Agreed! These are the most underrated pistols on the market. The have really dropped the ball on marketing and support. Holster manufacturers are just now seeming to get onboard.
We finally got some Steyrs in the shop. They seem to sell as the Glock or CZ alternative. Customers rave over it after they shoot it. Nice review as always!
This is true found out this existed same day I was at the range n I haft to say I was surprised on how much more I liked it overall than the g43x and shield plus!
I agree wholeheartedly. I've been a CZ fanboy for years and never considered another pistol. But I was let in on the Steyr secret recently, after handling the M9-A2 MF in my LGS. Excellent ergos and super low bore axis. Shooting this thing is an absolute dream, almost zero muzzle rise because it recoils practically in a horizontal plane. I've got to think COVID had a major impact on Steyr, possibly crippling their ability to manufacture and market. IN any event, I'm glad I learned the Steyr secret.
My local gun shop (the one close to my work) has one of these, and because of your videos, I checked it out. Once I had it in hand, I fell in love. I'm currently just a few dollars away from having enough to purchase it, and I can hardly wait! Once I have it and get a chance to go to the range, I will let you know what I think. Thanks so much for your videos!
Keep in mind, CZ started as a small cult like following in the US also. I was convinced to buy one buy a gunsmith back in 09 and I’d never even heard of them at the time. Small grows quick sometimes.
Your recommendation goes a long way because I trust you. Yes I think it's underrated and underexposed. I'm not gun poor but if I was to replace one of the handguns I have, it would be with this. Unfortunately, I have no plans to purchase anything right now, but I've said that so many times and turned out buying one.
I’ve wanted a Steyr for years. Out here in Arizona, whenever one popped up, it was gone before I could get to it. I’ve loved my HK P30L and my CZ P-07. I’ve never really been a striker fired guy. This platform had me hooked. Low and behold, last night, one popped up on 💪🏼’s list. I luckily was the first to reach out. Tomorrow I get to pick up a C9-A2 MF. I cannot wait. I’ve honestly never been this excited to pick up a firearm. Now comes the part where I load up on some magazines. Thanks for the video!
I totally found your channel and I continue to follow your channel absolutely because you are the only reviewer that consistently covers Steyrs! I am gonna drive over to 'Bama to see what is really going on with them. I have wanted an S9 for God knows
I had the S9 and the M9A1. Great guns and i highly recommend them to anyone. Some of the best striker fired guns out there. I reluctantly parted with them as I transitioned to DA/SA for my carry guns and, due to aftermarket support, chose Glocks to be the striker fired platform that I would keep. This happened over the last year. If you’re thinking about getting one, don’t hesitate.
Hi I bought this gun today. I had the original full size and it was one of my favorite guns Ive ever had With the design, recoil is reduced quite a bit as you know. The quality of this gun is one of the best out there. They don't misfire either. Until I saw this video I had no idea they came out with the A2. I actually like the look of it much better. If you own one of these guns, people always want to shoot them. The big consideration is that most hot sellers sell for almost list in some cases. These guns are heavily discounted because most people don't know what they are. I got mine today for 450! This is a steal for this gun! If people just knew how nice they are! Thanks for the vid. Cant wait to get mine!
I've been a glock guy since 2002 ish but I never could warm up to the glock grip. Now here I am and getting ready to "pull the trigger" on a Steyr L9. Thanks for the review!
This was a great review. We have a bunch of Steyr rifles (Steyr Mannlichers MCAs, AUG, SSG), but didn't even new they still made pistols. I just saw this and looked it up...they are very reasonably priced too (which is very un-Steyr like if you have ever priced a Zephyr 2 or CL II SX). Thanks. I think this is in my future.
Recently purchased a M40-A1 and I love it. Great ergonomics, great sights, and very reliable. Only downside is that finding holsters and accessories is very hard. But I’m very satisfied with the pistol itself. Might have to see if I can find the newer ones.
1776, new house, new equipment, nice presentation, new merch, have come a long way my friend in just 4 years I have been viewing! Nice style and quality, appreciate your reviews!
My buddy gave me his C9-A2 to borrow last night since I shoot more often than he does, he wanted me to break it in. Exceptionally well made. At my local Palmetto State Armory, the C9-A2 has sat in their glass cabinet for months. I’m sure they have several in-stock, but still, for as great of a pistol as it is, it’s very under appreciated.
Just purchased one. I chose it because of how it fit my hand. Tried CZ, Beretta, FN 509, Styer was the best fit. Will have to wait until the weekend to try it out.
Gotta say, I really like your reviews. I have a L9 A2 and love it. Looking for a bit smaller EDC and like the Steyr platform. My wife is going to kill me but, she was the one who said " I think we should have some more firearms ", wrong thing to say to me, LOL ! !
