Top 10 Pistols Under $500

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  • @HonestOutlawReviews
    @HonestOutlawReviews  10 місяців тому +287

    For everyone complaining about prices in their area: THE INTERNET EXISTS. Also, beware of scammers in the comments.

    • @daniel-eo3rz
      @daniel-eo3rz 10 місяців тому +39

      Where can you get a PDP for under $500?

    • @ghostdog2041
      @ghostdog2041 10 місяців тому

      @@daniel-eo3rzI just wrote that before seeing your comment haha! My gf and I went and looked specifically for PDPs on Saturday. $650

    • @macgregordespitethem7933
      @macgregordespitethem7933 10 місяців тому +9

      Just remember to add shipping and the FFL transfer fee. YMMV.

    • @ghostdog2041
      @ghostdog2041 10 місяців тому

      @@macgregordespitethem7933 and don’t use academy sports!!!

    • @bigdumbchannel
      @bigdumbchannel 10 місяців тому +3

      If it's as simple as understanding the internet exists, perhaps you could do a video for your fans on what websites and how you do your online shopping...

  • @Janzer_
    @Janzer_ 9 місяців тому +564

    1:25 FN 509 series , 3:05 Springfield Hellcat Pro , 4:17 Canik TP9 Elite SC , 5:53 Glock 19 , 7:00 S&W M&P 2.0 Compact , 9:15 CZ P07 , 11:55 Glock 43x , 13:41 Sig P365 , 16:08 Walther PDP , 18:52 S&W Shield Plus

    • @craigsolve933
      @craigsolve933 9 місяців тому +28

      Thanks, you should be the producer!
      It is so viewer supportive to create pauses in such long form videos to allow viewers to move to each product and back again as needed for further review.

    • @biscuitninja
      @biscuitninja 9 місяців тому +6

      Thanks! Nearly a minute and a half before getting to the list and not posting the list.

    • @backom
      @backom 8 місяців тому +5

      ​@@biscuitninjanot all heroes wear cap❤

    • @azure8696
      @azure8696 8 місяців тому +9

      I knew there was a hero in the comments somewhere thanks!

    • @angelaford1845
      @angelaford1845 8 місяців тому +2

      Ruger security 9

  • @johnnykidd8768
    @johnnykidd8768 10 місяців тому +268

    Carry a shield plus every day. Bought it for $449. Night sights, optics cut, and came with 5 magazines. Absolutely love this gun.

    • @mikewithers299
      @mikewithers299 10 місяців тому +8

      Yup. Same here. I loved the 1.0, but when the Plus came out with all those extras I jumped on it. I hope they don't make the 3.0 yet. I'm still loving this for edc

    • @DheerajNagpal
      @DheerajNagpal 10 місяців тому +4

      Same here. Bought the tritium night sight OR version with 3 addnl mag promo. Love it.

    • @VernonELSmith
      @VernonELSmith 10 місяців тому +13

      4 Shield's in my safe, and one on my body.

    • @cashmoney9256
      @cashmoney9256 10 місяців тому +7

      Yep me too and it’s my most reliable as well. >2k rounds, zero failures w all kinds of ammo.

    • @googlechicken
      @googlechicken 10 місяців тому +3

      I work at a gun shop and we had them for 399.99. I’m not a fan of Smith and Wesson as a brand nor do I particularly like the Shield plus but the price for what you get is tough to beat. Needless to say they were not in stock for long

  • @dennisjordan5138
    @dennisjordan5138 10 місяців тому +118

    I'm 69 and the Canik TP9 Elite SC is my first handgun. Felt like an extension of my hand from the first time I picked it up. Trigger is amazing and it's deadly accurate.

    • @txtacticalgamer
      @txtacticalgamer 9 місяців тому +3

      I carry thatwith a 507K red dot with a PL mini 2 olight and i also carry my G43X with night sights and shield arms 15 round mag with a steel mag catch and a PL Mini 2 Olight. I love them both

    • @dangrimes342
      @dangrimes342 Місяць тому

      I've only heard good things about the Cantx

  • @nicholaskuzmak6574
    @nicholaskuzmak6574 10 місяців тому +137

    I think the PDP is one of the most underrated handguns out. I bought one with the intention of adding an optic, and it has quickly grown to one of my favorite pistols. Wasn’t expecting that.

