Glock 43X & 48: What’s the Difference?

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Today we’re talking about the differences between the Glock 43X and the Glock 48. Watch now to learn which one could be better for concealed carry vs a slightly better shooting experience on the range, common misconceptions about the lack of a manual external safety.
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[@jacegallagher8589]

The Glock 48 is my current (and first) concealed carry and my first firearm ever. I love it.

[@freethinker3716]

Hell yeah bro

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

I own both models and carry both models off duty in my rotation. I prefer the 48 for the accuracy, but the 43X for easier concealment from a seated position.

[@beastmode3600]

Same

[@tinopacino9400]

I work Security! I Love Both fire Arms However I carry the 43 because it’s much easier to conceal.. I qualified with Both the 43 and My Sig 226!! My 43 i use as My Backup..

[@NAMEK.BLUDIsPurpleCodeine]

Except the 43 has better aim cus its smaller Longer barrels are inaccurate without sights

[@douglasphillips24]

I couldn't agree more . Love the 48 mos my new edc.

[@shuumai]

Seated with appendix carry?

[@dennisrankin9508]

I own both the 43X & 48! I carry both in my rotation EDC. The Glock 48 is the one I like to carry over the 43X. The 43X is my back up gun on duty.

[@UmmJannah5]

GREAT video! Quick and to the point,yet VERY thorough!💫

[@tiburon760]

Excellent video, clear and concise.

[@zeb5248]

Very well made and informative video

[@MightyMonk360]

Great video very informative and thorough!

[@procarlingas]

Great content and great video quality 👍

[@edsims719]

Great review - thx!

[@dmann1209]

Awesome review and the presenter has a very smooth presentation of the firearms, especially when manipulating the slides. That G48 may be next on my purchase list.

[@tobylopez445]

I got the shield 15rd mags and steel mag release and it works very well. G48

[@CutandShoot5x5]

Thank you Emily for this head to head on these 2 incredible handguns!!!

[@kevmoful]

I bought the 48 and then bought a 43x slide . Normally end up carrying the 43x . I do prefer the impulse of the 48 but differences are negligible until I get out past 20 yards

[@marksc1929]

Great review 👍🏻

[@wasabilao8355]

Awesome tips & helpful, thanks ❤👍🤩

[@petehawley2502]

Great video. great watch!

[@user-wl7zb1pl8l]

Very well review thanks for the info Ms. Callahan

[@georgeghil7957]

Thank You So Much!

[@chrismosquad1056]

Great video! Keep up the good work. Earned yourself a sub! 👍🏻

[@devinmcbreen8539]

Great video

[@danalamb8398]

Have both 43x and 48. I alternate carrying, but seem to carry the 43x more.

[@geraldf4193]

great job thanks

[@danalamb8398]

Would enjoy a video of you comparing the 43x and 48 on the range.

[@johnschrab6129]

Thanks Emily!

[@lizzapaolia959]

We just found your KZbin channel. Thank you for your detailed professional video.my husband and i will be subscribing as well. Very classy. God bless you 🙏

[@robertsalyers1351]

I've just purchased the G48 and now I'm waiting until I can pick it up and get back to the Range

[@calvinnelsonjr6465]

You’re very knowledgeable

[@Funexpected]

Excellent video

[@blauseymalinois4339]

I enjoyed the review, please do more. Thanks

[@TheMikeharris7]

I think I have that same G-Shock watch lol. I think the slides and barrels are interchangeable between the 2 models? So you could buy a 43x and a 48 barrel/slide and put it on the 43x. Not sure there is any huge advantage to that but I thought about trying it. Also I bought 3 Shield Arms magazines and their mag release. Initially I had a lot of failures - mostly all FTF's. However I noticed that was on the same box of ammo. I've since tried several other different types of ammo and haven't had a failure yet. I might head to the range here in a bit to test some more, so I probably just doomed myself. :)

[@eddieengland9886]

I thought you might add a link to the Shield Arms magazine and mag catch but i cant find it if you did. Other than that it was a good video.

[@JYShpsGA]

I know this vid is now over a year old but I just bought a G48 MOS. Love it. I’m not one to mod guns so, with the exception of adding a red dot, I’m keeping it stock.

[@55aryan1]

You explain everything very nice Glocks my favorite But they are coming out with too many models Getting confusing!

