i have both the full size and the compact FNS-9. after buying the full sized one, i fell in love with it and then got the compact for my carry gun. both with the night sights from the factory. incredible pistols that are so hard to beat. both i bought for $500 each and that was with the night sights!

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Sean! I agree, they are great options at a good price. Certainly well made. Cheers!

@jeffd3802

5 жыл бұрын

@Brandon McKee the full size has less. Most full size handguns have less recoil than their smaller counterparts

Purchased the FNS 9C Oct 2016. My other carry guns have not seen much daylight since then. As far as quality and reliability this is one of the best guns on the market if not the best.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks JJ. There are a lot of people who would agree with you! FN definitely has solid construction and reliability. Cheers!

This is one of my favorite pistols.. fits my hand like it was made for it, have never had a failure, and I've fed it all kinds of ammo.. for a dependable carry gun, hard to beat it. I'm sure fan boys of different gun makers will have a bucket of reasons it's not as good as theirs, but I've found it to be an excellent choice

Excellent and informative review. This is my EDC gun with the pinky extension. My buddies who carry glock 26 are in awe and jealousy of the FNS9c. I have the black and dark gray slide with the Novak Night Sites already installed. Its lightweight, phenomenal accuracy and easy to conceal.

@KSGunGuy01

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Your FN sounds awesome with the dark gray slide. Thank you for sharing and cheers!

Great Review Brother, Congrats on all the subs! I love my FN's, I have the FNS 4 & 5 inch & have many vids on them and love them both, I just never bought the FNSC because I have the M&P 9C so never really needed the FNSC.I also enjoy my Sig P320compact! FNS trigger does get better after 300 or so rds. Carry On!

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother! Glad to hear the trigger gets better after more shooting. It's a good gun but I'm with you on the Sig... tough to beat. Cheers!

Awesome music on the intro, that earned my like. As a weightlifter who moves a barbell 5-6 days a week the aggressive texturing would suit me perfectly. Rips and tears are a normal standard of living

@KSGunGuy01

5 жыл бұрын

Right on! Thank you and cheers!

Great video. I have this gun and just quality firearm from front to back.

@KSGunGuy01

5 жыл бұрын

Right on! Thank you and cheers!

@TheLaughinginthedark

4 жыл бұрын

KSGunGuy why? You can get the fully-loaded version of this for 450 the Smith is like 30$ more and you don't get as much

FNS-9c it's just really a dream come true in terms of perfect carry pistol. Hats off to FN.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Roger! I agree, they are great gins indeed. Cheers!

Fn is such an overlooked option for hand guns for some reason. They are some of the best handguns I have used. Currently have the fns 9 and 9c. Had the fnx9 and a 509 tactical

FNS 9C is very choice. I like their firearms, very well made. Overlooked I would say for sure. I like Bersa as well. The bp9cc has a superior trigger. Thanks brother much appreciated.

@KSGunGuy01

6 жыл бұрын

I agree, FN puts out a great product for sure. Thank you and cheers!

if you got working mans hands you dont even feel the grip if you have office lotion hands yeah maybe

@RayRay-nn9wm

4 жыл бұрын

Funny

Good review, from a review watcher standpoint.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Cheers!

Thank you for the review. I have the full size FNS 9 and I'm now looking for a more compact carry gun so I'm debating between the P320 Sub and the FNS 9 Compact. One option I saw was to get the P320 Compact and then use the subcompact grip module. Since the size of the grip is usually the issue when carrying concealed, that combo would give you a longer sight radius combined with a smaller grip. I also shoot at Centerfire, maybe I'll see you there.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Tom Morris thank you for the comment! You can't go wrong with either choice. That's a great idea about the kit as well. Great to have that option! Cheers

My local gun store had a pretty good deal on one last year, but since i already own plenty on compact and sub compact firearms, i didn't pick it up.And yes, the texturing on the FN is too aggressive for my liking, pretty much my only complaint.Although, Talon rubberized grips would certainly fix the issue.Good review nonetheless.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

CWB, thanks for the comment! Yeah, the grips aren't for everyone indeed. I imagine Talons would correct the issue as you said. Cheers!

