Is the Glock 48 the New "Do Everything" Glock?

After a (mostly) glowing review of the Sig P365 XL, I'm taking a look at its closest competitor: the Glock 48. The G48 (along with the G43X) is threatening to take the place of the G19 as the Goldilocks go-to mid-sized 9mm Glock. The availability of 15-round aftermarket magazines from Shield Arms has made it an even more viable option for many Glock fans. But does the G48 really deserve to take over the title of the "do everything" Glock? As usual, the answer is complicated.
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[@jamesR1990]

For their next trick, shield arms will convert a normal sized G19 style mag to a triple stack that holds 22 rounds, flush fit

[@clutchcargo1239]

Already too many oversized Glock mags, don't think it would be as big a hit as a 43 higher capacity mag... That is a market that would keep them busy in my opinion.

[@jamesR1990]

@@clutchcargo1239 you're definitely right. I had meant it from a purely comedic perspective

[@stvnbryan5542]

@@jamesR1990 but that is exactly what is going to happen. G19s with 22 rounds and G17s with 24-25 rounds.

[@Clipazine]

@@clutchcargo1239 The point of these magazines is that they're not oversized, they just fit more rounds in the same given space (and may be slightly heavier since they're made of mostly metal). So I think it absolutely would be a hit, I love having more rounds in a flush fitting magazine and I'm certainly not alone in that.

[@MrRdvs87]

Only if they sell the mags with a pizza, with Chinese food on it.

[@DaveL9170]

As a police officer for more than 26 years I am allowed to carry whatever I want by my department as long as a 9mm and semi auto. I chose the Glock 48 and damn glad that I have. Have carried Glocks my entire career and would do so again without hesitation. The Glock 48 fits my hands perfectly and the performance is outstanding. Damned right I am a G fanboy and proud of it!!

[@69deputy]

45acp all day long!

[@cdamauser1963]

..just sayin, cops arent authorities on firearms...most dont even shoot them unless they are at the range. If your a fan of shit ergonomics, lousy spongy trigger, unsupported chambers, doggy chew friendly plastic frames that warp, crappy plastic sights and mim parts galore, by all means, the Glock is your pistol!

[@jimfisher9680]

@@cdamauser1963 Most of those things are subjective. Ergonomics are fine by me, I know some folks have issues with them, but I switch between Glocks and my CZ's all the time (all my CZ are metal frame 75 variants, usually shooting a TSO) or a 1911/2011 variant. Honestly, when you go from hammer-fired to striker-fired, all the striker-fired pistols feel like crap, some are just worse than others. Glocks I can usually make "tolerable" with a $15 spring kit and an hour of polishing. I'm also in the minority that I like the Glock sites for what they are, a defensive pistol. But I make no mistake, a Glock is a good defensive pistol and I can shoot them good enough to stop a bad guy, but they are NOT competition pistols. Besides, who would want a competition pistol, you would end up shooting the baddie in the same hole 5 times, the Glocks make sure I spread the love...

[@wesleybullock814]

@@cdamauser1963... Why broadcast your ignorance or is it stupidity

[@brc1945]

You got glocks because of the low price to LE!

[@mrfrosty3]

It takes talent to make a gun video this pleasantly chill while also being highly informative and engaging. That room he is in looks like it smells of baking.

[@whoawoahh]

Lmao

[@thedjruiner]

lol

[@watchyoutube9553]

💀 half eaten breakfast plate right in from of em off to the side 💀

[@karasnij]

This is the best review I've ever seen. The detailed comparisons and photo overlays were phenomenal. It was great how you guys brought the Sig into the conversation as well. I feel like I understand these firearms well now, thanks to this video. Well done!

[@karmakshantivyapini4734]

nick karas All of Chris’ reviews are top of the line, even if you disagree with him you are informed by him. Go check out the rest of them. If you do you’re in for a treat.

[@LuckyGunner]

Thanks, Nick! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@jimfisher9680]

@@LuckyGunner Yes, their reviews are part of the reason I buy ammo from LuckGunner, even whn I can find it cheaper. A few dollars to support this content is worth it IMO.

[@cliftt]

U must be new here. This video is par for the course.

[@runlevelone]

Protip: The butt of the gun is much more concealable if you have the Tactical Beer Gut!

[@michaelshearer3559]

This is true, mine tends to rest nicely just under my gut, and ends up being flush for the most part.

[@garysarratt1]

Mine does the opposite, but I like it higher too.

[@jadawo]

protip, cardiovascular disease is much more likely to kill you than a mugger!