[@ltdad613]

Very impressive presentation.

[@steveskonberg1599]

Guns were pretty awesome too.

[@georgepeak861]

The Micro Dagger mags works for these as well. Have heard good things about their 15rd mag.

[@Berettaguy]

I actually bought a micro dagger. I prefer it over my 43x. It’s mostly a metal thing. I’m not a Glock fan. That’s mostly because so many Glock guys are so stupid about them. The it’s the best and only great gun stuff.. ugh I opted not to get dagger mags. Something about the metal and plastic. I had shield arms mags for the 43x anyhow. But would still go shield arms if I didn’t have them already.

[@radium_habit6869]

I have a 43x with a couple of shield arms mags. Best handgun for the cost I’ve ever owned, very smooth shooter.

[@commonwealthwarfare]

same, only thing I added was night sights

[@lestagez]

do your shield arm mags have any issues with the slide not holding back after the last round is fired?

[@Berettaguy]

@@lestagezno. I see they didn’t answer. A year later. You probably don’t care now.. lol

[@Berettaguy]

Try the dagger micro. Same gun. Just much cheaper. I like my dagger better. Ive got enough rounds through it and trust it. So I’m gonna sell the 43x. I like the dagger grip angle better.

[@G.daily.laborer.]

More videos like this pls

[@spook9018]

awesome 48 and emily❤❤❤

[@GLOCK4LIFE0]

I will be getting this gun after I purchase my Sig P365

[@poopymcface9792]

Professional video! Well done!

[@101PSU1]

forget the Shield mag. Lots of folks have problems including me. Also the steel mag release won't work with the glock mag.

[@Lake_City_Defensive_Training]

Despite owning several over the years, I've never been a fan of Glock pistols and I don;t think I've ever kept one longer than about 6 months. However, I got my hands on a G48 a couple of years ago and it quickly became a favorite...i refer to it as "the gun I hate to love.". Still not a Glock fan in general, but definitely a G48 fan.

[@Path2Insanity]

Subscribed because of her

[@TripleWhopperWithCheese]

The difference is the 48 is better.

[@ethangouws1983]

Hell yeah, will never understand why everyone has a 43x and not a 48. You conceal the grip not the barrel.

[@Lake_City_Defensive_Training]

You know that other than 3/4 inch of barrel/slide length...they are the exact same gun...right?

[@Joe-ie8vk]

I own the 43x but I’m kinda thinking I want the 48 also. The 43x looks stupid lol I like it I carry it but it’s looks like why the 48 will be my next I hate the glock 19 cause it’s a brick in my hand but the 48 and the 43x are game changers for me when it comes to glock.

[@Berettaguy]

@@ethangouws1983you don’t conceal your barrel? You carry owb with a short shirt? My barrel is in my pants or in a holster under a shirt.

[@JerryCrow]

Isn't the 43 better than the x with just a magazine with a molded bottom...? One could carry the smaller mag in holster, and have an extra stick for reload, as the footprint of the magazine is quite nothing

[@wizard7206]

Glock 48 👍

[@Lurkartiist]

G48 🔥

[@Berettaguy]

Can’t say I notice a difference shooting the 43x or any other gun. When it’s fully loaded or the last few rounds. I don’t see the few extra rounds the 43x has. Making a difference in recoil. Now had you said the longer grip makes it easier to hold and manage recoil. I’d agree. Getting my pinky on the grip does help. Also talking about the other safeties. Doesn’t beat the argument of no frame safety. People who complain about no safety. No there are safeties. They want a frame mounted safety. I’d assume you should know that.

[@atAlyssabeth]

Shield Arms has custom variants but they need a 48 MOS Custom because that would be the goat of all 43X/48 Customs

[@GlockUser1982]

I just got the G48 MOS last week. I hate the grip/recoil on this Glock more than any other. I have order several upgrades for this and once they all get in I will upgrade. I should have rented before I purchased but didn't have the funds to rent and shoot at the moment and I really needed a smaller gun to protect myself when I am out on the road working.

[@razormonkey5000]

Get a flashlight and compensator.