Agreed 💯. My lgs is a Steyr dealer. They had trouble knowing for sure when they pistols were going to hit the market. They finally came around late last year. I almost bought the one I tried there. It's a shame that this gun is so underrated and undermarketed.
I’ve been looking for one of these for a while now. Yesterday I walked into my local gun shop and there it was. So of course it went home with me. Feels fantastic in the hand - review coming soon. I wonder how this would do with a micro red dot on it. Thank you for the video.
I remember about 10 years ago a new local gun store popped up minutes down the road, I obviously had to go check it out and the first thing i saw was Steyr dealer on the door and a big banner hanging up behind the counter, after asking the owner about the hand guns I could instantly tell he was a really big fan of their pistols, i didn't buy the hype he was talking until he put one in my hands and I couldn't believe just hot good the feel and ergonomics were, and those weird triangle sights. I regret not buying one back then but the C9-A2 is certainly on the list of must own hand guns for me and I plan to acquire one soon!
Now that I have an AUG, I have to get this pistol. Seems like a great little pistol, that low bore axis and the overall aesthetic of the gun is just fantastic, I love how different it is.
I own 2 of the A1 and now the M9 A2. Hands down my favorite pistol. Shoot them in competitions. They are fantastic. But 100% agree. The company just seems to not care about marketing/customers at all. Mind blowing. I pre bought my A2. And waited around 1 1/2 years for it.
I started shooting about two months ago. First with a trainer who made a deal with Steyr so that he can show those guns to new shooters (instead of G**** of cause) and even he had to somewhat fight with them to get a propper offer. So I used the L9 A1 as my first gun and with the first five shots there was a harmony i can't explain - and a nice grouping on the target. Now i own an L9 A2 MF and I left the shooting range with a big grin in my face. I have to learn A LOT but ... well, I think I'll keep her for long. But I absolute agree with you about the marketing. I'm living in Austria so it is relatively easy to find one of those guns, but after-market does not exist (more or less). Steyr is a big name in the hunting community and of cause everyone knows the AUG (STG77...) but I have the feeling that they are kind of sorry to offer a handgun too. Just a feeling ... :-/ Thanks for your content - keep on shooting!
Everything you said is absolutely true. I own the M9-A2 and I absolutely love it. Criminally underrated for sure. The only complaint I have is that the threaded barrel versions are hard to find and the factory threaded barrels are 300 bucks, which is definitely steep. Other than that, these are incredible in every way. A lot of folks complain about the reset, which is comical because nobody is going to hear a trigger reset during any real life scenario where you're shooting for your life. And the sights--I love them and I think they are better than any other configuration after you get used to it. Even magazines aren't terrible. Definitely not as affordable as Glock mags, but far cheaper than HK and some others.
Steyr is so underrated. If they had the aftermarket support they would be tops. Especially these gen2 with the texturing. If they make cut slides from factory it's turn key
I would consider this. I, like many others, have had an interest in the AUG and given I am focused on obtaining one based on its features it is not a stretch to assume I would like this as eell.
I have the L9-A1 and absolutely love it. Even tho it is a full size pistol I do carry it every day. I plan on buying the M9-A2 as my EDC pistol. The problem is I can't find one in any of my local gun stores. Damn shame because it truly is perfection right out of the box.
First time I heard of the C9-A2. It’s still not on the Steyr USA website. Love my S40-A1 which I also shoot 357 Sig and 9mm using conversion barrels. Also have a M9-A1 and am looking for a M40.
Just got one of these. Rare to see them out in the wild so I got it. Love it. I think they're like HK which also suck at marketing and only care about the mil and leo contracts. The aftermarket doesn't bother me because It needs nothing in my opinion.
Steyr fan. Love my M9A1 with threaded barrel, even though I haven't even broken it in yet. Jams when dirty but a cleaning and it's right back to great. I owned a 40 cal but traded it for a 9 because of the low capacity of the 40- 10 to 12 rds vs 17. Love the A1 because it's not textured. I hate texturing that hurts if you even get a good grip on a gun. Texturing that feels like wrapping a grip in barbed wire is a fad today. I thought I was going to hate the A2 because it looks like it will be rough, but it feels good and I find myself wanting one it all sizes. My M9A1 is the most comfortable pistol I've held out of literally hundreds of models.
Honestly, an unreal price for psudo-german/austrian engineering. Wilhelm Bubits created this pistol. His goals were to improve upon Gaston Glocks design.
test fired one of these like nearly 2 years but I went with a SOG 365Xmacro. The gun was smaller , slimmer, handle shorter. the Sig did cost more but just recently I seen the C9-A2 at over 625
This pistol is great if you have smaller hands. And the low bore axis is very noticable compared to my Walther PPQ. Grip is awesome and the sights are great with my Astigmatism. I have a Steyr Pro Hunter 2 in .223 and it's just as nice. All of these can be found on clearance for amazing prices.