[@CaveWyatt]

Working on it!

[@rhabdob3895]

It is standard issue for pretend SWAT commandnos

[@tbaylo4034]

So Shield makes a 15 round magazine with a spring in it, and then tells you to buy their extra power 15 round spring in addition? WTF?

[@daahsri]

Just complain to support and they will send you a free spring lol

[@Sol-fu4nm]

I bought 2 mags for my 43x and I will say that the springs are stiff as hell and getting the 15th is hard enough that I just load 14 instead. So, i guess they just come with the mags now. Good quality too.

[@danielberry6060]

Its called capitalism.

[@John.VanSwearingen]

It’s basically a 9mm Commander, except that it works like it’s supposed to.

[@cdamauser1963]

@vic vapor and shitty ergonomics, doggy chew friendly frame, mim parts throughout, lousy trigger pull, mediocre accuracy.

[@internetexpert8153]

@@cdamauser1963 "mediocre accuracy" 😂 😂 😂 that tells me everything about you

[@internetexpert8153]

@vic vapor I mean it obviously works making it one of the most adopted handguns world wide but hey whats that even mean 🤷‍♂️

[@Dunedain313]

LOL SHOTS FIRED!!!

[@cdamauser1963]

@@internetexpert8153 yes , mediocre. Want a real shooter get a CZ 75. Or a 1911..out of the box better shooters. I have owners 7 Glocks but many other pistol designs. I currently carry and shoot a CZ 75 Compact. Alloy framed.

[@Nattieboop]

G19X owner here and I bought my mom a G48. After handling it I’m so jealous of her new piece.

[@Nattieboop]

vic vapor don’t be gross

[@YO_HO_2EASY]

Bought my 19x last month it’s a beast. My next purchase is gonna be a Xdm elite 3.8”

[@deeznatts2725]

Grab your 19x and kiss it and apologize for making it feel unwanted 😥

[@southernmarksman]

I don't think the G19 sized pistols will ever really go away. My prediction is that higher-capacity magazines will become available for the larger pistols. (15 is the new 10, maybe 20 will be the new 15.)

[@alexanderheling2057]

Agree

[@jimfisher9680]

They might fall out of popularity, but right now these smaller guns rarely come with red dot optics. A 48/43X with an MOS system would be a game-changer for me. I'm only 40, but my eye suck and red dot are a huge help in fast target acquisition. So for now the G19 is as small as I can get in glock line up with their MOS system. But I feel that's going to change in the future.

[@timewave02012]

It doesn't work like that. Glock's double stack is already about as aggressive as it gets.

[@NoBrakes23]

I believe California sales alone keep the Gen 3 Glock 19 profitable.

[@Murphy82nd]

timewave02012 why? The trick here was removing the polymer shell from what is already a steel lined magazine. There’s no reason the same couldn’t work with a G19. It may not yield a 50% increase in capacity, however.

[@lawlzorz17]

I think an aspect of the 48 that people are missing is that this is essentially the 19 for people who live in limited capacity states. I'm in a 10 rd only state, so this is perfect for me as a "do it all gun". Its already great for concealed carry, and if I slap the Recover Tactical pic rail with a light on it, it works great for the house as well.

[@stinger8634]

I still carry a Glock 26 with a Pearce +2 base pad. She’s short, fat and still works.

[@andrewhenley2161]

tie oneon Only 50% because high unemployment right now

[@FM-xr5nj]

The goat of carry guns!

[@stanleywrubel8920]

Same

[@jxx123]

@tie oneon 50% how dare you. 98%

[@KingZD1]

I went into a local shop, put the 365 xl in my hand and then the Glock 48, the 48 was the winner by far for grip. Felt natural in my hands, such a comfortable grip. The 365 xl on the other hand felt weird and not very gripful if that makes sense

[@michaelschwab9563]

Because it has a grip for a 6 year old

[@PengwinTamer]

Held them both today while looking into buying my first handgun. The 48 fit in my hand better than any of the other ones I held.

[@Maelstrom8]

Great review! I love that you focus on how the numbers don't tell the full story. Too many times companies will sell you on stats without regard for fit and function. Looking forward to more content like this.

[@zavianjones6695]

Watching this while laying next to my G48

[@jackmemphis777]

I just bought mine today 😁

[@marksc1929]

I literally stressed over purchasing the 365xl , Hellcat Pro and the 48 mos. .. I went with the 48 mos and I’m glad .. just more simple, less potential issues, breakdown etc .. simplicity .. ultimately Glock is still Glock .. affordable yet dependable.

