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Glock 43X

Slimline Glock with extended grip for improved capacity and control

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Key Highlights

  • Slim profile
  • 10+1 capacity
  • Shield Arms 15-round mag compatible

Specifications

Price
$529
Weight
1 lb 2.6999999999999993 oz
Calibers
9mm
Rail Type
none

Capability Profile

0-10 Scale Across 8 Axes

Compatibility Tags

family: handgunframe: glock-gen5frame: glock-subcompact

Overview

The Glock 43X bridges the gap between the single-stack G43 and the double-stack G19. It uses the slim slide from the G43 but pairs it with an extended grip that holds 10+1 rounds in a single-stack configuration. The result is a highly concealable pistol that offers better capacity and shootability than the original G43.

The 43X has become extremely popular due to Shield Arms' S15 magazine, which replaces the factory 10-round single-stack mag with a 15-round double-stack design. This aftermarket magazine transforms the 43X into a slim pistol with G19-equivalent capacity, creating what many consider the ultimate concealed carry combination.

The slim 1.02-inch width makes the 43X exceptionally comfortable for appendix carry, while the extended grip (same length as G19) provides full purchase for all fingers. The Gen5 Silver nPVD slide finish matches the factory two-tone appearance. For shooters prioritizing concealment without sacrificing capacity, the 43X with Shield Arms magazines is hard to beat.

Key Features

  • Slim 1.02-inch width
  • 10+1 factory capacity
  • Shield Arms S15 compatible (15 rounds)
  • G43 slim slide with extended grip
  • Silver nPVD slide finish
  • Full grip for improved control
  • Under 19 oz empty
  • Exceptional concealment profile

Pros

  • +Excellent concealment with full grip
  • +Shield Arms mags give 15+1 capacity
  • +More shootable than G43
  • +Perfect appendix carry profile
  • +Glock reliability in slim package
  • +Growing aftermarket support

Cons

  • No accessory rail (standard model)
  • Factory 10-round capacity limited
  • Shield Arms mags require metal catch
  • Shorter sight radius than G19
  • Slim grip may feel too thin for some

Detailed Specifications

caliber
9mm
Barrel Length
3.41 inches
Overall Length
6.50 inches
weight
18.70 oz
trigger
Safe Action, ~5.5 lb pull
barrel
Glock Marksman Barrel, nDLC finish
msrp
$529

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