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I purchased my FN 509c Tac after watching Colion Noir’s video on FN 509s. They are definitely great guns and I like that they don’t have the publicity of other guns. Makes it more special in my eyes.
I hear you. I enjoy mine too.
Don’t buy guns based on NOIR reviews. PAID REVIEWS DONT COUNT!!
@@imhim9194 it depends if you watch his all gun reviews you will know which are paid
I did the exact same thing after watching his FN509c video!!! Great gun!! Love the feel!!!
@@yakobtesfalem1494 no you won’t.
i love my fnx 45 tactical. i think they arent talked about as much is because they are significantly more expensive than lets say a stock glock or sig p365
I get you but the FNX 45 is a hell of a gun compared to a standard Glock for a P365. You get what you pay for. The fact that a 45ACP has that round capacity is nuts and awesome!
It’s funny I grabbed the fnx9 before Covid hit because I had never heard anyone talking about it then the 45s became super popular durning lockdown…I still don’t hear people talking about the fnx9 😂🦄
@@youngc1mission They were discontinued.
@@OEDArmsI 100% agree. I’m a Glock and Sig guy who’s looking to get something better out of the box. I’m trying to decide between 545 and the fnx
@@Scalpcollector get the fnx45t hammer fired is life
I love my FNX-45 tac and while folks belly aching about the cost it’s worth every dime. Just added the apex mag extender to make that thing 17+1. A tank of a gun that is accurate, reliable and fun to shoot. Adding another one to my roster this year.
Fn545T 18+1 /15+1 mags😊
I just purchased and FN 509C and I’m obsessed with it. Can’t wait to get more accessories for it.
I have a 509 CC Edge and love it. It has been 100% reliable so far with a mix of factory ball, defense and reloaded ammo. I shot this side by side with a friend’s 509 tactical and the comp made this a much flatter shooter and it’s factory flat trigger is very good on the CC Edge.
I love my FNX 45 Tactical, and 509 Compact Tactical! I am not sure why they are not popular on youtube either... They make the best optics ready from the factory without having you to purchase plates, they pretty much started the trend of thredded barrel as an option, and awesome supressor ready iron sights.
Everything you just said I completely agree with. Their price point is a little steep. But a lot of people don’t understand out of the box it’s got everything you need.
I think it has everything to do with the trigger. 90% of the community are just trigger snobs and completely ignore everything else about the firearm. Which is why Caniks, Walther, and CZ's are always at the top of everyones list. Every time you bring up a 509 in a forum the response is always "The trigger sucks though." Like okay, its a military grade firearm, not a competition pistol. The trigger is heavy because of stressful situations (i.e. NYPD had mandatory 12lb triggers for decades) and longevity of the parts. Walthers for example have excellent relatively light triggers out the box... But when they're pushed passed 20k their springs are known to go bad and cause reset problems because they were so light to begin with. FN's fixed their striker problem awhile back just like Sig did with their 365. Go ask any gun rental range how their 509's are holding up. I've seen several past 60k with no parts breakages or *reported* malfunctions, just recoil spring changes. LAPD tested this along with 6 other pistols to 22k rounds. The 509 was the only to not have an optic backout and also had zero malfunctions. These things are absolute TANKS, but the masses hate the trigger so its been pushed to the wayside...
Your not wrong I love the FN pistols and will continue to buy them and advocate for them.
I’m a FN fan but the trigger does suck. I have a bunch of pistols but if SHTF I’m gonna grab my 509T with that heavy ass trigger bc that’s what I trust and like most
Great post there, Jimmy. Also, most in the "community" are just obsessed with price! Your point about FN being primarily a military weapons supplier is a very well-made point! Spot on! The P90 and more lately the Five seveN have been in military/LE/Special Forces use for decades, and even in civilian markets, demand exceeds supply quite often, even with expensive ammo. They are obviously doing something right! They just don't care a fig about "ratings" and quantities sold etc. They just offer great weapons to those who appreciate their craft! Like me, and I've owned FNs for nearly 50 years! Well done there, mate!
Yeah I'm getting a trigger job ASAP on my fnx45 tactical
Ok, but the trigger being better on other guns outweighs the benefits of the 509's being more durable. How long do you think it'll take your average shooter to get to 20k+ rounds and start needing to replace parts? I'd much rather have to fix/replace a thing or two around the 20k round mark and have a good trigger, than have something last longer but the trigger sucks.
was just thinking about this the other day… such a great firearm (509) and my FNX .45 is my favorite handgun of my collection
They are awesome guns. I love mine as well.
