With everything getting more expensive, this video is extremely valuable for folks that are wanting to get into firearms but can't or don't want to spend much.
@@DARTHDANSANright. Because if they can't afford $350 they have money for stock. Btw dividend stocks are a joke, they just take the dividends out of your stock. Goes to show. 🙄
How impatient are you, the video is only 20mins long? No wonder the kids don't know THE TRUTH ABOUT C0MMUNISM, AND THE C0MMUNIST'S ATTACKING TRUMP, they have no attention span.
I picked up a Taurus G3 at the end of last year. I wasn’t even expecting to purchase a new carrier that day. I just needed ammo for the range. It was listed at 369 but on sale for 249. I paid like 290 out the door and it was probably one of the top 5 purchases of my life. Great gun. 17 round mags. Great size. Great grip. Great weight. Fun and easy as heck to shoot. Haven’t had any issues and do recommend.
I've seen your content. It's pretty good. Only thing I hate is your g*n g*veaways. Because you don't live where I am & I have zero chance of getting something good from you. 😂
Because they're actually affordable, and still get the job done lol I'm the same way, I've got a few expensive guns for purposes, then a ton of "budget" guns, mostly PSA stuff, cause I love their stuff
I've got Colts, Buls, and DW 1911s galore. It's the Rock Island 1911s that I shoot tons of though. They are like old 4-banger Toyota 4x4 pickups with rust and dents that just never die. Shoot 'em up, wipe 'em down, then shoot them some more. Rinse, wash, repeat. Forever.
“For some reason”… lol. Here’s the reason you are looking for (not that it’s a bad one at all heheheh): “Why spend all this money on one gun when I can spend all this money on FIVE guns” xD
These videos are my favorite that Chris does. While I enjoy his videos with his $6000. 2011s, it’s nothing I will be able to afford ever. These guns that he has torture tested and are available to most of us on a budget are the most helpful and most enjoyable. Thank you, Chris!
@@surefiresteak0292 Well, yes, $500 handguns are still affordable. Up to $700, not so much, they sell less. Make them $800, $1,000, $1,500, and they sell much less. The truth be told, most gun owners buy handguns anywhere from $250 to $500.
@@surefiresteak0292 Gun nuts will spend $500 But regular people won't spend that. They like less expense. It's hard to justify $500. People can justify $350.
People hate on .380 but show me a person willing to be shot with a .380. Or even a .22. Youre always my first to go to for this kind of content. Love the videos
@@Broskee21752Saw unrelated comments from EMTs and Firefighters on a different video talking about scenes they've worked on where, you guessed it, victims were down and out after a *single* .380 shot. Question is though, if you can get a similar quality 9mm pistol, why buy a .380 one?
@@drago939393 it breaks down easier when you go to reload, it’s smaller, basically has no recoil and it’s accurate. this is why I don’t understand when I see people hating on this gun it’s an all rounder
Yep, got my P10C with optics ready and night sights brand new for $350. July 4th sale and its my first CZ and I must say I can't believe I have bought so many Glocks over these models. This guns competition is the G19 and its better or just as good vs the Glock in every way other than customization and modularity.
@@shawnsanders9450Wow, have to take a picture of this from a Glock fan. Show it to my partners at work. We go back and forth daily about who makes a better gun. Jokes on them when our Glocks get replaced in 2025 for my preferred duty weapons, SIGS.
Just have to watch for barrel being worn. First Glock was G22. Had another, more reliable shooter, verify the larger than desired spread. Was easily fixed with a new drop in barrel.
P-10 is very slept on in many places simply because CZ has a smaller market share in the US. I have 4 P-10’s (2 different competition builds, an F OR and the .45 ACP) and it is by far my preferred striker system.
I am shocked with how popular the Shadow 2 is, not to mention CZ-75’s in general that it isn’t more popular. I’d say the same thing, to a lesser extent with rhe APX/APX A1
My Honorable Mention is the Shield PLUS, I see them on sale sometimes for right at or a few beans over $350. Incredible trigger, reliable, and more capacity than the regular. But again it is over $350 most times
I bought mine at about $250 a couple of years ago and it is a tank. Threw Galloway Precision trigger, springs, recoil spring and optics plate on it and it is a fantastic gun. But in 2023 it is a $450 gun almost everywhere and you won’t see it less than $400.
I bought the Ruger Security 380 because of your review and I am very happy with it. It's my first firearm purchase and I needed a nearly do it all pistol that my girlfriend could easily shoot. She can handle it with ease and id comfortable if I leave it with her while I run errands. Now I just need a cc pistol for me and this video again helped l. Continue making the quality content that you do!
Kinda a late response but if your a fan of Ruger and are looking for a CCW. The Ruger LCP in 9mm is a very nice option. Sub compact reliable and has a large round capacity. They also have quite a few different colour options and some custom options like sights and guide rods, ect. And for the price of $400 or lower in my opinion it's hard to beat. Overall Ruger has kept up on their Quality and Reliability throughout the years and their customers service has always been great when I've had the rare occasion of needing something fixed or replaced.
Just got the Ruger Security 380, pretty much based on CZcams recommendations. I'm elderly, arthritic, and it takes me both arms to rack my CZ P10F, so I intend to carry it. Haven't shot it yet, but I know I'm gonna like it.
My Taurus G3 full size has been incredible for what it costs. I bought it when they first came out, upgraded a couple parts, and put slot of rounds through it. Not one failure so far. I carry a m&p 2.0 4 inch now, but I carried the g3 for a couple years.
Bought my first Czech made P10F for $357 5 years ago based on Chris’s recommendation. 10K + rounds later - still running like brand new all OEM ( I did get an OR slide for it recently) Def great value for the $$
Happy to see my buddy, the G3C, on this list. 2,000+ rounds through mine - only malfunctions were either shitty remanufactured ammo or user induced for training purposes. Love that thing
Out of curiosity, did your front sight loosen on you? Mine did at around 500 rounds. Was kind of surprised by it. Thankfully it happened at a range... Anyway a drop of Loctite and it was back to wonderful. Great gun for sure and I'll eventually buy a few more for the BOBs
I've found the entire G series of pistols to be outstanding! Carry a G2c almost daily , really like the size and the way it feels In hand. No issues so far , 300 rounds in!
@@ellwoodwolf Outdated opinion sir. 10 years ago, yes. Today, you're wrong. Yes, they are still a "cheap" company with low price points. But they are no longer a company that makes junk like they used to. Lots of people who have put thousands of rounds through their newer models attest to that. They also are a one-stop shop for all accessories from holsters to mags to optics that one may need. Very few other companies have such a diverse catalog of products, and all available for very reasonable prices.
You got no one to blame for the Tp9 elite sc’s boom in popularity but yourself, outlaw lmao. I joke, of course, but your review of that pistol is what tipped the scale for me when I was searching for a reliable and affordable concealed carry pistol. I also followed your lead and recommended it to several friends, a couple of which actually purchased them. Great video, friend. Thank you for all that you and Mrs. outlaw do for us common folk
Absolutely agreed. Fantastic video. Just picked up a P10-C and even though it’s relatively inexpensive, it’s been a bucket list pistol for a while. Super comfortable, CZ reliability, low recoil and great price. Thanks for mentioning the METE! I’ll be looking into that one for a CCW for the wife!
Just sent Tuarus 856 (3000 + rds through) back for Warranty work, couldn't get it fixed so I'm getting a new one in return. Also have Tx22, G2C, Tucker 357, and Judge. Pretty happy with all of them.
I've owned the G3C for over two years now, just shot it last week. Still holds up, only ever had slight jamming issue, fixed that with more lube and different ammo.
I originally had issues with a specific ammo, I wanna say it was just plain old Winchester range ammo which I've actually had issues with another gun I owned. Out of curiosity I loaded a few mags with higher grade conceal ammo and haven't had an issue since. To me, running flawlessly with ammo for protection is what counts. Like I said, I've had issues lately with Winchester ammo (3 different range ammo calibers) so as far as I'm concerned it wasn't the fault of my G3c.
