I really appreciate your feed back, as I am new to the shooting world. Thank you for your review on the Glock 48. This is my very first gun, so this makes me feel more comfortable familarizing along with professional certified classes. So thank you again and Hello from Guam.
I wanted to only have one gun to carry, but different circumstances require different ways or carrying. Options is never a bad thing tbh. Keep up the good work! You’ve carried a shorter amount of time than me, but I still have learned so much from you!
Just watched this review today as someone trying to decide between a 43x and a 48. The combination of reviews on TH-cam have been great. Excellent review and very impressive for only 2 years in. Wish everybody would take your path.
@@juice3o3 Yeah actually just picked up a 43X today. Have it torn apart now adding a few things to it. I went with the 43X after watching several videos say how minimal the velocity increase was with the 48 and basically same accuracy. Decided why carry the extra length for little if any advantage? If I’m so inclined to get one I can buy a 48 slide and throw it on this receiver.
I moved from a Glock 19 MOS to the Glock 48 MOS when I discovered the Shield S15 magazine. It was important to me that I have the 15 round capability AND the Glock 48 fit my hand so much better. Like you, I added the Striker control device.
10 plus one is plenty because it was designed for the 43x, but some wanted a slightly longer barrel so they got it. Now there are other companies that make 43x/48 magazines like pro mag and Palmetto State/PSA Armory ( which are great by the way)so shield arms aren’t the only ones anymore, either way, my Shield magazines work flawlessly after 1 year with the gen2 or gen3 version even when TH-camrs are posting issues with them. Either way, I only use the 15-rounders, now they make 10% extra power springs to add confidence and longevity.
Wow you literally hit ALL the main points for me. I bought this as my first EDC piece, and I chose it for the exact reasons you talked about! I would've chose the 43x as well if my hands fit it better, but I just love the formidability of my 48 much more than the 43x. Keep up the good work!
i actually just purchased the 48 mos and im watching every video under the sun. i like this video, i saw the 20 round magazine but they wanted over 80 dollars for it and there's absolutely no way i'd ever consider it. im glad you used your equipment and had it fail in a controlled safe enviroment. i wouldnt carry the 20 round period now. so thank you for being honest!
I was running Shield Arms mags in my 43x for a bit. One trip to the range they worked flawlessly. Another trip, they were misfeeding every 3-4 rounds. Talked to my gunsmith and he said nearly everyone he's installed the mag release for has ended up having it taken back out because of similar reliability issues. It's a great system when it works, but I just can't trust it.
The hyve release is the answer. It's hard Aluminum, not steel, and that's why it's not suggested to use them. 2,800 rounds through the shield mags with the hyve release and no issues. Also you can use the oem mags with the hyve release without damaging the mags like with the hardened steel Shield release
+100 on the SCD!! I'm a VERY experienced gunner and I'm not really worried about an ND with AIWB, but I like the cheap insurance of the SCD. I run them on ALL my Glocks. PS Great video! First one of yours I've seen, but I'll be watching more!
As long as you're competent and comfortable with both guns, there's nothing wrong with having the P365 for deep carry and something a little bigger for regular use. It helps that they have similar triggers and sights. Most gun people have different guns for different carry uses. I always leave glasses, earmuffs, and a mag loader in my bag at all times. Forgetting the mag loader is really annoying with anything other than a 1911 in .45AARP.
In my 30 year law enforcement career, I’ve carried almost everything and still carry different platforms based on what my needs are. For deep concealment at the gym, I’m carrying a Ruger LCP Max. Yes, a 380. While inferior to 9, I’ve been to plenty of homicides where the 380 was used, so that fits the bill.
Your comment on grip angle. Everyone says Glock grip angle is not natural. Use your finger to point with your arm strait out. Now look at your wrist angle. I was always told Glock sucks until I shot one. I sold my P320 and M&Ps and replaced them with Glocks. I shot Glocks better. I also have a old 48 and new 43x MOS with the C&H plate. Never came loose. Still use stock sights blacked out as back up. I have shot them with the dot turned off. No issues with the plate. I never considered the S15 magazines. OEM 10rd only. No regrets.
It is great that there are so many gun options. I loved my glock19 then I found the shield and I loved that for 4 years. I looked at the 43X and wasn't impressed, then I tried a P365 at a range and fell in love with it almost overnight. More capacity, easier to conceal, and as easy for me to shoot as my Shield. I am totally loving my 365X with the 365 grip module and magguts 12 round magazine conversion. 13 rounds as opposed to 8 in my Shield in a smaller gun that actually fits my hand better. I have the manual safety and cut off the right side. I used the grey 365 grip module and cut out a safety notch on the left side only. Perfect EDC for me.
I’m 5’8 155 lb dude and I just carry a Glock 19 only because it’s my work horse for conceal carry and home defense, but I don’t really have the funds to buy a couple guns for different roles
I have a Glock 48 non MOS and love it. I had tried the Shield Arms mags but do not trust them. From what I understand you have to change some other parts to have reliability. Sorry, I will take stock 10 rounders any day. I carry a second mag and a third nearby.
Great well thought out review. I appreciate your efforts. Ive had a 43x for about two years but considering a 48mos. Also have two shield arms gen2 mags new in package for about 9 months. Was going to sell them but may just give them a try now
I have a 43X and Shield Gen 2 mags one with the extension. I have had them since they came out with no issues from the mags or extension. Now PSA has polymer 15 round mags you can use but you have to go back to the factory mag catch. I'm gonna go that route when I catch the PSA mags in stock. Right now everyone is snapping them up soon as they hit the website. I would like to get a 48 upper also for my 43X. Will do eventually !
I just bought a Glock 48 mos today and a couple of shield arms mags and can't wait to shot it. My edc gun is a 365 and I just wanted to try something new. I hope I don't have any problems with the shield mags because that is what I will carry with.
Still in the process of narrling down my options. So far I have shot the 365 XL and the 365. I did prefer the XL but I am waiting to shoot both the 43X and the 48. Before I pick my new carry tool.
Great video I subbed and i also daily a 48. I noticed you put con for optics on the glock but a pro for the sig. Im pretty sure they are cut for the same rmsc footprint so no need for a plate on the glock unless you want to run the holosun and dont want to mod your slide. I run the holosun 507k x2 and no plate. I milled the front (im pretty sure it was the front its been a while) lugs the slide and it fits like a glove!!!!! Its a fairly common mod to do im sure there are a few videos on it
What do you do about your mag release? I assume you installed the metal Shield Arms release but that doesn't work very well with the OEM mags. If you're switching them out for classes and carrying, does that have any effect on ability or consistency or anything else?
Greetings I just bought a G48 MOS,planning to get the Holosun 407k-GR-X2 based on your video and the comment section here, what iron sights do you recommend for this set up? Thanks…!!!
The smaller the gun the better for conceal carry imo. Range shooting is a different story. In a self defense situation, if one arises which is extremely rare, ur not gonna be standing in a perfect position and draw like u do at the range. Capacity for self defense is also irrelevant to me. At the range yea I want more capacity but I’m not shooting my small guns at the range. For conceal carry I wanna be comfortable all the time so I want small and light. The Glock 42 is perfect for me. I’d rather be comfortable for the 99.8% of the time I won’t need the gun. Also I don’t feel an optic is needed on a conceal carry gun. You should be able to hit ur target within 10 yards without an optic. Ur not gonna get into a gun battle from beyond that in self defense.
