Wilson Combat EDC X9 - The Best Custom Carry Option?
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Thanks for the review! For my money this is a home run. Even when I take out my open guns to practice I always bring one of my 2 EDC X9s in part because I love shooting it.
Wilson's are definitely worth the money, you do get what you pay for. BUT, a more normal priced option that I have and love, and is very similar in form and IMO performance, the CZ P-01 Omega (convertible). I run it with the thumb safety installed so the manual of arms is basically the same as the X9. Never one malfunction, very accurate and the ergos of the CZ 75 platform are some of the best out there.
It’s tough to beat the P01 Archie! Definitely one of my all time favorites. Thank you and cheers!
@@KSGunGuy01 Thanks KSGunGuy, for all you do here. Love all your videos and appreciate your insights.
Thanks again Archie! That means a lot brother.
Wow!!!! The pre vid shenaigans are over the top!!! Really great review. Gonna hang with my beretta apx centurion. The wilson is awesome ; but the apx has many of the great features ; runs flawless and affordable too ....thanks for your time on these great reviews!
Thank you! The APX Centurion does look pretty awesome. I haven’t tried it but would like to at some point. Cheers!
Awesome gun. Wilson Combat continues to impress. Expensive yes, but worth it in my opinion. Great job as always KS!
Yeah, they are pricey for sure Knuckles but the shooting experience was totally worth it. A supremely good shooter! Thank you and cheers as always brother!
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I love my EDC X9! Like High end cars, watches and wine, we only live once!
This is truly the ultimate / perfect carry gun - game over. I'm drooling.
It’s an awesome gun indeed! Thank you and cheers!
Great review. I own a EDC X9 and it is my favorite and most reliable pistol. You may want to point out that it has external extractor, no grip screws to come loose, and that the barrel locks up on the hood vice 2 lugs like a 1911. 6k plus rounds zero issues with all types of ammo.
Thank you Chris! I did forget to mention the external extractor and will try to remember for the If I Could Only Have One coming soon. Cheers brother!
You may want to add to the next video that most people do not have just one gun and need to make it work for carry and range sessions. There are way better choices for carry. I would add that I bought this because of all the good things it retains from 1911 such as single action trigger. I did it more because it does not have the bad. The edc x9 has better reliability as it locks up via the barrel hood and not 2 lugs. No barrel bushing, no grip screws, no grip safety, external extractor which has always been the Achilles heel of the 1911. This is my range gun first and can also be carried or used for home defense. Buy a gun because you like it not because you have to carry it before all else. Edc is the most reliable and accurate gun I have ever owned.
Heck in this day and age of guns..a Tauras is dependable!! Heck Steve air McNair was killed by a $100 Jimenez 9mm!! Price don't matter bullets perform the same coming out one of these or a hi point!! Lol
Great review of one very nice pistol. Thanks to Harry for allowing us this opportunity to hear your opinion.
It has been a blast and another vid is on the way with it! Thank you for watching and cheers!
I just picked up a new Experior Commander 2011 in the two tone like this one and I’d say very happy!
You scored a beautiful color combo.
I have an sfx9, it’s a sweet carry gun.
Great review
How do you like the SFX9? I have a Staccato C2 but grips are a little thick for my hands so looking into the SFX9. I have an optic on my c2 so I’ll lose that with the Wilson. I know you can order one with optic but I don’t want to wait months so im just thinking of the non optic. I just don’t want to regret getting rid of my C2
Great review as always... Bought mine a year in half ago shot 4000 rounds thru and it’s performed flawlessly !! If you can afford it I highly recommend it
Thank you very much! 4000 rounds is fantastic. I think the G2C has really proven itself. Cheers!
{°too much beauty in one single gun°}
The real matatan.🤔.
Great review of what sounds like a wonderful pistol, one I can never afford or one I would risk losing after a shooting. I would carry something far cheaper so that if lost wouldn’t break my heart ! Thanks for sharing your experiences with what seems like a one in a lifetime purchase far to nice for everyday carry.
Thanks Mark! I do understand where you are coming from and many have mentioned the idea of losing it in certain instances. That would not be good at all. Cheaper options make much more sense in that regard. Cheers as always brother!
Great review, thank you. I got a great deal on a used one and have been very happy with it. As an aside, do you know if Harry has any plans to make holsters for the x9? His site doesn’t currently list any.
Nice review! Great looking gun, thanks for the video!
Thank you very much! I do agree that it’s a great looking gun and will be sad when it has to go home. Cheers!
