-15rd Shield Arms mags. Still love my 19 though.
I'm a fan of both also
Just got two S15 mags ordered as of Friday. Bought a 43x this Sunday. It has basically made my M&P compact obsolete as far as carrying is concerned, once these new mags get here.
Rafael Rosas Yeah man, the S15 mags changed everything for me!
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I have both as well. I just got 2 shield mags. Can't wait to test them and make sure they are good to go. The range has been closed due to covid-19 😞. Eager to carry the 43x with 16 rounds
Best video comparison I've seen. Appreciate it 4 years later buddy.
Thanks for watching Matt
@@BoomStickTactical yessir and figured I'd subscribe. 4 years later,you still going with the 19?
@@GeorgiaDawg404 carrying both of them today.
Thank you so much for making this video! This is exactly what I was looking for
Glad to help. Thanks for watching
For me (owning both) it came down to WEIGHT more than size. Yes, thinner is better for EDC but for the last 4 years I carried my G19 in a Tier 1 Axis Slim with spare mag all right in front of me. The same rig with the 43x is 14 ounces (yes, almost a FULL pound) lighter. And let me tell ya, THAT makes a HUGE difference around hour 4 or 5 of having a big hunk of metal in your nether regions. The comfort increase is amazing. A worthwhile trade off for 5 rounds capacity (don’t trust Shield arms mags).
The 43x has made a major impact on the concealed carry market for that reason.
Exactly. Everyone always like “but capacity” dude if you have to shoot more than 10 rounds at a target you living in the wrong area
@@fiftydabs5114 By that logic, if you are living in the "right" area then why carry at all
If you don’t mind me asking. What does EDC mean? I’m new to this.
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Nice video man thanks!
Thanks for watching
Glock 19 Gen 5 was my first purchase but I’m about to get the 43x and have it as my EDC/conceal carry weapon. Not a fan of the shield arms mag. I’d rather stick to the Glock oem mags. 10+1 is definitely enough in a self-defense situation. Great video.
Glock mags are more reliable
@@BoomStickTactical yes indeed!
@@BoomStickTactical gen 2 mags work just fine it was the gen 1s that had issues I have never had issues with the gen 2s they run flawlessly
Great video sir. Definitely looking to get one. Do you have a Glock 32? If so, what do you think about it and can you do a review is so.
I have numerous leftover rounds of .357 sig from previous patrol side arm (Sig P320) which i love. I don’t have it anymore due to switching agencies. But I’m looking to also getting the Glock 32.
I don't have a 32. But you can't go wrong with a Glock
Liked your vid. my man.... but you gotta do something about the angles, lighting, shadowing, and that black mat background. lol . Good info though , thanks
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I 100% agreed with you brother, I conceal G45 and G43x are my back up too.
Loved it.
Thanks for watching.
How do you like the 45 for conceal carry?
IMO. My vote goes to the G45 and the G43x as the best two Glocks to own in their respective category of use.
The 45 is basically an upscaled version
I've been looking for a God comparison. Thank you for that. Wild like to see the inside of the frames compared.
Thanks for watching
Hey man, thanks for the video. I carried a Glock 19 for years both on and off duty and still have it. When I was on the job, I carried a G26 on my ankle as backup. Now that I'm retired, I'm looking pretty hard at the Glock 43X for daily carry. I got a bit lazy and started carrying a little Kahr most of the time, but I'd like a bit more capacity. I'm just trying to figure out if there is enough difference in carry between my trusty G19 and the 43X to justify a new gun, sights, and spare mags. You have carried both, what is your take on it? Thanks.
The 43x is a great option especially with the 15 round shield arms mags. There's times I need deep concealment and it's the 43x. You won't be disappointed in it. Thanks for your service.
G43x with the Shield Arms s15 mag is my daily carry.
Same here, carry kahr pm9 but want a glock, either G19 OR G43X
I too enjoy Glocks, But I’m too old to be a fanboy, So I guess Glocktard works!🤷♂️
Have a Sig 365x, but I don't 100% trust the internal safeties if something were to break. So the replacement came down to a Glock 19 and a 43x. I ended up getting the 19 because I find what runs the risk of printing is the grip, which they both seemed equal in. So in that case I would rather have a 19 with 15+1 than a 43x with 10+1. Even the Sig 365x grip, standard 365 slide on the xl 12 rnd frame, is about the same length s the 19.
