You said, "opinion is called out as such and not as gospel, and to the point". Bro, good try but keep your day job. EDITED: to soften up my earlier harsher criticism.
@@sweetcostarica8714 so I'm confused is this comment directed at me and if it is you also have the option of making your own videos and educating others to the best of your ability
Just bought the 48 on Saturday! Haven’t gotten the chance to get to the range, but I am stoked about it! My very first handgun! I appreciate the review, it definitely helps.
The Glock 48 has been my go to carry gun lately, Very nice shooting gun. I put an Apex trigger in mine and a Taran Tactical spring kit and now it’s golden!!
I was going to the local gun and thinking that I was going to buy a Glock 17, well I saw the 43x and the 48. When I put the 48 in my hands I was impressed with the feel of the gun and with the longer slide then the 43x, I was sold, the 48 I was holding had ameriglo sights factory installed! At the range I shot excellent groups! was very surprised, some of the best groups even on par with my S&W 686 that is my go to for tight groups. The trigger is fine, must be I shot great. I tried two of my ccw holsters for my M&P shield and the 48 fit even with the longer slide. Being that the grip is smaller gave me a tighter hold on the pistol than the 2x4 grip of the standard Glock. I'm not going to be messing with anything with the 48, I love that gun!
This particular pistol seems to have hit a hot button with Glock haters. There was a time many moons ago I was in their camp, the whole Glock Perfection line just rubbed my rhubarb the wrong way. I was a hammer and metal frame purest. Had my 17 round astra and was happy to have it. Thought I could shoot pretty well with it too. One day at the range with my sister, a gentleman from the other end of the bench came down to ask about my sisters tiny keltec 380. She let him shoot it and he thanked her and went back to his business. A short while later he came back with his pistol and offered to let my sister shoot it since she let him shoot hers. My sister is a bit recoil sensitive and 9mm is uncomfortable to her, 380 being about as powerful as she goes. He offered the pistol to me and behold it was a Glock 17. I didn’t want to say to him, no I don’t want to shoot your crap Glock, so I accepted. So....let’s step back a few moments. The whole time we were at the range, at this bench I had been trying to peg this one plate with all 17 rounds out of my Astra A100. I consistently hit 16 of 17 but just could not do 17 of 17. Was really bugging me. So I took his 17 and sighted up the plate. The whole time my sister eyeballing me because she knows how I feel about Glocks at that time. Squeezed of the first round and TING. The next 16 rounds TING.. I thanked the gentleman as I handed the pistol back to him and he went back to his end of the bench. My sister turned and asked what I thought? I told her I needed to get a Glock. Since then I have had either a 17 or a 19. And they have always been great shooters, even when others more expensive pistols had break-in issues, the Glocks never did. I currently have a gen4 19, gen4 17 FS, G45 and G48. All are great guns and all shot without issue from day one. I have others, HK, Walther, SW revolver, Grand powers, XD, m,s, HS2000 the forerunner to the XD and other. And others from the past including Kimbers, Rutgers, Taurus etc. Most all were great pistols out of box, but some were real lemons. And with the exception of a small few I think I have tried them all. I think without exception all the poly pistols were great shooters. The metal frame pistols had some issues. I guess this rabble boils down to this for the Glock haters. Glock like so many others has their slogan. Glock Perfection. But are Glocks perfect? Yes and no. Perfect is relative to ones needs. And like so many other manufacturers Glock keeps expanding their line up and making small improvements here and there. I personally love the changes on the G45. Which the 48 only gets the front serrations. I’ve never been a fan of single stack pistols. I’ve never liked the limitation of round count with them. But it is easier to conceal a 48 on one side with a extra mag on the other than it is to properly hide a larger thicker pistol. No one gun is Perfect for everyone, but every gun is perfect for someone, even a hipoint. People need to remember that. Just because your favorite SW, Ruger, Sig or Kimber is the best option for you, it doesn’t make it the best option for all and we need to stop arguing and bickering about brand, and caliber, slide release/lock or over the top, press check or pull the slide from the back. It’s all crazy. We sound like a bunch of childish politicians bickering over how many millions to spend on turtle tunnels. And yes that’s a real thing. We are the 2A community. We are constitutionalists, or we’re supposed to be. Lets support our brothers and sisters in arms because our arms may not work for other. KAG
I love the story, personally I have been a glock hater my whole life untill I shot one.. now I feel stupid but other then glocks the only other pistol I love is HK and I love springfields 1911s but other then that I won't shoot or own any other pistol I have had rugers, Springfield XDs, Kimbers, Smith & wesson, theirs a few others and all of them sucked to me atleast others not so much.
I love em .. does that make me a fan boy .. no, back in the day I was one of the fools that made fun of plastic guns .. I was wrong , Glocks are the best gun in the world for the money , only a fool would not like them .
Just picked up a G48 and it shot low as well with me. Installed a McNally trigger and Meprolight sights and She shoots like a dream. I’m 6’2” and have large hands so I added the Hogue rubber grip that is for the G 43 and it now fills my hand very nicely. Love this pistol. Yes you will probably change things on this gun to fit your shooting style but for the price it’s well worth it.
Great video.. I got a 48 in Jan this is my first Glock and Im really happy with it I opted for the 3 dot night sights and yes range ammo makes it a mess
Nice video! I myself purchased the 43x. I shot 100 rounds through it and it gave me a knarly blister on my trigger finger. First time that has happened with any pistol. I ordered an Apex trigger shoe for it. Hopefully it makes a difference.
I started shooting on the Kahr double action and kept it for 8 years, then shot single action revolver reproductions for 2 years. Compared to those experiences, the Glock 48 trigger is just fantastic.
I handled both at my local shop, the 48 felt very top heavy to me, the 43X felt better balanced and has replaced my 43 as my everyday carry. Absolutely love my 43X!
I too have a 43x. I fund the 43 easier to conceal, but I definitely enjoy shooting my 43 x over the 43. I am considering picking up a G42 for summer carry.
@@navcop33 pick up the sig p365 for summer carry. It's a little bigger then the g42 but smaller than the g43. But it's a 10 rd 9mm. They had issues when they were first released but its fine now. (Im a glock guy)
Just got mine with AmeriGlo 3-dot Tritium sights- love it. I like that I can mix and match the slides with my G43! If you already have a 43, the 48 is a very reasonable addition.
I just bought a G43x (Night Sight Version) - Shoots Great.....100 Rounds of Blazer Brass with no malfunctions and good tight group. Grip feels good and the lighter weight makes it nice for CCW.
Nice work at the range and good objective review. Glad to hear it's a keeper. Agree 100% on the feel, the 48 might be a slim 19 but feels completely different. The people who have never held one should reserve judgement until they do. Wishful thinking I know.
Reserve judgment until holding..... or dare I say.... shooting one.....??? Preposterous! The 48 might not be for the guy who only likes the guns he already owns. However, for those of us that actually conceal carry daily and have a few different options based on garment selection, this pistol fits a Goldilocks zone. For slim carry, capacity, and actually wanting to train with your slim carry option due to reduced recoil, this one is pretty much in a class of it’s own.
1776 the Glock 48 looks nice I went to the gun store today to make a purchase and I had to buy the Glock 19 MOS Gen 5 because I use a red. And going over the Glock 48 to me it's just too thin I prefer the thickness of the regular Glocks nice gun
I'm a brand new shooter. Picked up the 19, 48, and 42 recently. 43 was too snappy for me. Couldn't shoot it without a malfunction, due to limp wrist. Have the ameriglo spartan orange dot sights on them all. Really like the 19 and 48.
Reloading from the hot pot It’s, funny. So many people dislike the stock Glock sights. But I actually kinda like them. I can shoot as well with them as any other sight, though I can understand the combat or competition issue. I guess it boils down to what one likes or needs depending on the intended use on the particular gun.
Ordered the Glock 48 yesterday, my first Glock and my first 9mm. Looking forward to it, but of course have to go the range to try it out being a Canadian, lol.
@@samdone2900Yeah, I'm still waiting. The reason I went with the pre order is cuz I missed out on the G19X precisely because I waited, now it's more expensive. I don't want to pay $800 after, when it's much less now.. I still want the G19X tho..
