I have gone through many micro 9s and had a 43x as my first. After all these guns I’m going back to the 43x for iwb carry. Just so comfortable in hand and very easy to control. It might not have the flashy features and mag size as other guns but it’s reliable and customizable and that’s the biggest selling point for me.
Can’t argue with it, it is utterly reliable. As long as you’re comfortable, spending more money to get it up to comparable feature sets of other micro 9 pistols, right out of the box, you do you. At the end of the day Handguns are like cell phones and laptops, highly individualized, and fit finish to the person and their individual needs. Even though you’re spending more money, the upside is you will get a custom gunThat is exactly how you like it and fits like a glove. That’s an advantage of Glock, all the aftermarket parts allow you to essentially turn it into the Lego gun, the only feature that you can’t change is the grip angle. I think that grip angle is natural, just as Gaston Glock said it was, in one of his interviews. I have a love-hate relationship with Glock. Hate the price to get it up to my standards, love the reliability and the customization. Good choice. Don’t let the haters deter you, also I believe every new gun owners first handgun should be a Glock. :-)
Canik all day for me! Better sights, better trigger, cheaper, less recoil due to the tungsten slide, etc. Though I'd love to add another Glock alongside my Glock 20!
i really hope glock makes a MC9 equivalent; as in a double stack micro 9 with that holds 12rounds flush. With the canik, you can get a 2.5-finger grip, while a g26 can only do 2fingers
The slide on the 43x is actually a bit longer if you look. And the slide on the Glock seems to be thicker than the Canik. I like both of these options I’d probably go with the 43x tho mainly to do aero’s. I love that the canik has an oem 12 but with my edc Area’s and reliability are top notch for me.
The Glock 43x slide is much thinner and that’s what I was saying that the 43x is longer. I can understand that! It’s all about how it feels in your hand. Respect
I own one glock a 42 and it’s been the only pistol I have purchased that did not work right out of the box. It’s also very easy to limp wrist it I have had all kinds of issues with it stove pipe jams failure to eject spent cases I do not trust that pistol and it’s collecting dust in my safe.Canik is crushing it my mc9 has had zero issues. My Taurus g3c worked right out of the box a Taurus but not glock and yeah I understand I’m comparing two 9mm to a .380 but I have fired a few types of fmj 380 and have had issues with all the brands. I’ll spend less money and buy canik cause I’m my experience and I’m an example of one but yeah glock is leaving a bad taste in my mouth and that sucks cause I like the size and feel in the hand of that little glock but if it don’t work it is what it is.
Update: The PSA Micro Dagger 15 rd. mags work great in the 43x and without changing out the mag release and at nearly half the cost of the Shield mags. We're all lucky to be living in the "golden age" of concealed carry. But luck won't keep it going. For the money I'll keep my G43x.
I picked the Canik METE MC9 as I have had 2 Glock's & did not like the brick feel. I do think Glock makes a very good handgun but just not for me. Love my Canik METE MC9.
The Canik TP9 Elite SC is the Canik that compares to, and beats, the Glock 26. It is one sweet shooting gun and shares magazines with the MC9, 12 and 15 rounders.
Seems like reports are saying the later Canik METE MC9's are good to go now, They changed the two spring recoil spring to a single spring in the newer ones and they seem to be rockin right out the box with no issues. The ones with issues are being fixed with a new recoil spring from Canik.
Pretty much the exact same size and similar shooting. The MC9 has the better trigger. I carry both but am leaning more towards the MC9 now that I finally got a decent holster for it.
I love my Mete MC9. Shoots almost as well as my subcompact CZ's. Having said that, I am sending it in for repair. Magazines hang up about 1/2" after ejecting. Not cool for EDC. I knew this was a problem before buying it. The trigger is awesome. Very accurate. When I get it back from Century, I have a nice Muddy River Tactical holster for it. Vedder makes a better holster, but they don't make one for the MC9 yet. I carried it a bit before sending it in. It's the first gun I can carry AIWB and sit down with it holstered. My CZ hammer fire's poke me in the gut with the big beavertails.
Fixed my MC9 mag drop problem without spending a dime or sending it back. The magazine catch doesn't travel enough and creates friction. I trimmed mine slightly with a dremmel and it works perfectly. The mags drop out freely as they should. Have fun!
