Z9 Magazine Combo 1 for Glock 43 – 3 Z9 Magazines + Steel Mag Catch

A full Glock® 43 carry setup: three Z9 9-round steel magazines and the black nitride steel mag catch they run on. 27 rounds total. Made in the USA.
SKU: Z9-COMBO-3M-1C
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Compatibility

Fits the Glock® 43. The Steel Catch Is Included.

This combo fits the single-stack Glock® 43 only. The Z9 is a steel magazine and runs on a steel mag catch instead of the polymer catch the pistol ships with, so the combo includes one. Install it once and all three magazines run on it. Running a Glock® 43X or 48? See the S-Series.

What Is the Z9 Magazine Combo 1?

Z9 Magazine Combo 1 is a full Glock® 43 carry setup: three Shield Arms Z9 9-round steel magazines and the black nitride steel mag catch they run on. Each Z9 holds three more rounds than the 6-round factory magazine at the length of a factory mag with a pinky extension, so three magazines give you 27 rounds instead of 18. Made in the USA, with a lifetime warranty and Spring for Life.

  • In the combo: (3) Z9 magazines, (1) steel mag catch
  • Fits: Glock® 43
  • Capacity: 9 rounds per magazine
  • Total: 27 rounds across three magazines
Carry + Spares

One in the Gun. One on the Belt. One for Training.

A carry pistol needs more than one magazine. You want one in the pistol, a reload on your belt and a spare for the range or the nightstand, and they should all be the same so every reload feels the same.

Combo 1 is that setup for the Glock® 43. Three Z9s, nine rounds each, at the length of a factory mag with a pinky extension. The steel catch comes in the box, so you swap it once and everything runs.

3 Z9 magazines
27 Rounds vs. 18 in three factory mags
1 Steel catch included
USA Made, with Spring for Life
In the Combo

A Complete Glock® 43 Mag Setup

  • Three Z9 Magazines

    Nine rounds each in a heat-treated steel body with a Powercron finish and an easy-remove base pad.

  • Steel Mag Catch

    Our Standard Z-Series catch in black nitride steel. Replaces the factory polymer catch. Made in the USA.

  • Same Feel Every Reload

    Three identical magazines, so your carry mag and your reloads seat and drop the same way.

  • Extend It Later

    Each base pad swaps for our Z9 +1 or +3 extension for 10 or 12 rounds.

One Magazine, Three Sizes

Carry 9. Extend to 12.

Carry the Z9 as it comes, or swap the base pad for an extension: 10 with the +1, 12 with the +3. Many owners carry a Z9 in the pistol and put a +3 on the reload.

Want a mag that sits flush with the grip? See the Z8, 8 rounds. Capacity laws vary by state and city. Check yours before you buy.

Glock® 43Factory mag   6 Z9In this combo   9 Z9 +1Extension    10 Z9 +3Extension    12   Magazine   Added by extension
Why a Steel Catch

Steel Mags Run on a Steel Catch

The Z9 is steel and the factory Glock® 43 catch is polymer. We build the Z-Series to run steel on steel, so this combo includes our Standard steel catch. It's a one-time install, and our installation guides walk you through it. Another manufacturer's catch may cause reliability issues. Prefer the Premium? It sticks out slightly further and engages the magazine slightly more.

Install Guide Premium Catch
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Pick Your Setup

Every kit below includes the steel catch. Pick the magazine mix that fits how you carry.

Kit Magazines Steel Catch
Z9 Magazine Combo 1 (this page) 3 × Z9 ✓
Z-Series Dual Mag Kit Z8 + Z9 ✓
Z9 Starter Kit 1 × Z9 ✓

Already running the catch? Add a Z9 or Z8 on its own, or see all Z-Series combos.

