CANIK TP9 ELITE SUBCOMPACT TUNGSTEN...IS IT REALLY A SUBCOMPACT?

[@tipsovr2626]

Canik may be one of the most underrated line of pistols on the market today. The triggers are fantastic on these guns. I've got this exact same model an love it. The only problem with Canik currently is that there are ZERO mags available for it and haven't been for months.

[@rik4369]

Lucky my V2 mags fit. That gives me 36 extra rounds for use.

[@JonathanMarcy]

Looks like they are starting to get a few 18 round canik mags you can order from fleet farm. The tp9 mags are universal along the tp9 models, at least as far as the sc.

[@davidr.5749]

l could care less what moniker is given to the Canik subcompact. lt has a better factory trigger than any S&W or Glock I've ever owned. Plus it is just as concealable as any firearm I've carried for the last twenty-plus years and I still can't believe it only cost me 360 dollars when l bought it a year ago.

[@joshelcubano5649]

Good to hear about the concealable that was my main concern I’m definitely sold on this pistol especially with optic ready

[@davidmcgahan5328]

@@joshelcubano5649 i got my canik two years ago it is awesome best trigger on a factory pistol out there. Very concealable. I've put Romeo o on it and just recently put holosun 407k both without having to use a plate.

[@brich5314]

@@davidmcgahan5328 better than the PDP?

[@daffidavit]

I agree it's has a great trigger. Much better than my Walther P99 which I bought in 2006. But my Glock 30 (.45ACP) also has a very sensitive trigger. The "wall" is an interesting subject. But my Canik has a better trigger than my Walther P99, for sure. I also have an H&K with an awesome trigger pull. But the Glock 30 scares me. I can pull the trigger at the ranger and have a second "double pull" because of the way I'm not an expert and the way the Glock 30 trigger is so sensitive. It's worth taking your handguns out to the range in a berm with nobody near you so you can experiment and get used to all of your weapons. At least after you have had sufficient training from an instructor of course. IMHO

[@tonymarinelli7304]

I shot mine for the first time yesterday and was extremely extremely impressed plus it actually fit perfectly in my Springfield XDM HOLSTERS

[@tonym362]

Picked up my 3rd SC a few weeks back. This one has the Burnt Bronze upper & they replaced the phosphorus white dot FS with a fiber optic rod ( green, red or amber). I use the Romeo Zero on all my SC's. Ive been using the SC as my EDC & Competition gun for over 1 1/2 years & with over 7000 rounds thru the 3 of them, I have not had any issues. These gun just run. Quality, Durability, Dependability & price, Caniks are hard to beat.

[@TheConcealedCarryChannel]

I have been pretty impressed so far as well.

[@alfredsukeloff7183]

I bought one. The spring was super stiff and very hard to rack. Canik sent me a looser spring. I took it to the range 1st time. Failed to feed on the very first magazine on the 4th rd out of 15, using stiff spring. Switched to looser spring every other magazine to see which I preferred. Shot 100 rds and had a couple more minor issues. Slide failed to come all the way forward once about a couple centimeters, I noticed it before pulling trigger so I just pushed slide forward. And 1 failure to eject last shell with the slide not locking open but closing and catching the shell. I don't know which spring I had in during the last 2 issues but I figure it was the loose spring cuz it sounds like loose spring issues. Just wondering if it sounds like breakin issues. Other then that it ran the 100 rds good.

[@tonym362]

@@alfredsukeloff7183 Sorry, I've never had any of those issues on any of my 11 Caniks, nor have I had a break-in period. I got my last SC on a Thursday, shot & won an IDPA match, 3 days later on that Sunday. I generally shoot 115 FMJ in my SC. I would reach out to Canik or Century Arms again. A buddy had an issue with 147 gr, in his SFX & Canik send a looser spring & he's been fine for the last 3000 rounds. I wish I had better news for you. Canik does have good customer service.

[@alfredsukeloff7183]

@@tonym362 ps. I used Blazer and winchester 115 gr. Idk. Thanks for reply just didn't know.