Hard to go wrong with either one , but the Glock is a more serviceable platform the Canik not so much ( good luck getting parts ) . Nice job young buck . K
Some say you have to break it in some so if it’s not functioning immediately, I’m worried about the future. If all you can shoot is a Glock, then stay there and speak not 😆
@@spnfirearms that's a opinion the US military opinion is completely different than yours sorry I'll take a SIG P320 or a Walther PDP , PPQ , P99 Shadow Systems 920 or a PSA Dagger over a Glock 19 or 17 Glocks fail to
@@spnfirearms my 379 dollar Arex Delta Gen2 X model has been very reliable and dependable it's lighter slimmer has a 19+1 magazine capacity has metal sights feels better in the hand has a better trigger than a Glock and shoots as good as any Glock 19 or 19X or Glock 45 model for over 200 dollars less vs the comparable Glock model and if you upgraded the Glocks sights and trigger would cost you another 200 plus so you could buy 2 Arex Delta's Gen2s with the Glocks price with metal sights and trigger upgtades
The Glock just has a name for itself already. The Canik is still up and coming. Give it time, you may speaking a different tune. I have an MC9 and that thing is pretty slick.
Best selling handguns in 2022 are not Glock 19 or 26 #1 SIG P320 #2 SIG P365 so it looks like the King Glock 26 has been dethroned and it's not because these SIG models are unbelievably cheap
@@spnfirearms I just had a bad experience with the mc9 I was very excited to finally get one, after putting 250 rds down it, the mc9 started ftf and light primer strikes! With various ammo, it was going to replace my 43x, but but after not being reliable for edc imo I sold to a local shop! I wish it would have function for my needs! Gl bud👊
Why do people seem to forget the MC9 takes the larger Canik mags??? That's a huge feature!!
I currently have the 20 round mag with my MC9 and no issues!
Soon as the employee at the gun store said that i gave up my card like a bully take lunch money😭😭
happened to me too @@Booghitemup
Nah. We don't buy micro 9's to make them larger.
@ it called a back up mag my guy
The MC9 is my next purchase. If it's half as good as all my other Caniks, it is a great handgun.
I have gone through many micro 9s and had a 43x as my first. After all these guns I’m going back to the 43x for iwb carry. Just so comfortable in hand and very easy to control. It might not have the flashy features and mag size as other guns but it’s reliable and customizable and that’s the biggest selling point for me.
Can’t argue with that! Respect!
I mean that 15 round shield arms mag is crazy
Can’t argue with it, it is utterly reliable. As long as you’re comfortable, spending more money to get it up to comparable feature sets of other micro 9 pistols, right out of the box, you do you. At the end of the day Handguns are like cell phones and laptops, highly individualized, and fit finish to the person and their individual needs. Even though you’re spending more money, the upside is you will get a custom gunThat is exactly how you like it and fits like a glove. That’s an advantage of Glock, all the aftermarket parts allow you to essentially turn it into the Lego gun, the only feature that you can’t change is the grip angle. I think that grip angle is natural, just as Gaston Glock said it was, in one of his interviews. I have a love-hate relationship with Glock. Hate the price to get it up to my standards, love the reliability and the customization. Good choice. Don’t let the haters deter you, also I believe every new gun owners first handgun should be a Glock. :-)
Can't go wrong vs Can't go wrong.
Exactly! Flip a coin!
Actually with which you can go wrong? Most modern polymer striker pistols are reliable. Its a very personal decision of which you can shoot the best .
Canik all day for me! Better sights, better trigger, cheaper, less recoil due to the tungsten slide, etc. Though I'd love to add another Glock alongside my Glock 20!
I love my 43x with the Sheild mags never an issue ever! Also 16 rounds is a game changer hands down!
i really hope glock makes a MC9 equivalent; as in a double stack micro 9 with that holds 12rounds flush. With the canik, you can get a 2.5-finger grip, while a g26 can only do 2fingers
That would be great.
The slide on the 43x is actually a bit longer if you look. And the slide on the Glock seems to be thicker than the Canik.
I like both of these options I’d probably go with the 43x tho mainly to do aero’s. I love that the canik has an oem 12 but with my edc Area’s and reliability are top notch for me.
The Glock 43x slide is much thinner and that’s what I was saying that the 43x is longer. I can understand that! It’s all about how it feels in your hand. Respect
This MC9 is growing on me. I have to admit it
G48 with PSA Micro Dagger Mags is the way to go.
Walther P99 with 17rd mag
@@dsgn8iontermn8r64 That's good too. Also, SIG P365XL with +2 magguts or 17rd Extentions.
