Salient Canik TP9 Combat Elite Tabletop Review and Field Strip

Published on October 27, 2018
Duration: 15:04

This review covers the Salient Arms TP9 Combat Elite, a collaborative effort between Salient Arms, Century, and Canik. The firearm features a threaded barrel, optic-ready slide with included plates, a flat aluminum trigger with a crisp reset, and an extended magazine well. The video demonstrates a straightforward field stripping procedure, highlighting the pistol's construction and components, including a captured recoil spring assembly and a Salient Arms barrel with a target crown.

Quick Summary

The Salient Arms TP9 Combat Elite is a premium variant of the Canik TP9 series, featuring a Salient Arms threaded barrel, an enhanced flat aluminum trigger with a crisp reset, and an extended magazine well. It comes optic-ready with multiple mounting plates and includes an 18-round magazine.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the TP9 Elite Combat
  2. 00:26Salient Arms Partnership
  3. 00:46Unboxing and Included Accessories
  4. 01:11Optic Plates and Small Parts Case
  5. 01:35Magazines (15 & 18 Round)
  6. 02:26Manual and Documentation
  7. 02:55Holster and Cleaning Kit
  8. 03:13First Look at the Pistol
  9. 03:38Salient Arms Contributions (Barrel, Trigger, Mag Well)
  10. 03:58Magazine Release and 18-Round Capacity
  11. 04:26Front of the Pistol: Threaded Barrel and Serrations
  12. 04:48Front Sight and Rail Space
  13. 05:04Trigger Guard and Grip Texture
  14. 05:20Flat Trigger and Safety Blade
  15. 05:29Trigger Travel and Reset Demonstration
  16. 06:18Grip Checkering and Magazine Release Extension
  17. 06:43Slide Catch/Release and Magazine Well Funnel
  18. 07:22Grip Design and Recessions
  19. 07:43Rear Serrations and Striker Indicator
  20. 08:14Right Side Features: Reversible Magazine Release
  21. 08:20Ambidextrous Slide Stop/Release
  22. 08:27Optic Cutout
  23. 08:50Comparison to SFX (Weight and Optics)
  24. 09:15Field Stripping Demonstration
  25. 09:38Slide Interior and Components
  26. 10:16Recoil Spring Assembly and Guide Rod
  27. 10:25Barrel Removal
  28. 10:49Salient Arms Barrel Details
  29. 10:56Fluting and Target Crown
  30. 11:06Feed Ramp and Chamber Support
  31. 11:15Chamber Support Check
  32. 11:33Barrel Threading Details
  33. 12:08Reassembly Process
  34. 12:38Function Check
  35. 12:45Final Thoughts on the Elite Combat
  36. 13:04Trigger and Magazine Well Features Recap
  37. 13:45Comparison to Other TP9 Models
  38. 14:18Canik's Evolution and Walther Alternative
  39. 14:40Looking Ahead: Range Test and Comparisons

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Salient Arms TP9 Combat Elite unique?

The Salient Arms TP9 Combat Elite is a special edition featuring a threaded barrel from Salient Arms, an enhanced flat trigger, and an extended magazine well. It also includes optic mounting plates and comes in a comprehensive package with multiple magazines and accessories.

How do you field strip the Salient Arms TP9 Combat Elite?

To field strip the Salient Arms TP9 Combat Elite, first ensure it's unloaded. Then, pull down the takedown levers on both sides, push the slide forward about an inch after pulling the trigger to release tension, and finally remove the slide from the frame.

What are the key features of the Salient Arms TP9 Combat Elite's trigger?

The trigger is a flat aluminum design with a large safety blade. It offers a short travel to the wall, a crisp break with minimal over-travel, and a very quick and tactile reset, making it suitable for fast shooting.

What caliber is the Salient Arms TP9 Combat Elite, and what is its magazine capacity?

The Salient Arms TP9 Combat Elite is chambered in 9mm Luger. It comes with a 15-round magazine and an extended 18-round magazine featuring an aluminum base plate.

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