Top 10 Pistols Under $750

[@Assdafflabaff]

".357 handles anything you need, from bears all the way down to pedophiles"
That gave me a good belly laugh, nice one.

[@AndoGunz]

Once he said that I was like " Yep I'm sold on it" 🤣🤣🤣😭😭😭

[@marvingillespie6199]

Only bad thing is that it’s only 6 rounds run out of ammo too fast with pedophiles

[@Assdafflabaff]

@@marvingillespie6199 Whose to say you can't carry a brace of them like the old days? Just have like 9 pistols on you at once lol.

[@oddballgunman5288]

The puns were on point throughout the whole video!

[@lloydwright9464]

I'm an old school ex LEO. I carried many different side arms. I started out with, (and still my favorite) a S&W model 66. My personal choice is .357 magnum with Federal 125 grain semi jacketed hollow points. You put six of them into the human body and you have a corpse. But you only need one or two if you shoot straight.

[@eblake626]

10. Beretta M9
9. HK VP9
8. Ruger GP100
7. Canik SFX Rival (my fav)
6. Sig P226
5. S&W 686
4. Sig P365 XL
3. S&W 5.7
2. Springfield Echelon
1. Sig P365 X Macro

[@JamesFromTexas]

Been digging those Caniks. Best bang for the buck!

[@shadowjester13]

Thank you

[@PerformanceRaven]

​@@JamesFromTexas Try the Elite Combat Executive

[@D-Mag]

I think the VP9 should be way higher! I have the VP9, 686, Canik, P365XL and the XMacro. My VP9 is my go to! Had a M9 at one time.

[@JamesFromTexas]

@@PerformanceRaven I'll see if I can find one. Just got an SFX to break in.

[@reinholdw1800]

I love the 226. That was my first pistol, and it's so old it says "made in W. Germany". Bigger than crap, but super reliable. I've had thousands of rounds through it.

[@TineEdong]

Hell yeah!

[@wcw2793]

Been trying to find one for awhile. Only ones I’ve been find though have that nasty MA trigger in it 🤢

[@zeromech1450]

It's my dads first and only gun. It will be mine one day. It's beautiful. Maybe I'll turn it into a custom piece and make it a family heirloom.

[@kylemitchell9397]

"Can handle anything from bears to pedophiles." What a great line😂

[@Anton-m6v]

Now that's a tickle box classic.😊

[@MockeryOD]

I am 24 and have only bought two guns so far in my life. My first was a Canik rival pretty quickly after it came out after watching your impressions as well as others. I used that for training and home defense and put about 2,500 rounds through it. I worked up the experience and confidence to feel like I could edc competently at that point. I then bought a P365 x macro back in may and have been carrying iwb appendix since June. I always really appreciate your input and even though I don’t have the budget to buy all the guns I see on your channel I love seeing them.

[@ersgtr3421]

Canik seems like a great option for home defense

[@bjdog42]

The 686 6 inch was my first pistol in 1987. I still say I regret selling it but 25 years later I haven't replaced it. You can keep your Sigs but give the Beretta Px4 some love; especially the Langdon guns.

[@markcurry3083]

Px4 is cool but sooooo ugly lol

[@bjdog42]

@@markcurry3083 yep, even uglier than Glocks. But pretty is as pretty does 😁

[@slinginleaddownrange223]

Inherited a 686-1 made in 1987. Such a good revolver

[@stoops187]

Sig master race

[@thehumanityoflife]

I bought mine in the early 1980s for $350. I still have the receipt and box. Now they are 1k if tax is added.

[@overshoe6361]

Great video! My only addition would be the CZ 75 and variants considered current prices.

[@mi_cheap_guns2925]

I was screaming P01 through the whole video!

[@pantygnome]

@@mi_cheap_guns2925SP-01/SP-01 tactical too!

[@Glock_4717]

I agree can’t sleep on the cz75

[@oddballgunman5288]

That's the reason I brought up a CZ clone... SAR 2000. A slightly better option is a SAR P8L, but clones are never 100% of the original. CZ has been doing right for a long time!

[@kellywalker8407]

I love my Smith 686. Rebuilt it twice now. No joke, 3000/4000 rds of hardcast bullets and one dry patch thru the barrel and it looks like a mirror. Makes me laugh. All the rounds I've put through that good old revolver.