... I recently picked up a G48 (in all black) and consider this pistol as like the old S&W model 39, it was a single stack compact handgun with a four inch barrel in 9mm ...
EVERYBODY hates the sights like you hated the 19 sights and changed them. You changed the trigger too and will do it with this one too. I polished the trigger bar and face and did XS sights and I'm happy with it and you will be happy with yours too.
A humble small observation, at 0:22 and at 0:43 you are anticipating recoil and yanking the trigger. That's the reason you're shooting low. I humbly suggest some dry fire practice. Get those sights to sit exactly where you want as the trigger breaks, every single pull. Do a lot of dry fire until you can call your dry fire shot as the trigger breaks and you can do it without thinking about it. Smooth pressure until the trigger breaks, focus hard on the front sight, do not to bottom the trigger out at the back of travel. When you live fire ignore recoil, focus hard on front sight.
I observed the same thing and you are exactly correct. He is anticipating the discharge and pushing the front sight down slightly as it fires. Dry practice will help but ball and dummy drills will fix this problem much faster.
No worries you're probably right this was the first time shooting this particular handgun and honestly I'm not necessarily an expert at shooting single stacks or for that matter Compact and full-size guns LOL however as the day went on I felt a little bit more confident before I left the range
I put mine up for sale. It's a great carry gun and conceals great, but the recoil impulse is unnecessarily snappy for its full size. The grip angle is also worst than the other glocks I've shot/own imo. It's like a bigger snappy version of the g43. It takes a conscious effort for me to keep the front sight down which effects my consistent accuracy at speed.
@@1776orbust my 19 is my bed side pistol. I can go to work with that thing. It also points somewhat high but I can mitigate that with my support hand, not so much with the 48. The front sight disappears for a split second after every shot on the 48 then ends up pointing high. Just my experience though.
@@1776orbust I agree. They were immediately replaced with Dawson precision fiber optic sights and the trigger replaced by Apex. I like the reset better on the stock trigger but the apex is definitely an improvement overall.
Picked up the 43x.. absolutely love it.. is the 48 in my future because it was a hard decision.. plus I like that the mags are interchangeable and I believe the slides as well.
Thanks for the awesome video, I've been on the fence for the last week or two on a new carry weapon and this video sealed the deal for me on the 48! Liked and subscribed!
The addition of the Traction Grips I installed made a huge difference in handling. The silver finish isn’t very appealing to me and does get dirty quickly, my slide is out being Cerakoted now. I actually thought the factory trigger was much nicer on this gun than other new Glocks I’ve purchased, mine was shooting slightly high.
I bought the 43X with factory night sights and 48 with regular sights, and I love both of these pistols. They pair very well with the Fort Scott Munitions ammo. I agree on the trigger not being as smooth as the 19X.
I had a 43X and while an excellent gun the 48 was more appealing to me, I sold my 43X and got a 48 couldn't be happier. I feel I can shoot the 48 a tad better and for me it is a lot more comfortable for all day carry while been able to put effective rounds on target, smaller guns are harder to shoot that is a fact and there is no way around I knew that but in my case I can manage the 48 the best out of all I had in the past except for the G42.
I actually sold both of my 43x and 48 and went with the shield 2.0 Performance Center 4in shoot it better and I like the ability to go short grip or long grip
Man, that was a major statement. I don't see how the longer 48 can be more comfortable for all-day carry than the shorter 43x. That is THE deciding factor for me, and the reason I haven't been able to decide between the two. Can you say why it's more comfortable? (I'm picturing the end of the barrel poking me, with appendix carry.)
I purchased a 43X and at the end of a 120 round initial range visit, I was developing a blister on my finger tip. After replacing the trigger with an Apex, the problem is solved.
I have 1,000 rounds through my Glock 43X, replacing a Taurus PT 709 Slim which had 5,000 rounds. Love the greater accuracy of the 43X and the balanced feel in the hand. The only thing want to change is that trigger, as it just isn't comfortable when shooting a lot of rounds. I'm looking at the Apex Action Blue line, so glad to hear Apex works well for you.
Hm my Glock 48 which is a Black Slide Version I would argue is the best trigger out of my 2 19’s and my 43. I def thought it was a big Improvement but Who knows I usually shoot 3000-5000 rds before I feel that the trigger is at its best spot
I like both the 43X and 48. Waz lucky to get my 48 with the AmeriGlo sights installed. I think the G45 has a better trigger than the 48, maybe it's me. As far as the grip Talon grips on the way. Nice review.
The 48 has the same trigger as the Glock 42, 43, and 43x. All are terrible compared to any other Glock trigger. Not sure if it’s due to them basing this on a pocket pistol trigger or what. They definitely need to make some changes on these models. You can make it feel better with a Ghost Edge connector and spring kit. I use a 5lb striker spring with a reduced safety plunger along with the connector to get a better feeling trigger with a trigger pull of around 3 3/4lbs. If you want a heavier trigger pull leave the factory safety plunger in and it will be around 4 1/4lbs.
There are some who will swear by the P 365 XL but it's just not for me I actually went to the 48 first and now I've been extremely happy with the shield 2.0 4 inch
1776 or Bust I’ve had pistols all my life and just like everyone else I went with short barrels for EDC now these new guns are coming out with longer barrels and easier to conceal it’s a game changer! Longer barrels are in For concealment
500 - 750 rounds, a 25 cent trigger job, and a little dremel (carefully) and sandpaper to that trigger shoe will really improve things - without having to spend anything extra.
I like how the new slim guns have no discernible creep in the trigger break. I wish they used the flat faced trigger. You maybe have been flinching a little or pre ignition push causing shoots to go low. I like dirty guns it means you use them and you are probably a bad ass with em lol
The sky in the beginning said it was a fantastic handgun that exceeded his expectations and then he spent most of video bashing it. I have this handgun and I love it.!!!!
BTW just because I point out some dislikes such as trigger and sights doesn't make it a terrible firearm it's simply an objective view of things that I didn't like. Which btw was just the trigger safety and sights. You like the gun, great so do I.
I could relate to your experience with this model through your thoughts and conclusions. Five stars sir! (I can relate to the “ridges on triggers”. I don’t like them.)
Why do so many people complain about Glock sights, how many people buy a pistol and keep the stock sights, I personally don’t like 3 dot sights so it would piss me off if Glock decided to charge me $50 more for metal 3 dots I don’t like. Cheap plastic sights do work and are easy to change if and when you do.
Yes my groups at first were Good But for the first time I grip it with my right hand dominant then wrap my left hand with index finger (never tried it before)wrapped around the trigger guard my groups got Fantastic! Best ever with a Glock of any kind. Check it out
Caleb Becker how much of an improvement was the overwatch trigger on your G48? I have a 43X I am wanting to put an overwatch in, but I want to make sure it's worth the money. Did it lower the pull weight and clean it up nicely?
I dont like the empty hole on the bottom of barrell. Is there another recoil spring assembly you can use or an add on to fill the space? Please anyone??
In Glock we trust. That being said i usally get tru glow sites. A new mag release, and depending which way the wind is blowing. A 3.5 lb trigger. Other than that i really like the reliability of the Glock. It would be nice to get a new Glock from the factory that already come with the trigger like a cz p10c, or some nice sights glow in the dark what ever just not those nasty Glock sights. Also a bad ass mag release with a nipple on it. But lets be real. They are making money on all this other crap you buy to make the gun a little better. Oh did i mention some stippling or something for a little extra grip. ? Anyway thanks for sharing.
@@1776orbust just teasing you 76 . I know you love your M&P's , your CZ's and your Walthers !!! I'm love them All like you , but Glocks for myself are just very Solid , very Reliable and very Simple Fireams that just work . Are they the most comfortable neck No , there a Box , do they have Great Triggers Neck No , but For me they just do Everything well across the Board and For me , there the Most Reliable Handgun out of the Box that I would Trust my life and my Families Life With !!! I love Many Brands and Makes of Handguns , but they Work and Run Very well and for me that's All that Matters . Have a great week 76 and Awsome review , Glad you like it and was able to get your hands on One . Enjoy Sir , See you on the Mid week Chat
I have short fat hands for a guy and have always felt double stack Glocks were uncomfortably large in my hand so as I watch these reviews of the 48 that it may be the Glock for me. Do you have a original G43 because if you do you have everything you need to make a 43x. I tried the 43 but as fat as my hands are it makes it very difficult to get a 3 finger grip on the pistol so if the 48 is similarly profiled as far as grip depth and girth I'm in. Thanks for the details appreciate it.