I got one! It is awesome! It is so light and very compact gun. I bought Special Custom made! It costs me a lot but it worth it.
Great job family and thank you for your educate us all on gun safety. As well as gun selection. Education is the key in first line of defense thank you praise God
Thank you very much! Cheers!
I own the edc x9L got it at brownells in grinell iowa on sale total price was $2300 it is a great shooting weapon I reall like it the only Wilson combat I own I like it almost as much as my sti edge .40 it is a whole different platform Wilson make a fine precision machine
Awesome gun great review as always!!!
Man the breakdown is so smooth... my kimber and RIA like a battle to disassemble and reassemble
Yeah, it's pretty darn easy. Thank you and cheers!
Great review! I have been thinking about one of these for awhile and the price has been holding me back.
Having owned both, here are my thoughts. Both are well built, equally accurate and very reliable. The Wilson in my opinion is of higher quality, more refined and is finished better, it’s also considerably more expensive. If I were going to concealed carry one of these guns everyday, I would choose the Wilson given the fact it is smaller, lighter and overall more compact. If I were looking for a home defense, range or duty gun I would choose the Staccato P. Either way you can’t go wrong, both are awesome guns!
Awesome gun. Honestly I carry my shield or g19 more often just out of connivence. But this is my favorite shooter that I carry.
Thank you! I can see why this is your favorite shooter. Cheers!
I love these! Great video AS ALWAYS!
Thank you very much Aaron! Cheers!
Nice review. Well done!
I decided to purchase this gun (all black) and have put 600 rounds through it. I absolutely love this gun and don't believe that I have ever been as excited about a pistol. You can just look and feel the quality, money well spent. As I look at the one in the video and mine, mine has a shorter trigger and therefore I am betting a shorter grip, It feels perfect (and I wear large gloves).
Bulletproof is Wilson’s term for machined vs MIM parts. I have 3 Wilson 1911’s and an EDC-X9 on order. Crazy expensive but Wilson stands behind their products and they just shoot great. Awesome review!
Good to know about bulletproof! I do agree about their work being amazing. Sounds like you have a great collection. Thank you and cheers!
Got my all black armor tuff X9 is arriving this week. Retired so I am treating myself to a fine handgun. WC is located in my state so I am a little biased toward owning one. Own Sigs, but love the 1911 WC 9mm's. Nice review.
I have the same gun and color and I must say, this Wilson is the best you will ever find. This is so easy to take apart and clean . Hope you enjoy shooting it and I know you will.
Awesome video as always. The EDC X9 is a sexy gun.
Thank you very much! It’s definitely sexy. Cheers brother!
I would do some truly unspeakable things to own that very gun.. If I were going to order it from Wilson and had the ability to pick the slide/frame finish, grip size/medallion color, etc., I would get mine configured EXACTLY like the one in this video.. To me, it is absolutely perfect.
I'm thinking now about selling the guns I have now just to buy this one.... Wait, I realized I could save for a few years and buy the next gen, but I will endeavour to aquire one of these beauties. I would absolutely carry that gun most days.Thanques KS! Beautiful, and deadly :)
It’s definitely a chunk of money for one of these things but worth the price of admission to shoot. Thank you and cheers!
I have studip phones too. ;) Love that EDC X9, but it is just so expensive. Thanks again for the video.
Haha! It's an amazing gun but I do agree about the price. Too rich for my blood. Thank you and cheers Craig!
KSGunguy......This is one cherry looking handgun. I should have put on a bib first before watching it😳😳😳. As soon as I checked out pricing, my mouth became dryer than the Texas desert. You are killing me and yet I loved the video.😅😅👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you Richard! They are indeed great but pricey guns. I’ll hate having to send this back. Cheers!
That stainless slide makes the gun look so good! The pistol's owner spec'd it well.
Right on! Thank you and cheers!
@@KSGunGuy01 oh, I forgot to mention that your evaluation of the firearm is impeccable, thank you.
You are very nice to say that Felipe! Thanks again!
Those are both very nice pistols, I don't know if I'll ever drop that much on one. If I end up winning the lottery you can bet I'll be getting two, one for each hand. :) I love to see high end firearms that ooze quality!!
They are pricey for sure Fu! I can’t justify one either. That said, it’s a ton of fun to shoot. Thank you and cheers!
Hello KS, great review. How about Wilson Combat EDC X9 vs DWX Compact?
Nice Review Brother, Carry On
Thanks Big J! Cheers!
This is a beautiful piece. If there’s anything that makes the Glock 19 ugly, it’s this.