Great looking guns and nice accessories.
I am a big fan of FN, from the FNX 45 to the 509's, and the new 545 and 510.
Hello. Excellent and extremely informative video!! I love FN!!
Thank you for your support!
Only have one FN currently, the 509 MRD compact with a RMR. Love it! The FNX 45 tacticool is my dream gun. Great guns you have there! 👍🏻
Awesome! Thank you for your support. Check out the FN 545 and the 510 they just came out.
@@OEDArms fn510 is awesome definitely the best striker fire 10mm right now as I said in my other comments I had the M&P,gen 5 Glock an Xten 10mm sold them all after buying the FN510 Fde an putting 420rds through it even underwood hot rounds an it ate them all an the recoil was great an way less than all other 10’s i mentioned above so I purchased two one black one fde an sold others.
I agree with the price being the reason you don't see them as often. I think FN is an amazing firearm
I bought both tactical models for the features and capacity as well. I polished the trigger parts on my 509 before hitting the range with it because I felt the grit that everyone loathes. It’s still stock save for the holosun red dot I added and it shoot marvels. My FNX is a dream gun, downside is only price but then again you pay more for stock Staccato, Desert Eagles and many other pistols. I’m happy with my pair of FNs. I just can’t fathom dishing the greens to partner them with Scars 17 and 20 😂
3 reasons.
1) they had the striker repeated failure on the popular 509 model. It's fixed now after a couple years with a solid piece, I can vouch for it, my FN 509 midsize was purchased in October 2022.
2) Customer Support. It sucks not good still.
3) it failed the water test more then the glock. I think the new striker has chanels for water so it doesnt plunge it. Somone needs to test it to find out.
Other then that moving forward they are great guns.
I agree with your number one and three. Thats why I put an APEX striker in mine for peace of mind. The water test is kind of a bummer, but the gun is a reliable piece if you don't go swimming with it lol. As far as your second point, my interaction with FN customer service was great. I don't know if it was because I was able to drop the gun off at their headquarters or what. But they were fast and very nice.
I got my 509T in the BassPro exclusive package. And I love it!!
Awesome brother! Thank you for your support!
I, too, live right down the road from FN in Columbia, so I find myself picking up FN products quite a bit. I am currently running the 509c tac for a carry piece and have the X45 tac for home defense. If you're chasing magazine capacity, I would recommend the Apex +2 base plate. 18 rounds of .45 ACP!
Nice! I appreciate your support!
Another awesome video! Keep it coming
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I bought the first Glocks when they originally came out and had several generations of them. Ultimately, though, I always felt like they just didn't have the quality and feel I wanted. I've had the FNX 45T for years now. From the factory it's 15+1. You can also add the Apex mag extensions to take them to 17+1 rounds of .45ACP goodness. This is a fantastic gun to shoot. It is my ATF .45. Period. I also have the 509T Compact. I've upgraded it with the Apex trigger (which is superb), striker and mag release. I run a Holosun 507K X2 on it. The only thing I wish it had was a manual safety, like the 45T. I have a Sig p365 as well, but prefer the FN.
As for why people don't cover FN? I can only assume its because they aren't buying off reviewers like Sig (presumably) does. It has surprised me how when i talk to people about FN just how many people don't know who they are, or rather, how few people actually *do* know. FN - You need a better marketing campaign for your excellent firearms!
Love my edc FN 509C. Quality is next level compared to most other companies. Not to mention…it’s sexy asf!
I have both FN in the 509 9mm and the FNX 45 acp…love em…
Hell yeah. Thanks for the comment haha. I love mine as well.
I have a fnx 45 tactical. I had it turned into a fnx 460 Rowland. I love it even more now lol
I'm in SC as well. New sub from me. Good info, my friend. Glock has saved my life bro, twice actually. I am a huge fan of FN'S whole line tho. Nice job... cool dog!!!
Hell yea! I like all firearms. Thank you for your support
When I first started shooting everyone who I went to the range with had a favorite brand, gun, type, etc. I went to the range with tons of friends and rented guns trying everything I could get my hands on. For me, fit was important, as well as how the gun felt. I found I shot best with some of the larger competition guns, which is to be expected. Almost every time I mention the FNX45 people told me the HK45 was better. But I liked the feel and preferred the FNX by far. It's a lot of personal preference I think. Some people swore to me that glocks sucked or were over rated. I think they are fine, right on part with a few others I shot in the same price range & category.
fn 509 tactical was the fist pistol i purchased and has been my edc for the past 3 years. the fnx45 tactical was the second gun i bought and has been my bedside gun for the last 3 years.