I bought an S9-A1 years ago because the sale price was to good to pass up. After taking it to the range and having a few FTF’s I threw it I the safe as I couldn’t trust it to function as my EDC. One day I pulled it out and scrubbed it top to bottom then took it to the range where it functioned flawlessly. Trouble is, I couldn’t put it down. The trapezoid sights improved my shooting 100% over any of my Glocks. I had the opportunity to pick up a C9-A2 on a 4th of July sale. After changing the grip to the larger back strap it was love at first sight and now my new EDC. The only drawback to the Steyr A2 is the lack of holsters that are available. I ordered a IWB from We The People holsters and also checked with Alien Gear who makes one for the L9. They don’t make one for the C9 but if enough people call requesting it they’ll start making them for the complete A2 series of pistols.
I own both an M9-A1 and an S9-A1 and love both of them, and no, they are not for sale, lol! I’ve done a little custom work on them, but my eyesight isn’t what it used to be, so I purchased an Armalaser green laser (GTO with a FLX) that turns on when your middle finger touches the contact under the trigger guard. It turns off when you release the grip. It is still available on Amazon. It has solved my aiming problems and it might be of interest to others. (Now I can shoot from the hip, but I still get hot spent brass thrown up in my face, lol!)
I know for damn sure, that after watching this video and all your previous Steyr ones, Steyr needs to add you to their PR or Marketing team. Light a fire on their ass to better market these pistols here in the US.
Facts, regarding their marketing, such a great option yet so underexposed, and underrated. Your point with the aftermarket is exactly why I haven't purchased one. I am definitely planning on getting the M9 A2. Been waiting on prices to drop. Got a PDP and I can't seem to put it down. Would love to compare the 2.
Discovered these hidden gems over a decade ago and couldn't put them down. Yeah, Steyr does jack squat to promote them, which is a shame. Fun Fact: These were designed for Steyr by one of the original Glock engineers, Mr. Wilhelm Bubbits, who also designed the Caracal pistols, which are very unique in thier own right. I have and enjoy them all!
I had one years ago that I let go to a friend in need. I didn't want to, but she was very persuasive. Anyway, It was one of the best shooting guns I have ever owned. It is such a natural pointer, and I loved the sights. I want another, but It is hard to justify now, but I sure miss that gun. One of these days I'll likely end up with another regardless of the need for it.
Feels like a lost friend coming home when you get that gun in your hand… When I got used to the sights I got good groups with it, but can’t shoot anything else the same day.
I like the fact that marketing for these gems sucks. No one is buying them, so the outlets keep dropping the price on them. At 56% off MSRP, I finally pulled the trigger, so to speak. Barelli. I own the S1, and was hoping for a sub compact version in A2, but don’t think one is forthcoming, so 17 rounds will do.
I wish they had made it with an optic cut slide which would have made me more likely to upgrade from my current A1. As it is, there isn’t that much difference between the two. Another thing of note is that quite often there are comments about how huge the muzzle end of the gun appears. It’s an optical illusion. I can put my Sig 229 muzzle to muzzle with the Steyr and there is virtually no difference between the two.
I have and carry mine every day. I am pissed that there is maybe one night sight option. There may be 3 holster company choices. Feels nice. I wish I would have kept my Sig 320 Carry.
Thanks for the video. If you need service for your pistol who do you contact? I have attempted before and have not had any success. I end up talking to a voicemail with no reply
The M9 has been popping up a lot lately, both online and in the local gun shops. After looking for over a year,I picked mine up online in January and had it shipped to a local ffl. Ironically,when I went to pick it up ,they had another one in stock that had just come in!
I am a very big Steyr fan since I bought my son the beautiful limited edition 7mm08. Just recently found out about the a2 pistol line. Can a red dot be mounted directly to the slide? Thanks. Keep the videos coming man.
