Are you excited for the Glock 43?

Yup, i'd buy one. Looks like fun. Glock haters amuse me.

Nope...

"Not magic at all. Magazine holds 6, chamber holds 1, gun capacity is 7. Standard measurement of capacity in auto loaders. "

Except the site says "Magazine Capacity". They only show a mag and 7 next to it. Magic.

John

JohnBT said:

"Not magic at all. Magazine holds 6, chamber holds 1, gun capacity is 7. Standard measurement of capacity in auto loaders. "

Except the site says "Magazine Capacity". They only show a mag and 7 next to it. Magic.

John

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If you're talking about the picture of a magazine with 7 rounds next to it, they use that same picture for every stinkin' subcompact Glock on the site, including the G26, G27, etc. The magazine picture for the compacts have 9 rounds next to it. The magazine picture for the full size have 10 rounds next to it. The picture is just to represent the stat. You look at the actual standard and optional round counts below the picture.

helitack32f1 said:

Yup, i'd buy one. Looks like fun. Glock haters amuse me.

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Almost as much as the Glock fanboys (and girls) amuse me. Going to the range decked out in Glock hat, T-shirts, range bag etc. New Glock comes out, they have to have at least one if not three of the new model. Those who think Glock has the best trigger, reliability, customer service etc.

To be back on topic, Glock is late to the single stack 9mm game. If they took some initiative for once they could have really captured the market, but they decided to wait 4 years.

I don't understand the "late to the game" comments. First of all, what game? Sure Glock has ignored or waited a long time to come out with a single stack 9mm but so what? There'll probably be other single stack 9mms to come out after the 43. Capture the market? You don't have to be first out of the gate to win.. I don't think any other gun maker owns the "single stack 9mm" market for that matter. I'd be interested to see statistics of sales between S&W, Kahr, Ruger, and Glock.

Just another choice to be considered, and at present the one with the most hype. Whether or not it's a good gun is for the customer to decide.

CNobbe, that is exactly right, . . . . and what I don't understand people not getting. It doesn't matter that it is just now coming out. I discovered that it feels the best to ME. Others didn't [see my post above]. I see it as another option for those who have yet to find what works for them. I wasn't really "excited" about the release of the Glock 43 until I actually put one in my own hand and felt it. Now, . . . I am rather excited to own one!

herrwalther said:

Almost as much as the Glock fanboys (and girls) amuse me. Going to the range decked out in Glock hat, T-shirts, range bag etc. New Glock comes out, they have to have at least one if not three of the new model. Those who think Glock has the best trigger, reliability, customer service etc.

To be back on topic, Glock is late to the single stack 9mm game. If they took some initiative for once they could have really captured the market, but they decided to wait 4 years.

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Yup, you would never see Sig guys, HK guys or Colt guys or Ruger Guys or SA guys do that!
I'm still not sure why enthusiasm for ones firearms is something to be looked down upon, at least when it comes to Glock owners. I would probably have a little more respect for haters if it were not for the fact that probably 90% of them have never handled, let alone shot that which they are hating on and they themselves are guilty of enthusiasm over yet another brand.

helitack32f1 said:

Yup, you would never see Sig guys, HK guys or Colt guys or Ruger Guys or SA guys do that!
I'm still not sure why enthusiasm for ones firearms is something to be looked down upon, at least when it comes to Glock owners. I would probably have a little more respect for haters if it were not for the fact that probably 90% of them have never handled, let alone shot that which they are hating on and they themselves are guilty of enthusiasm over yet another brand.

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There are fan boys for every brand. I have handled nearly every Glock made and fired most of the 9mm, .40S&W, and 357 Sig models excluding long slides. I am not impressed. They are nothing to write home about. I was a firearm instructor for my collegiate shooting team. Glocks were the firearm of choice because they were cheap to buy in bulk with alumni money. A shooter in my course would typically run 1000-4000 rounds per month. So I am not among the "hater who has never tried" Glock. I don't even really classify myself as a hater either. I tolerate Glock. If I were issued one or given one as a gift, I wouldn't get rid of it or light myself on fire like most die hard Glock haters.

