That's quite a compliment coming from you my friendListen to this guy!
He is the guy Ive trusted for YEARS when it comes to GLOCKs
Wish you were closer, I would get you behind two or three possibilities so you could make an informed decision. I think you will find very little footprint difference between the 43 with the extension and a 43x.I originally considered the 43X, but I think (?) the smaller footprint of the 43 is what I value. With the pinky extension mag, the 43 feels pretty good.
This is actually one of the things that attracted me to the J frame. That, and the aluminum frame. I think it would be a nice size and weight for me. I'm pretty small but my hands are on the bigger side. Or at least my fingers are long. So while the G43 does feel good with the pinky extension, I imagine the 642 might fit my hand better. When it comes down to it, I'll have to compare both side by side.As a smaller framed individual you may actually find that a J frame in the right holsters i.e. Phlster city special, or something similar will conceal better(print less) than a semi auto of similar size just due to the shape of the grip. (this has been my experience)
I will consider it again! I'll try to shoot all 3 in one day, if I can. I should give the 43X a fair shot too.I think you will find very little footprint difference between the 43 with the extension and a 43x.
Both my heart and my head agree with you completely. However, as you know most people don't care too much about getting good or even what the best tool for the job is. As much as I hate cliche sayings, the gun you have with you is better than the one you leave at home.I wouldn't recommend either if these two tiny guns for a new shooter. Both are difficult to maintain a solid grip to the unseasoned shooter.
Just shoot a magazine or cylinder and see how many times you'll reposition your grip. You don't want that. Besides slowing you down, it makes for poor accuracy, knowing the gun will be jumping around beyond your control.
Nothing wrong with these guns for the seasoned shooter. I personally would never choose the revolver, when the alternative is so much better.
I would get a Gen5 Glock 19 (MOS is a better investment.) Learn how to shoot the most popular pistol in America well first. You can specialize later, if you choose.
I don't know what the assumption is, but to be clear, I plan to practice regularly with whichever I choose to go with. But I'm not going to let the fact that they're smaller than a Glock 19 deter me from carrying them. The 19 is great. But that particular gun, IMO, would be absurd for me to carry. I like to keep things minimal, slim, out of the way, etc. I'm just trying to carry something comfortable.However, as you know most people don't care too much about getting good or even what the best tool for the job is.
Yep, I didn't mean anything disparaging about you. I was just responding to the post I quoted in general terms.I don't know what the assumption is, but to be clear, I plan to practice regularly with whichever I choose to go with. But I'm not going to let the fact that they're smaller than a Glock 19 deter me from carrying them. The 19 is great. But that particular gun, IMO, would be absurd for me to carry. I like to keep things minimal, slim, out of the way, etc. I'm just trying to carry something comfortable.