You defiantly did not go wrong brother!
I have the fnx9 for edc. I wanted a 1911 type handgun without 1911 upkeep. Love this gun and I love the 17rd capacity.
Nice that’s a awesome gun. I would love to get my hands on one.
I've got the FNX45 Tactical, and I'd love the FNX9. Just wish they had a Tactical version
Love FDEZ_werkz! They make great barrels! I think he’s getting a store front
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Sig definitely paying CZcamsrs lately. All of a sudden, starting a few months ago, a prominent, favorite CZcamsr of mine came out with several videos about Sigs, “switching from Glock to Sig” type videos. Some of you most definitely know who I’m talking about
Awesome! Thank you. Yeah defiantly know a few big Tubers that are now Sig Fanboys. I like their pistols so it is what it is.
Nice vid. Up here in Canada it's really interesting. The FN 509 standard model sells for $600, and I got rid of mine because when they released here, there weren't any trigger options but that stock trigger is the worst on the market. Gritty sludge is the best description. The optic ready Tactical version has the threaded barrel, the night sights and optic mount, and are selling for $1400-1500, and they come with that same garbage trigger!! It's mind-blowing!
Yeah I see a lot of company’s switching from their hinged trigger design to normal triggers. Hopefully FN will as well. Or I’m fine with the trigger but just lower the price.
I own 2 FN handguns and love them, but the reason why alot of people don't like to buy FN handguns is because every time they come out with a new model the old models become obsolete, and u can't find parts for them because FN stops making parts for their older models, is to where most other companies continue to make the older models and parts for them as well. FN's are great handguns but FN needs to keep making parts for their older models that people spent their hard earned money on. And also FN needs to offer more aftermarket parts as well, they especially need to offer aftermarket barrels so u can have threaded and non threaded versions. I hope this answered your question. Thanks for the great video appreciate it and stay safe.
I don’t know why not…. Great question…. I would imagine they would be part of the top 3…. Great video…. Never knew what that o-ring was for. Changed my trigger out the day I got my 509T…. Addded a apex enhancement trigger
I have the FNX-45 Tactical and the FN 509 Midsize and I love them both! Great guns...lots of fun! They feel great in the hands, especially the 509! The trigger did take some getting used to on the 45. The trigger isn't bad on the 509, but to make it smoother, I'm going to put an Apex trigger on it..
Awesome I love the guns as well. Thank you for your support!
Did they change the trigger a bit on the midsize tactical?
The trigger on my 509c tac was mushy out of the box, but I dry fired it around 1500 times over the course of a month. Now, it's smoothly crisp and resets perfectly. Personally, I would save the money on that upgrade and put it towards ammo.
Had to subscribe, great content brother
Thank you, Brother!
FN is the way to go, good post!!
Thanks brother! 😎
Agree, price is the issue….love my FN’S
I just got a FNM509 MRD. Arrived yesterday and Ill be starting the 2 week waiting period in WA monday. My first gun. Im stoked. Paid 799 for the bundle with 5 mags. I wanted a p320 but couldnt find the right model so I decided to pay more and get a FN. I feel like I made a good choice.
Meanwhile, it's been2 months. Are you happy?. Have you changed anything ?
Just bought the FN 545 Tactical 9/10 days ago because it all but matches my 509 and ordered new holsters for it, LOOK out, RANGE IM COMING . Yes, get the jig. Dude really nice weapon.
Has our military ever used an FN ? The other two have been.
Most of the M4s now are FN but as far as pistols I'm not too sure.
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Hello, german here. I think they aren't talked about because of the brand. FN is a name you only really know if you're a gun enthusiast. Here in germany, we don't have as many firearms, but most people have heard of Glock, Sig Sauer or Heckler & Koch at some point. It's kinda like with cars. Everybody has heard of Ferrari or Lamborghini. But brands like Pagani or DeLorean fly under the radar.
DeLorean 🤣🤣❗⚠️🤣🤣 it was a 1981 model only, John Z fuched up, the company died. I was a factory trained technician at a dealership. We sold 22 cars. Nice concept, no winter testing. No hot climate testing. The PVR engine (Peugeot-Volvo-Renault) was great.
Back to this FN 509. It's a turd.
Love my 509t, great feeling gun. I just wish the stock trigger was better
Have an FNP .45 and a lot of other guns n cals.
