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Glock or Smith?

Basically everyone I know IRL carries a Shield Plus, meaning I’ve shot them way more than you’d expect for someone who doesn't care for polymer striker guns. While I don’t have any experience specifically with the Glock 43X, the Shield Plus’ trigger is miles better than any other Glock I’ve ever tried. I think a good trigger is critical in a small pistol because they are already hard enough to shoot well.

I keep trying to replace my 4" Shield Plus but the form factor and how well it shoots for a gun that size has made it hard. I've played sports with it. I've taken naps with it. It is the type of gun that fits the conceal carry role so very well.
 
I keep trying to replace my 4" Shield Plus but the form factor and how well it shoots for a gun that size has made it hard. I've played sports with it. I've taken naps with it. It is the type of gun that fits the conceal carry role so very well.
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