In my opinion I think Glock came out with 43X and 48 for restricted magazine capacity states or country. I would rather get the G19 or G26 and have the flexibility of interchangeable magazine.
I am of the opinion if you have a Glock 19 you have no real reason to buy a Glock 48, on the other hand if you want a 43X by all means it is well worth the investment for the size reduction. But if you’re just going from a 19 to a 48 that seems kind of silly since all you’re doing is losing capacity for a tiny bit of weight and width savings. That’s just my opinions please don’t hate me for having one.
Great review, I was expecting you to be the first to do a video disliking this model considering your commentary in other videos leading up to this one. I definately like it better than the 43X. I'm sure that Apex trigger is going to be a nice improvement on perfection. The only dislike I have is the slide finish, nothing Cerakote cant fix though. 👍
This is glocks version of a 1911. a GLOCK 1911.. Glock is a perfectly designed safe, accurate, efficient, effective, reliable and consistent for combat self defense situations and circumstances. IT IS NOT A PRETTY, FUN, TARGET, COMPETITION GUN!!!!! : / And the triggers are made multi faceted for comabt situations! Maybe someone in a stressed combat self defense situation heed trigger control so they dont unintentionally shoot someone if they dont want to. OR any number of stressed life or death situations in that moment! SO keep this in mind.. If you a perfect self defense tool in a hangun? GLOCK IS THE BEST CHOICE TO DATE FOR THAT USE... FOR ANYTHING ELSE??? CHOOSE ANOTHER GUN!!!
You're shooting low because you are anticipating the shot and dipping the gun. Look at how much you flinch when you don't know the gun is empty. You rock the gun quite a bit when pulling the trigger. The gun shouldn't move when you pull the trigger.
By the time you are done with changing everything you don't like and getting used to what you can't you might as well buy another gun like the 365xl or a sw or a revolver haha
*NOTE:* The Glock 43X outsells the Glock 48 three to one (3 to 1). There a three G43X sold to every one G48. This shows which is more popular, a least for CCW. Note: reference Lenny Magill.
@@HikerJohn316 The trouble with the G48 is that the G43X out sells it 3 to 1. For every one (1) Glock 48 sold, three (3) Glock 43X are sold (according to Lenny McGill). What most people do if the want a Glock carry gun they get the Glock 43/G43X. If the people want a compact Pistol the size of the G48 they just buy the G19 cause it carries more bullets. NOTE: The top CCW firearms in the USA are (through sells only) - in no order: The S&W M&P Shield The Glock 43/43X The SIG P365
@@markblanc5993 How can one be a copy cat or as you say a _"copy pasta"_ if they are posting their own researched facts to many places, for everyone to read. Besides that why does it even matter. I don't get it. Are you high brother?
Here is a true statement (opinion): *The Glock 48 is a Glock that has the weirdest place in CCW & the self-defense world.* Here is why: - It is similar to the Glock 19 - why not get the more capable G19, with less recoil, & five (5) more bullets? - it is outsold by the Glock 43X 3 to 1. For every (1) Glock 48 sold three (3) Glock 43X's are sold. - It is the same pistol as a G43X. The only difference is about 3/4 inch slide & slightly longer barrel. *Question* For CCW & self-defense when you have the better for CCW - Glock 43X and better for OWB hip carry or home deference - Glock 19: why get the Glock 48 i.e. the odd gun? For me the Glock 43X makes more sense. How about you? *Note:* the trigger on all my past Glocks were pretty good as they work and I could shoot fast with them. But then to me when "gun" folks talk about a striker-fired gun trigger, I think *they are being way too picky.* In my entire 56 years on earth, for the military 1911 to my only one (1) gun I use today (I only need one gun): there has been only one bad trigger on a gun I bought. This gun had a terribly long, long, long trigger was the CZ P100. It was a bad trigger for self-defense. *Second Note:* Come on *1776 or Bust* again with the sights?!? Bro. Glock's standard polymer sights are *temporary sights* to get you up & running until you replace them with your favorite sights, usually for most people night sights. You should know this by now. Glocks are a *cheaper to buy with there "plastic"* sights and that makes it easier on the wallet so you can get the sights you like & are best for your needs. These polymer Glock sights are a plus not a minus.
the 48 has a longer sight radius due to the longer slide so that may have some inherent benefits and advantages. In regards to the difference between this and the 19 again some people's hands will not fit correctly on the 19 due to its blockiness so this may be an advantage for that person as well who would like a pseudo full size gun versus a full size grip with a short slide On a second note in regards to the site in the video I stated that you don't need to change the sights however I think that Glock should at least make their standard sights made of steel as opposed to plastic as most manufacturers have gone that way. And yes I agree that that is why I bought one with the standard sight so that I can upgrade to the ones that I prefer.
@@1776orbust Bro, my consumer comment(s) are directed at *everyone* reading & I have made a few videos on guns & general shooting under another user name. Although this doesn't really matter, right. OK, response to your earlier comments above - my answers in *BOLD:* COMMENTS "the 48 has a longer sight radius due to the longer slide so that may have some inherent benefits and advantages." *A difference of about 3/4 inch slide & slightly longer barrel is, I'm guesting here, not going to mean much* *in an actual CCW incident for which the G42, G43, 43X, & 48 are designed for.* *In CCW effectively smaller is the goal of concealability i.e. G43X is better,** *in outside the waistband carry that is not a big consideration hence the G19 win there.* HANDS "...the 19 again some people's hands will not fit correctly on the 19 due to its blockiness so this may be an advantage for that person." *This is the only thing the Glock 48 is better at over a G19: for folks who have small hands* (Rubio, be quiet please) *and want a Glock 19 size gun.* *That is about 10 people in my state. So it is a rare thing especially since those* "inherent benefits and advantages" *are so small they are hard to even see between the better (IMO) Glock 43X.* SIGHTS "I think that Glock should at least make their standard sights made of steel as opposed to plastic as most manufacturers have gone that way. And yes I agree that that is why I bought one with the standard sight so that I can upgrade to the ones that I prefer." *Glock does not agree with your 1st sentence here* 1776 or Bust. *They have been around for over 30 years putting temporary but useful sights on all their pistols. And they have heard for about 30 years people (usually the competition) complaining about how bad their "plastic" sights are. Only recently has Glock tried to answer these complains with options from the factory of Glock night sights and Ameriglo sights.* *Note:* These guns are more expensive than the standard polymer Glock sighted weapons. Which brings us full circle back to the reason Glock puts temporary sights on their pistols and why folks *not hip to it* think those are the sights Glock wants you to actually use in real life self-defense. WRAP UP If we let folks decide which new Glock works best for their CCW purposes, the people would & are saying: *"For every (1) Glock 48 sold three (3) Glock 43X's are sold."* (said by Lenny Mcgill - The Glock Store) EDITED - to correct spelling.