Love your zeal, but I take a darker view as I’m also an Hk fan. These are amazing guns. To me far better than my Glock 19. I shoot this gun waaaay better, but here is where Glock shines, they care about the American market. Steyr does not. That is because there is a bit of Euro snootiness that I know well after having travelled on business in the region. Steyr has a long standing name for producing nothing but quality products for a very long time. They don’t look across the pond because they don’t care enough to do it. It is an attitude I’ve experienced and why the only European car I would consider buying is a Volvo. They care about customer satisfaction and give you a better value for the money. BMW has a much crappier attitude towards its customers. Anyway, love the M9A1. The only real bitch I’ve had is the erratic “plunk you in the noggin occasionally” ejection pattern. I hear the A2 fixes it. I own the VP9, the PDP (both outstanding), but I love what Steyr did with the grip. That said, I didn’t miss the lacking grip texture on my M9 because it’s ergos are so phenomenally well done. That grip hugs your hand and stays put. Even though it has the extreme Glockesque grip handle, the hump on the back of the grip queues me to point it better than my Glock where you have to learn to roll your wrist unnaturally to point it well. That actually took me a while to master. I picked up shooting the Steyr far easier and to be honest I shoot far tighter groups with it. That along with the much smoother, crisper and lighter non stacky and not crunchy trigger break. Because of the grip angle, very high bore axis and undercut beneath the slide, you can really rock and roll with the gun due to the minimal recoil impulse. But it’s lineage clearly traces back to the Glock, it’s lineage is undeniable. I have heard the guy who helped design it quit Glock because Gaston would not change the line to implement his suggested improvements into the Gen 2 Glock (ironically my G19 is a Gen 2). Glock’s loss was Steyr’s gain. Your message rings true, it is worth it to seek these guns out. Very good pistols with which you can acquire targets quickly because of the unique sight picture and also shoot quickly due to the human engineering and ergos.
I don't know if Steyr has the same marketing exec's as Arex, and Grand Power, but you're right about them sucking! My M9-A2 MF is almost mine (layaway) so I can't wait for that either. I wish I'd never traded away my M-A1 .40 away!
You’ve done a great job marketing Steyer pistols for years now, they should be giving you free guns for all the work you’ve put in. They should get on board and market them better too. Another great 1776 video 🇺🇸
Personally own a C9,M9, and L9-A2. I'm a big Steyr fan obviously. It's true their marketing is terrible in the states cause every time I take them to a range no one knows what they heck they are and always ask questions. Steyr makes excellent products and everything, that I can attest to. It just seems they are mostly focused on their contracts and don't really care for civilian marketing. To me though just means they should be easier to find when they become available. So a Win for the fans of their products I guess?
Part of their issue is they moved from the old HK import house in Trussville, AL to Bessemer. Damn why. Worked security there and honestly it sucks. I’m from the b’ham area and that along with west end/Ensley homicide district, it’s isn’t where I’d move
STEYR actually had the modular pistol long before sig and just never did anything with it. I've been thinking about grabbing the c9 but can't find one to see how it feels in hand. Maybe I'll just go for it
Agreed! These are the most underrated pistols on the market. The have really dropped the ball on marketing and support. Holster manufacturers are just now seeming to get onboard.
Steyr couldn't care less about marketing when they have military contracts.
Which manufacturers are making holsters? I'm having trouble finding one.
Craft Holsters
@@jimmihshsvedder makes em for the a1
never understood the lack of marketing on Steyr end... this is an awesome gun!
Horrible marketing and product definition.
We finally got some Steyrs in the shop. They seem to sell as the Glock or CZ alternative. Customers rave over it after they shoot it. Nice review as always!
What shop? Do you ship to FFL?
@@waveslave Classic Pistol, Southampton, Pa. Call for shipping information only a few in stock now.
This is true found out this existed same day I was at the range n I haft to say I was surprised on how much more I liked it overall than the g43x and shield plus!
I agree wholeheartedly. I've been a CZ fanboy for years and never considered another pistol. But I was let in on the Steyr secret recently, after handling the M9-A2 MF in my LGS. Excellent ergos and super low bore axis. Shooting this thing is an absolute dream, almost zero muzzle rise because it recoils practically in a horizontal plane. I've got to think COVID had a major impact on Steyr, possibly crippling their ability to manufacture and market. IN any event, I'm glad I learned the Steyr secret.
My local gun shop (the one close to my work) has one of these, and because of your videos, I checked it out. Once I had it in hand, I fell in love. I'm currently just a few dollars away from having enough to purchase it, and I can hardly wait! Once I have it and get a chance to go to the range, I will let you know what I think. Thanks so much for your videos!
Keep in mind, CZ started as a small cult like following in the US also.
I was convinced to buy one buy a gunsmith back in 09 and I’d never even heard of them at the time.
Small grows quick sometimes.
Your recommendation goes a long way because I trust you. Yes I think it's underrated and underexposed. I'm not gun poor but if I was to replace one of the handguns I have, it would be with this. Unfortunately, I have no plans to purchase anything right now, but I've said that so many times and turned out buying one.
Just got the C9 about 2 weeks ago I absolutely love it .
Have you had any issues with last round hold open?
I’ve wanted a Steyr for years. Out here in Arizona, whenever one popped up, it was gone before I could get to it. I’ve loved my HK P30L and my CZ P-07. I’ve never really been a striker fired guy. This platform had me hooked.