[@reganjeremiah08]

The production quality of these videos is astounding!

[@JT2u829]

Those size overlays are nice. Great review! Appreciate you being Informative, concise and interesting.

[@1312020m]

Yup. I run a 43x with a TLR-6 and s15 mags daily. I absolutely love this gun.

[@Patriot-pq1ku]

Bought one last week it's my carry gun now

[@PoeOutdoors]

As always, great video. I've owned two 48s and a 43X and they are great options. I even called the 48 my "Goldilocks" gun recently but since I was introduced to the XL, that opinion has changed. The Tactical Development rail and 15 round magazine made my G19 expendable. I sold it and don't miss it at all. 365 and XL mags are much less expensive at Osage County Guns, both < $40 for the next month.

[@peredesept]

Lucky Gunner videos are one of my go to resources for firearms. The videos are professional and get right to the point. When friends have asked me questions I usually point them to these videos.

[@guardianminifarm8005]

Enjoyed the footage and perspective. Appreciate your time, dedication, diligence and resources committed to videos. You do the shooting community a true service. Well done. Thank you.

[@Chimmy912]

Damn, that overlay really did put into perspective the size difference between the 48 and 365xl. Appreciate the work Chris!

[@Leitefsj]

7:23 - "There's not much room down there for me to conceal anything". I see what you did there lol

[@bradkeeney5236]

Really appreciate your review! One thing I think you said that made me back up and listen to it again is I believe you put words on why I can’t shoot the 43X as well as I can the 43 as well as I can the 26. The shorter distance to the trigger makes me pull off target more with the 43 but with an extended magazine like an ETS9 round it fits my hand perfectly. There’s literally no change in the shape of my grip whatsoever from full relaxed to full pressure. This is not something I experience with the 26 which has the exact same silhouette. But then you mentioned that the thin grip of the 43 and 43X, or in your case the 48, makes you keep a tighter grip on the gun and if you get sloppy at all it moves around in your hand, and I think that’s exactly what happens to me. I am blessed with a friend who has a range where we can fire from drawing and moving and even shoot at 90° angles and drilling those guns there I lose about 15% efficiency with the 43 in about 30% efficiency with the 43X. Thank you for explaining that! And for anyone else who doubts the trigger placement I would also ask them to try and go from a index finger position to putting their finger on the trigger while holding the sights on target and see if they don’t notice that they end up moving more with a 43 then they do with the 26. I have lasers so it’s easy for me to see how much more I move with those smaller framed closer triggered 43 and 43X guns.

[@Will-W]

The intro to this was on point! I usually don't laugh this hard. THANK YOU for not taking it too seriously but also presenting a large amount of good information.

[@Liberty4Ever]

These are always extremely good videos with the information I want, well organized, with excellent graphics that make it easy to see exactly what is being demonstrated. Thank you!

[@jimdavis9275]

I’m an M&P 2.0 guy, I have the 5” fde and 4” compact which is my edc. I have never owned a Glock but handled the 48 at a gun show b 4 shield arms had that new 15 round mag, which makes me really intrigued. The 48 is the first Glock that felt right in my hand. Thanks for the video

[@alanheath2401]

Glock needs to design a new mag that will eliminate that inside liner so it can hold more rounds and make it compatible with older Glocks. It would be a game changer against the competition

[@cornpop7805]

My 43X with Shield arms 15rd mag has obsoleted my G19. I used to carry my G19 in cool weather because I could wear a jacket to cover the bulk. In warm weather, I usually carried a Khar single stack 9mm. Now, I go with the G43X all year with no problems. I highly recommend the 43X + Shield 15rd mag, I love it!

[@stephens2663]

The Glock 48 is my favorite Glock I've owned... Seriously love this thing. Just ordered the 43x as well... Gonna stock up on those shield mags and put it to good use.

[@jasonk3038]

Keep the overlays as part of your already great reviews, that is a really helpful feature.

[@ORflycaster]

Great review and comparison as always. My Glock bases are already well covered without a G48, but it's nice to be aware of new models that everyone will be raving about.

[@fuelman1391]

Another excellent video. Good information and presentation. Your videos have always been good, but you are really hitting it out of the park lately!

[@doejohn8674]

The Shield Arms mags are a real game changer, I hope they start some for the other Glocks as well!

[@timewave02012]

None of the double stack frames would benefit from what Shield Arms did. Maybe the 36, 42, or 43 could stagger-stack like the 43X/48 with OEM mags.