I own one glock a 42 and it’s been the only pistol I have purchased that did not work right out of the box. It’s also very easy to limp wrist it I have had all kinds of issues with it stove pipe jams failure to eject spent cases I do not trust that pistol and it’s collecting dust in my safe.Canik is crushing it my mc9 has had zero issues. My Taurus g3c worked right out of the box a Taurus but not glock and yeah I understand I’m comparing two 9mm to a .380 but I have fired a few types of fmj 380 and have had issues with all the brands. I’ll spend less money and buy canik cause I’m my experience and I’m an example of one but yeah glock is leaving a bad taste in my mouth and that sucks cause I like the size and feel in the hand of that little glock but if it don’t work it is what it is.
Update: The PSA Micro Dagger 15 rd. mags work great in the 43x and without changing out the mag release and at nearly half the cost of the Shield mags. We're all lucky to be living in the "golden age" of concealed carry. But luck won't keep it going. For the money I'll keep my G43x.
Rack the slide more and the drag will disappear. That tight fit is evidence of quality tolerance.
Reliability clearly doesn't matter once you put in after market mags. So reliability argument doesn't enter the conversation after that
I picked the Canik METE MC9 as I have had 2 Glock's & did not like the brick feel. I do think Glock makes a very good handgun but just not for me. Love my Canik METE MC9.
Just picked one up trying it out tomorrow. Can't wait
Mc9 allows for left and right hand use too
This is a very nice comparison video of the Glock and MC9.
I will like to see it compared with the 26. Looks like a great gun.
I got you!
I had a 26, the two finger grip just did not work for me. That’s why I use a 43x mos and Glock 19 mos for summer, winter.
The Canik TP9 Elite SC is the Canik that compares to, and beats, the Glock 26. It is one sweet shooting gun and shares magazines with the MC9, 12 and 15 rounders.
@@boblaws9851they’re both comparable to the 26. Difference is barrel and slide length.
What red dot do you have for your canik mete mc9? I have one and need a red dot
Your 43x looks amazing. Who did the od green cerakote for you? I'm looking to get mine done but Glockstore has some horrendous reviews
I was going to get a masada slim but leaning more towards a g43x mos with the lighter weight (for jogging)
Both are great but much more options for the 43x when it comes to holsters, sights, aftermarket parts etc.
I was surprised when u showed the width difference, i really thought the canik was thicker
What 43x slide replacement is that and where from?
Mc9 shoots a lot better imo. However, they simply had way to many issues for me when I was buying. So I went with the 43x
Fair enough! Respect!
Seems like reports are saying the later Canik METE MC9's are good to go now, They changed the two spring recoil spring to a single spring in the newer ones and they seem to be rockin right out the box with no issues. The ones with issues are being fixed with a new recoil spring from Canik.
@@davidwarren3433 Just picked one up taking it to the range tomorrow.
I have a Glock 27, how much more narrow is the mc9, is it there actually a felt noticeable difference in the waist ?
It’s like .1” thinner. Not a noticeable different while carrying
Does the stippling on your 43x help with the squishiness of the frame? I hate my 43x because every time I grip it is flexes waaaaay too much.
It helps with gripping it for sure! They are handleit edge series grips!
I’m thinking about getting a hooper gun works slide for my 43x. Online it says for 43 gen 1-3. Will this still work on my 43x if it’s gen 5?
Yes! All 43 slides are interchange with the 43x!
@@spnfirearms what about the internal parts? I would be getting s stripped slide and swapping it over.
Does the chamber loaded indicator throw crap onto the front of your RDS?
No it doesn’t! It’s been just fine!
Bro what’s the color code on that 23 slide??
Thoughts on the new Shadow System Cr920P? Maybe vs xl Spectre?
I haven’t had the chance to shoot it yet but I’ll get there! Give me some time!
@@spnfirearms no doubt! Still waiting for NY permit, no rush 🤣
@@jamesvia5 haha fair enough! I hope you get it! Respect
@@spnfirearms appreciate it, looking forward to a FN Reflex rundown too😎
Can you compare the Canik’s height with the 15rd mag to the G26 height with the 15rd SLR mag … maybe a weight comparison too. Thanks
Yes I got you!
What red dot is on the glock43x
Cyelee cat pro!
What's the contrast with the Shield+? Good stuff buddy!
I got that video coming soon! Stay tuned!
@@spnfirearms gotta say, you're the only pewtuber I've come across that shows love for both S&W + Glock, respectfully.
Pretty much the exact same size and similar shooting. The MC9 has the better trigger. I carry both but am leaning more towards the MC9 now that I finally got a decent holster for it.