[@MnP_Ivan]

I’m a simple man, I see an Honest Outlaw video or M&P video I hit like

[@kennethchapman9564]

I daily carry a P2000SK or my P30LS and would consider a VP9 of course. Excellent handguns. Definitely a fan of Ruger handguns especially their revolvers, Redhawk and the Blackhawk.

[@jamesa.7604]

I owed a Blackhawk in .45 Colt and I would like to buy a blued Redhawk in .44 Magnum someday.

[@Tactical.Habibi]

I love my P30L! Would fancy a VP9 to accompany

[@ryanjoband9082]

Nice choices. Im about to start carrying a P2000 once paperwork goes through. Got it under 750!

[@AK-sn4md]

love my P30 V1 LEM LIGHT

[@Moderndaycowboy74]

Vaquero as well

[@bootyslayer6970]

The Berretta M9 by far my favorite. Fell in love with the gun when I first saw it in movies, and love how it shoots. Still on my bucket list for guns to get, and wish the m9a4 they just released came in black. Such a shame it didn't win the military contract, but hey legends never die. Such a beautiful gun!

[@stephenschroeder6567]

These are all great choices. I have the Canik and love it, but nothing here seems a worthy replacement for my CZs. But everyone has to find that one that does it for them and then get really good with it. We are so fortunate to have so many quality choices!

[@MRsolidcolor]

my cz p09 had defeated many top of the line guns... glock 45 comes close but not really

[@SCTimbal]

The P365XL is my daily carry for about a year and change now. Utterly dependable and dang thing shoots like a laser it is so accurate.

[@HWG-wm8ld]

I like the chicken wing form.

[@chasprice2260]

Same!

[@thomasfox8027]

Dude this is one of your best "best of" lists yet because of the choices, but also because of the price range. Super stoked for the $1,000 version!!
(Would also love to see you do a $1,500 version after)!
Thanks once again for all your magnificent work, Chris, you truly are the best at what you do. You AND the Mrs.! Proud to be a Patreon member. You literally never disappoint!👍💪

[@requis9838]

I'd like to see under 1250. Should make it real interesting. So many amazing options. Itd probably make sense to make multiple for different uses at that point, ie home defense, ccw, and maybe range oriented?

[@jacksoncornbreadmcbride6763]

What gets you stoked Tommi?

[@brandonazevedo7560]

YES. The 1500 price point

[@jacksoncornbreadmcbride6763]

@@brandonazevedo7560 No, not in budget for most people. Sorry chuckles.

[@HonestOutlawReviews]

Thanks a ton!

[@drdozer]

When I turned 21 I bought a 92FS. Replaced all the plastic parts with wilson combat steel parts, Wilson combat mag guide and put some LTT thin grips on then did a G model conversion. Put in an OEM Steel curved checkered trigger and skeletonized hammer. Sometimes I forget how nice this gun is until I shoot something else and I go right back to it

[@HWG-wm8ld]

Same here in 1994, I didn’t change anything but I did run 5000 rds through it before OCS.

[@thehumanityoflife]

If it's so good, why did the U.S. military replace it? I do not know the brand and model the U.S. Army replaced the Barretta with.

[@drdozer]

@@thehumanityoflife the US military wanted a more modular gun and SIG provided that. Where as the 2 other main competitors Glock, and Beretta did not. Instead they just provided slightly better versions of what the military already had. Also just because the military uses it or does not use it doesn't really mean much as they will just have a set of features they want on a firearm and any manufacturer that can meet the contract requirements can put their name in the hat. Glock and Beretta can both reliably pass the military testing trials but both failed to provide a modular system that the US government wanted. Lastly, if you read and comprehend my whole comment you'll see the majority of it was explaining the things I've done to mine that really set it apart from other pistols when they are in my hand.

[@Cherryninja23]

My Favorite guntuber. I would absolutely love a video on best full size steel frame semi autos under 1000

[@nullswarm]

I still refer to the 92fs as "Riggs' Gun" in my head.

[@Osprey1994]

I usually see the P226 for 899-999. I have seen used ones from sub 750, but usually they are pretty beat up.
Love the P226, but if I get one then I am expecting to pony up more than 750.

[@blakedavis2447]

Agree they’re $850 used in my area

[@hardcore4476]

I was thinking that when he brought it up. I was like where in the hell can you find one for 750 or less??

