BEST Budget EDC 2023 - IWI Masada 9S Slim Review

Published on December 22, 2022
Duration: 10:52

This guide covers handling and shooting the IWI Masada 9S Slim, a budget-friendly 9mm EDC pistol. It highlights the comfortable grip, default optic cut, and unique trigger characteristics, including a long take-up and very short reset. The review, presented by an expert from TheGunCollective, also notes the absence of an accessory rail and thumb index point, while praising its magazine compatibility and smooth recoil for its size.

Quick Summary

The IWI Masada 9S Slim is a budget-friendly 9mm EDC pistol featuring a 3.4-inch barrel, default optic cut, and compatibility with IWI Jericho/CZ 75 magazines. It offers a full-hand grip and a modular trigger with a very short reset, though it lacks an accessory rail and a thumb index point.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: IWI Masada Slim vs Competitors
  2. 00:10Masada Slim Specs & Price
  3. 00:33Grip Comfort & Fit
  4. 00:51Magazine Lip & Grip Feel
  5. 01:01Optic Cut Appreciation
  6. 01:22Holosun EPS Carry Feature
  7. 01:31Sponsor: TrueShot Gun Club
  8. 01:52Trigger Reset Quality
  9. 02:21Secondary Shooter: Trigger Reset
  10. 03:01Modular Trigger & Mag Compatibility
  11. 03:31Overall Shooting Experience
  12. 03:47Sponsor: The Magshack
  13. 04:08Short Reset & Smooth Recoil
  14. 05:23Cons: No Accessory Rail
  15. 05:38Cons: Lack of Thumb Index
  16. 06:15Positive: Trigger Better Than Full-Size
  17. 06:30Cons: Long Trigger Take-up
  18. 07:22Cons: Grip Texture
  19. 07:38Size Comparison: Masada Slim vs. Shield Plus
  20. 08:04Conclusion & Recommendation
  21. 08:35Secondary Shooter: Summary
  22. 09:28Cold Weather Commentary
  23. 10:46Outro: Watch Another Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the IWI Masada 9S Slim?

The IWI Masada 9S Slim is a 9mm striker-fired pistol with a 3.4-inch barrel, a default optic cut, and compatibility with IWI Jericho/CZ 75 magazines. It offers a comfortable grip and a modular trigger group, though it lacks an accessory rail.

How does the IWI Masada 9S Slim compare to the SIG P365 and S&W M&P Shield Plus?

Compared to the P365 and Shield Plus, the Masada 9S Slim offers a full-hand grip without extended magazines and utilizes more affordable, widely available Jericho/CZ 75 magazines. Its default optic cut is also a significant advantage over base models of competitors.

What is notable about the trigger on the IWI Masada 9S Slim?

The Masada 9S Slim features a modular trigger group with an ultra-short and clean reset, which is praised for its speed. However, it has a long initial take-up, requiring adaptation to avoid short-stroking.

What are the main drawbacks of the IWI Masada 9S Slim?

The primary drawbacks mentioned are the absence of an accessory rail under the barrel for lights or lasers, and the lack of a dedicated thumb index point on the frame for improved shooting stability.

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