    • @qatommy
      @qatommy 10 місяців тому +3

      I love mine, I tried several pistols when I started shooting and the PDP felt the most balanced. I put a red dot on it 2 weeks ago and I love it even more

    • @benjamin3290
      @benjamin3290 10 місяців тому +6

      Great ergos and trigger but way snappier than it needs to be

    • @pugsley201
      @pugsley201 10 місяців тому +5

      It’s very highly-rated by everyone that reviews it. It’s super hyped up and is the new hotness in handguns. There’s a lot of things to be said about it but underrated is not one of them lol

    • @datadavis
      @datadavis 10 місяців тому +2

      Absolutely love mine with the holosun on it

    • @Syntax_Error_404
      @Syntax_Error_404 9 місяців тому +6

      @@benjamin3290 - Yes, it's very snappy, but I find that the blowback is well balanced in a way that makes it snap back to target again very quickly.

  • @streetrat123
    @streetrat123 10 місяців тому +100

    “Now usually, if you get a girl that goes both ways and still sucks that’s good, but in this case not so much”… pure gold lol 😂

    • @pricex556
      @pricex556 4 місяці тому +2

      Caught me off guard 💀💀

    • @glenngotts1380
      @glenngotts1380 3 місяці тому

      I was hoping we weren’t just gonna glance over that line.

    • @scottwilkins8611
      @scottwilkins8611 3 місяці тому

      I thought the comments would be talking about this more. That was great.

    • @ladiaries7076
      @ladiaries7076 2 місяці тому

      I was fully focused on shooting and had to replay. Did he really say that 😂

  • @docgillygun9531
    @docgillygun9531 10 місяців тому +110

    These videos are actually priceless for folks who really have to maximize their cost to quality and number of firearms dollars. If you can only afford or want one pistol incredibly valuable info.

    • @boomee78
      @boomee78 10 місяців тому +1

      This info is readily available anywhere and everywhere

    • @ghislainedidntkillherself
      @ghislainedidntkillherself 10 місяців тому +1

      @@boomee78ok. thanks for being useless

    • @docgillygun9531
      @docgillygun9531 10 місяців тому +13

      There always has to be that one guy.

    • @that1993mustang
      @that1993mustang 9 місяців тому

      ⁠@@boomee78your mom is readily available anywhere and everywhere

    • @thorwaldjohanson2526
      @thorwaldjohanson2526 4 місяці тому +2

      There is tons of info, but a majority is crap. You usually get fanbois who rave about the pistol they bought. He actually shoots all of these different guns a LOT. I haven't found any online resource that is comparable to him.

  • @AdL629
    @AdL629 10 місяців тому +7

    I figured the Shield would make the list but I'm glad you confirm the gun above my junk is number 1! I bought it weeks after it came out for $520, but found an OR version about a year ago for $400, and they both work great!

  • @daskrokodil4584
    @daskrokodil4584 10 місяців тому +26

    Shot my PDP 4" C with Holosun 507c X2 over 100m (110 yds). Three out of the first four shots were in 7 on a P10/P4 (Swiss paper target). This gun is incredibly accurate. The missing shot was just me.

  • @Seedavis397
    @Seedavis397 10 місяців тому +150

    Your probably my top guntuber. Tons of info and experience in a concise package. No cinematic bullshit lol.

    • @Protopious
      @Protopious 10 місяців тому +1

      @@janneman27 *Yew'r 🤓

    • @benjamin3290
      @benjamin3290 10 місяців тому

      Depends on what you’re looking for. Everyday purchases, yea this channel rocks. But if you want the best info on actual service weapons Garand Thumb blows this channel out of the water. You’ll just have to deal with the “cinematic bullshit” ya fuckin dweeb.