I had my front sight loosen on me after about a year of occasional use. Thought I was having an aneurysm because everything was suddenly flying left... So it might be worth monitoring and adding a drop of Loctite on it. But yeah, what a great gun. Smooth right out of the box with very easy to manipulate controls. No break-in needed. My only gripe is it feels top heavy.
Pull that barrel out and polish the feed ramp to a mirror like finish and you'll never have failure to feed issues ever again regardless of ammo brand...I promise you that.
Bought a PSA Dagger Compact with gold threaded barrel for $299. Came with two mags and a carry case. I was so shocked holding and shooting the gun for the first time. Great little gun for sure! Edit: It also arrived in about 2 days
The Dagger is one of those guns where it's more of a question of how many you're going to buy, not if you're going to buy it. Given the price and legendary reliability of Glock 19 Gen 3, it is a foregone conclusion.
Did they ever fix the trigger pins walking out? Back when I heard it was a problem. Someone said the holes in the frame weren't big enough to use OEM glock pins.
I'm a Jericho 941 man all day everyday as far as pistols go but I will say I recently got a Masada for $330 as I have to say I'm genuinely happy with it for everything. Concealed carry, plinking, or home defense.
I never thought I would say this... The Taurus G-2/3/4 's are one of my favorite pistols, it fits my hands very well, shoots well, no issues. I own HK 45, FNX 45 tactical and recently the S&W M&P 2.0 .45 performance Center, so it's not my most expensive pistol, but for the money, definitely at some places sub 250!
Hot weather summer carry minimal clothing: Ruger LCP Max. Yes, a .380, but extremely concealable due to its profile and weight. Sufficient mag capacity to get me out of trouble.
@@mustangtonto5862 i would say accuracy, 15 yards and i cant even hit the paper and i have been shooting over 50 years. i'm not an expert on polymer type guns but it seems the barrel is bent or some other defect
Same here. Have several Rugers and this is the only one that has poor accy. And i have 2. Its big bro is fime and the 22 lcp2 is great. Their older .45, .22 and revolvers, rifles are excellent. Why is .380 max so poor in accy??? Oh it is reliable but groups like a shotgun at 50 ft. 4" at 21 ft. And i am a former pistol team capt , (.45 and .22) with a 294 of 300 av at peak. Not as good now, but 4 inch groups at 15 yds is not bad. 8" to 10" with this one Ruger. Factory said only meant for around 7 yds to hit a chest, or words to that effect. Maybe i am ocd but think they should be tighter like all their other superb products.
I bought the extended mag with 12 plus one rounds, which is more rounds than some micro 9s and still smaller. Yeah it’s a 380, and hard to shoot at long distances with it. But you’ll likely only need to be shooting just a few feet in front of you in a self defense situation.
I recently picked up a P10S as a smaller carry and love it. My main go to is a P-01 Omega with a Cajun Trigger Kit. With the P10S, I don't feel the need to upgrade anything. It feels great right out of the box.
I like that you review the Canik line. Being so cheap I was skeptical but honestly I love my TP9DA. It's feels great in your hand and is easy to control. It's very accurate and has yet to jam or stovepipe on me once. Doesn't matter what ammo I put though it. Plus for $350 you get a nice hard case, lock, tool kit, holster, 2 18rd mags, and a speed loader. What a deal!
Canik and CZ are both great sleeper pistols, I've never heard anything bad about them, I don't personally own one, but always heard positive things about them.
Got rid of my glock 19 for the G3. After upgrading a few parts(very affordable to do) the trigger pull is short and butter smooth. I am not professional when it comes to firearms and will watch review after review; such as this one along with hitting the range before making a purchase. The G3 is great.
Great selection under $350 and totally agree with the CZ P10 models. I own a P10S OR and a P10F OR, and they are a phenomenal guns for the money. The OR line adds a little to the cost but totally worth it .
I love CZ, it's one of my favorite manufacturers it's number 1 or 2. I have the P10S, P10C, P10F, P07, P09, RAMI, TS-2(orange), Scorpion evo3, and Bren 2. They eat everything, built so well, and look good too.
My own gripe on them is the grip texture, it's the only reason I didn't get one and went with something else. I could have gotten some Talon grips or something but I went with something with a bit more customization (psa dagger), one day if the dagger proves to disappoint, I will be making my stop at a p10s.
@@i_inf0din254I have a Dagger and a P10C. The P10C is better in every way other than customizable and modularity. Also, my CZ optics ready model with night sights was the exact same price as my dagger that has a threaded barrel, RMR cut and slide cuts. Just looking at them side by side and taken apart you can see that the CZ was built better with better materials. If the texture on the CZ is too rough for you you can sand it down or wrap it. I will say though in a high stress situation that texture could save your life.
Diamondback Sidekick! I paid $320. It's a revolver with both 22lr and 22wmr cylinders, 9 shots and it's adorable. C'mon, who doesn't love a 22 revolver? Gotta live out them cowboy dreams.
Just got myself a P10S and I love it. It was between that and the MC9 but I ran across a CZcamsr that had issues with the MC9 going out of battery after 700 rounds and wanted a gun that I know will run out of the box. Imo Smith, Glock, and CZ are about the only ones in the budget category that fit that mold
Tisas px9 gen3 is a great pistol. 18 and 20 round mec-gar mags, interchangable grip panels and so many extras come with the best feel in the hand pistol I've held. $289 is quite a steal for this pistol!
Just got mine and it's better than any gun on this list 💯 Also another Turkish arms is my favorite is Sar9 it's the best looking, strongest most reliable gun made period. Look them up they e been making guns for over 100yrs
Yeah good luck getting him to review the Tisas PX-9 Gen3. A few of us have asked for it but nothing yet. I love the shit out of mine. I got the Duty version for $240 at Bud's and love every bit of it. Tried a Cylee green dot on it but it would take a lot of training for me to acquire the little dot as fast as I can the iron sights so I relegated it to my 300 blackout ar pistol. It will be better for deer hunting anyway.
I bought my g3 because of this video, have tested and I was surprised how easy it was to pick up out of the box and use. I love the sights, thank you for making just great educational videos for us all.
I have had a Bersa TPR9C for a while now and got it for pretty much 350 (the best it will ever get), and man do I love it. It's a really low-key pistol that has very little aftermarket support and you really gotta look for extra mags, but shoots so well and have yet to have a malfunction.
Same here but I have a Bersa Thunder 380 Plus and years later 1000s of round of various quality and it's never had an issue. I feel they are underrated Firearms for sure
I have hand an general strength issues (myasthenia gravis) so I am geared more towards the 380. If I shoot 9 it is a bit harder for me to control thus I miss more than with a 380 that is more manageable for me and I can place shots where I need them to go.
Try the 9mm liberty civil defense ammo, 50 grain bullet going 2000 fps instead of 124 grain bullet going 1100 fps. Might help with your hand strength issues plus when the bullet is traveling that fast, part of the temporary wound cavity becomes permanent.
@user-qo3yy9nv1u ruger57 has a manual safety (if that interests you). PSA has nice deal on 57 Rock . It comes optic ready and threaded with 10 magazines and soft case ($699 so don't consider it on this list)
@@williamrausch4245 I've shot the ruger and the S&W and I like them both but I'd go with the S&W. Worth every penny and you can get them with or without manual safety. They are just so incredibly soft shooting. My only complain is the mags are a fucking nightmare to load. I gigglee wjen I seen it very with a mag loader but you need that stupid little thing
Bought the CZ P10S on a whim, not knowing anything about the gun except that Mr. Ayoob underscored the importance of fit and feel during a recent Wilson Combat vid. Picked up the P10S, liked the fit and feel immediately, and shot it well right from the box. Not sure why, but it just works for me. I've been very pleasantly surprised at the quality and precision with which CZ produces a few of their guns that sell for less than $400 in my neck of the woods. It's a bit bigger to pocket carry than my Reflex. But I shoot the CZ better.