Low and behold, last night, one popped up on 💪🏼’s list. I luckily was the first to reach out. Tomorrow I get to pick up a C9-A2 MF. I cannot wait. I’ve honestly never been this excited to pick up a firearm. Now comes the part where I load up on some magazines. Thanks for the video!
Just ordered a c9a2 can’t wait to try it out , been looking at steyr for years thanks for the review
I totally found your channel and I continue to follow your channel absolutely because you are the only reviewer that consistently covers Steyrs! I am gonna drive over to 'Bama to see what is really going on with them. I have wanted an S9 for God knows
I had the S9 and the M9A1. Great guns and i highly recommend them to anyone. Some of the best striker fired guns out there. I reluctantly parted with them as I transitioned to DA/SA for my carry guns and, due to aftermarket support, chose Glocks to be the striker fired platform that I would keep. This happened over the last year. If you’re thinking about getting one, don’t hesitate.
Hi I bought this gun today. I had the original full size and it was one of my favorite guns Ive ever had With the design, recoil is reduced quite a bit as you know. The quality of this gun is one of the best out there. They don't misfire either. Until I saw this video I had no idea they came out with the A2. I actually like the look of it much better. If you own one of these guns, people always want to shoot them. The big consideration is that most hot sellers sell for almost list in some cases. These guns are heavily discounted because most people don't know what they are. I got mine today for 450! This is a steal for this gun! If people just knew how nice they are! Thanks for the vid. Cant wait to get mine!
$325 today at bereli
I've been a glock guy since 2002 ish but I never could warm up to the glock grip. Now here I am and getting ready to "pull the trigger" on a Steyr L9. Thanks for the review!
This was a great review. We have a bunch of Steyr rifles (Steyr Mannlichers MCAs, AUG, SSG), but didn't even new they still made pistols. I just saw this and looked it up...they are very reasonably priced too (which is very un-Steyr like if you have ever priced a Zephyr 2 or CL II SX). Thanks. I think this is in my future.
Recently purchased a M40-A1 and I love it. Great ergonomics, great sights, and very reliable. Only downside is that finding holsters and accessories is very hard. But I’m very satisfied with the pistol itself. Might have to see if I can find the newer ones.
Thanks for the video. Honestly wanted one for some time. It's more the availability and a little high in cost here in the states
I bought mine based on your other videos on them , thanks .
1776, new house, new equipment, nice presentation, new merch, have come a long way my friend in just 4 years I have been viewing! Nice style and quality, appreciate your reviews!
Thanks man ...hard work=success
My buddy gave me his C9-A2 to borrow last night since I shoot more often than he does, he wanted me to break it in. Exceptionally well made. At my local Palmetto State Armory, the C9-A2 has sat in their glass cabinet for months. I’m sure they have several in-stock, but still, for as great of a pistol as it is, it’s very under appreciated.
Just purchased one. I chose it because of how it fit my hand. Tried CZ, Beretta, FN 509, Styer was the best fit. Will have to wait until the weekend to try it out.
Gotta say, I really like your reviews. I have a L9 A2 and love it. Looking for a bit smaller EDC and like the Steyr platform. My wife is going to kill me but, she was the one who said " I think we should have some more firearms ", wrong thing to say to me, LOL ! !
Great video, I owned a Steyr and have no issues, great handgun wish there more on the market.
Agreed 💯. My lgs is a Steyr dealer. They had trouble knowing for sure when they pistols were going to hit the market. They finally came around late last year. I almost bought the one I tried there. It's a shame that this gun is so underrated and undermarketed.
Great gun! Bought my first Steyr four years ago and now I own five of them.
I’ve been looking for one of these for a while now. Yesterday I walked into my local gun shop and there it was. So of course it went home with me. Feels fantastic in the hand - review coming soon. I wonder how this would do with a micro red dot on it. Thank you for the video.
I remember about 10 years ago a new local gun store popped up minutes down the road, I obviously had to go check it out and the first thing i saw was Steyr dealer on the door and a big banner hanging up behind the counter, after asking the owner about the hand guns I could instantly tell he was a really big fan of their pistols, i didn't buy the hype he was talking until he put one in my hands and I couldn't believe just hot good the feel and ergonomics were, and those weird triangle sights. I regret not buying one back then but the C9-A2 is certainly on the list of must own hand guns for me and I plan to acquire one soon!
I agree with you. You are the reason I have two of them.
I'm going to have to agree, I went and held the c9a2 and the angle and sights made me fall in love with it.
Now that I have an AUG, I have to get this pistol. Seems like a great little pistol, that low bore axis and the overall aesthetic of the gun is just fantastic, I love how different it is.
I own 2 of the A1 and now the M9 A2. Hands down my favorite pistol. Shoot them in competitions. They are fantastic. But 100% agree. The company just seems to not care about marketing/customers at all. Mind blowing. I pre bought my A2. And waited around 1 1/2 years for it.