  • @archipelago93
    @archipelago93 10 місяців тому +34

    My only issue with this list is that I don’t know where you’re seeing guns like the FN 509 and Walther PDP for under $500. Even big box stores near me like Bass Pro sell them for well over $600, and their MSRPs are well above that.
    Next video make a top 10 places to shop for firearms so we can get the same deals! 😂

    • @Andrew_182
      @Andrew_182 10 місяців тому +3

      Buying online at places like dahlonega, family firearms, and Kentucky gun co is where you’ll find the best prices. They’ll ship it to your ffl (so make sure they’ll do the transfer and make sure you factor in that fee to your comparison but almost certainly you’ll still come out ahead) and you’ll go in and do the transfer. I haven’t seen the pdp for under $500 there either but I haven’t really been looking either. Just checked and FF has them listed for $650 but has an “email for customized quote” button (so they can get around map) and for the 509c they’re asking $549 currently price in cart.

    • @NoodleMcGee
      @NoodleMcGee 10 місяців тому +1

      @@Andrew_182 I replied to someone else to say that there is/was a distributor going $430 for the 509c, but it required a coupon code. I suspect the comment was removed for looking like advertising.

    • @9770G
      @9770G 10 місяців тому +3

      Ya they aren’t. Same goes for the hellcat pro’s. That is not a $500 gun. At least not new it sure as hell isn’t.

  • @robertcainjr.7627
    @robertcainjr.7627 10 місяців тому +1

    Love double/single, from my S&W 645 to my CZP09. Thanks for videos like this. I seem to be the guy people ask for advice about Firearms, and I send them all to your videos for the best info on whichever gun their looking at!

  • @xciteful
    @xciteful 10 місяців тому +1

    You are the best. Thank you for staying true and 'honest' for the community.

  • @Lucas.stalcup
    @Lucas.stalcup 10 місяців тому +751

    In all my gun shops around me I can never find Glocks under $500

    • @spindiamond
      @spindiamond 10 місяців тому +99

      Try online. I just ordered a 43x and even with the FFL transfer and shipping it's only going to be $434.

    • @327Federal
      @327Federal 10 місяців тому +69

      Glock used to be $500 now they are a $600 gun

    • @whatsamcgee
      @whatsamcgee 10 місяців тому +36

      Used, lol

    • @327Federal
      @327Federal 10 місяців тому +15

      @@spindiamond*Like New Lightly Used

    • @KwarterCraft
      @KwarterCraft 10 місяців тому +16

      Family Firearms or Dahlonega Armory. Also I'm about to sell my G19 gen 4 if you want it haha.

  • @user-ph5fx7xq7u
    @user-ph5fx7xq7u 10 місяців тому +9

    You never bore me. 99% of the youtubers bore me to tears. All information without the nonsense. Thanks

  • @rickbirmingham2055
    @rickbirmingham2055 10 місяців тому +6

    Love my P07. Found it on consignment at a local FFL for 4 Bills. Having been trained by our Uncle Sam on the 1911 and M9, DASA for home security is perfect for me.

  • @eddiewest8477
    @eddiewest8477 7 місяців тому

    I just wanna say thank you Chris! 😊 You keep being Honest for all of us who are trying to learn. I love how you help us an all ur reviews, please don't stop! Bless u an ur house😁✌

  • @ethanmccracken6489
    @ethanmccracken6489 10 місяців тому +204

    I’m very surprised the CZ P10-c didn’t make the list. It’s better than most of the guns on this list in my opinion. Last one I saw in store was around $400

    • @awokeone7997
      @awokeone7997 10 місяців тому +19

      It's one of the best striker fired guns. Great ergos, very low felt recoil and muzzle flip. Great for first time shooters

    • @Andrew_182
      @Andrew_182 10 місяців тому +26

      It is better I agree. Thankfully it made his first list though for guns under $350 since you can find them online for $300-350 all day.

    • @victordogeman
      @victordogeman 10 місяців тому +7

      The p10C and p10F are the two guns I rotate between carrying the most, like by far. I’m about to send off my P09 to get milled for an optic, and that thing will be added into rotation immediately. CZ just doesn’t miss!!!

    • @satagaming9144
      @satagaming9144 10 місяців тому +15

      I think this is a "Guns between 350 and 500" video, he just made an "Under 350" video

    • @pranc236
      @pranc236 10 місяців тому +13

      He had the p10 on the 350 list

  • @sloppyjoe1315
    @sloppyjoe1315 10 місяців тому +15

    Your reviews of canik pistols are why I bought my first one now I have five and I'm not mad

  • @TrashHowitzer
    @TrashHowitzer 10 місяців тому +67

    I continue to appreciate your acknowledgement of the gem of a pistol the P-07 is. Amazing video as always!