[@mk45gunnr25]

I read in an interview with the Shield Arms guy that they are working on G43 mag and that it should be a flush fit 9 or 10 round magazine. Glock really needs to partner with these guys. It would push all their platforms back to way in the front of the pack. Figure a 50% increase in glock mags...so a G17 mag would hold 25 flush fit? Wow

[@tomisamish]

@@timewave02012 I wouldn't be so sure about that. The difference between Springfield xD mags and xdm mags is a mm or two of width, and about 4 rounds more capacity with the same overall length. Shield arms might be able to make a 19 round glock 19, which would be pretty cool.

[@tonyovermyer5368]

As a Non-glock guy, I've been eyeing up the 48 for about a week now. It may be because my PPS broke and I've had nothing for over a week, but it seems like the 48 is a good pistol, and I had a brief chance to put a small around of lead through one and it didnt seem so bad.

[@mikeg1302]

thank u so much for this video :) i am 20 going on 21 and researching my best options for CCW when I can purchase a handgun for myself - I am really between the Sig P365 XL and G48 for now, so its great to see you include Sig in the video

[@millemaolchannel8608]

Great video, just picked up my 43X and shield arms mags 2 weeks ago. 300 rounds so far zero issues

[@UncleSnoopy55]

I’m liking these increases in presentation quality and visual comparison. Keep it up.

[@free2chasehappy]

It's amazing to see how pistols evolved and refined to be better and better. Always great to see more options out there. Great video as always.

[@ejsgarage]

Great review. I use Glock 19 and 43x for my daily IWB concealed carry. The Glock 43x is very comfortable for appendix carry. I tested both of them on the range and the Glock 19 was more on target than the Glock 43x but I really love the grip feel of the Glock 43x and the Glock 43x doesn't rub my bingo as much lol. I like the Glock 19 15 rounds mag, I only have to carry 2 magazines to have 30 rounds.

[@Matt-cw7gu]

It’s hard to give just a “thumbs up” to such a consistently great channel. Always well thought out and truly informative content. Fantastic work, I look forward to the next one.

[@angelobartolomeu5679]

Shooting while raining? Paul Harrell approves!

[@AlexHand]

Graphic software size overlays of different models in comparison? You be the judge.

[@badlandskid]

Not whatchacallit an expert

[@jimfisher9680]

I had a 48 for a little while, but I couldn't draw it consistently because the grip was thinner than I am use too and quickly gripping was difficult (I'm a fairly average-sized male). So the G26 came back and the G48 went away. Also didn't like that the mags are basically incompatible with everything, which is a Glock strength point. I can take a G18 mag stuff into my G26, G19x, or PCC. If I take away Glock mag compatibility, I feel like there are better carry guns than Glocks in general, at least for nonLEO carry.

[@VTPSTTU]

Thanks for the video! That was very well done. The graphics were fun to see and informative. I have the same issue with Glock pistols. They've felt fine the few times I've held one, but when I shoot them, I just don't shoot as well. As you said, that's not a problem with Glocks. People just have different hands and react differently to the ergonomics. I appreciate the way you approached this topic.

[@BertShackleford]

*_Wow!_* _Did anyone see that atmospheric cone at the __8:24__ mark?_ It was right after the third shot of the 'Failure Drill'. This is equivalent to the "Mach Cone" that occasionally appears around jet fighters racing through the air at obscene speeds. That was quite the rare phenomenon that you caught on camera - and while on land too! _Impressive!_ Keep up the good work my friend.

[@LuckyGunner]

I think that may have just been the concussion blast from the gun activating the automatic vibration reduction sensor on the camera.

[@Kylecombes4]

You could not have timed this any better. I was pondering the value of a G48, and how it differed between a 365 and XL, and then you upload this that day

[@the-sj3vq]

Just subscribed. I was getting sick and tired of other channels “reviewing” Glocks with shallowness, carelessness, and boredom. Loved this one, straight to the point, makes sense, logical, and fun to watch. Subscribed asap.

[@farstrider79]

Excellent explanation of the features! I thought about the 49 and 43X, but ended up with the 26. They're all good, just pick the one you like!

[@rotaman8555]

I have the G48 with the Shield Arms mags. Love the combo! Same capacity as the G19 in a lighter, thinner package. I’ve ordered the new Holosun slim model optic. Gonna be a heckova weapons system.

[@tiiiimmmmmm]

Yes, I'm really loving those size comparison graphics. Best I've seen!

[@spconrad9612]

Always great information, well thought out and presented, plus your honesty in that Glocks just aren't in your natural comfort zone. Thanks Chris.

