Micro Dagger or 43x... Which one should you buy?

Is the PSA Micro Dagger better than the Glock 43x MOS? This video goes over the differences between the two to help you decide which one is best for you.

[@Gojeto346]

PSA Micro Dagger has options to get a comped slide and holosun already with it as well for around $500, pair that with the 15 round magazine in the same size of the Glock 10 round and the clear winner is PSA.

[@dustyd6617]

Except the PSA 15rd mags are junk and they don’t stand behind them.

[@bambinox24]

@@dustyd6617mags are junk for sure I have 4 and scrapped them. But it’s crazy how they think the daggers are quality guns.

[@jonniez62]

So how does it help them sell products?

[@hunterherring9905]

@@dustyd6617so just buy shield arms 15 rounders?

[@OfficerDowns]

@@dustyd6617 nobody I’ve seen use psa mags has called them junk. The glock 10 rd mags are lazy junk 😂

[@jakeco438]

I have been carrying a 43X for years. I just switched to a PSA micro dagger with the compensated slide. And a Primary Arms micro pistol dot. I threw some true glow night sites on it as well. Definitely helps with keeping multiple shots on target a lot easier. This is my first PSA gun. I love it!

[@jmf1976jmf]

No holster fit issues between the two?

[@jakeco438]

@@jmf1976jmf I’m using a bravo concealment IWB holster for the Glock 48 MOS. The fitment around the light rail on the frame is a little off. But it’s close enough to work.

[@jmf1976jmf]

@@jakeco438 thank you

[@fin_jan]

Nice to hear the comp manufacturer signting the praises of the factory slide compensator.

[@hondafreak8613]

Different recoil spring is probably why Micro is snappy. Micro dagger has old gen 3 trigger bar and housing. 43/43x/48 has gen 5 trigger bar and housing.

[@kylehankins3434]

You can use PSA mags with the 43x. Also you dont need to bother swapping out the magazine retention to metal because its plastic on the dagger mags

[@IvForbiddenvI]

Can I use Glock mags in the micro? I've been looking everywhere and can't get a clear answer

[@kylehankins3434]

I will check when I get home from work. I have both the Dagger micro and a G43x.@@IvForbiddenvI

[@alberto9594]

yes you can @@IvForbiddenvI

[@bryant8312]

@@IvForbiddenvIyes they work, I own both

[@introgrunt4046]

You’re transparency on your thought between the ported psa slide and your compensator is very much appreciated.

[@BrotheriZz]

PSA made a genius marketing move. For the people who are strictly Glock 43x/MOS they have the micro dagger magazine which is compatible. Either way PsA is getting theirs !

[@TacticalWilldabeast]

Respectable review. I just tested my micro dagger today, shot 250 rounds of 124 gr and had 0 issues or malfunctions. The ergonomics are noticeably comfortable in comparison to the 43x. Will carry this gun for now but will most likely upgrade to a 43xmos in the future due to the backed reliability.

[@fleetman2021]

Best review of both guns I found! Thanks man much appreciated

[@herringtonarms]

That means a ton! Glad it helped :)

[@carlosfernandez1]

I like your idea about living the original mag release and seeing what happens with the Shields Arms mags. Good video.

[@herringtonarms]

Thanks! So far so good

[@SnakeDoc357]

Good video. I’m running a C1 slide on my Glock 48 frame and a Shield mag. Best of all worlds I think.

[@mikestaszek2261]

Purchased PSA Dagger Micro with 500 rd through it no issues. Really like the Holosun red dot. Definitely like the fact it comes with a lifetime warranty.

[@Huevo-1995]

Just picked up yalls dagger comp to give it a shot. Looking forward to it

[@claytidwell]

great review. Thanks. I just purchased the Micro and waiting on it to arrive.

[@herringtonarms]

Thanks! You'll enjoy it!

[@erichalperin5331]

Did yours arrive yet? I ordered my Micro on 3/8, and I am still waiting for mine to arrive.

[@claytidwell]

@@erichalperin5331 yessir, it did. I will be going to the range this weekend. I hope you get yours soon. I was provided with a tracking number and was able to track it the whole way.