Glock 19 is a great choice
The 43x is pretty nice. Now that Shield Arms put out their 15rd mags it makes it much easier to carry than the 19 with the same round capacity. I will say go to a range and shoot it. These smaller guns take some training to shoot accurately due to their small size and light weight. The finish on these is much better than the 43 or the gen 4 glocks. Much closer to the super tough finish on the gen 3s. I’m pleased with the gun. Have about 400 rds with mixed range and hollow point ammo 100% reliable.
The 43x shoots like a bigger gun than it is. They're great guns for edc
love my 43x. added talon adhesive grips and arachnagrip to slide and best carry gun have every used. Intermediate size is great compromise of purchase on grip and concealability and shield arms 15 rd mags were icing in cake
Agreed. Great gun
I've been carrying the 19 daily for years. Thinking of switching to the 43x just for a little less weight ease of concealment. Website says the 43x with full mag weighs the same as an empty 19.
It's amazing the difference the size makes and it still has a good grip length
@@BoomStickTactical Yeah, looked at them today. Ill probably switch.
Cual de las dos armas resulto mas cómoda para disparar,y cual recomendas para portación oculta y defensa personal? Saludos!
Thanks for watching
Solid review
Thanks
Sir, I have large hands. My Glock 19 I don't have any issues with slide bite, but the 43X looks like size of the beaver tail might not keep my hand from getting hit by the slide when it cycles. Have you had any issues with that with the 43X?
No issues at all. It has a slight beaver tail that works well.
@@BoomStickTactical Thank you sir.
interesting, do you have a speed test between the two guns? Will the muzzle speed be the same?
Thought about the 43x. My work gave me a 43 but like you, the short grip did not suit me. I ordered the SI EMP magazine extended plate. Adds two rounds and has that hook at the end that makes all the difference.
The longer grip definitely helps. I was sold on the 43x from the start and got mine shortly after it came out in black.
I’m still not clear is the 19 and 43x mag compatible ? From the width etc I would say no just didn’t hear it mentioned ? I have 19 first gun ever thinking about getting the 43x also. I’m
No they're not compatible
@@BoomStickTactical thanks
I bought the 43 and found the magazine catches the edge of my large hand so I'm forced to hold a mag while pulling the empty mag. Not bad at range, but annoying. If I'm fighting for my life it could be deadly delay. Thinking I'm gonna rent the 19 and 43x at local range to try out. This size comparison was much appreciated.
Thanks for watching. Try both and go with what works best for you
Hi , what would be a good first gun . I’m on decided between Glock 19 Gen5 mos or Glock 45 mos or the Glock 19x
Any of those would be a great choice. The 19 would be the most concealable due to the shorter grip but get each of them in your hands and decide for your self which feels better and which one you are more accurate with.
@@BoomStickTactical thank you
Great video🇺🇸
Thanks
I liked the way the 43x fit in my hand too. I still would have liked to see you throw some calipers on both slides for comparison. The two black guns with a black background makes it hard to see the difference.
It has a flushed mag that hold 15!! Smaller slimmer compact pistol that hold the same as a 19 I’ll take it I got it I love it
I may do another video in the future on them.
Just measured my shield 45 comparing the 43X. Same exact size. I like
They're great guns
Just bought a 43. I have a 43x but find that it prints too much with longer handle. What is the best IWB holster for these guns?
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I’m still debating on my 2nd gun between G43 vs G26. I already have the G19.... what can you recommend? Do I need to get a subcompact? G43 or G26?
See which fits your hand better. The shirt grip on the 26 isn't as comfortable for me.
@@BoomStickTactical Thank you, maybe I'll check on both first.
43x mos. You won't regret it
Did your glock 43x come with the barrel beveled at the end like that? I have looked on a lot of websites and none of them come like that. I would like to buy one with the beveled barrel.
Yes. The 43x comes with the bevel on the end of the slide. It helps with reholstering
BoomStick Tactical thank you for your reply 💯
@@devine532 I try to respond to everyone if I can. It can be difficult at times.
