Glock 42 vs Glock 43 Comparison

[@BuddaBanks]

Just picked up my G42 today and told the guy at the counter what gun it was and he goes “you mean a 43?” And was willing to bet me money that I bought a 43 💀 his disbelief just shows how much people sleep on 380

[@peytonnorris7244]

I practiced with 9mm for about 4 years consistently I shot a lot, it was like I would plateau and I was not getting faster or more accurate, after I got the 42 and started practicing my draw I was not just a little faster and more accurate I was exponentially better and now it's like shooting a 22lr I can point shoot playing cards from the draw at 15ft no problem and my draw speed is like. 86 sec .don't let your ego get in the way of progress!

[@CharlesStephens-f2h]

To get 7 rounds in the 42 mag, grind down bottom of the follower. I have done all 8 mags I have, all work perfectly.

[@BuddaBanks]

@@CharlesStephens-f2h I paid a couple bucks for the +1 extension save myself the headache

[@HoopaDoncic]

Bought a Glock 42 for my wife. When I’m running out real quick I grab Hers and leave my 43x home with her. Both are definitely great guns

[@johngrunwell]

Good review of both and I carry both. The G43 is exactly a slimed down G26/4, but with a Gen5 addition. The G42, my first in 2014, and again in a Gen5 flavor except the barrel. Both are in my favorite carry rotation and very happy with each and their performance out to 25yds. Don’t regret my purchases.

[@SuperStar_HoboCop]

Honestly after failing to comfortably conceal carry a p365x macro, I definitely agree these slimline glocks have a solid if not underrated place in the market. Love the informative videos, will definitely be looking at a g43 next time I'm at a shop!

[@NittyGritty420]

Did you try different holsters?

[@SuperStar_HoboCop]

@DJ-dc7pr 2 different IWB ones, my workplace is business attire, so it's tough to find something that wouldn't make it print. Love my macro, but as a heavier guy it's proving a pain since it's slide and handle are a little long

[@NittyGritty420]

@@SuperStar_HoboCop you can always do deep concealment if you are heavier guy. I heard that’s a good option for big dudes.

[@D.L.W.]

My every day carry is a Glock 42 with Trijicon HD XR Night Sights and a 9 round ETS magazine fitted with an XGRIP for a full three-finger grip. I load the magazine with 8 rounds maximum, plus one in the chamber, to ensure 100% reliability. Ammo of choice is Underwood Extreme Penetrator 380+P. This combination has very little recoil, is very controllable and EXTREMELY accurate! I carry it 24/7 in a pocket holster and honestly it's so light and compact that I forget it's there. The best self-defense pistol is the one you never leave home without!

[@IAmTheHomeDepot]

What pocket holster did you opt for?

[@dogcatcher5910]

Keep the content coming! I agree with most of what you said with the exception of, “get off me gun.” I was required by two agencies to complete sidearm qualification (for all “allowed per roster” sidearms) out to 50 meters. Both the 42 and 43 were able to do their part in that qualification! Nearly two decades working for or attached to various units, agencies or departments I have learned; with what you train, is with what you will survive! Never let the idea of this is only a “backup” or “run to the corner market” piece cloud your vision. If you are carrying a rock in your pocket, as a means of survival then you should know that the rock in your pocket is a combat worthy, to hell and back, stake your life-members of your unit lives and your principals lives on it rock! Any time you carry a _____ for protection never be uncertain that it will see you through! Again, keep the content rolling!

[@pdthehybrid]

Thank you Sr.

[@dogcatcher5910]

@@pdthehybrid Sir, thank you, Sir!

[@firstnamemike]

Im in Chicago and the crime has gone up a lot , as planned, so I am starting to carry all the time. Thanks for video.

[@mikemcmanus116]

I have purchased a 42 shortly after my post below. I had a "rough" 300 rds or so to break it in. Never had that issue with my other 9mm Glocks. The recoil spring felt too stiff and was causing issues. I left the slide locked back for a week or so. Locking the slide together with 300 rounds "cured" the problem. IMO the 42 likes hotter ammo. For range ammo Freedom Munitions 100 gr seems to work well and is as cheap as I've found. The 42 is operating well and is amazingly accurate 🙂 I use Underwood Xtreme Defender 68gr for edc.