@@sweetcostarica8714 I try to keep this short in regards to the concealability the grip is the exact same length of both handguns so will it conceal better than the 48 I highly doubt that since really the concealability factor deals more with the grip than anything else In regards to which one is selling more again it's not necessarily about what I think or what you think it's about the individual purchaser of the handgun everyone will have their preference for me it happens to be the 48. And while I don't have the actual statistics on which one is selling more I'll take your word for the fact that the 43 x would be selling more than the 48. In regards to the issue with the Glock 19 while there may only be 10 people in your state I guarantee you there's many more people out there that have always shied away from Glock due to the ergonomics of the handgun this allows people who have shied away from Glock to now enter the Glock world
@@1776orbust You said, "And while I don't have the actual statistics on which one is selling more I'll take your word for the fact that the 43 x would be selling more than the 48." No problems. Please write Lenny Mcgill of the Glock store he said "For every (1) Glock 48 sold three (3) Glock 43X's are sold." *Heads up:* also, others have said things ling the Glock 43 & 43X are now Glocks No.1 best sellers. YOUR WORDS You also said, "In regards to the issue with the Glock 19 while there may only be 10 people in your state I guarantee you there's many more people out there that have always shied away from Glock due to the ergonomics of the handgun this allows people who have shied away from Glock to now enter the Glock world" I agree there are a few people who don't like and some that actually need to have there Glock's handle altered to fit their wee hands. I work with a very small woman that had her Forestry Service Glock 19 shaved down to fit her child sized hands. For the most part the Glock 43X is the better gun for them as said there is little if any need for the Glock 48's extra 3/4 inch side and about a 1/2 inch longer barrel for CCW. CCW is what these gun are targeted at right. SIDE BY SIDE Here is the reason I think the Glock 43X easily beats the Glock 48: The G43X for CCW is *more comfortable for sitting, is lighter, is quicker to deploy, points faster, it is better* for me & you. The compromises between the G43X and the G48 for CCW are barely if even experienced: - at the 0 to 15 yards self defense distances the accuracy difference is not too different unless you use a *magnifying glass* - the effectiveness of the velocity of a bullet out of a 4 inch barrel compared to a 3.4 inch barrel are also not measurable enough to make a difference. - the sight length argument is also not a real factor for CCW between the G26, G43, G43X, & G48. Only a difference with the bad marksman. As if you practice enough at 7 to 10 yards you will be grouping fist sized groups easily. - All modern hollow point (HP) bullets will perform out of a 3", 4", 5" etc. barrel properly. The difference in how big the HP expands does not matter if you are targeting the "deadly triangle" which is the head and two nipples on the human torso. REMEMBER: The power of your weak handgun caliber is in shot placement. BEING REAL *1776 or Bust* said, "In regards to which one is selling more again it's not necessarily about what I think or what you think it's about the individual purchaser of the handgun everyone will have their preference for me it happens to be the 48." Regarding this statement *(in my opinion):* The main and only reason, not benefit, not advantage to buy the G48 over the G43, G43X, G26 or even the G36 for CCW is for the "my gun is almost one (1) inch bigger than yours" mentality. That is the only tangible difference between these guns that effects anything i.e. the shooters *ego* is the only true difference in this type of comparison. Sorry, that is the truth of the matter.
So at the end of your lengthy retort you basically say that's it's an ego issue ....not for me it's my preference to carry the 48 and not the 43x I could care less what you carry or how small your gun is. It boils down to my preference which doesn't have to subscribe to your preferences or your facts. If anyone wants to follow along with what works for you as a gun owner then that's great for them but I choose what works best for me...thanks for the conversation.
if you can connect at 25 yards you can connect at 15 feet. Practice at many distances. Six years in the Army we trained at distances from up close, to 300 meters.
Omg if one more person complains about Glock sights I’m gonna automatically dislike the video. I’m so over it . My 43X came with ameriglow sights or Glock night , or stock sights FROM THE FACTORY! Glock definitely listened . Why can’t u hear it ?’ Lol Decent review otherwise.
1776 or Bust - Nope all u did was complain about them and even went so far to say that u wish Glock would go with all metal sights . No mention that they are already doing that and that YOU chose this particular model with those sights . All good . Everyone had an opinion. I just get tired of hearing that one . Glock has obviously listened . My last 3 Glocks came with night sights from the factory. With the G43X they actually had 4 different sight options.
I understand what you're saying however what I'm trying to say is stock sites that are not amerigo. Move away from plastic for steel and again maybe just go 3 dot So that more people would be apt to keep them as is. And yes ameriglo is producing them for Glock now with a small upcharge reason why I went with the stocks was because I knew I was going to switch them out anyway to my preference which is the idot pros
The *Glock 19* is easily Glocks most popular model by sells in all it types. *Of NOTE:* The *Glock 43X* outsells the Glock 48 three to one (3 to 1). There a three *G43X* sold to every one G48. This shows which is more popular for CCW. Note: G43X* reference is from Lenny Magill.
@thomaspalmer7900 Not talking about _better._ This is about the Glock 43X being more *_popular_* and therefore more importantly more suitable for concealed carry 👌. Think, brother.
@josephpepe2607 Explain *Joe,* please, as the data and facts do not agree with your statement 🙄 Your comment above sounds like something "Joe" Biden would say (imo).
Yah make me laugh u buy a glock 4 $500 plus in Chgo way over $600 with all da anti gun taxes then u put on sights and a trigger! Da gun shoots great without any aftermarket parts. Might as well get another gun..... Dam followers... I shoot da same groupings same organ shots yah hit without the switching. Please just buy another gun if yah have 2 change a piece so much.
You're videos are always well thought out, opinion is called out as such and not as gospel, and to the point. Good stuff, brother.
You said, "opinion is called out as such and not as gospel, and to the point".
Bro, good try but keep your day job.
EDITED: to soften up my earlier harsher criticism.
@@sweetcostarica8714 so I'm confused is this comment directed at me and if it is you also have the option of making your own videos and educating others to the best of your ability
Just bought the 48 on Saturday! Haven’t gotten the chance to get to the range, but I am stoked about it! My very first handgun! I appreciate the review, it definitely helps.
I never have understood the hate for the "field goal" rear sites. For my old eyes it helps me get alignment quicker and easier.
Just a bunch of blowhards who follow someone else. The piece is great da way it is.
They aren't terrible but 3 dot is just better and every other gun uses 3 dot or a Black rear FO front
i think field goal is superior to 3 dot, it gives better vertical reference
The Glock 48 has been my go to carry gun lately, Very nice shooting gun. I put an Apex trigger in mine and a Taran Tactical spring kit and now it’s golden!!
Nice, interestingly I still keep choosing my 19 over it ....old habits
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I was going to the local gun and thinking that I was going to buy a Glock 17, well I saw the 43x and the 48.
When I put the 48 in my hands I was impressed with the feel of the gun and with the longer slide then the 43x, I was sold, the 48 I was holding had ameriglo sights factory installed!
At the range I shot excellent groups! was very surprised, some of the best groups even on par with my S&W 686 that is my go to for tight groups.
The trigger is fine, must be I shot great.
I tried two of my ccw holsters for my M&P shield and the 48 fit even with the longer slide.
Being that the grip is smaller gave me a tighter hold on the pistol than the 2x4 grip of the standard Glock.
I'm not going to be messing with anything with the 48, I love that gun!
Right it's perfect straight out da box
This particular pistol seems to have hit a hot button with Glock haters.
There was a time many moons ago I was in their camp, the whole Glock Perfection line just rubbed my rhubarb the wrong way. I was a hammer and metal frame purest.
Had my 17 round astra and was happy to have it. Thought I could shoot pretty well with it too.
One day at the range with my sister, a gentleman from the other end of the bench came down to ask about my sisters tiny keltec 380. She let him shoot it and he thanked her and went back to his business. A short while later he came back with his pistol and offered to let my sister shoot it since she let him shoot hers. My sister is a bit recoil sensitive and 9mm is uncomfortable to her, 380 being about as powerful as she goes.
He offered the pistol to me and behold it was a Glock 17. I didn’t want to say to him, no I don’t want to shoot your crap Glock, so I accepted.
So....let’s step back a few moments. The whole time we were at the range, at this bench I had been trying to peg this one plate with all 17 rounds out of my Astra A100. I consistently hit 16 of 17 but just could not do 17 of 17. Was really bugging me.
So I took his 17 and sighted up the plate. The whole time my sister eyeballing me because she knows how I feel about Glocks at that time. Squeezed of the first round and TING.
The next 16 rounds TING.. I thanked the gentleman as I handed the pistol back to him and he went back to his end of the bench. My sister turned and asked what I thought?
I told her I needed to get a Glock.
Since then I have had either a 17 or a 19. And they have always been great shooters, even when others more expensive pistols had break-in issues, the Glocks never did.
I currently have a gen4 19, gen4 17 FS, G45 and G48. All are great guns and all shot without issue from day one.
I have others, HK, Walther, SW revolver, Grand powers, XD, m,s, HS2000 the forerunner to the XD and other. And others from the past including Kimbers, Rutgers, Taurus etc.
Most all were great pistols out of box, but some were real lemons. And with the exception of a small few I think I have tried them all.