[@mikeoxlong3676]

43x for appendix. 48 for strong side hip. 👍

[@Gary-ko5bn]

Your video was plain and simple,easy to understand,all I want it to do is shoot,I know Glock is very very reliable,I carry the 48 which is easier to shoot,less recoil ,than my 43 or 43x,the key statement that you said about longer barrel on 48 is more accurate for a person who is not going to shoot 10 billion rounds is correct I am 82 years old and understand that.Thanks ,

[@theerealbillyb]

I still cherish my Glock 43.

[@Robisme]

At this point, most would just carry the 19 and have more ammo, mod options and better grip.

[@theshadowofsiege7559]

Depends on body shape and clothing choice. 19 is the obvious better “gun” but not for all situations. Not ideal for true concealed carry. The shield mag is also not a 100% reliable mag either, I don’t care what they say, so I stick with the 10 rounder and just carry the second In my pocket 😂. Or you could get a mag holster. I understand where you are coming from though. In the winter in NM I can get away with carrying a 19, even my 20 before. But in the summer when it’s just shorts and t shirt. Either48/43x

[@luisb8942]

G 19 more muscle, more round ,more accurate in distance. Don’t see much difference when carry 43x ,48 or 19 .Humble opinion. I keep it simple also . Great video ty

[@coreygraham860]

Do you notice the extra thickness? Does it print more?

[@risteardwest3384]

In this video she also mentioned the shield still magazines could fit in I met someone at a shooting range that did that they had to spend extra money to get some kind of adapter to go into the squat 48 the problem is you can't use the original magazines anymore you have to stay with the steel ones I think it's just the gimmick and a waste of time otherwise clock would have came out with a 15 shot I always found leaf well enough alone once you fool around replacing things with a Glock GLOCK won't cover the warranty anymore

[@TheMikeharris7]

Sorry to be an a-hole but I had a little bit of a hard time reading your comment. It's 'steel' not 'still' and 'leave' not 'leaf'. Also that's one hell of a run on sentence. Anyway I know I'm being a jerk but I had to stop and try to figure out what you were trying to say. Having said all that I am testing the Shield Arm magazines. When I first got them I started getting a lot of FTF's malfunctions but I noticed that was on the same box of ammo. I've since put a few hundred rounds through of other types of ammo without a single malfunction so far. Think I'm going to go to the range again here in a bit to test some more so I probably doomed myself.

[@phabeondominguez5971]

@@TheMikeharris7 "gramma" police commentary aside, it's been 4 months, any updates from either of you fellers? Looking to get g45 and g43x for EDC needs, plan was to run em both completely bone stock, since they would be last resort pieces.. so yeah, let me know.

[@wharris7594]

He spelled Glock as Clock, so yeah he had more mispellings

[@coreygraham860]

You can use PSA mags without changing the mag release from what I understand.

[@CoolGuyStuff]

Is there a .40 cal version of the 43x? Like the glock 27 to the 26.

[@Asidebar]

no

[@masterk5066]

Only way to get something like that would be building a polymer80 .40cal “glock”

[@cin426]

Good guns once you change the sights and put in an apex. The capacity is underwhelming compared to most other edc.

[@789295]

I wish Glock sold a pkg deal in a box with one serialized frame that came with both slides. I think it would sell well!

[@shuumai]

Problem is, the slides and barrels are also serialized.

[@789295]

@@shuumai That may be a problem some places of course. I have a 948 Beretta that has two barrels, long 6" and short 4", both carrying matching serials number to the frame. Came from the factory that way :)

[@shuumai]

@@789295 oh, I guess it works because you can only use one at a time anyway. But what if two serial numbers are used?

[@789295]

@@shuumai I have no idea how it might work. I know several shotguns come with multiple barrel sets. Of course that's with one serialized receiver which is the required part for a SN. My Beretta semi-auto shotguns only have a SN on the receiver that's recorded. The barrels are not serialized. My Beretta O/U shotgun barrels are hand fitted and have the same SN as the receiver. Glock chooses to serialize all 3 parts. I am not certain if the same SN could be used if the pieces are sold as a package deal. The frame is what is required to be serialized here. Maybe why they SN all 3 is because of requirements elsewhere.

[@danieljaramillo87]

Can you help unload my +P 😂 it’s small but dynamite

[@donkeypox1943]

What bullet grain do you recommend for the 43X or 48

[@sboy1955]

Both of these pistols have barrels longer than 3” so 115-124gr is what I would go for. Anything under 3”, I’d stay with 115gr.