[@claytidwell]

I finally recieved my Dagger Micro a couple of weeks back. I took mine to the range and fired 200 rounds through it using the one magazine it came with plus one more that I ordered. One is slick stainless and the other is matt black. Both magazines loaded to FULL capacity with NO issues. I fired the 200 rounds without one single malfunction of any kind. No issues with either magazine. The gun hit dead center at 20 yards. I took the gun home, cleaned and inspected it. So far, absolutely no issues or worries.

[@mr.skeltal7101]

Love my 43x! Great video!

[@herringtonarms]

Thank you mr.skeltal7101. I hope that farm is going well!

[@Officializzyiz]

I bought the micro dagger C-1 and absolutely love it.

[@BananaRaid]

PSA for the win

[@jegr3398]

If you want unreliable junk, sure.

[@paratrooper629]

Purchased AR15s from PSA and they are great . I have a Dagger.... Very good but not quite as good as my Glock 19. Very close though. Perhaps more range time will improve my shot groups. Recently watched a video about the micro dagger and the negatives. I am going to hold off buying one .

[@losoway4505]

43x stock for its reliability! When you start swapping non OEM parts then it’s gon be questionable like the Micro Dagger. With that being said, get a Glock 19 😉

[@RTTGunsGear]

Definitely the G43X! Bells a whistles aside. I've not only heard of, but seen many issues with the Micro Dagger. The last video I saw of one, it just stopped working because the trigger broke. But Glock, unlike PSA, has a fantastic track record of durability and reliability that PSA has never been able to achieve. Glock builds quality firearms. PSA slaps together guns with QC being tertiary at best.

[@kaliman610]

I have the PSA Micro Dagger with the compensated slide and Holosun 407K. I put an Overwatch Precision Polymer DAT Drop-In Trigger Kit in it and I'm very pleased overall. For the price difference I was able to add an optic, extra mags, and the trigger.

[@GarrettXPrime]

best review of these two pistols

[@BuildProne]

i have a micro dagger frame with ghost 2.5 trigger and a brass trigger shoe. my slide is a custom slide with a ported barrel so its the same length as a a regular 43x with no muzzle attachment and it feels fantastic to shoot . virtually no recoil

[@Th3ev1lkn13val]

Already threw your finned comp on my micro and I absolutely love it.

[@Styxx2018]

And it fits?!!

[@Th3ev1lkn13val]

@@Styxx2018 yupp, without issue. So not sure why they said it won't.

[@Styxx2018]

@@Th3ev1lkn13val hell yeah!!!

[@harveymanfrantinsingin7373]

@@Th3ev1lkn13valand it’s threaded on all the way??

[@Th3ev1lkn13val]

@@harveymanfrantinsingin7373 it is

[@46dgarrison]

My Dagger S has been perfect with over 500 rounds. Looking forward to picking up the PSA Micro Dagger once they are available

[@poconofrank9476]

Check PSA daily around 12 noon and again at 4:00pm daily. They usually drop them twice a day. Sign up for email notifications when they are back in stock.

[@TacticalWilldabeast]

You won’t regret it, just shot my micro dagger today with 250 rounds and had 0 issues

[@LuisGomez-fl2bj]

I bought a micro dagger frame abs stuck it on and old glock 43 slide that didn't get much use been running it for while now no complaints

[@CarlosSalas1111]

My wife and I have the 43x as our EDC, and we purchased the Shield Arms mags, the 3rd Gen. We have about 1,000 rounds total through all 18 mags combined, and they’ve been 100% reliable so far. I mean not ONE single issue nor a failure of any kind. We do have the steel mag catch, not the aluminum.

[@michaeldaltonsr8954]

TY! I'm still researching. Gud info.

[@herringtonarms]

Glad it was helpful!

[@l.m.g8799]

I love the psa dagger I just switch out the trigger for a oem Glock one that cost me $15 plus my go to aftermarket parts I swap on all my Glocks so I’ll choose the dagger best bang for the buck

[@lostonestogether]

Dagger for sure, money saved could go towards ammo or aftermarket parts.