Thanks for the review I asked ya a little back if ya was doing a review on this and ya said it was on the list soon u didn't take to long thanks

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

This one was for you! Hope it helps. It's a great gun!

@Mr.Joe86

7 жыл бұрын

KSGunGuy 01 Thanks it's just in time to going to buy a new pistol tomorrow or Wednesday went yesterday and shot this one sig Sauer p320 and the G19 so it'd between them but REALLY liked the sig subcompact felt great

@Mr.Joe86

7 жыл бұрын

Also meant to ask how are you liking the flat trigger on the sig and on the fns compact I shot I guess where it was a rent pistol the trigger didn't have that mush in it really that I could tell but I really like both of these firearms and I say will go with the sig Sauer subcompact bc it felt better to me and it's nice that also the army will be using a p320 similar to these thanks.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Let me know what you decide!

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

I think you nailed it on the head... the Sig felt better in your hand. If that's the case, you may have your answer. Both are great though. As for the flat trigger... I love it! It helps minimize vertical muzzle movement when shooting. Cheers!

First off, let me say "l love your reviews". Secondly, I bought a Sig P320 after trying the FNS 9c in the store and I could not get past the magazine release. The danged thing would not drop even after I tried several Internet Commando techniques. Should have gotten the FNS 9c instead of the Sig P320.. I went looking for the P320RX and discovered that it was made from "unobtainium" or "hardtofindium". Anyway I bought a Sig P320 compact with a 10 lb trigger pull. I know, right? Everybody raves about the trigger! So I sent it into Sig and they sent it back saying that it was within spec (5.5-7.5lb). Crap. I used to love Sig and even have a couple of other Sig pistols that I LOVE! However, all of that nothwithstanding, I am keeping the Sig hoping it will loosen up. (Hoping to trade it for an RX version when they become available). Should have gotten the FN...

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and complement! That's a crazy story. I can't believe you came upon a P320 with a 10lb trigger. Have you tried putting an Apex in it? Maybe that will help. I agree that the RX is hard to find unless you don't mind going through Cabelas. I hear the compact RX is now in the wild so maybe you can snag one of those! I hope your Sig gets better, they truly are great guns. Cheers!

@nalrah6340

7 жыл бұрын

In fairness to Sig, they returned the gun with ~8.5 lb trigger. The trigger is curved so when I pull the trigger gauge straight back it reads 8.5. If you pull it angled downward, it will read 7.5 lbs. (the upper limit of the spec is 7.5 --the nominal is 6.5 lbs.). I have a trigger return spring back-ordered from Brownell's to see if another spring will make it better. Maybe I am nitpicking, I actually prefer a heavier trigger for a carry gun. Just not THAT heavy. Cheers yourself!

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Tim Harlan I hope the spring helps. It still seems way too heavy. You had me curious so I ran the gauge on the full size rx and subcompact. The rx runs at 5.5lbs consistently and the subcompact runs just under 6lbs roughly. Keep me posted!

@nalrah6340

7 жыл бұрын

Will do Back ordered so it might take awhile. BTW, what does the KS stand for?

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Tim Harlan awesome. It stands for Kansas.

Thanks for taking the time to review. I don't understand the hyper-vigilance as to making sure the viewer knows the gun's unloaded. Even if you point the gun right at the camera and pull the trigger on a loaded weapon, I will not get shot, harmed, wounded or killed. But you will need a new camera at the very least! As to the SIG vs FN comparison, did you strike the back of the FN to see if it would go bang? SIGs of late are not as reliable. Another thing the FN has going for it, it's not a SIG!

@KSGunGuy01

6 жыл бұрын

People tear you apart in the comments if you don't show clear. Otherwise, I feel the same way you do. As for the reliability, both Sigs and FNs will serve. The drop safe thing has passed and we have moved on. Thank you and cheers!