[@alexmaurice4274]

I just looked on “gun deals” and can’t find any less than 850

[@aarongerdts216]

Yeah 1000 dollar bill in my area

[@thehumanityoflife]

Same here. My S&W 357 686 with 6"-barrel cost me $350 in the early 1980s. Now they are near the $1,000 price mark.

[@mikewood6071]

I don’t care what anybody thinks.
I absolutely love, love, LOVE
my Ruger GP-100 with 4” barrel in flat black
Trustworthy reliability and hits what I shoot at
It’s heavy enough
(but not too heavy) to make .357 recoil a non issue, and .38 special non existent
WARNING!!!!:
Wear hearing protection when firing .357 magnum
Unbearably loud

[@megalodon2875]

I don’t always agree with your opinions, but it is evident that your opinions are honest.
Excellent content.

[@brianc3100]

Dude the 686 holds a special place in my heart. I bought a 686 Power Port (6" full lug w/partridge front sight) as my 3rd handgun in '98. Back then I didn't know the porting was why the range would go quiet whenever I shot it 😂. I just thought everyone was like, "damn son, stop and watch that kid shoot that beautiful piece". In reality they were probably thinking, "someone get that jackass some 38 specials, he's blasting away with Corbons, at an indoor range 🖕".
Either way it was a hell of a gun that I'm glad to see you showcasing on your channel. Revolvers don't get nearly enough love. They're not "fudds" and hopefully the resurgence of the lever gun and guntubers like you will put revolvers back into the meta

[@AustinofDivebomb]

I know you’re a 1911 fan. I would highly recommend checking out the Springfield Armory Garrison 1911 (9mm and 45). Around $850 and amazing looking but just slightly updated without losing the classic looks.

[@bt12386]

Good call - I have a Garrison and it’s my favorite gun. So well made and beautiful. You can probably find it for $750ish in some places. I own one in .45 and shoot that more accurately than any of my 9s

[@AustinofDivebomb]

@@bt12386 I am obsessed with mine. It’s so much fun.

[@NoodleMcGee]

​@@bt12386Currently on sale for $699 if you know where to look.

I purchased my Ruger GP-100 in 1995. I paid $350 for it back then. I recently had some issues with the cylinder not locking correctly. I mailed it to Ruger and they replaced about four different parts in it, and made it operate better than it did when it was brand new. All at no charge. I love Ruger!

[@michaelsweaney3890]

Good work H.O. Love you doing reviews for some of the more expensive handguns. However, us poors love the best budget gun series immensely.

[@codys5727]

I always appreciate these types of lists that look for best value but also enjoy the best in class videos regardless of cost as it is often better to save for what you really want than to settle for 2 or 3 less expensive firearms that don't speak to you. Regardless, there are some great guns here

[@lindanelson8400]

Oh yeah, I gotta agree with you on S&W revolvers. I'm a big fan of the classics, the models 60, 66, 67, 27, and 28 in center fire revolvers and all of the classic 22 lr revolvers.

[@Ryan_McGee]

Just bought a Ruger GP100 with a 2.5-inch barrel. I replaced the factory grips with hogue grips, and it is a pleasure to shoot. Very little recoil, even with 357 magnum, accurate right out of the box, built like a tank.

[@larryperry5696]

I live in NH ( sig territory), and run a gun shop in Northern NH. I'm factory direct as a dealer with Sig. I haven't sold a new, p226, standard model for 700 dollars in years. Used? Sure. And in great shape. Barely broken in. But New in Box? We have to buy them for over 700. The new SRT triggers they implemented a few years back jump it up a smidge, but I'm going back to 2005 for brand new P226, base model. I love your channel, man. Friggin love it. Just had to flap my gums is all.

[@pauldiaco3817]

I would argue that the Beretta PX4 deserves notice.

[@Sig_P229]

Yes! They can be found for 499 on a good sale

[@discoversunshine]

Do you know of any good light bearing kydex holsters for the PX4 Storm?
I got one used and it needs some love but I really am held back from putting parts into it because of the lack of support for holsters

[@patricknolan1625]

@@discoversunshine I don't have personal experience with them, but you can take a look at DME Holsters. I think Craft Holsters might have some as well.

[@statictech7]

True. The compact version is a great carry.

[@thomasfox8027]

Agreed. Even my (extra unpopular) .40 cal version version is a wonderful pistol, imo.