[@TheDoomWizard]

Got a shield plus, put Ameriglo i-dot night sights and pro talon grips on it. I feel very well protected.

[@drewbienewbie03xx81]

How are you liking the shield plus? Psa is running a deal 43xmos w the shield for 649. I'm thinking that's a steal right?

[@TheRios7018]

G43x no question! Great video bud👊

[@davidgaines8607]

My micro PSA is going back for warranty. It's a failure to feed machine. I chose the PSA because I didn't want an optics plate , but the screws it came with were too long , and I ended up using my own. Not sure if avoiding an adapter plate was worth all the trouble. I might have a better attitude after it all gets resolved , which I'm sure it will.

[@nickaldape7043]

Bro make more magwells for the psa dagger!!!!!...please

[@DanMaul-ip1is]

I went with the Micro Dagger, the grip is hands down far superior to the Glock’s. I swapped the trigger and have the comp’d slide. It’s my favorite carry piece now. PSA knocked it out of the park on the grips of the Daggers.

[@808_TexN]

I’ve been carrying a G43X MOS for a while and just picked up a Micro Dagger lower on sale. It actually feels better to me than my G43X. Waiting for the C1 slide to come back in stock. I also got rid of my Shield mags and use the PSA mags.

[@kirkwhite6578]

Great video thanks for the information! I’m looking to buy the Micro Dagger, but you guys NEVER have them in stock. I have put my name on list to be notified many times, yet to ever hear from PSA.

[@Falkstrom]

Do you get the daily deal emails they’re on there regularly.

[@bryanbourrie8738]

I have the PSA Micro Dagger as well as PSA Compact Dagger. With that being said I also have the Glock 43x and Glock 19. I have put hundreds of rounds thru all 4 pistols. The trigger operation of all 4 is personal preference and for me I prefer the PSA triggers. I have had zero issues with all 4 pistols. No ftf or anything else. I appreciate this reviewers honest opinions. For me, my first choice is definitely the PSA pistols. Far better ergonomics for my shooting style.

[@icarusflight2396]

Just ordered my second micro dagger today, I have the comped slide. Just got the standard, good to know you guys might be working on a comp for standard slide.... ANY chance of a micro magwell? Something half the size of normal for carry. Just a little helper to get that mag in there quicker under stress?

[@TheJuls630]

Great info

[@erikmckaygunsmithing6470]

Clearly the micro dagger all the reviews I've seen every one loves it over the 43x and many rave over the trigger. 1000 rds no issues.. Why I ordered one!

[@thehalo121]

The PSA micro dagger has an option right now for the weapon with a hollow optic attached for 499. So now compare the 43X stock, which is right around $500 to the micro dagger with an optic at 499. Not one single person in these comments would say that the stock trigger on either one of these guns is excellent… And I would fathom to guess at least 75% of the people that would buy. Either one of these guns would replace the trigger almost immediately… So all things being equal… I’m buying the micro dagger

[@BigBroNas412]

Risky tho. Just picked mine up. Slide release doesn’t work out of the box. Any advice ? Kinda wish I just saved another 2 weeks and got the 43x

[@christhomas2389]

Need the magwell for the micro from you guys please!!!

[@tylerrussell3388]

Do you guys make a comp for the micro? I have one of your blems for my fullsize and love it. If you make one then i might not go for the C1 slide.

[@bowhunter30770]

The biggest difference for me was the fact I could get the micro with the 15 round mag and the red dot I wanted to run for right around the same price for the stock MOS and the dot would be mounting directly to the slide. I hate the MOS plates and was going to send it off for milling if I went the Glock route. For me the PSA just won in all categories.

[@indicastrain4127]

What i also hate about MOS is that alot of companies wont mill an MOS slide. So you would have to get a non-mos model to get that "direct mount" and that takes away your rail slot for a light.