Which one would you recommend more for a first time owner?
Try to get both in your hands to see which one feels better. Both are great guns.
Hey All. Im a smaller 5'5 in height Armed Guard. Serious question, since i am on the smaller side, is it safe to say a smaller grip is better for smaller hands?
I have carried a S&W Shield for 6 years and recently picked up the 43X and it feels way better in my hand.
They're great
How did you put that beartail on your g19 gen3??? i think just gen 5 allow us to change the beavertail
It's not a Gen 3. It's a Gen 4
@@BoomStickTactical glad to know it, thx
Wow great comparison! Finally what I was looking for ! 43x it is !!! Thank you for this video !!!!! 😊
Thanks for watching
Went from a G17 to a 43x for edc, it carries great. I only wish it had the rougher grip texture like the other Gen 5's have, would be 100% perfect.
You can get the talon grips for them.
@@BoomStickTactical I might have to try them, used to have the sand paper version on my G17 that worked extremely well here in AZ with desert shooting/120 degree weather.
I use the rubber talons and I’m happy with it
Awesome información thanks 43x👍🏾
Thanks for watching
Coincidence I own both & Love Them!💥
They're great guns
WAITING TO PICK UP MY 43X HERE IN UP STATE NEW YORK. CAN'T WAIT TO TAKE IT OUT TO THE RANGE. BUT NOW YOU HAVE ME THINKING OF LOOKING INTO THE G19. BECAUSE I SOLD MY G36. CAN NEVER HAVE TO MANY GLOCKS.
I'm glad to have both. The g19 is only slightly larger
Should I go for 43x or Glock 19 gen3?
It depends on which one fits your hand the best.
Perfect comparison. Trying to decide or get a G23 again cause I sold mine and needed money.
That's a decision only you can make
You mentioned doing pistol classes with the 19, would you do the same pistol classes with the 43x? Wondering because im about to sign up and the instructor told me to better to train with a full size. Thanks (its a 3 day course from basic to advanced)
Yes I would. The grip is thinner but it works very well.
Train with the gun youre going to fight with
Why get comfortable with something that’s going to live in your safe or night table?
I use a 19 for my bedside with combat light. 43x with SA 15 round magazine for my edc.
I've been trying to get some of those mags but they're always out of stock
BoomStick Tactical have them email when in stock. They go fast.
Have 19x and 43x. EDC is the 43x with Shield Arms 15 and same for backup Mag. Both are great. You are spot on for a pocket gun. Do when wearing shorts in a Pocket Holster. Good review or comparison. Thanks
The magazines are available more often now, I have three of them and they work awesome
@@BoomStickTactical *In stock now*
Luv’ them both
Me too
I had to get both of these great guns,19 and 43X. My 15 rd. 43X is my backup gun to everything.
You can't go wrong with a Glock
I like the g48. Not too big and not too small. Haven’t shot a 43x tho. I have a 43 so I should swap the slide on sometime lol.
They're great guns
Yes it's very annoying when other guys just read off the dimension specs in a video. It's like I can look up the specs online but show me what they look like ! This video does that ..amen brother 👌👌
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Glad to help. I tried finding videos comparing them when I was looking at buying one. Couldn't find any so after I bought it I made my own video because I knew others would be looking also
Notice how the barrel hood on the 43X is angled? Never noticed that until now lol.
Thanks for watching
Its slimmer and smoother overall, compared to the G19.
Am I the only one who likes the look of a Glock? It has really grown on me
Nope, I like them also
I like them too, for overall military use as part of the loadout. Light and always easy to bring along and ready for action. But, If I would use the sidearm as my primary and only in a tactial sotuation I´d go for the SIG 320 if I could choose.
No comparison. The 43x with Shield Arms mags is hands down the best conceal carry 9mm ever made.
Bold statement I know. But name me another pistol this light with this much capacity in a flush
magazine.
But being small doesn't affect shoot-ability at 25 yards. The full grip gives me a lot of control. I'm getting same or better groupings at that distance than my
CZ P09
CZ SP01
Jericho 941
Canik TP9SA
So now my carry pistol and range pistol is one in the same.
I'm no Glock Fan boy but Cot Damn it's a great pistol.
