How many rounds can you shoot through a Glock 43?

How many rounds can you shoot through a Glock 43?

The Glock 43 comes with a flush magazine and a pinky-extension magazine. Both have 6-round capacity. As usual for small Glocks, there are several aftermarket options for magazine-capacity extensions. Same goes for trigger connectors, sights (though not too many as yet), and holsters.

Is Glock 43 better than 19?

Glock 19 vs 43 Price/Value That said, the Glock 43 is a lot less versatile than the Glock 19. The 19 can be used for carry, duty, home defense, and more while the 43 is really optimal for carrying concealed. If you’re looking for a small gun, get the 43. If you want a larger gun, get the 19.

What is Glock frame made of?

The Glock’s frame, magazine body, and several other components are made from a high-strength nylon-based polymer invented by Gaston Glock, called Polymer 2. This plastic was specially formulated to provide increased durability and is more resilient than carbon steel and most steel alloys.

What grain bullet is best for Glock 43?

Ammo for the Glock 43 Because of its relatively small stature, many shooters will opt for a lighter 9mm load for the Glock 43. Think 115 grain rather than 147 grain. With that in mind, you may give up some performance in self-defense loads when you go lighter.

Are metal guns better than polymer?

Polymer Guns are Reliable They are far lighter than their steel counterparts. On average, they are also significantly less expensive. They are also far more dependable and will not rust over time.

Is Glock polymer stronger than steel?

Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have created a new material that is reportedly stronger than steel and light as plastic.

What Gen is a Glock 43?

43 Gen 4
The Glock 43 Gen 4 is a 6 round, 9mm slimline subcompact pistol that was introduced in mid-2015. It is the perfect concealed carry handgun and is extremely popular with Law Enforcement as a backup and off-duty weapon.

Can you use 9mm Luger in Glock 43?

The magazine is a standard Glock design − a polymer body and base plate with a metal sheet core − and holds up to six rounds of 9x19mm ammunition (a.k.a. 9mm Parabellum, 9 Luger or 9 NATO). The Glock 43 sub-compact semi-automatic pistol is 159mm (6.26″) long overall, and its polygon-rifled barrel is 86mm long (3.39″).