[@Room-qd7pl]

How’s the Romeo holding up for you? Battery life etc… I’m looking to put a red dot on my Canik combat elite executive. Any input would be appreciated. I have no experience with red dots on pistols so just seeing what others are liking

[@kevinhagberg1929]

I shot the TP9 Elite SC and its big brother, the SFX last weekend at the range. I put them up against a S&W Shield EZ, an M&P 2.0 , a new S&W CSX, a Sig Sauer P365 X Magnum and a Glock 48. The Caniks out shot all the others hands-down. The trigers on the Caniks are awesome. Of course, the SFX shot flatter than the others, but the SC wasn’t far behind. My paperwork is underway, so can take home a Canik TP9 Elite SC of my own.

[@johnanthony8951]

I have a MeteSFX with holosun 407k and the daily carry is a tp9elitesc tungsten with holoson 507k, damn good shooting guns

[@jasonperfect529]

That was one of the best detailed videos I have ever heard.

[@freedomliberty895]

Love my canik sc carry it everyday and everywhere. Yes it's more of a compact then subcompact but again very close.

[@51RainArmy]

Thank you for covering in depth all the EDC/CCW aspects of this little Canik.

[@rickgarcia8481]

Any gun that starts weighing over 25 ounces fully loaded, I wouldn't consider any kind of compact moniker. Having said that. I love this gun. There isn't a glock I would prefer over this gun. I encourage anyone to buy this fabulous gun

[@ronhu7651]

Totally agree, but then I'm far from a Glock fanboy.

[@rickgarcia8481]

@@ronhu7651 Lol, me either. Never have been.

[@damienharbin242]

Weights never really been my problem. Size is. This is more in the subcompact range. With stuff like the SIG P365 being in the Micro Compact range. Weight, for me, has a lot more to do with comfortability than whether or not I see a gun as compact or not.

[@rebel9channel]

​@damienharbin242 correct!! I basically Saud the same thing!! Any gun under a 4 inch barrel imo is a subcompact..it's just a little longer than others in its class..I compared this gun to the taurus g2c and xd9 sub which are shorter but all are still under a 4 inch barrel

[@SpAceDrragon]

Just bought this gun , waiting on it to be delivered, can’t wait to try it out !

[@TheConcealedCarryChannel]

Enjoy, and thanks for watching!

[@kurticeberg4566]

Thank you! This was all the info I needed to know, but countless other reviews for the same elite sc failed to deliver. You are excellent, thank you for this!

[@leonardjackson842]

This is going to be my next gun. I have the Canik TP9 sfx and I love it.

[@callmebyyourname1448]

This will be my first one. I saw it in the store yesterday. I'll get it this weekend

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

In 2020 when i purchased my 1st gun he handed me the Glock G45 and said this IS the most popular gun out there and it felt good in my hand .... Then i asked do you have anything with more "color" or something with style or something that looks more cosmetically cool other than solid boring black ... He handed me the Canik TP9 SFX full size and my eyes 😳 .... I was like now that is a good looking gun. And it felt good in my hand so i also got that one. I am waiting for them to call me on the signature series whiteout then i will look into this one as well. I really like the TP9 SFX but it IS a big gun ...

[@berettaxd7566]

Just got this pistol with the RMR package. Phenomenal piece of gear!

[@TheConcealedCarryChannel]

I continue to be pleasantly surprised by CANIK.

[@stanleychamallas2331]

Very informative video, well done , touched on everything you need to know about that firearm.

[@bustacapp359]

Well, fast forward 2 years and we have magazines (17 round)! Which also work with the MC9 METE! Trigger on both weapons systems are phenomenal! Glad I have both!

[@StarHunter28]

It's definitely a compact, especially in today's sub compact market, but still around that perfect size for me

[@foxedrey622]

You presented a very detailed breakdown and commentary of this pistol! Good job!! A few months before you shot this video, I purchased my first pistol, and it's the Canik TP9 Elite w/ tungsten finish. I f*cking love this gun! I'm glad I did not go down the Glock route. In the process of learning to shoot with both eyes open, while I wear progressive glasses, mind you, it's a challenge to see the sights on my pistol. I have have a set of tritium sights to place on this gun, soon. Nevertheless, I want to purchase this SC model this year. It will become my carry pistol. I will also place a Holoson EPS Carry MRS optic on it, since it is milled and designed to do so. I want to be sure my sighting is "dead on" when firing that round. Thanks for the great review of this pistol!