I’ve watched a lot of your videos and I’m thoroughly impressed with your knowledge and handling of your handguns, especially only being 2 years in. If I could give some advice I’d say don’t get so wrapped up in mag capacity, well placed shots will trump capacity any day. If you can comfortably conceal higher capacity, sure I’d go for it. Just saying don’t get wrapped up into capacity.
Possibly stupid question but just want to clarify does the Mos come with optics already installed or do you have to purchase sperate optics from somewhere else?
The first handgun I ever shot was a p365. I had all of my training, all of my dry-fire practice and all of my live fire practice with the p365. I absolutely love it and I am also fun-sized (5,4 120 lb). When I went to the gun store to purchase a gun specifically for concealed carry I handled every subcompact in the store. When I picked up the Sig p365 it was an ah ha moment for me, it fit me perfectly. After I held it everything else felt bulky and big and even the triggers felt like a stretch for my index finger to reach comfortably. Since then I have purchased a Hellcat and a Sig P320 I enjoy shooting both of them but the p365 is what I consistently carry and I'm the most comfortable and accurate with.
Great review. I did a ton of research before buying my first gun last year and got a P365XL. I liked it but felt uncomfortable carrying it condition 1 appendix. I decided I needed to do a deep dive into the internal safety and became even less comfortable. Further research landed me with the well engineered redundant firing pin block of Glocks and got a 43X. Now I'm comfortable carrying as I should (appendix condition one) and recently got a 48 with light for my bedside gun. I figured It's best to just stick with one grip angle so I've become a diehard Glock fan.
I think this is my issue with the 365XL. I've been a Glock guy for a long time now and haven't owned much else but a hellcat which is a little more stout in the recoil dept than I'd like. I think the grip angle and the really consistent triggers in Glocks is part of the reason why the 365xl just isn't really working for me.
@@user-pz5ju7mw3k Yeah if I could only find one! Actually, the company went out of business and Langdon Tactical has stepped up to release them hopefully soon.
Love my 48. With regards to the mag capacity, the issue is construction material - the polymer glock mags necessarily have thicker walls than the metal shield mags, and so there's less internal space left to stack rounds. Glock could have added another round or two with some modifications to the mag, but probably figured it wasn't worth the trouble of redesigning the mag.
I agree with all of this so much. I bought a p365 first and then transitioned to a 43x. I like the shortness of the 43x but put it in a Darkstar Gear Longboi holster. It’s the length of a Glock 34 but made for a 43x or a 48. Takes care of the keel principle. And man, does a striker control device make everything so much more comfortable. I grew up with SA/DA guns and would like a gadget on every gun I own.
So refreshing to see and hear a true American woman speak about CCW. I can tell you have done your homework and your straightforward responses are on point. I CC two weapons, Shadow Systems and G48. I’m 5’10” & 175 lbs so I’m not a big guy. The Shadow Systems 9mm feels fantastic in my hands with the slight grip angle adjustment and the weight is phenomenal. It’s about the same size of G17 but feels so much lighter. I love the G48. That gun is a WINNER!! Doesn’t pattern and the Shield mags 15 rounders are great. No problems to date. Seems to me you are going in the right direction. Remember, everyone is different, so stay with what works best for you. I served warrants for about 6 years so I’ve had plenty of time to think about the worst case scenarios. My best advice for a fighting weapon is leave 99% of the weapon STOCK. The only thing I would ever consider changing out are the sights. I’ve seen more malfunctions happen when people start fudging around with the triggers. I tried it one time on g17 and BOOM it happened. Never again. Really enjoyed your video. Thanks so much for sharing. I really pray that more women listen to your message and get involved.
I recently added a Wilson Combat grip module to my P365xl and have really been enjoying it. It definitely makes the gun shoot like a larger gun. In fact, while I still *feel* like I can shoot my Glock 19 better, on the clock... they're neck and neck. Just something you may want to try out! (The grip is a little bigger back-to-front which was better for my medium-size man hands) One caution: the texture on the front and back of the WC grip module is VERY aggressive. I filed mine down (slowly) with a file from a multitool for about 5 minutes and now it's just right.
You're obviously an educated person. My husband and I enjoy your videos. He has a profession that requires him to be armed. Keep producing good content. God bless 🙏
I've just purchased a Glock 48 on a whimsical for a great price and I had no idea there was a MOS model. I've not used a Glock in about 5 years. thanks for your advice on this
Thanks for the video. My opinion is that Glock did not make 15 round mags for the 48 & 43x because with the 48 it would be a G19 killer. Thanks for talking about the Shield Arms mags, you have reinforced my decision to get a G19. I carry the 19X & conceal it well so I figure I can conceal the G19 just fine. Thanks again for the great videos & info keep up the good work.
damn... me thinking I kno everything and then she drops the bomb about the Striker Control Device (SCD) and then I had to google and review my life choices so far.
For someone only 2 yrs into her shooting career... wow, I have rarely seen such an intelligent, quality, well thought out and well covered review... I saved this one to show students. Great job!
Glad I never invested into the SA15 mag wave. That wave is now a ripple. Couldn't find them in stock when I wanted them. Now they in stock everywhere and I'm skeptical based on 50/50 reviews. Compared to 98/2 reviews on stock mags.
Another great video. I love the striker control device for Glocks. You don't have to have a manual thumb safety to disengage if you ever need to use your firearm when split seconds count and you get an extra layer of safety when reholstering (especially when I carry Appendix, don't have health insurance, and am the only child in my family to carry on my family's legacy). I personally wouldn't carry a SA mag for my Glock 43x (wished I got a 48 instead) either. Even with the gen 2 mags, I still have a few failure to feed (maybe 1-2 every 200 rounds) to the point where I don't trust them with my life. They're still great for range days, but I carry the standard 10 round Glock mags for conceal carry. That capacity could be better, but I love the ability to get a better full grip compared to most microcompacts with an extended mag on it.
@@JacksonWalter735 With an exception to what happened to the lady here, I found the main cause of those s15 malfunctions were simply from limp wristing. Even with the oem mags, try some TalonGrips.
@@OceansBane wish that was the case for me. I've been shooting Glocks since I was a kid and know better than to limp wrist at this point. I never had any malfunctions with my OEM mags either. I do have the rubber feeling talon grips on mine though. I'm planning on sending it to battle ready arms to get it custom stipple though because my older brother gets the military discount from them (I don't trust myself being able to do a stipple job).
People buy Glocks then make a bunch of changes/mods to it like sights, undercut the trigger guard, stippling grips and slide etc… why not just buy a gun that is to your liking or needs no mods straight out the box and is of equal if not even better quality: like H&K VP9, FN509, or even Whalter PDP 🤷🏽♂️
I’ve got the 365xl and the 48 mos…I’m a guy with medium sized hands, the 365xl’s grip is just too small for me. My support hand feels like it’s always searching for a better support grip. The 48 is ‘just’ enough for me to get a really good grip. It doesn’t hurt that I found the 48 mos used (with a Holosun 507k with a tlr7 sub) for 529.
@@Scarywoody Langdon Tactical. They bought rights to the original design, from what I understand. They are a bit costly, but easy worth it to me. However they are hard to catch in stock too.
In my experience with the micros I have, my two favorites are the 48 and the shield plus PC 4 inch. I was never really impressed with Sigs 365. Both my Glocks and shield plus shoot better than the 365s. That’s been my experience.