Love my FN
I have a few and love them as well
I have the 509 tactical, no issues but the trigger is gritty, will probably send off for the Apex install. I think the biggest issues are the triggers and price point, otherwise they would be talked about more. Nice FN collection, they look sharp.
I feel the same way. Although I think if the trigger was just a standard trigger like 90 percent of the other brands instead of a hinged design, I would like it a lot better.
The trigger is just fine when you polish the striker a little bit. All the grittiness goes away.
Thanks for the input brother! I will try it out.
I tried a FNX45 the other day in a range and I loved it overall. However, I had trouble with the safety/decocker while using a thumbs forward grip, as my right thumb kept decoking it during recoil.
Do you have any tips about shooting the FNX?
FNX 45 is heavy, durable accurate with little kick up. never a jam. about 8k rounds through it.
They are tanks and I love them! My favorite FN
I respect the fact that your wml dont protrude your barrel length
Got here right after fn dropped the 545! And 545 tactical! I love the FNX 45 tac.
I need to grab a 545 or a 510, not sure which one yet!
I JUST bought a 509 tavtical yesterday. It came dow to 3, the 509, the 365 macro and the glock 19x. Holding the 19x made me remember why ive never owned a glock! The grip angle is goofy asf, hate it.. Held the Sig and it feels like its geared more towards ccw. The second i held the 509 i liked it, just feels good, feels like the right size, and has alot if features out if the box. Range day tomorrow, guess we shall see🤷
Did you use a heavy duty apex striker for the FN 509 tactical?? I so how’s it holding up ? After getting the fn510’s both in now interested in the 9mm tactical that’s how much I love the 10’s and hoping the 10’s have a heavier stronger striker I would imagine if that’s been the known issue with FN
yes, I use the Apex striker. Not because mine broke but because wanted to be sure it was going to work. It works great no difference really just peace of mind.
I own 4 FN firearms, Scar 16, Scar 20, FNX45 and a FN509 tactical. I guess the main reason we don’t see a lot of FN commentary is the price. But for me, they’re worth every penny. My FNX is my go to bedside as well. Cheers!
"as well," meaning it's also your EDC? If so, you a BIG FELLA.
Have owned both currently the 45t is my edc in a crossbreed. Wish there was a aftermarket trigger. But alas. Still the best bang. Was alternating with a kimber 1911 but i would miss the extra 7 rounds and my red dot everytime.
O wow that is a DOPE EDC FN 45 T your set for anything lol!
The 509 mrd-le is awsome comes with flat trigger not sure if its apex looks just like it but wow is it a keeper
Hell yeah brother, thanks for your support!
My brother has an FN 5.7 and that is a beast! Could you also do a review on the FN 545?
Just got an FN 3 weeks ago and took it shooting with friends they have Glock 19x Glock 43 and sig 365 xl we all had fun shooting we went three times already different locations indoor outdoor and I’ve got to say they all loving the FN and thinking now about switching over and I tried there guns but when I would empty the clip I just wanted to go hold the FN and shoot that instead and they felt the same way 🤷🏻♂️ and I also heard about that striker problem because of course after getting the FN-C I been researching it and I read that they had already fixed that issue there new guns aren’t coming out with the stricter problems no more so I felt better after hearing that and so far over 500 rounds not one issue, my boys Glock 19x jammed twice 🤷🏻♂️
Hell yeah! I know that FN addressed that issue quickly. My 509T is a first gen so I was worried. My striker never failed but I changed it just in case. Love the gun, it goes to the range with me every time.
Hell yeah! I know that FN addressed that issue quickly. My 509T is a first gen so I was worried. My striker never failed but I changed it just in case. Love the gun, it goes to the range with me every time.
Interesting video and some very valid points. I've never been a fan of the FNX-45 and with the exception of the ready optics mount. I think the HK45 is a much better pistol from an ergonomics standpoint, and the DA trigger is awful. It's a combat handgun and should be run DA/SA. I also don't care for the safety/decocker shape or position on the FNx-45. I don't love the HK45's either but all my hammer-fired HK's are LEM (DAO) triggers so its a moot point. As for the 509 I've been on the verge of buying one several times, and my only real complaint with them is that mags consistently didn't drop free for me on the one's I've shot. I am however planning on getting a 545 in the near future.
🤯I know having to scrap that rocket city grip was painful. He's one of the best in the game.
Good thing is I have other guns done by him. He is awesome and his Customer service is top notch.
I concur with the price point conclusion. But also FN isnt paying out for shills
Absolutely, honestly I think the only person that I know they are in cahoots with is Tim Kennedy.
