Custom Glock 43x | The Ultimate Personal Defense Weapon!

Published on November 11, 2024
Duration: 20:39

This video details the extensive customization of a Glock 43X, focusing on aesthetic enhancements. The firearm receives a Woodland Camo Cerakote finish on the slide and frame, complemented by 24K gold plating on the barrel, pins, and slide lock. Additional modifications include an SRO optic, XS co-witness sights, a gold flare Magwell, and gold magazine base plates, with a discussion on potential slide porting for enhanced aesthetics and performance.

Quick Summary

The custom Glock 43X features a Woodland Camo Cerakote finish by Elliot White Gun Co. and 24K gold plating on the barrel, pins, and slide lock by Gold Guns. It's equipped with an SRO optic and XS co-witness sights, emphasizing reliability with stock 10-round magazines over aftermarket options due to past malfunctions.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & EDC Discussion
  2. 01:14Gun Safe Organization & Dehumidifier
  3. 02:51Glocktober & Custom Glock 43X Reveal
  4. 03:14Glock 43X with T-Rex Arms Holster
  5. 03:38EDC Rounds & Magazine Preferences
  6. 04:10Shield Arms Magazine Issues
  7. 05:06Glock 43X Magazine Expansion Issue
  8. 06:09Preference for 10-Round Glock Magazines
  9. 07:04Cerakote & Gold Plating Details
  10. 07:15Woodland Camo Cerakote Application
  11. 07:3724K Gold Plated Barrel & Components
  12. 07:53Gold Flare Magwell & Base Plates
  13. 08:19Slime Slide & Green Dot Sight
  14. 08:27SRO Optic & XS Co-Witness Sights
  15. 09:09Glock 19X Customization Comparison
  16. 09:47Advice for New Gun Owners
  17. 11:07Black vs. Gold Base Plate Aesthetics
  18. 11:39Future Slide Porting Discussion
  19. 12:15Shoutouts to Customizers
  20. 13:13Shooting Competition Gun Dilemma
  21. 14:03Range Day & Sighting In
  22. 15:17Range Setup & Target Distances
  23. 16:15Initial Shooting & Zero Confirmation
  24. 17:33Accuracy Improvement & Grip Adjustment
  25. 18:10Pace vs. Accuracy Analysis
  26. 19:39Glock 43X Sighting In at 27 Yards

Frequently Asked Questions

What custom modifications were made to the Glock 43X in the video?

The Glock 43X received a Woodland Camo Cerakote finish on its slide and frame, along with 24K gold plating on the barrel, slide lock, trigger pin, and takedown pin. It also features a gold flare Magwell, gold magazine base plates, an SRO optic, and XS co-witness iron sights.

Why does the speaker prefer stock Glock 43X magazines over Shield Arms S15 magazines for EDC?

The speaker experienced malfunctions with Shield Arms S15 magazines, leading them to prefer the reliability of the stock 10-round Glock 43X magazines for everyday carry, despite the lower capacity.

What are the key considerations for running a red dot optic on a defensive firearm?

When using a red dot optic on a defensive firearm, it's crucial to have co-witness iron sights as a backup. Red dots can fail or malfunction, and iron sights provide a reliable aiming solution in such scenarios.

Who performed the custom Cerakote and gold plating on the Glock 43X?

The Woodland Camo Cerakote was applied by Elliot White Gun Co. in Fort Worth, Texas. The 24K gold plating on the barrel and other components was done by Gold Guns in Houston, Texas.

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