[@jmmartin7766]

Great vid! I'm a PPS M2 carrier myself. So lately, when I've tried to keep track of which Glock is which (because I do own a Gen 1 19, and I plan on owning more Glocks in the future), it's been a bit confusing to say the least... Thanks a lot for laying it out so well! 🖒😎

[@EXILEDWOLFF17]

I've carried the PPS M2 For a few years now and I just picked up a G48 yesterday

[@billymania11]

Sticking with my G19 gen 3, pretty much my forever sidearm

[@marcusedcofficial]

Shield arms should make Shield mags lmaoo

[@davidm2418]

They had a pretty nice Shield 9mm long slide at one point, but it appears they stopped making it for reasons unknown. Shield mags are already metal and can't really squeeze in more rounds outside of magguts.

[@luissquinones1071]

@@davidm2418 didn't the p365 accomplish that or are their mags plastic?

[@heeebeeegeeebeee]

@@davidm2418 They discontinued that gun? I just saw one in the store last week ...

[@heeebeeegeeebeee]

Can't be done but ... yes, that would be fantastic, I would switch back to the Shield in a heartbeat if they got the capacity in line with some of the newer guns coming out.

[@brandensoutdoorb-channel8084]

@@heeebeeegeeebeee Shield Plus 9mm 13+1

[@Richard-wz9uh]

I seriously think you make the best pistol-related videos on KZbin. The Honest Outlaw probably comes in close second. It’s really an un-shilled comparison of different pistols with some quantitative and qualitative input that prospective gun owners need to hear. That said, the Glock 48 with the Shield Arms mag has left me in a quandary. Like everyone else in the world of concealed carriers, I carry a Glock 19 daily. It’s getting harder and harder to ignore the G48. I carry with a weapon mounted light so my current hold out excuse for not buying the G48 is that there aren’t (in my opinion) viable weapon mounted lights for it yet. However, the G48 Rail is currently available in Europe so maybe it’ll make its way across the Atlantic and then I’ll be out of excuses not to try out the G48 as a replacement for my beloved G19.

[@clutchcargo1239]

"Yes, yes they are"... Shield arms 15rd mags, and a metal mag release makes for a smaller package with G19 firepower... Have the 43X set up this way, love it. Still like the G19, but considering picking up a 48 for fun. Got a P10C, and actually like it better than the 19. The 365XL is another I'm interested in... Good times.

[@clutchcargo1239]

I should mention that the 43X is also set up with threaded barrel, tungsten guide rod, a flat face Pyramid trigger, and Talon grips. It is easy to shoot with reasonable accuracy. My Wife's favorite fun gun.

[@SoccerVJ2011]

Clutch Cargo 365XL seems like a great pick up

[@darkhorse1797]

I've owned my glock 17 since 1987 and after 10's of thousands of rounds and it's still reliable like no other polymer gun that I've ever owned....period.

[@brc1945]

get a Canik! glock pos!

[@adventurewithken1961]

That was interesting info on how the longer barrel helps prevent printing.👍

[@homesteadishdad]

5:30 - 7:20 reminds me why I love this channel so much.

[@knottheory79220]

Sticking with the 19. I will take $20 magazines and the sheer ubiquity of the platform. The Glock 48 has $40 magazines if you want the same capacity and is a new, not nearly as prolific platform. The 17/19/26/34/45 eco system is insanely well supported and ideal for a TEOTWAWKI gun. If you want strictly CCW, sure go for it, but the grip of the 48 or 43x is exactly as long as the 19, so there's really no point.

[@therealandrewcano]

So its like a short barrel Glock 19 or?

[@clutchcargo1239]

Maybe slightly thinner, and a little lighter, but personal preference is the 19 overall. Especially for OWB. Glock mags are cheap. The 43X for IWB would be more comfortable to me, but it's just a matter of what people like.

[@Samyouell11510]

andrew cano no the 48 barrel is slightly longer.

[@davyjones8921]

Fair point. However for some of us in restrictive states the double stack as no value. Slimmer and lighter and closer in size to a 19 with the 10 rounds we can have is much appreciated.

[@Ideo7Z]

@Sheldon Robertson I to am cursed with sausage short fingers and the Glock 17 ironically fits better than a 19. So I carry a 48 and have the Shield Arms mags on order. I also love the feel on the Sig pistols but Ive been burned so many times by their voluntary and non voluntary recalls I stay away despite being a P226 fanboy.

[@79acastaneda]

My wife got me a 48 for my b-day this year and I love it.