_Just stating fact not opinion:_ 1. The Glock 43X *outsells* the Glock 48 *_3 to 1._* That is for every one (1) G48 sold, three (3) G43X are sold _(ref. the Glock Store)._ 2. The Glock 43X is smaller & lighter than the Glock 48 making is the best choice for CCW/concealed carry. 3. The 2021 top seller (#1) in concealed carry or CCW sub-compact firearms is the Glock 43X. 4. The distances for a self-defense shooting are very close (3 to 10 feet). Thus, the 1/2 inch length, slightly longer barrel, & very slight velocity of the G48 is a waste for CCW/concealed carry. God bless
Glock won't make a 15-round mag for the G48 etc. IMO because it would reduce G19 sales. Glock is in the money business, not the gun business. I don't think they really care what we want - a 15-round mag for the G43X and G48, comfortable grip ala Walther PPS or PDP, metal sights, modularity, etc. The things other makers have been doing for years. But Glocks continue to sell, so they are not incentivized to change. I love the Striker Control Device as well and own several of them, and like you won't carry a Shield Arms mag. Peace out, lady friend.
As always, good, thorough and thoughtful video. As much as I like my G48 (with complete ported Zaffiri upper, Shield S15 mags and Holosun 507K), the P365XL (manual safety, Wilson grip module, Armory Craft trigger and Holosun 507K) is my go-to when I'm not carrying my Staccato C DUO. The manual safety on the Sig negates the need for a SCD, but it does take more training to reflexively work the safety without conscious thought.
why do you need a safety at all? Carry one in the pipe and keep ur finger off the trigger and in a good holster. You'll be fine its an inanimate object
@@Usicky12 Would you carry a cocked revolver, even if the single action trigger had a 5-pound pull? Probably not. Though the strikers in Glock pistols are only about 85% cocked, that's still enough force to detonate a primer if something - anything - pushes the trigger to the rear. (No, that trigger tab safety won't help you there. It's mainly a drop safety.) And many striker-fired pistols are 100% cocked with 3-pound triggers -- not unlike carrying a revolver with the hammer back. Give me a 1911 with both a user-activated thumb safety and a grip safety any day.
@@RidersRange I’ve never found a striker fired handgun to have a 3 lb trigger or less. Anyways, 1911s are great and you should carry cocked and locked because that is what they were designed for. However, glocks were designed to carry hot, no safeties. If my gun is in a kydex holster, regardless of trigger weight, trigger safeties etc, there is no way for it to be fired. End of story. The most common way people have an ND is while reholstering. All you have to do to solve that is take the holster off, put the gun in the holster pointing in a safe direction and put the holster on with the gun.
@@RidersRange when I first started carrying I was nervous about it too. So what I did was carry in battery but with no bullet in the chamber. I tried everything I could possibly do (in a safe direction) to make the gun dry fire (you would be able to tell because the trigger would be back), and it was impossible. I dropped it, tried shoving sticks in it, banged on the back of the gun with a mallet. It’s impossible unless the user makes multiple critical errors in gun safety.
@@Usicky12 to each his or her own and I'm not trying to convince anyone, just explaining my preference. I carried a Glock of one model or another for the final 24 years of a 38-year law enforcement career and never had a problem (department policy prohibited single-action pistols), but I still prefer a safety that I can operate and that stays on-safe until well clear of my holster and body parts until I want it to be off-safe. I've never had a house fire, but I keep fire extinguishers in strategic locations and I keep them up-to-date. I've never been in a serious vehicle collision, but I wear my seatbelt properly and regularly. My personal preference is to use available safety devices. Your mileage may vary. And there are many striker-fired guns that are 100% cocked and have really light triggers. Try a Canik, HK TP9 series, and many others. So, back to the original question, would you carry a revolver with the hammer back, even if it had a 5-pound single-action trigger?
My 15 rounders are 100% so far. I really want to get some 20 round mags as well but I will wait. Great choice on your edc which is my edc as well. I rotate my G48mos with a regular G48 and G43x. Excellent review and content! 👏 👏 👏
Do not deviate from what works for you. Keep both because they are tools for your defense. Keep learning and adding tools to your kit. They is a multitude of different types of firearms that can be appropriate in different situations.
I was also excited for the shield arms mags. They recommend using their own mag release but also say that stock mag release should work. Well in my experience it did not. The shield arms mags were flying out of my gun. I reached out to SA and they said to buy their mag release. Bravo for making a product that you have to be completely invested in. It’s worked well for Apple.
I was under the impression that the concern was the steel mag eating the plastic mag release. Now youve got me curious im about to throw in my factor mag release and see what happens lol
@@Jimmykid3 Hyve Industries is what you want. You can use the oem and sheild mags. No idea how long it'll last but I'm almost at 3,000 rounds with that release (using mostly my 5 shield mags) and there's no damage to the release or factory mags.
The Glock 48 is literally the perfect gun for me and I think if you’re a relatively new shooter and you have small hands and a small frame…you’ll love the Glock 48 too. (I’m 5’4 140LB athletic build) The Glock 43x is snappy so if you’re new to shooting you’ll need more practice to feel 100% confident. The Glock 19 shoots much smoother and flatter than the 43x but if you have small hands like me, the grip width doesn’t allow you to get the best grip on the gun IF you’re holding the gun with PROPER FORM. I can shoot it on target relatively easily but it just doesn’t feel as good in my hand. I picked up the 48 and immediately started hitting everything with ease and I could shoot it all day long without wrist discomfort. I shoot it better than the 19 because I have more control over the gun and I didn’t realize any difference in recoil eventhough TH-cam will tell you that the Glock 19 has less kick than the 48. It’s literally the perfect gun for me as it falls inbetween the Glock 19 and the Glock 43x. I will be buying this for my 1st gun for sure and it’s not even debatable. I love this gun and I just fell in love with practicing my aim due to my range session last night with this gun. Thank you for shining light on the 48. It gets a bad wrap but it’s perfect for small frame small handed shooters especially if you’re new to the game like me.
I have carried the glock 19 for years - recently got a glock 48 for the slightly slimmer profile but the same capacity with the shield arms mags. I’ll have to see how it goes but first impressions is it fits my sausage-fingered hands like a glove! If you already have a regular glock 43 you get a 43x for free! 😂
Hey just wondering if you have tried the mossberg MC2C not the sun compact just the regular mc2c. It’s very similar to the Glock 48 width and length of barrel and honestly everything but the mc2c holds 15+1 which is a little extended and comes with a 13+1 which is flush mag. I like it a lot I have one and I also have the Glock 48 which I love so I carry both threw out the week lol split up days with them because I can’t decide. But ya check out the mossberg beautiful gun.
I'll be honest. I was wanting the 43x until I saw your video. I'm a small stature man with small hands and when I got the 48 in my hands, I was 100% full on the 48 train. So I have been running the 48 mos with the 507k and shield arms mags. So far, no problems.
I had 9 shield arms mags and 3 shield arms mags wouldnt drop free from 3 of my guns.I have the sa mags release too. sent them back and sa said they were "with in spec" and would drop free from their guns. they suggested i wrap one in painters tape, put it in my gun and heat up the grip so it would expand and they would drop free, they have an article on their website about doing this. that was going to be a hard no, they wouldnt exchange mags with me and said their mags no draping free is not a warranty issue. so you could buy 5-10 mags and have none of them drop free and you couldn't have them replaced under the warranty. well, i bought mine from brownells and sent all of my mags back. still with the 10 rounders. i think there's a reason why glock didnt make a double stack for those, its a tight fit and i believe over time the body of the mags will swell and cause a drop free issue. Ive been using micro dagger mags with only one issue and they replaced that mag for me. we will see if they swell.