[@1k3nts09]

I was looking for a sub compact or compact and really like this size. It can be a glock 19 size gun with 15 rd mags or the perfect concealed carry size with the 12 rounders. Really wanna try the mc9 and see if i just like the size of the tp9 sc cause im used to it, but none the less pleased with my purchase. I also wanna say that free holster is helpful for us noobies. One because we get to try something without soending money, 2 because it gives you a quick idea on "yes i like this style im getting something similar." Or "no i hate this holster i wont get this style of holster. " either way that education on what you like or dislike is very helpful.

[@mikelangelo2020]

IMO slide length is less important than grip length, and I'll take a Pic rail over non-rail any day. (When comparing TP9 vs G27) P.S. I only watch your videos for support/knowledge. Most of these guns aren't on my radar because I've been OWB open carrying. Keep up the good work!

[@TheConcealedCarryChannel]

Glad you find them helpful. Thank you for watching!

[@jeffreydoebler8367]

It's the sub compact of their line up why split hairs at the end of the day it's small enough to conceal and big enough not to be to jumpy when shooting

[@davecoldren2037]

Thank you for a comprehensive and complete review. Keep up the great work.

[@demoriusdixon568]

Very good review and comparison🔥🔥

[@djmueller1676]

a lot of info with no fluff. Good stuff.👍

[@theroguetomato5362]

I replaced the barrel with a threaded barrel. It's almost exactly the same size as my Ruger Security 9. Exactly the same if I use the extended mag. So, no, it's not a sub-compact, even if it had the original barrel and the short mag with the pinky extension. It's a compact. I love the gun, but it's just not small enough to earn the SC.

[@rik4369]

I got my extend barrel from Optic Planet. It is a Canik Barrell. Cost $109.00 for the black one. There is a Golden color one ( with my Blackout version,, looks like a smaller Executive)

[@rik4369]

Yes it is threaded too

[@StarHunter28]

The threaded barrel goes great with the Suarez gen 4/5 Glock comp

[@blackicekck9family379]

Canik and Taurus 👍🏾 for me plus the mags work in each one

[@rosemarsili9159]

I hope Canik comes out with a micro-compact soon. Here's hoping!

[@JamesPiccone]

They would have to come up with a new magazine design first 🤔

[@v.german11b]

@@JamesPiccone micro compact pistols become less effective, louder and snappier. JHP bullets fired from a 3" gun barrel have less reliability of expansion.

[@JamesPiccone]

@@v.german11b I love my Sig p365XL with +2Magguts 14+1 for EDC compared to any other gun I got including my Elite. It's not a full size gun and there's a price you pay the smaller a gun is. I use Underwood defender ammunition which does not rely on deformation. Also my barrel is 3.7 in on the XL which is nearly identical to my 4-in barrels as far as velocity is concerned. But you are correct subcompact/micro pistols struggle with heavy for caliber jhp for reliable expansion. My original comment pertained to new magazine designs not barrel length.

[@v.german11b]

@@JamesPiccone "micro" gun refers to a 3" barrel. You described your gun of choice as nearly compact size. I KNOW for a fact that a 3" gun barrel is LOUDER, SNAPPIER, LESS ACCURATE *other than point blank* AND LESS RELIABLE TO GET JHP BULLETS TO EXPAND, irrespective of the claims from ammo manufacturers.

[@JamesPiccone]

@@v.german11b The only person talking about 3-in barrels is you. The Sig p365xl does not have 3 in barrel. Once again my original comment pertained to new magazine designs. I'm done concealed carrying full size now they have thinner more comfortable pistols. I never said 3 in pistols weren't snappier. As far as the accuracy is concerned, it's not the arrow it's the Indian.

[@jeffersarmy]

There no standardized measurements or requirements when it comes to classifying pistol sizes/categories. Literally every manufacturer uses their own system based on other pistols said manufacturer offers.

[@rik4369]

100%. When you compare it to all the other TP9's it is a Sub-Compact. First time I have heard anyone make that point on these comment on the SC.

[@jackjack4412]

The elite sc is the just about the same size as the glock 19. The elite combat is the same size as the glock 17.

[@quark_E]

There's no standardized measurement sure but there are industry standards. It dwarfs other subcompacts in width and length, and is dimensionally more similar to other compacts.