I'm new to guns so I'm buying those with military credentials, is that a bad thing? Do gun sports enthusiasts prefer other types ? I don't want an easy trigger but rather stomg reliable one. So far I got an H&K VP9SK and FN 509c MRD. Is there a difference between military guns and sport competition guns? Thanks
They are Pricey. I have an FNX45 and like it, not in love with it. I’d like 509T but there are others in that price range that I’d pick over it (and No, I don’t have a Glock).
I hear ya. Thank you for your support!
I agree with the price point is why people don’t talk about fn. i personally love fn. everyone of my friends that tries mine wants one after til they look at the price.
I have four FN pistols: 509T, 509c, 509LS Edge, FNX-45T
Love them all
Damn got to collect them all haha. Nice brother! Million-dollar question which on is your favorite??
@@OEDArms if I had to pick one, im a little biased towards the 509T because I wanted it for a long time before I got it.
I think it’s due to the price point-they are much more expensive and then you still have to put a trigger in, red dot, WML and whatever else you want to do with it - you are spending a good chunk on a pistol verses a Glock or sig you can get cheaper out the door so it’s more affordable to do the add ons.
I get what you're saying. But you can buy a base FN 509 for 630.00 MSRP not too much more. You get better sights than a Glock and front serrations. SIG I agree the price point is good.
I've yet to find another handgun that out of the box had as nice of a trigger as an FNX 45. I have an XDm 45 and MR920 and while they're fine, they don't feel as slick and smooth as the FNX
The fn pistol line are my favorite I shoot them great. If you have a good grip the trigger won’t matter to you on accuracy, the vast majority that say the trigger problems blah blah have poor grip. When you have from the factory suppressor hight sights and the best red dot mounting system on the market sign me up. Best pistol on the market in my opinion
Thanks for comparing these FN Herstal firearms. I own a full-size FN 509 in 9mm Lugar and the FNX 40 in 40 S&W. Mine have proven to be reliable and accurate.
I love all the FNs. Thank you for your support!
I think FNX 45 is a great gun....I own one so I'm a bit biased! With that said to answer your question as to why they are not as popular is sort of due to some of the issues you described especially concerning the 509 and the striker breakage issues. And that probably scare people off. It did for me when I was at a gun store recently I looked at the 509 compact and one of the sales people mentioned that to me and I sort of backed away from it and purchased a hkP30 sk instead.
Yeah it’s unfortunate. I never had an issue with my striker but I changed it out anyway for the apex one for peace of mind. But for the price the gun should have never had that issue.
I know that every gun out there will have some parts that fail, but I have the full size FN509 tactical and I've run that thing hard. 0 issues outside of one time when the slide did not lock to the rear after my last round with an empty mag.
I love my fnx tactical, but it doesn’t get much aftermarket support the the others do
Yeah, but tbh I don't think it needs a lot of aftermarket support. It's a great gun! Thank you for your support!
FN and Walther get it. They make the stuff the customers want. CZ is close, almost there. Problem is, too many Sig and Glock fan boys out there. I have the same line up you do, 509T compact, 509T full size and an FNX. I love how I can buy it, slap a light and RMR on it; and I’m done.
I definitely see what you mean. Adding and optic, light and be gtg. I do really love my CZs though. Where do you with M&p fits in the line up
@@OEDArms I’m not too familiar with M&P. I remember I was looking around at them last year and was having trouble finding one that came optic cut, with high sights and a threaded barrel. Not sure if they released one since. I do know HK finally released a VP-9 that come with all those features. I may jump on one. I’ve been expanding my collection lately. Kind of tired of glocks.
I think why the FN models aren't as popular has a bit to do with price, as they tend to have an MSRP over that of firearms in direct competition, but I feel the biggest reason is due to the lack of military and LEO usage. the P320, and its predecessor the P250, were not widely popular until its adaptation as the M17/M18 by the US military. Since that time, the P320 has rocketed in popularity to rival that of the Glock 17 and 19, while only being since 2017 when it was submitted and chosen in the US Modular Handgun System Trials.
Although the FNX has a military linage being designed and submitted to the Joint Combat Pistol Trials in 2005, but ultimately being dismissed to allow the M9 to remain in service, I feel a lot of it's character and cult like popularity comes from that connection. Unfortunately, the downside to this lack of popularity leaves these firearms, especially the FNX line, devoid of vast third party support.
As an owner of the FNX 45 Tactical, I absolutely love this handgun. I do find it very surprising that a handgun like this, essentially a full sized combat handgun, has minimal support for holsters and duty grade equipment, when it very much feels designed to be a duty firearm.
