Springfield Hellcat, Sig P365 SAS & Glock 43x

[@r.w.6251]

I have owed all three of these pistols. The first was the Sig which I liked, but I would always get a blister on my trigger finger from the sharp edge of the bottom of the trigger. This was after about 50 rounds. The second was the Hellcat which hurt my thumb joint do to the squared off back strap. Both pistols felt good in my hand just to hold, but were uncomfortable to actually shoot. I have large hands, so maybe they were just too small. The 43X is definitely the most comfortable. I usually shoot 150 to 200 round every time I go to the range and the 43X is nearly as comfortable to shoot as my 19. I use the Shield Arms 15 round magazines which also gives the 43X the same capacity as the 19. I have seen a few reliability issue video concerning the Shield Arms magazines but I have never had a single issue with any of the three mags I own with hundreds of rounds through each.

[@MDpolo]

I have four Shield Arms mags with hundreds of rounds through each and I’ve had zero problems. I use them in my Glock 48 and really like the set up. Thank you very much for watching.

[@frankdamelio1664]

Glock fan here, purchased 365for carry. 15 rounds in a small footprint. , Picked up another 365 , the SAS …. I rented Hellcat at range for fun. Purchased Hellcat OSP. I really like the Hellcat. SAS… don’t wast your money guys. Not a fan, not practical. I got caught up in the hype. Hellcat…Hell yeah! Note: double stack mag can be difficult to load. I use speed loader , but Glock 43x may be the gun for you. Single stack mag is nice.

[@williamdavis6400]

I carry Glock, my buddy carries Hellcat. What ever you chose, carry it. Don't leave it at home, ever.

[@MDpolo]

Absolutely agree!

[@jamesdizzle420]

its funny i have a walther ppq and hellcat i carry if anyone asks my opinion i say get a glock....my opinion is based of my experience my firearms are flawless but long story short...glock

[@videogazer801]

You’ll likely get in big trouble for shooting it. Better off carrying pepper spray or knife in those situations

[@brassknuckles4524]

I own the 43X and love it. Perfect size for my hand and Glock reliability. I have put about 1000 rounds through it with different types of 9mm and it eats it all. No malfunctions yet. I do like what Sig is trying to do with the SAS, a friend of mine owns one, but I think they missed the mark. I have not handled or shot a Hellcat yet so I can not comment on it.

[@MDpolo]

Thank you very much for watching and taking the time to comment. Cheers!

[@richyromero2201]

I ended up choosing the hellcat as my new edc. I'm very happy with it too

[@MDpolo]

I’m glad that is working out well for you. Hard to beat 13+1 in such a small package. Thanks for watching!

[@richyromero2201]

@@MDpolo I agree. No doubt the p365 and the g43x are also both great edc's that are bet reliable as well

[@MrLcardwell]

I use these 3 exact guns in my rotation for edc. All 3 are excellent and reliable. The hellcat is my preferred weapon because of the grip. All 3 perform exceptionally well.

[@AOD-tr7nd]

The hellcat has the best trigger out of the box compared to the other two. Best capacity also

[@frankdamelio1664]

Love my Hellcat !!!

[@pickafingname]

I've watched so many videos and to date it's the same story over and over. The Sig is almost always liked better by women because the grip isn't as rough and there's a tad less recoil. Men like the hellcat because of the feel of the grip but like the ladies mention more recoil. Glock owners are faithful and will always choose their Glock over any other. It's great to have choices but at the end of the day number one factor is reliability.

[@bradhuskers]

As of right this moment, the glock 43x now has a flush 15 round mag and a 20 round mag. Nothing on the market today has such capacity with such little imprint. Game changer.

[@MDpolo]

I agree with you. I have a Glock 48 with two of the 15 round mags and I’m very happy with it. Thanks for watching!

[@bradhuskers]

@@MDpolo Did you purchase the 20 round mag yet? It's sold out , but I got a couple!

[@davidwilliams-vf2vr]

I have the hellcat OSP at first operating the guns controls and slide were extremely stiff but 300 rounds later I fell in love with it every thing loosened up 200 more to go before I decide if I even want the red dot

[@MDpolo]

Awesome. I never got my hands on the OSP version. Thanks for watching!

[@GabylannPR]

Literally I was in the store looking this 3 and ended up with the hellcat just cause my priority is concealed carry (its my first) . But my next purchase will be the g43x mos. Great video thanks!

[@MDpolo]

Thank you very much for your kind words. The best pistol is the one that fits you the best and that you will carry the most. Thanks for watching!

[@bradpowell843]

I went to look at the Hellcat and my dealer had just gotten a few 43x’s in that morning. I absolutely loved both of them and couldn't decide so bought both lol. They are both exceptional guns.

[@MDpolo]

There you go. Problem solved! Congratulations and thank you very much for watching.

[@BU1Lander]

Best way to solve that kind of dilemma, if you have the scratch for it.

[@sonnygunz9207]

I’ll take all 3.

