5 Pistols You Should Never Buy

Published on September 20, 2023
Duration: 20:20

This video provides a critical review of five popular concealed carry pistols that the instructor would not recommend. Based on personal range experience, the instructor highlights issues such as excessive snappiness, reliability problems in adverse conditions, poor ergonomics, and subpar trigger quality across models from KelTec, Canik, Glock, Shadow Systems, and Mossberg.

Quick Summary

Firearms instructor Hegshot87 advises against purchasing five specific concealed carry pistols: KelTec P15 (too snappy), Canik MC9 (reliability issues), Glock 43X (poor grip-to-capacity ratio, subpar trigger), Shadow Systems CR920 (expensive with a poor trigger), and Mossberg MC2c (safety placement, difficult disassembly). These recommendations stem from extensive range testing and personal experience.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 5 Carry Guns to Avoid
  2. 00:48KelTec P15 Review
  3. 03:40Canik MC9 Reliability Issues
  4. 06:18Glock 43X Grip and Trigger Critique
  5. 11:27Shadow Systems CR920 Trigger and Price
  6. 14:34Mossberg MC2c Safety and Disassembly
  7. 18:16Conclusion and Viewer Feedback

Frequently Asked Questions

Why would a firearms instructor not recommend the KelTec P15?

The instructor found the KelTec P15 to be excessively 'snappy' and uncomfortable to shoot, despite its modern features like a fiber optic sight and aggressive slide serrations. This unpleasant shooting experience led to it being on his list of pistols to avoid for concealed carry.

What reliability issues were observed with the Canik MC9?

During testing, the Canik MC9 experienced significant reliability problems, including failing to go fully into battery and suffering from dead triggers where the striker would not reset. These issues persisted even after a replacement recoil spring was installed, making it unreliable for carry.

What are the main criticisms of the Glock 43X for concealed carry?

The primary criticisms of the Glock 43X are its grip length, which is considered too long for its 10-round capacity when compared to competitors, and its trigger. The trigger is described as heavier than other Glocks, with a noticeable wall and a sharp blade, and significant stacking before the break.

Why is the Mossberg MC2c's safety and disassembly process problematic?

The Mossberg MC2c's crossbolt safety is poorly positioned, potentially interfering with magazine release. Its disassembly requires removing the striker, which is inconvenient and can allow dirt into the striker channel, unlike designs that use trigger pull for takedown.

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