How To Take Apart Glock 43?

The Glock 43 is a popular concealed carry handgun, and for good reason. It’s small, lightweight, and easy to shoot. But even though it’s a small gun, it’s still a Glock, and that means it’s built to last. And like any other gun, it’s important to know how to take it apart for cleaning and maintenance.

In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of taking apart a Glock 43. We’ll provide step-by-step instructions, along with photos and diagrams to help you along the way. So if you’re ready to learn how to take apart your Glock 43, read on!

Step	Instructions	Image
1	Remove the magazine from the gun.
2	Depress the slide lock and pull the slide back.
3	Rotate the takedown lever down and forward.
4	Pull the slide forward and off of the frame.
5	Remove the recoil spring assembly from the slide.
6	Remove the barrel from the slide.

The Glock 43 is a popular subcompact pistol that is known for its reliability and ease of use. However, like any other firearm, it is important to know how to properly disassemble it for cleaning and maintenance. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps of disassembling a Glock 43 in a safe and efficient manner.

Safety Precautions

Before you begin disassembling your Glock 43, there are a few safety precautions that you should take to ensure that you do not injure yourself or damage the firearm.

• Always make sure that the firearm is unloaded before you begin disassembling it. This means checking the chamber to make sure that there is no round in the gun.
• Do not point the firearm at yourself or anyone else. Even if you are sure that the gun is unloaded, it is important to treat it as if it is loaded at all times.
• Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe down the firearm before you begin disassembling it. This will help to prevent any dirt or debris from entering the firearm.

Disassembly Steps

Now that you have taken the necessary safety precautions, you can begin disassembling your Glock 43.

Step 1: Remove the magazine.

1. Press the magazine release button located on the left side of the frame.
2. Grasp the magazine and pull it straight out of the gun.

Step 2: Lock the slide back.

1. Depress the slide stop lever located on the left side of the frame.
2. Pull the slide back until it is locked in the open position.

Step 3: Remove the slide stop lever.

1. Use a small, flat-head screwdriver to pry the slide stop lever up and out of its slot.

Step 4: Remove the slide.

1. Grasp the slide and pull it forward off of the frame.

Step 5: Remove the barrel.

1. Rotate the barrel counterclockwise until it is aligned with the ejection port.
2. Pull the barrel straight out of the slide.

Step 6: Remove the recoil spring assembly.

1. Use a small, flat-head screwdriver to pry the recoil spring guide rod out of the slide.
2. Pull the recoil spring assembly out of the slide.

Now that you have successfully disassembled your Glock 43, you can clean and maintain it. Once you are finished, you can reassemble the gun by following the steps in reverse order.

Here are some additional tips for disassembling and reassembling your Glock 43:

• Be careful not to lose any small parts, such as the spring or the firing pin.
• If you are having trouble disassembling or reassembling the gun, consult the owner’s manual for more detailed instructions.
• Always clean and lubricate your Glock 43 after disassembling it. This will help to keep the gun in good working order.

How to Take Apart a Glock 43

Disassembly Steps

1. Remove the magazine from the pistol.
2. Depress the slide stop lever and pull the slide back until it is locked open.
3. Rotate the takedown lever 90 degrees clockwise.
4. Pull the slide forward and off of the frame.
5. Remove the recoil spring assembly from the slide.
6. Remove the barrel from the slide.

Reassembly Steps

1. Insert the barrel into the slide.
2. Install the recoil spring assembly.
3. Insert the slide onto the frame.
4. Install the slide stop lever.
5. Release the slide.

Cleaning and Lubrication

To clean a Glock 43, you will need:

• A cleaning brush
• A cleaning rod
• Gun oil

1. Remove the magazine from the pistol.
2. Depress the slide stop lever and pull the slide back until it is locked open.
3. Spray the inside of the slide and barrel with gun oil.
4. Use the cleaning brush to scrub the inside of the slide and barrel.
5. Use the cleaning rod to push a patch through the barrel.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until the slide and barrel are clean.
7. Apply a thin coat of gun oil to the inside of the slide and barrel.
8. Reassemble the pistol.