[@jeremiahbass4418]

I prefer 147 grain jacketed hollow point buffalo bore it's a little spicy but it gets the job done both guns are like a Honda Civic ugly as hell but they run just about anything

[@jeremiahbass4418]

I prefer 147 grain jacketed hollow point buffalo bore it's a little spicy but it gets the job done both guns are like a Honda Civic ugly as hell but they run just about anything

[@ryanranard5187]

Doesn’t matter what grain weight

[@stantonkramer2986]

Take the 43x and put an extended rear sight in it and hang Streamlight TLR-6 light on the front for weight or a DPM recoil system on it and you’ll almost cancel the differences it has with the 48. If you own one of the 80% of accurately molded pistols you can switch to S15 15 round mags. Sadly about 20% of the 43x/48 pistols aren’t reliable with the S15s because the molded mag wells are slightly mis-shapened.

[@davidneal3889]

So for EDC if you had to choose between a glock 48 and a Sig 365XL which would you choose

[@billyharper2285]

Depends if you prefer a external safety honestly, that's what I'm struggling with

[@oscara5041]

Go with the Glock. From what I have heard is the sigs have a defect where they could shoot by themselves. Why take the risk?

[@davidneal3889]

@@oscara5041 Thanks I'll probably go with that

[@brett9382]

@oscara5041 I believe that's only the sig p320 models. That being said, I don't think there's a more reliable gun than a glock so I would pick the glock

[@mattz.7761]

Correct. The 320 had a drop discharge issue that was corrected and another issue with it going off un-commanded although there many different individual accounts that only maybe one was substantiated. Others have details that could lead one to believe they are negligent. However enough reports have caused entire departments to stop using them. The 365 series is perfectly safe though. I carry Macro appendix and super pleased with the thin profile and high capacity. Shoots pretty darned accurate and flat.

[@demetriuscooksey7147]

One has a barrel that is shorter than the grip, so is imbalanced and has a shorter sight radius, thus doesn't shoot as well and isn't any more concealable than the other.

[@Horror_Film_Aficionado]

Hi, I have 2 glock 22 gen 3 I conceal carry IWB and are my home defense guns. I use 180 federal tactical law enforcement HST and 180 Speergolddot ammo as my primary. I switch it up. I've rented an AR-15 and shotgun at the range to try but didn't care to much for them. Is glock 22 .40S&W good enough for self defense and home defense? Do I need an AR-15?

[@DrewBrisc1]

Wednesday Adams style!!

[@813Tactical]

Your watch changed 20 minutes in the matter of seconds. 1:38 to 1:42

[@Deacon-oi1kh]

G48 every day! ❤

[@RudiusSwagrid]

With face type one should not have hair pulled tight back

[@JasonGage]

CT only allows 10 round mags anyway so I am good

[@mjgII]

do as you're told

[@ericleighton8483]

this state sucks lol

[@dcole8714]

Odd question, what kind of watch are you wearing in this video?

[@Jackie34070]

casio gshock

[@RuckerBuilds]

If you install the steel mag release, would it mess up your factory mags? 🤔

[@gunnerd686]

You use the shield mag (metal mags) for it which is 15rds, not the oem mag

[@RuckerBuilds]

@@gunnerd686 I know you use the shield mags after what I’m saying is you can’t ever use your factory mags too

[@tooshort6921]

Get the micro dagger 15 round magazines from Palmetto State Armory fits G43x and G48.

[@lv4097]

@@tooshort6921any reported issues with these? or are they smooth sailing

[@jcoats150]

👍🏻

[@ole-ol1ok]

Great informative video, but please please , the distracting background ( for lack of a better word) music , is not at all necessary.

[@charlesbeall2589]

Neither is every 'E' vowel being pronounced in long form. You don't speak like that.