[@walt3r88]

My first purchase was a gp100. It’s still one of my favorites.

[@user-su9ee5pg3w]

The Springfield Echelon is manufactured by HS Produkt of Croatia along with the XD and Hellcat pistol lines. Extremely high quality and reliable at very a reasonable cost.

[@dylano7242]

Best everyday guns
#1 beretta px4 storm compact or subcompact -$550
#2 cz p07 -$500
#3 iwi masada slim,( takes cz mags)- $425
#4 stoeger str9 compact, or subcompact, or micro compact- $250-350 , stoeger is owned by beretta benneli corp and is their budget line.

[@texasrex2222]

I'd really be interested in a "best used guns under $$$" series to continue after these!

[@jrampil1644]

Fastest notification click: new honest outlaw video. Keep it up. #1 channel for gun reviews.

[@rocksteady13]

Agreed.This is the best channel for our community on UA-cam

[@michaelsweaney3890]

Word!

[@alext.9265]

the tisas raider was like $600 when i picked it up until garandthumb said they were better than the original m45a1's now they're over $800 but thats been my favorite cheap handgun

[@jakevoss1980]

I wouldn't necessarily add it as another firearms, but if you dig the H&K VP9 but want a hammer, check the P30 line. P30L was the original Wick-Stick...
And they're great guns with separate decocker and frame mount safety that allow the safety to be engaged regardless of hammer position

[@chaddamewood9840]

Vp9sk is the best pistol I have. Easiest to shoot. Accurate and reliable.

[@toddchiles4272]

The gp100 is a phenomenon revolver like all Ruger revolvers for the price. Your picks are really amazing.

[@Defender78]

I am an S&W fan first and foremost especially their revolvers, the 686 is sleek - but the Ruger GP100 isn't as sleek looking but the grip has the "shelf" that prevents your hand from riding up high on the grip with recoil, the shelf keeps your hand where it needs to be

[@toddchiles4272]

@@Defender78 I also am S&W fan I do agree with you. I carried an old S&W 38 special over both the Beretta and 1911a1 because of comfort issue with the aviation survival Vest while serving on a air crew. That 38 shot like a dream and so comfortable to carry I now wish I had it. I love the S&W trigger out of the box. I do own several revolvers from S&W and Ruger and they serve so very well in their applications.

[@rickvegastar1833]

Love your “best guns…” videos. I’ve purchased about 75% of my guns based on your reviews / recommendations! Keep those excellent videos coming Honest Outlaw!

[@vegeta420z6]

Full size VP9 is my EDC going on 3 years, had it milled by primary machine (i bought mine before optics ready version was made) I love it, will also pick up the SFP9CC or VP9CC as its more likely to be called state side.

[@johnathanw2565]

PLEASE for the love of God, do a video "10 Best guns for Bear to Pedos" lol! Great shit brotha!

[@JamesFromTexas]

Always loved Ruger revolvers. Just a workhorse of a gun!

[@TheMainMan.]

My sp101 is a tack driver. With the shorter grip creating a lower bore axis, consistently putting sights on target is a breeze.

[@billbarr3644]

Between my wife and I, we pen 2 of the guns on your list. I have the H&K VP9 and she has the Springfield Echelon. Love both of those guns.

[@davidgiuliani9886]

I carried a 92f for about 20 years before being made to switch to a striker fired 40 cal. I then carried an XDM for 6 years. Both great, but I liked the Beretta better. Then some crazy outlaw who claimed to be honest, convinced me to get a CZ P-07. I now have a new favorite, I guess his claim is correct.

[@RepentorPerish77]

I got two! VP9SK and Echelon..love them both

[@hardcore4476]

What do you like better?

[@RepentorPerish77]

@@hardcore4476 out of the two the Echelon. But they have different roles. I edc the VP9sk and the Echelon is home defense

[@riskyflash6812]

I’m used to not giving a shit about anything Springfield puts out, but I gave the Echelon a try due to HS Produkt’s involvement since I like the VHS/Hellion. It feels weird leaving my FN 509 at home for a Springfield, but I can’t stop shooting the damn thing.

[@hardcore4476]

What’s HS involvement?

[@NoodleMcGee]

​@@hardcore4476Many of Springfield's guns - the XD series, both Hellcats, the Hellion, now the Echelon - are actually produced by a Croatian company called HS Produkt.

