Springfield Hellcat vs G43/43x

[CreekBoy]

While i am a Glock enthusiast through and through, I am looking for a new concealed carry gun. Have been on the fence for a while, while i have held and shot a 43/43x on many occasions i have never had any personal experience with a hellcat. Anybody on here have one and or compared them?

[nitro5x6's]

Sig P365 / 365X or 365XL should not be overlooked when you are shopping.

The Sigs have better sights, better triggers, high magazine capacity, etc, etc.

[theoldblackdog]

I have a Hellcat and a Sig P938. To me the Hellcat is way smoother and better than the Sig. Now my sig is a single stack and not the double like the others listed. I have been very happy with my Hellcat and would recommend it in a minute to anyone

[USMCsilver]

Toss a ported S&W Performance Center Shield into the mix, as well. (PSA has sold these stupid-cheap a few times in the past.)

I've shot the Sig365; I own 2 G43x's & 2 PC Shields.

I'd almost, hands down, opt for the Shield for any given situation.

Never held a Hellcat. I'm just not a big fan of Springfield plastic pistols.

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[DG34YF]

Started with an XDS Mod2 45, not OSP (6 rnd mag) (couldn't SEE front sight indoors w/o glasses, then w/ glasses, couldn't see target)

Tried a G26, not MOS (10 rnd) factory open sights - no better w/o glasses... 1.66# w/ 10x147gr

Got an XDS Mod2 45 OSP w/ Holosun HE507K-GR-X2 6 rnd mag) 1.66# w/ 6x230gr (took a bunch of ammo & dry sighting to get used to finding sight pic.)
I'm not real fast (haven't run it thru an IDPA event yet) but having the DOT: 1) slows me down 2) tighter groups
Trying to just co-witness the irons isn't as quick as w/o the optic.

Then got a Hellcat OS (13 rnd) 1.58# w/ 13x147gr Loved the factory sights, same issue indoors so I put a Holosun HS507K-X2 on it.
w/ optics ya notice the extra effort needed for stock trigger pull. Apex Trigger helped that some.
Stocks obviously smaller than XDS and a rapid draw from a Sticky is easier to get a good initial hold vs the XDS sometimes takes a little shuffle.
(something I try to do after a first shot not before)

Still not Jerry Miculek fast but...

[Pass shot]

I carry a hellcat or glock 42 daily. Usually the hellcat. Finish is coming off. That's only complaint. Buddy has a 43x and comparing the 2 there's not much difference in size. Id probably do glock if I had to do it again based solely on finish..I own a few Springfields

[Tigerbdog]

I have the Sig P365 and have been happy with it. That said, I love the U-dot sights on the Hellcat. I've been trying to find them for my Sig. Either they aren't available or my internet search abilities are not very good.

[Tha Dick]

Personal preference. Go fondle all of them and make your choice on the one that turns your crank. I like the P365.

[USMCsilver]

I have the Sig P365 and have been happy with it. That said, I love the U-dot sights on the Hellcat. I've been trying to find them for my Sig. Either they aren't available or my internet search abilities are not very good.

Wilson Combat & XS Sights seem to make U-Notch sights.

[Sasha and Abby]

like Dick said... personal choice. that said, I went in Simpsons to BUY a 365 a few years ago and the guy showed me the Hellcat. I left with the Hellcat - love the U shaped sights and great trigger. Both are capable pistols. Get on with an optic on it - love mine.

[FishSticker]

OUt of the two, the Hellcat. P365 or Shield Plus would better options than either IMO.

ETA: Shield Plus Perfomance Center has quite possibly the best trigger you can find in a Sub/Micro 9mm

[USMCsilver]

OUt of the two, the Hellcat. P365 or Shield Plus would better options than either IMO.

ETA: Shield Plus Perfomance Center has quite possibly the best trigger you can find in a Sub/Micro 9mm

And that PC trigger is even better when switched out to an Apex kit and everything's polished up; both of mine have been converted, as it's a night & day difference.

[SilverFox]

Hellcat Pro

[CreekBoy]

Ended up buying a Hellcat Pro yesterday. Felt the best in my hand and shot the best. Even though I am a Glock enthusiast, you can’t beat the capacity in such a small gun. $600 out of the door after taxes with the gear up bundle which included 5 mags and a nice range bag. 2 thumbs up, thanks for the feedback.