[@risteardwest3384]

Glock 48 much better than the 48x it's about an inch longer it's actually the same size as the Glock 19 except it's probably around 4 or 5 oz lighter this gun's about 26 oz the Glock 26 Gen 5 is about an inch and a half to 2 in shorter but it weighs more weighs about 27 oz so I would suggest check check it out if you could find one these guns sell very fast glucks been around a long time they keep coming out with no ones and better ones your life depends on them don't waste your time and money with the other handguns that are out there that don't do anything for you 🇦🇹💯👍

[@watchyoutube9553]

When the 48x came out???! 💀💀

[@jordanosborne4383]

@@watchyoutube9553💀

[@garrettlundy3959]

“Half an inch” Saved you five minutes 😂

[@TulioViloria]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@NBWDOUGHBOY]

The 43X from when I shot it I can say. Man, That thing is snappy. I have big strong hands and even for me. That thing is really snappy so you definitely need to get some good training in with it.

[@jacobpetersen5662]

I find it very soft

[@NBWDOUGHBOY]

@@jacobpetersen5662 You must have the strongest hands in the world. No way any regular person would say the recoil of a micro 9 is Soft. That's one of their few drawbacks. Honest Outlaw even talks about that in his video.

[@theflypilot]

@@NBWDOUGHBOY If you do more shooting with .40 or .45, the. 43x is very soft.. My 20 year old daughter loves it after using the Glock 23 for years.

[@NBWDOUGHBOY]

@@theflypilot HAHA! Ironically, .40is my main HD Handgun. I shoot it alot. I've gotten more accustomed to the 43X the more I've shot it but, Yes. Its definitely snappy for the size that it is. I guess thats to be expected but yeah. Its not a problem at all.

[@daviddalton8996]

You didn’t mention the barrel length on the G48 as a comparison.

[@thezarn9903]

Holy eyebrows

[@MikeMike-wr7zi]

The more weight in the magazine (more rounds) does not equal less recoil in a pistol. Recoil plus or minus is affected by barrel weight and length

[@Justin-rq6kf]

If the gun is heavier it's moved less by recoil.

[@rrsatx]

Physics

[@gsteel98]

Ill probably get tge g19 for edc and the g48 to leave at home incase my gf is alone and somebody tries to break in

[@jerroldkazynski5480]

Did she say it did, or did not, have Belgian whistles?

[@rumbajunior6991]

Is the Glock da best handgun on the market 🤷🏻‍♂️ cause i wanna buy a gun !!

[@JoeyMeyers]

If you’re looking for something affordable and reliable and extremely simple get the glock

[@NAMEK.BLUDIsPurpleCodeine]

I think the 43 Built diff the only Glock thas Built Perfectly the handle is not too small or fat, barrell is not long and ugly like 22lrs🤮🤢, its perfectly chubby and not too big its in the middle plus aims better and feels perfect in hands and recoil is perfect plus its still more aggressive than the 40 cal jus not 50 😢

[@kt2816]

Glock 19

[@tinopacino9400]

I Love Glocks as well However I Hate the Stock Sights!! They are terrible! It’s a pain to buy a New Glock and have to spend an other 160-180 for Trijicons HD Night sights! Very important for a CC gun!!Also the Trijicons give you a longer sight radius..

[@steveskonberg1599]

She’s freaking hot AND knows guns…what a combo!

[@zackbenedict9142]

I prefer the 43x.

[@massihzaboli4756]

Emily I’d awesome!

[@iDizzy0]

Thanks for the detailed review Em 💚🫡

[@happydog4929]

My 48 came with a GMB, don't hear much about it.

[@juderandasan1000]

like the girl

[@jP-nw7nm]

I bet she drives a yota! I can put money on it 💪🏼

[@emilycallahan972]

This is so funny. I drive a Corolla hatch 😂

[@cheshibelle8155]

She is. Wow. ❤

[@NAMEK.BLUDIsPurpleCodeine]

Longer barrells Jam if you get shot at and you have a 48 your probably Ded

[@teller1290]

Wh...wh...what?

[@teller1290]

I see a typical array of rude, classless people in almost every comment section, especially if a woman is the presenter. Sad.

[@austincruz4956]

Wow she’s beautiful

[@shermrock345]

I would fall Vitim ti the safety Nancies if KZbin lol. Aslong as you know its a safe gune it doesn't matter if we see thats its safe its not like we can get shot through the tv screen if you point it at the camera.😂

[@derli1647]

She gives off cop vibes.

[@calvinnelsonjr6465]

She might’ve been in the military!! What does that have to do with the topic she’s speaking on?