They're a very good pistol
Please make a video when you shot at 25 yards with the G43X!
@Brandon Nelson do your own testing. If something is 100% to you go with it.
I don’t believe in hear say.
Does the 43X come with extra pieces like the 17 in the 19 the for better hand grip?
Nope.
You need the Shield Armour 15rd mag for the Glock 43x. It’s worth the extra 5 bullets
I've got them and have a couple videos on them.
I like the Glock 19 gen 3. I find it to be thinner than the gen 4. When it comes to the 3X. I would consider it, with the "New 15 round-set-up". The Glock 43x, by the time I get a new mag release and buy the special mags, I think I am looking at about 100.00. In addition, my glock 19`s 2 gen 4 and 1 gen 3-by the time I upgrade the parts I feel as a must, I am looking at 3-400.00. This includes the sights, aluminum rear plate, grip plug & a NDZ extended slide release. That is what I can think of with out going all the way I really want.
You can't go wrong with a Glock.
Primary carry, Backup gun, etc. For you, yes, but tons of people consider the forty-three X their primary carry all-purpose gun for good reason. Most people have never and will never get into a gunfight and actually need the extra rds. AND the weight of the larger gun. Stats seem to bear that out.
The 43x will work fine for that also, especially with the shield arms mags
My glock 19 is my primary carry gun. And I like carrying a 4inch barrel pistol for the velocity and the slightly longer site radius. And as a retired federal law enforcement officer and firearms intructor, a four inch barrel is the medium barrel length I want to carry
Thing main thing that led me to that decision was the Miami shootout. And some of the agents were useing 2 inch revolvers. And for a while I carried a 2inch colt cobra basically as a off duty handgun or a backup. But it became real clear that it really wasn't the best choice I could make. And my Browning highpower was a decent backup handgun to carry. But soon after I retired I began to look for a personal carry handgun as my primary handgun. And as I had handled a glock19, I was interested in it's weight and ease of carry. And since it filled my list of what I was looking for, and I haven't looked back. As a matter of fact I got a glock23 also. And I'm afraid the rumors of it's demise are premature. And the 40 cal is basically tied with the 45 acp statistically from a 4 inch glock 23 and holds more ammo. And before the 45 acp crowd Saddles up to lynch me. Study the recent study done by Greg Eloquest. And I've probably spelled his name wrong. But his study of 1800 shootings is probably the most researched effectiveness of not only hand gun calibers but rifle and shotguns. Since the same type of Evan Marshall in the late 70s or early 80s. And showed the most effective handgun caliber was a 357 125 grain hollowpoint fired from a 4 inch barrel revolver. And was confirmed by another disciple of Jeff Cooper. And I own a colt 1911 and it's a great handgun. But so is my glock 23 and a hold lot lighter to carry concealed. Especially in the hot high humidity during the summers were I live. And to be honest a ar9 or ar15 or a 12guage beats any handgun.
You won't go wrong with a Glock 19. I've got a couple of them.
48 is a thin 19 if you use the Shield 15 round mag. I own a 43X and use the shield steel fifteen round mags with a aftermarket mag release that is also metal and have not had a problem at all with reliability. Love it and the 48.
Stick with factory mags. I've had shield mags fail. Got a video on it
Do you still carry this 4 years later. I picked up a 43x used about 5 months ago and Keeping it all Glock Stock OEM but some talon grips. Also use OEM mags. Love love love the 43x. 1500 rounds through it and only 2 malfunctions and mainly my fault for limp wristed. Great video. Awesome seeing that this gun is more relevant than ever 4 years later. Now subbed.
Yep. Was carrying it today
Real good review but I wish you would have put the forty-three X on a scale.
It’s a big difference between the two even with the sa15 mags in the 43x. Both are in my carry cycle. The 19 is still a light pistol for its size but requires one more notch on the belt compared to the 43x
I'll see about making another video on them soon.
I actually went to my gun shop looking at getting either the Springfield Hellcat or Sig P365. Well neither felt right in hand then he pulled out the 43x and it was like it was molded to my hand that alone sold me on the 43x.