@@boblaws9851 thanks for the feedback
put the pinky extender on the 12 rd mag
I love my Mete MC9. Shoots almost as well as my subcompact CZ's. Having said that, I am sending it in for repair. Magazines hang up about 1/2" after ejecting. Not cool for EDC. I knew this was a problem before buying it. The trigger is awesome. Very accurate. When I get it back from Century, I have a nice Muddy River Tactical holster for it. Vedder makes a better holster, but they don't make one for the MC9 yet. I carried it a bit before sending it in. It's the first gun I can carry AIWB and sit down with it holstered. My CZ hammer fire's poke me in the gut with the big beavertails.
Fixed my MC9 mag drop problem without spending a dime or sending it back.
The magazine catch doesn't travel enough and creates friction. I trimmed mine slightly with a dremmel and it works perfectly. The mags drop out freely as they should.
Have fun!
I have heard they all do this mine does as well if you don’t grip it as hard it falls right out
Love my Glock 43X!! I’m running the 15 rd PSA mags
I still need to order those mags!
Respect!
This has wild recoil what are you talking about out
These are beautiful 🎯
Exactly I like the 43x but I can't stand that the magazine is not flush
Agreed! Respect
Hard to go wrong with either one , but the Glock is a more serviceable platform the Canik not so much ( good luck getting parts ) . Nice job young buck . K
Yes agreed. Well said. Respect and thanks for watching
Some say you have to break it in some so if it’s not functioning immediately, I’m worried about the future.
If all you can shoot is a Glock, then stay there and speak not 😆
Please do a review on the canik mc9 drop safety, with the firing pin indicator. I've seen other channels talking about it.
What red dot do you have in the mete mc9?
Romero zero!
Shield Plus vs Canik Mete
Coming this week!
Both are good
I say go with the G43X because it accepts Glock Mags :P
Haha Glock mag* Glock only makes one magazine for the Glock 43x. It takes 10 rounds. Everything else is after market and reliability begins to suffer
@@spnfirearms PSA Micro Dagger Mags have been working flawlessly with no need to swap mag release. 😎
But the Canik can take big brother's 20 round mags
MC9 is basically a micro Walther P99 that l would consider superior to any factory Glock
0 chance. Canik is a completely different company, complete different quality control and Glocks reliability is superior to almost all brands
@@spnfirearms that's a opinion the US military opinion is completely different than yours sorry I'll take a SIG P320 or a Walther PDP , PPQ , P99 Shadow Systems 920 or a PSA Dagger over a Glock 19 or 17 Glocks fail to
@@spnfirearms my 379 dollar Arex Delta Gen2 X model has been very reliable and dependable it's lighter slimmer has a 19+1 magazine capacity has metal sights feels better in the hand has a better trigger than a Glock and shoots as good as any Glock 19 or 19X or Glock 45 model for over 200 dollars less vs the comparable Glock model and if you upgraded the Glocks sights and trigger would cost you another 200 plus so you could buy 2 Arex Delta's Gen2s with the Glocks price with metal sights and trigger upgtades
@@spnfirearms It does not change the fact that a Canik is actually a better clone of the Walther P99! Glocks have problems like everyone else too.
Glock 26L
Love it!
put a glock 26 hogue grip on that mc9 and you will thank me and buy me a beer, and probably sell that glock 43 lol. Enjoy :)
Is that the same Hogue grip I bought for my 43x? Omg that grip change the 43x sooo much. If that does for the mc9 I will buy that gun also...
Love them both but Glock 26 will always be KING
Couldn’t have said it any better myself. This comment will be pinned!
@BiggFisk1744 yessir! Respect
Yup, the king of Austria. Here, not so much.
The Glock just has a name for itself already. The Canik is still up and coming. Give it time, you may speaking a different tune. I have an MC9 and that thing is pretty slick.
Best selling handguns in 2022 are not Glock 19 or 26 #1 SIG P320 #2 SIG P365 so it looks like the King Glock 26 has been dethroned and it's not because these SIG models are unbelievably cheap
43x mos 🏆
Respect!
@@spnfirearms I just had a bad experience with the mc9 I was very excited to finally get one, after putting 250 rds down it, the mc9 started ftf and light primer strikes! With various ammo, it was going to replace my 43x, but but after not being reliable for edc imo I sold to a local shop! I wish it would have function for my needs! Gl bud👊
Canik all day everyday.
Respect!
Mc9 all time 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