NEW G Force Arms GF9 Rapture First Look

Published on January 7, 2024
Duration: 18:26

This video provides a first look at the GForce Arms GF9 Rapture, a new contender in the micro-compact concealed carry market. The reviewer highlights its aggressive grip texture, optics-ready slide with direct mounting for RMSc and RMR footprints, and fiber optic sights. While it offers increased capacity over a Glock 26 with its proprietary 13-round magazine, the inability to use Glock magazines is noted as a potential drawback. Initial shooting impressions reveal a preference for heavier ammunition, with some failures to fire noted with 115-grain loads.

Quick Summary

The GForce Arms GF9 Rapture is a new micro-compact 9mm pistol featuring an aggressive grip texture, front slide serrations, and fiber optic sights. It offers direct mounting for RMSc and RMR footprint red dots. While it uses proprietary 13-round magazines, it does not accept Glock magazines due to its different grip angle.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to Concealed Carry Pistols
  2. 00:24GForce Arms GF9 Rapture Introduction
  3. 00:49Initial Impressions & Testing
  4. 01:11Full Disclosure: Pistol Sent by Manufacturer
  5. 02:09GForce Arms GF9 Rapture Deep Dive
  6. 02:38Glock 26 Comparison & Grip Texture
  7. 03:28Frame Texture for Support Hand
  8. 04:19Magazine Compatibility: Glock Mags?
  9. 04:27Proprietary 13-Round Magazine
  10. 05:03Why No Glock Magazine Compatibility?
  11. 05:38Grip Angle: Browning/M&P vs. Glock
  12. 06:02Metal Mags & Frame Thickness
  13. 06:24Magazine Compatibility as a Misstep?
  14. 06:53Trigger Performance
  15. 07:51Trigger Shoe Design
  16. 08:07Slide Features: Front Serrations
  17. 08:26Fiber Optic Sights
  18. 08:57Optics Ready Cut Innovation
  19. 09:12Syrac Cat Pro Red Dot Mount
  20. 09:29Direct Mount RMR Footprint
  21. 09:48Optics Cut Gap Aesthetics
  22. 10:06Direct Mill Slide Advantage
  23. 10:17Reviewer's Perspective on Optics Cut
  24. 11:08Shooting Experience & Reliability
  25. 12:12First Magazine & Failure to Fire
  26. 12:19Ammunition Performance: Fiocchi 115gr
  27. 12:32Ammunition Performance: Bbellum 124gr
  28. 13:05Potential Break-in Period
  29. 13:34Possible Striker Spring Issue
  30. 13:41Magazine Compatibility Recap
  31. 13:59Trigger Safety ('Dingus') Issue
  32. 15:05Recoil Spring Guide Protrusion
  33. 15:50Budget Friendly Pricing
  34. 16:15Overall Positive Impressions
  35. 16:40Holster Compatibility
  36. 17:15Final Thoughts & Future Use

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the GForce Arms GF9 Rapture?

The GF9 Rapture boasts an aggressive grip texture, front slide serrations, and fiber optic sights. Its most notable feature is the optics-ready slide that allows direct mounting of RMSc and RMR footprint red dots without adapter plates.

Does the GForce Arms GF9 Rapture accept Glock magazines?

No, the GF9 Rapture uses proprietary 13-round metal magazines. This is due to its different grip angle, which is more akin to a Browning 1911 or S&W M&P, preventing compatibility with Glock magazines.

How does the GForce Arms GF9 Rapture perform with different ammunition?

Initial testing indicated a higher rate of failures to fire with 115-grain Fiocchi ammunition. However, 124-grain Bbellum ammunition performed without issues, suggesting a potential preference for heavier loads.

What is the price point for the GForce Arms GF9 Rapture?

The GForce Arms GF9 Rapture is positioned as a budget-friendly option, with an estimated price range of $300 to $350, making it an accessible choice for concealed carry.

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