Nice video, you dived right in for only 2ish years in firearms. Enjoy my 43x with the SA mags and think it’s a great set-up. Continue enjoying shooting and look forward to the next video. 👍🏻
The 48's a good gun without a doubt but I wound up selling mine after shooting it with a Glock 26 for comparison. The 26 just did better for me & the way I carry. If the 48 is that for you then stick with it. You might try the S&W Shield Plus as a more concealable alternative though. I occasionally carry my 3.1 inch Plus in a pocket when my back won't let me wear a holster but it also comes in a 4 inch MOS version with the same grip size as the 3.1 & that might be exactly what you're looking for.
That's cool but not everyone is beefy enough to comfortably concele carry a g26. I can carry it with a sweatshirt but not so much with just a t-shirt, and I'm a dude who's not that small and I can't imagine how much worse it is for women. I do like the sub compact size of the g26 and still carry it but iv been seriously considering getting a g43 for the same frame size buy slim enough to concele. Actually never really thought about it but g48 wouldn't be a bad idea as I'm tall enough to accommodate the bigger frame but idk if the extra capacity is really worth it, if I need to fire more than 8 rounds I'm having a really bad day.
@@whatsmolly5741 the 43's a good gun but the Shield Plus is just as thin, a little shorter & has - in my opinion - a better grip. It also holds 10 rounds like the 48 & 26.
Why not just have a manual safety on the p365’s? I too prefer not blasting my crotch or leg when reholstering, so an extra layer of safety helps I carry p365 on a tier 1 axis slim when I wear jeans p365XL in a Phlster enigma express for all else. Both with magguts extensions 12+2 = 14+1 in basically flush fit, shorter than the 15 round mags by a good chunk
I don't have anytime training with a manual safety, which would be a considerable undertaking in addition to learning the new gun in general. Lucky Gunner has a great review of the P365XL where he talks about the downsides to how the manual safety lever is designed. This solidified my choice to forgo the manual safety: th-cam.com/video/l4S7zX7IsfM/w-d-xo.html
@@tessahbooth just gave it a watch, he goes over it at about 4:30, most of it is just he doesn’t like the positioning cuz it’s a little bit far back and there’s apparently a sharp corner that scuffs his hand when shooting an extended amount of time I dunno, never noticed the sharp point myself even when I just rubbed it to check Just checked both guns my own, it’s fairly natural to disengage the safety A little more effort to re-engage it before holstering but that’s fine Its not too pricy to add if you ever want to try it out, just a ~$50 manual safety to install into your FCU and ~$50 for a grip module with the cutout (spend $65 to get the Wilson combat p365/xl grip instead!)
Great video. Don’t worry about having to settle on just one platform. A striker trigger is a striker trigger and so on. Keep both the Sig and Glock and enjoy them. And if you want to train and carry something else, please do. Just enjoy and have fun. Be safe!
You could try the manual safety version of the 365XL. With your drive you could easily overcome the most common complaint of manual safeties, "forgetting" to disengage, through your practice. The XL has a softer recoil impulse than the regular 365 too.
I believe that she likes the grip angle of the glocks as she had been shooting them from the start. I understand I grew up shooting glocks and revolvers. Then I switched to cz and sig and got ride of my glocks. Know I am looking at the shadow systems 920 really what a glock should be. It has different grip inserts and you can get the glock/ sig/ 1911 angle.
I carry the G19 and ONLY the G19. I am looking at the G48 or G43x as something more concealable. The comments have lead me to believe i won’t use aftermarket mags in my carry gun. I would just carry more oem mags. People may ask, “why not carry something else small with greater capacity”. Because I trust Glock with my life, but that’s me.
I hate glock because there are so many models with #s that don't make sense plus they are too thick and the grip angle sucks for me. I dig my Sig's, Springfields, CZ's and 1911 variants. Glad they work for you. (glock survives from fanboys...JK )
First time I fired a 48 was amazed at the accuracy considering how crappy the trigger is. Feels like I’m pulling a VW bus, but I drill what I’m aiming at.
I just bought one today and started shooting immediately after background check came back. I absolutely hate the recoil it is too much, I mean my G40 Gen4 doesn't have the recoil this gun has. I am still going to keep it but there are several aftermarket accessories that I will be ordering over the next month or so including side cuts that will reduce the recoil significantly. I also like how it feels in the hand compared to the G43X MOS for which I am going to be buying as well but I just like the G48 MOS better
I really appreciate your feed back, as I am new to the shooting world. Thank you for your review on the Glock 48. This is my very first gun, so this makes me feel more comfortable familarizing along with professional certified classes. So thank you again and Hello from Guam.
I wanted to only have one gun to carry, but different circumstances require different ways or carrying. Options is never a bad thing tbh. Keep up the good work! You’ve carried a shorter amount of time than me, but I still have learned so much from you!
Just watched this review today as someone trying to decide between a 43x and a 48. The combination of reviews on TH-cam have been great. Excellent review and very impressive for only 2 years in. Wish everybody would take your path.
have you decided on one?
@@juice3o3 Yeah actually just picked up a 43X today. Have it torn apart now adding a few things to it. I went with the 43X after watching several videos say how minimal the velocity increase was with the 48 and basically same accuracy. Decided why carry the extra length for little if any advantage? If I’m so inclined to get one I can buy a 48 slide and throw it on this receiver.
I moved from a Glock 19 MOS to the Glock 48 MOS when I discovered the Shield S15 magazine. It was important to me that I have the 15 round capability AND the Glock 48 fit my hand so much better. Like you, I added the Striker control device.
10 plus one is plenty because it was designed for the 43x, but some wanted a slightly longer barrel so they got it. Now there are other companies that make 43x/48 magazines like pro mag and Palmetto State/PSA Armory ( which are great by the way)so shield arms aren’t the only ones anymore, either way, my Shield magazines work flawlessly after 1 year with the gen2 or gen3 version even when TH-camrs are posting issues with them. Either way, I only use the 15-rounders, now they make 10% extra power springs to add confidence and longevity.
Wow you literally hit ALL the main points for me. I bought this as my first EDC piece, and I chose it for the exact reasons you talked about! I would've chose the 43x as well if my hands fit it better, but I just love the formidability of my 48 much more than the 43x. Keep up the good work!
I ROCK THE 43X AS A gun i dont to feel
i actually just purchased the 48 mos and im watching every video under the sun. i like this video, i saw the 20 round magazine but they wanted over 80 dollars for it and there's absolutely no way i'd ever consider it. im glad you used your equipment and had it fail in a controlled safe enviroment. i wouldnt carry the 20 round period now. so thank you for being honest!
I was running Shield Arms mags in my 43x for a bit. One trip to the range they worked flawlessly. Another trip, they were misfeeding every 3-4 rounds. Talked to my gunsmith and he said nearly everyone he's installed the mag release for has ended up having it taken back out because of similar reliability issues. It's a great system when it works, but I just can't trust it.
stock always. maybe a red dot and a grip wrap but noting else
3x9x40 scope on my CC gun, bear minimum...vaxx, too💉💉💉✊🏿
@@MRsolidcolor I agree oem/stock is always best
The hyve release is the answer. It's hard Aluminum, not steel, and that's why it's not suggested to use them. 2,800 rounds through the shield mags with the hyve release and no issues. Also you can use the oem mags with the hyve release without damaging the mags like with the hardened steel Shield release
Bigger question is why are people paying a gunsmith to switch a mag release?