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

Same as clothing manufacturers ... they each have their own size specification chart

[@nickbaldi5198]

I have the TP9 elite combat that I really like. I'd love to get this as my concealed carry but at 5'8" 130lb I don't think I can conceal it well enough, especially in warm weather.

[@jefflutz7664]

I'm 5'7, 135lbs and I carry the tp9 sc with the 15 round mag in the 12:30 position with little to no printing. I mostly wear 29" pants and large T shirts. I also carry a spare mag, a small flashlight, pepper gel and an ipod on my belt.

[@1k3nts09]

​@@jefflutz7664im looking to get my first ccw, and im 5'10 160bs and had no real frame of reference on that, and your comment helped me thank you. Now i know i should definitely be able to, or im doing something very wrong😂

[@joshelcubano5649]

Great video man! Loved every second of the in depth break down..i carry the full size Tp9 DA but am looking to get something compact like this

[@sevse23]

Thanks for the video, and the useful info Also, thanks to you sir I bought myself a Sticky Holster, and man is it a good one!

[@TheConcealedCarryChannel]

I have been a fan of the Sticky Holsters for many years now. For small, light CCW they are hard to beat. Thanks for watching!

[@michaelhoward5532]

This is an AWESOME PISTOL!!!

[@chris.eskimo]

Bout the only thing I would change is the front sight. Otherwise, sounds like it may be my new EDC

[@miguelsaquic2852]

Great review! Thank you!

[@ACommenterOnYouTube]

This size difference is no different that when other companies make their clothing line. Small with company A will be slightly different than a Small with company B ... Same with sneakers, so i would expect the same with guns. I have a Glock G45 and a Canik TP9 SFX full size, both are full size guns but the Canik is physically larger. The Canik TP9 SF Elite is a compact and its the same size as my Glock G45 which is a full size gun.

[@freedomliberty895]

To me it's more of a compact size then subcompact.

[@Myemnhk]

Would anyone say that this or the tp9sf elite is better? They're pretty similar all things considered, i would be running 15 rounds in both so the size would essentially be the same on the grips. The only difference would be like half an inch in the slide length.

[@kogasoldier9379]

If you plan to carry concealed this will do it a little better due to the size difference, but some people are comfortable concealing a full size. I say go the biggest you can but still be comfortable enough to carry every day.

[@PabloSerna]

Thank you for the review. I just got myself this gun. The funny thing is that you say all these great things about the gun but the tone of voice make it sound like it is not good.

[@rodneyrainey2021]

I agree it seemed like he didn’t like the gun he had a lot of complaints

[@tonymarinelli7304]

It’s almost like he’s underplaying his enthusiasm, I agree with you gentleman

[@rebel9channel]

Excellent video

[@davidb.turknett4447]

I have the tp9 elite sc and the tp9 da/sa and sold my sar9 after I bought them. The Canik magazines are interchangeable and though the sar9 is a great handgun, I prefer the triggers on the Caniks. I have a S&W .45 shield and it's thinner and smaller than the sc. The sc is not a sub compact. I will not sell one of my Caniks. Just wish Canik would make a .45 or 10mm.

[@riseofjasonvoorheesbihh]

so i could use 20rd mag from the elite n use for the sc👀👀🔥

[@richardlacourse2944]

@@riseofjasonvoorheesbihh yes

[@samawad2233]

Let me know what holster you get for it I’ve been looking but haven’t found one. I was thinking about get the waist band let me know what you think of them

[@Yotamansam]

I just picked mine up yesterday for $480

[@derekhatfield745]

Ouch. I paid $380 at a gun show

[@jrmac53]

Nice review. Thanks!!

[@barrygoodson4952]

The best pistol for the price you can buy. They are under $450 most places .

[@callmebyyourname1448]

I heard they were $350 when they first came out. The hype must raised the price

[@rik4369]

If your military affiliated , they are $360.00 no taxes on the two bases near me in NC ( Cherry Point & CLNC).

[@tylaw6173]

$550 for the optic version with the shield sms2

[@derekhatfield745]

I picked mine up for $380 at a gun show.

[@jameskirk3]

Got a link on what XS big dots will fit this? Those sights are not meant for a long life, they're just a backup option for an optic honestly.

