Ranking Every Micro 9mm Handgun for EDC

[@kevingriffin8854]

None of these guns have Grip Zone.

[@hunter1028]

Now I can't know where to grip the gun 🙄

[@spnfirearms]

Haha don’t worry; it’s in the next video about 10mm and .45’s! Respect

[@YEETUS_DELETUS_]

I swear SPN is secretly the micro9 king 😂😂😂

[@artsburgh]

Secretly? lol

[@spnfirearms]

Haha respect, thanks guys!

[@theman4rmmiami584]

Not a damn secret lol

[@bbazzracing]

Agreed

[@Precocktrigger]

For sure he is

[@markedman3990]

I used to struggle with thinking I had too many 9mm pistols....till I started watching your videos on a regular basis! Then I realized....I'm fine 😅

[@akronrc2827]

Same lol

[@c10udi92]

I’ve been itching to get my hands on a CSX but I keep pushing it back and getting other micros. I need to quit procrastinating lol. You’re my go to pistol guy. Genuine, un biased opinions and by someone that ACTUALLY takes the time to carry and test each firearm. Thanks for the consistent content!

[@KarsenKeith]

Pull the trigger on the CSX man. I got mine new for $450 last year and I'd say I overpaid. It's smooooooth, people complain about the trigger but I don't notice a single issue. I think that the trigger safety is pretty redundant but it's not in the way really. That said, I'm went from a 43x to CSX, so the trigger was an upgrade already. 12+1 in such a small package is just awesome, and if you're looking for the feature set it has, it's an amazing little pistol. Super controllable even with the 10+1 flush fit mags. And with the aluminum frame it's still lighter than many polymer micros. However, the aftermarket world is nonexistent, which is a bummer in the sense that the sights are pretty meh.

[@c10udi92]

@@KarsenKeith and I’ve been looking for a micro 1911 style pistol and just never wanted to pay the price of a kimber even though the answers been right in front my me all this time. Alright you convinced me, I’m on my way to the gun store right now lol!

[@h_in_oh]

@@c10udi92 Go for it. The CSX feels more comfortable to shoot than larger pistols. It's more of a mini Hi-power than a 1911.

[@micahasher7600]

My favorite micro 9 is the glock 17L

[@LatestHour]

Really liked seeing the Kimber Mako, slick gun that doesn’t get a lot of coverage.

[@spnfirearms]

It is! I really like it. Never a single issue and shoots really well! If someone in my family carried it, I would feel completely comfortable with them doing so. Mine has been great

[@scottbryant9425]

It's a "big" micro.. it's really a subcompact..it also has a crappy angle on the mag base plates. Otherwise, it's a sweet shooter, amazing trigger.

[@brendank3853]

Just picked up a shield plus optics ready to upgrade from my GX4. GX4 has been great, but I did have to polish the feed ramp and the mag release is very sensitive which is a little worrying. The shield plus shot great but the mags are very stiff when you get to the last 1/2 rounds. Also had to work the trigger a lot to take away some material. If you pull the trigger at the very top you likely won’t engage the trigger safety enough for it to fire. Just needed to dry fire and fight through the resistance for a few minutes to fix that.

[@davidhudson2527]

Yes, you did mention no particular order but I don't believe you can have a "ranking" without a numerical descending or ascending order. You did give brief descriptions of what you liked and didn't like about your potential favs though.

[@hyper8545]

This guy is a hidden gem. Subscribed

[@spnfirearms]

I greatly appreciate that man, respect.

[@robertscherer6343]

I love Walther PPS version 1. Best trigger I've used

[@paragon1782]

Why would you not put them in order 😞

[@user-nk5wf9pg8e]

Like your review of the micro 9’s for EDC. I’m a Mossberg fan. Still carrying my MC 1sc. Changed the factory guide rod to a Glock 43 guide rod. It’s been a great gun. With close to 700 rounds since the guide rod change it’s been totally reliable. And it has great ergonomics.

