Canik METE SFx vs TP9 SFx - First look at the METE and comparison with the TP9

I really like the Canik TP9 SFx, one of the best values in striker-fired pistols. CAnik recently released the METE SFx. I explore the differences in this tabletop first look. Range review in the works.
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[@dejuan1981]

Night and day difference. I have the TP9 SFX, wonderful pistol. Got my hands on a Mete SFX, I forgot all about the TP9. In fact the Mete SFX is SO good, I went and purchased the Mete SFT as well. Do not hesitate if you see either Mete guys, buy it!!!!

[@RidersRange]

I like both, but I agree that the METE is an improvement on an already great pistol. Full review on the METE is in the works. Thanks for watching.

[@wayne6386]

You're tripping🤯 night and day difference coming from guy that owned both. You can hardly see the difference in the supposedly new improve beaver tail let along feel the difference. True difference is optic options, co-witnees and ambi slide release for left handed shooter. Im right handed and preferred the shorter (better looking) slide release. Also, Warren tactical sight less squares and top serration is more practical (makes gun looks better) imo. As for mag well unless you using it for competition. I always felt it makes guns look bulky and fugly. I rather get the 2 20rds mags instead. Subtle and preference differences at best not night and day🤦‍♂️

[@garman7921]

Just ordered a Mete SF in two tone, can’t wait to get it to the range

[@QuintonTV]

Great review/comparison. I like how you keep the guns close to the camera the majority of the video, & you stay on topic. Zero face time, no nonsense, well done sir.

[@Klips005]

Good job friend, keep doing things as you see fit; it's your channel and others who are disrespectful can get bent and go elsewhere instead of crying like children hah keep it up 👊

[@RidersRange]

klips, thank you for watching and for your supportive comment.

[@jadslash]

That tabletop looks like human skin

[@adamhicks24]

Thanks for the review. I just recently learned about Canik as a whole and the Mete from classic firearms. Joined the r/Canik subreddit and saw a bunch of people buying the TP9 so wanted to know the differences. Sounds like the Mete is the latest iteration. Think I might need to get me an SFT 🤔 Side note, looking thru the comments it looks like you take the time to respond to all comments (even unnecessarily rude dumbasses - and you deal with them gracefully which is a biiiiiig show of your character). This is very much appreciated! Subbed

[@RidersRange]

Adam, thank you for watching, subscribing and commenting. I'm confident you will be happy with a Canik, if you decide to go that route.

[@Coredor3]

Has anybody ever pointed out to you, that you sound like Johnny Carson

[@RidersRange]

You are the second person to mention that. Thanks for watching.

[@tacticalbt1023]

I like the sights better on the older model For Sure

[@robertspreitzer8126]

Has anyone ever told you that you sound like Johnny Carson.

[@RidersRange]

Johnny Carson? That's a new one.

[@canturan4396]

Mete came from Mete Khan the Khagan of Huns. Who found decimal military system year of BC 306 and use that system to annihilate Chine. You know Chinese didn't built that great wall for tourists they built for Turks.lol

[@RidersRange]

Interesting. Thanks for watching and adding that little bit of history.

[@Lorenzo-fw3gx]

Thanks for the comparison video. By the way, you sound very similar to Mas Ayoob.

[@RidersRange]

Thank you. Though I think Massad has a deeper voice.

[@GetonTargetwithLinc]

Good comparison. I bought the Mete but returned it for an SFX. I wanted a home defense/competition gun and the fiber optic front sight and larger mag release were the important differences for me. Did love the mag well on the Mete and really loved the FDE finish, but not enough to tip the scales for my purposes. Great work as always. Thank you.

[@RidersRange]

Linc, it's good to "hear" from you. I like both guns, but I am a little disappointed that the METE is offered only with the micro red-dot plates. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@GetonTargetwithLinc]

@@RidersRange a trade off for co-witness, which I did like. Choosing was tough. Great things about both.

