Canik TP9SFL Long Slide 9mm Handgun

Published on December 3, 2017
Duration: 15:24

This video provides a hands-on review of the Canik TP9SFL 9mm handgun, highlighting its similarities and differences compared to the TP9SFX. The presenter and guests discuss its long slide geometry, standard 18-round magazine capacity, and its positioning as a more streamlined, potentially lower-cost alternative to the optics-ready SFX model. The review includes live-fire testing, a discussion of a single ammunition-related malfunction after over 500 rounds, and a comparison with a Glock 17L, emphasizing grip ergonomics.

Quick Summary

The Canik TP9SFL is a long-slide 9mm handgun that serves as a more practical alternative to the TP9SFX, omitting optics-ready cuts and extended magazine releases while retaining an 18-round capacity. It demonstrated good reliability with only one malfunction in over 1500 rounds tested.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction: New Canik TP9SFL
  2. 00:19Stickers and Initial Impressions
  3. 00:53TP9SFL - Long Slide Designation
  4. 01:11Comparison to TP9SFX
  5. 02:00TP9SFL Features Explained
  6. 03:21First Live Fire Impressions
  7. 05:21Malfunction Analysis (Fiocchi Ammo)
  8. 06:36Malfunction Round Identification
  9. 07:16Guest Shooter: Mr. Spanglish
  10. 07:40Vis-a-Vis Running Gun Drill
  11. 09:41SFX vs. SFL: Preference Discussion
  12. 10:26Comparison with Glock 17L
  13. 11:23Cold Weather Shooting Conditions
  14. 12:10Final Shooting Session
  15. 14:04Post-Shoot Debrief
  16. 14:22Overall Review and Round Count

Frequently Asked Questions

What distinguishes the Canik TP9SFL from the TP9SFX?

The Canik TP9SFL is essentially a 'trimmed down' version of the TP9SFX. It maintains the long slide geometry but omits features like optics-ready slide cuts and an extended magazine release, positioning it as a more practical, potentially lower-cost alternative.

What is the magazine capacity of the Canik TP9SFL?

The Canik TP9SFL comes standard with an 18-round flush-fit magazine. It is also compatible with extended magazines that use the TP9SFX +2 base plate.

How reliable is the Canik TP9SFL based on the review?

During the review, after approximately 500 rounds fired that day and over 1500 rounds total tested prior, the TP9SFL experienced only one malfunction. This was attributed to a piece of Fiocchi ammunition failing to eject properly.

How does the Canik TP9SFL compare ergonomically to a Glock 17L?

The Canik TP9SFL is noted to have a more comfortable grip angle and feel in hand compared to a Glock 17L. Its less 'swooped' grip design is cited as a contributing factor to its perceived superior ergonomics.

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