+100 on the SCD!! I'm a VERY experienced gunner and I'm not really worried about an ND with AIWB, but I like the cheap insurance of the SCD. I run them on ALL my Glocks.
PS Great video! First one of yours I've seen, but I'll be watching more!
As long as you're competent and comfortable with both guns, there's nothing wrong with having the P365 for deep carry and something a little bigger for regular use. It helps that they have similar triggers and sights. Most gun people have different guns for different carry uses.
I always leave glasses, earmuffs, and a mag loader in my bag at all times. Forgetting the mag loader is really annoying with anything other than a 1911 in .45AARP.
In my 30 year law enforcement career, I’ve carried almost everything and still carry different platforms based on what my needs are. For deep concealment at the gym, I’m carrying a Ruger LCP Max. Yes, a 380. While inferior to 9, I’ve been to plenty of homicides where the 380 was used, so that fits the bill.
Your comment on grip angle. Everyone says Glock grip angle is not natural. Use your finger to point with your arm strait out. Now look at your wrist angle. I was always told Glock sucks until I shot one. I sold my P320 and M&Ps and replaced them with Glocks. I shot Glocks better. I also have a old 48 and new 43x MOS with the C&H plate. Never came loose. Still use stock sights blacked out as back up. I have shot them with the dot turned off. No issues with the plate. I never considered the S15 magazines. OEM 10rd only. No regrets.
It is great that there are so many gun options. I loved my glock19 then I found the shield and I loved that for 4 years. I looked at the 43X and wasn't impressed, then I tried a P365 at a range and fell in love with it almost overnight. More capacity, easier to conceal, and as easy for me to shoot as my Shield. I am totally loving my 365X with the 365 grip module and magguts 12 round magazine conversion. 13 rounds as opposed to 8 in my Shield in a smaller gun that actually fits my hand better. I have the manual safety and cut off the right side. I used the grey 365 grip module and cut out a safety notch on the left side only. Perfect EDC for me.
Love the tactical recoil scrunchie 😂 @ 1:12
I’m 5’8 155 lb dude and I just carry a Glock 19 only because it’s my work horse for conceal carry and home defense, but I don’t really have the funds to buy a couple guns for different roles
I have a Glock 48 non MOS and love it. I had tried the Shield Arms mags but do not trust them. From what I understand you have to change some other parts to have reliability. Sorry, I will take stock 10 rounders any day. I carry a second mag and a third nearby.
Great well thought out review. I appreciate your efforts. Ive had a 43x for about two years but considering a 48mos. Also have two shield arms gen2 mags new in package for about 9 months. Was going to sell them but may just give them a try now
The gen 1’s work for me, but the gen 2’s didn’t, I sold off my gen 2’s. Some people have no issues with either.
I have a 43X and Shield Gen 2 mags one with the extension. I have had them since they came out with no issues from the mags or extension. Now PSA has polymer 15 round mags you can use but you have to go back to the factory mag catch. I'm gonna go that route when I catch the PSA mags in stock. Right now everyone is snapping them up soon as they hit the website. I would like to get a 48 upper also for my 43X. Will do eventually !
I just bought a Glock 48 mos today and a couple of shield arms mags and can't wait to shot it. My edc gun is a 365 and I just wanted to try something new. I hope I don't have any problems with the shield mags because that is what I will carry with.
Have you tried the Walther PPS M2? It has a factory striker control device.
I haven’t tried it just yet!
Shield Arms mags for range and class. Stock mag for EDC. Well played!
Still in the process of narrling down my options. So far I have shot the 365 XL and the 365. I did prefer the XL but I am waiting to shoot both the 43X and the 48. Before I pick my new carry tool.
Staccato C2 for the W 😌
Lmaoo im hear thinking the same thing 2011 boiis
Would love your thoughts on the Springfield Hellcat. Great review! thanks for your work
I learned to shoot with Glock. My muscle memory goes to the pointed finger grip angle of a Glock over the fist of the sig.
I put 250 rounds through my shield arms mags 2 days ago no issue.
Great video I subbed and i also daily a 48. I noticed you put con for optics on the glock but a pro for the sig. Im pretty sure they are cut for the same rmsc footprint so no need for a plate on the glock unless you want to run the holosun and dont want to mod your slide. I run the holosun 507k x2 and no plate. I milled the front (im pretty sure it was the front its been a while) lugs the slide and it fits like a glove!!!!! Its a fairly common mod to do im sure there are a few videos on it
I feel the same way about the Glock 48
You should look into the shadow systems cr920.
Check out the Springfield Hellcat Pro, 15 round flush mag. Shoots great and a little smaller than the 48.
SA Gen 2 are out now and much better than the original ones, try them out of you have not already. I do not use ext mags either. Great video.
Shadow systems CR920. Got to shoot one and will be buying one as soon as I can.
The Glock 48 is a better shooter than the 365XL. I'm not sure why others don't choose it.
Any experience using the G48 with the newer PSA slick Micro Dagger magazines?
Try the shadow systems cr920 it’s size of 43 but has bigger mag double stack and all the bells and whistles of the mos
Yesssssss fun size
What do you do about your mag release? I assume you installed the metal Shield Arms release but that doesn't work very well with the OEM mags. If you're switching them out for classes and carrying, does that have any effect on ability or consistency or anything else?
Shield plus checks all the boxes
Greetings I just bought a G48 MOS,planning to get the Holosun 407k-GR-X2 based on your video and the comment section here, what iron sights do you recommend for this set up? Thanks…!!!
I have a 15 rd mag for my glock 48
They reliable?
The smaller the gun the better for conceal carry imo. Range shooting is a different story. In a self defense situation, if one arises which is extremely rare, ur not gonna be standing in a perfect position and draw like u do at the range. Capacity for self defense is also irrelevant to me. At the range yea I want more capacity but I’m not shooting my small guns at the range. For conceal carry I wanna be comfortable all the time so I want small and light. The Glock 42 is perfect for me. I’d rather be comfortable for the 99.8% of the time I won’t need the gun. Also I don’t feel an optic is needed on a conceal carry gun. You should be able to hit ur target within 10 yards without an optic. Ur not gonna get into a gun battle from beyond that in self defense.
yeah you get 10 rounds but you know those 10 rounds out of a 4inch barrel are going to handle business ! 😎
I’ve watched a lot of your videos and I’m thoroughly impressed with your knowledge and handling of your handguns, especially only being 2 years in. If I could give some advice I’d say don’t get so wrapped up in mag capacity, well placed shots will trump capacity any day. If you can comfortably conceal higher capacity, sure I’d go for it. Just saying don’t get wrapped up into capacity.
you should check out the taurus gx4.
Possibly stupid question but just want to clarify does the Mos come with optics already installed or do you have to purchase sperate optics from somewhere else?
The MOS does not come with an optic. I can see how that would be confusing though, some of Sigs guns come with their optics on them.
@@tessahbooth Gotcha, thanks
Buy a Glock G19 magazine, remove the plastic from the sides, leaving the front and back plastic, and voalá, you have a 15 rd magazine.
The G48 can be a good gun but I def. do not like the way it looks. I find it ugly. I own and carry a G43x and love it.