[@Noadvantage246]

@@RidersRange I'd get the METE in a heartbeat if it wasn't for the micro plates. I don't plan to use it for home defense or combat so having back up sights to co witness is irrelevant and frankly distracting on a bullseye gun. Also the chances of a full size red failing is very unlikely anyways. I just want a customizable bullseye pistol for plinking at the range and possibly competition if I get into that. The METE seems better in several ways but really deviated from what made the SFX so amazing. That's supremely frustrating, especially since they already had the combat role filled and the vast majority of ppl won't buy a pistol this long for combat. Even military and police are moving towards compact slide lengths for combat so idk who they had in mind when making this more combat oriented.

[@tommyj7087]

I am an early adopter the TP9SFx and the kit is much better than the one I have. That is my competition gun with a Red Dot.

[@RidersRange]

Tommy, thank you for watching and commenting. I just put a red-dot on the METE last night and will be headed for the range today. Full range report within the next couple weeks.

[@kenandkathiehughes3040]

I really like your reviews. Have you ever shot the BUL Armory 1911 entry model? I just bought one and am impressed, especially for the 800 price point. Any chance you could review one?

[@RidersRange]

Funny you should mention BUL Armory. The other day the sales manager at my local gun shop mentioned that I should review BUL, as they are now carrying them. I'm not in a position to purchase one, but as soon as they decide to put one in the rental fleet, I'll have a chance to review it. (KZbin add revenue doesn't cover the cost of my ammo, let alone purchasing firearms. 😢) As always, thanks for watching.

[@getbrainseeds]

hopefully one day you can do a mete sfx vs. the new sfx rival that just came out, no one has done a comparison vid of them yet, thumbs up

[@RidersRange]

The Rival is interesting, but I have too many other guns ahead of it on my list. Now, if someone will loan one to me, I'd be happy to do a comparison.

[@getbrainseeds]

@@RidersRange nice i like gun comparisons i'll subscribe

[@tonyfergerson1265]

Has anybody ever said you sound like Johnny Carson

[@RidersRange]

That's a new one, but I'm flattered. Thanks for watching.

[@angryblackman415]

I live in Maryland. Can only have 10 round mags. Could they be swapped for the 15 round mags?

[@RidersRange]

I'm not sure what you are asking. Is your question "can you exchange 10-round mags for 15-round"?

[@angryblackman415]

@@RidersRange yes. That's what I'm asking.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for the clarification. I don't see why you couldn't make that exchange, though I'm guessing it would be a problem in Maryland at it is a felony to "receive" a mag with a capacity greater than 10 rounds. And I can't imagine anyone with 15-round mags that would swap them for 10-round mags.

[@angryblackman415]

@RidersRange in Maryland you can purchase then out if state. Just can't have them shipped to Maryland. I probably would drive to Virginia or Pennsylvania to buy some. Thanks for responding.

[@RidersRange]

Okay, that got me to digging. According to Southern Maryland Law, yes, you can possess mags with a capacity greater than 10 rounds. Interesting. Thanks for furthering my education.

[@v.german11b]

I own the Canik METE SFT and SFX, both are phenomenal handguns! Totally reliable, very accurate, with amazing smooth trigger pulls and great ergonomics. ALL that at an affordable fair price.

[@RidersRange]

Canik is probably the best bang for the buck these days. Thanks for watching.

[@v.german11b]

@@RidersRange indeed. Canik is the best "bang" for your money! Great review video presentation! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@adamdavis785]

Same exact triggers?? I’m seeing mete for about $50 more on internet and other than 2 tone color which I like still don’t see difference except sights really which I think the blacked out rears in the sfx are better. Thanks!

[@v.german11b]

@@adamdavis785 the METE has a better trigger than the already fine smooth trigger pull on the TP9's. It also comes all black. But if you don't like the METE, stay away from it. Be happy.

[@adamdavis785]

@@v.german11b good to know. Just trying to decide is it worth the extra $50. I’m down for a better trigger and like the bigger beaver tail.

[@umitdemirci553]

greetings and respect. Thank you very much for the explanation and information. Meaning of 'mete': Domestic gun METEs, produced to provide security units with a light and effective weapon, have a 9 mm barrel and a polymer body. Both models have a needle firing mechanism and a single action trigger mechanism.

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching.