I think without exception all the poly pistols were great shooters. The metal frame pistols had some issues.
I guess this rabble boils down to this for the Glock haters. Glock like so many others has their slogan.
Glock Perfection. But are Glocks perfect?
Yes and no. Perfect is relative to ones needs. And like so many other manufacturers Glock keeps expanding their line up and making small improvements here and there. I personally love the changes on the G45. Which the 48 only gets the front serrations. I’ve never been a fan of single stack pistols. I’ve never liked the limitation of round count with them. But it is easier to conceal a 48 on one side with a extra mag on the other than it is to properly hide a larger thicker pistol.
No one gun is Perfect for everyone, but every gun is perfect for someone, even a hipoint.
People need to remember that. Just because your favorite SW, Ruger, Sig or Kimber is the best option for you, it doesn’t make it the best option for all and we need to stop arguing and bickering about brand, and caliber, slide release/lock or over the top, press check or pull the slide from the back. It’s all crazy. We sound like a bunch of childish politicians bickering over how many millions to spend on turtle tunnels. And yes that’s a real thing.
We are the 2A community. We are constitutionalists, or we’re supposed to be.
Lets support our brothers and sisters in arms because our arms may not work for other.
KAG
I love the story, personally I have been a glock hater my whole life untill I shot one.. now I feel stupid but other then glocks the only other pistol I love is HK and I love springfields 1911s but other then that I won't shoot or own any other pistol I have had rugers, Springfield XDs, Kimbers, Smith & wesson, theirs a few others and all of them sucked to me atleast others not so much.
I love em .. does that make me a fan boy .. no, back in the day I was one of the fools that made fun of plastic guns .. I was wrong , Glocks are the best gun in the world for the money , only a fool would not like them .
Just picked up a G48 and it shot low as well with me. Installed a McNally trigger and Meprolight sights and She shoots like a dream. I’m 6’2” and have large hands so I added the Hogue rubber grip that is for the G 43 and it now fills my hand very nicely. Love this pistol. Yes you will probably change things on this gun to fit your shooting style but for the price it’s well worth it.
Great video.. I got a 48 in Jan this is my first Glock and Im really happy with it I opted for the 3 dot night sights and yes range ammo makes it a mess
Nice video! I myself purchased the 43x. I shot 100 rounds through it and it gave me a knarly blister on my trigger finger. First time that has happened with any pistol. I ordered an Apex trigger shoe for it. Hopefully it makes a difference.
I started shooting on the Kahr double action and kept it for 8 years, then shot single action revolver reproductions for 2 years. Compared to those experiences, the Glock 48 trigger is just fantastic.
I just got the 48 and I love it more than my shield... the shield is easier to carry but this shoots so much better in every way
Pre-ignition push. Dry fire it for 15 min at home before you go to the range
Need to work on that flinch!
I think he has an issue because he shakes when he's just talking too.
@@mdmonroe82 ikr it's weird
I handled both at my local shop, the 48 felt very top heavy to me, the 43X felt better balanced and has replaced my 43 as my everyday carry. Absolutely love my 43X!
awesome
Add loaded mag
I too have a 43x. I fund the 43 easier to conceal, but I definitely enjoy shooting my 43 x over the 43. I am considering picking up a G42 for summer carry.
@@navcop33 pick up the sig p365 for summer carry. It's a little bigger then the g42 but smaller than the g43. But it's a 10 rd 9mm. They had issues when they were first released but its fine now. (Im a glock guy)
@@stixxnstonerz3450too small of a grip
Just got mine with AmeriGlo 3-dot Tritium sights- love it. I like that I can mix and match the slides with my G43! If you already have a 43, the 48 is a very reasonable addition.
I just bought a G43x (Night Sight Version) - Shoots Great.....100 Rounds of Blazer Brass with no malfunctions and good tight group. Grip feels good and the lighter weight makes it nice for CCW.
Nice work at the range and good objective review. Glad to hear it's a keeper. Agree 100% on the feel, the 48 might be a slim 19 but feels completely different. The people who have never held one should reserve judgement until they do. Wishful thinking I know.
Reserve judgment until holding..... or dare I say.... shooting one.....??? Preposterous! The 48 might not be for the guy who only likes the guns he already owns. However, for those of us that actually conceal carry daily and have a few different options based on garment selection, this pistol fits a Goldilocks zone. For slim carry, capacity, and actually wanting to train with your slim carry option due to reduced recoil, this one is pretty much in a class of it’s own.
@@justice4053 Right on.
1776 the Glock 48 looks nice I went to the gun store today to make a purchase and I had to buy the Glock 19 MOS Gen 5 because I use a red. And going over the Glock 48 to me it's just too thin I prefer the thickness of the regular Glocks nice gun
I'm a brand new shooter. Picked up the 19, 48, and 42 recently. 43 was too snappy for me. Couldn't shoot it without a malfunction, due to limp wrist. Have the ameriglo spartan orange dot sights on them all. Really like the 19 and 48.
Picked up my Glock 48 a couple weeks ago and was pleasantly surprised. With some better sights it will do me just fin. Good vid
Reloading from the hot pot
It’s, funny. So many people dislike the stock Glock sights. But I actually kinda like them. I can shoot as well with them as any other sight, though I can understand the combat or competition issue. I guess it boils down to what one likes or needs depending on the intended use on the particular gun.
@@mikecrabtree8200 very true sir
Ordered the Glock 48 yesterday, my first Glock and my first 9mm. Looking forward to it, but of course have to go the range to try it out being a Canadian, lol.
I'm gonna get one once they come into Canada too. Didnt bother with the pre-order I'll just scoop one from wherever they wind up in stock
@@samdone2900Yeah, I'm still waiting. The reason I went with the pre order is cuz I missed out on the G19X precisely because I waited, now it's more expensive. I don't want to pay $800 after, when it's much less now.. I still want the G19X tho..
... I recently picked up a G48 (in all black) and consider this pistol as like the old S&W model 39, it was a single stack compact handgun with a four inch barrel in 9mm ...
EVERYBODY hates the sights like you hated the 19 sights and changed them. You changed the trigger too and will do it with this one too. I polished the trigger bar and face and did XS sights and I'm happy with it and you will be happy with yours too.
A humble small observation, at 0:22 and at 0:43 you are anticipating recoil and yanking the trigger. That's the reason you're shooting low. I humbly suggest some dry fire practice. Get those sights to sit exactly where you want as the trigger breaks, every single pull. Do a lot of dry fire until you can call your dry fire shot as the trigger breaks and you can do it without thinking about it. Smooth pressure until the trigger breaks, focus hard on the front sight, do not to bottom the trigger out at the back of travel. When you live fire ignore recoil, focus hard on front sight.
I observed the same thing and you are exactly correct. He is anticipating the discharge and pushing the front sight down slightly as it fires. Dry practice will help but ball and dummy drills will fix this problem much faster.
No worries you're probably right this was the first time shooting this particular handgun and honestly I'm not necessarily an expert at shooting single stacks or for that matter Compact and full-size guns LOL however as the day went on I felt a little bit more confident before I left the range
I put mine up for sale. It's a great carry gun and conceals great, but the recoil impulse is unnecessarily snappy for its full size. The grip angle is also worst than the other glocks I've shot/own imo. It's like a bigger snappy version of the g43. It takes a conscious effort for me to keep the front sight down which effects my consistent accuracy at speed.
Really ....it was completely the opposite I barely felt any difference between the 19 and the 48
Definitely an interesting analysis... sorry it didn't work out for yea, but to each their own...
@@1776orbust my 19 is my bed side pistol. I can go to work with that thing. It also points somewhat high but I can mitigate that with my support hand, not so much with the 48. The front sight disappears for a split second after every shot on the 48 then ends up pointing high. Just my experience though.
The stock sights blow
@@1776orbust I agree. They were immediately replaced with Dawson precision fiber optic sights and the trigger replaced by Apex. I like the reset better on the stock trigger but the apex is definitely an improvement overall.
Picked up the 43x.. absolutely love it.. is the 48 in my future because it was a hard decision.. plus I like that the mags are interchangeable and I believe the slides as well.
Thanks for the awesome video, I've been on the fence for the last week or two on a new carry weapon and this video sealed the deal for me on the 48! Liked and subscribed!