I started shooting about two months ago.
First with a trainer who made a deal with Steyr so that he can show those guns to new shooters (instead of G**** of cause) and even he had to somewhat fight with them to get a propper offer.
So I used the L9 A1 as my first gun and with the first five shots there was a harmony i can't explain - and a nice grouping on the target.
Now i own an L9 A2 MF and I left the shooting range with a big grin in my face. I have to learn A LOT but ... well, I think I'll keep her for long.
But I absolute agree with you about the marketing. I'm living in Austria so it is relatively easy to find one of those guns, but after-market does not exist (more or less).
Steyr is a big name in the hunting community and of cause everyone knows the AUG (STG77...) but I have the feeling that they are kind of sorry to offer a handgun too. Just a feeling ... :-/
Thanks for your content - keep on shooting!
Thank you for your comments
Everything you said is absolutely true. I own the M9-A2 and I absolutely love it. Criminally underrated for sure. The only complaint I have is that the threaded barrel versions are hard to find and the factory threaded barrels are 300 bucks, which is definitely steep. Other than that, these are incredible in every way. A lot of folks complain about the reset, which is comical because nobody is going to hear a trigger reset during any real life scenario where you're shooting for your life. And the sights--I love them and I think they are better than any other configuration after you get used to it. Even magazines aren't terrible. Definitely not as affordable as Glock mags, but far cheaper than HK and some others.
Steyr is so underrated. If they had the aftermarket support they would be tops. Especially these gen2 with the texturing. If they make cut slides from factory it's turn key
Just picked one up, love it!
They are fantastic firearms. My husband and I are big fans of German engineering and manufacturing.
Thanks for sharing this video. 👌🙏👌
It is Austria, not Germany.
I would consider this. I, like many others, have had an interest in the AUG and given I am focused on obtaining one based on its features it is not a stretch to assume I would like this as eell.
I remember when they came out in the 90’s. I always thought they was nice. And Steyr has always had a good name.
Looks awesome! Great firearms.
Yep I love my Steyrs too .....they are not as reliable as my Beretta's but they are very reliable. The trapezoidal sites are my favorite thing.
Ive had my Steyr 40 for 30 years and never had any issue. I have never shot a handgun the shoot’s and aims so easily, with a very natural grip angle.
I have the L9-A1 and absolutely love it. Even tho it is a full size pistol I do carry it every day. I plan on buying the M9-A2 as my EDC pistol. The problem is I can't find one in any of my local gun stores. Damn shame because it truly is perfection right out of the box.
Greetings from Lithuania
In our country started slowly popular
I have medium i love more than Glock
It really is an amazing pistol. Fits the hand perfectly
First time I heard of the C9-A2. It’s still not on the Steyr USA website. Love my S40-A1 which I also shoot 357 Sig and 9mm using conversion barrels. Also have a M9-A1 and am looking for a M40.
Just got one of these. Rare to see them out in the wild so I got it. Love it. I think they're like HK which also suck at marketing and only care about the mil and leo contracts. The aftermarket doesn't bother me because It needs nothing in my opinion.
Steyr fan. Love my M9A1 with threaded barrel, even though I haven't even broken it in yet. Jams when dirty but a cleaning and it's right back to great. I owned a 40 cal but traded it for a 9 because of the low capacity of the 40- 10 to 12 rds vs 17. Love the A1 because it's not textured. I hate texturing that hurts if you even get a good grip on a gun. Texturing that feels like wrapping a grip in barbed wire is a fad today. I thought I was going to hate the A2 because it looks like it will be rough, but it feels good and I find myself wanting one it all sizes. My M9A1 is the most comfortable pistol I've held out of literally hundreds of models.
C9A2 on sale at Berelli for $299! Mine shipped the next morning!
Honestly, an unreal price for psudo-german/austrian engineering. Wilhelm Bubits created this pistol. His goals were to improve upon Gaston Glocks design.
The M9A2 is still available for $375 @ Berelli. 5/24
test fired one of these like nearly 2 years but I went with a SOG 365Xmacro. The gun was smaller , slimmer, handle shorter. the Sig did cost more but just recently I seen the C9-A2 at over 625
This pistol is great if you have smaller hands. And the low bore axis is very noticable compared to my Walther PPQ. Grip is awesome and the sights are great with my Astigmatism. I have a Steyr Pro Hunter 2 in .223 and it's just as nice. All of these can be found on clearance for amazing prices.
I've got the M9-A1 and love it.
I bought an S9-A1 years ago because the sale price was to good to pass up. After taking it to the range and having a few FTF’s I threw it I the safe as I couldn’t trust it to function as my EDC. One day I pulled it out and scrubbed it top to bottom then took it to the range where it functioned flawlessly. Trouble is, I couldn’t put it down. The trapezoid sights improved my shooting 100% over any of my Glocks.
