Do NOT Buy the Tisas Regent BR9!!! Unless...

Published on August 3, 2018
Duration: 15:42

The Tisas Regent BR9 SS is presented as a capable Hi-Power clone, but with initial reliability issues. The primary cause identified is a frame milling defect preventing proper casing ejection. Modifications, including upgrading the extractor and filing a specific frame edge, are demonstrated to achieve flawless operation with various magazine and barrel configurations. While a solid stainless steel build, its sights are not standard Novak compatible.

Quick Summary

The Tisas Regent BR9 SS can have feeding issues due to a frame milling defect. A DIY fix involves filing down a specific sharp edge on the frame. Upgrading the extractor with parts from BH Spring Solutions is also recommended for improved reliability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Assessment
  2. 01:22Reliability Issues & Extractor Upgrade
  3. 02:32Barrel and Magazine Testing
  4. 04:38Technical Comparisons: Barrels & Mags
  5. 07:21Identifying & Fixing Frame Defect
  6. 09:19Post-Fix Validation & Performance
  7. 11:34Final Verdict & Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the common reliability issues with the Tisas Regent BR9 SS?

The Tisas Regent BR9 SS can experience failures to feed. This is often caused by a frame milling issue where a specific edge is too sharp and not filed down enough, leading to the casing lip catching during the feeding cycle.

How can the reliability issues of the Tisas Regent BR9 SS be fixed?

Reliability can be improved by upgrading the extractor, preferably with parts from BH Spring Solutions. Additionally, a DIY gunsmithing fix involves carefully filing down a specific sharp edge on the frame to match a Browning Hi-Power profile.

Which magazines and barrels work best with the Tisas Regent BR9 SS?

During testing, 13-round Browning Hi-Power magazines were found to be more reliable than the included 15-round Mec-Gar magazines. Using a genuine Browning Hi-Power barrel also significantly improved feeding reliability.

Is the Tisas Regent BR9 SS a good carry gun out of the box?

Out of the box, the Tisas Regent BR9 SS may not be recommended as a carry gun due to potential reliability concerns. However, with minor gunsmithing modifications, such as addressing frame milling and extractor issues, it can become highly reliable.

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