Shield Arms Glock 43x/48 Magazines Do They Run?

Published on March 13, 2020
Duration: 9:33

This video reviews the Shield Arms 15-round magazines for the Glock 43X and Glock 48. The reviewer highlights the increased capacity and metal construction as significant advantages over factory magazines. Key considerations include the need for a metal magazine release to prevent wear on the polymer version and the initial stiffness when loading the last few rounds. The disassembly process is shown to be straightforward, similar to standard Glock magazines.

Quick Summary

Shield Arms offers 15-round metal magazines for the Glock 43X and 48, increasing capacity without altering the firearm's compact profile. However, these magazines necessitate replacing the factory polymer magazine release with a metal one to prevent excessive wear and potential failure.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: More Capacity for Glock 43X/48
  2. 00:07Shield Arms 15-Round Magazines
  3. 00:14Glock 43X/48 Overview
  4. 00:33Glock's 10-Round Limitation
  5. 00:44Viewer Contribution
  6. 00:53Shield Arms Solution: Metal Magazines
  7. 01:11Advantages of Metal Magazines
  8. 01:31Loading Difficulty
  9. 02:09Side-by-Side Comparison
  10. 02:13Ambi Version Not Yet Available
  11. 02:26Follower and Profile
  12. 02:40All-Metal Construction
  13. 02:48Factory vs. Shield Arms Capacity
  14. 03:01Fit and Profile
  15. 03:17Slight Color Difference
  16. 03:30Textured Base Plate
  17. 03:40Drop Free Performance
  18. 03:53Loading Stiffness (10-12 Rounds)
  19. 04:05Capacity Indicator
  20. 04:21Requirement: Metal Magazine Release
  21. 04:37Magazine Release Options
  22. 04:59Magazine Disassembly
  23. 05:15Internal Design
  24. 05:37Reassembly
  25. 05:54Ease of Disassembly/Reassembly
  26. 05:59Flawless Function
  27. 06:07Cost and Positives/Negatives
  28. 06:14What's Not to Like?
  29. 06:21Stiffness to Load
  30. 06:30Round Count for Trust
  31. 06:39Returning Magazines
  32. 06:47Fit and Function
  33. 06:51Not All Positive
  34. 06:53Metal Mag Release Necessity
  35. 07:13Cost Breakdown
  36. 07:32Not Ambi Yet
  37. 07:55Positives Outweigh Negatives
  38. 08:00Affordable Upgrade
  39. 08:14Extra Rounds Advantage
  40. 08:28No Extension Needed
  41. 08:37Maintaining Compact Profile
  42. 08:50Glock 19 Capacity in 43X
  43. 08:56Conclusion and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main advantage of Shield Arms magazines for the Glock 43X and 48?

The primary advantage of Shield Arms 15-round magazines for the Glock 43X and 48 is the significant increase in ammunition capacity, offering 15 rounds compared to the factory's 10 rounds, while maintaining a similar compact profile.

Do Shield Arms magazines require any special modifications to the Glock 43X or 48?

Yes, Shield Arms magazines require the use of a metal magazine release. The metal edges of the Shield Arms magazines can excessively wear down the factory polymer magazine release, leading to failure if not replaced.

Are Shield Arms magazines difficult to load?

Loading the Shield Arms 15-round magazines can be stiff, especially for the last few rounds. This may pose a challenge for individuals with weaker hand strength, though the reviewer noted it became easier with use.

How do Shield Arms metal magazines compare to factory polymer magazines?

Shield Arms magazines are made of metal, offering a slicker insertion and extraction experience and potentially greater durability. They provide 15 rounds compared to the factory's 10, without adding external length.

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