This review of the Alpha Foxtrot 1911 S-15 highlights its 1911-style trigger, slim grip, and all-metal construction, offering 15-round capacity via Shield Arms S15 magazines. While it performed reliably with ball ammunition and impressed with its fit and finish for the price, a significant ejection issue (brass to the face) was consistently observed, posing a safety concern. The reviewer suggests potential fixes involve extractor/ejector tuning, but notes this may be beyond the average user's expertise. Accuracy was good, but sights were consistently off-target.
This video highlights Palmetto State Armory's (PSA) "based" stance in defending Second Amendment rights, particularly concerning their Dagger pistol line and its compatibility with Glock platforms. The presenter emphasizes PSA's commitment to innovation and customer support, contrasting it with perceived actions by Glock and the failure of Shield Arms' S15 magazines. The Dagger is presented as a superior, American-made alternative to Glock clones, offering features like suppressor-height sights and optic cuts out-of-the-box.
This video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to installing the Radian Ramjet barrel and Afterburner compensator system onto a Glock 48 MOS. It also covers the mounting of a Holosun EPS Carry red dot sight, a Streamlight TLR-7 sub weapon light with an Antimatter Industries 'The Wing' thumb rest, and concludes with a fitment test in a QVO Tactical holster. The process emphasizes proper component integration for enhanced firearm performance and ergonomics, with a focus on secure installation techniques.
This guide details the installation of the Radian Ramjet and Afterburner compensator system on a Glock 43X, enhancing its performance to compete with modern carry pistols like the Sig P365 X-Macro. The video, presented by a high-authority firearm influencer, demonstrates how these aftermarket components significantly reduce muzzle flip and improve shooting speed. It also covers the integration of other accessories like the Vortex Defender optic and Streamlight TLR-7 SUB, and compares the modified Glock's performance against the Sig P365 X-Macro in various drills and a reliability test.
This EDC update from Tactical Fellowship's Benelli showcases a curated selection of everyday carry items for 2025. Key components include the Glock 43X with a Holosun EPS Carry RD2, Benchmade Aluminum Bugout knife, and a Crossbreed Reckoning holster. The video also highlights practical gear like a SanDisk SSD, Couch wallet, and Mammoth Craig key lock, offering insights into personal carry choices and recommended upgrades for enhanced functionality.
This video from Johnny Q provides a practical comparison between the Glock 43x and Glock 19x for everyday carry (EDC). The instructor, with high authority in firearms and tactical gear, favors the Glock 43x for its superior concealability. He details potential upgrades for the 43x, such as the MOS configuration and Shield Arms S15 magazines, while noting the 19x's bulkier profile when equipped with accessories.
This guide details the ultimate configuration for a Glock 43x MOS, focusing on reliability and enhanced performance through carefully selected aftermarket parts. The build emphasizes maintaining OEM internals for critical components while upgrading the barrel, trigger, magazines, optics, and accessories. The speaker, a GUNMEN host with extensive testing experience, highlights practical modifications for improved ergonomics and shootability, culminating in a highly customized EDC firearm.
This video provides an in-depth review of a custom Glock 43X build featuring an ARC Reactor slide, designed for enhanced recoil mitigation and capacity in a micro-compact package. The presenter, Ben White of Tactical Fellowship, details the build's components, performance with Plus P Plus ammunition, and discusses trade-offs like accuracy at extended ranges. The build aims to optimize the Glock 43X for concealed carry by integrating a compensator and high-capacity magazines.
This guide details essential upgrades for the Glock 43X MOS for an Every Day Carry (EDC) setup, focusing on enhancing grip, control, illumination, and magazine capacity. It covers installing aftermarket parts like Talon grips, Vickers slide stop, Streamlight TLR-7 Sub, Shield Arms S15 magazines, Trijicon RMRcc optic, Johnny Glocks trigger, Empire Katana magwell, and Night Fision sights. The host emphasizes reliability testing for magazines before carrying defensive ammunition like Speer Gold Dot 9mm.
This video provides an in-depth look at the Palmetto State Armory Dagger Micro, highlighting its compatibility with Glock 43X/48 parts and its features like an optic-ready slide and improved trigger. The reviewer, demonstrating high authority, compares it directly to the Glock 43X in terms of weight and magazine capacity, also offering a crucial warning about potential holster fitment issues due to slide geometry differences.
This guide provides a step-by-step process for upgrading the magazine catch on a PSA Micro Dagger. It details the necessary tools, including a curved pick and needle-nose pliers, and outlines the procedure for removing the old catch and installing a new one. The video also touches on compatibility with Glock 43X/48 parts and material considerations for aftermarket catches.
This 500-round test of the Alpha Foxtrot S15 1911/2011 platform in 9mm highlights its compatibility with Shield Arms S15 Glock magazines. While generally reliable with only one minor malfunction, issues arose with optic mounting screws loosening and potential hand discomfort from the safety lever. The firearm performed well with iron sights after the optic was removed, and its ability to consistently lock the slide back on empty magazines was noted as a significant advantage over other 2011 platforms.
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