FN 503 - Subcompact 9mm

Published on September 4, 2020
Duration: 3:47

Larry Vickers of Vickers Tactical reviews the FN 503, FN's entry into the deep concealment handgun market. Designed for maximum concealability, it prioritizes a slim profile and compact dimensions over high capacity. Vickers highlights its surprisingly soft shooting characteristics for its size and a clean-breaking trigger.

Quick Summary

The FN 503 is a 9mm subcompact pistol engineered for deep concealment, featuring a slim 1-inch width, less than 6-inch length, and 4.5-inch height. It offers 6+1 or 8+1 capacity and is noted for its surprisingly soft shooting characteristics and clean-breaking trigger.

Chapters

  1. 00:21Introduction to FN 503
  2. 00:39Capacity and Dimensions
  3. 01:00Design Features
  4. 01:31Trigger and Shooting Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary design focus of the FN 503 pistol?

The FN 503 is primarily designed for deep concealment. This means its dimensions and slim profile are optimized to be carried discreetly, even under tight clothing, prioritizing concealability over maximum ammunition capacity.

How does the FN 503 perform in terms of shooting comfort for its size?

Despite its small size, the FN 503 is noted for being a 'soft shooting' pistol. This suggests that the manufacturer has implemented design features to manage recoil effectively, making it more comfortable to shoot than many other subcompact 9mm handguns.

What are the key dimensions and capacity of the FN 503?

The FN 503 measures less than 6 inches in length, 4.5 inches in height, and a slim 1 inch in width. It comes with a standard 6-round magazine (7 total capacity) and an optional 8-round extended magazine (9 total capacity).

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