BTW love the videos and your editing I'm taking some pointers from you

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

That really means a lot man! I look up to you guys and take pointers from you all the time. Still long winded of course, but I am trying to drill that down. I can't wait to hear about the Canik when you get it back!

@1776orbust

7 жыл бұрын

KSGunGuy 01 well we will see I was hoping to have it this weekend to shoot it and the m9 and p01 but it never showed up so tomorrow is an awesome 7 weeks ....In my honest opinion it is the biggest waste of money on any handgun that I have ever purchased.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

It's a real bummer, especially for a good looking gun like that. Hopefully it will be fixed and maybe change your opinion!

Great job. Thanks

@KSGunGuy01

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Cheers

Another great video. And looks like you just rolled over 500 subs! A close friend of mine had a full size 9mm hammer fired FN. I never got to try it out before he lost it. (long/unfortunate story) Since leaving the military that was the one and only pistol he owned in his sea of rifles and shotguns. This video is a sign that I should try one out finally because we were just talking about it yesterday too lol.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and complement! It's a bummer that he lost the hammer fired. Yes, I recommend giving this a go. I'd be interested to hear how you like it! Cheers

Just bought one! Like it so far.

nice little pistol....now go check out the steyr s9....😉

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Haha! Believe me, I'm on the look out. You have me so interested in it. If nothing else, I want to find one to shoot!

you should pull the trigger straight back instead of pulling it downwards in a 45 degree angle when measuring it with a gauge.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I have a mod2 3" and added the pearce extension which works great on the flat 13 round mags, made a big improvement on the grip and adds a round. Which gun do you prefer overall between the fns9c and mod 2? Thanks. Great videos

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and suggestion on the Pearce extension! IF I had to choose, I think I'd opt for the MOD 2 due to the great ergos. Don't get me wrong, if you like aggressive texture on grips, the FNS line is great, but I really like the MOD 2 feel. Cheers!

Been eyeballing this gun the last few days

@KSGunGuy01

6 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome Shooter! Cheers brother

@boarias6794

4 жыл бұрын

Buy it. You won't be disappointed !

I know its not a striker fired pistol, but will you ever be doing a review of the p30sk in comparison to this and the p320. thanks for all the great content and keep up the good work.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul! That's a great suggestion. I had a p30sk V1 a while back and it's a great gun. Very different shooter from the striker fired guns, but great none the less. I'll keep an eye out for a used one. The biggest bummer about HKs with the exception of the VP9, they don't hold their value so you pay a ton for a new one, but lose about 35-40% on the aftermarket.

@paulhernandez45

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the input. on another subject cant wait for the new p320 x carry. do you happen to know when they will hit stores. as always thanks again for response and all the input.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Another great question. Hopefully soon but I am not sure. My guess would be 2nd quarter of this year?

What type of holster do you use?

Great video, sir. With this being a little dated, would you recommend this over the M&P 9 2.0 either in 4 inch or 3.6 inch barrel? I certainly don't need one, but I'm always looking for more. Thank you in advance. Cheers.

@KSGunGuy01

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’d prefer the M&P to be honest. Cheers!

Looking to buy my 1st CC, Which 1 would YOU buy & WHY? FNS9c or M&P9c or S&W SD9ve

@KSGunGuy01

6 жыл бұрын

Great question Richard! That's a tough list but probably the M&P. I like the size and ergos. Thank you and cheers!

Wrong about the height, broseph. 5.2" with the pinky extendo clipazine as shown on the FN website.

You sound like nutnfancy....it's him.

Is this pistol as heavy as an xdm 3.8 compact 9mm?

You sound like the weather man in my area. 0_o

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Haha! Best comment of the week. Thank you and cheers brother!

Catching up on all your videos brother 😂. I actually don’t own any of the FNS family of FN’s but do own the FN509, Midsize & Tactical. Looking forward to the 509c as it will probably be an upgrade of the FNSc. Most likely a 2020 shot show reveal. Great video

@KSGunGuy01

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian! The 509 is a great gun indeed. Cheers!

i am looking at buying one of these for 500 do you think that is a good deal?

