At a Glance:

Most Glock owners agree that one of the single best upgrades for any Glock are the sights. Well, Ameriglo’s night sights have proven to be a tremendous upgrade for my Glock 43. When shooting in no/low light situations, night sights are a MUST. Ameriglo’s night sights will help you place rounds on target much faster with your Glock 42/43, which could potentially save your life in a hostile situation. These sights are made with high quality Swiss-made tritium vials in the rear and front sights, which also feature white rings around them for quick target acquisition during the day time. These sights are priced under $90, which is significantly cheaper than Trijicon’s sights. In my opinion, Ameriglo has proven to be synonymous with high quality night sights that are budget friendly.

Pros:

• Get on Target in No/Low Light situations
• Quicker Target acquisition during the day time
• 3 Dot Night Sight Set
• High quality Swiss-made tritium vials
• Budget friendly
• Made in the USA

Cons:

None

Final Thoughts:

Night sights are a must have for your EDC pistol. Fortunately Ameriglo’s night sights are very high quality and not too pricey. The tritium vials shines bright, they’re machined from U.S. Steel, and they’re also assembled here in the U.S.A. Grab a pair of Ameriglo Night Sights and give your Glock 42/43 a big time upgrade.

At a Glance:

Pros:

• Made from a heavy duty polymer
• Multi-Caliber Speed Loader
• Very ergonomic finger grip on speed loader for faster magazine loading

Cons:

Final Thoughts:

Although the Springfield Armory Mag Loader works great with their pistols, it lacks the versatility of working with others. If you’re interested in a mag loader strictly for your Springfield, then this is a great option. On the other hand, if you don’t mind spending an additional fifteen dollars for a universal pistol mag loader, then the Maglula UpLULA is an even better option. Check out the blog that we did on the Maglula UpLULA. 

At a Glance:

The Spyderco Paramilitary 2 is a great overall edc knife. This knife sports a quality blade (made of CPM S30V steel), which retains a very sharp edge. This knife also features jimping where your index finger and thumb grips the knife; making the knife perfect for everyday tasks, and those tasks that can be a bit grueling. This knife also sports a sizable lanyard hold, which gives you plenty of options when it comes to the type of cordage you want to run through your lanyard hole. In terms of overall length (8.3 inches), as compared to its weight (3.75 oz.), this knife is fairly light. Also worth noting is the knife’s reversible pocket clip, which gives you the option to carry tip up/tip down based on your preferences.

Pros:

• Jimping in Key Spots
• Reversible Pocket Clip
• Deep Carry Clip
• Great Blade Steel (CPM S30V)
• Great Overall Length-to-Weight ratio
• Made in the USA

Cons:

None

Final Thoughts:

The Spyderco Paramilitary 2 is an outstanding everyday carry knife. It has a wonderful overall length-to-weight ratio. The knife also sports a deep carry reversible pocket clip that allows the owner to setup the knife for left handed or right handed use. This knife is made in the USA, and comes in at a very reasonable price considering the quality and features of this knife.

At a Glance:

Uncle Mike’s Pocket Holsters are a comfortable and convenient method for conceal carrying your pistol. These holsters are made of soft materials, and features an integrated band that retains the holster in your pocket when you draw from concealment. This holster was thoughtfully designed so that your gun rides upright for a clean and consistent draw every time. 

Pros:

• Reasonable Price
• Prevents pocket lint & other objects from obstructing the barrel during pocket carry
• Ambidextrous
• Nonslip Band
• Protects/Covers Trigger
• Laminate finish reduces pocket printing and blocks sweat

Cons:

None

Final Thoughts:

Uncle Mike’s Pocket Holster is well worth the cost. Its minimalist design will conceal your handgun in your pocket and keep perspiration off your firearm. For the price, you simply can’t beat this holster. It’s reasonably priced, it’s thoughtfully designed, and it works great as a pocket holster.  

At a Glance:

The North American Arms (NAA) .22 long rifle (LR) revolver is an excellent pistol renowned for its compact form factor and portability. I’ve owned this pistol for over 25 years firing about 1000 rounds through it, and this revolver continues to perform like a champ. This particular variant of NAA pistol measures out at: 4” (length) x 7/8” (width) x 2 3/8” (height), and weighs in at 4.6 ounces. North American Arms makes several variants of this pistol, capable of firing many of the various .22 caliber rounds. These American made pistols are very high quality, and come with a lifetime guarantee.

Pros:

• 5 Shot Capacity
• Very small/portable
• Lightweight
• Great variety of accessories for this pistol
• Lifetime Guarantee

Cons:

None

Final Thoughts:

Overall, this pistol is a very high quality and very portable. The fact that it comes with a lifetime warranty is also a great bonus. Although it’s small, remember the best carry pistol is the pistol that you have when you need it. Get yours HERE.

At a Glance:

The Strike Industries EMP +2 Magazine Extension is a great upgrade for your Glock 43 pistol. After the installation of this magazine extension you’ll have a 8 + 1 capacity in your firearm.With this upgrade Glock 43 owners should experience smoother magazine reloads due to it’s low drag/no snag design. Strike Industries not only designed a very functional magazine extension that allows users to gather a full grip on their Glock 43, but it also provides users with a very aesthetically pleasing look. For $13 this upgrade seems like a no-brainer! 

Pros:

• 2 Additional Rounds
• Available in multiple colors
• Made in the USA
• Great texturing for better grip
• Full size grip
• Flows extremely well with Glock 43’s design

Cons:

None

Final Thoughts:

The Strike Industries EMP +2  Magazine Extension is a great addition for all Glock 43 owners. This magazine extension will provide users with 2 additional rounds, which may certainly prove to be life-saving. In addition to two extra rounds, this extension allows users to gather a full grip/purchase on their Glock 43, which is especially useful for those of us with larger hands.  The EMP magazine extension is lightweight, dependable, and aesthetically pleasing, which makes it a very worthwhile upgrade for your Glock 43. Get yours HERE.

At a Glance:

The Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 380 is a great conceal carry pistol that I trust with my life. It’s perfect for days that require me to carry a pistol that’s more concealable than something such as my Glock 43. When you pair the Bodyguard 380 with Hornady Critical Defense 380 ammo it packs a real defensive punch. There’s a decent variety of aftermarket accessories to customize the Bodyguard to suit your defensive needs too, which is a nice benefit. The Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 380 is proudly made in America! 

Pros:

• Crimson Trace Laser
• Made in the USA
• 6+1 rounds
• Finger extension magazine ships with the pistol
• Adjustable sights
• Second strike capability due to the pistol being hammer fired
• Lifetime Warranty on Pistol

Cons:

• Takedown process for deep cleaning of the pistol
• Does not ship with night sights

Final Thoughts:

For the price, size, and weight of this pistol, the Bodyguard 380 is an amazing CCW option. Several of my LEO friends carry the Bodyguard as a backup to their duty weapon. The Bodyguard 380 provides its operator with second strike capabilities in the event of a light primer strike, which makes this pistol all the more reliable.  This pistol is covered by Smith & Wesson for life, and they have wonderful customer service, so you’ll never have to worry about warranty coverage.