GLOCK 43, DOES IT GET ANY BETTER?

[freekforge]

I picked up a pearce +1 extension and grip insert today. the little hollow spot in the grip would act like a blade when i reloaded and the grip insert makes a huge difference and i cant fit my thumb in there to strip a mag so its useless to me. the +1 is on my back mag and makes the gun so much more comfortable to shoot

 

[bwframe]

We'll see how they run. First thing noticed is very stiff spring. Tough to get the 9th round in. Full mag also requires a pretty stout insertion.

I don't believe it will be an issue, but the feel is different without the larger size diameter of the TT extension that better matches the gun's grip. I'm likely guilty of allowing too much pinky finger sympathy for my trigger pull anyway. Maybe this slight gap will be an improvement?

 

[BE Mike]

We'll see how they run. First thing noticed is very stiff spring. Tough to get the 9th round in. Full mag also requires a pretty stout insertion.

I don't believe it will be an issue, but the feel is different without the larger size diameter of the TT extension that better matches the gun's grip. I'm likely guilty of allowing too much pinky finger sympathy for my trigger pull anyway. Maybe this slight gap will be an improvement?

How did you get a PEZ dispenser to fit in a Glock pistol?

 

[Principal Skinr]

Those ETS mags are 16.95 at aimsurplus.com, with free shippping. I just ordered a 9 rounder to try it out. If I like it, I'll probably order a few 12 rounders. I'll then give this fun little gun a go at Friday Night Steel!

 

[219Dave]

Love mine for summertime carry! View attachment 57390

What is the mag extension? A TT +3?

 

[Fordtough25]

We'll see how they run. First thing noticed is very stiff spring. Tough to get the 9th round in. Full mag also requires a pretty stout insertion.

I don't believe it will be an issue, but the feel is different without the larger size diameter of the TT extension that better matches the gun's grip. I'm likely guilty of allowing too much pinky finger sympathy for my trigger pull anyway. Maybe this slight gap will be an improvement?

Pretty neat, I wouldn't hate trying one myself. I've had good luck out of my full size 9mm glock ETS magazine since they sent me the newest spring, I wouldn't use it for carry but for fun sure.

 

[doddg]

What a great thread!
I'm a newbie to the site, and I only got up to p.9, and as someone who shot a 43 rented at the range (Tim's Shooting in Westfield), along with many of the other small 9s mentioned, you got me interested.
B/C or price I have bought used: Taurus 709 Slim, Sig 290RS, Ruger LC9, and intend to buy the Shield to replace all of the ones I haven't sold yet (but love the Ruger LC9).
I'll keep my eye out on the 43 and perhaps "pull-the-trigger" after I get a Shield some time in the future (I love the hunt of it all).

 

[bwframe]

Pretty neat, I wouldn't hate trying one myself. I've had good luck out of my full size 9mm glock ETS magazine since they sent me the newest spring, I wouldn't use it for carry but for fun sure.

I only carry with Glock mags also.
I have a dozen 17 round ETS mags I shoot USPSA with. At least that many (maybe more election last year ) 31 rounders I shoot PCC division with in USPSA and Steel Challenge matches. They have been problem free as long as I didn't tinker with them too much. Adding extensions/splices has given mixed results.

We'll see how they run. First thing noticed is very stiff spring. Tough to get the 9th round in. Full mag also requires a pretty stout insertion.

I don't believe it will be an issue, but the feel is different without the larger size diameter of the TT extension that better matches the gun's grip. I'm likely guilty of allowing too much pinky finger sympathy for my trigger pull anyway. Maybe this slight gap will be an improvement?

Shot the HHRP Steel Match with these this evening. Won my "Micro Carry" division like always.

The mags performed well. The extra round was a saver numerous times, finishing the string with an empty gun. Eliminating extra mag changes (yes I know, just make the hits,) trimmed my overall time noticeably allowing a finish ahead of a lot of production division shooters.

 

[OVERTHEHILLGUY]

SLIDE RELEASE.

Has anyone tried a Vickers extened slide release on a Glock 43?
JT

 

[armyvet209]

i have the vickers extended slide lock on my 43 and i like it. not too big and not too small

 

[BE Mike]

Looks like the Gen 5 comes with a standard cut rifling in the barrel, so I guess it does get better!

 

[Fordtough25]

I still think the G43 is the best available in a single stack easy to hide EDC, love it still!

 

[bwframe]

Looks like the Gen 5 comes with a standard cut rifling in the barrel, so I guess it does get better!

Do you have problems with accuracy with your current G43?
I'm overdue to revisit accuracy with mine, but my testing earlier this year had very tight groups with coated lead bullets.

 

[BE Mike]

Do you have problems with accuracy with your current G43?
I'm overdue to revisit accuracy with mine, but my testing earlier this year had very tight groups with coated lead bullets.

I no longer own Glocks. They just aren't for me. My EDC is a Kahr CM9. I just thought I'd remark about the standard cut rifling on the Gen 5's. The Kahr PM 9 has polygonal rifling. The CM 9 has standard rifling. I like the standard rifling better. As a reloader, who uses mostly lead bullets, I tend to shy away from polygonal rifling. For a small pistol and close range shooting (less than 25 yards), the accuracy difference is probably not noticeable.

 

[OVERTHEHILLGUY]

With out a doudt my Glock 43 is the best Glock I have ever owned, 1500 rounds of various types cartridges/bullets without even one problem.
Would I recommend a G43? yes, yes!
JT

 

[BE Mike]

With out a doudt my Glock 43 is the best Glock I have ever owned, 1500 rounds of various types cartridges/bullets without even one problem.
Would I recommend a G43? yes, yes!
JT

There are Glock fanbois? Shocking!

 

[OVERTHEHILLGUY]

There are Glock fanbois? Shocking!

Me a Glock fan boy?
I have worshipped at the alter of Gaston for the past 25 years!
JT

 

[Fordtough25]

Glock's rock!! I get why people don't like them but man they just work! I like shooting a variety of pistols but Glock is and has been my Edc for years.

 

[bwframe]

 

[OVERTHEHILLGUY]

I have been thinking about installing a laser/light combo on my G43.
what do you guys think?
JT