They're great guns
I have a 43x but thinking about getting a 19 again for cc as I think the size difference is negligible for appendix and Ive come to not 100% trust my s15 mags. I trust the glock mags more and that peace of mind is worth it to me.
The g19 is worth it
The grip length is what matters to me on a carry gun. So if the grip length is the same as the G19, in my opinion, the 43x becomes obsolete. Why carry a non railed and less capacity choice for no reason? The standard G43 with 2 round extension plates allows my pinky to stay on the grip, but doesn't lengthen it to a G19 (or 43x) status. I've found in a smaller pistol, that I much prefer the current gen M&P Shield, or even the Walther pps m2. I sold off all three of those guns though because I found myself only carrying the G19. If I were to buy another tiny pistol, I would go back to the Walther because it's cheap, reliable, and shoots much better for me personally.
Its about concealment. The 43x doesn't print as much as the 19. With a 15 round mag it's the perfect backup gun
@@BoomStickTactical and that's fine if it works. I'll stay with the G19 lol.
The 43X takes what's good about the Shield and the G19 to make what I consider the best conceal carry 9mm.
Now if Glock and only make a 45acp version of the 43x.
That would be cool if they did make a 45 version
G36x maybe?
I gave my 43x to my wife I edc a 19 in a txc pro and carry a spare mag with a plus 5 .im more confident with my 19 and always have a fun stick near by and I like that so thst im still in the fight if someone was using a rifle ive never heard any one in a gun fight complaining couse that have to much amo ,also with the 43x and 48 using the oem magazine for self defense would be my way i hate using aftermarket mags for self defense. But whatever floats your boat just my opinion. I think they stuff rounds in mags and with 43x the springs are really compressed on last few rounds feel like the springs a r e going to ware quickly but we will see. 30+years of the 19 and it has gone through a lot of stuff from wars to self defense so thats why I love the 19s.
Then19 is my go to gun most of the time. The 43x is for when I need more concealability
My 2 favorite guns are the Glock 19 and the Taurus g2c I’ve been looking into getting a 43x
You will like them also
I have both the g2c and the 43x.. not sure why but the 43x feels a tad bit slimmer.. but the g2c has a much better trigger.. plus double strike capable as well.. I just wonder which will last longer.. the g3 full size is really nice too
Why does everyone knock the silver slide on the 43x? I think it looks good and prefer it over the black.
Everyone has their own preferences. I'm just not a fan of it but perfectly understand that some people like it
It looks cheap and cheesy imo
I hated the silver slide, I'm now considering the 43x since u can get black..just personal opinion
Agreed...
Mine has the silver slide I like it ok. You can definitely see if it's clean or not!
19 for bedside table with light and 43x for personal protection
They're both great
You rock bro!
Thanks
Hmm Well, I was pretty set on a Glock 19 MOS Gen5, but now I am very interested in the Glock 43X. My hands are smaller and it might be a better fit if the quality and shoot is pretty much the same.
The 43x is a great pistol
I’m 43 going on 44. Never had a gun although I have gone to a gun store with range to shoot (once). Any tips for a first time gun buyer. Best first time gun. Best way to get training. Texas resident here
Go to a range that will let you rent different guns so you can try a few out. Stay with the major manufacturers like Glock, Sig M&P, CZ, Canik. And get training from a reputable instructor that goes beyond the basic safety class.
I don't mind the extra length. I think my first Glock is going to be the 19. I like your sight too.
I've got a video on the sights. Thanks for watching
Love me a 19.
I love both
Have the 19 43 and just purchased the 43x. Always used the pinky extension on the 43 so I just picked up a 43x
I like the 43x the grip is much better than the 43
BurnBarrelBryan Enjoy brother.
@@BoomStickTactical fknj
the comparison should be 43X v Glock 26 as the barrel lengths are same but the grip is longer in the 43X than the 26.
. The 19 should be compared against the Glock 48...the barrel lengths are approximately the same. Bothe 43X and 48 are thinner than the 19 and 26.
People wanted to see this comparison. The grip on the 26 doesn't fit my hand well and is why I don't own one.
Glock 43x is a just a Glock 19 frame with a Glock 43 Slide and barrel love my 43x definitely buying a Glock 17 gen 5 soon for my next Glock I caved in and got out of the steel frame cz75b and 1911 handguns that I wanted something practical for carry but I'm buying a Glock 17 for my second Glock for carry use as well.
