NEW Glock 43X & Glock 48 - 1st Hundred

Published on January 20, 2019
Duration: 31:12

This video provides an initial review of the new Glock 43X and Glock 48 pistols after the first hundred rounds. The presenter, a self-proclaimed Glock enthusiast, details initial impressions of the two-tone NPVD finish, grip ergonomics, and magazine compatibility. He highlights the 43X's slimline design and the 48's resemblance to a single-stack Glock 19, offering comparisons to the Glock 43 and Gen 5 Glock 19.

Quick Summary

The Glock 43X and Glock 48 are new slimline pistols from Glock. The 43X offers a longer grip and 10-round capacity compared to the 43, while the 48 is a slimline, single-stack Glock 19. Both feature a muted NPVD silver slide finish and interchangeable slides with their respective predecessors.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: New Glock 43X & 48
  2. 00:21Release & Initial Impressions
  3. 01:30Brand New Out of the Box
  4. 01:33Slide Finish: NPVD Muted Silver
  5. 02:41Standard Glock Sights
  6. 03:07Aesthetics & Two-Tone Finish
  7. 03:28Glock 43X: Longer Grip, 10-Round Capacity
  8. 03:39Magazine Incompatibility (43 vs 43X)
  9. 04:14Magazine Compatibility (43X vs 48)
  10. 04:36Glock 48: Slimline Glock 19 Concept
  11. 05:08Viewer Questions & Holster Compatibility
  12. 05:20Glock 43 vs Glock 43X Holster Fit
  13. 06:03Glock 48 Holster Fit Issues
  14. 07:25Transition to Range Shooting
  15. 08:22Glock 43 vs Glock 43X Comparison
  16. 09:06Glock 43X Grip Feel
  17. 09:37Glock 43X Thickness & Width
  18. 10:11Slide Swap: 43X & 43
  19. 10:42Front Serrations & Beveled Muzzle (43X)
  20. 11:08Mixing Slides & Frames
  21. 11:26Double First Hundred: 43X & 48
  22. 11:56Range Session Start: 43X
  23. 12:10Shooting Impressions: Glock 43X
  24. 13:40Glock 43X Summary
  25. 13:56Range Session: Glock 48
  26. 14:18Shooting Impressions: Glock 48
  27. 14:45Glock 48: Unique Configuration
  28. 15:1611-Year-Old's Recoil Comment
  29. 16:43Target Grouping & Continued Shooting
  30. 17:04More Rounds Through 43X
  31. 17:3443X: Shooter vs. Carry
  32. 17:53Magazine Baseplate Design
  33. 18:16One-Handed Shooting: 43X
  34. 18:4243X Balance & Feel
  35. 18:54Comparing 48 to 43X
  36. 19:02Glock 48: Longer Slide on Same Frame
  37. 19:38Market for the Glock 48
  38. 19:46Barrel Length Significance
  39. 20:11Home Defense Potential
  40. 20:2448: Sights, Grip, Trigger, Sight Radius
  41. 20:33Felt Recoil Comparison
  42. 20:52Preference: 48 Over 43X?
  43. 21:25Final Shooting Impressions
  44. 21:29Glock 48 vs Gen 5 Glock 19 Comparison
  45. 21:51Length Comparison: 48 vs 19
  46. 22:00Width Comparison: 48 vs 19
  47. 22:08Height Comparison: 48 vs 19
  48. 22:16Thickness Comparison: 48 vs 19
  49. 22:44Glock 48: Slimline Glock 19 Defined
  50. 22:59Glock 48 Slide on Glock 43 Frame
  51. 23:14Long Slide, Short Body Configuration
  52. 24:32Total Rounds Fired & Ejection Pattern
  53. 25:10Ammunition Issues: Winchester White Box
  54. 26:0811-Year-Old Shooter Demonstration
  55. 27:40Final Opinion: Winners
  56. 28:01Viewer Funded Channel Disclaimer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between the Glock 43X and the Glock 43?

The primary difference is the grip size and magazine capacity. The Glock 43X features a longer grip that accommodates a 10-round magazine, offering a more substantial grip than the standard Glock 43, which typically holds 6 rounds. The 43X's magazine is also wider and not compatible with the Glock 43.

How does the Glock 48 compare to the Glock 19?

The Glock 48 is essentially a slimline, single-stack version of the Glock 19. It shares the same frame dimensions and grip feel as the Glock 43X but features a longer slide and barrel, similar to the Glock 19. This makes it narrower than the Glock 19 but offers a longer sight radius.

Are the slides interchangeable between the Glock 43X and Glock 43?

Yes, the slides are interchangeable between the Glock 43X and the standard Glock 43. This allows for mixing and matching slides and frames, offering customization options for users who prefer the finish or features of one slide with the grip of another.

What is the finish on the new Glock 43X and 48 slides?

The slides on the new Glock 43X and 48 feature an NPVD (naturally PVD) finish. This finish is described as a muted, matte silver that is flatter and less shiny in person than it appears in photographs, with a texture similar to Gen 5 Glocks.

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