[@Noadvantage246]

I'd get the METE in a heartbeat if it wasn't for the micro plates. I don't plan to use it for home defense or combat so having back up sights to co witness is irrelevant and frankly distracting on a bullseye gun. Also the chances of a full size red failing is very unlikely anyways. I just want a customizable bullseye pistol for plinking at the range and possibly competition if I get into that. The METE seems better in several ways but really deviated from what made the SFX so amazing. That's supremely frustrating, especially since they already had the combat role filled and the vast majority of ppl won't buy a pistol this long for combat. Even military and police are moving towards compact slide lengths for combat so idk who they had in mind when making this more combat oriented.

[@RidersRange]

The only reason I can think of for Canik going to the micro footprint, rather than the more typical RMR footprint is to keep the optic mount the width of the slide. But I agree, for that size and class of gun, the smaller optic doesn't make much sense.

[@reel2reeltv944]

Love my caniks, I now own 5 will be picking this one up as well (I mean why not 🤣) but is there anyone else besides me that would love to see them create a 45, 10 or maybe a 30 suoer carry round or a model like the FK BRNO ?? Also maybe a full metal version of the new rival model with that same fantastic trigger I think those options would kick the Canik brand to a whole new level!! 👊🏽😉

[@RidersRange]

I agree with your comment. I can see a metal frame version at some point, but adding those calibers - probably not, at least not in the foreseeable future.

[@ninji5226]

Appreciate the comparisons. I'm getting one of these soon (or the sft) and I liked the tp9 better in my hand then the mete even though that's suppose to be better. And I really don't like the Werther's original color of the mete., The 2 tone of the tp9 is swaying me towards it. Ahhh decisions. Thanks again

[@RidersRange]

Simple solution - buy both. Thanks for watching.

[@TheTGRproductions]

My favorite pistol of all time! It'd be damn near perfect if they also made it in 10mm!

[@RidersRange]

Plus one on the 10mm, but I'm not holding my breath.

[@streetrat123]

Why do you want a 10mm? Even the fbi is going back to 9mm.

[@TheTGRproductions]

@@streetrat123 The FBI went back to 9mm, cause their limp wrists couldn't handle the 10mm, and they complained lmao

[@TheTGRproductions]

@@streetrat123 I love the 9mm, don't get me wrong. My favorite pistol I own is my Canik TP9SFX. But the 10mm is just a beast, and still more effective overall!

[@rondobrondo]

sorry this might be super left field, but has anybody ever told you that you sound like Johnny Carson?

[@RidersRange]

You are the third person to mention Johnny Carson. Thanks for watching.

[@MDpolo]

I haven’t shot a Canik in a very long time. Thank you very much for the video and I look forward to your shooting impressions.

[@RidersRange]

I put a few shots through the METE over the weekend, assisted by my grandsons. I installed an optic last night and have more range time scheduled today. As always, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@spiderbugbear3721]

Got meat? 😁

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@tonym362]

Good video. However, my only issue. If I install the extended magwell, none of my older Canik 18+2 mags will fit fully into either the METE SFX or SFT. I've addressed this with Canik. They are aware of this issue & have said it is a Hit or Miss with older mags, at the current time & will address the problem in the future. Without the extended magwell, there is no issues.

[@RidersRange]

Tony, I guess I'm fortunate, as all my original SFx mags work just fine in my METE SFx with the extended mag well.

[@tonym362]

@@RidersRange You are one of the lucky. I was told by a Canik support rep. About the end of 2018 they made a slight change to the basepad. All my older mags were bought back in 2017. (That's what their explanation was) of course they only told me that, after they asked when I bought them. Hmm? However glad yours work. My FFL says if they ever get the newer mags in, he'll hold a few for me.

[@getitdone361]

I just got the tp9sfx had the mete in my hand and I liked the tp9sfx better loving the gun

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@dicktracy5234]

Thanks. For helping me make my decision

[@getitdone361]

@@dicktracy5234 np lol sights are better and also u get 2 20 round mags and to me the grip feels better on the tp9sfx

[@dicktracy5234]

@@getitdone361 I just ordered it from primary arms for $465. I have the tp9sf elite so why not . Thanks again

[@shepardsforgeh2031]

Great gun love my mete...however I'm a lefty! So the holster is just shit for me! My one and only gripe

[@stevedawson7649]

Just when I needed it. Excellent.

