Unbelievably last week I found one of these in my LGS. I immediately put it on layaway so it wouldn't vanish. Went back Two days later and got it. Put 150 rounds thru it. Love it. Thanks for the info on the mags. Ordered some for the M9 as the A2's are nowhere.
I have a new A2 and LOVE it!. Yesterday, my wife, daughter, son in law and daughter in law all got a chance to fire it and to a person they found it very controllable, accurate and low recoil. One or two of the ladies had trouble with the slide release (it is a stiff lever). Daughter in law was a first time shooter and she eventually found the grip texture made her hand sore but some of that is (in my opinion) due to her grip being too loose. Worst part is the final comment from my wife. (you can put one of these on my wish list!)
Sig lifted the modular chasis intellectual property from Steyr. The suit is running it's course. The first version of these pistols was the M9, made when their USA offices were in Illinois. The original is my carry pistol. 17 rounds, smaller than a G19, but with a crappy proprietary not-really-a-rail. I may need to buy this model.
I can’t wait to get my hands on one! I love my M9-A1 and the new one seems to be awesome. Thanks KS for another well done and informative review. Cheers!
I recently purchased a Steyr M9 and it is my favorite 9 right now, it shoots softly with light muzzle rise because of the low bore axis. Feels great in your hand. Can only imagine a longer slide being even a bit better on the muzzle rise. Wish mine had that magwell!
I have an older model C9-A1, that came with 3 17rd magazines, and I have always loved it! Shoots like a wet dream, is compact enuff to carry, and is super easy to clean & maintain. I may just go get me onna these L9s...always enjoy your reviews brother, best to you n yours, MIKE.
I am in love with mine, just got it in yesterday. I am hoping to be able to shoot it this weekend! Congrats on picking this gorgeous masterpiece, and have a great weekend!
I love that Steyr has increased the modularity of the grip and brought in a much needed stippling. As for the deletion of the finger grooves I can take or leave those on any pistol. I hope that these new improvements make their way to a compact and sub-compact sized model and maybe introduce a hybrid like the G19X where you have the compact slide with full grip capacity. Either way it goes I love the advancements in ergonomics and if they would just make tritium trapazoidal sights for this it would be the ultimate. Thanks KS for another great video review, Cheers brother!
Putting some rounds down range with my carry pistol last week. Of course I stopped by the display cases afterwards and ogled a few pieces. Told the sales guy I was really only interested in a Steyr, assuming they'd have zero, as had been the case for years. He was biting back a chuckle as he produced a lone L9-A2 MF. Purchased it on the spot. Picked it up today and put 60-70 rounds through it. Damn, it's sweet. Great review on an unfortunately uncommon pistol.
I just upgraded to the L9-A2. It has replaced my M9-A1 as our main home defense handgun. I love the new and improved features and the trigger even feels a little bit better then the A1. I really like the trapezoidal sights but I wish somehow they could be night sights. I have an Insight APLc weapon light on it anyway but still wish the sights were able to be night sights. My only other gripe is the lack of after market support as I would like a nice AIWB holster for it but as it being our Home Defense gun that doesn't matter too much. My Wife loves our Steyr Firearms and shoots them great which is another reason it serves as our main Home Defense handgun. Our AUG A3-M1is one of our BOV guns along with our PS90.
I never thought about the Styers until recently. Don't like Glocks, don't like Sigs and don't like M&Ps. I have a Hi Power and I shoot it great, this gun fits my hand better them the Glock does. I picked up a Styer L9 and just absolutely fell in love
Finally found an M9-A2 online after searching for a year and a half at Smokey Mountain Guns and Ammo .It shipped to my FFL in two days and I’m picking it up today , very excited to get this pistol I’ve wanted one since they were released in 2019 it’s a great looking gun
I like the sights! Being raised on rifles I like a small front sight and one that comes to a point! My P 35 Inglis Browning High power has tangent sights with the front sight going from wide base to point at the top and it's super accurate. That grip looks awesome too!