[@eldritchshiner]

I bought a 48 early on, but ended up preferring to keep my G43 slide mounted on it (6 o'clock carry) due to lighter weight. The S15 magazines have been AWESOME. Major power in a light, slim package. Any metal mag release works fine with the S15 mags. My fav Glock ever.

[@mollymcdonald1854]

Thank you for putting this video out there! I watched this wanting to purchase at Glock 48 and ended up going with the sig p365XL for daily carry. Very happy with my decision, HOWEVER I still find myself wanting to buy a Glock 48 just for the hell of it 🤣

[@kavoro8951]

I have one and I personally think it is, I absolutely love it! With the aftermarket 15 round magazines it makes it my favorite carry gun to this day.

[@MadMadCommando]

I think the G48 would make an excellent military service pistol, here me out here: It's the same philosophy behind the Makarov. The G48 is Light, compact, reliable and inexpensive. It can fall into the roll of an infantryman's secondary weapon, who would appreciate the small size and light weight so he could carry more gear. It would have sufficient firepower for those who carry it as a primary weapon, like an MP. Finally, it would be slim and unobtrusive for an officer carrying it as a badge of rank. I really think there's potential here, and I'll be getting one for my own experiments.

[@kobeh6185]

That's a rather fair point, as pistols don't really have much combat application anyway. And this pistol offers far more than a Makarov for the size and weight

[@andrewhenley2161]

You forgot that it has to be Marine-proof. Lock a Marine in a padded room with two stainless steel ball bearings and he will lose one and break the other.

[@bradleypeterson2208]

No, the G48 is smaller and thinner so more difficult to shoot than a full size or compact handgun. The military invests almost zero time in training people how to shoot handguns, so I’d rather have a gun people have a better chance of success with rather than one that “looks the part” of an officer handgun.

[@E52O4]

@@bradleypeterson2208 I own both a Glock 48 and a Glock 19. Both are easy to shoot, and I don’t seem to notice much of a difference in accuracy. The thinner profile of the Glock 48 gives me a more easily concealed option than the Glock 19 (I’m not a particularly tall or large person). My preferred is a Glock 26 with 12 round magazines. That is, until I learned about the Shield Arms S15 magazines. Glock 19 standard capacity with a slimmer profile handgun? I’m sold.

[@fordmech7913]

They have one already just a different name same gun I think its a smaller g17 version for law enforcement and millitary only

[@mikethomas5412]

My 19 has pretty much been a safe queen for the past 16 mths, due to purchasing the 43x.

[@probuilder6828]

Same here. 43x so far is the best fit for concealed carry.

[@kirsch1616]

Mike Thomas I never wanted the 43x...until I got it in my hands and shot it. Only time I’ve carried something else in the past year was in the bear woods.

[@mikethomas5412]

@@kirsch1616 that's exactly how I felt and adding the SA mag only made it better.

[@jeremylee9856]

This is such a good video, I've never seen this channel but this is better than most gun channel reviews

[@sergiomuniz9242]

Haha i thought you were gonna pull a “Dirty harry” on camera. Love it.

[@ragnarlothbrok9133]

New sub to your channel. Great content and commentary. I carry a G23. I had a Sig P239 but could never shoot it as accurately as the 23. Every shooter is different so I’m glad we all have choices.

[@keeman540]

I was not considering buying a glock until I saw this video. I bought the 48. Now I'm wanting more glocks. Good job Chris, good job.

[@zzzanon]

Great visual overlays of the size differences. Much appreciated.

[@RoKBottomStudios]

Glock 48 was the first glock I ever bought. After never being a glock fan, I am now a glock fan.

[@wooddawg4868]

I like the Glock 48 over the 43x because of the slightly longer barrel, it shoots well for me. My wife likes the 43x and does well with it. I have found the best 15 round magazines for the 43x & 48 are from Palmetto State Armory/PSA. They lock back on the last round every time and they feed any and everything. PSA magazines may need a loader after the 6th round and the magazine spring is stiff to ensure good feeding and you don't need to change your mag catch either.

[@randolph6511]

I installed a Talon Pro Grip on the 48 and 43X and it greatly enhanced my shooting of them.

[@axelfoleyt]

The grip comparison makes this a very informative video. Thank you.

[@Rydeman2]

I currently purchased a G17 and G20. Thinking of getting the 43x as an everyday concealment option. I like the full size gun for home defense or camping/ hiking protection of the 10mm. The 43x would fulfill the everyday carry option and the others would be for more specialized situations. I like having 1 platform to learn and the no nonsense of striker fired semi autos. I figured if 9mm or 10mm wouldn’t cut it, then a pistol is no longer the right option. I have rifles and shotguns for things a pistol won’t handle. Thanks for the great video.

