What Glock is best for small hands?

The Glock 43 chambered in 9mm and Glock 42 chambered in . 380 are two of the best handguns for small hands. I'd recommend trying these two pistols with a regular magazine and with a magazine extension or pinky extender. The gun will come with a magazine or two, but won't always have the magazine/pinky extension.
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What is the best handgun for smaller hands?

Best Handguns for Small Hands
  • Sig Sauer P365. First up is the Sig Sauer P365… ...
  • Smith & Wesson M&P M2. ...
  • Springfield 1911 Enhanced Micro-Pistol. ...
  • Ruger GP100. ...
  • Ruger LCR. ...
  • HK VP9 SK.
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What is the smallest Glock list?

Glock 42. If you're looking for the lightest, most compact firearm Glock makes, look no further than the G42. Chambered in . 380 ACP, this gun is built with weight and concealability in mind.
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Which is smaller Glock 42 or 43?

The first thing you'll notice about the Glock 42 VS 43 is the size difference. Looking at the two pistols side by side, they have comparable dimensions, except the G43 is slightly wider (G43 1.06″ vs. G42 0.98″ Wide) and taller (G43 4.25″ vs. G42 4.13″ Tall) with magazines in place.
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Which 9mm Glock is the smallest?

The Glock 26 is affectionately known as the “baby Glock.” This 6.41-inch long sub-compact handgun is the smallest of Glock's 9mm models. And while it's a great concealed carry gun, the G26's small size makes the handgun difficult to handle for people with large hands.
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Top 8 Handguns for Small Hands



What Glock is best for beginners?

Again…if I had to recommend one beginner handgun…it'd be the Glock 19. Great for the range, your nightstand, and on your body for concealed carry. See these two, and other great Glocks, in our Best Glocks Guide.
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Is Glock 43 the best carry gun?

The Glock 43 is remarkably small and can fit in pockets (or a safe) nicely as well as ankle holsters and bags of all sorts. This pistol is the perfect size for really any kind of way you want to carry it, but it does have its limitations. The stock magazine doesn't hold much.
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Can you pocket carry a Glock 43?

The Glock 43 is an easily and comfortably carried pocket pistol (Glock Pocket).
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Is a Glock 42 enough for self-defense?

They were a handful for even the most experienced shooters. This makes them great for carrying, but it doesn't make them great in a self-defense situation.
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Is Glock 26 better than 43?

Let's just get what's obvious out of the way: the biggest difference between the Glock 26 and Glock 43 is the magazines, meaning the width of the guns. The Glock 26 has a staggered (double stack) magazine, and the Glock 43 does not. That makes the Glock 26 wider, but it also adds carrying capacity.
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Is a Glock 17 Good for concealed carry?

Initially, the Glock 17, wasn't seen as a concealed carry style weapon, but as holster technology has improved. The gun has become more popular for concealed carry. It is a very large gun. But it is still viable to carry the Glock 17 and the IWB, Appendix IWB, or OWB positions.
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What is the lightest Glock?

Glock's . 380 offering is also by far the lightest of the company's pistols. It weighs just 13.76 ounces unloaded, rivaling lightweight revolvers such as the Ruger LCR. The next heavier pistol in Glock's lineup is the 9-millimeter single stack Glock 43 that weighs seventeen ounces unloaded.
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Is Glock 45 Good for concealed carry?

Their pistols ride in more police duty holsters than any other competing brand. They are also a top choice of concealed permit holders who favor semi-autos.
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What is the most popular small handgun?

Top 10 Handguns for Concealed Carry
  1. SIG Sauer P365. Since its introduction on the market in 2018, the SIG Sauer P365 has won multiple awards, including the 2019 NRA Handgun of the Year award. ...
  2. Glock 43X. ...
  3. Glock 19. ...
  4. Ruger LCP II. ...
  5. Ruger LCR. ...
  6. Smith & Wesson M&P Shield M2. ...
  7. Smith & Wesson Model 340PD. ...
  8. Heckler & Koch P30SK.
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What is the smallest 9mm handgun?

88″ width and 12.7oz weight make the PF9 one of the smallest, lightest 9mm pistols on the market. Buy a +1 magazine extension and you'll get 9 rounds of firepower in this little package.
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Does a Glock 43 have a lot of recoil?

Given the size and barrel length, recoil is very well managed and muzzle flip is negligible (albeit greater than the 42's).
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Is Glock 43 good for self-defense?

The Glock 43 is one of the top options for self-defense.

One is that your carry weapon is light and easy to conceal and two, that your weapon has the firepower to save your life in a defensive scenario. Glock pistols are some of the most popular carry guns out there because they check both of those boxes.
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Is the Glock 43 worth it?

There's really nothing bad about the Glock 43, though. The gun is well-designed. There's nothing painful or hurtful about shooting it. It really is a great firearm as long as you don't penalize it for capacity or lack of a full grip.
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What is the difference between a Glock 43 and 43X?

These two Glocks share the same model number, but with that glaring 'X' difference. That 'X' means that the G43X is larger than the 43 because it has that elongated grip. While the G43 measures in at 4.25 inches in height, the G43X comes in at a taller 5.04 inches. This spells out more capacity and a longer grip.
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Which Glock is a single stack?

The Glock 43 is a new single stack subcompact slimline 9mm pistol designed to fit every lifestyle. As the most highly anticipated release in Glock's history, the G43 is the answer to your everyday concealed carry needs. The Glock 43 is ultra-concealable, accurate and perfect for all shooters, regardless of hand size.
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What's better Glock 43 or 19?

Glock 19 vs 43 Price/Value

That said, the Glock 43 is a lot less versatile than the Glock 19. The 19 can be used for carry, duty, home defense, and more while the 43 is really optimal for carrying concealed. If you're looking for a small gun, get the 43. If you want a larger gun, get the 19.
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Why is the Glock 43 so popular?

Overall, it's easy to see why the Glock 43 is one of the most popular CCW pistols. It's small, has decent capacity, great ergonomics, and is utterly reliable.
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What is the most concealable Glock?

The 7 Best Glocks For Concealed Carry
  • Glock 26. First on the list is kind of a no-brainer: the Glock 26. ...
  • Glock 19. ...
  • Glock 27. ...
  • Glock 23. ...
  • Glock 42. ...
  • Glock 43. ...
  • Glock 30.
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Whats better Glock 17 or 19?

If you're looking for a slightly larger ammunition capacity, you might want to go for the Glock 17, which offers you two extra rounds. But if the size is important to you, the Glock 19 is a better choice due to its half-inch smaller frame, which makes concealing it slightly easier.
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