[@aportilla007]

43x now has after market flush fit 15+1 mag

[@Drunken_Hamster]

wut? What about the regular 43? Looking for a flush fit with pinky extension that doesn't extend to the backstrap.

[@4doorsmorewhores651]

Alex P I would be careful with those steal mags. The mag catch is plastic and the steal mag will cut through it in time with lots of vibration from shooting. They do make after market steal mag catches that are safe to shoot with those mags. Just a heads up.

[@MDpolo]

+Alex P yes you are correct. Shield Arms says that they believe it “should” be around 2,000 rounds before you could experience a problem emanating from that. Having said that, I agree with your comment. Tanks for watching!

[@iLuvYaDaddyIssues]

MDpolo Gun Channel Could someone just replace the plastic mag grab with a metal one? FYI... just starting my gun journey, my apologies if my questions sound dumb or illogical.

[@aportilla007]

@@4doorsmorewhores651 upgraded trigger and mag release.

[@DacAL_8]

Awesome video! I had a Glock43 and I carried (AIWB) for 6months, find the grip is too short when you need to draw the gun. So I decided to sell it. My only 9mm now is the Shield, but I need more capacity with it. The Shield comes with 7+1 flushed mag and an 8+1 mag extension. I did measure my Shield 9mm slide and grip length (8+1 extended mag) and exactly the same as the Glock 43x (6” slide and 5” grip from top of slide) The Shield is also single stack magazine, but I like the Glock 43x better (lower center bore) and footprint for carry is not as wide as the Shield when you measure from top of the slide to the bottom of the trigger guard. I’m ordering the G43x today! Thanks for thr video comparison.

[@MDpolo]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. I do appreciate it! The 43x is very nice. I must say that I’m enjoying the P365 with the P365XL grip module. Stay tuned...

[@DacAL_8]

MDpolo Gun Channel I was torn between P365 and Glock43x. I did check both yesterday , but lost interest with the Sig due to shorter handle, so I forgot to measure how thick the handle of the double stack Sig P365 vs the 43x, but all I remember is the Sig , though double stock magazine, the handle is thin like the 43x. Are you trying to tell me that a P365XL mag will fit a standard P365?

[@danielpierre8771]

hellcat is a beast, perfect capacity for the veiled port 

[@travisbickle5984]

Excellent comparison. For me though it's the 43X hands down.

[@MDpolo]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@davila1978]

Due to the added grip length, the glock 43X is no longer a micro compact pistol, the glock 43 would be the right comparison but it only holds 6 rounds. The issue here is to pick a 43 over a hellcat with such great difference in magazine capacity, between the hellcat and the p635, it comes down to personal choice, only 1 round difference.

[@MDpolo]

The purpose of this video was to showcase the two new pistols (Hellcat and SAS) in comparison to my current EDC which is the G43x. It is not meant to be a category comparison video. But there is more to comparing the Hellcat and P365 SAS than just one extra round. They feel completely different in the hand. The balance is different and the sight picture is different. Plenty to influence the decision in addition to one extra round. Thanks for watching!

[@johntimber3999]

I bought the Hellcat today....have’nt got time to test it yet...great video!

[@MDpolo]

Thank you and congratulations. Let me know what you think of it.

[@danielrodriguez5463]

In my Shield 2.0 9mm the 8 round magazine now holds 9 rounds. So 9 plus 1. I paid $319.00 Has the best grip. Has solid metal sights. Trigger has a nice break and reset. Its the softer shooter of all these carry guns for sure. It is available with lasers(red/green), red dot, ported slides/barrel and even with 4” barrels all from factory! All these other brands try too hard to emulate 😂 but for a lot more $$$

[@ralphderkapitaen9875]

and with the current $ 50 discount from M&P, the Shield is half of the price of all the other guns...so definitely the best buy!

[@rcrehab9623]

Great point .. the magguts plus two gives you ten in the mag and one in the chamber that's 11 rounds and the magguts plus two does not add anything to the length it gets the added rounds through a flat spring and a new follower .. great points that need remembering

[@tobylynn75]

Hellcat is awesome and I own all 3.

[@MDpolo]

Thank you for watching!

[@56462]

As do I, but to me it's a tie between the sig and the springfield.

[@leeonmyscreen]

I’m buying the Hellcat and I’ve either owned or have shot all three of these.

[@MDpolo]

Sweet. Please let me know what your experience with it is after you own it. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@freddyceeclaudio9990]

Lee Bartlett why do you prefer the hellcat

[@semiauto3148]

I own the hellcat and 365. Thinking of getting the 43x next...if I had to pick between those 2 it would be the hellcat. Both are nice though, the hellcat fits my hand better

[@danielk0106]

@@semiauto3148 A lot of people will pass on the Hellcat for ONE reason and it's what SA and RRA did in 2017. Big time carve out for them but could've screwed all other FFL's in Illinois. Neither are #2A friendly. bearingarms.com/david-l/2017/05/01/springfield-armory-and-rock-river-arms-sell-out-illinois-ffls/

[@josephdvorkin971]

P365 SAS is what I bought. Love the gun for CCW

[@MDpolo]

+Joseph Dvorkin Congratulations. What do you think of those sights in low light conditions?

