And now … G43x

[cordex]

As you might recall from the Glock 1947 optics debacle I’ve had a Vortex Defender CCW sitting unused on the safe for a while. Last week, a gift card and credit card points aligned such that I could get a “free” G43X, so obviously I did.

This is what mounting optics to a pistol should be like.

I removed the MOS cover plate, used the included Glock screws from the Vortex kit, and mounted the optic directly to the slide with no adapter plates or other nonsense.

At my range it was an inch and a half low but centered horizontally so sighting it in went very quickly.

Now I am getting into the 43X upgrade routine. I have a new SCD headed in, of course, and a Ghost connector. Plus a metal mag catch and some metal 15rd magazines.

Free guns end up being awful expensive.

[MechAg94]

I know what you mean about accessories.  That can add up.

I never heard anything bad about the G43x.  I considered it in the past, but never got one.

[lee n. field]

As you might recall from the Glock 1947 optics debacle I’ve had a Vortex Defender CCW sitting unused on the safe for a while. Last week, a gift card and credit card points aligned such that I could get a “free” G43X, so obviously I did.

This is what mounting optics to a pistol should be like.

I removed the MOS cover plate, used the included Glock screws from the Vortex kit, and mounted the optic directly to the slide with no adapter plates or other nonsense.

At my range it was an inch and a half low but centered horizontally so sighting it in went very quickly.

Now I am getting into the 43X upgrade routine. I have a new SCD headed in, of course, and a Ghost connector. Plus a metal mag catch and some metal 15rd magazines.

https://langdontactical.com/glock-striker-control-device-scd/.  The only SCD currently in stock.  <pout>

[cordex]

They had the others in stock last Tuesday …

Also, there are knockoffs on eBay.  Haven’t tried one, but in case you needed one.

[MechAg94]

https://langdontactical.com/glock-striker-control-device-scd/.  The only SCD currently in stock.  <pout>

I was not aware of that product.  I will have to keep an eye out for it to be in stock.  I have found myself still carrying my G30 in 45 despite having other options.

[lee n. field]

They had the others in stock last Tuesday …

Also, there are knockoffs on eBay.  Haven’t tried one, but in case you needed one.

Avoiding the knockoffs.  If I need one that badly I'll take it of my G19.

[Bogie]

Why should I want an SCD for my G43 or G19/5?

[cordex]

You might sign up for their back in stock notifications. That is what I did.

Why should I want an SCD for my G43 or G19/5?

Because you can prevent the gun from discharging while holstering. I don’t carry a Glock without one.

[Bogie]

My 43 is in a decently stiff pocket holster, with the trigger fully covered. It doesn't go back in the pocket alone. The G19 is in a nice stiff Desantis where you don't have to fiddle.

[cordex]

It isn’t just about the quality of the holster (although that certainly matters).

Plenty of videos of someone holstering a pistol into a perfectly good, rigid mouth holster and something getting in the trigger guard just enough to catch the trigger

If you are totally immune to that kind of accident then awesome. I am not certain that I am, and the ability to essentially turn off the trigger when I am doing something with increased risk like holstering is a big deal for me.

[Ben]

If you are totally immune to that kind of accident then awesome. I am not certain that I am, and the ability to essentially turn off the trigger when I am doing something with increased risk like holstering is a big deal for me.

I really wish they would make the SCD for Shadow Systems. I always go into super slow motion when holstering during training, especially carrying appendo. I know a lot of guys hate any external safeties, but I really like the grip safety on the SA XDMs. I guess it doesn't bother me having spent more years on a 1911 than any other pistol.

[cordex]

I really wish they would make the SCD for Shadow Systems. I always go into super slow motion when holstering during training, especially carrying appendo.

I bet one can be made to fit if you are careful and take your time.

I know a lot of guys hate any external safeties, but I really like the grip safety on the SA XDMs. I guess it doesn't bother me having spent more years on a 1911 than any other pistol.

Even on a 1911 with a manual safety and grip safety, a lot of guys will grab the hammer with their thumb when holstering to be extra super sure.