KSGunGuy F.Y.I. I looked at my P 10 S I'm not sure if all P 10's C & F are built this way but the S model I mentioned the Slide Stop is just that! I disassembled it and raised the slide stop and noticed it is angled and doesn't allow it to be used as a slide release. I could file that angle so it would work as a slide release. I thought it was interesting they did that and if you have a P 10 still take a look at it and understand why it's really hard to use as a slide release. It's not going to wear in without modification! Cheers!,let me know your thoughts and findings......
I own a 5" Walther PPQ with paddle mag release and a Walther PPS M2 LE. This will be my first when it goes to the C2 version. Hell, I'll probably get both.
Ill have the chance to shoot one in the next few weeks! LOVE my L9-A1! Its actually my edc in a stealthgear ventcore iwb holster. Well balanced gun that compares favorably to a PPQ, VP9, or a P10c.
@@KSGunGuy01 OK. Ive had an opportunity to handle the A2 now. I love that the A1 magazines are compatible with the A2; however, the A2 mags ARE NOT compatible with A1s. The grip modularity is actually very well done and allows you to customize the grip so you can get a little more skin contact on the gun...these grip modules are not a gimmick...they DO make a difference in controlability. The texture is like a cross between the PPQ "squiggle" texture and the P10c or Archon super aggressive "chequering" on the backstrap. The bakstrap texture is very good, because it hits the meaty portion of the palm and locks in the gun without being uncomfortable. The PPQ style texturing is appreciated, particularly with sweaty hands. I took the A1 out shooting steel on a super hot day and the grip is very slick when you are sweating. I also appreciate that the texturing stops on the front side of the grip...thats where I find aggressive texturing uncomfortable (a la P10c). One more note about the grip: the magwell is fantastic, but something that I dont think anyone has mentioned yet (not you, 1776, HO, Firearms Guy, or TNSteyr) is that that magwell actually increases the lower portion of the grip thickness from front to rear. What this does is it pushes your pinky forward slightly and it makes the grip feel MUCH more substantial...Im not sure if I like this compared to the thinner grip of the A1, yet, but I will comment further after I take it to the range tomorrow. The barrels are exactly the same. The pic rail is much more functional than the standard accessory rail of the A1. Trigger reset appears to be a bit more audible than the A1, but I think I felt a bit of wobble in the trigger that is not there in the A1. The ONE thing Steyr should have done with this to make it a real standout would have been to add a factory optics cut. I dont know why they didn't do this, although It may have something to do with the thinness of the top of that slide...I have only seen one example of an optics cut, and I think there were some issues that the gunsmith ran into...oh well...the dovetail adapters are pretty good! From an aesthetic perspective...I actually like the streamlined looks of the A1 better...I think the A2 looks a bit busy...it reminds me more of a competition gun, which isnt a bad thing, just a personal preference. Final thoughts are that the A2 is definitely an upgrade. I think it sacrifices looks for function, but if Steyr can gain popularity and support through modularity, then this is ultimately a great move for them...their handguns are SO good, they just dont get the attention, because they are a small company with no marketing budget.
Id certainly watch a Steyr vs PPQ vs P10c gun comparison video. I own many CZ steel frame pistols and a PPQ Gen 1, but never handled a Steyr. Thanks for posting video
Nice job KS.Im on my way home from STEYR_ARMS_usa and have updated info on them . For those looking to purchase one they will be available August the 19th in the USA.
I love the way you review firearms , well detailed and accurate. Maybe you can review an underrated brand , the Bersa's particularly the TPR9C. Thanks.
I had a M9, several years ago, and it was almost 100%, in terms of reliability. It was a fun gun to shoot, and my roommate and I had one in .40 S&W, as well.
