New 15 Round Glock 43x Mag

Published on May 8, 2026
Duration: 2:50

This video reviews the new 15-round metal magazines for the Glock 43X and Glock 48. The instructor highlights the increased capacity as a significant improvement for concealed carry, addressing a previous limitation of the platform. While the metal construction is noted, a key observation is that these new magazines eject slower and can hang up more easily at steeper angles compared to standard polymer magazines, though this is deemed a minor issue.

Quick Summary

The new 15-round metal magazines for the Glock 43X and 48 offer a significant capacity increase, addressing a key limitation for concealed carry. While they are slightly larger than standard 10-round polymer magazines, the added rounds are a major benefit. Loading can be difficult past 13 rounds without a loader, and ejection is slower than polymer magazines, with a tendency to hang up at steeper angles.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction: New 15 Round Glock Mags
  2. 00:08Size Comparison: New vs. Old Mags
  3. 00:21Construction: All Metal Design
  4. 00:35Impact on Concealed Carry Capacity
  5. 01:01Loading Difficulty and Solution
  6. 01:37Magazine Ejection: Metal vs. Polymer
  7. 02:20Angle Ejection Issues

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main advantage of the new 15-round Glock magazines?

The primary advantage of the new 15-round metal magazines for the Glock 43X and 48 is the significant increase in ammunition capacity. This addresses a previous limitation for concealed carry, bringing the firearms up to modern capacity standards.

How does the size of the new 15-round Glock magazine compare to the original?

The new 15-round metal magazines are slightly larger and stick out a bit more from the grip compared to the flush-fitting 10-round polymer magazines. This size difference is generally considered a worthwhile trade-off for the increased capacity.

Are the new 15-round Glock magazines difficult to load?

Loading the new 15-round magazines can be challenging after the 13th round. However, using a dedicated magazine loader makes the process significantly easier, allowing all 15 rounds to be loaded with minimal effort.

How does the ejection of the new metal Glock magazines compare to polymer ones?

Surprisingly, the new all-metal 15-round magazines eject slower and less distance than the standard polymer magazines. While not a major issue, this is a notable difference observed during testing.

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