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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:32:21 PM EDT
Glock 43 left, Glock 19 right. 
Glock 43 left, M&P Shield 9mm right. 
Glock 43 on top, Shield on the bottom. Nearly identical in size. Barrel on the 43 is a bit longer, but the grip is a bit shorter with the standard magazine. This photo obviously includes the finger extension. 
Glock 43 top with flush mag, Shield on bottom. Very minimal difference in grip. 
Glock 43 on top, Glock 19 on bottom 
Glock 43 on top with flush mag, Glock 19 bottom. 
This photo gives you an idea of the height differences between the 43 and 19. The Glock 19 is only a bit taller compared to the 43 with the finger extension. Overall, I really love the feel of the 43. While it only holds six rounds, I love the snappiness of the trigger, and the overall comfort of the gun. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:35:46 PM EDT
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Good post. I was really looking forward to this pistol but I'm disappointed with the mag capacity. Maybe I'll change my mind if I get to handle one but for now I will stick with my 26 for CC.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:36:09 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:37:30 PM EDT
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Piss on CA
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:37:49 PM EDT
[#4]
Quote HistoryThat's so original. Never seen that before! 
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:38:04 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:38:14 PM EDT
[#6]
Please use the flush mag when doing size comparison pics
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:38:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That's so original. Never seen that before! Quote HistoryQuoted: That's so original. Never seen that before! |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:41:27 PM EDT
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Please use the flush mag when doing size comparison pics I can add more pictures. I just need a moment. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:50:00 PM EDT
[#9]
nice next on my "do want" list
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:50:36 PM EDT
[#10]
Couple pictures added with flush magazine.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:52:11 PM EDT
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I can't get all of my fingers around the grip on it.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:53:54 PM EDT
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I can't get all of my fingers around the grip on it. My three fingers barely manage to fit with the extension added. Definitely a two finger firearm. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:55:12 PM EDT
[#13]
Thanks for taking the time. I would really like to see some comparison pics with a Glock 26, asi may consider trading out for one if it is decently thinner.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:58:28 PM EDT
[#14]
Kinda looks like it "Points" more than normal Glocks maybe that's just an illusion caused by the lack of finger grooves, or my tired eyes.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 3:58:42 PM EDT
[#15]
I got an email this morning, my 43 should be at my FFL's tomorrow.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 4:00:36 PM EDT
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Im not a 43 owner but looking at the pics you posted I think I am giving up very little and gaining a ton by staying with the 19. I love my wifes 42 but something about the maga capacity and handling that I cant get over
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Posted: 4/22/2015 4:00:37 PM EDT
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I was really looking forward to this pistol but I'm disappointed with the mag capacity. I'm disappointed with the size. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 6:17:59 PM EDT
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I'm disappointed with the size. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I was really looking forward to this pistol but I'm disappointed with the mag capacity. I'm disappointed with the size. TWSS |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 6:23:24 PM EDT
[#19]
I like mine, so far everyone's that's checked it out liked it.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 6:25:26 PM EDT
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Piss on CA ...dude, just think of how safe we'll be with the microstamping and safety for dropped magazines... 
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Posted: 4/22/2015 6:31:05 PM EDT
[#21]
can you compare it to a 26 ?
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Posted: 4/22/2015 6:34:27 PM EDT
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can you compare it to a 26 ? I may have sold my Glock 26 at one point...  
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Posted: 4/22/2015 6:38:12 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: can you compare it to a 26 ?  |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 6:38:35 PM EDT
[#24]
I am afraid if I am going to trade off that much ammo, I am going to carry my Glock 36.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 6:39:02 PM EDT
[#25]
Meh
I would of bought one over a Shield years ago. But I bought a Shield and love it. After the Shield, I bought a Pro and loved it. Now the only Glock I own is a G19 and I haven't sold that because I have $500 worth of holsters and mags for it. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:22:45 PM EDT
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I'm on the waitlist, but I'm still undecided as to whether or not I'll buy one.
I'm already so heavily invested in the Shield with sights, trigger kit, mags, and a holster set-up(s). Still, we'll see. The Shield has a certain finesse to it; the Glock can go in the mud for all I care. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:29:45 PM EDT
[#27]
How thick is the 43 slide compared to a 19 slide, measurement wise?
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:34:38 PM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryQuoted: How thick is the 43 slide compared to a 19 slide, measurement wise? |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:37:40 PM EDT
[#29]
I absolutely love my 19, but I'll stick with my PM9.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:38:13 PM EDT
[#30]
I'm not sure why mag cap is being referenced as a deficiency since 43s are a magazine fed firearm and that is easily addressed by the aftermarket. It looks like a nice and tidy package.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:40:07 PM EDT
[#31]
So is LARGER than the Shield?