I had the opportunity to pick up a C9-A2 on a 4th of July sale. After changing the grip to the larger back strap it was love at first sight and now my new EDC. The only drawback to the Steyr A2 is the lack of holsters that are available. I ordered a IWB from We The People holsters and also checked with Alien Gear who makes one for the L9. They don’t make one for the C9 but if enough people call requesting it they’ll start making them for the complete A2 series of pistols.
How about after sales products, I. E. Holsters, lights etc?
Looks an amazing firearm.
Curious to know how it shoots, ergonomics and recoil
I own both an M9-A1 and an S9-A1 and love both of them, and no, they are not for sale, lol! I’ve done a little custom work on them, but my eyesight isn’t what it used to be, so I purchased an Armalaser green laser (GTO with a FLX) that turns on when your middle finger touches the contact under the trigger guard. It turns off when you release the grip. It is still available on Amazon. It has solved my aiming problems and it might be of interest to others. (Now I can shoot from the hip, but I still get hot spent brass thrown up in my face, lol!)
Glock always taking the limelight Steyr is battle ready and reliable
You were right to call out Steyr. They even invented the cold hammer forge tooling, but they don't market it. Good honest review 👍
Love the video! Trying to decide between c9 or m9-a2 for carry. I’d like to carry behind the hip, any holster recommendations? Thx!
Great video bro
Was fortunately to find a used M9A-1. It has become my favorite go to over everything else I own. Reckon I am an official Steyer fan boy now.
The a2 is even better
I agree that a flat magazine base plate instead of the +2 would help in the carry department
I know for damn sure, that after watching this video and all your previous Steyr ones, Steyr needs to add you to their PR or Marketing team. Light a fire on their ass to better market these pistols here in the US.
I have always wanted one, except...I couldn't find any after market support...I agree, fantastic gun with no support
Facts, regarding their marketing, such a great option yet so underexposed, and underrated. Your point with the aftermarket is exactly why I haven't purchased one. I am definitely planning on getting the M9 A2. Been waiting on prices to drop. Got a PDP and I can't seem to put it down. Would love to compare the 2.
It's coming
@@1776orbust I look forward to it. Landed the M9A2 for 6, couldn't help it.
@@thearmzmen nice now make a damn holster😍
@@1776orbust hah.. lol.... yeah, I'm planning to work on that.
Discovered these hidden gems over a decade ago and couldn't put them down. Yeah, Steyr does jack squat to promote them, which is a shame.
Fun Fact: These were designed for Steyr by one of the original Glock engineers, Mr. Wilhelm Bubbits, who also designed the Caracal pistols, which are very unique in thier own right.
I have and enjoy them all!
I had one years ago that I let go to a friend in need. I didn't want to, but she was very persuasive. Anyway, It was one of the best shooting guns I have ever owned. It is such a natural pointer, and I loved the sights. I want another, but It is hard to justify now, but I sure miss that gun. One of these days I'll likely end up with another regardless of the need for it.
Feels like a lost friend coming home when you get that gun in your hand…
When I got used to the sights I got good groups with it, but can’t shoot anything else the same day.
Just ordered mine for only $375. Can’t wait!
Just ordered at $299 - couldn't believe that price
I absolutely LOVE my L9-A2. The best handgun I've ever owned.
I like the fact that marketing for these gems sucks. No one is buying them, so the outlets keep dropping the price on them. At 56% off MSRP, I finally pulled the trigger, so to speak. Barelli. I own the S1, and was hoping for a sub compact version in A2, but don’t think one is forthcoming, so 17 rounds will do.
I know what you mean about not much in after market...I have the M9A2 and a Grand Power Q1 love both guns but try to find a holster
I own a couple myself and I love them they are awesome firearms but like you said they put very little out as far as PR
I'm buying one because it looks fricken cool
Not a very experienced enthusiast.... yet. This C9-A2 is the first full size 9mm that actually felt comfortable in my smaller hands
I wish they had made it with an optic cut slide which would have made me more likely to upgrade from my current A1. As it is, there isn’t that much difference between the two.
Another thing of note is that quite often there are comments about how huge the muzzle end of the gun appears. It’s an optical illusion. I can put my Sig 229 muzzle to muzzle with the Steyr and there is virtually no difference between the two.
I want one because it seems to be one of the closest pistols to the H&K P7 at an affordable price.
I have and carry mine every day. I am pissed that there is maybe one night sight option. There may be 3 holster company choices. Feels nice. I wish I would have kept my Sig 320 Carry.
The best pistol you never heard of
Can’t find one anywhere. The L9 seems huge.
Agreed, I have three of them.
