I have a friend who would like to sell me his brand new never fired Glock 43X. I think I might like to try it, but I'm curious as to how popular this gun is should I not like it and opt to "re-home" it.
Any input would be appreciated.This message has been edited. Last edited by: parabellum,
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October 30, 2019, 01:42 PM
mark60
I'm very happy with mine.
October 30, 2019, 01:56 PM
chellim1
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I have a friend who would like to sell me his brand new never fired Glock 43X.
The fact that it is "brand new, never fired" only means that he's not likely to let you try it before you buy it.
Still, I'd try to buy it as if it was a used gun. If you buy it for what you think you can "re-home" it for... you don't have to worry about whether or not you will like it.
It's like buying a used car... and I know you know plenty about that.
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October 30, 2019, 02:03 PM
Rick Lee
It's a popular gun and in stock in every LGS there is. I rented one twice. I don't know what resale is like, but it will sell.
October 30, 2019, 02:11 PM
redstone
I have a standard 43. I like it because it does not print on my shirt. The 43x, has more capacity but it is 'taller' by 3/4" However, I like how it feels. But I have not carried one.
Slim, compact, easy to carry, a little bit taller than the 43.
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October 30, 2019, 02:20 PM
JohnDFW
I have one and like it. I'm not a great shot but shoot it about as well as my G19 out to about 40 feet.
John
October 30, 2019, 02:33 PM
Keystoner
What gun?
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October 30, 2019, 02:34 PM
parabellum
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Why is this in the Lounge?
October 30, 2019, 03:07 PM
HRK
Bought a 48 and converted my 43 to the 43X and it's my carry, I prefer the larger grip of the X and the extra rounds, plus I can go back to the smaller 43 if I need to conceal something smaller overall.
Its a glock so it works...
October 30, 2019, 04:14 PM
NavyGuy
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Originally posted by HRK: Bought a 48 and converted my 43 to the 43X and it's my carry, I prefer the larger grip of the X and the extra rounds, plus I can go back to the smaller 43 if I need to conceal something smaller overall.
Its a glock so it works...
I did the same and it's great that it still fits my 43 holster. I don't find the extra length in the grip a deterrent to conceal, but I guess that depends on how you carry. Great gun. Go for it.
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October 30, 2019, 04:41 PM
kramden
It's an excellent piece. I think you'll be happy with it.
October 30, 2019, 05:36 PM
bigdeal
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Originally posted by parabellum: Subject line
Why is this in the Lounge?
For no other reason than I clicked on the wrong section. Can you move it for me to the Sig Pistols section where it belongs?
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October 30, 2019, 05:37 PM
parabellum
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Originally posted by bigdeal:
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Originally posted by parabellum: Subject line
Why is this in the Lounge?
For no other reason than I clicked on the wrong section. Can you move it for me to the Sig Pistols section where it belongs?
Clarify your subject line
October 30, 2019, 07:13 PM
patw
I really like the model,although I don't own one. I will probably get one eventually as they are like any other Glock,quality and tough. I like the way it feels better than the 43 I owned. You just have to decide if it is for you.
October 31, 2019, 02:37 PM
bigdeal
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Originally posted by parabellum:
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Originally posted by bigdeal:
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Originally posted by parabellum: Subject line
Why is this in the Lounge?
For no other reason than I clicked on the wrong section. Can you move it for me to the Sig Pistols section where it belongs?
Clarify your subject line
You appear to have already edited what I originally posted. Do I need to do something more?
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October 31, 2019, 06:16 PM
Kskelton
I have a hyve +4 extension on my regular 43 and enjoy it. Only reason I went this route instead of the 43x is because the 43x didn’t exist when I added extension to 43.
Seems pretty popular. The black slide 43X's, I think are a lot more popular than the silver slide ones, now that black is available. I have silver in the 43X and 48, but would have preferred black.
It clean up nicely, though.
October 31, 2019, 08:49 PM
Sigmund
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Originally posted by redstone:
...Slim, compact, easy to carry, a little bit taller than the 43.
For me, it's a perfect fit in www.smartcarry.com I'm comfortable with 21 rds of Gold Dots.
November 01, 2019, 07:35 AM
tiwimon
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Originally posted by Sigmund:
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Originally posted by redstone:
...Slim, compact, easy to carry, a little bit taller than the 43.
For me, it's a perfect fit in www.smartcarry.com I'm comfortable with 21 rds of Gold Dots.
I carry it in smart carry as well and I'm loving the 43x.
November 01, 2019, 08:51 AM
rockchalk06
I sold mine a few months ago. Nothing wrong with it, but I carried my P365 more. Especially since they released the 15 round mags.
I will eventually get another one. I don't think you will go wrong. I had to replace my trigger shoe as the factory one would tear my finger up about 50 plus rounds.