The addition of the Traction Grips I installed made a huge difference in handling. The silver finish isn’t very appealing to me and does get dirty quickly, my slide is out being Cerakoted now. I actually thought the factory trigger was much nicer on this gun than other new Glocks I’ve purchased, mine was shooting slightly high.
Glad you're liking it, I think this one is a great option.
me too
I bought the 43X with factory night sights and 48 with regular sights, and I love both of these pistols. They pair very well with the Fort Scott Munitions ammo. I agree on the trigger not being as smooth as the 19X.
I had a 43X and while an excellent gun the 48 was more appealing to me, I sold my 43X and got a 48 couldn't be happier. I feel I can shoot the 48 a tad better and for me it is a lot more comfortable for all day carry while been able to put effective rounds on target, smaller guns are harder to shoot that is a fact and there is no way around I knew that but in my case I can manage the 48 the best out of all I had in the past except for the G42.
I actually sold both of my 43x and 48 and went with the shield 2.0 Performance Center 4in shoot it better and I like the ability to go short grip or long grip
Man, that was a major statement. I don't see how the longer 48 can be more comfortable for all-day carry than the shorter 43x. That is THE deciding factor for me, and the reason I haven't been able to decide between the two. Can you say why it's more comfortable? (I'm picturing the end of the barrel poking me, with appendix carry.)
I purchased a 43X and at the end of a 120 round initial range visit, I was developing a blister on my finger tip. After replacing the trigger with an Apex, the problem is solved.
I have 1,000 rounds through my Glock 43X, replacing a Taurus PT 709 Slim which had 5,000 rounds. Love the greater accuracy of the 43X and the balanced feel in the hand. The only thing want to change is that trigger, as it just isn't comfortable when shooting a lot of rounds. I'm looking at the Apex Action Blue line, so glad to hear Apex works well for you.
A good gun for sure. Way easier to shoot than itty bitty 9s
100% agree
Apex trigger will make a world of difference you’ll love it great video.
Hm my Glock 48 which is a Black Slide Version I would argue is the best trigger out of my 2 19’s and my 43. I def thought it was a big Improvement but Who knows I usually shoot 3000-5000 rds before I feel that the trigger is at its best spot
I like both the 43X and 48. Waz lucky to get my 48 with the AmeriGlo sights installed. I think the G45 has a better trigger than the 48, maybe it's me. As far as the grip Talon grips on the way. Nice review.
Agreed!
The 48 has the same trigger as the Glock 42, 43, and 43x. All are terrible compared to any other Glock trigger. Not sure if it’s due to them basing this on a pocket pistol trigger or what. They definitely need to make some changes on these models. You can make it feel better with a Ghost Edge connector and spring kit. I use a 5lb striker spring with a reduced safety plunger along with the connector to get a better feeling trigger with a trigger pull of around 3 3/4lbs. If you want a heavier trigger pull leave the factory safety plunger in and it will be around 4 1/4lbs.
Yeah definitely you can tell the difference immediately
I might breakdown and get one in the spring to put into my summer rotation with my Shield. Nice, honest review, 17.
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Awesome video very well spoken and informative
I really wanted to Sig 365XL To succeed but after so many issues and watching others having the same issues purchased my Glock 48 problem solved
There are some who will swear by the P 365 XL but it's just not for me I actually went to the 48 first and now I've been extremely happy with the shield 2.0 4 inch
1776 or Bust I’ve had pistols all my life and just like everyone else I went with short barrels for EDC now these new guns are coming out with longer barrels and easier to conceal it’s a game changer! Longer barrels are in For concealment
@@Fight4freedom. which word makes the 2.0 shield in 4 in the perfect match
Applying common sense to the laws of physics. Awesome brother!
Mine came with Ameriglo sights from the factory. FYI.
Haven't shot it yet because I just got it. Looking forward to getting out to the range.
500 - 750 rounds, a 25 cent trigger job, and a little dremel (carefully) and sandpaper to that trigger shoe will really improve things - without having to spend anything extra.
I like how the new slim guns have no discernible creep in the trigger break. I wish they used the flat faced trigger. You maybe have been flinching a little or pre ignition push causing shoots to go low. I like dirty guns it means you use them and you are probably a bad ass with em lol
The sky in the beginning said it was a fantastic handgun that exceeded his expectations and then he spent most of video bashing it. I have this handgun and I love it.!!!!
The sky said no such thing
BTW just because I point out some dislikes such as trigger and sights doesn't make it a terrible firearm it's simply an objective view of things that I didn't like. Which btw was just the trigger safety and sights. You like the gun, great so do I.
I could relate to your experience with this model through your thoughts and conclusions. Five stars sir!
(I can relate to the “ridges on triggers”. I don’t like them.)
I have to say after popping in that Apex Trigger it has vastly improved the feel of it
Why do so many people complain about Glock sights, how many people buy a pistol and keep the stock sights, I personally don’t like 3 dot sights so it would piss me off if Glock decided to charge me $50 more for metal 3 dots I don’t like. Cheap plastic sights do work and are easy to change if and when you do.
Yes my
groups at first were Good But for the first time I grip it with my right hand dominant then wrap my left hand with index finger (never tried it before)wrapped around the trigger guard my groups got Fantastic! Best ever with a Glock of any kind. Check it out
Overwatch makes a great flat face polymer trigger on a stock trigger bar
Have one my my G48. Makes the trigger enjoyable
Caleb Becker how much of an improvement was the overwatch trigger on your G48? I have a 43X I am wanting to put an overwatch in, but I want to make sure it's worth the money. Did it lower the pull weight and clean it up nicely?
Awesome video and review but why is he shaking so bad in the beginning?
he is me and I have essential tremor
1776 or Bust Then your shot is quite impressive with that considered. Keep it up
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I’m running Agency Arms trigger/Ghost Connector and Trijicon HD sights from my Glock 43, works great!
I love my glocks... just picked up a g20 today...
Glockaholic! :)
@@ckim6400 yep they run
@@AlaskanBallistics You're right! I recommend Mobil 1 oil for your weather conditions :)
@@AlaskanBallistics Works on my pistols in the desert too! :)
@@ckim6400 nice
I dont like the empty hole on the bottom of barrell. Is there another recoil spring assembly you can use or an add on to fill the space? Please anyone??
that's to assist in changing the front sight
@@1776orbust thanks mate.
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Get the Apex trigger in the 48 and you will be good to go thanks for the review!
Look at the picture I already did but I wanted to shoot it without
@@1776orbust I got to get a apex trigger in mine.
@@keithgregory7937 You have one in your 48 already? Cool.
1776 or Bust Great review. Did the Apex make much of an improvement or do I have to wait in suspense for the video? 😆
Nice review as always do what works for you....Good stuff.....
ttlhanks Scott
Why is your slide not locking back on last round with the either the 48 @ 0:19 and also your 19 @ 0:38 ?????? That should not be happening.
my big ass thumb causes it
Been watching a lot of these videos. Wanting to update my ccw. Still going to have to feel the g19 vs 48 but it does look more comfortable to conceal.
Why was the slide not locking back?
my thumb
In Glock we trust. That being said i usally get tru glow sites. A new mag release, and depending which way the wind is blowing. A 3.5 lb trigger. Other than that i really like the reliability of the Glock. It would be nice to get a new Glock from the factory that already come with the trigger like a cz p10c, or some nice sights glow in the dark what ever just not those nasty Glock sights. Also a bad ass mag release with a nipple on it. But lets be real. They are making money on all this other crap you buy to make the gun a little better. Oh did i mention some stippling or something for a little extra grip. ? Anyway thanks for sharing.
I agree great gun I really like mine im 300 rnds in with standard and +P ammo. Its a keeper for sure the trigger is fine for me.