When holstering you have to make a conscious effort to not deactivate the grip safety, although it certainly can be done.

[lee n. field]

You might sign up for their back in stock notifications. That is what I did.

I did, and never saw notification in my email.  I'll keep on it.

I was not aware of that product.  I will have to keep an eye out for it to be in stock.  I have found myself still carrying my G30 in 45 despite having other options.

I'm quite taken with the gen4 G27 I picked up 2-3 weeks ago.  "carries small, shoots big".  Glad I took a chance on that.

If you are totally immune to that kind of accident then awesome. I am not certain that I am, and the ability to essentially turn off the trigger when I am doing something with increased risk like holstering is a big deal for me.

"Brain fart" NDs are a worry for me.  A lot of the gunnies out there in the Internet Gunsphere seem to think they're totally switched on, all the time.  Think, the "this is my safety" guy holding up his index finger.  I "have my doubts", and any bit of tech that mitigates the risk without affecting the usability is interesting to me.

I'd picked up a TAU Development Group SCD for my 19 years back, before they shut down and open sourced the design.  I will probably move it over to the 27.

Why should I want an SCD for my G43 or G19/5?

In following conversation about it online, some people see the utility, and some people just don't.

I know what you mean about accessories.  That can add up.

True dat.  So far, 9mm conversion bits, OEM smooth face trigger, and holster.  ka-ching.  I think I'm about done.

[cordex]

Think, the "this is my safety" guy holding up his index finger. 

I was almost disappointed when I heard Norm Hooten clarify what actually happened.
https://taskandpurpose.com/culture/black-hawk-down-this-is-my-safety/

In short, the scene from the movie was inspired by a Ranger skit that combined two completely separate events - Delta teaching the Rangers the importance of keeping their fingers off the trigger when not shooting - even if the gun was on safe - and Delta having different procedures for weapons handling on base.

Rangers would keep their rifles with an empty chamber, hammer cocked, safety on, while Delta would keep their rifles with an empty chamber and the hammer down, so the safety could not be on.  It was not a case of Delta being cocky or cavalier about safety, just having a slightly different procedure and Captain Steele not understanding that.

[MechAg94]

I'm quite taken with the gen4 G27 I picked up 2-3 weeks ago.  "carries small, shoots big".  Glad I took a chance on that.

I had a Springfield XDm 45 compact at one time.  I did not shoot it well and was never comfortable with my grip on the draw.  For whatever reason, my G30 works for me.  The stubby grip should give me problems, but doesn't. 

Also, I always have this nagging voice in the back of my mind telling me I need a bigger caliber than 9mm and the G30 satisfies that with 45 acp and 10 round mags. 

[dogmush]

I have built it into my training to watch my gun into the holster each time.  Even when in a match, whether the "show clear, hammer down and holster" commands have been followed, I visually check the holster is clear, and watch the gun into it.

Tactically,  if you can't take half a second or so with your eyes to holster, why are you holstering?

[MechAg94]

I have built it into my training to watch my gun into the holster each time.  Even when in a match, whether the "show clear, hammer down and holster" commands have been followed, I visually check the holster is clear, and watch the gun into it.

Tactically,  if you can't take half a second or so with your eyes to holster, why are you holstering?

That has more or less been my practice.  Also, depending on the holster location, you can often bend your waist a little so the gun is not pointing down your leg as it goes in the holster. 

[dogmush]

If this thread gets your thoughts thinking:
https://ar15discounts.com/products/glock-43x-mos-3-41-9mm-10rd-subcompact-semi-auto-pistol-black/?avad=190366_e3c997bcd

43x MOS for $429 right now.

[MechAg94]

If this thread gets your thoughts thinking:
https://ar15discounts.com/products/glock-43x-mos-3-41-9mm-10rd-subcompact-semi-auto-pistol-black/?avad=190366_e3c997bcd

43x MOS for $429 right now.

Through the vageries of internet security, that site comes up at at my work similar to SGAmmo.  They also have a pretty good price on a new Gen3 G30SF.  Not quite the same as mine, but good price.