[@spnfirearms]

I need to get me an mc1. I had to sell my first one because of issues but I love them! Great guns! Respect

[@user-nk5wf9pg8e]

@@spnfirearms I’m very happy with mine. But I seem to lean towards off the beaten path guns. I have a S&W CSX also, which I like just fine.

[@jimchambers7548]

I just noticed you're almost at 150k subs, I remember when the channel hit 10k so congratulations. And living in the country with your own range is definitely a good thing. I have a range in my yard and its a good stress relief

[@spnfirearms]

Thank you man, I appreciate the support! Lots more to come. Respect. And agreed. Working towards it!

[@jimchambers7548]

@@spnfirearms youll be there before Thanksgiving. Ive worked new construction and auto painting for ove 30yr and don't see how ya have the energy for so many videos working plumping full time and small kids. Respect to you👍

[@antrios3111]

I got most of the guns you just showed except for two and I gotta say out of all of them when I walk out the door I'm grabbing the iwi masada

[@joshivri6108]

Masada Slim rules. Hits the sweet spot between weight, thickness and recoil. Not to mention that trigger is dreamie. Just the absolute perfect combo.

[@scottbryant9425]

Ive had a few of these, more tha. A few actually. My favs in order 1. Fn Reflex mrd 2. P365x w/ aftermarket grip module. 3. Mossberg Mc2Sc Honestly i couldnt really say one is better than the others, they all have their benefits.

[@calebbanton]

What grip mod do you have? Wilson?

[@AAAA-lt9hq]

Thanks for such a thorough run down. Most of these guns seem like copies of Glock striker fired designs even though I'm sure they all feel different. I inherited from my late brother a compact Argentine made Bersa Thunder .40 S&W 1911 inspired gun, all metal, hammer fired with a manual safety/decocker, DA/SA, about 7.5" total length, 10+1. It dates probably from the mid 90s when the S&W .40 was used by the FBI and was more popular than 9mm, which was considered underpowered at the time before new 9mm +P hollow points came out. The .40 S&W was considered to have closer to .45 knockdown power with the capacity of a 9mm. Since the Bersa is somewhat old-fashioned, it's a bit heavy now and large in my hands. I'm a small guy, about 5 feet tall, and the weight of the gun makes the barrel droop if I try to shoot it one handed because my wrist gets tired. With the gun being discontinued, it's hard to find mags and holsters for it, so I use it for home defense. I'm looking for a micro 9mm that combines aspects of hammer and striker fired guns. My wish list includes: 5.5" total length, 3 inch barrel, DA/SA, manual safety/decocker, small or internal hammer, 10 round mag so I would be compliant traveling through more restrictive states. DA/SA makes it safer for carrying. Small hammer prevents snags and allows the first round to be SA with the hammer cocked. Internal hammer makes it a little easier for CC and more like a striker design but internal hammer gives a better trigger than a true striker, IMO. I prefer manual safeties to prevent accidental discharges when reholstering or if something gets under the trigger guard with a round in the chamber. A decocker prevents the need of extracting a round before lowering the hammer since riding a hammer down onto a loaded chamber is never safe. Picking up an ejected stray round is annoying. I prefer 1911s but cocked and locked designs seem a little less convenient for CC due to the hammer and beaver tail sticking out. They also seem to have low ammo counts (

[@vancedyer755]

CSX: The only thing that I don't like about it, it's a pain in the rear end to take apart

[@h_in_oh]

Was at the range and figured out that the CSX really has the ergonomics of a mini Hi-power. The grip feels almost the same, and the movement of the trigger, while made to look a 1911, really moves just like the trigger on a Springfield SA-35 (Hi-Power without the magazine disconnect).

[@dean7673]

The 500 round comparisons need to come back!

[@jgoody9597]

Too late to go back but how do you think the CC9 stacks up?

