Shield Arms Carry Magwell for Glock 43X / 48

A low-profile magwell for the Glock® 43X and 48: faster, more forgiving reloads with minimal added bulk. CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum, drop-in install, made in Bigfork, Montana.
SKU: G43X48-MAGWELL
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Compatibility

Fits the Glock® 43X and 48 Only.

This Carry Magwell is cut for the Glock® 43X and 48 frame, including MOS models. It doesn't fit the single-stack Glock® 43, double-stack Glocks or 43X/48 frames grip-chopped by our S10 service. Running a Glock® 19 or 17? See all Carry Magwells, each cut for one frame and generation.

What Is the Shield Arms Carry Magwell for the Glock® 43X / 48?

The Carry Magwell is a low-profile magwell for the Glock® 43X and 48. It widens the opening at the base of the grip so the magazine finds the well faster on a reload, while adding very little bulk to a slim carry pistol. It's CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminum in Bigfork, Montana, Type II anodized, installs in under ten minutes with the included hardware, and has a lifetime warranty.

  • Fits: Glock® 43X and 48, including MOS
  • Profile: low profile, built for carry
  • Runs: S15, S20, both factory Glock® mags and the aftermarket mags we know of
  • Install: drop-in, hardware included
Carry Magwell

Faster Reloads Without Giving Up the Slim Grip.

People carry the 43X and 48 because they're slim. Most magwells are built for competition, with a big flare that gives some of that back. The Carry Magwell takes the other approach.

It adds just enough funnel to guide the magazine into the well, with rounded edges and a low profile that stays close to the frame. You get a faster, more forgiving reload on the pistol you actually carry, and the grip still feels like a 43X or 48.

6061 T6 billet aluminum
<10 Minute drop-in install
6 Anodized colors
MT Machined in Bigfork
Features

Built for the Pistol You Carry

  • Low-Profile Funnel

    Widens the opening at the base of the grip so the magazine finds the well, without a competition flare.

  • Rounded Edges

    Smooth, rounded edges that stay close to the frame contours for all-day carry.

  • Drop-In Install

    Installs with the included hardware in under ten minutes. No gunsmithing, no permanent change to the frame.

  • Runs Your Mags

    Works with the S15, S20, both factory Glock® 43X/48 magazines and every aftermarket mag we know of.

Compare

Carry or Premium?

We make two magwells for the 43X and 48. Both are machined from the same aluminum, installed the same way and covered by the same warranty. The difference is the size of the funnel.

  Premium Carry (this page)
Funnel Widest opening we make Low profile
Added bulk More Minimal
Built for Duty, USPSA, IPSC, range Concealed carry, EDC, duty
Material 6061-T6 aluminum 6061-T6 aluminum
Drop-in install ✓ ✓
Lifetime warranty ✓ ✓
Pair It

Faster In, More On Board

A magwell speeds up the reload. An S15 puts 15 rounds flush in the magazine you're reloading with. Get both in one box with an S15 Magwell Combo: a Carry Magwell, three S15 Gen 3 magazines and the steel mag catch they run on.

Magwell Combos S15 Magazine

Specifications

Fits Glock® 43X and 48, including MOS models
Doesn't fit Glock® 43, double-stack Glock® frames, S10 grip-chopped 43X/48 frames
Profile Low profile, rounded edges
Material 6061-T6 billet aluminum, CNC machined
Finish Type II anodized: Black, Red, Grey, Mud, ODA Green or Gold
Magazines Shield Arms S15 and S20, factory Glock® 43X/48 10-round polymer and 15-round steel magazines, and all aftermarket 43X/48 magazines we know of; standard or extended base pads
Install Drop-in, hardware included, under ten minutes, no permanent change to the frame
Made in Bigfork, Montana, USA
Warranty Lifetime warranty

Six Anodized Colors

Every color is Type II anodized over 6061-T6 aluminum. Pick yours from the Magwell Color menu, or match it to your Shield Arms extensions.

ODA Green was first made for a deployed Special Forces Operational Detachment Alpha team. We still offer it in honor of Special Forces teams around the world and donate a portion of every ODA Green sale to the Green Beret Foundation.

Mud: our Mud anodize shade changed slightly in 2025. Mud items bought before then may not be an exact match to the current shade.

Black Red Grey Mud ODA Green Gold

Installation

The hardware you need comes in the package. Follow the included instructions, and find the step-by-step video on our installation guides page. The magwell comes off the same way if you ever want the pistol back to factory.

Questions

Carry Magwell FAQ

Carry or Premium?

Pick the Carry if the pistol is your everyday carry gun and you want a faster reload with minimal added bulk. Pick the Premium for the widest funnel we make, for duty, competition or range use.

Does it fit the 43X MOS and 48 MOS?

Yes. The magwell mounts to the grip frame, which is the same on standard and MOS models.

Which magazines does it work with?

All the 43X/48 magazines we know of: the S15 with or without extensions, the S20, Glock®'s factory 10-round polymer and 15-round steel magazines, and every aftermarket 43X/48 magazine we're aware of.

Does it work in a grip-chopped pistol?

No. A pistol converted by our S10 Grip Chop Service has a shortened grip, and the Carry Magwell doesn't fit it.

How hard is installation?

It's a drop-in with the included hardware, usually under ten minutes, with no gunsmithing. See our installation guides.

Can I remove it later?

Yes. It makes no permanent change to the frame, so you can return the pistol to factory configuration any time.

Can I use it in competition?

Magwell rules vary by organization and division and change over time. Check the current rulebook for your division before a match.

What colors does it come in?

Black, Red, Grey, Mud, ODA Green and Gold, all Type II anodized. A portion of every ODA Green sale goes to the Green Beret Foundation.

What's covered by the warranty?

Our lifetime warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship.

Related

Build Out Your 43X / 48

S15 Magwell Combo 1 Magwell, 3 S15s and the catch Premium Magwell Widest opening, 43X / 48 S15 Magazine 15 rounds, flush S15 Combo Pack 1 3 S15s and the catch S15 +5 Extension 20 rounds S20 Magazine 20 rounds, one piece

See every magwell on the Magwells page.

Products specifications
Firearms Manufacturer Glock
Firearms Model Glock 43X/48
Installation Help

Not sure how to install this product? Our step-by-step guides and video walkthroughs make it simple.

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