[@josephdvorkin971]

That is the only draw back to the gun. I owned a Lima green laser with my previous P365 and it helps minimize night sighting issues.

[@MDpolo]

Sweet! Thanks.

[@GoodGuysCarry]

I currently carry an XDS 9, so of those three I would probably go with the Hellcat.

[@MDpolo]

+Daniel Kleindienst That makes sense. It’s a platform that you’re familiar with. Thank you for watching!

[@robertbartlett5110]

Wife carries the 365 and I carry the 43x. Can’t go wrong with either one

[@MDpolo]

I completely agree. They’re both very good. Thanks for watching!

[@deniskozlowski9370]

The SAS would be great if they could leave off those awful ports. They have no place on a carry weapon. It's just a gimmick to catch the eyes of amateurs and tactitards.

[@MDpolo]

I’m also disappointed on how dim the sights are in low light conditions. That was the no-go for me. Thanks for watching and cheers.

[@richarddilorenzo8188]

Sig offers an SAS slide without the porting. It fits perfectly on the regular 365 frame. You use the 365 barrel and guide rod/spring. I did this and am very satisfied.

[@MDpolo]

Thank you for sharing. What do you think of those sights in low light conditions?

[@danielk0106]

Oh you know you own the S&W M&P Shield Performance Center version with the ported slide. 🤣

[@josemary2106]

Why do people obsess over a carry gun not having a port? Doesn't seem like a big deal to me, at all.

[@JAmes-no4yk]

I think I’m going with the hellcat for the rail and mag cap and optic ready for a trijicon rmr

[@MDpolo]

+J Ames I’m almost certain that a Trijicon RMR is too big for the Hellcat. I haven’t tried it though.

[@BrandoniTheGreat]

glock 43x has an aftermarket rail for 30 dollars. I put an olight on it and i ordered a holster from triad thats specifically for the setup. Its nice

[@benmendeja5199]

I want the sig 365 sas frame with a normal 365 slide, i dont need the slide lock and take down lever, but i do need day and night front and back sights

[@zombiekiller5713]

In time if the hellcat doesn’t have the 365 setbacks I’ll trade my 43x for one

[@danielk0106]

Some Hellcat owners are complaining about the trigger hanging up. Search it on youtube

[@Will-yp6ny]

Zombie Killer I love my Hellcat. Is my pocket carry pistol and is great. Everything else I own is Glock (22, 27 & 45).

[@MDpolo]

My Hellcat has been 100% trouble free.

[@davidcamp6710]

I own both the Springfield Hellcat, and the P365 SAS, but my 365, does Not have a ported Barrel. I really thought I would like the sights on the SAS, and I do in a well lit scenario, but the sights suck hard in low light situations. My Hellcat, on the other hand, is my EDC, and I love it. I carry both, with my Hellcat, as a primary, and the 365 as a backup boot gun. If I had to choose one, the Hellcat, Hands Down.

[@baguazhang2]

I held both the Hellcat and the P365, and I went home with the P365 even though I was heavily biased towards the Hellcat when I walked into the store.

[@MDpolo]

For me as well. The P365 just fits my hand better. Thank you for watching.

[@richardturner7185]

I didn’t like the way the 355 felt when I held it. The Hellcat on the other hand fit me perfect.

[@uoipuiop]

I have the hellcat and the 43x. I love them both, but i carry the hellcat as my edc because it holds up to 17 rounds.

[@smaximus4071]

I go with Hellcat. I've shot both Hellcat and Glock, I must say Hellcat is little jumppier but it carries more pew-pew.

[@rcrehab9623]

Huge difference in grip length on the glock 43x . Looks like a solid inch

[@MDpolo]

You are correct. It was close to 3/4” on the nose. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@bignick47331]

Basically if you put the 13 round mag in the hellcat it’s very close to the 43x in size maybe a tiny bit smaller except you get 4 additional rounds

[@randolph6511]

To me, the 43X definitely feels better in the hand than the other two.

[@nonyabiz9487]

Ya for sure! It does have a longer handle!

[@JusBrandon]

I agree the 43x does feel better in my hand but the other 2 come "upgraded" right out of the box. No need for aftermarket sights or magazines

[@eisenhauerca]

Love my SAS, but I agree the Glock felt better.

[@exodo2226]

Hellcat 😍🎯

[@quoththeraven7]

The Glock 43 X feels better in your hand because it has a Glock 19 size handle. In length. And you never did touch on the takedown of the P365 SAS. That's gonna be pretty awkward too. I have a hellcat in FDE. It's in my rotation. However, I am thinking hard about getting the OSP version in Black. Great video.

[@MDpolo]

Is it take down and the sights on the SAS were a nonstarter for me. Thank you very much for your kind words and for watching.