[@mikemcmanus116]

"above" not "below" 😞

[@Nono-rh4lr]

My extreme defenders shot significantly high on me. Landed on the Federal Hydrashok Deep 380. The Deep makes all the difference. The only JHP to meet the FBI 12+ inch mark. I love my 43x and trying to decide between the 42 and 43 for my next setup. The only thing that makes me nervous with the 42 was all the trouble they had at first. Glad to hear your good with the 42. I trust your opinion.

[@spnfirearms]

Yes that was a long time ago but they tend to be mostly reliable now. My 42 and 43 have ran flawlessly as well as my 43x. I’ll have to check out that ammo!

[@gk5891]

I'm not convinced fluted rounds are not gaming the system. They make a large cavity in gel, but that would be the temporary stretch cavity in living tissue which is much more elastic and results in almost no damage at pistol velocities. I'm waiting to see actual shooting results or at least a goat trial so I know what real tissue disruption would be like. Note I'm not saying they don't work just that I need some evidence from real living tissue because I don't have experience with rounds of a similar design to judge them by. I have run XTP because it either expanded minimally and went 12" or tumbled and went 14"+. That was my priority over reliable expansion. Critical Defense was pretty reliable, but sometimes came up short. .380 HS Deep is on my short list for it's replacement as soon as I get 200 rounds through my .380 with zero malfunctions.

[@michaeldavis5538]

Yall are scientists sounds like lol. Hit a human with a 22 short in a vital area, OVW. Much less a .380, and it's critical duty too? Come on

[@ChrisfromGeorgia]

I'd say go with the 42, especially since you already have the 43x. I bought mine new and had a few minor hiccups within the first 200 rounds. I didn't clean the pistol before firing, so that could have played a part. Ever since then, I haven't had any problems whatsoever. I've looked mine up and it was built in December 2018. As far as I know, the 42 did have some issues upon it's initial release. I have a friend who got one when they first came had an issue (can't remember) and Glock took care of it. As far as I know, he still has it and hasn't mentioned any issues since the repair. That being said, I can't remember the early model's that were affected if you are purchasing one used. I do know forma fact, that you want the factory magazine's to have 03 on them. Take care and I hope this helps.

[@gk5891]

@bigdummy77 I did the math once and the recoil of 124+P out of a fully loaded G43 is 240% of the recoil of a 85 JHP out of G42. The latest American Rifleman has a article on a very accomplished shooter working with his daughter (who is well beyond a novice in my opinion) and the difference in her split times with the G42 and G43 was eye opening. As a matter of fact some of the rounds I fire out of my G43 have almost the same recoil as my G30S when both are fully loaded.

[@mikem2132]

I recently went and rented a G43 because I had never fired one. I was thinking about getting something for deep concealment, like if my G26 is too big. I think if I can carry a G43, I can carry my G26 and I like it more. Maybe I’ll try the G42, that might be what I’m looking for.

[@darrellwoods5961]

I own Several Glocks. 17 gen3 9mm, Glock 21 gen4 45acp. And o own 2- Glock 42 380acp .. I Absolutely Love these Baby Glocks !! Fun Factor is thru the roof!!

[@vsznry]

I was wondering why some choose .32 ACP, .38 ACP vs 9mm. Looks like it effects the "stack", the thinness of the gun, & therefore the grip. So making multiple Glocks is casting a wider net in the market. The business, engineering & ergonomic design of guns is fascinating.

[@Gieszkanne]

Magguts also offer +1 follower for the 42. I have seen a video from a guy who combine it with a +1 base plate and he said its reliable. So you would have also an 8+1 with smaller foot print for your 42.

[@wackyguyoverthirty]

+1 Hyve Extension

[@civicsr2cool]

The g42 smooth trigger shoe is a massive upgrade for the 43/43x//48

[@crabbyturtle1594]

Both are great to have around.

[@MrHearddat]

Been carrying my 42 alot more just because of how light it is in my clothes.

[@SaintLaurent9269]

@mrhearddat what holdster do you use ?