Dude.......DUDE!!!!!, that tisas px9 gen 3 is 🔥🔥🔥. I dont understand why no one talks about it. I have the fde version and it shoots like a dream. I bought the sig p 226 mag for it too. A $350 pistol that comes with a 18 and 20 round mag with a threaded barrel, good iron sights and optic ready I MEAN COME ON!!!!. Tisas did a great job with that pistol man.
@@shazam_daghost3427 I'm right there with you, the moment I see it not included in a list I am left feeling like somebody hasn't done their homework. It's literally the best value gun you can get and honestly beats out most guns that are double the price. I have two of them because while I was only wanting a "cheap" truck gun type thing this was so overkill for my needs but still the lowest cost I could find.
Tisas PX9-G3. I feel that this should be on your list. I have many thousands of rds through several variations of this model and they are fantastic in build quality and also reliability. MSRP is only $319.00 for the basic model.
I whole heatedly agree on the PX9 gen3! I bought a black Duty model a few months back for $289 and am still amazed at the value I got in such a great shooting pistol. It is the lowest cost pistol I own and my favorite pistol to shoot. What a combo?
@@lenculpepper9150 I bought my Gen 3 Duty for $240 brand new from Buds plus $20 FFL transfer and I have mentioned it before on this channel but I guess he is more interested in showing off his more expensive guns than what us mere humans carry.
Amen!! I bought the Gen 3 Night Stalker version with a Tritium front sight, removable optics plate, grey Ceracote finish, one 18 and one 20 round magazine, plus it comes with 3 sizes of grips. All this for $279.00 from J&G Sales. I’ve got about 600 rounds through it, with NO issues. I challenge anyone to show me a better deal than that. It has replaced my Ruger SR 1911 as my nightstand gun.
Got my PX9 for $210 last year on Buds with 18&20 round magazine 😊 Then my Governor (Illinois) signed this dumb gun law. Now I can't go outside with it 😭😭😭
Buying the frame and slide/barrel separately, I got a Dagger for $249. That is optics-ready (RMR cut) and a threaded barrel. Sure, the trigger is mushy, but still works. The gun is surprisingly accurate and so far has been 100% reliable. I couldn't be happier with it.
Well yeah, it is a Glock clone after all. Therefor the trigger should be trash in true Glock fashion. All jokes aside the dagger is awesome for the money
I love the g3c I have had no issues with mine. I own 3 Taurus’s 2 revolvers and they work well there all newer made Taurus’s. I have heard All the stories about there qc over the years but I think they upped there game and are putting out better products compared to the stuff of the past.
Keep an eye on the front sight on the G3C. Mine suddenly loosened at the range (thankfully). Drop of Loctite on the bolt got it back in order. Maybe it was just mine... haven't heard anyone else complaining about it admittedly.
My top cheap EDC is my Palmetto State Armory Dagger 9mm. It's basically a Glock 19 Gen 3 clone with a more comfortable grip. Their base model can be snagged on sale for $259, but if you want an optic cut slide, threaded barrel and suppressor height sights like mine, you can get it for $359.00.
Kudos for mentioning the Taurus Gx-4. It's a little over $350 but it's such a great gun. I also have a G2c and it's great too, but the trigger is a little sketchy. I'm planning on getting the new Taurus TH45 or maybe they'll release another 45 acp soon. It's double stacked and under $500 you just can't beat that. Taurus is killing it these days.
Taurus really has turned themselves around. I do still have a few issues with their designs, but those are personal gripes that have nothing to do with functionality. Great low-budget weapon!!!
@@whatsup24_7 There's a recall on those. They can discharge when dropped. Did you check the serial number on Taurus website? Mine is ok .I got it from Bud's online. I paid for shipping, insurance, and also the transfer fee. So yeah it was around $365 for all that.
G3C is a good pistol, and an awesome budget pistol. Throw a 30 dollar bore-laser into it and with the restrike capability you can practice endlessly without purchasing ammo, so even the practice is super budget-friendly.
I’ve got the Ruger Security 9 and it’s a pretty well made gun that shoots good and it’s about $350 if you want something bigger than a .380 by Ruger which is a good American made brand that’s pretty good about customer service.
I think an important one was overlooked and that is the Mossberg Mc2c. It's 299 all over the place and it's a far better gun than the price would suggest. Excellent value.
Great video! Glad to hear my G3c made the top 10. So far no malfunctions! I just purchased it, and only have about 50 rounds through it. So far, so good. I know it needs more rounds to really break it in and find a malfunction, but I like the aggresive feel of the handle and its been accurate. Thanks again, for the review!
I bought a Taurus G3c and by far it's such a sleeper. I even 3D printed a frame for it (called the FOSS Cannon) and I haven't had one issue. I've only sent about a hundred rounds through it last time I was at the range, but it ran great and not one failure. I also 3D printed a Glock 19X frame and completed that build with a Dagger slide... do NOT sleep on the Dagger! Lastly, I also picked up a Security .380 and simply love how it feels and shoots. I never owned a .380 and I'm really happy with what I got.
@@copcuffs9973 Pretty much a stock Ender-3 V2 Neo... the only changes I made was flashing it with mriscoc firmware and getting a nice textured PEI bed plate.
Alongside the Ruger Wrangler I would also mention the Diamondback Sidekick. Aesthetics of the Ruger, but is actually double action and uses a swing out 9 shot cylinder that can be swapped out for 22 wmr as well.
I own the APX Centurion and the G3C. Haven't had an issue with either of them. Easily 1000 through the APX and about 800 on the G3C. My wife likes both of them better then her 43x and 19 gen5.
I have 5 Tauruses and they perform flawlessly. The only failures were user-induced. The only drawback is aftermarket support. Hopefully that changes with popularity.
If you are a Glock clone kinda person, you can get the Bull Armory cleaver directly from the manufacturer for $350.00 and it is in my opinion a feature loaded sleeper. Great review!
It's a shame that beretta stopped making their APX line with the A0 slide serrations. You could stick your hands in a puddle of grease and still get a solid grab on that slide. Awesome video, and I take alot of value in the fact you listed the APX on your list.
I just bought my second Ruger Security-9 on sale for $300. I saw your 1K review & I know you’re not a huge fan of some of the modern Ruger handguns but the Security-9 is an exceptional value. I’ve taken it apart down to every pin & spring (it’s a very easy gun to maintain & disassemble), I’ve never had a failure with mine, & I just love the dang thing. I can see where the trigger could take some getting used to but Galloway Precision makes an easy to install upgrade kit for about $50. Kinda bummed it didn’t make the list but still love the video. Also love my TX22, that thing is amazing 💪💪💪
I would add the P10 M as the other p10 for less than 350. You can pick them up for 250 all day long new. Only issue is it takes a different mag than the other p10 pistols I own.
I have 2 Taurus G3 9mm pistols, 1 G2C 9mm, and 1 856 Defender 3". I put TruGlo Professional sights (tritium/fiber optic) on the G3s and the Ameriglo tritium sights on the G2C. The 856 Defender came with a tritium front sight. Yeah, the tritium sights took the G3s over $350.00, but they were worth it. All of them have functioned flawlessly. Today, due to some back problems related to sciatica and spinal stenosis, I am wearing the 856 in a 1791 holster and do not feel like I'm undressed.
the APX was my first handgun and honestly I loved so much about it, I could make it full sized or subcompact super easily by moving the firing system into a different frame so could have it be my car gun for long trips and bring my concealed carry parts for when I was out and about. The only issue was holsters were a pain to find.
I hope it wasn’t my trade in. Piece of trash out of the box, got a new spring, no help. Will not feed hollow points. Jams nonstop, failure to feed, failure to return to battery, Canik wouldn’t make it right so I made it someone else’s problem
@@zkamm99 That’s unfortunate. Had a couple Caniks before this one myself, and they were great. Haven’t taken the MC9 to the range yet, but hopefully it’s not a lemon.