[@a.r.r.5626]

I have medium-sized man hands (5'9, 170 Lbs). The recoil with my TP9 Elite SC was way too snappy... really disliked my purchase of this gun. Had to reset my grip each time. Hard to rack the slide. I replaced the stock recoil guide rod spring (17 Lbs) with the blue Canik Low Force Recoil Spring #PACN0559 from Midwest Gun Works. (13 Lbs) Now...I LOVE SHOOTING THIS CANIK!! ❤ Can stay on target.... No resetting my grip each time... Easier to rack the slide... No jams or stove pipes... Installation? Easy like Sunday mornin'...

[@georgepeak861]

Brass backstrap would’ve also helped what you were experiencing . Evens out the front heaviness and makes the gun feel more “tame.” Probably the best upgrade for this gun.

[@michaelhoward5532]

Hurley Welding and Woodworks has a 3d printed mag plate that takes up that gap Just FYI

[@chrisschwent8451]

How snappy is the recoil?

[@stanleychamallas2331]

I heard their customer service is terrible what is your thoughts

[@dang2045]

It’s more of a compact thank a subcompact and the with is more full sized!

[@SirRockRRd]

First of all I like the size it's right in between. Second Use a flashlight to hit the site.

[@sammyg4806]

It depends the grip is short enough to be sub “compact”. Though the gun is a bit heavy.

[@beybulatozden9508]

You complain about weight bu put red dot and light on it

[@sammyg4806]

@@beybulatozden9508 what I mean, is that the gun is closer to a P320 X Carry than it is to a P365 in the “compact” tier level.

[@dandvreveiws5765]

Lot's of similarities to the walther ppq Sc

[@curtissmith8789]

They picked a good one to clone.

[@oscarvelasquez1981]

For me it was the way I could grab this gun with my big bear hands and shoot with no problems or having it feel small. Then my way smaller wife with her smaller hands gets it and has no trouble at all with it. We both love it.

[@howlingwolf125y]

Looks like a nice gun.. Does anyone know if you can get this one with a manual safety.. or w/ a palm safety?

[@richardlacourse2944]

No you cannot

[@jameskirk3]

Had me right up until you said a high quality holster and quoted Alienwear and Crossbreed. Agree to disagree i guess. There are many many better holsters out there. Those are pretty mediocre IMO. The Enigma system, Harry's Holsters, Vedder, and Bravo Concealment IWB would be better quality builds in general, but the issue with Caniks, is that not everyone makes a holster for it, matter of fact, not many people ever replace the factory holster, so there aren't many companies that stock them. There is a subreddit for Canik, and they have a handful of sources for holsters and accessories. I would suggest doing whatever modifications you are going to do regarding optic, light, mag release, etc, and then having one made from a source they've already vetted at r/canik. Cheers.

[@jesuscruz-xh2jo]

Nice👍👍👍

[@hvymax]

The grip is the hard part to conceal.

[@michaelhoward5532]

Canik MO1 sights if you want a Red Dot

[@KFGHQ]

Please do a Beretta Apx compact

[@stanleychamallas2331]

When you broke it down you didn’t have to pull trigger? Most all striker fired you need to to that.

[@keymainey]

If it's cocked yes. If it's not you don't have to.

[@michaelbell75]

Nearly 25 ounces, 1.45 in width, 6.7 in length and 5 in tall is definitely not a SUB compact IMO. Its a compact. Too big and heavy for EDC IMO. My Ruger Security 380 is my size/weight limit for EDC.

[@toddm9501]

How do you like that Security 380. I have a Security 9 and a LCP II. Both great guns, both opposites. The Ruger 9 was the first gun I ever bought. I have a Canik TP9 SF now. Great pistol. That Security 9 is so comfortable, though.

[@michaelbell75]

@@toddm9501 I like it but I picked up a KelTec P 17 which has displaced it as my primary because it’s like half the weight, better trigger, less recoil and still holds 16 rounds of 22lr.

[@tonymarinelli7304]

My only concern is that the sandpaper like grip will rub against my side. I carry btwn. 1-2:00 and I don’t like wearing t shirts

[@zaahirismail9591]

It's better than glock .period

[@daddypanda3134]

FACTS but because its so little customization available. I'm buying a glock

[@josephlacara1283]

I own two Caniks and like them but had issues with this one. Cheap design with retention spring for the slide release lever that keeps coming off. You have to bend it slightly to increase tension and reposition.Big issue was the recoil spring assy itself. Where the spring itself wraps around at the end where it meets the flat plate, it keeps overlaping the coil ahead of it. You have to take a tool and reposition it or the firearm will not load and eject. Has happened 3 times. Pistol is new. Contacting Canik for a replacement or repair under warranty. As for carrying concealed, I think the Mete is the better choice but I either use my Walther CCP or my Sig P365XL. For me just better options and cannot be seen.