[@GoBears88]

Yep, i switched out my shield plus for the xmacro & i haven't looked back since. I'm going to throw on an EPS carry once they come in & she'll be complete !

[@seanwhite304]

My list would be....
No particular order..
Also have experience with these pistols..
1. Shadow Systems 920 Foundation Series ( MR , XR or DR)..
2. CZ 75 SP01 / SP01 Tactical( Slighly over 750 for new . Paif 500 for mine used )..
3. Walther PDP 4" Full Size O.R...
4. Sig P365X MACRO TACOPS O.R...
5. FN FNX-45 ( Non Tactical Model)..
6. Sig P320 X5 LEGION ( Slightly over 750 . Paid 799 for mine)..
7. CZ P01 Omega..
8. S&W M2.0 4.25" CORE O.R...
9. Canik SFX Rival..
10. Glock G47 G5 MOS..

[@pranc236]

Totally agree on the macro. I carry a p365x (that fits me perfect) but my buddy got a macro and it is noticeably better in every way.

[@Anthony-pr6mk]

Any signs of rust on the macro?

[@pranc236]

@@Anthony-pr6mk nah he has oil…🤷‍♂️

[@steveelliott1160]

This is an excellent video. The only gun I wish that had made this list was the Walther PDP. I also think the Echelon & Macro absolutely belong at the top of this list. They are both amazing!

[@Mittn]

He put the PDP in the $500 video

[@Mittn]

@@matteos.6200 Wow that’s too expensive, my Walther was made here in United States. I carry it every day and I love it but they are charging too much money.

[@shawnjefferds9411]

The PDP Pro would be in this range, surprised not to see it here!

[@BigBear--]

Yeah...the PDP Pro is awesome, and definitely deserved to be on this list. I love my PDP Pro Compact. Its nearly perfect out of the box...just needs some better sights (thought the plain 3 white dots ain't bad, with the full adjustable rear). Mine was already sighted in perfectly out of the box.

[@TheRealBobBasher]

I was gonna go with an M9 until I saw your Girsan Regard. I must have got lucky, retail now is over $850.00. Street can be had for around $600.00. i got mine after watching your review for $425.00.

[@lesflynn4455]

My opinion means little, but I believe Chris does these reviews better than anyone. Nice work mate.

[@Being_Joe]

VP9 felt good in my hand. Went with a Canik due to price.

[@mikeyID]

Great Video. I’m saving up for a staccato P 👍🏼

[@hardcore4476]

I think I’m doing the same!!

[@Tuxxyboogie]

My Rival with the SRO on it is perfect! Accurate as hell!

[@ron8566]

I own several on this list including the H&K VP9, Canik, S&W 586 (blue, not satin)and the Sig P365XL.

[@VladimirTheLeadHead]

I have to admit that my current favorite is my cheap little Sig SP2022 . I’m around the 4,500 round mark , give or take 50 or so. Absolutely awesome and if I’m being honest I’ve only ever shot cheap ammo out of it other than when I run some of the Sig V crown hollow points and a couple of hundred rounds of silver tip hollow points , other than that I’m shooting my own hand loads of 147 grn FMJ and I can’t remember ever having a single malfunction. I love the thing

[@splashysiren]

I got one in .40, idk how many rounds are through it but the blueing is coming off the barrel. Only had 1 malfunction with 180gr Federal TMJ ammo. Solid little worker for sure.

[@LYLEWOLD]

Completely under-rated pistol (by myself included until I put some rounds through it). I agree, it is one of my absolute favorite pistols, regardless of price.

[@brighamcliften6318]

"it can handle anything from bears to pedophiles" 😂 if i wasnt already subscribed that would have earned you one sir

[@ethanvancamp2144]

Echelon is siiiiiccck!!!! Been loving mine since I got it. Had the optic fly off last week... But I'm convinced that was my fault....

[@hardcore4476]

I keep hearing this thing is bad ass! I may need to find me one.

[@derekdavis614]

My first gun ever was a Ruger GP100 in .38 special for $400. Still have it 15 years later.

[@Devin7Eleven]

Bought an Echelon with a threaded barrel for $620. Best purchase I made

[@MnP_Ivan]

That’s awesome! How’s the trigger ans reset?

