Glock 19 Vs 43 Review

Reliability

The Glock 43 is designed to be a slim, lightweight handgun with more power than pocket pistols. It has more stopping power than some subcompact guns on the market that are larger and weigh more. The Glock 19 shoots more accurately at longer ranges because of the longer line of sight. This makes it easier to pick up the front sight and aim for better accuracy. It does have a longer trigger pull, which can affect your rate of fire in self defense situations.

The Glock 43 has less recoil than the Glock 19 because it is slightly lighter, even though it packs more stopping power that some subcompact pistols on the market. This makes it easier to shoot in single action or double-action modes because the trigger pull is significantly lighter. The Glock 43 also has a smaller overall size that makes it easier to conceal and maneuver in close quarters, which can come in handy for law enforcement officials who need to carry their weapon every day.

Concealability

The Glock 43 is easier to conceal because of its slim design and lighter weight. This can be useful for undercover officers who must carry their weapon every day but do not want it to bulge beneath clothing. The Glock 19 is slightly heavier than the Glock 43, which makes it less easy to conceal under clothing or in a concealed carry holster. The Glock 43 also has a smaller overall size, which makes it easier to conceal. This can be particularly useful for law enforcement officials or concealed carry holders who must bring their weapon with them every day but do not want the added bulk of a larger gun.

MOS

The Glock 43 comes with the standard back strap, but it does not come with options for mounting accessories or tactical lights. It has factory sights that are relatively easy to see but lack the option for aftermarket upgrades. The Glock 19 is compatible with accessories like lasers and tactical lights because of its factory-installed rail system. This makes it easier to mount accessories, which can be useful if you need to equip your weapon with an accessory before heading out for duty or responding to a dangerous situation.

Accessories

The Glock 43 is a single stack handgun, which means that it has a magazine capacity of 6+1 rounds. It does not come with any factory accessories or mounting options. The Glock 19 can be equipped with aftermarket accessories like tactical lights, lasers, and threaded barrels to enable the use of suppressors. This allows law enforcement professionals to have the option to add accessories that can help them in dangerous situations or on duty.

Aftermarket

The Glock 43 is a single stack handgun, which means it has less space for aftermarket upgrades and fewer options for accessories. It does not come with any factory accessories, but there are some available aftermarket options. The Glock 19 is a double stack handgun, which means it has more space for aftermarket upgrades and accessories. It comes with factory-installed rail system to easily install accessories like lasers or tactical lights.

Sights

The Glock 19 and 43 come with replaceable front and rear night sights, but you may also choose after-market sights like tritium night sights for a clearer aim in dim light. Both the Glock 19 and 43 come with similar sight options, but the Glock 19 sights are slightly higher than those of the Glock 43. There are also some other variations like the Glock 19 MOS (R) and Glock 43 MOS (R), which are compatible with optics and come with cover plates to conceal the base plates.

Grips

The Glock 19 gives you the option to change your grip using different backstraps, which are available in different sizes for a more customized fit. The polymer grip of the Glock 43 does not accommodate interchangeable backstraps, so if you want to customize or adjust your grip for comfort and better control, then it is best to go with the Glock 19.

Laser Grips

The Glock 19 and 43 also allow you to add laser grips for precision shooting. With this accessory, you can get a better aim at night or in dim light without losing focus on the target. As with other accessories, there are also different types of laser grips available depending on the manufacturer.

Holsters

With respect to holsters, both are suitable for inside-the-waistband (IWB) carry, outside -the-waistband (OWB) carry, and tactical leg draw. They also work well in ankle support. There are many types of holsters you can choose for your Glock 19 and 43, including the most common ones, like paddle holster, drop leg holster, shoulder holster or thigh rig. You may also find more specific types that suit your needs better, such as bellyband holsters or ankle holsters. So if you want to buy a holster, the Glock 19 and the Glock 43 are suitable for most types of holsters.