I do agree about the looks. It’s mighty fine for sure! Thank you and cheers!
Glocks don't need help with that at all.. yuk!! #SIG229
Great reveiw as you usually do, way to exspensive in my book , barell & trigger are killer , slide stop a complete failure for the price, no serations on trigger guard to boot. Thanx. P.S.
Thank you Pete! It’s on the pricey side for sure, but tons of fun to shoot. Cheers!
Awesome video. I need one in my life. I might sell a few guns to get one. I've been thinking about it lately.
Thank you 32! I would love to hear your take on it. Cheers!
Great review, Awesome EDC.
Thank you Wheeled! It’s awesome for sure brother. Cheers!
@@KSGunGuy01 question, have you shot the Sig Sauer P226 Legion with RX
No with the RX, but the standard is awesome. One of my favorites.
Could you imagine actually using it in a defensive situation? Having it confiscated by the police until the matter is settled. I'd be crying every day until I had it returned.
Yeah, that would be a tough pill to swallow for sure. I’d rather be giving up a Taurus, lol. Thank you and cheers Steve!
I’d rather carry the best gun I could afford and if I’m ever involved in a deadly force encounter I’d have a better chance of winning that fight. At that point the last thing on my mind would be the temporary loss of my gun. I will probably never be able to afford a Wilson but I am not sure I’d trust my life to a Taurus if I have a better option. I’d much prefer to have a s&w or beretta or Glock or sig or any of the other reputable brand firearms out there. Just my 2 cents.
They had my Redhawk 44 mag for 6 months. But I did get it back.
It's no wonder they say "Two is one. One is none."
Maaaan I was just about to write a comment like this. No way I’d carry a CCW that costs over 600, let alone a Wilson!
Yes if I could only have one would be great!
Great video review KS! However I am setting here trying to think up a new “set of values” to be able to justify $3k...
I guess I’m at peace with a Pointman 9 ...justification completed. 😁
Thank you Turbo! It’s definitely pricey. No shame in the Pointman. Those are really cool looking and I’d like to try one at some point. Cheers brother!
Old to this one KS but, does the grip on this cause big handed guys to having to have the pinky hang off the bottom? A Glock 19 is a lil too small for me comfortably. Thank you.
a totally excellent review
Thank you very much! Cheers!
I know honest outlaw gonna love this bad boy
Absolutely! Thank you and cheers!
I have always been a Stryker fire kinda guy but once I tried the EDC X9, I never looked back. You definitely get what you pay for.
It's an amazing gun indeed! Thank you and cheers!
I do love a gun that just wants to run like that. I get like that with a couple pistols I have when shooting off the reset. Flat shooters with a light short trigger... 🤩🤩🤩
Well said! Thank you and cheers!
Great vid, thanks for the review. I have the gray frame with black grips and I love this gun. The more you shoot it the more you will like it. Wilson just came out with the EDC X9L. It has the same size frame but with a 5" barrel and a large mag well. That might be a more direct comparison to the STI Staccato P. Also, Wilson will be coming out with 18 rounds mags for the X9L that will work with the original X9. You can also have the 4" version of the EDC X9 retro-fitted with the larger mag well if desired. Thanks again!
Thank you very much! Those gray framed ones look amazing. That’s what I’d go with if I got to choose. I did see the XL but prefer this size. I think it’s the right balance, especially if you decide to carry. Cheers!
Good video, keep the gun. Since 2016 pricing on defensive weapons have been outrageous.
Right on! Thank you and cheers!
Nice looking compact
Thank you Trees! Cheers brother!
The Star Firestar was way ahead of its time.
Compact in 9mm,
40 S&W and .45 ACP.
It was the 1991 Guns & Ammo Handgun of the year.
It had a lot of the features newer guns are now catching up to.
Single action only, Single stack magazine very compact, no grip safety. Dual thumb safeties that can be engaged while cycling the slide, all steel construction, hard chrome finish, cone barrel and slide inside rails like a Sig 210 or CZ75. Also very reliable.
Too bad Star went out of business.
You can pick up one in very good condition for around $400 or less.
Springfield Armory EMP and Kimber Solo, even this Wilson and Kimber Micro, seem to be more expensive legacies to the Star Firestar.
If you are looking for an improved micro 1911 the Star Firestar is a good choice.
Another interesting history look up Detonics line of Small 1911 style guns that preceded the Colt Officer's ACP. Very cool custom grade guns. But now they are collectors items.
