New Glock 43X and Shield Arms?

[outrider58]

Is this the recommended APEX trigger kit for the G43X?

Action Enhancement Kit for Slim Frame Glock®

Limited Restock - More coming very soon!

www.apextactical.com

Yes! Get them while they last!

You might find other vendors who still hold stock. I've found them for less than Apex's price.

 

[Redbean]

Got it. Thanks!

 

[clandestine]

No shield arms mags for me. Took them 3 generations to get them somewhat reliable.

The PSA Micro Dagger mags have more potential but have internal flashing issues that need to be addressed.

 

[Redbean]

Okay, now that I have this G43X on the way, I guess I need a complete G48 slide/MOS slide, right? I want the G43X without an optic for concealability, but would kinda like the G48 with MOS. Does Glock sell these? What are my options? Thanks, Red

 

[outrider58]

Okay, now that I have this G43X on the way, I guess I need a complete G48 slide/MOS slide, right? I want the G43X without an optic for concealability, but would kinda like the G48 with MOS. Does Glock sell these? What are my options? Thanks, Red

There are several on ebay. Just goggle glock g48 mos slide for sale.

 

[Redbean]

Wow, these aren't cheap ($400?)

 

[FrankZ]

Okay, now that I have this G43X on the way, I guess I need a complete G48 slide/MOS slide, right? I want the G43X without an optic for concealability, but would kinda like the G48 with MOS. Does Glock sell these? What are my options? Thanks, Red

I don't feel like the optic changes much for concealability for the G43x. It isn't what prints.

 

[outrider58]

I don't feel like the optic changes much for concealability for the G43x. It isn't what prints.

It really doesn't.

 

[outrider58]

Wow, these aren't cheap ($400?)

Red, I bought one of these the other day. I haven't tried it yet it's for the Missuz's 43x in the future. I've been on a list for a while, waiting for them to come back into stock.

AoA Duty Slide w/ RMS Cut For Glock® 43

AoA Duty Slide w/ RMS Cut For Glock 43 - G43-02, Best Prices and Fast Shipping at Arm or Ally!

www.armorally.com

BTW, Glock factory slides normally retail at $400 and up. I picked up a g48 slide 3 years ago for $375 off gun broker, but then paid $120 to have the slide cut.

 

[Redbean]

Nice! I like that option for sure and its in my price range.

 

[Blaster229]

I don't feel like the optic changes much for concealability for the G43x. It isn't what prints.

The best argument for a red dot isn't the dot, but better manipulation of the slide if needed. It sure makes a nice handle.

 

[babalou]

Okay, now that I have this G43X on the way, I guess I need a complete G48 slide/MOS slide, right? I want the G43X without an optic for concealability, but would kinda like the G48 with MOS. Does Glock sell these? What are my options? Thanks, Red

my 43x came with the Talos red dot. I have the VNSH wrap belt where it conceals nicely, as well as a We The People IWB that is built for a 43x with a red dot. Unlike my pants, these do not make me look fat.

 

[FrankZ]

The best argument for a red dot isn't the dot, but better manipulation of the slide if needed. It sure makes a nice handle.

It does make a good handle. I see more pluses than minus for a red dot.

I do admit, when I strap on I check the dot itself to ensure the battery has died on me. That can be done during your advised practice draws before walking out.

 

[Blaster229]

It does make a good handle. I see more pluses than minus for a red dot.

I do admit, when I strap on I check the dot itself to ensure the battery has died on me. That can be done during your advised practice draws before walking out.

The thing is, if you have the center of the glass, with no dot(for whatever reason), on center mass, you'll make your hit.
You NEED to practice that when you go to the range. And no, don't use iron sights. You're wasting time going to irons if your red dot fails.
You owe this to yourself and your family, to practice it.

 

[da.murray82]

I love my 43x as my everyday carry. Currently only have TLR6 on it

 

[small shot]

Sounds like I'm the minority here. My gen 1 mags have zero issues. Also my factory 43x trigger is the best of all my glocks. I would never consider fooling with it.

 

[River02]

Sounds like I'm the minority here. My gen 1 mags have zero issues. Also my factory 43x trigger is the best of all my glocks. I would never consider fooling with it.

Not trying to be snarky so please don't take this that way-- Have you been through a 500 round training day with your 43X and the stock trigger yet? If you have and you still feel that way about your trigger ---KUDOS to you and you're a better man than me.

 

[small shot]

Not trying to be snarky so please don't take this that way-- Have you been through a 500 round training day with your 43X and the stock trigger yet? If you have and you still feel that way about your trigger ---KUDOS to you and you're a better man than me.

No offense taken. Yes I have. Spent over 600rds through training.

My factory trigger is extremely crisp.. better than my 19, 19x, 17, 20, and 44...

 

[Squaregrouper]

Sounds like I'm the minority here. My gen 1 mags have zero issues. Also my factory 43x trigger is the best of all my glocks. I would never consider fooling with it.

My 43x is the only Glock I have really liked. I don't have the weird point of aim issue I have with mid/full sized Glocks.
I have Gen 2 Shield mags and have never had an issue in 2000+ rds.

 

[89P13]

I have both PSA and Shield Arms. I like them both but I would probably would have gone with the PSAs for the polymer outside. The metal catch eats up the oem ones. At least I’d be able to go back and forth from PSA and OEM.

Edit: I forgot to mention that the 43x did not like a full shield arms mag. Very snug loading into the well. Had to give it a fairly good tap to seat. Another thing I didn’t like. Had to put in 1 round less. PSA had not issues at full capacity.