[@Tadicuslegion78]

Just saying I wish Glock would start releasing other calibers in Gen 5 or heck more slimline pistols calibers like 380 or 45 acp.

[@chaburchak]

I'd like to see a Glock 42 with a longer grip and 10 round magazine...

[@jimfisher9680]

Glock 36? Never seen one personally, but they must exist somewhere lol

[@k.o.sofficial327]

10mm🤙

[@jimfisher9680]

@@k.o.sofficial327 10mm would be cool, but I suspect some of the changes like fewer takedown pin may weaken the glock to much for full house 10mm. But I do like my G29 quite a bit, not as much as my Delta though.

[@nickrockz97]

Tadicuslegion78 exactly, like why had 40 s&w and 45 acp become so unpopular?

[@saleembaba5144]

Shield arms to come out with a larger capacity mag for the 43 as well.

[@bobbyhardcastle2998]

When

[@clutchcargo1239]

Yes, they do. +2 extension sized, for about 12rds would be nice. Even +1 sized mag with 10rds would be great, and make a +5 extension separately... I'd buy 10 of them.

[@jeffreybonell4641]

If I had to put money on it I'd say it would be an 8 round mag. If you could do 9 with a pinky grip extension, I would buy it.

[@misterosama3laden267]

Shield arms has 10-15 round mags for both the 43 and 48. For like 40 bucks

[@misterosama3laden267]

Tomas Riley shield arms has them. An they have +5 base pads for them too

[@Kattbirb]

I love the take on "Do Everything" pistol and it's something I never agreed with on the G19. It's my "Do 90% of everything" pick. The issue is caliber. On the previous video about the P365 I mentioned that I am perfectly happy about the dimensions of my G29, and while my opinion there hasn't changed on the matter in the last five days I feel that a slimline 10mm may be a perfect candidate for someone's "Do everything" Glock if it is ever produced. Until then, the G29 neatly falls in line with the "classic double stack" outlined earlier and can fill that last 10% if it's a concern for folks. I don't have much interest in owning a lot of firearms myself, so having a couple pistols that can perform anything I need them to from EDC, hiking, hunting and home defense is a major plus in my book. Who knows, maybe the Glock 49 will be such a pistol? It would be nice to see Glock's model nomenclature follow a pattern for once at the very least. (20, 29, 40, 49)

[@bradnail99]

My understanding is that Glock’s numbering system follows a pattern. That pattern is the sequence in which the models received their patents.

[@andrewhenley2161]

The G19 will do everything you can ask a handgun to do EXCEPT hunt big game or pocket carry. It does everything else well. Get a micro subcompact and a big bore revolver or a G20 for big game and you’re set. If you can conceal a G21, I’d argue that is a do all with standard pressure rounds for normal and 45 super for hunting/wilderness defense.

[@Southernguitar74]

I'm moving in the opposite direction. I put my G19 in the safe and now carry a G34 everyday. I shoot it better. Either way, use what works, and train the mindset. Everything else is secondary.

[@jimfisher9680]

I had a G34, but I carry appendix and my wife got jealous when other ladies kept looking at my crotch... She makes me carry a G26 now. Joking aside, I loved my G34, but these mostly carry guns and think the G19 is about as big most folks go, there are few G17 people, but very few G34.

[@nickrockz97]

Jim Fisher I carry a G17 aiwb and I’ve never had any trouble printing, I really don’t get why its so difficult to carry a full size handgun and not print

[@guardianminifarm8005]

That is interesting. I have carried many various types of firearms since the early 90s. CZ, S&W, Ruger, Kahr, Glock, Colt... Some revolvers & many autos. I started carrying Compacts a good bit off and on but in past couple years I have gone back to a full size M&P 40 2.0. Getting a leather IWB holster made for it with TLR-7.

[@andrewhenley2161]

I wish they would make a G34 without the slide lightening cut like the G41. Until then, I’m stuck with a G17

[@jimfisher9680]

@@andrewhenley2161 If you're talking about the giant hole in the top, Gen 5 doesn't have that. It's thinned out where that cut was on the Gen 4 otherwise the slide would be too heavy, but from the outside, it is smooth all the way down the slide.