[@dnixon6437]

Thank you bro for this video because I’m in The market and these were the two that I had my eye on. This was very informative, thanks again

[@sombra6153]

I consider the G43 to be more versatile than the 43X. Lock in a standard baseplate mag and it will conceal well in pocket, on the ankle,or IWB without unnecessary printing. Back it up with a couple of standard. 6-round mags or a couple of extended capacity specimens. The 43 probably fits small hands better than them43x and up. All I can say on the mags, however, is to test any aftermarket mag and mag parts. Maybe Wolff will start making G43 mag springs that will work with not just factory but also with some of the aftermarket plus-whatever number bases. The Johnny Glocks OEM flat trigger is worth looking at and still keeps the trigger pull stock. Just so much friendlier to the trigger finger.

[@ChrisfromGeorgia]

You know it! I love my G42. The perfect EDC imo. Take Care 😎👍💯

[@anthonyjarrad141]

G43 for the win!

[@DanielRodriguez-kx9je]

I pocket carry the 42 in basketball shorts. It's comfortable and the Underwood ammo is more than enough to stop a threat.

[@gmoney465]

I've had the same issue with z9 mag they sent me a new spring I could tell it was stronger I left it loaded for about 3 months put 200 rounds through no issues locked back everytime

[@chryslertechnician3439]

Love seeing the Glock 42 get sme love !!

[@MR.IceCreamMan93]

42 looks sweet 😊

[@spnfirearms]

I appreciate that! Respect

[@nightcat87]

I went with the 43x but looking at the 42. Appreciate the videos.

[@patricklewis8567]

Love my 43, carry it all the time.

[@BricksX4]

I currently carry the G43 with the magguts kit, but looking at the 365X. Is that an X frame you have on the 365?

[@spnfirearms]

Yes and x fcu!

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

I don’t trust shield arms mags, nor do I trust magguts. I only trust Glock factory OEM springs and magazines. 6+1 with two spare magazines in the pocket is enough.

[@Drummr88]

Does Glock not make a 7 shot mag for the 42 with a thumb plate?

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

@@Drummr88 Unfortunately Glock does not.

[@Drummr88]

@@colt10mmsecurity68 Gotcha. Thank you for the reply

[@RueRemix]

Loving the G42 Content

[@boostboy787]

Use to have a 42 gen 4 I loved it was so concealable & light weight I prefer it over the Glock 43/43x I got a g45 gen 5 now but I plan to get another one of these 42 but gen 5

[@stevenfoster618]

PSA dagger 15 r compact magazine. Works great in 43x with no metal mag release conversion.

[@kodaxkodax4153]

How many squib rounds happen when loading and unloading all of those pocket P’s?

[@keylargojoe62]

Can't go wrong with either!!

[@n8365r]

Love my Glock 42, along with my Taurus GX4 it is one of my EDC.

[@Joe-ie8vk]

42 is my summer carry or my walking the dog gun in the evening. If I’m going somewhere the risk is higher of really being in danger I carry my canik mc9. I know some people have had issues with there’s mine has been 100 percent and now you got 12 plus one and if you put the 42 over it it’s smaller but not dramatically smaller it’s the thinness and weight that’s the big difference. But for just running around town walking the dog I feel like 7 rounds of 380 is enough personally.and the mags are so small it’s not a big deal to throw a spare in your pocket something that is harder with the canik it’s a proper double stack mag and it’s 12 rounds of 9mm it drags the pants down for sure.

[@DjTumbao]

The Extreme Defender Ammo is great; that's what I use when I carry my .380. Sometimes it's hard to find. I want to get the G42. Does it run well with the Extreme Defender? By the way, for the G43X, have you tried the Palmetto Armory magazines

[@heeebeeegeeebeee]

Good guns for sure.

[@spnfirearms]

Can’t beat ‘em for light edc!

[@frank-the-tank75]

Really good guns

[@dennislyons8720]

looking at G42 for concealed carry. Thanks for the vid

[@reiniergarcia]

How are you gonna throw a gun into your pocket without a holster and with a round in the chamber? And if you remove the round then it's useless. And if you add a holster then you remove the advantage of a small size pistol.

