NJGF 375 Posted April 4, 2017 One of my issues with the Glock 43 was the limited 6 round magazines. I purchased a base plate for the Glock 43 magazines that extends them to a respectible 10 total rounds. The base plate is produced by Zahal and is available at http://www.zahal.org/products/fab-defense-glock-43-grip-magazine-extension-4-rounds at $21.90 Installation was relatively easy and it is a solid product. When used it extends the grip to allow the firearm to be solidly grasped. The length does reduce the concealability of the Glock 43 so I still use the original 6 round magazine in the firearm. I feel its real value is as a great backup magazine (or two). I have tried it with both standard FMJ and also self defense Federal HST +P ammunition without any problems at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Ray 3,566 Posted April 4, 2017 Glock 43 with 10 rounds = Glock 26 Wouldn't the 26 make more sense? 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diamondd817 826 Posted April 4, 2017 Completely defeats the purpose. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NJGF 375 Posted April 4, 2017 The G43 is lighter and more concealable than a G26. I wouldn't use the 10 round in the G43 itself only as a backup magazine. it makes for a good combination: a small concealable firearm with a higher capacity backup. Similar to having a G26 with a flush 10 round magazine with a G19 15 round magazine as backup. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old School 611 Posted April 4, 2017 Glock 43 with 10 rounds = Glock 26 Wouldn't the 26 make more sense? Raymundo - The difference in 43/26 is the width which if carrying IWB makes all the difference in the world. Maybe I would use a +1 or 2 but agreed a +4 is porky. Had a 43 in my hand last night. Not bad and mag capacity for me is not a problem I grew up on a S&W 36. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SW9racer 262 Posted April 4, 2017 For tiny carry I use the stock mag, for iwb I use the pierce +1 with the bottom extra plastic shaved down. Room for the full pinky with no extra space taken. I can see the +4 for use when home for someone with only this pistol, or as a second mag. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke 5,504 Posted April 4, 2017 Does not the PPS Le come with 7,8,9? Idk, I want to hide it. I agree as others for a spare. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GramGun79 226 Posted April 4, 2017 I use the Taran tactical +2 on the 43. They follow the same profile of the gun and just feel great. Does not add any bulk or printing. Super comfortable iwb. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke 5,504 Posted April 4, 2017 God that's fugly 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10X 3,296 Posted April 4, 2017 "God that's fugly" That was the original company slogan, but then the marketing department intervened, and they changed it to "Glock Perfection". 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SW9racer 262 Posted April 5, 2017 God that's fuglyIt's supposed to be. If you shoot someone with it in self defense, you won't feel bad when it's confiscated for a bit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Ray 3,566 Posted April 5, 2017 Does not the PPS Le come with 7,8,9? Idk, I want to hide it. I agree as others for a spare. The Gen 1 did, not sure about the Gen 2. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke 5,504 Posted April 5, 2017 It's supposed to be. If you shoot someone with it in self defense, you won't feel bad when it's confiscated for a bit.I have a feeling they'd take all of them Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ricky_Bobby 130 Posted April 7, 2017 Glock 43 with 10 rounds = Glock 26 Wouldn't the 26 make more sense? This. IN MY OPINION If you want the single stack 9 for lighter weight and thinnest possible, a 9 Shield offers better capacity with a flush mag than a Glock 43. If you have a G43 use the MagGuts kit to get 7 rounds which would bring you up to the Shield. Grip length is what prints anyway if we are talking about everyday civilian carry (in theory in NJ obviously) - fun fact is that with empty flush magazines if talking about weight the G26 is within 1/2 oz of the 9 Shield. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Ray 3,566 Posted April 7, 2017 This. IN MY OPINION If you want the single stack 9 for lighter weight and thinnest possible, a 9 Shield offers better capacity with a flush mag than a Glock 43. If you have a G43 use the MagGuts kit to get 7 rounds which would bring you up to the Shield. Grip length is what prints anyway if we are talking about everyday civilian carry (in theory in NJ obviously) - fun fact is that with empty flush magazines if talking about weight the G26 is within 1/2 oz of the 9 Shield. The Shield really leads this market right now BECAUSE of what you just posted. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ricky_Bobby 130 Posted April 7, 2017 Thanks Ray yes i agree with you and 20% less in MSRP too of G43 vs Shield9. So G43 with MagGuts you get same capacity but you are paying 25% more than a Shield out of the box. I was thinking of getting a G43 with my Blue Label coupon this year but honestly not worth it as I own a 26, would rather get an MOS or a full sized 17. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NJGF 375 Posted May 11, 2017 Glock 43 +4 Magazine Extension Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Ray 3,566 Posted May 11, 2017 This is confusing. The purpose of the Glock 43 is a pocket 9mm. These extended base plates and +1,2,3,4 or whatever defeat the purpose. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NJGF 375 Posted May 11, 2017 7 minutes ago, Ray Ray said: This is confusing. The purpose of the Glock 43 is a pocket 9mm. These extended base plates and +1,2,3,4 or whatever defeat the purpose. They make great backup mags. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray Ray 3,566 Posted May 11, 2017 6 hours ago, NJGF said: They make great backup mags. Too bulky The factory magazines are easier to conceal. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maksim 1,504 Posted May 11, 2017 One of the issues with the tiny guns is that the grip is way too small, thus I find the appeal of the extended base pads as it makes the grip a tad longer. Those +4's on the other hand... just wayyy too much it seems. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NJGF 375 Posted May 11, 2017 I like the flush baseplate on the G43 for concealment and the +4 as a backup. Both fit nicely in an ankle holster. But it doesn't replace my G19. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ricky_Bobby 130 Posted May 11, 2017 A MagGuts in the flush (7) and a Taran +2 would do good for a backup - IMO the +4 is too long - But if you like it, good! I may be picking one up soon, I have no single stack 9's and we all know they are the hotness - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites