Steyr M9-A1
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gbclarkson
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You want us to talk you out of a gun purchase? 
You are in the wrong forum, sir.
You are in the wrong forum, sir.
I personally would opt for the L9 instead of the M9.
Also make sure you get the trap sights.
The Steyr A1 has been my primary SA pistol for many years now, highly underrated. Excellent trigger, excellent recoil control, excellent reliability, excellent in all respects.
Ive 'converted' multiple SA pistol owners (esp Glock owners) by simply handing them the pistol and a few loaded mags. Their eyes tell the story after the first mag, their smile tells even more after the second mag, and after the third most are jabbering like monkeys about how they want one.
Designed by the primary engineer behind the Glock, and implimenting the features Gaston wouldn't allow. Not the least of which is the chassis system being copied by so many others today.
Also make sure you get the trap sights.
The Steyr A1 has been my primary SA pistol for many years now, highly underrated. Excellent trigger, excellent recoil control, excellent reliability, excellent in all respects.
Ive 'converted' multiple SA pistol owners (esp Glock owners) by simply handing them the pistol and a few loaded mags. Their eyes tell the story after the first mag, their smile tells even more after the second mag, and after the third most are jabbering like monkeys about how they want one.
Designed by the primary engineer behind the Glock, and implimenting the features Gaston wouldn't allow. Not the least of which is the chassis system being copied by so many others today.
Agreed, I said the same.
Many think the L9 is a 'long slide' but it is comparable to the G19. The L9 actually has a longer barrel than the G19, but both the slide and overall length are slightly less than the G19, which is due to its internal design. The L9 also weighs just a bit less than the G19, yet has much less felt recoil and 'flip' due to Steyr magic
$409.00 is a great price on this very underrated model.
The L model is a long slide model. The M is the medium, the C is the compact, and the S is the sub compact model. They all have different slide/barrel lengths except for the C and S which are the same. They differ in grip length with the S being shorter. It's how they compare to one another and not to other brands.
The Steyr A1's have one of the best overall striker fired triggers out of the box. The worst aspect is the reset. It's average in terms of length but, lacks in the tactile department. The trigger blade does not pivot like most others. Instead it slides in and out in a straight line. I like this style the best as it eliminates any finger pinch.
While they don't have any interchangeable grip options, I've not heard one person say the grip was not comfortable. Only one complained about the grip angle which is very similar to a Glock. Mag release and slide lock/release are all comfortable.
Some love and some hate the trapezoidal sights. I don't mind them and shoot just fine when switching back and forth with my other 3 dot set ups. I prefer the flush mount 15 round mags to the slightly extended 17's. I got three additional 15's for under $20.00 at CDNN some time ago.
Recoil and muzzle flip is very low on the A1's. It's due to a combination of a lower bore axis, balance point, and the deep position of the grip.
I have a L9-A1 and it's very + accurate. My buddy has a M40-A1 and it's exceptionally accurate. So are a couple of other M9-A1's that I've shoot. All of the examples I've shot have been at least very accurate. None, including mine has ever had a failure of any kind. My L9-A1 is pushing 9k rounds.
They don't have the most aftermarket goodies available but, I not had issues find what I want for mine. BT products is a good source.
Like any other model, they are not the end all be all. I won't talk you out of getting a very good model though.
The L model is a long slide model. The M is the medium, the C is the compact, and the S is the sub compact model. They all have different slide/barrel lengths except for the C and S which are the same. They differ in grip length with the S being shorter. It's how they compare to one another and not to other brands.
The Steyr A1's have one of the best overall striker fired triggers out of the box. The worst aspect is the reset. It's average in terms of length but, lacks in the tactile department. The trigger blade does not pivot like most others. Instead it slides in and out in a straight line. I like this style the best as it eliminates any finger pinch.
While they don't have any interchangeable grip options, I've not heard one person say the grip was not comfortable. Only one complained about the grip angle which is very similar to a Glock. Mag release and slide lock/release are all comfortable.
Some love and some hate the trapezoidal sights. I don't mind them and shoot just fine when switching back and forth with my other 3 dot set ups. I prefer the flush mount 15 round mags to the slightly extended 17's. I got three additional 15's for under $20.00 at CDNN some time ago.
Recoil and muzzle flip is very low on the A1's. It's due to a combination of a lower bore axis, balance point, and the deep position of the grip.
I have a L9-A1 and it's very + accurate. My buddy has a M40-A1 and it's exceptionally accurate. So are a couple of other M9-A1's that I've shoot. All of the examples I've shot have been at least very accurate. None, including mine has ever had a failure of any kind. My L9-A1 is pushing 9k rounds.
They don't have the most aftermarket goodies available but, I not had issues find what I want for mine. BT products is a good source.
Like any other model, they are not the end all be all. I won't talk you out of getting a very good model though.
wild cat mccane
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Despite being good, the resale will be zero. No one knows about them except for the people you are asking right now...
Also, if you didn't like the PPQ....
Oh crap. The resale comment is too late.
Also, if you didn't like the PPQ....
Oh crap. The resale comment is too late.