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:41:13 PM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Im not a 43 owner but looking at the pics you posted I think I am giving up very little and gaining a ton by staying with the 19. I love my wifes 42 but something about the maga capacity and handling that I cant get over |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:45:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
Good post. I was really looking forward to this pistol but I'm disappointed with the mag capacity. Maybe I'll change my mind if I get to handle one but for now I will stick with my 26 for CC. Honestly, what capacity were you expecting out of a single stack 9mm? |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:46:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: So is LARGER than the Shield? |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 7:52:13 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Honestly, what capacity were you expecting out of a single stack 9mm? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Good post. I was really looking forward to this pistol but I'm disappointed with the mag capacity. Maybe I'll change my mind if I get to handle one but for now I will stick with my 26 for CC. Honestly, what capacity were you expecting out of a single stack 9mm? 7+1 to match the shield. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 8:08:39 PM EDT
[#36]
there's already a 43 for private sale on the EE.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 8:25:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 7+1 to match the shield. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Good post. I was really looking forward to this pistol but I'm disappointed with the mag capacity. Maybe I'll change my mind if I get to handle one but for now I will stick with my 26 for CC. Honestly, what capacity were you expecting out of a single stack 9mm? 7+1 to match the shield. Because the capacity of the Shield is the 'correct' capacity? A +1 extension can always be added to the G43 and make it the same height as a Shield but a Shield can never be made as short as a G43. Options... |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 8:30:22 PM EDT
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Thanks for taking the time. I would really like to see some comparison pics with a Glock 26, asi may consider trading out for one if it is decently thinner. G26 is the same width as the 19. 
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Posted: 4/22/2015 8:33:38 PM EDT
[#39]
all that for only 10 less rounds?!
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Posted: 4/22/2015 9:34:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 7+1 to match the shield. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Good post. I was really looking forward to this pistol but I'm disappointed with the mag capacity. Maybe I'll change my mind if I get to handle one but for now I will stick with my 26 for CC. Honestly, what capacity were you expecting out of a single stack 9mm? 7+1 to match the shield. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 9:35:07 PM EDT
[#41]
What's the blast radius compared to a G26?
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Posted: 4/22/2015 9:36:51 PM EDT
[#42]
Thanks. I'm interested to see it next to a 42
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Posted: 4/22/2015 9:36:54 PM EDT
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Quoted: http://oi61.tinypic.com/oko57l.jpg Glock 43 left, Glock 19 right. http://oi61.tinypic.com/2nun8zm.jpg Glock 43 left, M&P Shield 9mm right. http://oi60.tinypic.com/b9a9ap.jpg Glock 43 on top, Shield on the bottom. Nearly identical in size. Barrel on the 43 is a bit longer, but the grip is a bit shorter with the standard magazine. This photo obviously includes the finger extension. http://oi58.tinypic.com/9qwbgi.jpg Glock 43 top with flush mag, Shield on bottom. Very minimal difference in grip. http://oi57.tinypic.com/aaizb5.jpg Glock 43 on top, Glock 19 on bottom http://oi62.tinypic.com/op78qp.jpg Glock 43 on top with flush mag, Glock 19 bottom. http://oi62.tinypic.com/2cibvq1.jpg This photo gives you an idea of the height differences between the 43 and 19. The Glock 19 is only a bit taller compared to the 43 with the finger extension. Overall, I really love the feel of the 43. While it only holds six rounds, I love the snappiness of the trigger, and the overall comfort of the gun. I know they work and a lot of people like them, but they are god-awful ugly. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 9:36:54 PM EDT
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I think I'd rather have the shield THB.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 9:55:50 PM EDT
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I think I'd rather have the shield THB. that's just b/c you watched the yeager vid.... 
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Posted: 4/22/2015 9:56:26 PM EDT
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damn everyone cries about 'one less round than shield'... it's really not that big a deal...
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Posted: 4/22/2015 10:03:30 PM EDT
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TWSS Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I was really looking forward to this pistol but I'm disappointed with the mag capacity. I'm disappointed with the size. TWSS Okay, I had to think about that one. Derp.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 10:04:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: damn everyone cries about 'one less round than shield'... it's really not that big a deal... Most of them couldn't wait and purchased something inferior, so they must hate it. |
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Posted: 4/22/2015 10:06:24 PM EDT
[#49]
Very helpful OP. Looks like I am keeping my Shield. No point in paying more for the G43.
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Posted: 4/22/2015 10:07:44 PM EDT
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I am afraid if I am going to trade off that much ammo, I am going to carry my Glock 36. No tangible difference between 9mm and .45 with modern defense ammo these days. I never saw the need for less ammo in a package not appreciably smaller than a 26.... But whatever, 
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