I'm seriously torn right now. I was looking at getting a 1911 but that FNX tactical is very tempting since price is about the same
Check out the newly released FN 545 and the FN 510.
I don't have a FN509 or FNX but I do have the FNS-40 and it's my favorite ...
Nice! I love FN. The FNX 45 is probably my favorite.
All major gun channels talked about them.
And the hydrolock issue for the 509 is truly a deal breaker for many, maybe FN should change their striker design before it gets more traction.
999th Subscriber! Was revisiting the FN 45. I think Sig’s 220 series is badass; 320 is overrated !
Bro thank you for your support! I’m going to grab some SiGs and see what I think about them in the future.
Because the price but the fn's are my go to everyday in every situation. Also is my work gun but they are kind of pricey
Absolutely! Thank you for your support!
I'd buy an FN if I could but they are not on the CA handgun roster. Good video 👍
Gross!
When you're the king, you don't have to tell anyone about it.
I have the FNX45 Tactical in bark brown earth with the Holosun 508T the Olight PL-PRO Valkyrie and Talon grips on it, I love the damn thing! its a blast to shot and it 15+1 of 45ACP what more can ask for.
The gun is an absolute tank i love it!
Is the finish a factory color or is it custom paint?
@@greenacres4518 Factory, its a two tone flat dark earth, with the frame being a darker shade then the slide, NVM what I put up top I must've been drunk. bark brown earth WTF!!
I Love my 509C MRD even the trigger is not bad sure a lot better than any Glock.
I really enjoy FN pistols as well. Thank you your your support!
@OED Arms were you a DS ?
Is the grip still made out of super cheap plastic? I could squish the grip walls of a 509 easily with two fingers when I removed the mag in my local gun store. That explained why it felt like a cheap Chinese toy.
I love my FNX 45
Hell Yeah Brother!
FN’s popularity pistol wise is just so widely dominated by the 5.7 and considering it’s close in price to the 509CTac it’s more likely to be purchased by the vast majority. Me personally I want a 509c Tac because I love how concealable it is.
Now on your statement of Sig paying people I can tell you as a proud owner of 2 compact Sig P320’s that I disagree because these pistols may easily be the best on the market hands down. The versatility of the P320 from caliber to size with various conversion kits available are unmatched and by far the best out of all which is definitely why they won the military/law enforcement contract.
Also I have had my P320’s since they first came out a few years ago and I’ve had absolutely no issues at all regardless of ammo and my night sights still function as if they were fresh out the box! No lie you have to try one. Iykyk
I’m definitely going to buy one. Which one would you recommend? I’m thinking the p365xl or the m18 for my first Sig.
@@OEDArms I have the 9mm p320 and the spectre conversion kit
Those look awesome. One day I grab some SIGS Haha
Just from the great information you provided, why would they not fix the trigger and striker pin out the gate. They charging so much money for the gun. Glock trigger suck but they are reasonably price so that if you want to go get some aftermarket trigger you are not 1500 in the gun to upgrade like you want.
Glock has MOS versions for optics. Also the best company for base plates is C&H Precision, don’t need the FN o-ring (if people are not blue Loctiting or using Torque screw drivers then that is a mistake). Just got my FN 509Tactical full size back from FN. Finally looking forward to using a silencer on it. Hearing a lot about FN strikers - hmmm; hopefully not another issue, already had one out of the box. A FN fan-boy channel was pissed at me for talking about an issue. It’s a shame that people are not getting all of the information out to new shooters to FN pistols. Liked your Full honest review. FN doesn’t have the street cred with many shooters because of price point; and this “striker” problem I am unfortunately hearing about. $900 is a good chunk of money to pay for a pistol and to have an issue out of the box and now potentially a striker issue,…glocks and sigs not having these at that price point (but I get that glock owners are also changing out trigger groups and those horrid plastic sights). But I didn’t pay $900 to immediately have more issues either with a Glock. Best of luck. Great reviews. I am in the FN game for better or worse; the journey begins.
You have a lot of very valid points. I do like them but I agree with a lot of what your saying. I’ll continue to buy them because I enjoy all firearms. What suppressor are you going to run? I need to get into pistol suppressors.
@@OEDArms Rugged Obsidian 9. Give you 2 in 1 (if you so chose, by taking off the end section and making a “K Can” - a shorter silencer, but not as quiet).
@@russream3732 that was the one I have been researching a lot. I think the possibilities with that can are what make it so desirable.