[@rcrehab9623]

The porting on the sas is a good thing .. if you are shooting the gun from retention in a self defense situation . Last thing I care about is a little gas. Kinda silly thing to be a issue for someone

[@rcrehab9623]

@JusticeAA if you are jacked up adrenaline and shooting a snappy gun rapidly any muzzle control or Target control advantage is always praised. But for some reason people look at ports(one of the easiest things you can do to midigate recoil ) as a bad thing . I have a carry gun with porting . I also shoot from retention as long as you are using good high end deffence ammo that won't splinter as it passes the ports all you will feel is wind . If shooting from a ludicrously high retention point is the only way you can experience anything uncomfortable. This is a experienced shooter talking from experience and have shot porting from these positions I know what I am speaking on.

[@NadeOnRust]

Was looking for a new summer gun. I've got big hands so I really don't like smaller guns including the 365. Tried out the hellcat the other day and that thing was just terrible for me. Went with the 43x :)

[@MDpolo]

Nade I’m liking the P365xl and the Glock 48 as far as the thinner guns go. Thanks for watching.

[@lazarjeremias1421]

Why everybody hall HS pistols Springfield? Its clear to see that is HS pistol and not a Springfield

[@cubanamerican22]

I'm getting the 43X and the Shield Arms S15 flush metal mag, 15 rounds. The Sig and Springfield can't beat that.

[@MDpolo]

I’ve been trying to get one of those mags w/o any luck.

[@cubanamerican22]

MDpolo Gun Channel Preorders were live in in September, the demand is so high that they will start delivering them by the end of this month, too many people with G48 and G43X haha

[@fishingelite824]

Just got a Glock 43X today and I absolutely LOVE it. Easy to conceal and feels great in my hands. Not a fan of the 365 due to no safety at all. Wasn’t impressed with the hellcats grip. Overall the 43X had everything I was looking for. Not to mention shield has a 15 Round magazine which I’ll be picking up once available.

[@MDpolo]

+MoonLight Productions - congrats! I like the G43x but have been spending time with the G48 and really like it. I don’t understand your comment regarding the P365 having “no safety at all.” It has all the internal safeties of a striker-fired pistol. In addition, you can get it with an external safety if you wish. The only safety missing is the trigger “dingus”. Thanks for watching and cheers!

[@6548ww]

Going with the Glock 43X

[@jsmoby]

I picked up the Hellcat yesterday. (11/27/19) Put 200 rounds of FMJ and 25 JHP through it. No malfunctions. This will be replacing my G43 as my EDC. I plan on keeping the G43. It is an awesome pistol. I just wanted something with more capacity that would conceal as well as the G43. The Hellcat is about the same size as the G43 with the 11 round mag & flat base plate vs. the 6 round G43 mag. It's going to take some practice to get comfortable with the Hellcat. It does have a bit more recoil. I was all over the place with my first few mags. The trigger is a bit on the heavy side compared to the G43. I'm hoping this changes after I put some more rounds through it. The grip on the Hellcat feels slippery to me. (all polymer frame pistols feel slippery to me) I will be putting some grip tape on it just as I did for the G43. So far so good. Only time will tell if it will be as reliable as my G43 has been.

[@MDpolo]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Hellcat. Springfield send me one to review and I’ve had it for several weeks now. Some days I love it and some days I dislike it. So rather than rushing the review because everybody else is doing one, I’m taking my time to make sure my thoughts are well organized before filming. Thank you for sharing!

[@BFerreira82]

Since most of P365 and Hellcat owners carry them with extended mags... I say Glock 43x with Shield Arms 15 round magazine. End of discussion ! 👌🏻✌🏻

[@MDpolo]

I’m really liking my Glock 48 with the S-15 mag. Thanks for watching.

[@JusBrandon]

Only difference is the hellcat and p365 both came with extended magazines standard. There is no need for aftermarket magazines with them

[@Patriot-pq1ku]

A didn't like glock till I put my hands on the 43x an now I'm in love

[@TxTea713]

I just bought the 43x today

[@barefootbob1269]

It's okay everyone is entitled to make a mistake. Glock late to the table with the 43 and then this abortion 43x. Don't get me wrong have several glocks and love them. But when it comes to this area of the market they fell on their face.

[@MDpolo]

The best gun for you is the one that you shoot the best and the one you will carry the most. I actually like the 43X and I shoot it very well. +barefoot bob - Not sure how you can make a statement like that. The beauty of the times we live in is that you can find a gun that it right for you. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@MDpolo]

+Txtea713 - Congratulations! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@TheDvanlen10]

The 43x is an excellent firearm no doubt. I just think it was a quick response to the p365 that didnt require a total redesign. We are in the KZbin age now and there are hyper expectations. Its a win for the consumer, there are many great guns hitting the market.

[@TxTea713]

MDpolo Gun Channel you’re welcome

[@jackbauer9077]

I live on south side of Indy neighbor. Just found your channel.

[@MDpolo]

Awesome! Thank you.

[@zodar1400]

All three are nice guns but if the price is a factor for you i recommend the HellCat. I own several glocks and both the Hellcat and Hellcat pro. The Hellcat is easier to conceal carry than the Glock.

