I really liked shooting my friend G43 and set out to buy on but then I saw a G42 next to it. The G42 is much smaller. It’s a .38 cal. Does anyone have experience with? The G42 I cost much less and tomorrow I can buy any gun for 20% off on base.
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1st glock 42 is a 380 acp the 43 is 9mm. 42 is smaller & lighter & thinner. If it fits your hand, if you can shoot it. I don’t really know much about glocks, they work, good enough for some folks. Guess you might want to look into it a little more
If you want a small .380, you can get a smaller one than the G42. Normally, I’d say rent one and try if it reliably eats a couple of different types of defensive and range ammo. But with the .380 shortage, this may be a problem.
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I think I’m going to get the G43 because I’ve fired it and fell in love with it. I’ve fired my son’s M&P Shield and it wasn’t as impressive to me. The G43x just defeats the point of looking for this size gun. Besides it would cost $424 and ammo is easier to come by.
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IMO, when it comes to getting something you know you want vs something you think you want, I’d get the former.
Personally, I fired the G43 and Airweight at the range, and came home with a CM9 (yes, I’m one of the few people that prefer the Kahrs). For me, that sized 9mm has killed any desire to pick up a 380… although I would love to get an old government model Colt Mustang one of these days, just because.
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I agree with @Enzo_T. I find 9 mm ammo every week. I cannot find .380 at all and stupid me didn’t realize this before I bought my .380
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I’m finding 9 mm blazers for 15 a box
@Justin47
Where are you finding ammo for that price?
Not to add any confusion. I’ve owned both a 43 and 42. If you’re looking for something in that size the sig p365 is a very comparable firearm but has a much higher capacity. If you have the ability to fire one before you purchase I would highly recommend it.
That being said I enjoyed my Glock 43. It was very light and comfortable to conceal. You won’t be disappointed
Now I’m thinking about getting both.
@KillJoy, every Monday at Rural King. As soon as they open the doors at 7 am. Then you have Wednesday at dunham’s at 10 am.
This is always the best answer 
The G42 is a large .380. If concealment is the main concern, there are smaller 380s.
The G43, if you can manage the small grip is a nice shooter, not much larger than the G42 but the 9mm (IMO) offers a significant upgrade.
As @Sheepdog556 mentioned, the Sig P365 (and the Springfield Hellcat) are very nearly the same size as the G43, but offer noticeably more capacity, and many people find the grip a little easier to handle.
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I bought the 43. Will be thinking about the 42.
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Shoulda got an M&P 