[@jmeyer7042]

Love ur videos. I have the same 43 setup with magguts and its perfect for me. Keep up the good work. I do miss my sr9c

[@MURDOK72605]

By any chance do you know the difference in trigger shoe size between the 43 and the 19? I'm about to attempt to swap out my mc2c for one but not sure which is closest in size to the mc2c trigger shoe. Thoughts?

[@mikemcmanus116]

When you double/triple tap does the 42 shoot a lot flatter than the 43?

[@spnfirearms]

It is much flatter but both are very easy to shoot!

[@trevonwilliams2542]

I just bought the same plus 2 base plate for my Glock 42 have you ever had any trouble with it feeding?

[@guynall4025]

Got my first Glock yesterday picked up a Glock 43 with 2 mags and a kydex holster from my local pawn shop that I have bought many guns from for 175 out the door looks well carried I will carry mine for now with critical defense 115 grain as it what I already have

[@Kingsc84]

Is the sig p365 10+1 I take that over 8+1 every time.

[@nightcat87]

You are the man. Thanks for sharing your tools and videos my friend.

[@DreErdna]

Great video , informative, helpful tips ! Thnx

[@Don_Frahn]

The hive mind has persuaded everyone into thinking you need to carry a full size Glock 34 with x300 and 15 spare mags. That’s if your long gun goes down. The reality of it is most dudes just want something with a few rounds that can keep someone at bay god forbid the day ever came. My 42 is a perfect little pocket gun for when carrying my 19 isn’t feasible or warranted.

[@cjbeck5469]

Get mag guts for the 42 it brings your stock mag to 8 where you don’t need the extension

[@jonspencer7004]

palmetto state dagger has a 15rd mad that works with the stock g43x

[@rogerslade6998]

Spn what should I stage in the bathroom, glock 44, kahr cw9, or Taurus 38 spcl. Any tips? I need to pic up a regular 43.

[@spnfirearms]

I would say the Kahr. Anything .22 lr would still work in self defense but it’s not recommended because it’s unreliable in pistols

[@rogerslade6998]

@spnfirearms thanks brother.

[@spnfirearms]

@@rogerslade6998 no problem!

[@douglasphillips24]

Glock 43 is my dedicated hiking gun cause I hike alone Appalachian mountains to stay in shape; never had a malfunction with factory magazines.

[@paulfrancois7653]

For the algorithm! I have them both. Can't go wrong with either.

[@johnmclaughlin4802]

It’s hard to stray away from Glock because of its reliability

[@peytonnorris7244]

I shot 9mm and practiced with 9mm for a long time and just seemed to plateau when I started training with the glock42 I was not just a little bit faster and more accurate but i was Is exponentially faster and more accurate in a shocking way it is my favorite carry pistol it is the goldie-lox Of concealed carry pistols! In my opinion.

[@thegeth4293]

I have an lcp max already so i shouldnt even want one of these, but i do. Im sort of a pathological glock hater, i own an m&p 2.0c, which i do think is leaps and bounds better than a g19, and my lcp max, i want another pocket/ankle size gun, and i guess i gotta go to where the market support is.

[@christianlopez286]

Lcp max vs g42?

[@spnfirearms]

I like the 42 but I’ll do a review comparison soon!

[@jeggersiv]

Good question... Glock reliability or LCP max capacity...?

[@lucetothebridge]

EDC? G42 anytime anyday! with Pierce+1 mag ext. , with Underwood ammo you good to go. Very light and slim , BUT not too small and not too big, almost NO Recoil , surely goes bang whenever you need.

[@D.L.W.]

My every day carry is a Glock 42 with Trijicon HD XR Night Sights and a 9 round ETS magazine fitted with an XGRIP for a full three-finger grip. I load the magazine with 8 rounds maximum, plus one in the chamber, to ensure 100% reliability. Ammo of choice is Underwood Extreme Penetrator 380+P. This combination has very little recoil, is very controllable and EXTREMELY accurate! I carry it 24/7 in a pocket holster and honestly it's so light and compact that I forget it's there. The best self-defense pistol is the one you never leave home without!