    • @elliotcorneau582
      @elliotcorneau582 10 місяців тому +5

      I would have to agree 💯 I have the big brother P-09 and it is an absolute dream to shoot. That omega DA/SA trigger is oh so good 👍

    • @ross9128
      @ross9128 9 місяців тому +3

      I have carried a P 07 for several years it's my favorite. Last year put a Cajun gun works spring kit for about $50. It took it to next level. Super accurate and steady to shoot.

    • @jerrybarbieri8174
      @jerrybarbieri8174 8 місяців тому

      Love my p07 jst sucks the mags are so expensive

  • @thinman8621
    @thinman8621 10 місяців тому +29

    CZ P=07 is one of my all-time favorite pistols. If it has to be a striker, Walther PDP has great grip texture and with its step chamber is remarkably accurate. Truly we are in the golden age for handgunners.

  • @Hawkfan4life88
    @Hawkfan4life88 10 місяців тому +8

    Respect to ACTUALLY reviewing the tool an using ur own options. Much respect 🤙🇺🇲

  • @wgd19671
    @wgd19671 10 місяців тому +7

    Another great review! Absolutely love my M&p 2.0 / 3.6 compact and my shield plus definitely quality guns for the price!

  • @jerryhoward3004
    @jerryhoward3004 9 місяців тому

    Love this channel. Keep up the awesome reviews, and i and all my buddies will continue to watch. Thanks, for all the honesty.

  • @thanatology493
    @thanatology493 10 місяців тому +16

    I bought the Canik based on your reviews of the gun. It was between that and the Shield Plus. I love the gun. So accurate. The trigger is amazing. Everything I wanted in an EDC gun. Thanks!

    • @amargnwalkr
      @amargnwalkr 10 місяців тому +2

      I love my Canik too! They should be more popular. Best trigger on a gun under $500 easily.

    • @cjsteele9594
      @cjsteele9594 5 місяців тому

      Try finding parts

  • @LuckyLuch11
    @LuckyLuch11 10 місяців тому +22

    Love my PDP. Have just about 2000 rounds through it and no issues. Was not under $500 here in NY ($699) but worth the money.

    • @9770G
      @9770G 10 місяців тому +6

      They aren’t. It’s FUD so he can upload and collect ad revenue. I don’t think really any of these handguns are sub $500. Most of them listed were $650-$750 handguns.

    • @Colonel_Bat_Guano
      @Colonel_Bat_Guano 10 місяців тому

      @@9770G He's mentioned that he has "iowa prices" but yeah, kinda funny that most of us live in populated areas lol

    • @chrisclark6161
      @chrisclark6161 10 місяців тому +1

      maybe he's using prices he paid for it? I bought mine when they first hit shelves and they were 499 in my area. They've dramatically shot up sense then, so I agree that it doesn't belong here, but that about the only reason I can think of.

    • @9770G
      @9770G 10 місяців тому +1

      @@Colonel_Bat_Guano even in the middle of nowhere Iowa do I believe a handgun that is normally $750-$800 is going for $500. Maybe $600-$650 but no way it’s $500.

    • @nokachi3339
      @nokachi3339 10 місяців тому

      @@Colonel_Bat_Guano idk what Iowa is doing lol, but those prices are crazy low

  • @stopthehate9102
    @stopthehate9102 10 місяців тому +20

    Thanks for addressing the thieving A.I UA-cam channels. They get put in my feed above my subscriptions. UA-cam is pushing them.

  • @nathanprohaska8635
    @nathanprohaska8635 2 місяці тому

    I really appreciate you testing each and every one of these. Great video!

  • @yohanmoros627
    @yohanmoros627 10 місяців тому +4

    Thanks for this review, and happy to see my EDC listed as #1. You can also use the 15 rounds magazine from the Equalizer with your Shield Plus 9 and have better grip and more capacity

  • @Tave.
    @Tave. 10 місяців тому +24

    Shield Plus doesn’t get the credit it truly deserves!

