New Canik TP9 DA 9mm Pistol Review

Published on June 17, 2017
Duration: 21:24

The Canik TP9 DA offers a budget-friendly DA/SA 9mm pistol option with a reliable performance over 300 rounds. It features a durable Cerakote finish, high-quality Mec-Gar magazines, and a versatile design with a decocker and interchangeable backstraps. While accuracy is acceptable, the DA trigger pull is heavier and slightly gritty compared to its SA pull.

Quick Summary

The Canik TP9 DA is a budget-friendly 9mm pistol featuring a DA/SA striker-fired action with a top-mounted decocker. It comes with two 18-round Mec-Gar magazines and demonstrated excellent reliability over 300 rounds, though its accuracy is considered acceptable rather than exceptional.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Canik TP9 DA
  2. 01:08Canik TP9 Series History & Popularity
  3. 02:19Finish and Mec-Gar Magazines
  4. 03:14DA/SA Trigger and Decocker Explained
  5. 04:53Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel & Manufacturing
  6. 05:45TP9 DA vs. TP9 V2 Comparison
  7. 07:38Trigger Pull Specs & Frame Features
  8. 10:03Range Test: Reliability & Accuracy
  9. 12:37Field Stripping and Part Interchangeability
  10. 14:42Included Accessories and Hard Case
  11. 16:09Pricing, Pros, and Cons

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of action does the Canik TP9 DA pistol have?

The Canik TP9 DA is a striker-fired pistol that operates in a Double-Action/Single-Action (DA/SA) mode. It features a decocker that allows for a heavier double-action pull on the first shot, with subsequent shots being single-action with a lighter pull and short reset.

What is the magazine capacity of the Canik TP9 DA?

The Canik TP9 DA typically comes with two 18-round Mec-Gar magazines. However, in states with magazine capacity restrictions, it may be supplied with 10-round magazines instead.

How reliable is the Canik TP9 DA pistol?

During testing with approximately 300 rounds of various ammunition types, the Canik TP9 DA demonstrated excellent reliability, with no malfunctions reported by the reviewer.

What are the key differences between the Canik TP9 DA and the TP9 V2?

The TP9 DA is an upgrade to the discontinued TP9 V2, featuring new slide cuts, dovetailed Warren Tactical sights, a smaller single-sided decocker, and an added trigger safety blade. The DA model also offers the DA/SA action.

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