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There are fan boys for every brand. I have handled nearly every Glock made and fired most of the 9mm, .40S&W, and 357 Sig models excluding long slides. I am not impressed. They are nothing to write home about. I was a firearm instructor for my collegiate shooting team. Glocks were the firearm of choice because they were cheap to buy in bulk with alumni money. A shooter in my course would typically run 1000-4000 rounds per month. So I am not among the "hater who has never tried" Glock. I don't even really classify myself as a hater either. I tolerate Glock. If I were issued one or given one as a gift, I wouldn't get rid of it or light myself on fire like most die hard Glock haters.

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They are late to the party, AND showed up empty handed with nothing to offer IMHO. I think most gun enthusiast at one time or another has shot a Glock. I personally can't stand them and the attitudes of some owners also make puts me off from the brand even more, nor do I see what all the fuss is about...

If the G19 ever sells for what it should be selling for ($300-$350), then I might pick one up just because, but I'd never replace my Shield the inferior gun. That's just my opinion....

Styx, . . . . . . . I gotta ask what your research documentation is for the Glock 43 being "inferior" [even if just an opinion].

If you don't care to respond, that's fine too. I'm not a fanboy of any brand, really. I prefer CZ products, but have other brands as well. The only reason I'm going with a Glock 43 is due to other brands not fitting me right, so it's just the latest addition to try out.

A big deciding factor between the 9mm Glock Model 43 and like competitors from Ruger and Smith is does the grip angle of the Glock facilitate rapid fire accuracy by reducing muzzle flip (or any other factor). Having never shot a Glock, input from those who have would be greatly appreciated.

Orion8472 said:

Styx, . . . . . . . I gotta ask what your research documentation is for the Glock 43 being "inferior" [even if just an opinion].

If you don't care to respond, that's fine too. I'm not a fanboy of any brand, really. I prefer CZ products, but have other brands as well. The only reason I'm going with a Glock 43 is due to other brands not fitting me right, so it's just the latest addition to try out.

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It's my worthless opinion of course, but because others have been on the market longer (Shield, XDs, PPS, LC9s*) thus more people own it and most of the kinks are worked out. It has less capacity. IMHO, the ergos of the aforementioned single stack pistols are better than the G43. I just do not believe the G43 adds anything more or does anything better than what's already in it's marketed category, and it's overpriced by at least $100 for what you're getting.

I wholeheartedly believe that if this pistol wasn't associated with the Glock brand, it would not sell and many would not choose it over the other comparable offerings. Many, not all, Glock fans were waiting and lobbying for years for Glock to manufacture a single stack 9mm pistol, and IMHO, they subconsciously (or consciously) already had their minds made up that they were going to buy the G43 over the competition because it was better before they even knew it existed. IMHO, the only selling point of the G43 is that it's manufactured by Glock, it's the new kid on the block, and/or the fact previous Glock fanboys/owners would not have to learn a new weapon system. Other than that, I think the G43 is inferior to what's already out there.

I respect your opinion, Styx. I have posted why I will be getting the 43, but understand that others are quite happy with what they already have.

A big deciding factor between the 9mm Glock Model 43 and like competitors from Ruger and Smith is does the grip angle of the Glock facilitate rapid fire accuracy by reducing muzzle flip (or any other factor). Having never shot a Glock, input from those who have would be greatly appreciated.

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It is really all about you. I have no issues with the grip angle, nor do I personally think it effects shoot ability. However that is me..Although I own several, they are not my personal favorite guns nor pressed into defensive service.

As for the 43. I handled one in the store the other day but no way in H E double hocky sticks would I give up my XDs9 for one. The XDs gives up weight to the glock but I gain rounds with factory 7-8rd mags coming with the gun, factory 9rd mags also available, and real sights already installed @ $399. Plus its been flawless no matter what ammo I toss in it.

tarosean said:

It is really all about you. I have no issues with the grip angle, nor do I personally think it effects shoot ability. However that is me..Although I own several, they are not my personal favorite guns nor pressed into defensive service.

As for the 43. I handled one in the store the other day but no way in H E double hocky sticks would I give up my XDs9 for one. The XDs gives up weight to the glock but I gain rounds with factory 7-8rd mags coming with the gun, factory 9rd mags also available, and real sights already installed @ $399. Plus its been flawless no matter what ammo I toss in it.

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Yes, the G43 comes with plastic sights whereas the others come with steel sight. I don't get why the G43 cost nearly $500 (+/-).

