Which Glock 43 Mag Would You Choose?

Published on September 21, 2022
Duration: 0:17

This video compares two popular magazine capacity upgrades for the Glock 43: the MagGuts 8-round extension and the Shield Arms Z9 9-round magazine. The MagGuts system modifies OEM magazines, while the Shield Arms offers a dedicated higher-capacity option. The choice depends on user preference for capacity versus modification of existing hardware.

Quick Summary

The Glock 43 can be upgraded with the MagGuts system for an 8-round capacity using modified OEM magazines, or with the Shield Arms Z9 magazine for a 9-round capacity. The decision hinges on whether you prefer modifying existing magazines or using a dedicated higher-capacity option.

Chapters

  1. 00:00MagGuts 8-Round Extension Overview
  2. 00:09Shield Arms 9-Round Magazine Introduction

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the magazine capacity options for the Glock 43 discussed?

The video discusses two main options: the MagGuts system, which extends an OEM Glock 43 magazine to 8 rounds, and the Shield Arms Z9 magazine, which offers a 9-round capacity.

How does the MagGuts system increase Glock 43 magazine capacity?

MagGuts uses a small extension and modified internal springs to increase the capacity of a standard Glock 43 OEM magazine to 8 rounds without significantly altering the magazine's footprint.

What is the main advantage of the Shield Arms Z9 magazine for the Glock 43?

The primary advantage of the Shield Arms Z9 is its higher capacity, offering 9 rounds for the Glock 43, compared to the standard 6 rounds or the 8 rounds provided by the MagGuts system.

Which Glock 43 magazine upgrade is better, MagGuts or Shield Arms Z9?

The choice depends on user preference. MagGuts modifies OEM magazines for 8 rounds, while the Shield Arms Z9 is a dedicated 9-round magazine. Both are viable options for increasing Glock 43 capacity.

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