I’ll need to look up the Star. Sounds like a very interesting gun. Thanks for the suggestion! Cheers Steve!
Awesome x 2 + 1 = (Wilson) (KSGunGuy) and special thanks to Harry for sharing. I covet this gun, but IMO the best carry gun is the most reliable gun that you're willing to give to the police.
Thank you Mean and I agree about Harry. He was exceptionally generous on this one! Thank you and cheers brother!
This is basically a 1911 and Hi-Power hybrid. WC loves to compare this to the Hi-Power
This is a beautiful gun, no doubt. It is also a joy to take apart a clean because the quality of the components is very high. However, I have not had the greatest shooting experience with my copy. Although the uptake for the trigger is short and there is a defined wall, which I really like, I was surprised to find that sometimes the uptake feels gritty. In addition, I find the trigger on mine to be far too heavy (more explanation on that later). Finally, over the course of about 600 rounds (one thorough cleaning at 300 rounds) I have had about 7 failures to go into battery. In summary, so far I don't feel like my copy is reliable enough for carry and for a range gun the trigger is too heavy. I don't have a gauge but my guess would be 4 to 4.5 pounds. For a range gun (which is what this gun is for me because I don't feel like I can trust it) I like a very light trigger pull of 2.5 to 3 pounds. I am going to do some trigger adjustments to get mine down in that area but if I can't I think this thing is going on Gunbroker. Thought I'd throw out an alternative experience. This is just my opinion and desired trigger pull is subjective. If I were to do it all over again, I would look really carefully at the STI Staccato as an alternative.
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s unfortunate yours has not been as favorable. I do agree that the Staccato P may be another option. I’ll have an If I Could Only Have One coming soon between the two which may help. Cheers M!
I would send it back to Wilson to get that trigger down to 3 1/2 lbs and do a reliability/ function check on it. I have over 1100 rounds through mine with every kind of 9mm I could find including various self defense ammo and it has has run flawlessly.
@@OpIndependence Agree. Sending it back this week.
I love mine! Wouldn’t trade it for the world!
Great gun but of course way too expensive for me. I'd love to see a "If I can only have one" vs the Staccato though. I can maybe stomach 2G's but 3G's yikes. Thanks again for a great review!
It’s too expensive for me as well Bloody. Amazing but costly, lol. It will definitely be in an If I Could Only Have One very soon. Just shot the Staccato P tonight and it will stand up well to the Wilson. Thank you and cheers brother!
@@KSGunGuy01 Great looking forward to it!!
Thank you!
Hey KS a bit off subject but I have a chance to buy a new in box CZ PCR for 500.00. In your opinion is this a gun to jump on. Thanks for your reviews and opinion.
If you like that form factor and manual of arms, yes... it’s a good deal. I like the PCR. Very similar to the P01. Thank you and cheers!
I just don’t dig the X style slide serrations....but totally dig you channel!
I understand AF. Thank you and cheers my friend!
I gotta have this!
Sorry, I don’t know too much about firearms. What type of magazines does the EDC 9 take? Are they proprietary or are they a common and easy to get brand?
I believe they are proprietary. Thank you and cheers!
Niiiiice! Did you order from Wilson? The styling is gorgeous.
Sadly, no. This is a loaner from Harry’s Holsters. Thank you and cheers!
Definitly needs more mags ! ;-) Nice gun !
I 100% agree! Thank you and cheers!
Dream gun 😎
Without question! Thank you and cheers!
The blacked out edition is my dream gun
I 100% agree Harvey! Thank you and cheers brother!
Love mine
Way to go KS u outlined one of my favorite guns. Price keeps this out of my hands also the fact I carry appendix and I would not be comfortable with the hammer back without a grip safety :(. I did not see in your review if it had a short cocked hammer safety Great review
Yeah, I imagine this would be a chore to carry appendix. As for the half cock, yes it does have one. Hopefully that answers your question. Thank you and cheers Sam!
@@KSGunGuy01 You are great, thanks
Please do a “If you Could Only Have One” with the STI and Wilson Combat. I am in the market for my first 1911/2011 and I would love to get your opinion on the two.
I definitely will Justin! That’s a must do video. Just shot the P today... wow. I’ll try and get it out as soon as possible brother. Thank you and cheers!
Get the STI Staccato P. Way better shooter, more capacity and about $900 less at the MSRP.
I got this for my birthday.
I see that there are no lugs inside the bolt and on the barrel, like in 1911 and 2011! How is the locking and fixing the barrel of a gun?
It does have the lug I believe. Thank you and cheers!