Ruger Security 9 (standard or compact) should absolutely be on this list of considerations, as should the Canik TP9DA (the one with the Walther P99AS mechanics) and the SAR9, and the AREX Delta M. Even the Ruger American Pistol can occasionally be found for $350 or less and that's a very underrated and under-appreciated pistol.
There is a lot of competition in the 9mm market segment in that size as shown by other 9mm that made the list. There is not a lot competition in the 380 market in that size. S&W 380 EZ and maybe P365 380. The list was not top 9mm handguns under $350 so what would make the list in other calibers.
He did a video on it, and while I agree with you that the Security 9 is a great 4" pistol (especially for the price!), Chris wasn't all that impressed.
I got a PSA Dagger during the St Patrick day sale for around $260, and that was with slide cut outs and RMR mounting cut. Superb firearm for the price, 500 rounds in with only 1 failure to fire from a hard primer.
Would love to see a 1,000 round review of the Ruger Security .380 as it seems to be the most underrated pistol that has come out in the past few years. I might get one in the future especially at such low prices!
Bought a M&P 2.0 on a whim. It was $350 several years ago, used, .40 cal and a 5" barrel. Literally one of the best guns I've ever had. Put rounds just where I want them. S&W always exceeds my expectations.
Love my G3c! Best reason to carry inexpensive guns is that IF you ever need to defend yourself, your gun WILL BE TAKEN for evidence. From what I have heard from folks, you may or may not ever get it back, but it will be at least a year before you do.
Maybe it was pushed out of the top 10, but the Arex Delta platform (in multiple sizes) is also available for under 350, on some sites at least, and is one of the most accurate in my collection, and it feels like a natural extension of my hand with its balance. Easy to field strip and sexy looking too!
Very sexy. I agree. Recently read a full article on it in one of the gun mag publications. Older gun companies need to take note of some of these design themes.
I've been wanting a Delta for a long while, they have a ton of great features for the money. Plus, they just seem extremely well built, the Arex factory is very impressive.
@@stevene6482 Good presumption. PSA obviously has much more market share in the USA. Not a fan of PSA, though, so I'll never be in a situation to compare the two.
@@TheOfficialCaseMade They're currently at their lowest prices. GZD has a bonus mag special going on now - get 3 extra I believe for 5 total. So now's the time to jump on it rockerdude! I would buy another Delta but I'm stuck in Illinois hell right now until Fat Prickster gets the unconstitutional taste slapped out of his mouth. When it does, I'm buying the tactical version. Did I mention the Delta is my carry gun? Watch John Lovell's (Warrior Poet Society) review of it. Very honest review about the gun's strengths (and weaknesses, namely a very aggressive grip texture and stiff mag release until break-in).
Very good list, couple of very good options listed. Glad to see the APX again sneaking into the list, and could not agree more on how little the modularity is appreciated on it. I have one of the first Tactical Toblerone Centurion’s and have a number of different grip modules. Beretta obviously has grip modules in all the colors and then Toni Systems have a myriad of alternative performance parts. I’ve also bought a full size grip module, and cut the dust cover shorter with a bandsaw, after that polished the edge with a buffing wheel to smooth it out and now also have a full size, short barrel, long grip APX “Centurion-X”.
I just bought a psa dagger compact for 223, got the slide and lower on a daily deal and I LOVE IT, I've only put 500 rds through it and not a single issue
With everything getting more expensive, this video is extremely valuable for folks that are wanting to get into firearms but can't or don't want to spend much.
Yep. This is very helpful.
You can build em for even cheaper if you have the knowhow....check all your local laws first
Increase your income. Look into dividend paying stocks .
@@DARTHDANSANrandom bs
@@DARTHDANSANright. Because if they can't afford $350 they have money for stock. Btw dividend stocks are a joke, they just take the dividends out of your stock. Goes to show. 🙄
intro 0:00 . Topic discussion 0:09 . Patreon plus donation for youth shelter 1:30 . Ruger Security .380 1:57 . PSA Dagger 4:02 . Taurus G3C 5:24 . Beretta APX Centurion 7:13 . Taurs TX-22 Competition 8:35 . S&W M&P Shied 10:29 . IWI Masada 11:48 . Canik MC9 12:49 . Used Glocks or M&Ps 14:35 . Honorable mentions 16:00 . CZ P10S 17:09 .
Thank you!!
Anyone have an opinion on the 4th Gen DB 9?
I would avoid it
The APX is very good
How impatient are you, the video is only 20mins long? No wonder the kids don't know THE TRUTH ABOUT C0MMUNISM, AND THE C0MMUNIST'S ATTACKING TRUMP, they have no attention span.
"15 rounds coming at ya is 15 rounds coming at ya" this made me actually lol
He had to had been speaking about pain tolerance lol
I picked up a Taurus G3 at the end of last year. I wasn’t even expecting to purchase a new carrier that day. I just needed ammo for the range. It was listed at 369 but on sale for 249. I paid like 290 out the door and it was probably one of the top 5 purchases of my life.
Great gun. 17 round mags. Great size. Great grip. Great weight. Fun and easy as heck to shoot. Haven’t had any issues and do recommend.
I have one as well. No issues whatsoever
I have a G3 as well! First pistol I’ve owned and I love it. Just don’t use Venom bullets. They jam
I bought a Taurus G3C as my first handgun and I liked it so much I bought a G3 as my second handgun. I haven't had any issues with either of them.
Yeah this is a great gun.
It's my daily carry.
I also like the Heritage revolver line for under $150 for turkey hunting.
@@neverfallnewsmediaI wish I lived somewhere that allowed rimfire for turkey. Here it's only archery or shotguns.
My wife has been using a 9mm Taurus g2c, thing has been nothing but good. 200 shots without jam or fail. Cost her $250 here in Florida. Holds 12 + 1
I love me an expensive gun, but I have to say, for some reason my safe attracts budget guns like a magnet. Another amazing video and great work!
I've seen your content. It's pretty good. Only thing I hate is your g*n g*veaways. Because you don't live where I am & I have zero chance of getting something good from you. 😂
Because they're actually affordable, and still get the job done lol
I'm the same way, I've got a few expensive guns for purposes, then a ton of "budget" guns, mostly PSA stuff, cause I love their stuff
I've got Colts, Buls, and DW 1911s galore.
It's the Rock Island 1911s that I shoot tons of though.
They are like old 4-banger Toyota 4x4 pickups with rust and dents that just never die.
Shoot 'em up, wipe 'em down, then shoot them some more. Rinse, wash, repeat. Forever.
My wallet does that to me 😂
“For some reason”… lol. Here’s the reason you are looking for (not that it’s a bad one at all heheheh): “Why spend all this money on one gun when I can spend all this money on FIVE guns” xD
These videos are my favorite that Chris does. While I enjoy his videos with his $6000. 2011s, it’s nothing I will be able to afford ever. These guns that he has torture tested and are available to most of us on a budget are the most helpful and most enjoyable. Thank you, Chris!
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I manage a gun store. I'd say that 90% of your customers will NOT buy a gun over $350. So yes, we sell a lot of the guns on this list
*I've said that myself many times!*
i find that strange tbh. $500 even isn’t a lot of money
@@surefiresteak0292 Well, yes, $500 handguns are still affordable. Up to $700, not so much, they sell less. Make them $800, $1,000, $1,500, and they sell much less. The truth be told, most gun owners buy handguns anywhere from $250 to $500.
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Gun nuts will spend $500
But regular people won't spend that. They like less expense. It's hard to justify $500. People can justify $350.
Curious what state you're commenting from
Honest Outlaw got me into loving shooting. Honest talk, good reviews, no politics, just to the point. Thank you sir!
i agree
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People hate on .380 but show me a person willing to be shot with a .380. Or even a .22. Youre always my first to go to for this kind of content. Love the videos
right someone getting hit with a .380 will know they got shot plus you can just spray about 12 more at them they'll get the point haha
@@Broskee21752Saw unrelated comments from EMTs and Firefighters on a different video talking about scenes they've worked on where, you guessed it, victims were down and out after a *single* .380 shot.