[@cliffknoebel8528]

I picked up a c1 micro and totally agree the trigger is trash, got a nother frame I'm going to replace all the internals and x1 slide minus the barrel and once again replacing all the internals lol

[@rogermurphey7444]

I'm going to stick to my 43x. Even though Glock grips are slippery. I now have Talon grips for it. Need to install. This upgrade I will do, cause Glock will not liason to the customer and upgrade there factory grips. It's a gen. 5 so the trigger is ok. I have the Shield mags and metal mag release. Not installed yet. The 43x is not a block and conceals well. Thanks for the PSA. Glock review 😊

[@YungCertified318]

I know this vid will be 🔥

[@tannicapple]

G43X/48 with PSA micro comped slide, 507k, Shield Arms 15rd mag, and an Overwatch Precision trigger would be a pretty slick build I think.

[@missisuppi]

Sounds like a recipe for a malf to me

[@woodystube1000]

I have both and they are both truly fantastic pistols. Unfortunately the factory 43x has 5 major disadvantages to the micro. Also unfortunate is the questionable reliability of both PSA and Shield mags. This is why my edc will remain the Hellcat Pro for the foreseeable future. Great video!

[@qwertical1431]

What are the 5 disadvantages?

[@woodystube1000]

@@qwertical1431 please don’t make me explain that one.

[@voteholyk]

I did the 43x non mos version and went with the micro dagger comp slide. I prefer the RMR direct cut opposed to plates. After everything I am almost $1700 for this stupid Glock. OP trigger, Shield Arms mags, magwell, and mag catch, Ghost Inc slide release, PSA comp slide, SF Sentinel green dot, XS big dot night sights(for the non optic cut slide). I really like it though.

[@thebugg333]

I had PSA and Shield mags on my 43x..had issues with both. I prefer glock OEM, but know many people who swear by shield.

[@brianjohnson8804]

I’d love to see a form fitting comp for the micro dagger. The c-1 from psa is never available!

[@brixalpha]

At the end of the day it's preference. For me the ergos, and the value you get in the Dagger C-1 is just unbeatable in it's class out of the box. I feel the hinge trigger doesn't feel as bad as it is on the Compact. If you wanted to swap it out there are a number of options to replace the trigger. $20 (plus ship and tax) gets you a shadow systems cr920 trigger/bar which is a good upgrade from stock on both pistols. (just keep in mind the Gen 5 43x trigger bar is different from the Gen 3 style that Shadow Systems and PSA uses). I replaced mine with a blem shoe from standard Co for $50 which dramatically changes the feel of the trigger, and let's be honest a lot folks will replace the trigger on the 43x over the stock so even that comparison is a wash. Reliability I believe would be negligible since most people would be hard pressed to put 10k in one pistol unless they train frequently. I'd rather take take the savings and spend it on ammo and range time. Especially if you plan to carry these pistols and with the ammo you plan to carry. Both are great options and I am just a guy that wanted to share my experience.

[@indicastrain4127]

Reliabilty issues are already popping up. Im gonna hold off on the Micro Dagger (i want it to succeed) for a while since thrse new pistols usually seem to have some kinks in the beginning.

[@danielberry6060]

Thanks for the info on the shadow systems trigger and bar.

[@2amichaelj]

I personally believe Glock made the 43X/48 with ten round capacity because of stupid ten round laws from certain states. It comes down to sales and the ability not to change anything from state to state.

[@BigBroNas412]

I just got my micro dagger. Slide release doesn’t work and magazine issues out the box. Kinda wish I just waited another week to get the 43x mos. Gonna try to sale micro dagger asap.

[@Wildman-wr1sz]

The snappy ness on my micro dagger went away when I replaced the recoil spring with the factory Glock recoil spring.

[@FireBoxCampaign]

Took my 43x about 100 rounds with the OEM mag relaese to see some malfunctions with the shield arms mag.

[@TheRealStephenJ]

PSA Micro Dagger does not work with my Tenicor holster for 43x (no light), although I wasn’t specifically looking for compatibility at the time. Just in case anyone was trying to get that.

[@NamSandwich-xz5us]

43x threaded barrel options also work in micro dagger, right?

[@christopherc4794]

You ever making a magwell for PSA micro dagger ?