No. Really do not care at all.

Styx said:

If the G19 ever sells for what it should be selling for ($300-$350), then I might pick one up just because, but I'd never replace my Shield the inferior gun. That's just my opinion....

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They do cost about $375...for LEO.

Great new Hickok45 video on the 43. I'm getting even more excited about getting mine in!

herrwalther said:

Almost as much as the Glock fanboys (and girls) amuse me. Going to the range decked out in Glock hat, T-shirts, range bag etc. New Glock comes out, they have to have at least one if not three of the new model. Those who think Glock has the best trigger, reliability, customer service etc.

To be back on topic, Glock is late to the single stack 9mm game. If they took some initiative for once they could have really captured the market, but they decided to wait 4 years.

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I agree.

But, capture what market? Glock is going to sell these no matter when they release them. Even if everyone does already have a Shield. And Glock is lucky enough to have a huge "aftermarket card" as well. One of the reasons I no longer recommend the M&P. Also keep in mind: A single stack 9 isn't a "Glock" Glock. The last thing they need to do is rush to the market and screw up their brand name like the single stack .45's did. This pistol better be good.

And........someone has to say it first:
"When's the .40 version coming out?"

The 43 is an ok gun. It has the same manual of arms as all the other Glocks so thats a big selling point for a lot of new shooters familiar with the system. The mag catch problem and abnormally heavy trigger might be deal killers for some though. Its not what I expected from Glock. On the plus side, it ran everything I put through it. For those who haven't, even the so called haters, try to get your hands on one for a test drive.

The +1 mag extension barely adds any length to the mag, I don't have the exact measurements but from the Hickok45 video the difference is negligible. I have to wonder why Glock wouldn't design the factory mags around a 7 round configuration?

I had the opportunity to handle one at a Glock Armorer's Course that I attended this week. Looks like other Glocks, but FOR ME, it is too small. I think that it'll be too snappy with SD ammo. I'll stick my my 19 or 26 or CCW.

Orion8472 said:

Styx, . . . . . . . I gotta ask what your research documentation is for the Glock 43 being "inferior" [even if just an opinion].

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Even though this question wasn't directed at me I will put a spin on it. I don't see Glocks as inferior firearms. I consider them middle of the road. They aren't as well built as SIG, HK, or Walthers in my opinion. But they are cheaper than all 3. The only thing I have seen about the G43 that makes it "inferior" in any way to other single 9 offerings is the price. Companies with single 9s have been making them a tad longer to they can be offered $100+ less than the G43.

gun_with_a_view said:

A big deciding factor between the 9mm Glock Model 43 and like competitors from Ruger and Smith is does the grip angle of the Glock facilitate rapid fire accuracy by reducing muzzle flip (or any other factor). Having never shot a Glock, input from those who have would be greatly appreciated.

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Glocks have a trademark grip angle. Some like it, some don't. Whether or not it improves accuracy is up for debate. Personally I don't care for the Glock grip, on any generation. The angle did not change how accurate I was compared to non-Glock grips. My only grip with the grip angle is it just doesn't feel right to me.

Zerodefect said:

But, capture what market? Glock is going to sell these no matter when they release them. Even if everyone does already have a Shield. And Glock is lucky enough to have a huge "aftermarket card" as well. One of the reasons I no longer recommend the M&P. Also keep in mind: A single stack 9 isn't a "Glock" Glock. The last thing they need to do is rush to the market and screw up their brand name like the single stack .45's did. This pistol better be good.

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Oh I know they will sell. I and other people not fond of Glocks can stomp our feet until they bleed about how we don't like them, but they will sell at the end of the day. The M&P line really did a number on Glock. By and large that line has a better trigger and typically the smaller the gun is, the better the trigger should be. Sure there will be some who give up/don't carry their Shield/LC9/PPS in lieu of the G43. But there are those who say I have this X and I don't need a G43. Glock is a big name. They could have made a single 9 before Ruger and S&W but they didn't.

nebraska_farmer said:

The +1 mag extension barely adds any length to the mag, I don't have the exact measurements but from the Hickok45 video the difference is negligible. I have to wonder why Glock wouldn't design the factory mags around a 7 round configuration?

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I suspect to sell in places that restrict mag capacities.

Now folks, I don't need a 43 but I know sooner or later I will get one.

Deaf