Nice
Thanks, you are my info go to.
Glock 48 MOS was my first pistol. I run it bone stock with the regular 10-rd mags. Carry an extra magazine too. Excellent pistol
The first handgun I ever shot was a p365. I had all of my training, all of my dry-fire practice and all of my live fire practice with the p365. I absolutely love it and I am also fun-sized (5,4 120 lb). When I went to the gun store to purchase a gun specifically for concealed carry I handled every subcompact in the store. When I picked up the Sig p365 it was an ah ha moment for me, it fit me perfectly. After I held it everything else felt bulky and big and even the triggers felt like a stretch for my index finger to reach comfortably. Since then I have purchased a Hellcat and a Sig P320 I enjoy shooting both of them but the p365 is what I consistently carry and I'm the most comfortable and accurate with.
Great review. I did a ton of research before buying my first gun last year and got a P365XL. I liked it but felt uncomfortable carrying it condition 1 appendix. I decided I needed to do a deep dive into the internal safety and became even less comfortable. Further research landed me with the well engineered redundant firing pin block of Glocks and got a 43X. Now I'm comfortable carrying as I should (appendix condition one) and recently got a 48 with light for my bedside gun. I figured It's best to just stick with one grip angle so I've become a diehard Glock fan.
I think this is my issue with the 365XL. I've been a Glock guy for a long time now and haven't owned much else but a hellcat which is a little more stout in the recoil dept than I'd like. I think the grip angle and the really consistent triggers in Glocks is part of the reason why the 365xl just isn't really working for me.
You should check out the striker block back plate for glocks as well. An additional layer of safety for reholstering
@@user-pz5ju7mw3k Yeah if I could only find one! Actually, the company went out of business and Langdon Tactical has stepped up to release them hopefully soon.
glocks suck, they all burn up after 175 bullets, FACT
@@democratpro lol dude I have a G19 Gen4 I've put over 3000 rounds through with no issue.
Love your channel so easy to follow your teaching sharing points, VERY PROFESSIONAL and relaxing to watch.
Good idea cause that Glock 43X is flipping little thing
Love my 48. With regards to the mag capacity, the issue is construction material - the polymer glock mags necessarily have thicker walls than the metal shield mags, and so there's less internal space left to stack rounds. Glock could have added another round or two with some modifications to the mag, but probably figured it wasn't worth the trouble of redesigning the mag.
I agree with all of this so much. I bought a p365 first and then transitioned to a 43x. I like the shortness of the 43x but put it in a Darkstar Gear Longboi holster. It’s the length of a Glock 34 but made for a 43x or a 48. Takes care of the keel principle. And man, does a striker control device make everything so much more comfortable. I grew up with SA/DA guns and would like a gadget on every gun I own.
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So refreshing to see and hear a true American woman speak about CCW. I can tell you have done your homework and your straightforward responses are on point. I CC two weapons, Shadow Systems and G48. I’m 5’10” & 175 lbs so I’m not a big guy. The Shadow Systems 9mm feels fantastic in my hands with the slight grip angle adjustment and the weight is phenomenal. It’s about the same size of G17 but feels so much lighter.
I love the G48. That gun is a WINNER!! Doesn’t pattern and the Shield mags 15 rounders are great. No problems to date.
Seems to me you are going in the right direction. Remember, everyone is different, so stay with what works best for you.
I served warrants for about 6 years so I’ve had plenty of time to think about the worst case scenarios. My best advice for a fighting weapon is leave 99% of the weapon STOCK. The only thing I would ever consider changing out are the sights. I’ve seen more malfunctions happen when people start fudging around with the triggers. I tried it one time on g17 and BOOM it happened. Never again. Really enjoyed your video. Thanks so much for sharing. I really pray that more women listen to your message and get involved.
I recently added a Wilson Combat grip module to my P365xl and have really been enjoying it. It definitely makes the gun shoot like a larger gun. In fact, while I still *feel* like I can shoot my Glock 19 better, on the clock... they're neck and neck. Just something you may want to try out! (The grip is a little bigger back-to-front which was better for my medium-size man hands) One caution: the texture on the front and back of the WC grip module is VERY aggressive. I filed mine down (slowly) with a file from a multitool for about 5 minutes and now it's just right.
You're obviously an educated person. My husband and I enjoy your videos. He has a profession that requires him to be armed. Keep producing good content.
God bless 🙏
I've just purchased a Glock 48 on a whimsical for a great price and I had no idea there was a MOS model. I've not used a Glock in about 5 years. thanks for your advice on this
Always great content, thoughtful insights- I carry G48 MOS no optic yet and G43 after many yrs of G19 and G26 , keep up videos and stay safe
Thanks for the video. My opinion is that Glock did not make 15 round mags for the 48 & 43x because with the 48 it would be a G19 killer. Thanks for talking about the Shield Arms mags, you have reinforced my decision to get a G19. I carry the 19X & conceal it well so I figure I can conceal the G19 just fine. Thanks again for the great videos & info keep up the good work.
What holster do you use for your 19X?
@@ROOSTER-ql5fs I use a Vedder Light Tuck or a Tulster Profile Holster both with a claw.
I’m actually looking at both of those! Do you have a preference? Trying to find a good one for my Glock 45.
@@ROOSTER-ql5fs Vedder is what I use the most it is more adjustable & since I have a TLR-7A light on my 19X it accommodates that.
Its because trying to stuff 15 rounds in a slim gun brings up reliability issues
damn... me thinking I kno everything and then she drops the bomb about the Striker Control Device (SCD) and then I had to google and review my life choices so far.
For someone only 2 yrs into her shooting career... wow, I have rarely seen such an intelligent, quality, well thought out and well covered review... I saved this one to show students. Great job!
Rule #1 for youtube video's: Never talk about what you're going to talk about, just talk about it instead.
Glad I never invested into the SA15 mag wave.
That wave is now a ripple.
Couldn't find them in stock when I wanted them. Now they in stock everywhere and I'm skeptical based on 50/50 reviews. Compared to 98/2 reviews on stock mags.
Another great video. I love the striker control device for Glocks. You don't have to have a manual thumb safety to disengage if you ever need to use your firearm when split seconds count and you get an extra layer of safety when reholstering (especially when I carry Appendix, don't have health insurance, and am the only child in my family to carry on my family's legacy).
I personally wouldn't carry a SA mag for my Glock 43x (wished I got a 48 instead) either. Even with the gen 2 mags, I still have a few failure to feed (maybe 1-2 every 200 rounds) to the point where I don't trust them with my life. They're still great for range days, but I carry the standard 10 round Glock mags for conceal carry. That capacity could be better, but I love the ability to get a better full grip compared to most microcompacts with an extended mag on it.
I guess I have been lucky with my S15 mags. From steel cased to brass ammo, I shot 75 rounds out per magazine (3 mags, 225 rounds total) flawlessly.
@@OceansBane you are so lucky and I envy you.
@@JacksonWalter735 With an exception to what happened to the lady here, I found the main cause of those s15 malfunctions were simply from limp wristing. Even with the oem mags, try some TalonGrips.
@@OceansBane wish that was the case for me. I've been shooting Glocks since I was a kid and know better than to limp wrist at this point. I never had any malfunctions with my OEM mags either. I do have the rubber feeling talon grips on mine though. I'm planning on sending it to battle ready arms to get it custom stipple though because my older brother gets the military discount from them (I don't trust myself being able to do a stipple job).