[@a.k.vollmer5200]

Several Springfield models should added to that collection. XD-s for one

[@quartamile]

Thank you! I'm a noob so it's the first I've heard of 30 Super Carry rounds; please keep us updated as new pistol options release! Cheers!!

[@TXShelbyman]

I noticed you didn't cover a Kahr PM9. It is an older gun but they are very small, and light. A bit snappy but ultra concealable....

[@seanharrington4768]

Thank you- you have the heart of a teacher 👊

[@BR-zt9no]

Thoughts now on the P10M? I know you were an early fan. I like mine quite a bit, good shooter, but the lack of aftermarket support and capacity certainly hurts.

[@spnfirearms]

Love mine til! It’s just not a stack an a half so it’s in the single stack video! Respect

[@chriscook8993]

I’m surprised that the diamondback DB9 didn’t make the list. I use it for my EDC and overall am very pleased with the price and quality of it.

[@TuckerDale89]

Do you consider 9mm revolvers “ micro nines” cause the Taurus 905 is pretty small

[@hammerbacher23]

Where does the H&K CC9 fit into this list? I'm a huge HK guy is why I ask.

[@batl_born702]

Wow, your gx4 is beat up. The finish on mine is holding up perfectly and it’s been my edc for over a year. Weird.

[@spnfirearms]

I practice drawing, I train hard. I have dropped it at a couple edc range courses while jogging through it etc. but the finish just isn’t very good in mine. Great shooter tho! Respect

[@Mike-4547]

A few months ago I got a Kimber micro 9 two tone, totally honest it has been flawless, probably about 900 rounds through it. I like that I can remove the firing pin and extractor to clean the channels, the same way on any 1911, (yes I’m aware the Kimber Micro 9 is not a true 1911), it shoots great, recoil for me is not an issue with it. Downside compared to others is the round count. Look I stay in my lane, don’t look for drama on the road or wherever I go, last thing I want is to pay thousands upon thousands to lawyers, I’ve been down that road with my divorce 😂😂😂, so unless it affects me personally or my family I got nothing to do with it.

[@spnfirearms]

Great comment all around! Respect and thank you

[@scottdanadavis5762]

Although I really like the R7 Mako, I would not recommend the Kimber Micro 9. I've had two: a Raptor and a CDP (custom defense package). Both looked great, felt great in the hand, but were both jam-o-matics. Expensive, and I took a huge hit when I sold them both.

[@healthfreak79]

You prefer the 48 over the 43x?

[@InfamouSpectre]

Bro what are you leaning towards for the sleeper "budget" micro 9mm for 2024?

[@scottsirkman8237]

Whatever happened to your Security 9 Compact?

[@Precocktrigger]

I love the 30 Super carry

[@MiladN702]

Can you do a range review of the Kimber R7 Mako? Please 🙏

[@mikepainter2135]

What do you this about the S&W Shield Plus in 30 Super Carry? They can be purchased for under $300,

[@stephen562]

The CSX still shows on the S&W website, so I don't think it's discontinued.

[@TheBookOfLebbs]

What about the Shadow Systems CR920XP??

[@Thomk121]

I have the shield plus. I got the magguts kit for the 10 rd magazine. Adds a pinky extension and adds 3 rounds. I love it. My brother has the P365XL. For me personally, the grip is just too small. But he loves.

[@rsl82568]

Ok. I am seeing a new trend going on for a while. Optics ready and Comped Handguns. This is my concern. What is the ballistics OF AMMO from a Comped 3.1 to 3 1/2 inch Barrel Handguns? The Velocity of Ammo is already reduced because of the short Barrel.

[@mlite_33]

it’s not that much probably like 100fps loss

[@jasonusaf6326]

I’ve shot thousands of rounds through my P365s, P365 X, and P365 XL. Modular, good trigger, 100% reliable and with ZERO rust and I live in South Louisiana.