[@reloadwrap6425]

Very nice review, we may need to try to fit our rig to one of the mags for the Hellcat

[@MDpolo]

Thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching!

[@reloadwrap6425]

@@MDpolo no problem, if you do gear reviews come check us out at ReloadWrap and let me know what you think.

[@SuperKoolDude]

I own the p365 sas it is not ported. I guess Sig stopped porting them.. I Bought it 3 months ago. The sight is good. If you keep it in the dark all the time the sight is dim at night. Seems much brighter if it is "charged by light" Maybe it just seems that way. It's a great gun... takes a lot of getting use to. Personally though, for me, I prefer my S&W

[@MDpolo]

It just wasn’t for me. Thank you very much for taking the time to watch. I appreciate it.

[@bizkit2147]

Just purchased P365 SAS. nice compact pistol

[@TacticalConsiderations]

finally got my hands on the Sig SAS yesterday. The sights in it messed with my focal points I imagine it would take a lot of getting used to.

[@MDpolo]

I completely agree. I applaud them for innovation, but this pistol is a pass for me. Thank you for watching!

[@jambajoby32]

Dang hope ya reconsider! Supposed to focus on the target and leave both eyes open

[@tjsworld2338]

I rotate from my 43x with trijicon sights to my 365xl with Romeo zero red dot and olight pl mini in a Slimfit holster

[@MDpolo]

Sounds like a sweet set up! Thank you for watching!

[@thearmzmen]

Tried a set of sights like that years ago when they were sold extremely expensive and they were definately a no go for me. I like my P365 with the factory Xray night sights, has been reliable still after 3,800 rounds. Sig should've stopped at the P365XL variant.

[@MDpolo]

Thank you very much for watching and for taking the time to comment. I appreciate it!

[@billpeirce7127]

I call bull shit!!!!! Signs hv never ben reliable at all. They always have problems and always will!!!!!

[@MDpolo]

How can you make such a generalized statement. I own many Sig Sauer products, and for me, all have been excellent with the exception of the P365 and the P365xl. And by the way, I’ve owned 3 P365s and had problem with 1 of them. The other 2 were 100% reliable. Thanks for watching.

[@17schiavo]

365 is most compact which is what I look for have 2 of them black and stainless best guns I've ever owned not the SAS versions

[@ChrisB-zz8dh]

SAS sucks, the XL is the best!

[@christianc7420]

Thanks for the comparison. I have a 43x which I love, but the Hellcat seems to be superior.

[@MDpolo]

+Christian valx - both good pistols. Personal preference really. Thanks for watching!

[@gswguy4554]

Hellcat is a really well built pistol… solid.

[@pablobulldog]

Glock 43x same size as P365? 10% wider and an inch taller with flush 10 Rd mags I think. Every fraction of an inch counts in the subcompact field, IMHO.

[@MDpolo]

The 43x and P365 are not the same size. You are correct.

[@danielk0106]

almost an INCH longer than the P365. 5.8" - G43X 6.5" but the height is most important for concealment more than length. IMO

[@BU1Lander]

There IS a 15 round all metal magazine for the Glock 43X, also, which at the very least would make the extra height for something useful... I have NO IDEA why Glock insists on covering their magazines with a polymer sleeve... Just make the damned things out of steel like every other manufacturer and there is more room for ammo, or you could make your pistols just that little bit smaller. Either way, if you use the all steel 15 rnd, then it could be considered "relatively" the same height considering I think the 15 rnd P365 magazine would make the P365 the same height.

[@jpowers812]

I have a 43x and from experience the long grip constantly snags when I carry IWB. For a 10 round mag it's a little too long. I was leaning towards the Sig SAS, but in low light visibility I'm not sure the sights make it worth it. The Hellcat with a shorter grip and 11+1 or 13+1 seems like the better choice for me.

[@MDpolo]

Yes, agreed. I really thought Sig had something with the SAS, but I was very disappointed on how dim those sights are in the dark. Thanks for watching and cheers.

[@Himylo1971]

When loading a new loaded mag in the SAS you must rack the slide back to chamber a round not too difficult.

[@MDpolo]

+RENE CASTELLANOS - indeed you do. Thanks for watching.

[@bigw6960]

I'm going with a Hellcat for EDC. Gonna get it tomorrow. Selling my POS S&W Bodyguards

[@MDpolo]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@k-pak6257]

Glock 43x with Ameriglo sights wins all day in my book.

[@MDpolo]

+King Kent yea. I’m liking the 48 better... thanks for watching!

[@victormontes3499]

Just the review I’ve been waiting for!!

[@MDpolo]

Thank you and I appreciate you watching!

[@TomAZ1984]

7:20 exactly. I was looking for a gun for carry and for when I do Uber. The thought of shooting this at different angles (potentially next to my face) in a car didn’t seem like a great idea when I thought it through. Lucky Sportsman’s Warehouse has a generous cancellation policy!

[@MDpolo]

Good thinking. Thank you for watching!

[@ChrisB-zz8dh]

The P365xl is even better!! The 43x is my backup.