Question is though, if you can get a similar quality 9mm pistol, why buy a .380 one?
@@drago939393 .380 is light and easy to carry is why alot of people prefer them. It’s a simple gun and easy to work it’s definitely a noob friendly
@@Broskee21752 Ah so the mechanisms and handling are easier for that calibre? How come?
Sry I don't know anything about guns lol
@@drago939393 it breaks down easier when you go to reload, it’s smaller, basically has no recoil and it’s accurate. this is why I don’t understand when I see people hating on this gun it’s an all rounder
The P-10 series is hands down the best pistol you can get under $400. Excellent in pretty much every aspect.
Yep, got my P10C with optics ready and night sights brand new for $350. July 4th sale and its my first CZ and I must say I can't believe I have bought so many Glocks over these models. This guns competition is the G19 and its better or just as good vs the Glock in every way other than customization and modularity.
@@shawnsanders9450Wow, have to take a picture of this from a Glock fan. Show it to my partners at work. We go back and forth daily about who makes a better gun. Jokes on them when our Glocks get replaced in 2025 for my preferred duty weapons, SIGS.
@@DS..69going from Glock to Sig is moving even farther away from CZ lol
@@adub1300 Not my West German made ones.
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You can never ever go wrong with a used glock or S&W. They are broken in and just simply work. Another great video brother!🔥
Just have to watch for barrel being worn. First Glock was G22. Had another, more reliable shooter, verify the larger than desired spread. Was easily fixed with a new drop in barrel.
P-10 is very slept on in many places simply because CZ has a smaller market share in the US. I have 4 P-10’s (2 different competition builds, an F OR and the .45 ACP) and it is by far my preferred striker system.
I am shocked with how popular the Shadow 2 is, not to mention CZ-75’s in general that it isn’t more popular.
I’d say the same thing, to a lesser extent with rhe APX/APX A1
CZ P10s is GOLD. I cant recommend it enough. Started with the S, went and bought the P10F and P10c afterwards. The trigger is super nice.
I did hold, I believe, the P10s, and that slide is just... I dunno how to describe it. It was wiggly?
CZs are known to multiply
@@voltekthecyborg7898 I have the P10S, P10C, & P10F and none are "wiggly"
I have the P10s, and my slide ain't wiggly
@@voltekthecyborg7898I also have the S and F neither wiggle, both are amazing
My Honorable Mention is the Shield PLUS, I see them on sale sometimes for right at or a few beans over $350. Incredible trigger, reliable, and more capacity than the regular. But again it is over $350 most times
It is definitely a good gun but I have never seen one new for $350.
@@kevinallies1014Today=Locked and Loaded -$315 ,Grabagun-$340, Hintlinders Outfitters-$343
@@kevinallies1014exactly not even close. For a new shield plus you are spending at least $500 out the door.
@greg9770 Here in ohio I've seen the Shield Plus with thumb safety for 399 new at multiple stores. With tax it's 429 out the door.
You can find them used for under $400. Let someone else take the hit for you.
SAR9 original model. I have plenty of rounds through it, and it's very reliable and accurate.
I bought mine at about $250 a couple of years ago and it is a tank. Threw Galloway Precision trigger, springs, recoil spring and optics plate on it and it is a fantastic gun. But in 2023 it is a $450 gun almost everywhere and you won’t see it less than $400.
I bought the Ruger Security 380 because of your review and I am very happy with it. It's my first firearm purchase and I needed a nearly do it all pistol that my girlfriend could easily shoot. She can handle it with ease and id comfortable if I leave it with her while I run errands. Now I just need a cc pistol for me and this video again helped l. Continue making the quality content that you do!
Kinda a late response but if your a fan of Ruger and are looking for a CCW. The Ruger LCP in 9mm is a very nice option. Sub compact reliable and has a large round capacity. They also have quite a few different colour options and some custom options like sights and guide rods, ect. And for the price of $400 or lower in my opinion it's hard to beat. Overall Ruger has kept up on their Quality and Reliability throughout the years and their customers service has always been great when I've had the rare occasion of needing something fixed or replaced.
Just got the Ruger Security 380, pretty much based on CZcams recommendations. I'm elderly, arthritic, and it takes me both arms to rack my CZ P10F, so I intend to carry it. Haven't shot it yet, but I know I'm gonna like it.
I have 50 rounds on and very nice thus far.
@@steammccracken2500 I'll tell, you, my little niece can shoot the hell out of that gun
My Taurus G3 full size has been incredible for what it costs. I bought it when they first came out, upgraded a couple parts, and put slot of rounds through it. Not one failure so far. I carry a m&p 2.0 4 inch now, but I carried the g3 for a couple years.
I agree, never thought I would say this about a Taurus but the G-2/3/4 has been fine for me!
I currently have the G3C and it has been AMAZING for me!
Bought my first Czech made P10F for $357 5 years ago based on Chris’s recommendation. 10K + rounds later - still running like brand new all OEM ( I did get an OR slide for it recently) Def great value for the $$
Happy to see my buddy, the G3C, on this list. 2,000+ rounds through mine - only malfunctions were either shitty remanufactured ammo or user induced for training purposes.
Love that thing
Same. What ammo gave you issues? I had what I thought was light primer strikes but after switching up the ammo I haven't had any issues with my G3c.
Out of curiosity, did your front sight loosen on you? Mine did at around 500 rounds. Was kind of surprised by it. Thankfully it happened at a range...
Anyway a drop of Loctite and it was back to wonderful. Great gun for sure and I'll eventually buy a few more for the BOBs
I've found the entire G series of pistols to be outstanding! Carry a G2c almost daily , really like the size and the way it feels In hand. No issues so far , 300 rounds in!
Too many reliable guns out there to gamble on Taurus
@@ellwoodwolf Outdated opinion sir. 10 years ago, yes. Today, you're wrong.
Yes, they are still a "cheap" company with low price points. But they are no longer a company that makes junk like they used to.
Lots of people who have put thousands of rounds through their newer models attest to that.
They also are a one-stop shop for all accessories from holsters to mags to optics that one may need. Very few other companies have such a diverse catalog of products, and all available for very reasonable prices.
You got no one to blame for the Tp9 elite sc’s boom in popularity but yourself, outlaw lmao. I joke, of course, but your review of that pistol is what tipped the scale for me when I was searching for a reliable and affordable concealed carry pistol. I also followed your lead and recommended it to several friends, a couple of which actually purchased them. Great video, friend. Thank you for all that you and Mrs. outlaw do for us common folk
Absolutely agreed. Fantastic video. Just picked up a P10-C and even though it’s relatively inexpensive, it’s been a bucket list pistol for a while. Super comfortable, CZ reliability, low recoil and great price. Thanks for mentioning the METE! I’ll be looking into that one for a CCW for the wife!
Taurus makes an outstanding firearm, I've been shooting them for decades and I have never had issues like I hear other people talk about
Same
Just sent Tuarus 856 (3000 + rds through) back for Warranty work, couldn't get it fixed so I'm getting a new one in return. Also have Tx22, G2C, Tucker 357, and Judge. Pretty happy with all of them.
I have two, a G3C and Milennium PT-140 in .40. I love them both.
I have two Taurus pistols now and owned a model 66 back in the late 80's. I've never had an issue with any of them. Great guns for a great price.
Still have a Spectrum. Hated by most but never fails to go bang.
I've owned the G3C for over two years now, just shot it last week.
Still holds up, only ever had slight jamming issue, fixed that with more lube and different ammo.
I originally had issues with a specific ammo, I wanna say it was just plain old Winchester range ammo which I've actually had issues with another gun I owned. Out of curiosity I loaded a few mags with higher grade conceal ammo and haven't had an issue since. To me, running flawlessly with ammo for protection is what counts. Like I said, I've had issues lately with Winchester ammo (3 different range ammo calibers) so as far as I'm concerned it wasn't the fault of my G3c.