[@chriscollins644]

Me too. P365X is my next to favorite micro 9. S&W Shield is my favorite though. I can simply shoot the shield better than any other micro 9s I’ve shot and most larger pistols as well. I can almost shoot my shield as well as my Beretta M9. It’s just crazy accurate to be a micro 9.

[@samoliver9132]

I have a p365x and I love it but I don’t shoot it much and I noticed a tiny bit of rusting on the magazine. I live in Colorado by the way so it’s a really dry state

[@omribenbenisty]

Can I ask why the Masada slim is not in your favorites? From what I can see online people just love it and most reviewers said they started daily carrying it

[@Euge-Balls]

If you had to choose, what are your top 5?

[@youngman850]

Wooo canik shoutout near the end. I was getting worried. My bias is satiated.

[@BioHorror]

no G26?

[@bahuilok]

No beretta 9000s?

[@hudsonclapp1619]

You should make a micro 9 tier list

[@cornydad]

Seems to me the Canik Mete is what the Walther PDP micro is likely to be. The Mete has the pre-cocked striker like the PDP along with the long slide stop/release.

[@Tjbmoney80]

Where is your p10M?

[@D-A-1776]

Hellcat, shield plus and mossbergg mc2sc are my top 3

[@dam00k]

Kimber Micro 9 coined the phrase ‘micro 9’, funny how the term was hijacked by double stack compacts and sub compacts. Sig 938, LC9 didn’t make the cut either. I know the manufacturers call these micros but I think it inadvertently subjugates an entire array of correctly classified firearms that work rungs above a ‘mouse’ .380, 22lr or 32acp but don’t pants you at the food store with a hyper paranoid fixation on capacity and components.

[@ccoop2416]

I will pick up a csx soon too ,I was actually just waiting to see if they released a pc version

[@jlh8790]

Looks like you got rid of the SCT frame. That’s unfortunate I wanted to see when that would fall

[@spnfirearms]

No I don’t! I actually made it into a 48!!

[@spnfirearms]

I love the thing! It’s just or a complete handgun. It’s about. You’ll see it in future videos. Respect

[@davezito888]

Love the sub count. Seen you grow sooo fast! Keep killing it! Love these micro vids bro

[@jamieloznicka2086]

How would you rank the shadow system cr920? 10 rd in the size of a Glock 43 is interesting

[@DanTheWolfman]

Nice Vid....I like the longer 3.3" to 3.7" stuff. Masada Slim and Micro Dagger C1 are the small ones I'd like to get. I would have liked the CSX in a Macro version

[@thelivingear990]

I don’t feel bad about my gun collection anymore.

[@guitarguru4492]

I would like to see a video on the Sig p290rs.

[@spnfirearms]

I want one! Respect

[@markedman3990]

I always thought if I was to see one in a LGS....I'd snatch it up real fast! P290rs is a great EDC.

[@judge831]

I'd love to have more options in 30 Super Carry. I'd have gotten my Shield Plus Performance Center in 30 SC if I knew it was a thing when I bought it.

[@allenc4909]

Great micro9 breakdown. Thanks!

[@malevolentgaze9391]

I’m only a few hundred rounds into my reflex but I love that gun. Not a single issue with it so far, shoots great, love the feel of it. I can’t find anything wrong with it

[@nickshowsstuff435]

Make sure your front sight still glows. FN had to replace my front sight twice since after range sessions they wouldn’t glow anymore almost like the tritium wasn’t fully sealed. My 3rd sight has been fine so far. I had a few other issue with the firearm not going into battery but they replaced the extractor spring and that did the trick. But if you were going to look for anything since it functions fine make sure the sight is bright like it’s supposed to be. Could be easy to overlook for some people. Especially if they aren’t used to night sights.

[@malevolentgaze9391]

@@nickshowsstuff435 no way man I just checked and sure enough, the front sight isn’t glowing at all. How did you go about replacing it? Contact fn?