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

Concerning the porting on the sas, the only time it’s really a concern is if you’re seated in your car shooting out. I own a Glock 21C as a truck gun, so I’ve thought about it a lot! I’ve come to the realization that if you index the magazine on your chest as you shoot it’ll direct all that gas and particulate away from you. In most other situations you’ve gotta be right up on the port for it to cause any sort of issue as far as I’m concerned. That’s just my school of thought on porting.

[@MDpolo]

Thank you very much for sharing. Speaking only for me and my level of training, I would not trust myself to remember to do that under stress. I give Sig high marks for innovation, but it is a pass for me. Thanks for watching!

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

MDpolo Gun Channel I totally understand that. Great review man!!

[@82ndsniper1]

Between those three glock 43x first second hellcat

[@nonyabiz9487]

ya I agree the glock 43x however front slide serrations??? pointless silly looking and potentially dangerous to use

[@MDpolo]

Some people like them and know how to use them. So we have options. Something for everyone. Thank you for watching!

[@4doorsmorewhores651]

I put one of these meprolight sights on a Kahr .40 cal and then I ported the barrel and slide through the front sight holes. I widened the holes in the slide and ported the barrel so they matched up. It was a fun project but I hated that gun. I hated the sight and I hate .40 cal. Snappy and high pressure. I got rid of it and got a glock 43x. I also really like my old S&W 3913. Great carry guns. Good video btw.

[@MDpolo]

+Cofivous Gogant I can imagine that Kahr .40 being snappy! Good call on the 43x. Thanks for watching!

[@timheard8166]

Have all three except my 365 SAS is non ported. All three good EDC guns. 43X & Hellcat accept same leather holster.

[@MDpolo]

Thank you for watching.

[@KSGunGuy01]

Great comparison brother!

[@MDpolo]

Thanks brother!

[@douglassalley9117]

Hey KSGunguy, Need some new videos! I think the last one I saw of yours was a PCC or a Saint or something. I'm not interested in tohos type of firearms...but I know there is so it's all good. Just kidding you sir, I know as soon as you can get your hands on one of these new guns you and dozens of other reviewers will get there cameras rolling!!

[@HIGHASAKITE1991]

HellCat is by far the most comfortable and reliable pistol. Had to buy 2 of them.....

[@MDpolo]

Time will tell how reliable the Hellcat truly is. Thank you for watching!

[@spearfish5044]

I chose the SAS and love it. Not sure why he said the gas from the ports would get in your eyes? Maybe if you shot it with the back of the slide pressed up against your nose. But if you did that the gas would be the least of your problems :-) .

[@rodklomp5533]

I own all of these shown guns, I have all three offerings of the Sig P365, and a few 43 and 43X's and now the Hellcat, I find all three to be excellent carry guns in their own way, I carry daily and find I use different EDC guns based on my clothing needs at that time, I'm partial to the Sigs though, and even with my large hands they fit great and the guns are totally accurate if I do my part, my Hellcat is new to me and I fell will work out just fine, for sure I really don't need all these guns, but I enjoy my guns, and that's every one of them, nice review and thanks for sharing..

[@MDpolo]

+Rod Klomp - when I made this review, I had 20 minutes with the Hellcat before I had to give it back to the store. So this video was a quick look at the Hellcat and SAS. A couple of days ago I got my own Hellcat so I’m working on a more in-depth review. Awesome that you have all those guns. Which would you choose if you could only keep one and why? Thanks for watching.

[@codyjenn8785]

Put some rubber texture talon grips on your glock 43x then it will be great that is what I did on my glock 43x I got the same all black glock 43x like in this video it's been a really reliable firearm

[@MDpolo]

Yes I put the Talon Grips with the pro texture and it makes all the difference in the world. Thank you very much for watching.

[@marululumanolo]

Hey @mdpolo gun channel what a great video! What is the brand and model of that GLOCK 43x trigger?

[@MDpolo]

Thank you very much! It is an Overwatch Percision trigger. Love it.

[@Glockguy1987]

I’m carrying the 43x right now. I’m considering getting a Hellcat for summer carry though.

[@MDpolo]

+Glockguy87 - both good choices. Just depend which feels best in your hand and you shoot better. Thanks for watching!

[@poppacooter]

i find the hump on the grip of glocks is hard to conceal. it is right by where the glock emblem is at the bottom of the grip. just got the sig and its easier to conceal for me. i have 4 glocks so i am definitely a fan.

[@MDpolo]

I think that hump has been reduced substantially in the Glock 43x and 48. Thank you for watching!

[@npp909]

Hellcat for me.

[@iLuvYaDaddyIssues]

I recently got a 43x (yesterday) & I love it but haven’t even shot it yet. Watching this vid tho, makes me wanna get a Hellcat or P365 more.

[@NuttyProfessor-]

I have a 43 and hellcat. I love both hellcat has lots of bounce cause 43 heavier

[@MDpolo]

43 is heavier?

