Is The Glock 43 The PERFECT EDC Handgun For Concealed Carry

Published on March 3, 2020
Duration: 18:05

This guide details the assembly of a custom Glock 43 build using a Polymer80 PF9SS frame. It covers the installation of key aftermarket components like an Apex trigger, Shield Arms slide, Ameriglo sights, True Precision barrel, and Tyrant CNC magazine release. The process emphasizes safety checks throughout the assembly, culminating in a function check. The video host, with extensive experience in DIY firearm builds since 2017, provides an analytical perspective on optimizing the Glock 43 for concealed carry.

Quick Summary

The Polymer80 PF9SS frame significantly enhances the Glock 43 for concealed carry by providing superior grip texture, an integrated accessory rail, and improved ergonomics like double undercuts and accelerator cuts, addressing limitations of the standard OEM frame.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Bias
  2. 00:52Frame Comparisons
  3. 03:33OEM Glock 43 Limitations
  4. 05:36Polymer80 PF9SS Features
  5. 07:27Custom Build Components
  6. 09:29Range Performance
  7. 11:32Final Verdict and Alternatives

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the advantages of the Polymer80 PF9SS frame for a Glock 43 build?

The Polymer80 PF9SS frame offers superior grip texture, an integrated accessory rail for lights/lasers, double undercuts for a higher grip, and accelerator cuts to help mitigate recoil, addressing common limitations of the OEM Glock 43 frame.

What common issues does the OEM Glock 43 frame have?

The OEM Glock 43 frame can suffer from 'Glock knuckle' due to poor undercuts, has a slippery grip texture, and lacks an accessory rail for mounting lights or lasers, which are significant drawbacks for concealed carry.

What aftermarket parts were used in the custom Glock 43 build?

The custom Glock 43 build featured an Apex trigger, Shield Arms slide, Ameriglo sights, a True Precision threaded barrel, and a Tyrant CNC magazine release, along with the Polymer80 PF9SS frame.

How did the custom Glock 43 perform during live fire testing?

The custom Glock 43 build, featuring the Polymer80 frame and various aftermarket parts, demonstrated reliable performance with no malfunctions during live fire testing, though the speaker noted single-stack subcompacts remain 'snappy'.

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