[@nickshowsstuff435]

@@malevolentgaze9391 sorry for the late reply! FN will offer to send you a sight or you can send it in to them and they will replace it for you. Tell them to sight it in also they have mine shooting straight. FN isn’t admitting that they are having some sort of issue with their sights it’s an issue that goes unnoticed by a large majority of people! I’m glad I was able to point that out for you. If you have any issues keep getting new sights. Eventually they will need to recall them and use something different if it actually is a real issue. It cost you nothing to send it in to them and it gets delivered back to your house you just need to be home to sign for the package.

[@nickshowsstuff435]

@@malevolentgaze9391 send it back to them it won’t cost you anything they will do it for you. They will offer to send it if u wanna do it yourself but I had them sight it in also and it shoots straight. That sight goes unnoticed by most but drives me crazy because it’s a very expensive sight they shouldn’t break from shooting.

[@davidhartley6232]

Still waiting for the Kahr cm/pm9 review 😎

[@spnfirearms]

I know! It’s on the list! Respect

[@gk5891]

PM9 5.6" 4.0" 0.9" Bodyguard 2.0 5.42" 4.10" 0.84" A PM9 is a Micro. Most of these are Subcompacts and Compacts.

[@aceyboogie7172]

Preach brother, I’ve been asking @spnfirearms for a while now. PM9 with the maguts +1 on the 6 and 7 round mags is the 👩‍🍳 💋

[@Angela-bv9gw]

the iwi masada slim was missing

[@JimGothe]

Where is the Beretta APX Carry?

[@dmr.0075]

You should add a 2075 rami to the collection I don’t personally own one yet but want one so bad, and would like to see your opinion

[@MP-lf4xk]

What's the fastest way to load p365 and bodyguard 2.0 mags?

[@samgilliland3423]

A mag loader

[@ccoop2416]

I'm waiting for cz and walther to put micro 9s out too what's the holdup 😅

[@BabylonianLifting]

Cz does have a micro 9, the p10m.

[@tylerhughes5229]

Try the kimber micro 9 it’s amazing

[@D-A-1776]

Wanted a reflex but after the horror stories im afraid to invest in one

[@Accord-do6ws]

Where is the Glock 26 or 27?

[@CalCam1331]

Exciting to hear about a future range ! More shooting videos along with your lists would be awesome 😎 the sw csx looks cool actually I like the exposed hammer. 🔨

[@SheepDog200]

All 15 of my handguns are full size, I’m pretty sure I’ll start buying micro eventually but I definitely prefer to edc full size as of right now.

[@NotTheRunnerUp]

It most be winter all year round where you from bruh

[@SheepDog200]

@@NotTheRunnerUp Detroit, that’s not the case I just prefer full size.

[@alan-i8t]

great vid

[@davidwhite-ok5lq]

I was expecting to see a CZ p10s in the mix. But great video!

[@PitbullSoco]

Definitely could have been but technically it's a sub compact and not a micro

[@davidhudson2527]

Maybe you're confusing the CZ P10S double stack subcompact with their P10 M micro slim single stack? 🤔😁

[@abc456f]

Still carry my OG Shield, magguts +2 in the 7 round mag, 9+1. Pocket carry with the right shorts or pants.

[@geeno150proof9]

Making me want a shield or a hellcat to spend a lil bread on i got a gx4 carry that i fuvkn love over the summer

[@spnfirearms]

I love my GX4’s they feel great in the hand and shoot well. But the hellcat and shield plus are just different animals. You can get the shield for $75-125 more than a gx4 and it’ll last way way longer and be more reliable. Respect

[@geeno150proof9]

@@spnfirearms bet I probably want something with a similar size in a 9mm I’m gonna look into them

[@PitbullSoco]

Apx A1 Carry maybe? Not bc i have one or think youll love it, just because right now you can get the gray 8rd from Palmetto for $229 and a $50 rebate. For under $200 for a Beretta brand new...why not?

