Grand Power Stribog SP9A1

Published on February 5, 2020
Duration: 26:37

The Grand Power Stribog SP9A1 is a Slovakian-made pistol caliber carbine offering excellent value and strong performance, especially with defensive and PCC-optimized ammunition. While it features ambidextrous controls and a rigid monolithic upper, users should be aware of potential issues with proprietary magazines and the need for quality ammunition to ensure reliability. The firearm is a competitive alternative to the CZ Scorpion.

Quick Summary

The Grand Power Stribog SP9A1 is a Slovakian-made PCC offering great value, featuring a monolithic upper, ambidextrous controls, and reliable performance with defensive and PCC-optimized ammo. It's a strong competitor to the CZ Scorpion, though proprietary magazines may require care.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Shooting
  2. 00:45Firearm Overview & Features
  3. 01:45Model Updates & Mechanical Changes
  4. 02:51Controls & Ammunition Testing
  5. 04:31Suppressor Transition
  6. 06:22Aftermarket Support & Magazine Compatibility
  7. 07:42Reliability Issues & Ammo Diagnosis
  8. 08:56Defensive Ammo Performance
  9. 10:02Lower Receiver & Ergonomics
  10. 12:21Magazine Observations
  11. 15:06PCC Optimized Ammunition
  12. 18:46Final Assessment & Value

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Grand Power Stribog SP9A1?

The Stribog SP9A1 features an 8-inch barrel with 1/2x28 threads, a monolithic upper receiver with M-LOK and Picatinny rails, ambidextrous controls, and an updated captured guide rod assembly. It's a Slovakian-produced pistol caliber carbine.

What ammunition performed reliably in the Stribog SP9A1 test?

The Stribog SP9A1 reliably fired defensive loads like Speer Gold Dot 147gr and Federal HST 124gr +P. It also performed well with Norma Envy 124gr, ammunition optimized for pistol caliber carbines.

What potential issues were noted with the Stribog SP9A1?

The review noted that proprietary Stribog magazines can be difficult to load and their feed lips may spread if left loaded for extended periods. Reliability issues were also linked to defective Remington ammunition.

How does the Stribog SP9A1 compare to the CZ Scorpion?

The Stribog SP9A1 is considered an excellent value and a strong competitor to the CZ Scorpion, offering a rigid monolithic upper and good features out-of-the-box at a competitive price point.

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