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Glock 43
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oppo
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They are gonna sell like hotcakes.
doublestack
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Prolly gonna be some sweet deals on used M&P Shields! But since I'm not a Glock guy, I'll keep my Shield...or strap on my G23 and wear a baggier shirt!
Jo6pak
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After seeing the specs for the G43, I am going to keep with my plan of getting a Shield for my new carry gun.
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New GLOCK 43 a 9mm Single Stack Hands on
I might have e to get a fourth gen even thought I'm a 3rd gen guy...here's a nice article on it.....Concealed 27
I might have e to get a fourth gen even thought I'm a 3rd gen guy...here's a nice article on it.....Concealed 27
Bigdaddy
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I'm keeping my Shield.
doublestack
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They do not have them on the Glock discount gun list but here is a copy of the current list. To be eligable you must be a member of GSSF for at least one year i am a lifetime member so I can but a new pistol every year. Heres the site info http://www.gssfonline.com/GSSF_Pistol_Purchase_Program_Information.pdf
just so if anyones interested and already a GSSF member....
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just so if anyones interested and already a GSSF member....
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Bigdaddy
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What about us retired military?
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Found this while searching for G43 info, im gonna pre order one i think for that price...but its leo or law enforcment so my buddy will buy it for me
https://www.gtdist.com/glock-43-fs-single-stack-9mm-2-mags-for-le-mil.html
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https://www.gtdist.com/glock-43-fs-single-stack-9mm-2-mags-for-le-mil.html
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Bigdaddy
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Jo6pak
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Not something you want to announce on a public forum:boxed:
SilvrSRT10
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My local gun shop has them for $499. But there's a waiting list that they are working through. No, I'm not on it. Not really shopping for another Glock at the moment. Now if a Stainless Para Ordnance 12.45 Limited popped up it might catch my attention.
oppo
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Jo6pak
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Spent about an hour at the rental range yesterday shooting the Shield and G43 side-by side.
My intent was to put 50 rounds thru each pistol to determine my EDC purchase.
The session confirmed my desire to get the Shield. Both were nice pistols and I'm sure my decision is purely based on personal preference.
To me, the G43 is almost too small. I found myself "riding" the slide release so the gun would not lock open on the last shot. I couldn't find a hand position that alleviated the issue. Granted, I only shot a box of ammo and practice and training would probably alleviate the problem.
The trigger of the G43 also had a bit of creep. Again, for a carry gun, this would not be a big issue but it is worth noting.
The controls (mag and slide release) are also a bit too small for me. This is a personal issue due to a busted up thumb on my right hand. I have limited movement that makes it difficult to manipulate smaller controls. (I have problems with most Glocks as well as FNH and Kahr pistols)
The range said that both pistols had seen about the same round count, but the Glock still seemed much tighter than the Shield. You may make your own decision whether this is a good or bad thing, just thought I would mention it.
For me the Shield is the way to go. I became accustomed to it faster and it pointed and felt more familiar. The grip is a better shape, at least for my hands, and the trigger and recoil felt smoother. Only once did the slide not lock back on an empty chamber.
I found that the magazines were easier to load and they dropped free better. The G43 didn't always cleanly drop out. Again, this could have been my bad thumb not engaging the release with enough pressure compiled by the fact that the button was stiffer than the Shield.
I have also determined that I will probably go with the manual safety on the Shield. Despite the thumb issue, I was able to sweep off the safety easily while bring the pistol on target.
By the end, I was "stealing" ammo from the G43 to shoot the Shield. So my decision has been finalized. Gonna go see Jim at my local shop next week and see what his price will be.
The G43 is a great little pistol that would probably suit most people better as a true pocket gun...it's just not the one for me
My intent was to put 50 rounds thru each pistol to determine my EDC purchase.
The session confirmed my desire to get the Shield. Both were nice pistols and I'm sure my decision is purely based on personal preference.
To me, the G43 is almost too small. I found myself "riding" the slide release so the gun would not lock open on the last shot. I couldn't find a hand position that alleviated the issue. Granted, I only shot a box of ammo and practice and training would probably alleviate the problem.
The trigger of the G43 also had a bit of creep. Again, for a carry gun, this would not be a big issue but it is worth noting.
The controls (mag and slide release) are also a bit too small for me. This is a personal issue due to a busted up thumb on my right hand. I have limited movement that makes it difficult to manipulate smaller controls. (I have problems with most Glocks as well as FNH and Kahr pistols)
The range said that both pistols had seen about the same round count, but the Glock still seemed much tighter than the Shield. You may make your own decision whether this is a good or bad thing, just thought I would mention it.
For me the Shield is the way to go. I became accustomed to it faster and it pointed and felt more familiar. The grip is a better shape, at least for my hands, and the trigger and recoil felt smoother. Only once did the slide not lock back on an empty chamber.
I found that the magazines were easier to load and they dropped free better. The G43 didn't always cleanly drop out. Again, this could have been my bad thumb not engaging the release with enough pressure compiled by the fact that the button was stiffer than the Shield.
I have also determined that I will probably go with the manual safety on the Shield. Despite the thumb issue, I was able to sweep off the safety easily while bring the pistol on target.
By the end, I was "stealing" ammo from the G43 to shoot the Shield. So my decision has been finalized. Gonna go see Jim at my local shop next week and see what his price will be.
The G43 is a great little pistol that would probably suit most people better as a true pocket gun...it's just not the one for me
