#SUB COMPACT 9MM PLUS#
#SUB COMPACT 9MM SERIES#

However, we expect to see the future release of factory magazines with extended grips for ergonomic finger placement.Įquipped with Glock's familiar 'Safe Action' trigger system, the G43 has an integrated trigger safety, firing pin safety and drop safety. Unique to its single stack design, G43 magazines are not compatible with existing magazines designed for the Glock 17, 19, 26 or 34. The Glock 43 has a 6-round magazine that fits flush into its grip, which has a flat front strap with no finger grooves. To see its complete dimensions, enlarge the G43's technical data. Dimensions of the new 9mm are just slightly larger than the G42, with the Glock 43's slide width measuring 0.87' and its frame width measuring 1.02'. With a bevy of stand-out features that have made the P-10 line a success, the P-10 S has a crisp trigger, superior ergonomics and rugged reliability that set it apart from many in the striker-fired crowd.

#SUB COMPACT 9MM SERIES#

In traditional Glock fashion, the semiauto G43 sports a polymer frame that fits into their 'slimline' series of handguns alongside the G42 and the G36. The sub-compact variant in the P-10 line, the S holds 12+1 in 9mm while being small and light for comfortable everyday carry. The G43 sets a new standard for concealed carry pistols.' G43 Technical Data 'It will be the pistol of choice for law enforcement and civilians. Buy Now Pistols G43 GLOCK 43 The already legendary G43 is a GLOCK Single stack, 9 mm Luger caliber pistol. The thumb safety (when present) is stubby and difficult to use compared to other designs, so we usually favor the models without the thumb safety.'The G43 is the most exciting product release to date because it addresses a variety of issues that many shooters face with pistols in the concealed carry category,' stated GLOCK, Inc., VP Josh Dorsey. We wish the controls were fully ambidextrous. The texturing is still effective but it’s not as good as it could be, and we wonder about the long-term durability of a coating on a flexible plastic frame. Things we’d improve: The polymer frame appears to be textured and then coated with a Cerakote-type coating, which has us scratching our heads as to why. Smith & Wesson also has a reputation for quality and good customer service, so if any issues arise, you can be confident they’ll take care of you. We like the simple take-down method and the option for deactivating the sear without pulling the trigger. Things we like: The trigger, the sights, the ergonomics, and the comfortable recoil. 30 Super Carry cartridge in this platform, and in that caliber it offers a 13+1 capacity in the flush-fit mag, and 16+1 in the extended magazine. S&W offers ported-barrel options, as well as models with or without a thumb safety, and a longer-barreled variant. In addition, it fits nearly all original Shield holsters, so you don’t have to spend money there if you’re already a fan of the platform.

#SUB COMPACT 9MM PLUS#

The S&W Shield is a proven design and the new double-stack Shield Plus looks to be just as reliable. Let’s dive in and discuss the pros and cons of some of the major players in this hot new concealed-carry space, and help you decide what might be the best micro-compact pistol for you. The first variant of the SFX9 is a 3.25 sub-compact double-column 9mm with our new SF (Solid Frame) lightweight aluminum grip. The better offerings will have real, usable sights, a shootable trigger, options for thumb safeties, ambidextrous controls if possible, and the facility to mount a micro red dot optic on the slide. Crucially, the width should not be greater than a few thousandths over one inch at its widest point. Weight should be around 21 ounces or less unloaded, the length should be around 6-inches or less (for the smallest core models), with an overall height of 4.5-inches or less. The pistol needs to hold at least 10 rounds of 9mm Parabellum ammunition, and more is better. Generally, to qualify as a micro-compact high-capacity 9mm carry pistol, a gun needs to be very small for its capacity. What is the best micro-compact 9mm CCW pistol?įirst, let’s define some common characteristics among this new category of a defensive carry pistol.

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