[@MDpolo]

You can’t go wrong with any of those. You should shoot all three of them and figure out which one fits you the best.

[@graeme13]

Team 43x FWIW

[@joebauers3746]

The Hellcat may be my next gun! Glock 43 EDC right now...

[@MDpolo]

The mighty Hellcat. I have several videos on the hellcat which may give you some insight. Thank you very much for watching.

[@chuyguerra9563247474]

the mag pinky extension on the hellcat and the sig might not drop when releasing the mag because you have it grasped. you might do this inadvertadly, not knowing you are doing it. One of the great features of the Glock 43X a full grip on the handle. what are your thoughts on this hang up of mags not dropping?

[@MDpolo]

That’s a good point Jesus. However, I have used extensions in several pistols like the Shield, Glock 43, Glock 26 and Walther PPS and I have never experienced that issue. I’m not implying that it could not happen, but it has not been my experience. You do make a good point with the G43x. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@Sauceromeogaming]

Got the hellcat last week it was hell trying to find one it’s sold out everywhere around me in every gun stores I pick up the Non OSP because I don’t really care much about optic sights what I think of it i love it with a few draw backs tho it fits great in my hands I large hands and love the sights love the quality of the build and love the double stack rounds it can fit inside my side pockets easy the draw back since it is micro it’s a tad bit snappy the grip texture ain’t really all that and the mags are a pain to Load without a bullet feeder tool over all tho I love it first CCW my 13 + 1 is the biggest factor for CCW I was looking for something ready to go in terms of reliability and functionality which can easily be conceal & carry a good amount of rounds I paid 520 for mine which was $60 more than the G43x which isn’t drastic I personally think it’s better than the G43x and Sig SAS

[@MDpolo]

+anthony mok Congratulations! It is a heck of a little pistol! Thank you for watching and I appreciate your feedback.

[@prollychiefin6470]

yoo I got my hellcat at point blank in Carmel too

[@MDpolo]

My home away from home. Thank you for watching!

[@danielk0106]

Only when the extended mag is empty and then it rattles. I can't get past the pinching my hand when using the extended mag using either hand when shooting. I wanted to like this gun but-PASS. As for the 43X it's going to print with conceal carry. 5" grip compared to the 4" Hellcat grip and the 4.3" P365 grip. I don't compare the slides to show the length differences I use TOTAL length from the bottom rear of the grip to the from of the slide. Glock 43X slide 6.06" but over all length is 6.5" and 6" on the Hellcat and 5.8" on the P365. You can hide slide length easier than the grip length.

[@MDpolo]

I conceal my G43x and G48 with no problem at all. Thanks for watching.

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

If I had to choose between these three I’d go with the 43x

[@MDpolo]

+Cosmoline Fiend I agree with you. The 43X has been my daily carry for a while. However, I have been experimenting with the G48 and I actually shoot it better...

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

MDpolo Gun Channel yea the g48 has been pinging my radar recently. I think I’m gonna pick one of those up. The price is right by me right now too.

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

The shop by me has a 48 for 437.99 right now. I think I’m gonna pull theoretical trigger on it. Lol

[@MDpolo]

I would and get a Harry’s Holsters IWB for it. Thanks!

[@bignick47331]

I just bought a hellcat a few weeks back I love it it shoots great I like the sight a lot and it carries great

[@gway9226]

sheild arms makes a 15 round mag for the 43x that is the exact same size as the 10 round

[@MDpolo]

Yup. I have 2 of them and so far they have worked perfectly. Thanks for watching!

[@gway9226]

@@MDpolo i feel like the 43x is awesome,and with the 15rd mag its still the same size as all my old subs with extended 8rd mags! love the 365 and hellcat but both have rather small grips

[@MDpolo]

+GWay9 I’m enjoying the regular P365 with the XL grip module and the Glock 48 with the S15 mag. I have videos on both.

[@pitdog913]

I REALLY don't think the Glock 43 can be compared to the other 2 tbh. I think the hellcat and 365 are in a league of their own. I DO think Glock hasn't made the gun that competes with these 2 but I have a feeling sometime, probably in this next decade, they will make the perfect 9mm 10 round (maybe 11 or 12 to compete with hellcat) micro pistol and I would more than likely buy it in a heartbeat if it works as well as I'd imagine

[@MDpolo]

I hear what you’re saying, but the premise I was going on was - which one of the three would I pick as a carry pistol. So from my point of view, all three were competing for a spot in my every day carry holster. Thank you very much for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@kickadams8908ass]

I wish he would’ve put the 13 round mag in the Hellcat than compared it to the G43x.. but I’m still very comfortable with my tricked out Shield 9mm, 8+1 & 10+1 HYVE base plates, 19 rounds on me at all times.. that’s more than enough

[@MDpolo]

Yes, regrettably I only had 20 minutes with the Hellcat and the SAS since customers were waiting to handle them. I may do an updated video in more detail once I know I can spend more time with the pistols. Sounds like a sweet setup you have. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@RustyShacklefardd]

I have the bitone 43x love it

[@rickyramirez3483]

Glock 43X

[@mscisland]

Does the hellcat have a safety?.