I finally got to put my hands on one this past weekend. I was allowed to run 5 rounds by the owner (whom I just met). I sent the target a modest 25 feet down range to shoot at a 5 inch ring with a 1.25 bull. The sights did startle me a bit at first, but I took my time and learned to read then before taking a shot. I allowed a full trigger reset after shots 1 and 2, then between 3 & 4 I held on the shot to see if i could ride the reset, and no issues, I believe it is tactile enough. I dropped the mag for the last shot so the gun was a light as possible, and squeezed off the fifth shot. I was more than please with the accuracy, all 5 rounds fully inside the bullseye, not even touching the outer ring. The ergonomics, trigger and ease of shooting certainly made those 5 rounds the best of the 300 or so I shot Sunday. I cant wait to get my hands on another one and push the target down range to fully appreciate this work of art.
Wow, seems to shoot so flat! If you can remember them all, which are your two picks for low recoil, accuracy: Canik TP9 Elite Combat Executive Steyr L9-A2 MF Rex Delta Beretta APX Centurion Combat FN-509T Big fan of your approachable style. Simple and to the point.
My favorite LGS doesn't stock Steyr firearms due to lack of sales, but they will order them if asked. I had an M9-A1 model and really liked it. I will definitely be looking at getting one of the newer models when they are available. Thanks for another great video.
Only a little aesthetics away from perfect, this one. That grip + magwell looks amazing. The accessory rail could use a bit more work and like you said, i would enjoy a little texture at the front, but it is a good looking gun.
I Love my gen4 L9, with combat loading, (with the slide open, slam a fresh mag in, and it loads into battery, without needing to use the release) and excellent trigger. Very flat shooting, and low recoil. My wish list would be larger capacity mags, and a brighter front sight, maybe a steel guide rod. I've improved mine with a Ranger Point, weight, and steel rod. Shoots so sweet!
I love that there's a new Steyr, but I really wish some aftermarket companies would support them. I'm sure any trigger modifications (lighter weight) for them would be more than welcome (although that newer trigger does look nice compared to the old one in terms of pre-travel and over-travel and reset distance). Thanks for the review KS!
Good pistol, but they left out an optics cut for the price they are asking for this pistol. CZ added an optics cut to their P10C pistol and released the long and compact versions. Steyr couldn’t figure out that the trend is towards optics ready pistols? Good pistol, but good is the enemy of better. Perhaps they will come out with an optics ready pistol. The marketplace is asking for more features at better prices.
Quality Guru I agree to an extent. An MOS cut makes for a great nightstand gun but for EDC having a red dot in an IWB set up is a pain.... literally. They may release one in the future, but that roller bearing under the front sight may be a factor. I will still choose a steyr over a P10 for the ergos alone and the trapezoidal sights are amazingly quick and accurate compared to the traditional 3 dot set up. Both the CZ and the steyr beat the pants off of any Glock as far as looks, ergos, quality and overall reliability though. It didn’t take steyr or CZ 5 gens of the same handguns to reach perfection.
Great review KS. I am looking to add to the collection this year and thanks for your recommendation. My top personal gun is the H&K VP9 . It is hard to buy a brand u don't know let alone a perceived step down or exceded price point. At least u have added to my knowledge (database).
The Steyer is a good gun like the first one was. The problem is them seemingly not diving deep i to US market. Would be worried about support and parts will always be a concern. Great video as always.
Imagine that with some Brass Mag Bases, Tungsten Guide Spring, and a Flashlight on it... I really like it, I just wish Agency Arms or someone would make a sexy trigger for it.
When it comes to poly striker pistols I'm more interested in the compacts. I haven't even seen a decent picture of the c9a2 yet but I imagine that's the biggest seller of the three in the US.
These are great guns. I wouldn't say it's underrated, because anyone I've known to shoot one loves them. And they're made here in Alabama, just outside of Birmingham.
The FCU is the same, so your existing .40S&W, or .357SIG slide and barrel, will work on the frame+FCU of a new A2 model. You just need to get the same length of the frame. I think the .357SIG was only produced in M-size, so you would want to buy a M9-A2 MF, and simply put the .357 SIG slide onto the M9-A2 MF frame. Bingo.