I had my front sight loosen on me after about a year of occasional use. Thought I was having an aneurysm because everything was suddenly flying left... So it might be worth monitoring and adding a drop of Loctite on it.
But yeah, what a great gun. Smooth right out of the box with very easy to manipulate controls. No break-in needed. My only gripe is it feels top heavy.
Pull that barrel out and polish the feed ramp to a mirror like finish and you'll never have failure to feed issues ever again regardless of ammo brand...I promise you that.
Bought a PSA Dagger Compact with gold threaded barrel for $299. Came with two mags and a carry case. I was so shocked holding and shooting the gun for the first time. Great little gun for sure!
Edit: It also arrived in about 2 days
The Dagger is one of those guns where it's more of a question of how many you're going to buy, not if you're going to buy it. Given the price and legendary reliability of Glock 19 Gen 3, it is a foregone conclusion.
@@keres993 I put about 5k rounds through mine before I researched how to clean it 😭 0 malfunctions. Shot every type of ammo I sent through it
I quite pleased with my Dagger.
@@keres993 some how I own 3 lol
Did they ever fix the trigger pins walking out?
Back when I heard it was a problem. Someone said the holes in the frame weren't big enough to use OEM glock pins.
I'm a Jericho 941 man all day everyday as far as pistols go but I will say I recently got a Masada for $330 as I have to say I'm genuinely happy with it for everything. Concealed carry, plinking, or home defense.
I never thought I would say this... The Taurus G-2/3/4 's are one of my favorite pistols, it fits my hands very well, shoots well, no issues. I own HK 45, FNX 45 tactical and recently the S&W M&P 2.0 .45 performance Center, so it's not my most expensive pistol, but for the money, definitely at some places sub 250!
Hot weather summer carry minimal clothing: Ruger LCP Max. Yes, a .380, but extremely concealable due to its profile and weight. Sufficient mag capacity to get me out of trouble.
i bought one of those.....worst gun i have owned so far and i have 50+
@@davehouk5990. Please tell me why. Thank you.
@@mustangtonto5862 i would say accuracy, 15 yards and i cant even hit the paper and i have been shooting over 50 years. i'm not an expert on polymer type guns but it seems the barrel is bent or some other defect
Same here. Have several Rugers and this is the only one that has poor accy. And i have 2. Its big bro is fime and the 22 lcp2 is great. Their older .45, .22 and revolvers, rifles are excellent. Why is .380 max so poor in accy??? Oh it is reliable but groups like a shotgun at 50 ft. 4" at 21 ft. And i am a former pistol team capt , (.45 and .22) with a 294 of 300 av at peak. Not as good now, but 4 inch groups at 15 yds is not bad. 8" to 10" with this one Ruger. Factory said only meant for around 7 yds to hit a chest, or words to that effect. Maybe i am ocd but think they should be tighter like all their other superb products.
I bought the extended mag with 12 plus one rounds, which is more rounds than some micro 9s and still smaller. Yeah it’s a 380, and hard to shoot at long distances with it. But you’ll likely only need to be shooting just a few feet in front of you in a self defense situation.
I recently picked up a P10S as a smaller carry and love it. My main go to is a P-01 Omega with a Cajun Trigger Kit. With the P10S, I don't feel the need to upgrade anything. It feels great right out of the box.
I purchased a P01 Omega from CZ’s custom shop cut for an RMR Optic…it’s AMAZING
So glad to see a 22LR in this list 😁
I like that you review the Canik line. Being so cheap I was skeptical but honestly I love my TP9DA. It's feels great in your hand and is easy to control. It's very accurate and has yet to jam or stovepipe on me once. Doesn't matter what ammo I put though it. Plus for $350 you get a nice hard case, lock, tool kit, holster, 2 18rd mags, and a speed loader. What a deal!
Canik and CZ are both great sleeper pistols, I've never heard anything bad about them, I don't personally own one, but always heard positive things about them.
Got rid of my glock 19 for the G3. After upgrading a few parts(very affordable to do) the trigger pull is short and butter smooth. I am not professional when it comes to firearms and will watch review after review; such as this one along with hitting the range before making a purchase. The G3 is great.
Great selection under $350 and totally agree with the CZ P10 models. I own a P10S OR and a P10F OR, and they are a phenomenal guns for the money. The OR line adds a little to the cost but totally worth it .
I love CZ, it's one of my favorite manufacturers it's number 1 or 2. I have the P10S, P10C, P10F, P07, P09, RAMI, TS-2(orange), Scorpion evo3, and Bren 2. They eat everything, built so well, and look good too.
My own gripe on them is the grip texture, it's the only reason I didn't get one and went with something else. I could have gotten some Talon grips or something but I went with something with a bit more customization (psa dagger), one day if the dagger proves to disappoint, I will be making my stop at a p10s.
@@whatsup24_7I wish they still made a solid reliable rami. Such a cool gun and great idea.
@@i_inf0din254I have a Dagger and a P10C. The P10C is better in every way other than customizable and modularity. Also, my CZ optics ready model with night sights was the exact same price as my dagger that has a threaded barrel, RMR cut and slide cuts. Just looking at them side by side and taken apart you can see that the CZ was built better with better materials. If the texture on the CZ is too rough for you you can sand it down or wrap it. I will say though in a high stress situation that texture could save your life.
Dang I’m so between dagger and P10
The Heritage Rough Rider is a handy little plinker that can come with a .22 Magnum and .22 Long Rifle cylinder for under $200.
The CZ P10 S has been shockingly unsung. It hits a sweet spot between relative ease of concealment with zappy speed and accuracy.
Word!
Would you prefer the P10S over the P10C?
Diamondback Sidekick! I paid $320. It's a revolver with both 22lr and 22wmr cylinders, 9 shots and it's adorable. C'mon, who doesn't love a 22 revolver? Gotta live out them cowboy dreams.
Just got myself a P10S and I love it. It was between that and the MC9 but I ran across a CZcamsr that had issues with the MC9 going out of battery after 700 rounds and wanted a gun that I know will run out of the box. Imo Smith, Glock, and CZ are about the only ones in the budget category that fit that mold
Tisas px9 gen3 is a great pistol. 18 and 20 round mec-gar mags, interchangable grip panels and so many extras come with the best feel in the hand pistol I've held. $289 is quite a steal for this pistol!
Just got mine and it's better than any gun on this list 💯 Also another Turkish arms is my favorite is Sar9 it's the best looking, strongest most reliable gun made period. Look them up they e been making guns for over 100yrs
Id like to him review the PX-9
Yeah good luck getting him to review the Tisas PX-9 Gen3. A few of us have asked for it but nothing yet. I love the shit out of mine. I got the Duty version for $240 at Bud's and love every bit of it. Tried a Cylee green dot on it but it would take a lot of training for me to acquire the little dot as fast as I can the iron sights so I relegated it to my 300 blackout ar pistol. It will be better for deer hunting anyway.
You've hit it on the head with this list. The P10-C is now a few dollars cheaper than the Canik Elite so I'd pick the CZ all day long. Good Job!
Chris dude I appreciate your down to earth… community service and environmental consciousness honesty…. Thanks dude!
I like the Ruger EC9 and the Taurus 856 for cheap, reliable and easy to conceal.
Yea palmetto had the ec9 for $219 this summer, very happy with the little guy
For just a little more the ruger max 9 is also phenomenal
I bought my g3 because of this video, have tested and I was surprised how easy it was to pick up out of the box and use. I love the sights, thank you for making just great educational videos for us all.
I have had a Bersa TPR9C for a while now and got it for pretty much 350 (the best it will ever get), and man do I love it. It's a really low-key pistol that has very little aftermarket support and you really gotta look for extra mags, but shoots so well and have yet to have a malfunction.
Same here but I have a Bersa Thunder 380 Plus and years later 1000s of round of various quality and it's never had an issue.
I feel they are underrated Firearms for sure
I EDC a P10-S and couldn't be happier. Great gun and value
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I have hand an general strength issues (myasthenia gravis) so I am geared more towards the 380. If I shoot 9 it is a bit harder for me to control thus I miss more than with a 380 that is more manageable for me and I can place shots where I need them to go.