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@AffordableArmory]

Great video! You picked up on a few things I either forgot to mention in my video or didn’t even notice. A viewer told me the trigger is the Elite trigger (hence the red), which I assume is from the TP9 Elite SF. I haven’t been able to confirm that, but if that’s true, then it is indeed an upgrade. And I too don’t understand the holster contact points. I don’t see/get it. Marketing jumbo jumbo?

[@RidersRange]

As always, thank you for watching and adding your thoughts. I don't see those little square indentations in the frame to be any better for locking into a holster than pressure around the trigger guard - maybe even less so. Like you said - marketing.

[@TheJayelledubya]

He reminds me of Hickok 45 love it

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for the compliment, but Hickok it taller. 😎

[@yusufkhan6806]

Square indents are for thumb rest accessory.

[@volkan760]

pronounced met-A, named after turkish derivation of emperor modu chanyu. also canik is orginally pronounced as gianic, name of a town in turkey, but canik arms is okay with "kanik".

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for the added info. Even the Canik marketing rep pronounces it "Canik" in the official video.

[@LegendarySkypenis]

Canik website says METAY though.

[@yemembunumaray9112]

They are adapting to your pronunciation. They think that it does not matter how you pronounce it as long as you pay for them. But orginially volkan is right.

[@frankbutta9344]

According to Google translation, METE means “price” in Turkish. It was worth a try… 👍👍👍👍

[@RidersRange]

So far it seems to mean mostly good improvements to an already great pistol. As always, thanks for watching and commenting.

[@thinman8621]

Mete built-in mag well looks like a nice feature. Taylor Freelance makes a nice SFx mag well but mag base plates have to be fitted to the Taylor Freelance well. I compete with my SFx. Great trigger and always runs.

[@RidersRange]

Thinman, thank you for watching and adding the info.

[@3sgteyota]

The tp9sfx is my favorite pistol by far. I really wish it came with a flared magwell, though. Neat toolkit with the mete. 👊😁

[@RidersRange]

Andy, thank you for watching and commenting. I still haven’t shot the METE, but I’m guessing it will shoot as well as the original TP9 SFx. Stay tuned.

[@tolgaakyildiz857]

Türk ordusu özel kuvvetler için üretilen modeller çok daha müthiş. Fyi

[@RidersRange]

Özel Kuvvetler modelini görmedim. İlginç olurdu. İzlediğiniz için teşekkürler.

[@DRAGONRIDER385]

Thank you for the video. I have a ELITE and am now looking for a X. I am very happy with my first CANIK. I will be looking forward to your next video on these.

[@RidersRange]

Dragonrider385, as always, thanks for watching and commenting. I just re-installed the optic on the TP9 SFx, and put a new optic on the METE SFx and plan to hit the range with both for first shots today. I hope to have a full range video out in a couple weeks.

[@DRAGONRIDER385]

@@RidersRange thanks

[@craigromack6156]

It looks to me like the tp9 has a catch point for the holster in the same location just above and at the front edge of the trigger. Same basic frame shape, in my opinion.

[@RidersRange]

Those little recessed squares don't actually do much of anything for retention, at least not that I can see.

[@getbrainseeds]

only thing i dont like about the mete version compared to the normal tp9sfx is that the mete version does not have a match grade barrel but the original tp9sfx has a match grade barrel

[@RidersRange]

The original SFx was intended for competition, while the METE was more of a carry or home defense gun, but they are both accurate enough to ring steel out to 50 yards.

[@brandonmoore6930]

I have a tp9 sf it has alot of the same features as the mete I thought it would be more similar to the tp9sfx

[@mma709]

I just got the SFX Mete a few days ago

[@RidersRange]

Any thoughts on the METE so far?

[@mma709]

@@RidersRange so far I love it I only put around 300 rounds so far and no issues and I was ringing steel at 75yds 1st time I was able to do that with a handgun

[@RidersRange]

@@mma709 75 yards - impressive. Thanks for the update.