People buy Glocks then make a bunch of changes/mods to it like sights, undercut the trigger guard, stippling grips and slide etc… why not just buy a gun that is to your liking or needs no mods straight out the box and is of equal if not even better quality: like H&K VP9, FN509, or even Whalter PDP 🤷🏽♂️
You sound like a child. Go cry about it
I’ve got the 365xl and the 48 mos…I’m a guy with medium sized hands, the 365xl’s grip is just too small for me. My support hand feels like it’s always searching for a better support grip.
The 48 is ‘just’ enough for me to get a really good grip.
It doesn’t hurt that I found the 48 mos used (with a Holosun 507k with a tlr7 sub) for 529.
I love the SCD. Made transitioning from hammer fire guns much more natural, not to mention the peace of mind it brings.
Where did you buy one? I Google searched and see prices from $26-$79.
@@Scarywoody Langdon Tactical. They bought rights to the original design, from what I understand. They are a bit costly, but easy worth it to me. However they are hard to catch in stock too.
In my experience with the micros I have, my two favorites are the 48 and the shield plus PC 4 inch. I was never really impressed with Sigs 365. Both my Glocks and shield plus shoot better than the 365s. That’s been my experience.
_Just stating fact not opinion:_
1. The Glock 43X *outsells* the Glock 48 *_3 to 1._* That is for every one (1) G48 sold, three (3) G43X are sold _(ref. the Glock Store)._
2. The Glock 43X is smaller & lighter than the Glock 48 making is the best choice for CCW/concealed carry.
3. The 2021 top seller (#1) in concealed carry or CCW sub-compact firearms is the Glock 43X.
4. The distances for a self-defense shooting are very close (3 to 10 feet). Thus, the 1/2 inch length, slightly longer barrel, & very slight velocity of the G48 is a waste for CCW/concealed carry.
God bless
Glock won't make a 15-round mag for the G48 etc. IMO because it would reduce G19 sales. Glock is in the money business, not the gun business. I don't think they really care what we want - a 15-round mag for the G43X and G48, comfortable grip ala Walther PPS or PDP, metal sights, modularity, etc. The things other makers have been doing for years. But Glocks continue to sell, so they are not incentivized to change. I love the Striker Control Device as well and own several of them, and like you won't carry a Shield Arms mag. Peace out, lady friend.
As always, good, thorough and thoughtful video. As much as I like my G48 (with complete ported Zaffiri upper, Shield S15 mags and Holosun 507K), the P365XL (manual safety, Wilson grip module, Armory Craft trigger and Holosun 507K) is my go-to when I'm not carrying my Staccato C DUO. The manual safety on the Sig negates the need for a SCD, but it does take more training to reflexively work the safety without conscious thought.
why do you need a safety at all? Carry one in the pipe and keep ur finger off the trigger and in a good holster. You'll be fine its an inanimate object
@@Usicky12 Would you carry a cocked revolver, even if the single action trigger had a 5-pound pull? Probably not. Though the strikers in Glock pistols are only about 85% cocked, that's still enough force to detonate a primer if something - anything - pushes the trigger to the rear. (No, that trigger tab safety won't help you there. It's mainly a drop safety.) And many striker-fired pistols are 100% cocked with 3-pound triggers -- not unlike carrying a revolver with the hammer back. Give me a 1911 with both a user-activated thumb safety and a grip safety any day.
@@RidersRange I’ve never found a striker fired handgun to have a 3 lb trigger or less. Anyways, 1911s are great and you should carry cocked and locked because that is what they were designed for. However, glocks were designed to carry hot, no safeties. If my gun is in a kydex holster, regardless of trigger weight, trigger safeties etc, there is no way for it to be fired. End of story. The most common way people have an ND is while reholstering. All you have to do to solve that is take the holster off, put the gun in the holster pointing in a safe direction and put the holster on with the gun.
@@RidersRange when I first started carrying I was nervous about it too. So what I did was carry in battery but with no bullet in the chamber. I tried everything I could possibly do (in a safe direction) to make the gun dry fire (you would be able to tell because the trigger would be back), and it was impossible. I dropped it, tried shoving sticks in it, banged on the back of the gun with a mallet. It’s impossible unless the user makes multiple critical errors in gun safety.
@@Usicky12 to each his or her own and I'm not trying to convince anyone, just explaining my preference. I carried a Glock of one model or another for the final 24 years of a 38-year law enforcement career and never had a problem (department policy prohibited single-action pistols), but I still prefer a safety that I can operate and that stays on-safe until well clear of my holster and body parts until I want it to be off-safe. I've never had a house fire, but I keep fire extinguishers in strategic locations and I keep them up-to-date. I've never been in a serious vehicle collision, but I wear my seatbelt properly and regularly. My personal preference is to use available safety devices. Your mileage may vary. And there are many striker-fired guns that are 100% cocked and have really light triggers. Try a Canik, HK TP9 series, and many others. So, back to the original question, would you carry a revolver with the hammer back, even if it had a 5-pound single-action trigger?
Too funny!!!🤣😂 I knew you would focus back on your GLOCK 48mos!😉👊💖 Even after you talked about using the Sig Sauer p365. I love it!👏🤗💖
My 15 rounders are 100% so far. I really want to get some 20 round mags as well but I will wait. Great choice on your edc which is my edc as well. I rotate my G48mos with a regular G48 and G43x. Excellent review and content! 👏 👏 👏
I think the 48 mos is the perfect edc. Perfectly balanced
Do not deviate from what works for you. Keep both because they are tools for your defense. Keep learning and adding tools to your kit. They is a multitude of different types of firearms that can be appropriate in different situations.
Shield plus is next on my list. I shoot it much better than the P365 or P365XL.
Great video and detailed feedback. I think imma go with the G48 MOS. Thanks!
I was also excited for the shield arms mags. They recommend using their own mag release but also say that stock mag release should work. Well in my experience it did not. The shield arms mags were flying out of my gun. I reached out to SA and they said to buy their mag release.
Bravo for making a product that you have to be completely invested in. It’s worked well for Apple.
I was under the impression that the concern was the steel mag eating the plastic mag release. Now youve got me curious im about to throw in my factor mag release and see what happens lol
lol
@@Jimmykid3 it works, but long term degrades the glock release. (Metal on plastic)
@@Jimmykid3 Hyve Industries is what you want. You can use the oem and sheild mags. No idea how long it'll last but I'm almost at 3,000 rounds with that release (using mostly my 5 shield mags) and there's no damage to the release or factory mags.
Shield says on their page that they reccomend their mag release.
The Glock 48 is literally the perfect gun for me and I think if you’re a relatively new shooter and you have small hands and a small frame…you’ll love the Glock 48 too. (I’m 5’4 140LB athletic build) The Glock 43x is snappy so if you’re new to shooting you’ll need more practice to feel 100% confident. The Glock 19 shoots much smoother and flatter than the 43x but if you have small hands like me, the grip width doesn’t allow you to get the best grip on the gun IF you’re holding the gun with PROPER FORM. I can shoot it on target relatively easily but it just doesn’t feel as good in my hand. I picked up the 48 and immediately started hitting everything with ease and I could shoot it all day long without wrist discomfort. I shoot it better than the 19 because I have more control over the gun and I didn’t realize any difference in recoil eventhough TH-cam will tell you that the Glock 19 has less kick than the 48. It’s literally the perfect gun for me as it falls inbetween the Glock 19 and the Glock 43x. I will be buying this for my 1st gun for sure and it’s not even debatable. I love this gun and I just fell in love with practicing my aim due to my range session last night with this gun. Thank you for shining light on the 48. It gets a bad wrap but it’s perfect for small frame small handed shooters especially if you’re new to the game like me.