[@Devin7Eleven]

@@MnP_Ivan Very very good. I am new to the firearm community but from all the pistols I tried from the stock glocks and p320s, it is very great. Wall isn't too strong, just enough to let you know you hit it and the reset allows for quick rapid follow up shots.

[@derictripp9245]

I picked one up when they were first out 545 for the night sites one ! I agree tho I'm bout to get a second one!

[@hardcore4476]

@@derictripp9245wow that good huh? I may get one before I save up for my staccato P.

[@derictripp9245]

I was hesitant to even get a glock because I was a hammer fired for ever I did get a glock and I like it but this blew me away I know do trust the striker fired ones now !

[@HPSFRoadrunner]

You should include the best 1911 at each price point.

[@thickoc4539]

RIA, Springfield Armory, Kimber, Ruger, WC

[@MichaelGolpe]

15:31 😂😂😂 And she is awesome 😎 May we all be as blessed! 😊

[@Dogsoldier12B]

Great list, but I was waiting for the P01

[@v.german11b]

*You nailed with this video presentation, Chris. Those are quality affordable handguns for middle-class working Americans. My personal favorites are the Canik SFx Rival, Sig Sauer P226, and the P365 XMacro TACOPS 3.7" Appreciated.*

[@lynnbevins7100]

Yep. Went to the dark side and I'm not lookin back

[@ethanevans1937]

The S&W 686 was my first handgun, got it from my grandfather. We use it as our hog trap handgun.

[@shooteveryday1841]

I’m satisfied with this list. VP9SK is my most accurate 9mm. It was my carry piece until I got my M&P5.7 which is probably the favorite pistol I own right now. Well, that and my 50AE deagle but that’s off this list.

[@MThrow]

The GP 100 is a TANK.

[@sidneywalker4570]

I think the CZ-75/P-01 variants should have been on the list.

[@matthewrodriguez3091]

And a Glock 17 or 19

[@terrythrasher8860]

One of the best top 10 list I’ve ever seen:) my daily carry is the X Macro and love it!!!

[@KPHVAC]

I absolutely love my SIG P365! It's what I carry everyday. I need to try out the P365X Macro. I will probably buy one for winter carry.

[@kenrod7]

I got the x macro tacops instead of a 3.1 u get the full 3.9 and 4 17 rd mags

[@kenrod7]

Either way u will be happy I love my xl and my tacops and I’m a Glock fan boy but damn it’s not a sig

[@KPHVAC]

@@kenrod7 I like my Glock but not as much. For EDC the regular SIG P365 with the XL grip is perfect for me. I love my Walther PDP as well.

[@edgarsantizo6654]

@@kenrod7you had an xl and bought the xmacro taccops? You could have just bought the grip module for $70 and some mags and you would have a taccops by just changing the grip.

[@kenrod7]

@@edgarsantizo6654 I figured that out after I got the tac ops lol I just gave the xl to my mom so win win and gave her a 17 rd mag

[@gunthrulife]

The echelon being dragged reminded me of Napoleon Dynamite

[@metamando]

Maybe I need to move to Iowa...I've not seen a 686 anywhere NEAR 6-700...more like 9+ here in TN...Great channel, keep em comin!

[@7RmP]

I have the macro and the echelon. Don’t get to shoot much but I enjoy both when I do.

[@rinardobecton]

If you had to choose just 1 of them, which would you go with?

[@7RmP]

@@rinardobecton I’ll be honest with you life’s been busy and I’ve only gotten to shoot the echelon one time since I got it. I enjoyed it when I did. I carry the macro though so I’m more familiar with it. Just depends what you need it for.

[@midsouthexplorers7702]

Great list! There's a few of these though that I haven't seen anywhere near the $750 mark, usually more expensive.

[@brianebert753]

Im looking for my next 9mm handgun and my top 3 are on this list. 1st Springfield Armory Echelon, 2nd Canik SFX Rival and 3rd Sig P365 XL. I'm really leaning toward the Echelon for around $650 or less with all the features it seems to be the best choice for me. Really love all of you content and it has really influenced my choices in my previous selections M&P Shield plus for my EDC, Taurus G3 T.O.R.O for home defense and occasional EDC and my wife chose the Taurus G3C T.O.R.O for her personal defense pistol. The Echelon would be my EDC here in Wisconsin in the winter months. All of these pistols have no failures and we are approaching 750 rounds through all of them. Thanks again for all of your great content.

