The Glock 43x COA

Published on May 5, 2026
Duration: 5:56

This video reviews the Glock 43X COA, a compact 9mm pistol designed for concealed carry. It highlights the integrated Aimpoint COA optic system, extended grip for better capacity and ergonomics, and Glock's signature reliability. The reviewer notes its suitability for concealed carry, comparing it favorably to other popular models.

Quick Summary

The Glock 43X COA is a compact 9mm pistol optimized for concealed carry, featuring an integrated Aimpoint COA red dot sight. It offers improved ergonomics with an extended grip, standard capacity of 10+1 rounds (with higher capacity magazines available), and Glock's reliable performance, making it a strong contender in the EDC market.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to Glock 43X COA
  2. 00:16Magazine Capacity and Future Mags
  3. 00:33Design Philosophy: 43X + COA
  4. 01:04Glock Safe Action Trigger & Caliber
  5. 01:13Capacity and Barrel Length
  6. 01:22Weight and Dimensions
  7. 01:35Optic Cut (A Cut) and Co-Witnessing
  8. 01:51Overall Length and Slide Width
  9. 02:05Price Point and MSRP
  10. 02:14Searching for COA vs. MOS Cut
  11. 02:30Detailed Look at the COA Optic System
  12. 02:50Optic Battery Life and Durability
  13. 03:01Optic Dot Size and Settings
  14. 03:06Optic Adjustments and Controls
  15. 03:19Optic Submersibility and Weight
  16. 03:36Optic Size Comparison to Slide
  17. 03:55Ergonomics and Grip Improvement
  18. 04:16Comparison to Sig P365
  19. 04:24Magazine Options and Capacity
  20. 04:32Overall Package: Reliability and Ergonomics
  21. 04:47Thinness and Concealability
  22. 04:54Conclusion on the COA Integration
  23. 05:01Video Wrap-up and Viewer Engagement
  24. 05:17Call for User Experiences and Reviews
  25. 05:32Final Thoughts and Personal Decision

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Glock 43X COA?

The Glock 43X COA is a compact 9mm pistol designed for concealed carry. It features Glock's popular 43X frame with an extended grip for better capacity and ergonomics, combined with an integrated Aimpoint COA red dot sight system for improved target acquisition.

What are the key specifications of the Glock 43X COA?

The Glock 43X COA has an overall length of 6.5 inches, a slide width of 0.87 inches, and a height of 5.4 inches (without the optic). It weighs approximately 16 oz unloaded and comes standard with two 10-round magazines, though higher capacity magazines are available.

What are the benefits of the integrated Aimpoint COA optic on the Glock 43X?

The Aimpoint COA optic offers a 3.5 MOA dot, up to 50,000 hours of battery life, and is submersible up to 82 feet. It allows for co-witnessing with the pistol's iron sights, providing a robust aiming solution for concealed carry.

How does the Glock 43X COA compare to other concealed carry pistols?

The reviewer suggests the Glock 43X COA is a strong competitor, potentially offering advantages over pistols like the Sig P365 due to its improved ergonomics, standard optic integration, and Glock's renowned reliability, making it a compelling choice for everyday carry.

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