[@mma709]

@@RidersRange no problem I can’t wait until it gets colder so I can go out into the desert

[@jaiahrashid457]

Does anyone know if the slide release from the tp9 can be put on the mete? Having trouble actuating it when going for speed while training. The extended one from the tp9 would probably be better for me.

[@RidersRange]

Jaiah, the slide stop levers are totally different between the TP9SFx and the METE SFx.

[@williamfox8739]

I have the tp9 and I love it that much . I would love to have a rear sight with the red dot. Does the mete fit with the original to9? I haven’t been able to find anything on it . Your help would be helpful. Thanks for your video

[@RidersRange]

William, the slides won't interchange, so the only way to get a co-witnessed iron sight is to go with the METE, but then you are limited to the micro red dot optics, not the full size. However, each gun will fit in the same holster.

[@Moresco24]

On the mete everyone is saying you have to run a compact red dot like the 407k? Is the frame too slim for the bigger dots ?

[@waynebollentin989]

Yes you have to use a 407, 507 or any other micro that doesn't have a length more than 1.6in The width isn't the problem. It's the length of the cut out. I guess you could machine it to fit a standard red dot. I just picked up a Mete SFT Pro with threaded barrel. One of the best out of the box guns I've shot.

[@T.A.B.Videos]

Both nice lookin pistols

[@RidersRange]

Nice looking and great shooting. Thanks for watching.

[@chuggyhuggy]

Did you say Ann Arbor Arms had them? If so I’m from Jackson and may see if they have one I can hold and see if I like it.

[@RidersRange]

Check early and often. Canik pistols don't stick around very long when they get them in stock. But Ann Arbor Arms does get them in on a regular basis.

[@Rumpleskin]

They would sell a ton if they made a 365 type gun with that trigger. But a good as it is I would want a safety if they did. The sc like myself is a little thick

[@RidersRange]

Considering those guns, like many (most?) striker-fired guns, are fully cocked with a round in the chamber, I agree that a manual safety would be a great feature. Unfortunately, the public seems to believe that that little drop safety tab on the trigger is actually a safety. And yes, the SC ("Superior Concealment"??) is a little thick, but as I can certainly attest, thick in the middle seems to be the American way 😎

[@Rumpleskin]

@@RidersRange I agree with the thick in the middle...lol. I know I'm a minority, but I liked the xd xdm etc..grip safety. Safer but not another step before shooting. I've got a bp9cc that would be a great carry if it had a safety. I use one of those trigger guard cover (you know the kind with a string). But the trigger safety I understand to be part of the drop safe setup...I enjoy your channel very much but, I admit to being a bit jealous..thanks for what you do.

[@RidersRange]

@@Rumpleskin you and I are apparently on the same wavelength when it comes to safeties on pistols. I liked my XDm, though my thumb kept the slide stop down so it wouldn't lock open on the last round (1911 habits).

[@Rumpleskin]

@@RidersRange understand I own 4 xdms. And a few other springfields. My first one I traded 22 shells for in the shortage a few years ago.quite a few shells. I buy ammo everytime I see it ( for years) also got a newish Dan Wesson 357 that way too!

[@nopro5433]

👍

[@RidersRange]

Thanks for watching.

[@tomdennis6126]

Are the Mags interchangeable ???

[@RidersRange]

Yes, they are. I'll cover that in the full review.

[@OgamiItto70]

Useful info. Nice. Thanks.

[@RidersRange]

Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@pandaofspadez09]

can i swap the mag release button to the left side?

[@RidersRange]

The mag release button is already on the left side of the gun, but if you mean changing to the right side for left-handed use, yes, it can be changed.

[@usphisics]

Good video, looking to buy my first gun and one of the options is the Mete SFX. Now I just need to decided between it, a Walther PDP or a CZ P10 F... Thks for the review....

[@RidersRange]

All good choices, with the Canik being the value leader. Thanks for watching.