Great!
Thank you and cheers!
ULTRA NICE! 👍
I agree Youngguns! Thank you and cheers brother!
That looks like a beautiful pistol. Wow. I just did a video on the Staccato P and I would love to see you do a head-to-head between these two! Thank you and cheers!
I have your vid on my watch list for tonight and can’t wait to see it! I finally shot mine tonight and wow... I’ll leave it at that, lol. Thank you and cheers MD!
Wilson combat appetite on a smith & wesson budget.............. nice review......
So glad this gun got the KS review. :)
It was a real pleasure to shoot thanks to Harry. Thank you and cheers Louis!
I love mine!
Right on! Thank you and cheers!
I came to the realization that 5 Sigs, 4 Glocks, a bunch of Berettas etc and a collection of 30 guns doesn’t make sense for me so I have a couple of each of my favorites and I’ve added more Wilson’s in traditional 1911 and EDC X9 variants - fewer standard and more high end but still a good mix. If you can’t justify the price and you have 6 Glocks you don’t use, sell 4 of them and get one of these!
Doesn't look too bad... too much for me though. Great video.
It’s a sweet setup for sure Alaskan. A bit pricey for me but still worth the experience. Thank you and cheers!
definitely an elite type of handgun
1776 or Bust do you even steyr bro?
A very nice handgun. Thank you and cheers!
FIRST!!! Great video as usual.
Thank you very much Mohawk! Cheers!
Yep got a chance to hold one not shoot it! I'm in love ❤️ my credit card would reject payment! My heart is broke!
I like it.
Me too Brian! Thank you and cheers!
I guess it's a gun I'd buy if I were Scrooge McDuck.
That imo is a collector's gun. No way on earth would I edc it. Like an earlier comment, you don't want that going to an leo station to possibly never come back. Barbecue gun yes. Edc nope! Always the best reviews om youtube!
I totally agree but what an awesome BBQ gun! Thank you and cheers brother!
Can’t wait for the Staccato P if I could only have 1 match up!
Thank you very much Cory! It will be out hopefully soon. Cheers!
If you do plan to get one, and if you're in the military or a vet, then call them and ask about their military discount. 10% amounts to a few hundred dollars on a piece like this.
My dream gun.
It is absolutely beautiful
It definitely is beautiful. A serious shooter too! Thank you and cheers!
I love the look and size, I just havent won the lottery yet....so Ill have to pass.
I shutter looking at 1911's over the $900 mark but man I would love to own a STI Staccato P or this Wilson
Both the STI and Wilson are amazing, though I totally understand where you are coming from and there are some great options around the $1000 mark. Thank you and cheers!
Just get a Rock island, nothing at the 1k mark is any good. Unless you get a series 70 Colt. Either go cheap and reliable, or expensive.
certainly the best looking
It’s definitely good looking! Thank you and cheers!
Dream gun.
I’ve had a great time playing around with it for sure. It will be a sad day when it goes back home. Thank you and cheers brother!
What size was/are the grips/back strap on Harry's gun?
Medium.
The STI Stacaato C is an amazing alternative at half the price.
Jay Macklin and 1/2 the ammo !!!
Christian Hardwick agreed but the STI is lighter and IMO shoots better. That’s why I think it’s an amazing alternative for those who don’t or can’t drop $3k on a 9mm handgun.
WOOOOOO!!!!!!
Thanks brother! Cheers!
I prefer steel/alloy pistols
In before “muh weight savings”
KS----no doubt its a beauty, and it would be something else to shoot..........but for the average guy to spend 2800.00 you could get a duty size, EDC size, pocket gun, and a 357 revolver...I would take the multi average guy guns over one elite guys gun..........that said if you have the money enjoy this beauty
Well said Russ. You can just about fill a safe for $3000, lol. That said the WC was an awesome experience. I hate to have to send it back. Thank you and cheers brother!
can you review bul armory sas II viper?
What were the engravings underneath the top of the slide?
Just behind the guide rod on the left side?
Was that Harry’s stamp work for proof of ownership or just the serial number Wilson uses? Thanks
I believe it’s the serial number but haven’t looked closely enough at them. I’ll try and pull it apart later and let you know. Thank you and cheers!
My absolute, most desirable handgun I wish I could afford. And yes I would buy more magazines.
Beautiful gun. Just beautiful.
It’s a fantastic gun for sure and on my wish list as well! Thank you and cheers!
Remember, when going by S&W published weights, they do not include the magazine.
That's true! Thank you and cheers!