[@RaymondWilliams-m7t]

I love my glock 43 it's thin an reliable ❤️ an so compact no one can tell I have it!!

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

What ammo do you recommend for the glock 42 for home defense?

[@Nope-ik8wv]

A g42 for home defense? My brother 1 it’s much too weak and 2 it’s so expensive just go buy yourself a shotgun and some buckshot with it for like $300 at that point.

[@lucetothebridge]

Home defense? pick G19 or G48 IF you don't like shotgun

[@D.L.W.]

My every day carry is a Glock 42 with Trijicon HD XR Night Sights and a 9 round ETS magazine fitted with an XGRIP for a full three-finger grip. I load the magazine with 8 rounds maximum, plus one in the chamber, to ensure 100% reliability. Ammo of choice is Underwood Extreme Penetrator 380+P. This combination has very little recoil, is very controllable and EXTREMELY accurate! I carry it 24/7 in a pocket holster and honestly it's so light and compact that I forget it's there. The best self-defense pistol is the one you never leave home without!

[@Nope-ik8wv]

@@D.L.W. I don’t think filling to capacity is really going to effect the reliability of ets mags right? every time mine have jammed up it wasn’t the first round or even the first couple anyways

[@PastorErickDMarquez]

Awesome Review 🦓

[@spnfirearms]

Thanks man, I appreciate it! Respect

[@PastorErickDMarquez]

@@spnfirearms Yeah Man We Subscribed for sure

[@scottlucia1485]

Great info 🤟🏽

[@RandyWittmann]

I wish mag guts made a plus 2 for the 42 like they do for the 43

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

💙 both guns.

[@nightcat87]

Great video

[@DennisMenxce]

great video

[@spnfirearms]

Thanks man, respect!

[@NittyGritty420]

Since your such a fan of 380 I’m surprised you don’t have a beretta cheetah or a PPK in your collection. Bersa thunder is a good budget gun too if you don’t wanna spend a arm and a leg for a ppk.

[@michaelsweaney3890]

I have a Beretta Cheetah and it's more of a collector piece. I also have a Bersa thunder CC and that is my EDC. Its seriously a excellent gun, and I got mine for $200. Just can't beat the value.

[@NittyGritty420]

@@michaelsweaney3890 I’m guessing you have the old cheetah and not the new one they just released?

[@paulyoung4814]

Good content, to the point

[@bigguy83freedomfirearmsfis94]

My first ever gun I bought was the Glock 22 after awhile I want something as a back so gun for walking or just going out so went and bought a Glock 42 which was my second gun so the Glock 42 as a special place it’s is a really good 380 too carry and it’s easy too carry.

[@aft5264]

I also have a g22 and a g42 lol. I carry both sometimes.

[@georgek1954]

great content

[@marktelep5856]

I've never had a problem with my 12 shield arms magazines!

[@TwentyTwoSigma]

I never did either. Granted I never shot my 48 much.

[@HoopaDoncic]

What’s the best defense Ammo for the 42?

[@D.L.W.]

My every day carry is a Glock 42 with Trijicon HD XR Night Sights and a 9 round ETS magazine fitted with an XGRIP for a full three-finger grip. I load the magazine with 8 rounds maximum, plus one in the chamber, to ensure 100% reliability. Ammo of choice is Underwood Extreme Penetrator 380+P. This combination has very little recoil, is very controllable and EXTREMELY accurate! I carry it 24/7 in a pocket holster and honestly it's so light and compact that I forget it's there. The best self-defense pistol is the one you never leave home without!

[@ApostolicITTech]

Commenting for support 😊

[@steve2751]

I keep shooting low left with my 43, still love it tho

[@ShawnShipstad]

I tried the 9mm (42) Forget it. It was very painful to shoot. The point where the (Webbing) between your thumb and index finger-on the pistol is very thin. There is almost nothing to hold.

[@spnfirearms]

It does not hurt at all and is one of the smoothest shooting single stacks out there

[@chutethemall8099]

You didn't compare a Glock 42 to a Glock 43, you compared your customized Franken-glocks with aftermarket parts, stippling mutilation, spring kits, mag extensions etc. Tinkertoys.