I'm a damn trigger snob😁
@@1776orbust Nah! Its cool to each their own. Make it how you like it thats the fun in this 👍
Where would be a good place to find different sites and triggers?
ebay... apex... ameriglo
AWSOME 76 ... You are Deffenitly a Glock Fanboy Again 😁 👍👍 Have a Blessed Sunday evening and hopefully I see on the Mid Week Chat
yes I am
@@1776orbust just teasing you 76 . I know you love your M&P's , your CZ's and your Walthers !!! I'm love them All like you , but Glocks for myself are just very Solid , very Reliable and very Simple Fireams that just work . Are they the most comfortable neck No , there a Box , do they have Great Triggers Neck No , but For me they just do Everything well across the Board and For me , there the Most Reliable Handgun out of the Box that I would Trust my life and my Families Life With !!! I love Many Brands and Makes of Handguns , but they Work and Run Very well and for me that's All that Matters . Have a great week 76 and Awsome review , Glad you like it and was able to get your hands on One . Enjoy Sir , See you on the Mid week Chat
I have short fat hands for a guy and have always felt double stack Glocks were uncomfortably large in my hand so as I watch these reviews of the 48 that it may be the Glock for me. Do you have a original G43 because if you do you have everything you need to make a 43x. I tried the 43 but as fat as my hands are it makes it very difficult to get a 3 finger grip on the pistol so if the 48 is similarly profiled as far as grip depth and girth I'm in. Thanks for the details appreciate it.
76 r u sure it's the guide rod and not the trigger bar? Did u try pulling the trigger out in the cocked position and putting the slide on?
I love this gun. But mine came with the tritium night sights so I can't relate to the ones on yours lol
Can these mags fit in glock 43?
no only 43x
The 48 mag only works with the 43x, not the 43.
The 43 is a true single stack where the 43x/48 is more like a stack and a half, so the mags are wider.
In my opinion I think Glock came out with 43X and 48 for restricted magazine capacity states or country. I would rather get the G19 or G26 and have the flexibility of interchangeable magazine.
Very true but you can also get the 48 and the 43 x and have the same interchangeability of magazines
So heard another sell point for this design could be the Canada regulations as well.
dexter122181 negative. Canada doesn't allow their citizens to conceal and carry
Canada what's that LOL
I had the exact same issue. All my shots where low and left from where I was aiming. #usererror
I am of the opinion if you have a Glock 19 you have no real reason to buy a Glock 48, on the other hand if you want a 43X by all means it is well worth the investment for the size reduction. But if you’re just going from a 19 to a 48 that seems kind of silly since all you’re doing is losing capacity for a tiny bit of weight and width savings. That’s just my opinions please don’t hate me for having one.
It needs a Ghost Connector
Why are your hand shaking?
For my hands G48 needs a set of back straps like G19
Yeah unfortunately I can see if you have really needy hands it could definitely bite it a little bit
Great review, I was expecting you to be the first to do a video disliking this model considering your commentary in other videos leading up to this one. I definately like it better than the 43X. I'm sure that Apex trigger is going to be a nice improvement on perfection. The only dislike I have is the slide finish, nothing Cerakote cant fix though. 👍
Definitely was on the fence but it is a nice shooter
This is glocks version of a 1911. a GLOCK 1911.. Glock is a perfectly designed safe, accurate, efficient, effective, reliable and consistent for combat self defense situations and circumstances. IT IS NOT A PRETTY, FUN, TARGET, COMPETITION GUN!!!!! : / And the triggers are made multi faceted for comabt situations! Maybe someone in a stressed combat self defense situation heed trigger control so they dont unintentionally shoot someone if they dont want to. OR any number of stressed life or death situations in that moment! SO keep this in mind.. If you a perfect self defense tool in a hangun? GLOCK IS THE BEST CHOICE TO DATE FOR THAT USE... FOR ANYTHING ELSE??? CHOOSE ANOTHER GUN!!!
Low to the left that's you, not the gun
Thanks
Johnny glock trigger shoe 22$ 25 cent trigger job. Night sights 109$.
What's next name is the range you use
You're shooting low because you are anticipating the shot and dipping the gun. Look at how much you flinch when you don't know the gun is empty. You rock the gun quite a bit when pulling the trigger. The gun shouldn't move when you pull the trigger.
Whatever floats your boat bro.....
boat is floating
Im willing to bet nobody in history of this country has fired 300 rounds throu their pistol in a "self defence situation" LMFAO
A good ‘shooter’ ????
It’s your flinch from hell...
It’s ALL you
You need to dryfire a ton!
It’ll come with practice
Be safe and be aware
God bless
yes I agree however what you saw was the beginning of my day...and at least I'm honest enough to show it...I definitely need more time with it
By the time you are done with changing everything you don't like and getting used to what you can't you might as well buy another gun like the 365xl or a sw or a revolver haha
*NOTE:* The Glock 43X outsells the Glock 48 three to one (3 to 1).
There a three G43X sold to every one G48. This shows which is more popular, a least for CCW.
Note: reference Lenny Magill.
With the new 15 round mag I think the G48 will take sales from the G19.
Man how much of a loser are you? You just copypasta this in every glock 48 video?
@@HikerJohn316 The trouble with the G48 is that the G43X out sells it 3 to 1.
For every one (1) Glock 48 sold, three (3) Glock 43X are sold (according to Lenny McGill).
What most people do if the want a Glock carry gun they get the Glock 43/G43X.
If the people want a compact Pistol the size of the G48 they just buy the G19 cause it carries more bullets.
NOTE:
The top CCW firearms in the USA are (through sells only) - in no order:
The S&W M&P Shield
The Glock 43/43X
The SIG P365
@@markblanc5993 How can one be a copy cat or as you say a _"copy pasta"_ if they are posting
their own researched facts to many places, for everyone to read.
Besides that why does it even matter. I don't get it. Are you high brother?
I shoot a G19 better one handed than two handed. Not sure why.
Here is a true statement (opinion): *The Glock 48 is a Glock that has the weirdest place in CCW & the self-defense world.*
Here is why:
- It is similar to the Glock 19 - why not get the more capable G19, with less recoil, & five (5) more bullets?
- it is outsold by the Glock 43X 3 to 1. For every (1) Glock 48 sold three (3) Glock 43X's are sold.
- It is the same pistol as a G43X. The only difference is about 3/4 inch slide & slightly longer barrel.
*Question*
For CCW & self-defense when you have the better for CCW - Glock 43X and better for OWB hip carry or home deference - Glock 19:
why get the Glock 48 i.e. the odd gun?
For me the Glock 43X makes more sense. How about you?
*Note:* the trigger on all my past Glocks were pretty good as they work and I could shoot fast with them.
But then to me when "gun" folks talk about a striker-fired gun trigger, I think *they are being way too picky.*
In my entire 56 years on earth, for the military 1911 to my only one (1) gun I use today (I only need one gun):
there has been only one bad trigger on a gun I bought. This gun had a terribly long, long, long trigger was the CZ P100.
It was a bad trigger for self-defense.
*Second Note:* Come on *1776 or Bust* again with the sights?!? Bro. Glock's standard polymer sights are *temporary sights*
to get you up & running until you replace them with your favorite sights, usually for most people night sights.
You should know this by now. Glocks are a *cheaper to buy with there "plastic"* sights and that makes it easier
on the wallet so you can get the sights you like & are best for your needs.
These polymer Glock sights are a plus not a minus.
the 48 has a longer sight radius due to the longer slide so that may have some inherent benefits and advantages. In regards to the difference between this and the 19 again some people's hands will not fit correctly on the 19 due to its blockiness so this may be an advantage for that person as well who would like a pseudo full size gun versus a full size grip with a short slide
On a second note in regards to the site in the video I stated that you don't need to change the sights however I think that Glock should at least make their standard sights made of steel as opposed to plastic as most manufacturers have gone that way. And yes I agree that that is why I bought one with the standard sight so that I can upgrade to the ones that I prefer.
@@1776orbust Bro, my consumer comment(s) are directed at *everyone* reading &
I have made a few videos on guns & general shooting under another user name. Although this doesn't really matter, right.
OK, response to your earlier comments above - my answers in *BOLD:*
COMMENTS
"the 48 has a longer sight radius due to the longer slide so that may have some inherent benefits and advantages."
*A difference of about 3/4 inch slide & slightly longer barrel is, I'm guesting here, not going to mean much*
*in an actual CCW incident for which the G42, G43, 43X, & 48 are designed for.*
*In CCW effectively smaller is the goal of concealability i.e. G43X is better,**
*in outside the waistband carry that is not a big consideration hence the G19 win there.*
HANDS
"...the 19 again some people's hands will not fit correctly on the 19 due to its blockiness so
this may be an advantage for that person."
