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Posted: 6/26/2018 10:40:58 AM EDT

So I have Taran +2's for my G42 and love them. I'm leaning that way for my new G43, but I'd like to know what other options exist that don't require cutting the tabs on the factory mags to install the mag extensions?

I've already seen a lot of other brands and offerings and have nothing against any of them, but in a lot of the install videos, the guys mention cutting the tabs and I'd prefer to avoid that if possible.

Posted: 6/26/2018 10:52:07 AM EDT

[#1]

I got the Vickers extensions. They installed in 30 seconds and have been working well.

Posted: 6/26/2018 5:43:38 PM EDT

[#2]

I picked up some of the +2 extensions from Strike Industries. Love em.

Posted: 6/27/2018 12:52:20 AM EDT

[#3]

Ehh fuck it, I just went with Tarans in Green to go with an OD holster I just ordered. Got a pair of +3's to add to my factory mags and got 3x complete mags with +2's. I like having options

Posted: 6/27/2018 3:47:56 AM EDT

[#4]

You don't have to cut the tabs off the mags for the Taran extensions. I have the +1s on G43 mags and didn't modify the mags at all to get them on.

Posted: 6/27/2018 8:33:42 AM EDT

[#5]

as Russell commented, my TT +2s went on my G43 mags without any modification

Posted: 6/27/2018 9:18:51 AM EDT

[#6]

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I got the Vickers extensions. They installed in 30 seconds and have been working well.

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Me too almost all my mags wear these except two with Pearce +1s.

Posted: 6/27/2018 6:03:45 PM EDT

[#7]

I've got the vickers and the Hyve.... Had to cut tabs for the hyve's...

This is on a 42.

Posted: 6/28/2018 10:10:46 AM EDT

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You don't have to cut the tabs off the mags for the Taran extensions. I have the +1s on G43 mags and didn't modify the mags at all to get them on.

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This. I have two mags with Taran +2's and didn't cut the tabs.

Posted: 6/28/2018 7:00:12 PM EDT

[#9]

I have a handful of the Vickers +2 extensions for my 43 and they were tight to begin with, but with a little use they are all good to go now with no issues.

Posted: 6/28/2018 7:56:38 PM EDT

[#10]

Pearce +1s for my G43. They are just as reliable as their +1s for the G42. All of my G42 and G43 mags have these on them. They only add as much length as the Glock finger rest floor plate does.

Posted: 6/28/2018 9:08:07 PM EDT

[#11]

Vickers are my choice.

Posted: 6/29/2018 11:36:30 AM EDT

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Vickers are my choice.

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Vickers are +2s, right? How long do they make the assembled magazine?

Posted: 6/29/2018 12:11:32 PM EDT

[#13]

I'm using Cain Arms. They work well.

Posted: 6/29/2018 12:24:37 PM EDT

[#14]

I bought the Vickers +2, but the follower occasionally hangs up on something between the 7th and 8th round and won't allow the 8th round into the mag. I've taken the mag apart twice and tried to smooth out any flashing or rough spots, but it's still a problem.

Posted: 6/30/2018 12:41:49 AM EDT

[#15]

Just got my order from Taran. God are they pretty

Pics to follow, tomorrow as soon as I have some nice light to work with.

Posted: 7/1/2018 9:57:53 AM EDT

[#16]

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Pearce +1s for my G43. They are just as reliable as their +1s for the G42. All of my G42 and G43 mags have these on them. They only add as much length as the Glock finger rest floor plate does.

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My thoughts exactly.

Posted: 7/1/2018 10:25:16 AM EDT

[#17]

You don't have to cut the tabs but I put the thing on slightly crooked on one of my G43 mags and it never fit just right, boogered up the bottom lips of the mag. The stock mag plate fit back on OK though. Then I carefully put it on another mag with no issues

Posted: 7/1/2018 12:28:36 PM EDT

[#18]

Little late, had some stuff come up yesterday but got my pics. Very happy with how this project is turning out, so far

https://imgur.com/gallery/lsJ6Sso

Posted: 7/1/2018 6:04:55 PM EDT

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Vickers are +2s, right? How long do they make the assembled magazine?

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Give you a sense of scale. @GHPorter

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Posted: 7/1/2018 8:56:00 PM EDT

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Give you a sense of scale. @GHPorter
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That's only a bit longer than the Pearce +1s. I'm intrigued...

Posted: 7/2/2018 10:09:11 AM EDT

[#21]

I run a TTI +1 and +3 no issues on them and they just slide on the bottom no mods to the mag body.

Posted: 7/3/2018 10:45:01 AM EDT

[#22]

Tarans tear up the bottom of my mags. And if you ever want or need to clean your mags, more damage. My ex-Taran mags look like garbage on the bottom with torn, ripped, and gouged plastic.

The horrendous PITA or removing and re-installing the Tarans have made me move to the Vickers and Pearch.

Posted: 7/3/2018 1:17:32 PM EDT

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That's only a bit longer than the Pearce +1s. I'm intrigued...

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It fills the palm better too.

Posted: 7/3/2018 2:17:33 PM EDT

[#24]

I have vickers and had a hell of a time getting 8 rounds in one of them, they sent new springs which worked. the follower occasionally nose dives when you sling shot the slide as well. my tt+1 has been amazing.

Posted: 7/3/2018 3:09:34 PM EDT

[#25]

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I have vickers and had a hell of a time getting 8 rounds in one of them, they sent new springs which worked. the follower occasionally nose dives when you sling shot the slide as well. my tt+1 has been amazing.

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Only had that issue with 147 gr ammo. It also happened on all my mags.

Posted: 7/3/2018 3:13:51 PM EDT

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Only had that issue with 147 gr ammo. It also happened on all my mags.

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I believe this was 124 gr. for what its worth my 150s fit in there now.

Posted: 7/3/2018 4:59:31 PM EDT

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I believe this was 124 gr. for what its worth my 150s fit in there now.

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I have intermittent issues with 147 HST. No issues with 124 HST all my pistols I feed 147 except the 43. The 147 HST is slightly longer is what I suspect is the cause.

Posted: 7/4/2018 1:34:13 AM EDT

[#28]

Definitely a fan of the TT +2's.. Have 3 mags with them, yes I cut the tabs off the factory mags, but I don't really care as I have no intention of taking the extensions off as they give me a much better grip on the 43.

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Posted: 7/4/2018 6:14:09 AM EDT

[#29]

OK, I love the basepad!

And interesting to hear your guys reports of the 147's. I have about 3600 rds of 147gr HST's (standard pressure). Dont wanna have to buy 124s but I guess I have to be prepared for the possibility. Thanks for the feedback

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - G43 Mag Extension Question

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