[@collinweinheimer1056]

Go to a gun store and handle them. Ive planned to buy guns then didnt like how they felt or shot even tho on paper the gun is the best option. Hand feel is big for handguns

[@robertfrapples2472]

Hah! So familiar! I was considering the exact same three, along with a S&W Performance Center. I went with the Echelon and am SO glad I did! I shoot this thing better than any guy I own, including my 1911 race gun.

[@rgj8834]

I’m setting up to wash another round of dishes as we prep for the week. I needed something worth watching. Even though I was on your channel hours ago, I typed in Honest Outlaw to find you just dropped the much anticipated best under $750 video literally an hour ago! Thank you for all that you do sir! 😎

[@user-wb8ns5lo8p]

My Canik SFX Rival has the Wasatch Arms compensator/barrel weight. I got my Canik for $600, and the barrel weight/compensator for $162 on sale. By practicing staging the trigger (which I learned from you), the gun/shooter accuracy and speed is amazing! The Wasatch Arms device looks great and works even better at taming recoil. They make these devices for other guns as well...check it out!!

[@AmericanHistoryXX1]

I'd say having the 365 on here twice was redundant could've replaced the xl with plenty of other guns.

[@dustinshaw2419]

First. Hard to find a good revolver for $750 anymore!

[@terryballard4674]

@@teamstucker624 I bought a new 686 last March. Already sold it. .. did not like it. Paid $930 for it, got $600 on trade.

[@JG54206]

@@teamstucker624 I think he means brand new from a local gun store. I know a lot of people (myself included) don’t really do online gun purchases due to either the hoops to jump through or in my case, state restrictions and the fear and having a third party have my money and not being able to actually obtain my gun easily or expediently.

[@northlandnoobbiker7962]

Gp100

[@CRNFLK77]

And second?

[@NobodyAtAll56]

Uberti makes a few single action cowboy guns in that price range

[@NONEYAZ]

My First Love Was The: 6-Round, Four Inch, S&W Model; #686, 357 Magnum, In Stainless Steel With A Hogue Rubber Grip! Oh Baby, Did It Love Them Winchester Hollow Point Silver Tipped Splitters, Lol! 😎

[@thehumanityoflife]

Mine is a 6-inch version for $350 new in the early 1980s. I still have it.

[@tammynoer8701]

I don’t know where you’re getting a P226 for under $750 average price for those is about 1100 but I do say for using it it is one of the best shooting pistols out there coming out of the ocean or in the desert or even in the mountains no failures great great great

[@rjzavala87]

The 686 is a great gun but it deffinitely goes for a lot more than $650.

[@robwilson3749]

Yeah, agreed. I must be shopping in all the wrong places.

[@rjzavala87]

@@robwilson3749 believe me, if i saw one of these new, especially the plus, for 650 or under, id be filling out the paperwork before the guy can even get the pen out. Theyre more like in the 900-950 range here in TX.

[@robwilson3749]

@@rjzavala87 Same in Florida and any on-line retailer I visit.

[@thehumanityoflife]

Near 1k. I bought mine for $350 when they first came out in the early 1980s.

[@diegogarcia-ix1bz]

Watching from Brazil , congratulations on your imparcial reviews

[@jonathanwilliams7161]

Love your "budget" video series! What about doing a top 10 pistols for people with small hands?

[@robertsilveus3071]

I agree. Maybe have Mrs. O do the shooting. In the market for my mrs.

[@lurtiskoe]

not gonna lie was really surprised at the #1 pick but i have to agree. i bought the xl 3 or so years ago. best part about that family of guns is the fcu serialized trigger cuz soon as they made the bigger grip i bought it and love it even more.

[@jamesa.7604]

My very first carry handgun was a Smith & Wesson 586 .357 Magnum in nickel and four-inch barrel configuration. Really liked it but would rather have had a blued model. Was an excellent shooter. Saw several guns on your list that I liked. Always like watching your reviews. Compliments To Mrs. Outlaw too!

[@christiandulaney1638]

I was coming in to say a blued 586 with 4 inch barrel. To me, its aesthetically the best looking revolver out there. the OG Colt Pythons are probably the real #1 to me, but damn, the 586 is near perfect to me

[@osamaismymama7907]

Mostly good list but some of these genuinely haven’t been below $750 in half a decade. The 686 for instance, “$600-$700” up until about 2 months ago you couldn’t find one below $925. Now just recently they went down to $850 for a standard one. The plus model being slightly more expensive.