*This is the only thing the Glock 48 is better at over a G19: for folks who have small hands* (Rubio, be quiet please)
*and want a Glock 19 size gun.* *That is about 10 people in my state. So it is a rare thing especially since those*
"inherent benefits and advantages" *are so small they are hard to even see between the better (IMO) Glock 43X.*
SIGHTS
"I think that Glock should at least make their standard sights made of steel as opposed to plastic as most manufacturers have gone that way. And yes I agree that that is why I bought one with the standard sight so that I can upgrade to the ones that I prefer."
*Glock does not agree with your 1st sentence here* 1776 or Bust. *They have been around for over 30 years putting temporary but useful sights on all their pistols. And they have heard for about 30 years people (usually the competition) complaining about how bad their "plastic" sights are. Only recently has Glock tried to answer these complains with options from the factory of Glock night sights and Ameriglo sights.*
*Note:* These guns are more expensive than the standard polymer Glock sighted weapons. Which brings us full circle back to the reason Glock puts temporary sights on their pistols and why folks *not hip to it* think those are the sights Glock wants you to actually use in real life self-defense.
WRAP UP
If we let folks decide which new Glock works best for their CCW purposes, the people would & are saying:
*"For every (1) Glock 48 sold three (3) Glock 43X's are sold."* (said by Lenny Mcgill - The Glock Store)
EDITED - to correct spelling.
@@sweetcostarica8714 I try to keep this short in regards to the concealability the grip is the exact same length of both handguns so will it conceal better than the 48 I highly doubt that since really the concealability factor deals more with the grip than anything else
In regards to which one is selling more again it's not necessarily about what I think or what you think it's about the individual purchaser of the handgun everyone will have their preference for me it happens to be the 48. And while I don't have the actual statistics on which one is selling more I'll take your word for the fact that the 43 x would be selling more than the 48. In regards to the issue with the Glock 19 while there may only be 10 people in your state I guarantee you there's many more people out there that have always shied away from Glock due to the ergonomics of the handgun this allows people who have shied away from Glock to now enter the Glock world
@@1776orbust You said, "And while I don't have the actual statistics on which one is selling more I'll take your word for the fact that the 43 x would be selling more than the 48."
No problems. Please write Lenny Mcgill of the Glock store he said "For every (1) Glock 48 sold three (3) Glock 43X's are sold."
*Heads up:* also, others have said things ling the Glock 43 & 43X are now Glocks No.1 best sellers.
YOUR WORDS
You also said, "In regards to the issue with the Glock 19 while there may only be 10 people in your state I guarantee you there's many more people out there that have always shied away from Glock due to the ergonomics of the handgun this allows people who have shied away from Glock to now enter the Glock world"
I agree there are a few people who don't like and some that actually need to have there Glock's handle altered to fit their wee hands.
I work with a very small woman that had her Forestry Service Glock 19 shaved down to fit her child sized hands. For the most part the Glock 43X is the better gun for them as said there is little if any need for the Glock 48's extra 3/4 inch side and about a 1/2 inch longer barrel for CCW. CCW is what these gun are targeted at right.
SIDE BY SIDE
Here is the reason I think the Glock 43X easily beats the Glock 48:
The G43X for CCW is *more comfortable for sitting, is lighter, is quicker to deploy, points faster, it is better*
for me & you.
The compromises between the G43X and the G48 for CCW are barely if even experienced:
- at the 0 to 15 yards self defense distances the accuracy difference is not too different unless you use a *magnifying glass*
- the effectiveness of the velocity of a bullet out of a 4 inch barrel compared to a 3.4 inch barrel are also not measurable enough to make a difference.
- the sight length argument is also not a real factor for CCW between the G26, G43, G43X, & G48. Only a difference with
the bad marksman. As if you practice enough at 7 to 10 yards you will be grouping fist sized groups easily.
- All modern hollow point (HP) bullets will perform out of a 3", 4", 5" etc. barrel properly. The difference in how big the HP expands does not matter if you are targeting the "deadly triangle" which is the head and two nipples on the human torso.
REMEMBER: The power of your weak handgun caliber is in shot placement.
BEING REAL
*1776 or Bust* said, "In regards to which one is selling more again it's not necessarily about what I think or what you think it's about the individual purchaser of the handgun everyone will have their preference for me it happens to be the 48."
Regarding this statement *(in my opinion):*
The main and only reason, not benefit, not advantage to buy the G48 over the G43, G43X, G26 or even the G36 for CCW is for the
"my gun is almost one (1) inch bigger than yours" mentality. That is the only tangible difference between these guns that effects anything i.e. the shooters *ego* is the only true difference in this type of comparison.
Sorry, that is the truth of the matter.
So at the end of your lengthy retort you basically say that's it's an ego issue ....not for me it's my preference to carry the 48 and not the 43x I could care less what you carry or how small your gun is. It boils down to my preference which doesn't have to subscribe to your preferences or your facts. If anyone wants to follow along with what works for you as a gun owner then that's great for them but I choose what works best for me...thanks for the conversation.
Admittedly I prefer the 43x, but the 48 is a great gun too.
I'm still undecided on the 43 x but I'll Never Say Never
You're hands are really shakey. RELAX! It's supposed to be fun!
ummm that's because I have essential tremor.....but I still have fun
You look like you where shaking badly brother hope your alright
Why shoot so far away with a pistol ? Any threat will be within 15 feet
if you can connect at 25 yards you can connect at 15 feet. Practice at many distances. Six years in the Army we trained at distances from up close, to 300 meters.
Omg if one more person complains about Glock sights I’m gonna automatically dislike the video. I’m so over it . My 43X came with ameriglow sights or Glock night , or stock sights FROM THE FACTORY! Glock definitely listened . Why can’t u hear it ?’ Lol Decent review otherwise.
I'm sure I mentioned that is an option but I prefer to go with stock so I can pick my preference
maybe I didn't but as I said you don't need to change them out I just wish they consider using metal stock sites supposed to the plastic ones
1776 or Bust - Nope all u did was complain about them and even went so far to say that u wish Glock would go with all metal sights . No mention that they are already doing that and that YOU chose this particular model with those sights . All good . Everyone had an opinion. I just get tired of hearing that one . Glock has obviously listened . My last 3 Glocks came with night sights from the factory. With the G43X they actually had 4 different sight options.
I understand what you're saying however what I'm trying to say is stock sites that are not amerigo. Move away from plastic for steel and again maybe just go 3 dot So that more people would be apt to keep them as is. And yes ameriglo is producing them for Glock now with a small upcharge reason why I went with the stocks was because I knew I was going to switch them out anyway to my preference which is the idot pros
The *Glock 19* is easily Glocks most popular model by sells in all it types.
*Of NOTE:* The *Glock 43X* outsells the Glock 48 three to one (3 to 1).
There a three *G43X* sold to every one G48. This shows which is more popular for CCW.
Note: G43X* reference is from Lenny Magill.
It still does not mean the 43X is any better pistol than the G48. They ARE both Glocks!!!
@thomaspalmer7900 Not talking about _better._
This is about the Glock 43X being more *_popular_* and therefore more importantly more suitable for concealed carry 👌.
Think, brother.
The G48 is still better than the 43x
@josephpepe2607 Explain *Joe,* please, as the data and facts do not agree with your statement 🙄
Your comment above sounds like something "Joe" Biden would say (imo).
Great video. But your hands shake so bad.
Oh well, can't help that
Yah make me laugh u buy a glock 4 $500 plus in Chgo way over $600 with all da anti gun taxes then u put on sights and a trigger! Da gun shoots great without any aftermarket parts. Might as well get another gun..... Dam followers... I shoot da same groupings same organ shots yah hit without the switching. Please just buy another gun if yah have 2 change a piece so much.
We all do what we want with our own property I'm not really looking for your approval. Sights and a trigger shoe are preference not mandatory.
Glocks are garbage
tribe of Benjamin
Why do you say that Glocks are garbage?
I am looking to buy a G19 or G48.
Thanks.
Looks good fella, Carry on!!! 🦅🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸
It worked out very well