That is a difficult condition to manage. I’m glad you found a shooting solution that works for you.
Try the 9mm liberty civil defense ammo, 50 grain bullet going 2000 fps instead of 124 grain bullet going 1100 fps. Might help with your hand strength issues plus when the bullet is traveling that fast, part of the temporary wound cavity becomes permanent.
Give 5.7 a try. The S&W 57 is an incrible option.
@user-qo3yy9nv1u ruger57 has a manual safety (if that interests you). PSA has nice deal on 57 Rock . It comes optic ready and threaded with 10 magazines and soft case ($699 so don't consider it on this list)
@@williamrausch4245 I've shot the ruger and the S&W and I like them both but I'd go with the S&W. Worth every penny and you can get them with or without manual safety. They are just so incredibly soft shooting. My only complain is the mags are a fucking nightmare to load. I gigglee wjen I seen it very with a mag loader but you need that stupid little thing
Got my P10C for $320 absolutely insane value. Best striker fired trigger on the market.
CZ P10C is my night stand gun.. couldn’t agree more abt them.. feels great in the hand and excellent trigger
Your lists are always entertaining and educational - you do these better than anyone else, IMO.
That is a SOLID list of great firearms. Im surprised how many options are there for that price.
Bought the CZ P10S on a whim, not knowing anything about the gun except that Mr. Ayoob underscored the importance of fit and feel during a recent Wilson Combat vid. Picked up the P10S, liked the fit and feel immediately, and shot it well right from the box. Not sure why, but it just works for me. I've been very pleasantly surprised at the quality and precision with which CZ produces a few of their guns that sell for less than $400 in my neck of the woods. It's a bit bigger to pocket carry than my Reflex. But I shoot the CZ better.
I do think the Tisas PX9 Gen 3 should be there, at under $300 it's really really hard to beat as is the GX4, good list overall.
Dude.......DUDE!!!!!, that tisas px9 gen 3 is 🔥🔥🔥. I dont understand why no one talks about it. I have the fde version and it shoots like a dream. I bought the sig p 226 mag for it too. A $350 pistol that comes with a 18 and 20 round mag with a threaded barrel, good iron sights and optic ready I MEAN COME ON!!!!. Tisas did a great job with that pistol man.
@@shazam_daghost3427 I'm right there with you, the moment I see it not included in a list I am left feeling like somebody hasn't done their homework. It's literally the best value gun you can get and honestly beats out most guns that are double the price. I have two of them because while I was only wanting a "cheap" truck gun type thing this was so overkill for my needs but still the lowest cost I could find.
Exactly I have 2 of them super great weapons should have been in the top 5 at least
@@johnslaven483 yeah dude i agree
Got myself a practically brand new Stoeger str9 at my local pawn shop for $200, a quick clean up and she runs just fine, I love her
Tisas PX9-G3. I feel that this should be on your list. I have many thousands of rds through several variations of this model and they are fantastic in build quality and also reliability. MSRP is only $319.00 for the basic model.
I whole heatedly agree on the PX9 gen3! I bought a black Duty model a few months back for $289 and am still amazed at the value I got in such a great shooting pistol. It is the lowest cost pistol I own and my favorite pistol to shoot. What a combo?
@@lenculpepper9150 I bought my Gen 3 Duty for $240 brand new from Buds plus $20 FFL transfer and I have mentioned it before on this channel but I guess he is more interested in showing off his more expensive guns than what us mere humans carry.
Amen!! I bought the Gen 3 Night Stalker version with a Tritium front sight, removable optics plate, grey Ceracote finish, one 18 and one 20 round magazine, plus it comes with 3 sizes of grips. All this for $279.00 from J&G Sales. I’ve got about 600 rounds through it, with NO issues. I challenge anyone to show me a better deal than that. It has replaced my Ruger SR 1911 as my nightstand gun.
Love mine got the threaded barrel model off buds for 269$ awesome trigger for the price
Got my PX9 for $210 last year on Buds with 18&20 round magazine 😊 Then my Governor (Illinois) signed this dumb gun law. Now I can't go outside with it 😭😭😭
Buying the frame and slide/barrel separately, I got a Dagger for $249. That is optics-ready (RMR cut) and a threaded barrel. Sure, the trigger is mushy, but still works. The gun is surprisingly accurate and so far has been 100% reliable. I couldn't be happier with it.
Well yeah, it is a Glock clone after all. Therefor the trigger should be trash in true Glock fashion. All jokes aside the dagger is awesome for the money
I just slapped a timney alpha in mine last night and it's a dream now.
I love the g3c I have had no issues with mine. I own 3 Taurus’s 2 revolvers and they work well there all newer made Taurus’s. I have heard All the stories about there qc over the years but I think they upped there game and are putting out better products compared to the stuff of the past.
Agree!!😊
Keep an eye on the front sight on the G3C. Mine suddenly loosened at the range (thankfully). Drop of Loctite on the bolt got it back in order. Maybe it was just mine... haven't heard anyone else complaining about it admittedly.
My top cheap EDC is my Palmetto State Armory Dagger 9mm. It's basically a Glock 19 Gen 3 clone with a more comfortable grip. Their base model can be snagged on sale for $259, but if you want an optic cut slide, threaded barrel and suppressor height sights like mine, you can get it for $359.00.
Nice to find a fellow CZ enthusiast. I own 3 P10C’S & 1 P09. They all run flawless.
Kudos for mentioning the Taurus Gx-4. It's a little over $350 but it's such a great gun. I also have a G2c and it's great too, but the trigger is a little sketchy. I'm planning on getting the new Taurus TH45 or maybe they'll release another 45 acp soon. It's double stacked and under $500 you just can't beat that. Taurus is killing it these days.
Taurus really has turned themselves around. I do still have a few issues with their designs, but those are personal gripes that have nothing to do with functionality. Great low-budget weapon!!!
You got ripped off then because I bought my GX4 for just under $300
@@whatsup24_7 There's a recall on those. They can discharge when dropped. Did you check the serial number on Taurus website? Mine is ok .I got it from Bud's online. I paid for shipping, insurance, and also the transfer fee. So yeah it was around $365 for all that.
@@whatsup24_7Yep, I got mine for $260
If you wanna go Taurus for a 45 I would suggest the PT845 over the TH45 the Taurus PT series is great
G3C is a good pistol, and an awesome budget pistol. Throw a 30 dollar bore-laser into it and with the restrike capability you can practice endlessly without purchasing ammo, so even the practice is super budget-friendly.
This! Right here!
Please do a 380 comparison video! Ruger Security vs P365-380 vs LCP Max etc.
I’ve got the Ruger Security 9 and it’s a pretty well made gun that shoots good and it’s about $350 if you want something bigger than a .380 by Ruger which is a good American made brand that’s pretty good about customer service.
I think an important one was overlooked and that is the Mossberg Mc2c. It's 299 all over the place and it's a far better gun than the price would suggest. Excellent value.
I have an IWI Masada slim. My favorite and ironically cheapest gun.
Glad you mentioned the IWI Masada it really doesn’t get the attention it deserves.
I have The Taurus GX4XL I absolutely love my pistol it's my EDC and I trust my life with it on my side
I got my SAR-9 full size for $249 and it’s been an awesome gun.
Great video! Glad to hear my G3c made the top 10. So far no malfunctions! I just purchased it, and only have about 50 rounds through it. So far, so good. I know it needs more rounds to really break it in and find a malfunction, but I like the aggresive feel of the handle and its been accurate. Thanks again, for the review!
I bought a Taurus G3c and by far it's such a sleeper. I even 3D printed a frame for it (called the FOSS Cannon) and I haven't had one issue. I've only sent about a hundred rounds through it last time I was at the range, but it ran great and not one failure. I also 3D printed a Glock 19X frame and completed that build with a Dagger slide... do NOT sleep on the Dagger! Lastly, I also picked up a Security .380 and simply love how it feels and shoots. I never owned a .380 and I'm really happy with what I got.