[@Immortal-lh3ew]

its good but the slide feels VERY heavy compared to other handguns in its class. its a bit off putting otherwise solid

[@BigPapi-hv1dx]

It’s not bad it you lock it back for a couple nights

[@barrygoodson4952]

That reset is nothing ! I can’t think of any name brand pistol with that quick of reset !

[@jameskirk3]

The grip length is with the flat plate. The width of this gun? No, not at all, it is a very wide gun. If you don't like a wide throat on a pistol, it's not for you. It's as wide as a Glock 19. The part right up under the beavertail area, where it would be. It's wide. All the TP9 series are. They aren't single stacks, they're bigger guns. It does appendix about as well as a Glock 26 does. It might even shoot better. I know it's blasphemy, but it's a shooter. I'm not trading out my elite combat or glock 19 for it, but I'll get one eventually. Too good a gun for the money (not even to mention all the free accessories in the box) to pass it up. Would you rather have a Taurus Toro? Shoot them and then decide. That's what it costs, and it's a deal, but a subcompact?....only at Canik is this an SC lol.

[@saiedfarisi6425]

Janik: Jan means Life; ikmeans -wise. == (Life-wise)

[@hillbilly224]

waiting on my fat guy holster for this pewpew.

[@Dan-on7yo]

You carry with the smaller mag and the backup is the larger mag because size is irrelevant at that pojnt

[@kenshin034]

Nope all caniks are bigger/heavier than glocks the thinniest/lightest loaded compacts out G19/SD9

[@craigspeirs6639]

look at Ruger american compact, great pistol and made in USA, instead of Turkey

[@TheAxe4Ever]

Canik……the Glock killer. Sorry Glock fans. Just my opinion. And this is coming from a guy who has 4 Glocks and got my first one, a Glock 21 .45 acp (that I still have) in 1992. I recently bought a Canik TP9 Elite Combat, and my wife has this one the TP9 Elite SC. They are both stellar weapons! And the price can’t be beat considering what you would pay for the bigger name brands with the features and shoot-ability of Canik’s. I still have my Glocks. But they are spending more time in their holsters and cases lately.

[@damienharbin242]

I’ve heard a lot of problems about Canik, but I’ve never actually heard them from the person. Only “my buddy had X problem with his Canik” type stuff. That being said, I have the Mete SFT, and it’s above and beyond the most accurate pistol I’ve owned and still extremely reliable. This is in comparison to $300, $500, $600, and $800 pistols. In my experience, Glock isn’t the name to beat, at least as far as gun for price. It’s Canik.

[@tashawnuatilmon8312]

Does your wife carry it? I’m thinking about buying this tomorrow as my EDC. I’m a female about 120 pounds. Trying to decide if this a good choice for my EDC.

[@stanleychamallas2331]

Just that customer service is TERRIBLE you get No HELP at all if issues with firearm which hesitates people from purchasing one.

[@aalishah272]

Very wide pistol it's weight and it's width is not suitable for concealed carry

[@brandonjohnson2493]

It’s too wide, too clunky, too ugly. God it’s so ugly. I had a full size tp9sfx, it’s a good gun, but only the fde looks good

[@teelowteelow356]

What do you consider a pretty gun?

[@brandonjohnson2493]

@@teelowteelow356 sig 226, smith and Wesson model 66,19,27, Walther ppk, sig 938, colt python, there’s so many to name

[@TheOriginalRick]

@@brandonjohnson2493 I have heard from many sources that bad guys greatly prefer to be shot by a "pretty gun." It gives them more cred in the slammer.

[@jesseawiten8480]

have you ever shoot one?

[@brandonjohnson2493]

@@jesseawiten8480 I’ve owned a Tp9sfx in FDE

[@somenoonsomenoon8874]

Taurus G2c G3c are better guns

[@gayy1745]

Boring

[@TheLegendaryLP]

To me it’s full size