[@archiecruz8032]

Is there a glock 42 who has a 9mm bullet?

[@theyunglos]

You said type whatever for the algorithm .. so im typing BACON

[@spnfirearms]

I appreciate that! Respect

[@Renzgonz]

No front serration, old model

[@NathanUrielMaico]

Do it need a license to Carry when purchasing this Gun? Gor home and Hand carry?

[@EricFullwood]

Anything you want

[@cin426]

My prob with 380 isn't the ballistics, it's too expensive.

[@lucetothebridge]

that's TRUE, and I wonder why (?) any idea?

[@bushrodbrown8326]

Nice

[@bammbamm1961]

"anything you want"

[@peterreily1490]

Put anything I want… The mag extensions make no sense. You’re defeating your purpose.

[@mitchelldecker6128]

Like a 357. But I carry a Glock 42. Can't carry my shoot gun lol

[@paulfisher4660]

generally the 380 is kinda marginal, i had the bodyguard but it went back for repair after a few hundred rounds and accuracy was poor. due to reloading supplies, i bought another 380. got the 42 on the blue label deal so barely more than 3 hundred bucks. accuracy is consistent, easy 3/4" at 7 yards. smallest was just 1/4" yup, you read that right. shot placement is the key and with the 42, you can make the shots count.

[@DesertAZ]

👍

[@spnfirearms]

Respect!

[@Trellmighty223]

G43 was first Glock I shot nice and little

[@nightcat87]

Sweet

[@jerzfiveohthree]

Yeeeeeee 🤙🏾

[@arorath9170]

I didn't know glock made a pistol in .380. I can see the appeal though. Still, i think the 9mm market has come such a long way in fitting more into smaller profiles that i personally don't see the point. That 43 would definately be my choice between the two.

[@BuddaBanks]

I bought a 42 recently, I wanted a pocket pistol but the 43 would print too much im skinny as hell lol. Light weight and recoil + glock reliability is a win in my book

[@arorath9170]

@@BuddaBanks i feel that. 5.5 and skinny enough. My first ccw was a m and p shield 2.0 in 9mm. I would say is pretty comparable to that 43. At first it would print on almost anything i wore. YMMV, but i found a smaller pistol was not the answer. It took a couple months and some trial and error with holsters but i determined the leading cause of printing was my belt, holster, and clothes. Spent the extra money for a stiffer belt designed for CC, a holster with a wing, and some different fitting clothes and boom. Comfortably invisible. Side note, i have since moved UP in size and have spent the better half of the last summer working with a glock 19 with optic. Yeah, it still prints on about half my wardrobe so i only wear it on occassion if it's just a t-shirt kind of day. But with fall right around the corner it's going to be my go to. Still love my shield but the larger glock just feels better in my hand when shooting. Can't go wrong with glock.

[@D.L.W.]

My every day carry is a Glock 42 with Trijicon HD XR Night Sights and a 9 round ETS magazine fitted with an XGRIP for a full three-finger grip. I load the magazine with 8 rounds maximum, plus one in the chamber, to ensure 100% reliability. Ammo of choice is Underwood Extreme Penetrator 380+P. This combination has very little recoil, is very controllable and EXTREMELY accurate! I carry it 24/7 in a pocket holster and honestly it's so light and compact that I forget it's there. The best self-defense pistol is the one you never leave home without!

[@matthewaustin2578]

Two Glocks diverged in a yellow wood And sorry I could not shoot both

[@antrios3111]

❤

[@typersquarepantsdominguez3062]

🎉

[@jonspencer7004]

comment for algorithm

[@GametimeSlime]

The 42 is so tiny

[@antrios3111]

😊

[@antrios3111]

😮

[@triptre3638]

Brandishing a firearm without intention of a threat de escalation or usage in self defense is a crime!!!!!

[@TwentyTwoSigma]

Only to willy nilly wave it around. Even when you've been in a situation where you pull your gun, and don't use it, you're supposed to call the police anyway. If you don't you run the risk the criminal calls first and the cops come after you for this exact issue. Common sense is out the door these days.