[@drewbienewbie03xx81]

43x mos with shield rmsc 649 on psa right now gents. Also, most people replace the triggers in glocks anyways so I wouldnt count that as a detractor.

[@Flankenstein187]

Just bought a micro dagger lower and paired it with an aim surplus upper. Less than 30 rounds in the trigger is just about dead. You have to squeeze the trigger so hard and it barely shoots. I watched a video about this exact issue and thought it wouldn't be me because of all the other great psa products I purchased in the past. This was a bad buy. Also the copper cerakote on aim surplus barrel has extreme wear after about 30 rounds of sellier n ballot 115gr. I should have went OEM glock or performance center shield 4in. Lesson learned 😢

[@ProjectSwietek]

how do these comps fit in an alien gear photon 43x/48 light bearing holtser?

[@darkedge117]

What are some good holster brands for the PSA micro dagger?

[@dustinb6249]

43x is my nightstand gun. I use Warne +2 on the stock mags. I use the 15 rd mags during training. Would love a micro dagger but they are always unavailable when i visit PSA. I got rid of the junk trigger on both of my X Size Daggers to kineti-tech flat triggers ($40) Deal. Great vid. Got your comp installed on my Dagger, fill you jn later. Cheers!!

[@harveymanfrantinsingin7373]

I mean.. you do you…but WHY would you make a small CC gun your nightstand gun?! This is meant to conceal, so it comes with compromises…a nightstand gun should be a full size, both for capacity AND drivability.

[@dustinb6249]

@@harveymanfrantinsingin7373 43x is 9mm, 12 to 15 rounds. How is that different from a P320, G17, or Echelon as far as capability and capacity.

[@harveymanfrantinsingin7373]

@@dustinb6249 right, but I’m not talking about capacity. I’m talking about having a full-size frame in your hand when you’re in a stressful situation. Let’s face it… Micros are more difficult to shoot accurately, even when on the range. Not that you can’t do it… It’s just more difficult. So if you’re then going to introduce stress into the situation,that’s the answer

[@pleox42]

@@harveymanfrantinsingin7373 Dagger compact by my bed, and if I have time, my laser AR is right there too.

[@harveymanfrantinsingin7373]

@@pleox42 yeah, I have my staccato on the nightstand and an AR next to the bed. I guess it just boils down to the heat of the moment whichever gets grabbed first.

[@normalking83]

Micro with holosun is in stock now

[@D0ses]

biased as a PSA fanboi but the Micro would be my choice, the warranty from PSA is a huge selling point as well.

[@908__fishing7]

What lb recoil spring were you running on the comp micro dagger

[@ramonesparza8707]

Excellent review. No wasted jibberish like others

[@herringtonarms]

Appreciate it!

[@legionelite7538]

I like the 43x but I hate the trigger. Shot about 75 rounds out of it at the range and the tip of my index finger hurt for a week.

[@Atothe7420]

I wish the comp had fins for the Micro Dagger

[@herringtonarms]

Stay tuned :)

[@Atothe7420]

@@herringtonarms I will say that I been looking for comp Glock 42. You guys are the only company I trust I have order few already for my guns.

[@The_Critical_Critic]

Not a fan of a 2 piece trigger... I'll go with the 43X with the micro dagger mags and call it a day.

[@MaxHQ1]

I read somewhere the the slides are interchangeable between Dagger Micro and 43X so the comped slide can be used on the 43x right ?

[@ShellShock794]

Correct

[@OneRyLove]

I mean some of us are glad the 43x offers the 10rd mags. Not all of us live in gun happy states. Maryland sucks we can only carry 10rd. I do plan on using the 15rd mags for the range though.

[@grimjet3601]

PSA Micro Dagger all the way I love my 43X and 48 however....the Dagger rules.