Specifications

In the combo (3) Z9 magazines, (1) Standard Z-Series steel mag catch / release
Compatible pistol Glock® 43
Capacity 9 rounds of 9mm per magazine, 27 total
Length Same as a factory Glock® 43 magazine with a pinky extension
Magazine body Heat-treated steel
Magazine finish Powercron (cationic epoxy electrocoat)
Base pad Easy-remove, impact resistant; swaps for Z9 +1 or +3 extensions
Mag catch Standard Z-Series steel catch, black nitride
Made in USA
Warranty Lifetime warranty plus Spring for Life on every magazine

Powercron Finish

Powercron is a cationic epoxy electrocoat, lead-free and low-VOC, that holds up to sweat, humidity and salt air. We use more than one Powercron applicator to keep magazines in stock, so the sheen can vary slightly from batch to batch. Protection and performance are the same.

Powercron
Questions

Z9 Combo 1 FAQ

Which pistols does it fit?

The single-stack Glock® 43. For the Glock® 43X and 48, see the S-Series. For the Glock® 19 and 17, see the DS-Series.

Do I need anything else?

No. The combo includes the steel catch all three magazines run on. Install the catch and load up.

How hard is the catch install?

It's a one-time swap with basic tools and no gunsmithing. Our installation guides walk you through it.

Will my factory 6-round mags still work?

They'll run with the steel catch, but we don't recommend it for regular use. Steel on polymer adds wear to the magazine over time.

Combo 1 or the Dual Mag Kit?

Combo 1 gives you three identical Z9s. The Dual Mag Kit pairs a flush Z8 for the pistol with a Z9 for the reload. Both include the steel catch.

How do I get more than 9 rounds?

Swap the base pad for a Z9 +1 for 10 or a Z9 +3 for 12.

Standard or Premium catch?

This combo includes the Standard. The Premium sticks out slightly further than the Standard, so it's easier to reach and press, and it engages the magazine slightly more.

What is Spring for Life?

Free replacement magazine springs for as long as you own your Z9s. See the program.

What's covered?

A lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, plus Spring for Life on every magazine.

Related

Build Out Your Glock® 43

Z9 +3 Extension 12 rounds Z9 +1 Pre-Installed 10 rounds, ready to load Z8 Magazine 8 rounds, flush Z9 Magazine Add another spare Premium Z-Series Catch Easier reach, more engagement Z-Series Dual Mag Kit Z8, Z9 and the catch

See the whole lineup on the Z-Series page.

ODA Green

Used on: magazine extensions, magwells

ODA's (Operational Detachment Alpha) are the boots on the ground operational teams of a Special Forces Group. This color began as a special run for a deployed ODA. In continued support we have decided to continue the color as a standard offering and donate a portion of the proceeds to The Green Beret Foundation. Finish is anodized in green.

QPQ Nitrocarburizing Surface Treatment

Used on: magazines, barrels, slides

QPQ Nitrocarburizing is a type of surface treatment used to enhance the durability and corrosion resistance of metal parts. The process involves heating the metal in a controlled environment, where nitrogen and carbon are introduced to the surface of the metal. This forms a thin layer of a hard compound called "nitrides," which increase the surface hardness of the metal.

During the QPQ Nitrocarburizing process, the metal is immersed in a special salt bath and heated to high temperatures. The salt bath contains a mixture of chemicals that release nitrogen and carbon, which penetrate the surface of the metal. The process is carefully controlled to ensure that the nitrogen and carbon penetrate to a specific depth, creating a uniform layer of nitrides on the metal's surface.

The resulting nitride layer provides many benefits to the metal parts, including increased hardness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance. This treatment helps to increase the lifespan and durability of metal parts, making them more reliable and long-lasting.

Any “scuffing” you see in the surface finish is completely normal, and will not affect the durability or corrosion resistance of the steel.

Electroless Nickel Plating

Used on: magazines

Silver electroless plating offers superior electrical conductivity and corrosion protection with excellent deposit uniformity and adhesion properties. This bright, reflective finish provides outstanding solderability and contact resistance while maintaining the consistent thickness and coverage that electroless plating processes are known for. Black electroless nickel plating provides these same exceptional deposit properties - including lubricity, hardness, and corrosion resistance - but with a fully conductive and uniform black surface finish that combines superior performance with an attractive dark appearance.

Products specifications
Firearms Manufacturer Glock
Firearms Model Glock 43
Installation Help

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

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