Mannn, I was really liking this gun and really hopeful for it, was contemplating making it my EDC, but I just hit 330 rounds and my backplate is loose/ drooping in the right side, Steyr said “absolutely not normal” - waiting for next response- but I am beyond disappointed
I’m not scared to drop a dime on something new and try it out. However the only steyr’s I’ve come across locally have been in .40 cal. I have no use for the caliber especially when I’ve got a collection full of 9mm. If I could find one I’d try it for sure. I never jumped on that .40 bandwagon and the only pistols I had in the caliber I got from some of my border patrol buddies.
Yeah they never come up and when they do always in .40. I think people like them that much and never sell them. I search once a week on armslist in wa state. I've only seen 3 used ones in the last 4-5 years.
I think you can get conversion barrels to go to 9mm Rooster. Matteo has mentioned that a couple of times if I remember correctly. If you can get a 40 at a goof price, might be worth a go. Thank you and cheers brother!
I really wish the Walther PDP had taken some design cues from the Steyr. That high bore axis from the PPQ is unchanged. Btw, is the Steyr a partially cocked striker like the Glock?
12:05 at least with the old M9 A1s you don't need to do your "trick" with pulling the trigger, just set the slide on it and rack it all the way back like it would when shooting (with some authority). Pops the lever right up.
@@DoctorRimfire_PhD not sure, im using the fabric all purpose type, dont have a choice as its standard issue gear only. Mine is a Chinese type( not bad quality actually) for both pistol and taser
@@bobbywhite1645 I think Steyr is very proud of their unique trapezoid sights so I doubt they will do anything to take focus off them. But that’s just a guess on my part, I have no information to say they will or won’t.
@@saxtx09 Just a model with the option like Beretta does with the APX might be nice though. I'd probably buy that. But I agree the trapezoid sights are pretty cool and they probably wouldn't work as a co witness platform for an optic
On Steyr's website, only the L, M, and C models are mentioned. There's no mention of the S model. Also, as of this date (aug 26), only the L model is available. Has your rep. said when the M and C will start shipping?
I wonder how this compares to the Beretta APX. Does anyone have any insight between these two? The Steyr L9-A2 MF kind of looks like a combination of the M&P, Sig X-series, and CZ P-07/10 .
I kinda want to wait until they sell just the grip modules like sig does But knowing steyrs snail pace at getting things out here in the US it could definitely be awhile
I have both and love them. I get a few more keyholes with the Steyr, probably because of the lower bore axis. But both are very accurate and feel great in the hand. You won't be disappointed with either one 👍
Great video. Man did styer sleep with glock. The "hump" is even worse that the glock and VP 9. I really dont know how people can find any hump comfortable. Baffles me. My genetics , "hand" must be from the J. Moses chromosome. Lol
Great review as always but for money IMHO I cant imagine anything that is better than a Cz P10 Optics Ready or Walther PPQ. After i see some reviews with atleast 5k rounds through it without a failure and thrown in some water, sand, dirt and mud ill give it a fair chance to convert me :)
@@platinummarketingservices8448 I consider them tied as the best. Both amazing guns. Only changes to them is a set of trijicon hd night sights for both. Nothing else needed.
I have to disagree. I competed with a Walther PPQ 5" then bought a Steyr L9-A1tb. Only took me a few range trips to be faster with the Steyr so the PPQ doesn't get much use. I even prefer the Steyr trigger. The A2 does cost more than the A1 but my only complaints about the A1 are the magwell, mag ejection, and magazine base plates coming off when dropped which has all been improved on the A2. So I will probably be upgrading before too long even though it's not that different overall.
If you redesign a gun, don't get it mostly right, Steyr! The texture is greatly improved; but in the wrong places! Texture is needed fore and aft; not on the sides.