[@piratecat990]

I think the Xmacro may finally start to drop below $750, this year...same with the HK VP9.

[@andrewvachon1943]

@@piratecat990there are versions of the macro which start around 675

[@CarolinaRimfire]

Prices are only now starting to come down on some models, unfortunately... I definitely can't find a 686 for under $900 in my area

[@andrewvachon1943]

@@CarolinaRimfire I work at a shop and can tell you that we are paying like 650-700 for 686s. When we can get them.

[@CarolinaRimfire]

@@andrewvachon1943 Hope that means I can get one for a reasonable price soon! I've been in the market for a while sort of, but my local shop has one out for $959 right now... too much for my budget.

[@riiddisbuk2496]

Echelon HAD to be Top 3 without objections. Glad to see that you acknowledged it :)

[@mrsobchak898]

Ive owned taurus glock sig springfield smith and wesson and a h&k but i bought a walther pps M2 a few weeks ago and evn though its inly a single stack its the best firearm inown absolutely love it

[@sammyg4806]

I have yet to see a P226 for under $900

[@ShaunFVG]

I never see them under 1000. I paid quite a bit more for my legion

[@sammyg4806]

@@ShaunFVG Yes, where I live I seldom find Glocks for under $600. Sig’s are more expensive. I paid $720 for a P320 X carry a few years ago.

[@ShaunFVG]

@sammyg4806 I believe it. Glocks are over 700 in my area of Georgia. I paid 800 for my 365 macro. G19X are around 750 otherwise I'd own a glock that's not a 17LS lol

[@sammyg4806]

@@ShaunFVG My last gun purchase was a 19x for $699. The Glock 43x was $650

[@ShaunFVG]

@sammyg4806 my last purchases were both used. I got a sig STX for 750 and a CMMG mutant for 900. The STX for that price was nuts lol. My next pick up will probably either an echelon or if I can find 1 under 1500 a shadow 2

[@Joe_Karably]

Great choices. Jericho 941F could have definitely sat in this list. M&P Metal for sub $1K pistols.

[@Osprey1994]

M&P Metal is going to lose to the Canik. Not to mention that the M&P Metal seems to be a love it or hate it gun, I see some who absolutely love it, but plenty who say it's worse than the polymer version.

[@jassonhoskins367]

I have many of these! M&P 5.7, Springfield Echelon, Sig 365XL, Sig 365XMacro, Canik SFX Rival! love these guns and they shoot great!

[@iansanchez331]

Got a Sig 1911 Tacops in .45 for $700 at auction and a Ruger Redhawk in .44mag for $650 pre pandemic. Man I miss pre pandemic prices

[@kayinvanderkill]

No CZ-75 variants? There's more to CZ than just the Shadows.

[@mi_cheap_guns2925]

Think the P01 can take the 365 XL’s spot.

[@MarketAndChurch]

I'm excited for the Springfield but I think I'll wait for your 1000 and 1200 dollar gun list. I might trade my P365 in for the P365 Macro.

[@michaelfouse4102]

X Macro is my EDC. Love it!

[@hardcore4476]

Having rust issues?

[@becomingabetterhuman.2994]

Sig sp2022 is a good value. Thanks for the content.

[@Verdha603]

Good list, but I have to ask; where are you finding brand new P226’s for Sub-$750? I’ve seen police trade-in’s and some used examples sell for that price, but brand new P226’s would be a better fit for the “Best for under $1000” or even the “Best for under $1250” category.

[@alexmaurice4274]

This^

[@hardcore4476]

Yup!

[@Croak1]

I've got four on the list. :) Though I'm surprised the PDP didn't make the cut when the VP9 and Canik did.

[@bluyetiinc7553]

He had the PDP as #2 in best guns under $500, albeit, i paid around $600 for mine

[@Croak1]

@@bluyetiinc7553 Oh, I missed that. Paid just over $600 for my 4" Compact 1.0, and $700 for my 4.5" Pro SD.

[@Patriotic327]

Bought a pdp compact for $500 this past month. $18 S&H. Gunprime

[@Patriotic327]

I was really interested in the HKVP9 but couldn’t find it in the 650-750 range.

[@1975normal]

@@Patriotic327is the PDP compact small enough for you to edc?