[@Zach-td5mb]

After looking at a PDP and a PPQ, I got the PPQ. Also looked at a TP9SFX, which I definitely liked, I just got the walther at a very good price so went with that one. I felt like the PDP didn’t feel as high of quality or as good of grip as the PPQ. The walther trigger is definitely best, although the P10 has a very clean break like the walther, just heavier. The Canik trigger is also good, the walther is just the best in the market. The canik isn’t behind by far, it’s the same if not better than the HK VP9

[@robertspuller6121]

Yes all these guns are wonderful. And I will also say that you’re picking tuna with very light triggers. If it’s your first gun, I’d go with something else, because I’ve even had an ND down range with the PDP. I jumped the reset. But if it’s your first handgun, then go for it, you couldn’t start off with a better gun. But if I were you, i would go with the compact size in each gun, the 4 inch barrel. I’m a utility guy myself, I want guns I can use as a duty gun, as well as conceal carry. I love love love the PDP, unless the CZ comes with an optic cut, I’d pick the PDP. Otherwise I’d go with CZ. It’s in between the others in affordability, and you can use most glock 19 holsters with it. All around good gun, and not talked about enough.

[@wayne6386]

As for first gun I would go with CZ P10 C unless you want full size then go with F. Trigger on CZ is just right. The other 2 trigger is much lighter. Therefore, CZ best for first gun and self/home defense imo.

[@caqize]

Or is it meete😂

[@RidersRange]

Or...... Thanks for watching.

[@hoffpbass]

Thanks. Exactly the info I searched for.

[@RidersRange]

Glad I could help. Thanks for watching.

[@wayne6386]

Same, imo the TP9 SFX is slightly better (looking) . Unless, you're left handed and co-witnees is big deal for you.

[@jammbbs1688]

It mean warrior I was told by century arms

[@RidersRange]

Thanks.

[@andresrodriguez1280]

Where do i find a holster for the mete. No optics or olight.

[@RidersRange]

The METE, like most Canik pistols, comes with a holster. If you want something different, any company that makes holsters for Canik TP9 series will work. I have found that Muddy River Tactical holsters have fantastic service and delivery times. Several times I have ordered on their website and had my holster within a week. I don't make anything from Muddy River, but I am a repeat customer.

[@sphamandlasandile3531]

I don't like this holster

[@RidersRange]

The holster that comes with the gun isn't the greatest, but at least it comes with one. Holster makers don't usually invest in what it takes to make a holster until the gun gets popular.

[@ryanop6154]

Are the slides interchangeable?

[@RidersRange]

No, they aren't interchangeable.

[@crypto1300]

Algorithms

[@RidersRange]

Thanks.

[@relentlessrival7185]

Can the canik mete sfx fit a holosun 507 gr x2 green dot ?

[@RidersRange]

The METE is designed for the micro red-dots, such as the Trijicon RMRcc, Shield RMSc, Swampfox Sentinel, Holosun 507K. It won't accommodate the larger RMR, 507C, etc.

[@relentlessrival7185]

@@RidersRange is there a green dot version of the holosun 507k that would fit on the canik mete sfx I see the red dots but no green dots

[@RidersRange]

@@relentlessrival7185 Holosun 507K-GR X2 is the green dot version.

[@relentlessrival7185]

@@RidersRange thank you for your help I appreciate your time in helping us with the information you provided I have subscribed and liked your video I look forward to your ongoing content keep up the great work !

[@robertspuller6121]

That’s where the plates come into effect, which isn’t always good, the best mounting option are slides that are cut for a “specific” optic.

[@realtalk6195]

The native pronunciation is _Janik_ not Janish. Mete is pronounced _Met-eh._

[@RidersRange]

I've heard and read several different pronunciations, but the average gun store worker will most likely only understand Canik.

[@ronniebowers1241]

I can't find one

[@RidersRange]

New to the market and they seem to be gobbled up as fast as they hit the shelves. However, as of this morning, there are 50 Canik METE SFx models on Gunbroker.

[@ronniebowers1241]

@@RidersRange I am not very sure about gun broker are the gun new or what

[@RidersRange]

@@ronniebowers1241 I've bought many, many guns through Gunbroker - some new, some pre-owned. Each listed firearm has pictures and must clearly state if it is new, new old stock, or used. GB is simply a broker and brings customers together with sellers. All transactions still must take place through licensed dealers. But be aware of the status of a seller. Personally, I won't buy from a private party over GB (my FFL doesn't generally accept transfers from non-FFLs). I only purchase through licensed dealers, and I won't buy from anyone who doesn't take credit cards, but again, that's just my personal preference.