Thanks for the video. If you need service for your pistol who do you contact? I have attempted before and have not had any success. I end up talking to a voicemail with no reply
Do they have an optics ready version?
Ambi slide release and holster options would be my only gripes.
Thanks
I really forgot these existed. Always wanted a Steyr handgun but they’re super hard to find.
The M9 has been popping up a lot lately, both online and in the local gun shops. After looking for over a year,I picked mine up online in January and had it shipped to a local ffl. Ironically,when I went to pick it up ,they had another one in stock that had just come in!
Just found this locally, and you can bet your ass I purchased this.
Wouldn't mind getting the M9, too.
It would be amazing with an optics cut and suppressor height night sights, perfect pistol if you have that done to it.
I am a very big Steyr fan since I bought my son the beautiful limited edition 7mm08. Just recently found out about the a2 pistol line. Can a red dot be mounted directly to the slide? Thanks. Keep the videos coming man.
Unfor6it cannot. Steyr made a great firearm but they don't really listen to the Market unfortunately
Good video & audio production. Microphone?
Love your zeal, but I take a darker view as I’m also an Hk fan. These are amazing guns. To me far better than my Glock 19. I shoot this gun waaaay better, but here is where Glock shines, they care about the American market. Steyr does not. That is because there is a bit of Euro snootiness that I know well after having travelled on business in the region. Steyr has a long standing name for producing nothing but quality products for a very long time. They don’t look across the pond because they don’t care enough to do it. It is an attitude I’ve experienced and why the only European car I would consider buying is a Volvo. They care about customer satisfaction and give you a better value for the money. BMW has a much crappier attitude towards its customers.
Anyway, love the M9A1. The only real bitch I’ve had is the erratic “plunk you in the noggin occasionally” ejection pattern. I hear the A2 fixes it. I own the VP9, the PDP (both outstanding), but I love what Steyr did with the grip. That said, I didn’t miss the lacking grip texture on my M9 because it’s ergos are so phenomenally well done. That grip hugs your hand and stays put. Even though it has the extreme Glockesque grip handle, the hump on the back of the grip queues me to point it better than my Glock where you have to learn to roll your wrist unnaturally to point it well. That actually took me a while to master. I picked up shooting the Steyr far easier and to be honest I shoot far tighter groups with it. That along with the much smoother, crisper and lighter non stacky and not crunchy trigger break. Because of the grip angle, very high bore axis and undercut beneath the slide, you can really rock and roll with the gun due to the minimal recoil impulse. But it’s lineage clearly traces back to the Glock, it’s lineage is undeniable. I have heard the guy who helped design it quit Glock because Gaston would not change the line to implement his suggested improvements into the Gen 2 Glock (ironically my G19 is a Gen 2). Glock’s loss was Steyr’s gain. Your message rings true, it is worth it to seek these guns out. Very good pistols with which you can acquire targets quickly because of the unique sight picture and also shoot quickly due to the human engineering and ergos.
I really thought hard about buying one but with absolutely no aftermarket support I can't do it
Steyr is the Best Austrian pistol, and one of the best polymer pistols. My M9-A2 is Terrific
I don't know if Steyr has the same marketing exec's as Arex, and Grand Power, but you're right about them sucking! My M9-A2 MF is almost mine (layaway) so I can't wait for that either. I wish I'd never traded away my M-A1 .40 away!
You’ve done a great job marketing Steyer pistols for years now, they should be giving you free guns for all the work you’ve put in.
They should get on board and market them better too. Another great 1776 video 🇺🇸
Thank you sir
Personally own a C9,M9, and L9-A2. I'm a big Steyr fan obviously. It's true their marketing is terrible in the states cause every time I take them to a range no one knows what they heck they are and always ask questions. Steyr makes excellent products and everything, that I can attest to. It just seems they are mostly focused on their contracts and don't really care for civilian marketing. To me though just means they should be easier to find when they become available. So a Win for the fans of their products I guess?
l9 vs c9 if you had to choose between the two?
I know it's a COMPACT but how far was your accuracy with this pistol?
Stole mine from Berelli for $300, got a holster from Steyr for 1/2 price and picked up extra normal and low capacity magazines dirt cheap @ Berelli.
Part of their issue is they moved from the old HK import house in Trussville, AL to Bessemer. Damn why. Worked security there and honestly it sucks. I’m from the b’ham area and that along with west end/Ensley homicide district, it’s isn’t where I’d move
What model has a full size grip and a compact barrel?
C9
STEYR actually had the modular pistol long before sig and just never did anything with it. I've been thinking about grabbing the c9 but can't find one to see how it feels in hand. Maybe I'll just go for it
Do it you won't regret it
Fantastic pistol.. Greetings from Austria 🇦🇹
Hm.. i feel the same about their marketing.. so i will contact them here :)