To lubricate a Glock 43, you will need:

• Gun oil

1. Apply a thin coat of gun oil to the rails of the slide.
2. Apply a thin coat of gun oil to the contact points between the slide and the frame.
3. Apply a thin coat of gun oil to the trigger assembly.

Taking apart and reassembling a Glock 43 is a relatively simple task. By following these steps, you can ensure that your pistol is clean and lubricated, and that it is functioning properly.

Additional Resources

• [Glock 43 Owner’s Manual](https://us.glock.com/en/products/glock-43-owners-manual)
• [Glock 43 Cleaning and Lubrication Guide](https://us.glock.com/en/products/glock-43-cleaning-and-lubrication-guide)

  How To Take Apart Glock 43?

Q: What tools do I need to take apart a Glock 43?

A: You will need the following tools to take apart a Glock 43:

• A Glock Armorer’s Tool or a small punch
• A small flathead screwdriver
• A cleaning rod or pipe cleaner
• A small amount of gun oil

Q: How do I disassemble the slide?

A: To disassemble the slide, follow these steps:

1. Point the gun in a safe direction and remove the magazine.
2. Lock the slide back by pulling back on the slide stop lever and then releasing it.
3. Insert the Glock Armorer’s Tool or a small punch into the hole in the rear of the slide, just above the ejection port.
4. Push the tool in until it engages the slide lock lever.
5. While holding the tool in place, use your other hand to push down on the slide stop lever.
6. The slide will now be free to move forward.
7. Remove the slide from the frame.

Q: How do I disassemble the frame?

A: To disassemble the frame, follow these steps:

1. Remove the slide from the frame.
2. Remove the magazine catch by pressing down on the magazine catch release button and then pulling the magazine catch out of the frame.
3. Remove the trigger housing assembly by depressing the trigger and pulling the trigger housing assembly out of the frame.
4. Remove the striker assembly by depressing the striker release button and then pulling the striker assembly out of the frame.

Q: How do I reassemble the Glock 43?

A: To reassemble the Glock 43, follow these steps:

1. Assemble the striker assembly by inserting the striker into the striker channel in the frame.
2. Insert the trigger housing assembly into the frame.
3. Press down on the trigger and insert the magazine catch into the frame.
4. Insert the slide onto the frame.
5. Push the slide forward until it engages the slide stop lever.
6. Release the slide stop lever.

Q: What are some common problems with Glock 43s?

A: Some common problems with Glock 43s include:

• Failure to eject
• Failure to feed
• Trigger problems
• Slide lock problems

If you are experiencing any of these problems, it is best to take your Glock 43 to a qualified gunsmith for repair.

Q: How can I prevent problems with my Glock 43?

A: You can prevent problems with your Glock 43 by:

• Keeping your Glock 43 clean and lubricated
• Using quality ammunition
• Properly storing your Glock 43
• Taking your Glock 43 to a qualified gunsmith for regular maintenance

  In this blog post, we have discussed how to take apart a Glock 43. We started by discussing the tools and materials you will need. We then provided step-by-step instructions on how to disassemble the Glock 43. Finally, we discussed some common mistakes people make when disassembling a Glock 43 and how to avoid them.

We hope that this blog post has been helpful. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave them in the comments below.

Here are some key takeaways from this blog post:

• To take apart a Glock 43, you will need a Glock disassembly tool, a punch, and a cleaning rod.
• The first step is to remove the magazine and ensure that the gun is unloaded.
• The second step is to lock the slide back and engage the takedown lever.
• The third step is to push the takedown lever down and rotate the slide forward.
• The fourth step is to remove the slide from the frame.
• The fifth step is to remove the recoil spring assembly and the barrel.
• The sixth step is to reassemble the Glock 43 in the reverse order.

By following these steps, you can safely and easily disassemble your Glock 43.