@KSGunGuy01

6 жыл бұрын

You may be able to find one cheaper Keith. If it has night sights and a third mag, $500 is pretty good though. Thank you and cheers brother!

these are compacts, not sub compacts.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. I agree it's advertised that way. I classify it differently based on size and mag capacity, but in the end, you are correct. Either way, it's a great gun. Cheers!

Make a full size fns 9

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and suggestion. I will see if I can track one down. Cheers!

I had more failures in one session with my FNS 9c, then I had with every other 9mm firearm I owned to date. That includes a HiPoint 995ts. On top of that, what's with the protruding base plate on the flush mag? I got around it mostly with the pinky extension mag, but I prefer CCW with the flush.

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Chad! I completely agree about the mag baseplate not being flush. As for the failures, do you know what caused them? Cheers!

@TrollGod41

4 жыл бұрын

I call bullshit and a half. I know for a fact ur talking outta ur ass

This gun needs better side panel grips that is all

@KSGunGuy01

7 жыл бұрын

Chris and my friend Mike Gun Range Shooting thanks for the comment and perspective!

@chrisandmyfriendmikegunran2260

7 жыл бұрын

KSGunGuy 01 your welcome

grenade launchers LUL

Hey Ks...so how does the fns9c stack up against..the g26...p320 sc...and vp9sk of the world...basically the double stack sub compacts ...in your opnion

@augustusheyliger6421

5 жыл бұрын

If you could have only one?

@augustusheyliger6421

5 жыл бұрын

If you could have only one?

@KSGunGuy01

5 жыл бұрын

Great question! It’s a very solid gun and would stack up well against the others. I prefer the 26 or HK, but any out of that list would serve. Thank you and cheers!

FNS-9c is not 5.2 inches in height (unless it is taller than a glock 19...), as a reviewer you should measure yourself rather than reading a spec sheet.

@KSGunGuy01

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Bud! Just checked the specs on the website again and it specifically states 5.2 inches. I adhere to the manufacturers specs where applicable to ensure accuracy. If it's wrong, it's on them. I'd like to think they are providing accurate numbers on the guns they make though they can make mistakes. Thank you and cheers!

@budfox711

6 жыл бұрын

The specs online are often not accurate, for example measuring the slide rather than at the levers for width. Usually they are more flattering measurements. Here it seems that they are measuring with the full sized grip. The actual size is right between the Glock 26 and 19 with flush mag. Keep up the good work!

@KSGunGuy01

6 жыл бұрын

Excellent points Bud and thank you. I do agree width seems to be up to interpretation with manufacturers. I check those stats off camera to confirm. I will keep an eye on the height and length too just to be sure. You're probably right on the full size mag. Thank you again and cheers!

Why only 10 rounds?

@davidcase3805

4 жыл бұрын

Could be the state restriction if only 10 rounds, otherwise comes with 2 - 12 rd mags and 1 - 17 rd mag

@nitegoat1369

4 жыл бұрын

David Case Pretty sure he’s in a state that has no mag restrictions.

Por favor si puedes en español si puedes gracias

the barrel on this is paper thin. WTF? NOt a fan of this

@legionp229saoconvertedme4

6 жыл бұрын

Jeff Kim cold hammer forged FN makes some of the best barrels in the world look it up

@TrollGod41

4 жыл бұрын

@@legionp229saoconvertedme4 exactly. This is what it sounds like when someone that knows nothing about guns speak.

M&P 9C blows these two guns away. Thinner and lighter and cheaper.

@plus315

6 жыл бұрын

Correct, cheap.

@whatsthebigfndeal

6 жыл бұрын

Troy Truong - I carry an M&P 9c. The FNS is pretty much the same gun with a different grip, a better trigger and an extra mag. I've shot my friend's FNS a couple times and I think I like it a little better than my M&P, mostly just for the more aggressive grip texture. Can't go wrong with either one, though.