[@theprepperrevelator]

Great review Chris! Not that you sound like you are to interested in switching to the 48 but if you sent it over Boresight solutions and had Ben do a grip job and stipple, they eliminate the hump so it has more of a 1911 grip angle and the gun points more flat without having to can’t your wrist, it would eliminate that area that prints so much for you! Ben and staff do fantastic work as I absolutely love my Gen 5 19 they did for me. Rick

[@JonathanH1253]

I've been carrying my Glock 48 for about a month now and I love it.

[@sirdovermeyer]

Got the 48 as my first defense/carry gun. My first gun was a .22 lr/mag revolver. I have been pretty happy with the 48 so far I don't feel like it's lacking.

[@dougtyas9701]

Two thumbs up for the intro. Great editing!

[@chapmanscreekrevival]

I bought a 48 after hearing about Shield Arms mags. Awesome combination!

[@virajrao1408]

The round shot at 8:24 (the headshot in the failure drill) seems to have broken the sound barrier or something! Looks like a huge vapour cone just formed there!

[@boomerbeasley8749]

Just got my 48, I was not a glock guy until this gun. I freaking love it. An all around great gun.

[@growtentguru4204]

Great video. I just bought a 48 in OD green and black. Love it

[@millnate1]

Great video. To clarify: the striker control device only prevents the gun from being fired so long as the force on it is larger than the force on the trigger. With enough force the trigger could overpower the SCD and still go bang. But as long as it’s properly reholstered it is a nice added safety layer. I have them in both my G19s. Love em.

[@16ft2in]

sadly, the SCD's design has copped by scammers in aluminum now. Got the original

[@oklahomahank2378]

@@16ft2in. The Langdon tactical version works for me.

[@16ft2in]

@@oklahomahank2378 I think Landon bought the rights...?

[@oklahomahank2378]

@@16ft2in The original designers made it open source so anyone can use the plans.

[@16ft2in]

@@oklahomahank2378 Still not buying an aluminum one...

[@astang1072]

Awesome vid and awesome points! I alternate a G19 and a G43x. The 19 points faster and I shoot better with it, but a lot of times when at work the smaller 43x is a better fit. My 19 is carried with a WML and my 43x is not. Good point about slide length and IWB carry. In the Tier 1 appendix rigs I do find the butt of the 43x can tip away more than the 19 (I have a medium gut that I’m working on, that doesn't help)

[@erminiobonizzoni1295]

Good review, as usual. Ever experienced the infamous "brass to face" with the 48? Thanks.

[@SwissMovement]

Very good and informative review. I enjoyed it thoroughly.

[@ericthiede9712]

Just bought the 48 (waited for all black), having debated all 4 of the guns discussed and feeling great about my choice. Haven't been able to get the 15 rd mags yet but reviews are solid on those as well. Time to find my first EDC holster. Reply if people would like to help. Civil unrest has changed my choice on EDC and this will be my first time doing so. Thanks for a great video.

[@mattarchey559]

Just picked my 2nd g48 in black yay:) I absolutely love it! Gift from my wife for our 10 year wedding anniversary 💕

[@michaelrogers9029]

I just got my Shield 15 round mags for my 48. I doubt I'll ever carry the 43 again. This is such a great package.

[@kenhoward3512]

That's insightful, Chris: you acknowledge that the G48 feels better in the hand ('seems like everyone agrees), but that you draw and shoot the wider G19 more quickly and accurately. That should be a consideration, to some degree, before buying. Thanks for the thorough comparison.

[@RedBeardOps]

Great video! I'll keep my Glock 19 / CZ P10C

[@SwaybackJack]

Glock 48 - It blends a lack of capacity with lack of ergos. It isn’t remotely new anymore and it needs an aftermarket mag (w a replacement spring, FFS) to compete but, hey, we have to keep the Glock talk going, so let's pretend it's novel for being a narrow single-stack.

[@timothygarrahan2122]

A “real shooter” can shoot whatever is put in his/her hands. The 48 can’t make up for your incompetency.

[@HughesEnterprises]

Timothy Garrahan “real shooter” gatekeeper spotted. I guess what you’re saying is it takes practice to make up for inadequacies in some guns that only “real shooters” use effectively while there are other guns a novice can shoot well right out of the box.

[@HughesEnterprises]

Cecil Williams at least the 1911 is ergonomic and doesn’t have plastic sights.

[@arizonanabe6384]

Love the videos content quality is top notch 👌

[@daveb1964]

I wonder how long before some special dealer starts to offer these with the shield mags and release as a special addition.

[@jmill09]

I just bought a 48 today, it's my first gun so I'm super excited to try it out