[@JackKerley-cu5vk]

I have 2 a1 carry and like them, to go along with my hellcats, and shield plus

[@MrBuckeye63]

My Micro-9 is a GX4 … I have put several thousand down the barrel great pistol… But .. I like sub- compacts better My 27, CZ P-10S and Ruger Security 380 ( crazy good pistol)

[@legendarymotorsports7373]

Walther and cz have several micro 9a

[@randomgamer-st1ie]

I hope the CSX isnt discontinued. But guess I can buy a used one later. Speaking of discontinued guns, where's the PX4 sub? It aint micro, but neither is that hellcat pro.

[@Crackerman311]

You didn’t leave Beretta out of a mass gun review, did you? 😬

[@SteveVall]

Funny how you excluded the micro dagger from this list 💀

[@Thasgolas]

I wanted to like the CSX, but it just didn't feel right for me. Thr STR-9MC was terrific. If course, I haven't bought anything lately... The oft-ignored IWI Masada Slim remains my EDC.

[@rjcavazos89]

I rotate between a Hellcat w Optic, Ruger Max9 and G43 w/ TLR6 light for night carry. Can't trust my Taurus GX4 outside of the range.

[@Scarywoody]

Yeah, I have a Kahr CM9 Wanted to love it. That trigger though.

[@RLM-cc6pd]

love my max9 and hellcat

[@Jeremy-by6pg]

Have you seen the Imbel GC MD2 380. Something ive never seen before. Looks Bad to the bone even though im not a 1911/2011 guy. Also have you seen the FN Compact MRD/W Compensator 7.4 inches in length but 4.8 in height looks pretty good. 12 rounds. Personally ive been looking at the FN 510 Tacticial Also would love a Glock cleaning and lubing video.

[@thatsrich944]

I've shot a number of the models you showed, but when I got my PSA Dagger Micro, all those other micros died in my eyes.

[@spnfirearms]

Fair enough! And that’s why we all like what we like! I shot my buddies micro dagger and it had multiple failures to eject in the like 400 rounds we put through it, he sent it back, in 3 weeks he got it back and since then he probably has 700 or so rounds through it. I thought it was a good shooter but I prefer a lot of these over it. But everyone like something different! Good choice, respect!

[@PitbullSoco]

Quality control is what kills the Dagger when there are so many great sub compact/micros to choose from in the same price range

[@JackKerley-cu5vk]

The Dagger micro is a glock 43x clone, is a good gun

[@ElMenorLatino]

What about the king of micro guns? The Glock 17 🙃

[@truthBtold1212]

Comp and ported barrels are TERRIBLE for carey guns. Go ahead and try shooting that at night... See if you arent flash blinded for enough time for someone to plug you 11 times.. i jave ported/comp. Guns. Would never carry or use as night stand gun. Knowing is half the battle

[@Yellow_Flannel]

6:55 CZ has that meh single stack micro nine

[@32189djsddk]

How much better is the shield over shield plus? Worth upgrading?

[@spnfirearms]

Hard to explain. All depends if you like the hinge trigger or not. Today, i carried my 1.0 performance center shield. I honestly like that better than the plus. But compared to my regular 1.0 shield, i do prefer the flat face trigger and extra capacity. It is worthy of the upgrade in my opinion. Respect man!

[@beaumontdale675]

Sorry that your p365's have been 50% unreliable. My wife and I bought brand new (post internals update) p365 a few months back. So far, reiable. Supposedly, the updates were to fix the common issues that they had before. Check it out!

[@JoMammaSmurf]

No Kel-Tec P15. Aweee.

[@FILIPHUS_KRISTIAN_FIKRI1185]

HOW TO BUY ...? I AM FROM INDONESIA...

[@True-word74]

My favorite is fn reflex then my hhellcat pro comp . Everything else just don’t compare

[@nusense808]

Masada Slim for me