I've slipped a Hough grip on my G3c it shrink my groups by half
👍 3D printer did you use?
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@@copcuffs9973 Pretty much a stock Ender-3 V2 Neo... the only changes I made was flashing it with mriscoc firmware and getting a nice textured PEI bed plate.
Ruger lcp2 is a solid option and my personal choice for a pocket rocket
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I always anxiously await your reviews, they are awesome!
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Yes. I absolutely love my P10S and P10C. However, I don't like the P10F. The grip is so big that the palm swell is in a different location.
Absolutely love my p10c and p10s as my carry guns! Can't go wrong with them
Great list. I would add the Beretta APX A1 Carry to the list.
Alongside the Ruger Wrangler I would also mention the Diamondback Sidekick. Aesthetics of the Ruger, but is actually double action and uses a swing out 9 shot cylinder that can be swapped out for 22 wmr as well.
I own the APX Centurion and the G3C. Haven't had an issue with either of them. Easily 1000 through the APX and about 800 on the G3C. My wife likes both of them better then her 43x and 19 gen5.
I have 5 Tauruses and they perform flawlessly. The only failures were user-induced. The only drawback is aftermarket support. Hopefully that changes with popularity.
Beretta apx centurion was my first EDC before upgrading to a Shadow systems. Honestly still love it
If you are a Glock clone kinda person, you can get the Bull Armory cleaver directly from the manufacturer for $350.00 and it is in my opinion a feature loaded sleeper.
Great review!
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It's a shame that beretta stopped making their APX line with the A0 slide serrations. You could stick your hands in a puddle of grease and still get a solid grab on that slide. Awesome video, and I take alot of value in the fact you listed the APX on your list.
I just bought my second Ruger Security-9 on sale for $300. I saw your 1K review & I know you’re not a huge fan of some of the modern Ruger handguns but the Security-9 is an exceptional value. I’ve taken it apart down to every pin & spring (it’s a very easy gun to maintain & disassemble), I’ve never had a failure with mine, & I just love the dang thing. I can see where the trigger could take some getting used to but Galloway Precision makes an easy to install upgrade kit for about $50. Kinda bummed it didn’t make the list but still love the video. Also love my TX22, that thing is amazing 💪💪💪
I would add the P10 M as the other p10 for less than 350. You can pick them up for 250 all day long new. Only issue is it takes a different mag than the other p10 pistols I own.
I have 2 Taurus G3 9mm pistols, 1 G2C 9mm, and 1 856 Defender 3". I put TruGlo Professional sights (tritium/fiber optic) on the G3s and the Ameriglo tritium sights on the G2C. The 856 Defender came with a tritium front sight. Yeah, the tritium sights took the G3s over $350.00, but they were worth it. All of them have functioned flawlessly. Today, due to some back problems related to sciatica and spinal stenosis, I am wearing the 856 in a 1791 holster and do not feel like I'm undressed.
the APX was my first handgun and honestly I loved so much about it, I could make it full sized or subcompact super easily by moving the firing system into a different frame so could have it be my car gun for long trips and bring my concealed carry parts for when I was out and about. The only issue was holsters were a pain to find.
Bought a pre owned Canik MC9 with tax for under $300. Looked like it had never been shot. And it comes with a ton in the hard case.
I hope it wasn’t my trade in. Piece of trash out of the box, got a new spring, no help. Will not feed hollow points. Jams nonstop, failure to feed, failure to return to battery, Canik wouldn’t make it right so I made it someone else’s problem
@@zkamm99 Maybe. Lol Do you live in Texas?
@@antzking8935 Illinois. Sold it back to Scheels.
To be clear, have had 4 Canik pistols, still have three perfect Caniks, the MC9 was the exception and should have never hit the market.
@@zkamm99 That’s unfortunate. Had a couple Caniks before this one myself, and they were great. Haven’t taken the MC9 to the range yet, but hopefully it’s not a lemon.
The Ruger Security .380 was a surprise entry. Personally I think the Ruger Security 9 should have made the list.
Ruger Security 9 (standard or compact) should absolutely be on this list of considerations, as should the Canik TP9DA (the one with the Walther P99AS mechanics) and the SAR9, and the AREX Delta M. Even the Ruger American Pistol can occasionally be found for $350 or less and that's a very underrated and under-appreciated pistol.
Agreed. Security 9 is a great self-defense handgun for your Average Joe.
Chris has mentioned in at least one previous video that he didn't like the Security 9.
There is a lot of competition in the 9mm market segment in that size as shown by other 9mm that made the list. There is not a lot competition in the 380 market in that size. S&W 380 EZ and maybe P365 380. The list was not top 9mm handguns under $350 so what would make the list in other calibers.
He did a video on it, and while I agree with you that the Security 9 is a great 4" pistol (especially for the price!), Chris wasn't all that impressed.
I am just about at 2000 rounds with the TX22 and ZERO malfunctions. It is a dream to shoot.
I got a PSA Dagger during the St Patrick day sale for around $260, and that was with slide cut outs and RMR mounting cut. Superb firearm for the price, 500 rounds in with only 1 failure to fire from a hard primer.
Would love to see a 1,000 round review of the Ruger Security .380 as it seems to be the most underrated pistol that has come out in the past few years. I might get one in the future especially at such low prices!
Keep up the great work!
Glock 19 and the CZ are the best choices.
Bought a M&P 2.0 on a whim. It was $350 several years ago, used, .40 cal and a 5" barrel. Literally one of the best guns I've ever had. Put rounds just where I want them. S&W always exceeds my expectations.
Love my G3c! Best reason to carry inexpensive guns is that IF you ever need to defend yourself, your gun WILL BE TAKEN for evidence. From what I have heard from folks, you may or may not ever get it back, but it will be at least a year before you do.
Definitely agree on #1. The out of the box value, especially compared to a Glock is very impressive.
Maybe it was pushed out of the top 10, but the Arex Delta platform (in multiple sizes) is also available for under 350, on some sites at least, and is one of the most accurate in my collection, and it feels like a natural extension of my hand with its balance. Easy to field strip and sexy looking too!
Very sexy. I agree. Recently read a full article on it in one of the gun mag publications. Older gun companies need to take note of some of these design themes.
I've been wanting a Delta for a long while, they have a ton of great features for the money. Plus, they just seem extremely well built, the Arex factory is very impressive.
I’d bet the PSA Dagger edged it off the list, but if I had to choose I’d go with the Delta
@@stevene6482 Good presumption. PSA obviously has much more market share in the USA. Not a fan of PSA, though, so I'll never be in a situation to compare the two.
@@TheOfficialCaseMade They're currently at their lowest prices. GZD has a bonus mag special going on now - get 3 extra I believe for 5 total. So now's the time to jump on it rockerdude!
I would buy another Delta but I'm stuck in Illinois hell right now until Fat Prickster gets the unconstitutional taste slapped out of his mouth. When it does, I'm buying the tactical version.
Did I mention the Delta is my carry gun?
Watch John Lovell's (Warrior Poet Society) review of it. Very honest review about the gun's strengths (and weaknesses, namely a very aggressive grip texture and stiff mag release until break-in).
Very good list, couple of very good options listed. Glad to see the APX again sneaking into the list, and could not agree more on how little the modularity is appreciated on it. I have one of the first Tactical Toblerone Centurion’s and have a number of different grip modules. Beretta obviously has grip modules in all the colors and then Toni Systems have a myriad of alternative performance parts. I’ve also bought a full size grip module, and cut the dust cover shorter with a bandsaw, after that polished the edge with a buffing wheel to smooth it out and now also have a full size, short barrel, long grip APX “Centurion-X”.
I just bought a psa dagger compact for 223, got the slide and lower on a daily deal and I LOVE IT, I've only put 500 rds through it and not a single issue
The CZ P10C definitely would have been my first hand gun if it existed at the time.