IWI Jericho 941 Review: The Israeli 9mm Handgun

Published on November 3, 2016
Duration: 6:09

The IWI Jericho 941 is a versatile 9mm handgun with design roots in the CZ 75, offering a robust steel or polymer frame and interchangeable magazines. It features a heavy double-action trigger pull (10 lbs) and a crisp single-action pull (3.5 lbs). While lacking forward slide serrations, it boasts excellent aftermarket support for sights and grips, and utilizes polygonal rifling for potential accuracy benefits.

Quick Summary

The IWI Jericho 941 is a 9mm handgun with CZ 75 heritage, available in steel or polymer frames. It features a heavy 10 lb DA trigger and a crisp 3.5 lb SA trigger, and was an early adopter of polygonal rifling.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to the Jericho 941
  2. 00:50Frame and Safety Variations
  3. 01:14CZ 75 Comparison and Magazines
  4. 01:54Calibers and Aftermarket Support
  5. 02:16Slide Design and Ergonomics
  6. 03:01Trigger and Carry Considerations
  7. 03:44Disassembly and Rifling
  8. 04:17Compact Model and Competition

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main variations of the IWI Jericho 941?

The Jericho 941 comes in three main market variations: the Baby Eagle (from Magnum Research), the newer Jericho (from IWI US), and the original Jericho 941 (from IWI Israel). These can differ in frame material (steel or polymer) and safety mechanism placement.

How does the Jericho 941 compare to the CZ 75?

The Jericho 941 shares a similar design with the CZ 75 and uses the same magazines. This offers affordability and a wide selection of magazines, though some aftermarket options may not reliably lock the slide back.

What are the trigger pull weights for the IWI Jericho 941?

The Jericho 941 has a double-action trigger pull that is quite heavy, around 10 lbs. However, the single-action trigger pull is much lighter and crisper, measuring approximately 3.5 lbs.

Does the Jericho 941 have polygonal rifling?

Yes, the IWI Jericho 941 was one of the first handguns to utilize polygonal rifling. This type of rifling uses rounded, hexagonal-shaped grooves instead of traditional sharp-edged ones, potentially offering benefits in accuracy and barrel life.

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