[@lesclark257]

Warranty sucks on psa I have spent 2,500.00 with this company and purchased a dagger with a threaded barrel put a yhmr9 on it from Yankee hills threaded on by hand easily shot 2 magazines through it and the suppressor wouldn't screw back off I used, pb blaster, krohl oil,wd 40 nothing helped when I finally got it off it stripped the threads from the barrel they wouldn't warranty the barrel keep in mind it's 99.00 they said they're warranty doesn't cover third-party devices although it was a threaded barrel it's a shame such a nice shooting gun and such a junk warranty no more of my money until they warranty the barrel

[@darthskywalker2467]

What HA COMP will work with the micro dagger slide ?

[@harlech2]

Would a 43x slide and barrel work on a PSA frame? Lots of places are doing cool slide and barrel work for the 43/43x, but I am yet to find one doing Micro Dagger specifically.

[@trentmckenzie343]

No, no they will not. PSA daggers are all proprietary as far as slide/frame combo.

[@harlech2]

@@trentmckenzie343 Thanks!

[@guicohj]

Shadow Systems P320.

[@joshgelinas5606]

Hello Glock 43X slide work with the micro dagger

[@avgcitizen5974]

Out of the box, both stock triggers are kinda trash. I went aftermarket after getting each. I'm only 500 rounds into the micro. So far so good. Mags hold up well and like the options it has stock. Yeah the C-1 slide does have a noticeable difference in felt recoil. I've sold my 43x since it was a early model non-MOS. But that was because I moved on to better options before the Micro was released. Honestly, you can't go wrong getting either. People will put money in moding either. It's just how much is up to them. And there are magwells for the Micro out there

[@rb58761]

PSA all the way!

[@RandomFlares]

Both

[@kenshin034]

G26 and done 😂now all PSA gotta do is shrink that dagger compact into SC and a compact cross over

[@PewLand]

Yes please PSA make an optics ready Glock 26 clone!

[@jesusjuice7979]

With the psa dagger micro 9mm it takes g17 mags 17 rounds

[@SavgSith]

I feel like there snobby opinions floating around. Funny before you said anything it seemed visually at least that your fallow up shots with the micro dagger were faster.

[@user-ql3ge2us4s]

Way more options with PSA than glock. It's just another glock. Basic, same problems, etc. If you all are interested in something glock like with more upgrades, check out shadow systems.

[@user-ul4rf8jp9f]

The controversy between Shield and PSA about the magazines is kinda silly. This is the firearm industry. Everyone is copying everyone else, and so long as it's not blatant it's not a big deal. Besides, PSA actually improved the design by making a metal 15rd magazine compatible with an existing polymer magazine release, which opens up a wide array of aftermarket mag releases as well. The Shield mag release is okay, but it's actually worse than the stock Micro Dagger mag release. So you're literally taking a small step down to use the shield magazine.

[@drew97989]

why u got ur finger in the trigger well?

[@RayR0041]

Or you could get some Micro dagger mags they will work in the G43X and you don't have to change the mag release to steel!!!

[@OneEightNate]

You can buy the Micro Dagger mag and put it in your 43x... not sure why you framed the 43x as only being able to accept the Shield mag. You also didn't mention the difference in optic mounting setups. All in all, I don't understand the point of reviews of micro compacts that don't frame them in the context of carrying, because that's what they're made for. If I wanted to load one of these up with a comp and other aftermarket accessories, I'd just get a larger gun in the first place.

[@TheNorcalDude]

So magazines are compatible between the two?

[@herringtonarms]

yes!

[@markchambers2812]

Checkout the Glock 48 ❤️

[@DesertTactical]

43x. Hands down.

[@beasmode18]

Dagger

[@BasedHyperborean]

Both tbh

[@TheMuwakaka]

Dagger c1

[@RichieB-uy3dm]

just buy PSA 15rd mags and put em in the 43x? i did. the Micro dagger i bought has dead trigger and ftf right out of the box.

[@otterconnor942]

I found that the g43x trigger had far too much over travel with far too heavy of a break for consistent acceptable accuracy. It's ok to have one or the other, but both are signs that the manufacturer is making poor quality guns. It requires an excessive amount of clamping force to prevent the gun from wiggling, even with dry fire practice. I have an above average grip strength. For reference, I usually pull with 150-170lbs per hand, depending on fatigue.