The 43x is much narrower than the 19.
If you’re a smaller built guy you can carry both equally the same. I appendix carry and don’t print with either. I prefer to carry the G19 for accuracy , recoil management and confidence.
The glock 19 is great
With the shield arms 15-round flush-fit mags we now have a conceslable Glock 19 in 43x wardrobe....a no brainer for so mamy of us
Make sure your mags are reliable. Some have had issues. They even released a new generation of them.
@@BoomStickTactical yes..received 3 gen 2 mags plus mag release today. Good friend owns Gun Rack has had the 43x with the shield arms mags for about 6 months with no problems so am hoping for as good results.....fingers crossed they are as good as people say......thanks for the comment...can nevet have enough good info
Let’s just be real here the biggest difference is the thickness that’s just about it. You mentioned the 43x is MUCH shorter than the 19 and it’s really not lol Its shorter but not as much as you make it seem. I own both and carry both but definitely prefer the 43x with shield arms 15 round mags over my 19 simply because it’s thinner. Nice comparison though!
Size and weight. The little things make a big difference
I think the biggest difference is the shooting. The 19 is a lot easier to shoot and handle due to the low recoil. While the 43x is a bit snappy with high recoil.
I have a Sig P365 NRA and really love that little gun. Also have the Glock 43X and really really love that little gun I think the 43X would squeeze out a close first place between it and the Sig.
It's hard to go wrong with a Glock
Both great guns but it really does come down to what you like and what feels better for you.
I liked my 48 so much I had to get a 43x
Cool.
I think the 48 is the best of both words full fighting gun in a carry package
You can now put the Shield Arms S15 magazine (same size as original magazine) on the Glock 43x and G48 and have 15+1 ROUNDS CAPACITY! and that makes the G43x and G48 the winners for conceal carry (no brainer).
Yep if you can find them
@@BoomStickTactical It is such a game changer that is out of stock, but soon they will fix the supply problem and maybe made similar options to improve the G42 and other Glock models. Maybe the G19 with 20+ rounds magazine of the same size as the original mag is near.
Does half a inch on the barrel make that much if a difference carrying?
At defensive ranges, no but the big difference between these two is the thickness.
@@BoomStickTactical it's funny you said that cause a few videos later i noticed how thin it was in comparison. Not gonna lie Im leaning at the 43x now that we got those 15rd shield arms mags
I put a RMR on both these pistols and I shoot them both as accurately at 10 yds the 43x is my EDC
Great choice
43x my next purchase. Thanks
Good choice!
Ive got a 19. Upgraded trigger shoots like a dream however I wear pants like Patrick Swayze and I cannot concealed carry. So I need a smaller pistol and this may be it.
They're great. Also look into the shield arms mags. 15 round flush fit.
Can those fixed sights be replaced on 43x? Thanx
Yes, all Glocks have replaceable sights
Why in the world did they release this without a rail? Had they just included the rail (even the P365 has a rail), then with an S-15 mag I could see this as a "1-gun" replacement for the 19 + smaller carry gun. Some users will opt out because they cannot put their light on the 43X. Just, WHY? Serious question, is it cost? Appearance? What?
The frame is much more narrower than most railed guns. It would require a line of accessories specifically for the narrow frame.
Great video 43X great choice.
They're great guns
Is there more felt recoil with the 43x?
Slightly yes
Yes...I have fired each and the 43’s recoil is typical for this size pistol. They are both great pistols.
only gripe i have with the 43x is there is no rail :(
im kinda leaning toward the glock 19
I saw a version of 43X black with the rail. Just google it - it's there. But maybe only for Europe? You have to check this out for yourself.
The frame is narrower than other models and few if any accessories would be available for it.
@@BoomStickTactical Not only narrower but shorter as well. That's right, not many accessories would be available...
In Europe the 48 and 43X are sold with a rail...
I’ve specifically not bought one since the EU railed version with SureFire light was leaked. I’ll wait for it to hit the US.
I have both and consider the GLOCK's to be the best. I wish Glock would make the grips with more grip texture.
The talon grips may help.