@@OEDArms getting to the range tomorrow and finally breaking it in (509 tactical Full size). I used the silencer on a rental 509 tactical Compact and it cycled perfectly (I was having issues with my Glocks and wanted a reliable pistol for the silencer that already had a great optic cut option.). I was very pleased with the Compact,…but it was a little snappy for my choice so I went with the Full Size.
Get into silencers, absolutely worth the time (wait) and money (tax stamps). They are a game changer with shooting (pistols and rifles). I was always putting it off because everyone was always talking about the 2015 Hearing Protection Act and now people are talking about how the NFA maybe dissolved. My advice is, Don’t Wait….go get what you want now. There may come a time when you can’t get what you want. Best of luck. Thanks again for sharing your video.
@@OEDArms it’s not perfect. I don’t know if there is a perfect 9mm silencer (many choices; there are quieter choices, I was looking for something that was “tough” and fairly easy to maintain. (If you haven’t had a silencer before my best advice is; unscrew the caps a little and if it has the ability to be a shorter “can” then also unscrew that section a little directly after your shooting session at the range - this will minimize potential carbon lock once you get home. Your choice of silencer will tell you a “round count” for cleaning baffles and such; example 900 rounds - - my advice is that you look at closer to 500-600 rounds. If you wait to long or shoot “dirtier” ammo you will regret not cleaning it soon - they do like to lock up and getting the baffles out can be a Pain in the ass (so basically earlier is better). Also, it (silencer) will be a thing a beauty when you get it, all shiny and sexy,….just remember it is a tool and it is going to get scratched and dirty,…so, do a good cleaning but you don’t need to try and return it to a pristine state (you will enjoy it more and your blood pressure will also be lower). Enjoy.
Personally FN hand guns are solid I carry them.
People tend to complain about the price
I had a striker fail in my FN 509T. just replaced it with stock. My hinged trigger is getting better the more rounds I put thru it. Why did you feel the need to change?
I changed the Striker to a APEX enhanced because I truly believe its a better setup. Even after FN addressed the problem. Also with the Apex Trigger I really just wanted to try it. It is the best aftermarket trigger I have TBH. I really don't like hinged triggers. My Smith has one too that will be coming off soon.
Yes, its the price point. Kind of like H&K.
Can you engage the safety (on the FNX 45 Tac) while the hammer is DOWN? Like - decock, put safety on? Not one review has said whether or not that is possible. I don't carry that way, just curious about the mechanics.
Yes
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It’s price. Also there is no fnx45 standard version with optics plate, so you have to spend $1200 to get it optics ready with the tactical version.
An $850 optics ready non-tactical would sell better, even though it is still pricey compared to a Glock 21. $1200 street price is a non-starter for most people.
By the time you get a good CC holster, open carry holster, spare mags, red dot, etc you have a $2000 pistol. That’s a niche item.
The decocker being on the same lever as the thumb safety on the FNX45 is a deal breaker. In the heat of action, you are highly likely to over press the lever and decock it when your intention was only to take the safety off. Then you're going to be surprised at a double action trigger pull when you were expecting single action.
It's called training.
FN is an old and reputable manufacturer, but there marketing department aren’t doing a good job, there products are over priced comparing with there competitors, and I agree with you about the FN X45 is the best side bed pistol
509T is one of the most underrated 9mm duty guns. I have built out multiple for both my wife and I. I also have top to bottom custom Glocks, and a P320 X-Five Legion. I still do not understand how anyone can justify the quality/reliability of Glocks... They're not "more" reliable, and from a shooter ergo standpoint they're one of the worst in the main lineup of duty-oriented 9mm options (M&P 2.0, 320, G17, 509, VP9).
Yes, the stock trigger isn't great. Shut up and buy an apex, you'd do the same thing for any Glock you care about. The updated striker looks almost identical to the Apex HD, so not a necessary replacement. People baulking at the price are the same people that spend 700 bucks on a PSA 556 and wonder why they can't even get 6 inch groups at 100 yards. The 509T is 900 bucks, and for that you get trijicon suppressor height night sights, threaded barrel, the best RDO mounting solution of ANY handgun on the market, and then ambi controls, and a grip made for duty. There simply isn't a better package.
I had an FN509 MRD, bro. I liked everything about it! Now I want to get another one. But that striker issue bothered me, considering how much it cost me. So I let mine go.
Yeah I feel you. Hopefully that was just a few that had the problem and it isn’t an issue as a whole.
sub'd from your recommendation, gang gang
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@Bobby Dynamite bro thank you!!! Hell yeah. 😎😎
Everything that has a hammer has my attention. I'm just not a big fan of striker fired weapons. FNX 45 happens to be my favorite.