[@allenflud]

Can the slides interchange?

[@RidersRange]

I don't believe they can. I'll cover that in the full review of the METE.

[@allenflud]

@@RidersRange thanks

[@allenflud]

@@RidersRange i am purchasing a mete but want a full size optic.

[@RidersRange]

@@allenflud that was my hope, also. Unfortunately, the plates supplied only accommodate the micro optics. There may be aftermarket plates available, but I'm not aware of any.

[@allenflud]

@@RidersRange i am going to look at optic milling as an option. I like the lower with the safety change, and the rounding of the beaver tail, but I want the 507c Vulcan acss optic. This my first hand gun I am buying for training and home defense but I do not intend to carry yet. My training is all you tube warrior and not hands on practicality, which means that carrying in public and dropping rounds in anyone's defense, could lead to more death. I do intend to carry at time but at that time, I will reevaluate my carry options. I would prefer a different slide compatibility so I could keep my lower and still have my full optic, as well as practice with irons and optic. Thank you so much for responding. I will subscribe even if I never watch another video, though that will probly not be the case. God bless you and yours.

[@ngarci8040]

Holster compatibility…!?!

[@RidersRange]

They come with a Kydex holster, so I haven't bothered to check into alternatives.

[@AndiRose21]

Try JM4 Tactical magnetic retention holster. Awesome.

[@PhuVet]

MeT-tay he was a God of war.

[@RidersRange]

Good to know. Thanks for watching.

[@asintonic]

Nice Video really enjoyed it Thanks. My opinion only, i firmly believe the older Caniks were made better then todays. They had a lot to prove back then. Now the Pistol is still awesome but i prefer the older models.

[@RidersRange]

Interesting. My Caniks are all less than two years old. I've never handled an older one, so thanks for that info.

[@robertspuller6121]

Dude they’re Turkish walthers. That’s it.

[@RidersRange]

Clone a good gun, make a little better, add a few more accessories, and sell it at a lower price. Good marketing strategy.

[@robertspuller6121]

Very true. And I will say that tri stars CZ clones are top notch and would not shy away from getting one either.

[@PhuVet]

Not really, I have the both and the Walther vs nothing like either caniks

[@robertspuller6121]

You’re trying to tell me that Danika aren’t based off the walther p99? Cause they are. Litterally made off walther a tooling.

[@samsolis92781]

@@PhuVet so do you like canik or walthers more?

[@zeromech1450]

I have been looking at these and I was under the impression the tp9 sfx did not come optics ready. Every picture I have seen it has no optics plates. Just the front sight. Is this a special edition or custom?

[@RidersRange]

Not all the TP9 series are optics-ready, but the TP9 SFX, TP9 Elite SC, and TP9 Elite Combat are all optics ready. The TP9 SFX comes with four optics mounting plates that will accommodate most optics.

[@ronniebowers1241]

My god man we don't give a dam get on with the video

[@RidersRange]

I sincerely appreciate constructive comments, but would you please be more specific? What, exactly, don't you "give a dam[sic]" about?

[@ronniebowers1241]

@@RidersRange less talking look at your successful KZbin idiots they get right to the point

[@RidersRange]

@@ronniebowers1241 I appreciate the clarification. Thanks.

[@j.laforge3751]

I appreciate your video, but please learn how to properly pronounce the name of the company and the weapon.

[@RidersRange]

J, thanks for watching and commenting. I'm not fluent in Turkish, but I did research the correct pronunciation. However, even Adam Ruonala, the Canik National Marketing Director, pronounces it the "American" way - Canik - not the true Turkish way. And I believe I mentioned in one of my earlier Canik videos that if you walked into most gun stores and asked for it by the Turkish pronunciation, most sales folks wouldn't have a clue what you meant. So, as with many "Americanized" words of foreign origin, Canik has strayed from its roots.

[@v.german11b]

@@RidersRangeCanik is pronounced Canik in English. As a matter of fact, it is true the company Canik has accepted the Canik English pronunciation and so does not promote it as "janenick" in the USA, but as Canik.