[@MDpolo]

Mine does not and none of the Hellcats that I’ve seen have had a manual frame or slide mounted safety.

[@BigJohnsonGG]

Nice Comparison Brother! Carry on

[@MDpolo]

Many thanks Brother and I appreciate you taking the time to watch.

[@douglassalley9117]

Like I told 321 the other day..I really like when a big time gunner channel complements a smaller channel.

[@MDpolo]

douglas salley - yes, I’m humbled and appreciative.

[@GatCat]

Sig could have put the energy and money of R&D into something more practical than the SAS features. Does anyone really believe the standard 365 will catch? Anyway, they could have made a different caliber, or made an OSP version in a standard size vs the XL. That said, they do have 4+ versions that I know of, and Springfield just has the one. But the SAS, I just don’t get it.

[@MDpolo]

+Casey Flentye I agree with you. I just don’t get the SAS. Got rid of it right after I filmed that video. I’m very happy with my regular P365 with the XL grip module. Thanks for watching!

[@sir4023]

The sig sas is bad ass except for the no slide release...seems like long time gun owners hate new innovative things and dismiss it as gimmicks

[@MDpolo]

I can tell you that is not the case with me. In my video I mention that I applaud Sig for innovation and thinking out of the box. They are one of the few manufacturers actually doing so these days. I really wanted to like this SAS but when it comes to a carry pistol that I may need to rely on to save my life, it needs to work with the thousands of hours of training that I have invested into an operating method and/or the controls (design) of a pistol. There is nothing in my regular P365 or P365 XL that “snags” thus requiring the need for the SAS. I can field-strip it without the need of a tool of sorts which is important to me and the sights, at least in my pistol, were dull at best in the dark. So really the sights were useless in the dark. So, this design didn’t work for me. I like innovation and departure from the norm when it comes to firearms, the end result needs to make sense for me. As an example I own and love the Chiappa Rhino revolver and the Hudson H-9. Thank you very much for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@mdd1963]

6:22 this sight system looks very slow compared to simple 3 dot, etc...

[@MDpolo]

+mdd1963 - you are correct. I believe that proficiency with this sight system can be obtain with training. My issue with these sights is how dim they are in the dark. I was not expecting them to glow as much in the dark as they do with direct light, but all the night sights that I currently have on my pistols are much brighter than these. By a lot... I give Sig praise for innovation. Thanks for watching!

[@mark2kten]

According to sig, the idea behind the the bullseye sight is to get you on target quickly as a carry pistol (short range). Ironically they refer to it a bullseye sight despite not being for "bullseye shooting". Old habits die hard... with a little practice this is as accurate as a 3 dot sight and for a pistol with a short barrel almost no barrel snap thanks to a ported barrel. I would consider the p365 the Ferrari of the group. Built sleek for speed and accuracy... and yes, almost 600 bucks.

[@MDpolo]

+mark2kten - Thanks for the comment. In my opinion, these sights behave similar to a micro red dot. You need to train with it and make sure that you are proficient with it because it is easy to loose that dot if you are not perfectly lined up with it. You are correct in stating that it is not a bulls-eye gun. To me none of these micro 9mm are. They are center-mass shooting pistols for self defense at close quarters. My issue with my sample of one is how dim the sights are in a dark environment. Could very well be a sample of one, but I did show it to two of the employees of the range and they both agreed they were very dim. We too it into their storage room and turned off the lights to test it. I also do not like the fact that you need a tool to field-strip the pistol. I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment!

[@pgoncalves007]

What holster do you carry the Glock 43x in? I just pick one up and I’m not sure what to carry it in.

[@MDpolo]

My favorite IWB Kydex holster‘s in no particular order are: harry’s holsters, the armzmen holsters and phalanx concealment. Thank you very much for watching.

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

I’ve not seen anything with these new microcompact 9’s that makes me want to replace my pps M2. The walther pps is the best 9mm carry gun. IMHO.

[@MDpolo]

+Cosmoline Fiend I like the PPS M2, my only issue with that is they ergonomics for my hand. Again this is personal to me. It just doesn’t feel comfortable but I like the way it shoots! Thank you for watching.

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

MDpolo Gun Channel I get that. It’s all subjective to the individual. I’m so glad we live in a world full of almost endless choices!!

[@boosted_e3044]

Recently went to a shop and tried all 3. Sig feels a bit thin in my hand, hellcat i didn't like how the mag feels loose, and the 43x fit like a glove. Loved the 43x but hell is it hard to find one nowadays, the one I looked at was being purchased at that moment.

[@MDpolo]

Yes, I’m looking for another one as well and I cannot find a 43X anywhere. Thank you for watching!

[@tiffanyjavonne]

Guns.com has a few

[@boosted_e3044]

@@tiffanyjavonne thank you

[@boosted_e3044]

@@tiffanyjavonne damn $850 for a gun that retails $499 that's abuse

[@tiffanyjavonne]

@@boosted_e3044 no problem!