I have carried the glock 19 for years - recently got a glock 48 for the slightly slimmer profile but the same capacity with the shield arms mags. I’ll have to see how it goes but first impressions is it fits my sausage-fingered hands like a glove! If you already have a regular glock 43 you get a 43x for free! 😂
Hey just wondering if you have tried the mossberg MC2C not the sun compact just the regular mc2c. It’s very similar to the Glock 48 width and length of barrel and honestly everything but the mc2c holds 15+1 which is a little extended and comes with a 13+1 which is flush mag. I like it a lot I have one and I also have the Glock 48 which I love so I carry both threw out the week lol split up days with them because I can’t decide. But ya check out the mossberg beautiful gun.
Sold my 365XL and picked up A 48 definitely like it more than my Sig despite less capacity
@@Pler1978 try a hellcat pro. Larger grip than the xl, but has better stippling, better trigger, better sights and better ergos than the 43x/48
I'll be honest. I was wanting the 43x until I saw your video. I'm a small stature man with small hands and when I got the 48 in my hands, I was 100% full on the 48 train. So I have been running the 48 mos with the 507k and shield arms mags. So far, no problems.
Have the Hyve mag release and 4 Shield arms magazines. Have had no issues
I had 9 shield arms mags and 3 shield arms mags wouldnt drop free from 3 of my guns.I have the sa mags release too. sent them back and sa said they were "with in spec" and would drop free from their guns. they suggested i wrap one in painters tape, put it in my gun and heat up the grip so it would expand and they would drop free, they have an article on their website about doing this. that was going to be a hard no, they wouldnt exchange mags with me and said their mags no draping free is not a warranty issue. so you could buy 5-10 mags and have none of them drop free and you couldn't have them replaced under the warranty. well, i bought mine from brownells and sent all of my mags back. still with the 10 rounders. i think there's a reason why glock didnt make a double stack for those, its a tight fit and i believe over time the body of the mags will swell and cause a drop free issue. Ive been using micro dagger mags with only one issue and they replaced that mag for me. we will see if they swell.
My edc is a Glock 43x Mos with a Holosun Red-Dot. I only use Glock mags and I'm comfortable with 10 rounds in the Gun sometimes I carry an extra Mag
Nice video, you dived right in for only 2ish years in firearms. Enjoy my 43x with the SA mags and think it’s a great set-up. Continue enjoying shooting and look forward to the next video. 👍🏻
The 48's a good gun without a doubt but I wound up selling mine after shooting it with a Glock 26 for comparison. The 26 just did better for me & the way I carry. If the 48 is that for you then stick with it. You might try the S&W Shield Plus as a more concealable alternative though. I occasionally carry my 3.1 inch Plus in a pocket when my back won't let me wear a holster but it also comes in a 4 inch MOS version with the same grip size as the 3.1 & that might be exactly what you're looking for.
That's cool but not everyone is beefy enough to comfortably concele carry a g26. I can carry it with a sweatshirt but not so much with just a t-shirt, and I'm a dude who's not that small and I can't imagine how much worse it is for women.
I do like the sub compact size of the g26 and still carry it but iv been seriously considering getting a g43 for the same frame size buy slim enough to concele. Actually never really thought about it but g48 wouldn't be a bad idea as I'm tall enough to accommodate the bigger frame but idk if the extra capacity is really worth it, if I need to fire more than 8 rounds I'm having a really bad day.
@@whatsmolly5741 the 43's a good gun but the Shield Plus is just as thin, a little shorter & has - in my opinion - a better grip. It also holds 10 rounds like the 48 & 26.
Why not just have a manual safety on the p365’s?
I too prefer not blasting my crotch or leg when reholstering, so an extra layer of safety helps
I carry p365 on a tier 1 axis slim when I wear jeans
p365XL in a Phlster enigma express for all else.
Both with magguts extensions 12+2 = 14+1 in basically flush fit, shorter than the 15 round mags by a good chunk
I don't have anytime training with a manual safety, which would be a considerable undertaking in addition to learning the new gun in general. Lucky Gunner has a great review of the P365XL where he talks about the downsides to how the manual safety lever is designed. This solidified my choice to forgo the manual safety: th-cam.com/video/l4S7zX7IsfM/w-d-xo.html
@@tessahbooth just gave it a watch, he goes over it at about 4:30, most of it is just he doesn’t like the positioning cuz it’s a little bit far back and there’s apparently a sharp corner that scuffs his hand when shooting an extended amount of time
I dunno, never noticed the sharp point myself even when I just rubbed it to check
Just checked both guns my own, it’s fairly natural to disengage the safety
A little more effort to re-engage it before holstering but that’s fine
Its not too pricy to add if you ever want to try it out, just a ~$50 manual safety to install into your FCU and ~$50 for a grip module with the cutout (spend $65 to get the Wilson combat p365/xl grip instead!)
Great video. Don’t worry about having to settle on just one platform. A striker trigger is a striker trigger and so on. Keep both the Sig and Glock and enjoy them. And if you want to train and carry something else, please do. Just enjoy and have fun. Be safe!
New shooter. I bought the 43x most because it has the rail, and it fit me perfect, it's light, it's $100 cheaper than Sig p365x, and it's Glock.
U Need The G26 Gen 5,
With The G19 Mags, With
Xgrips... (Forget About The
Red Dot's)...
You could try the manual safety version of the 365XL. With your drive you could easily overcome the most common complaint of manual safeties, "forgetting" to disengage, through your practice. The XL has a softer recoil impulse than the regular 365 too.
I believe that she likes the grip angle of the glocks as she had been shooting them from the start. I understand I grew up shooting glocks and revolvers. Then I switched to cz and sig and got ride of my glocks. Know I am looking at the shadow systems 920 really what a glock should be. It has different grip inserts and you can get the glock/ sig/ 1911 angle.
I have been carrying appendix since before it was cool, and the Striker Control Device is a MUST-HAVE in my opinion.
I carry the G19 and ONLY the G19. I am looking at the G48 or G43x as something more concealable. The comments have lead me to believe i won’t use aftermarket mags in my carry gun. I would just carry more oem mags. People may ask, “why not carry something else small with greater capacity”. Because I trust Glock with my life, but that’s me.
I hate glock because there are so many models with #s that don't make sense plus they are too thick and the grip angle sucks for me. I dig my Sig's, Springfields, CZ's and 1911 variants. Glad they work for you. (glock survives from fanboys...JK )
First time I fired a 48 was amazed at the accuracy considering how crappy the trigger is. Feels like I’m pulling a VW bus, but I drill what I’m aiming at.
I just bought one today and started shooting immediately after background check came back. I absolutely hate the recoil it is too much, I mean my G40 Gen4 doesn't have the recoil this gun has.
I am still going to keep it but there are several aftermarket accessories that I will be ordering over the next month or so including side cuts that will reduce the recoil significantly.
I also like how it feels in the hand compared to the G43X MOS for which I am going to be buying as well but I just like the G48 MOS better
If I ever find a woman that's into guns as much as you are, I will be a happily married Man!💯🤣🤣🤣