I personally think that FN doesn’t get the publicity that other guns do is because a lot of people won’t buy a gun and have to change things out right out of the box. The striker issue really hurt FN, and to follow that is that this weapon does have water submersion issues. Those two things are huge deal breakers esp for the price point…. I’m an FN guy and I love my 509c compact tactical. I have over 5k rounds through her and I’ve had 0 issues. It’s 100 stock. No new striker no apex trigger. The trigger I found got better the more I shot it. The striker issues were part of a bad batch that have all been resolved. The water submersion issues I have never done this personally but I intend to sometime in the near future. That said those two things hurt this platform. Ppl don’t want to buy a 900$ gun to have to turn right around and replace the striker or get an apex trigger installed, or eve have to worry about water submersion issues. When for 700-800 you can get a really good quality firearm that doesn’t have these issues.
I completely understand what you're saying. Those few things you mentioned hurt FN 509 series. Definitely because you are spending good money for a gun which one would assume would not have issues. Thank you for comment and support.
I was afraid to get the 509 tactical due to listening to a few striker breaks so this issue is resolved now if I were to buy one today in 2023 ??? I been having the FN510 2 of them an F’n looooove them now I wanted to either get the FN509 tactical or FNX 45 or FN545 the 10’s really sold me for sure been shooting them non stop with no malfunctions
@@hoodsta_Pizzo I haven't had one issue with my 509c tact. Got over 5k through her of everything from handloads, to reloads, to steel, to steel and nickel, to +p, 100gr all the through 147 and not one malfunction. I love the stock trigger. It got better the more I put through her. Stock striker. Now that I'm moved and settled I'm gonna test my own gun on the whole water submersion issue and see what happens.
The tactical is nice with no optic or accessories is it a realistic personal carry or is it to wide or bulky?
Asking because the .45 tactical is my absolute want this year
It's bulky. If you're considering carrying this concealed, it will most likely have to be OWB and with a jacket or suitable cover garment. You're never going to be able to t-shirt cover it, or carry appendix comfortably with such a long slide and barrel.
There are a lot of valid reasons in the comments. However, I believe the price point of FN are usually above others making them not as widespread or massively owned per-say. but in most cases(not all) you get what you pay for when it comes to firearms and the quality of FN firearms are second to none in most areas where materials used is concerned. But most likely they Are not paying out big checks to youtubers for a positive review outlook and prefer to let the firearm do all the speaking for itself-in a sense. IDK but I can't wait to get my hands on that FN 545 TactiCOOL
Thank you for your comment! The FN 545 might be mine soon thanks to you for saying something hahaha. I have a problem lol.
I bought the FX 45 tactical and had the most buyers remorse of any handgun I’ve ever purchased. It is weak in several areas that are essential to a long term combat pistol, is makes a fine nightstand gun and range toy. That being said, I would not want to take it into a combat zone, And yes I have been in a combat zone.
For my money, the HK 45 USP and the Glock 21 are far more durable .
I have Sig, FNs, Glocks, S&W etc... It's the price.... More people have sig p320s, glock 19s etc imo because of price point. People don't always want to pay $1200 for a pistol. Size is another factor my FNX Tactical is obviously a very large full size pistol, everyones switching to compacts, smaller, less weight same functionality and with round counts getting higher the gap between full size and compact is marginal. I think a fair comparison would be the FNX Tactical and like a Sig p227 Tacops. Similar price point, size, round count. I have the p226 Tacops and I love it. Again they're $1200 pistols?
I will say a 10mm smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 or Springfield xdm elite 10mm bed side but interested in this. My fav is 10mm though is it hard to get 45 calibers??
Damn man I need to grab a 10 mm! I'm thinking my first will be a PCC.
@@OEDArms I got the cmmg banshee PCC in 10mm bro I swear it’s soooo dope with a hand grip and holosun 510c green dot I switched the brace to the sb4 I got pics trust me it’s 🔥
Nice!!!! That’s the gun I’ve wanted for awhile!!
I spoke to soon the FN510 is my fav 10mm for sure I got the FDE loved it so much I purchased another one in black great recoil an I sold the M&P 10mm and the gen 5 Glock 10mm FN knocked it out the park.
Would you rather have a striker fired or hammer fired FN pistol?Have a good one.
FN I like both. CZ I would prefer their hammer fire guns TBH.
@@OEDArms Thank you.