    • @WN_Byers
      @WN_Byers 10 місяців тому +1

      Its one of the best selling guns 😑

    • @nokachi3339
      @nokachi3339 10 місяців тому

      @@WN_Byers but not THE best

  • @lindseywack8192
    @lindseywack8192 10 місяців тому +4

    Shield plus and the P07 are my go to carry guns. 2000 plus in each. Love them....

  • @MrEd-dc6mh
    @MrEd-dc6mh 3 місяці тому

    Great review! It provides a great look into so many options for new and old EDC folks to be able to compare the different guns before we buy. The perfect EDC gun is out there we have to find the best one for us! Thanks again!

  • @airboundgab3
    @airboundgab3 10 місяців тому +7

    Have an M&P 2.0 Compact with the 3.6 barrel and it works. Feels great in my hand. And 15 +1 rounds in the magazine it has capacity. My EDC

  • @OhioCruffler
    @OhioCruffler 10 місяців тому +27

    So many options! Also the IWI Masada Slim; smaller than the 43x in all dimensions but 3 rounds more; same price, and very shootable. RMS-C Optic cut, SIG sight cuts, and CZ-75 pattern mags; excellent interoperability.
    Edit: My wife claimed my Shield Plus. ;-)

    • @stephenschroeder6567
      @stephenschroeder6567 10 місяців тому +1

      Concur with the Masada Slim. Since I got mine, all the others I had in that same niche have been sold off. I rotate it with my CZ PCR for EDC. As Chris said, find the one(s) that you like and have fun.

    • @Steve-1955
      @Steve-1955 10 місяців тому

      It’s my edc also Working Great for me👍

    • @jessesando8582
      @jessesando8582 10 місяців тому +1

      I picked up a Masada slim for $414 from my LGS. One of the best bargains for conceal carry. Wish I kept it, it really is a great option.

  • @SmokesKwazukii
    @SmokesKwazukii 10 місяців тому +48

    Walthers amaze me with their value. Its wild that they arent more popular. I wish i’d looked into them more when i was first getting into striker fired handguns

    • @calhitmen
      @calhitmen 10 місяців тому +6

      If they were smaller or thinner in size, they would be.

    • @JD-tn5lz
      @JD-tn5lz 10 місяців тому +4

      They are fine guns, but except for their PPS, Walther isn't as carry-friendly as most of the competition.

    • @codybaker1150
      @codybaker1150 10 місяців тому +2

      ​@@JD-tn5lzThey only bother advertising their duty pistols, which have gotten increasingly larger. My entire carry rotation is Walther, but I passed on the PDP because it is HUGE. But the PPS and CCP are both both very concealable, not to mention the PPK for the all metal crowd. And of their duty pistols the P99 is very easy to carry. They just spend no effort getting their name out there. But they are also always sold out, so maybe they have something figured out

    • @BestNewsClips
      @BestNewsClips 10 місяців тому +1

      Agreed I love my 22... smoothest gun I've ever shot. I only use hollow points, but yes it is a big heavy for what it is.

    • @jaso31
      @jaso31 10 місяців тому +2

      My PPQ M2 9mm still shoots very reliably after 7+ years and however many rounds. Love that thing with the biggest provided grip. My go to home defense pistol with a light.

  • @NamedMyTaco
    @NamedMyTaco 10 місяців тому +5

    I've been loving these list videos. It would also be great to hear what the missus has to say about these firearms, as well. It's hard to get an opinion from a lady who has as much hands-on time with the guns as her. Keep up the great work y'all!

  • @jakeward8685
    @jakeward8685 10 місяців тому +8

    I picked up a 5" pdp back in July and I gotta say it is a phenomenal gun. They only downside is it is a little snappy which can be a problem if your grip is a little weak. Also the sights kinda suck in my opinion, but throw an optic on that bad boy and man it is a tac driver.

  • @EzyB409
    @EzyB409 10 місяців тому +26

    Always a great video when Outlaw drops!

  • @loganwhite3904
    @loganwhite3904 10 місяців тому +6

    glad to see the PDP on here, I love the fact that it's compact AND OR right out of the box, I plan on getting the 43 cal paintball version of that or the HK VP9

  • @freezinweasle1
    @freezinweasle1 3 дні тому

    Very good review and much appreciated.

  • @tamiagee_
    @tamiagee_ 7 місяців тому +1

    These videos have been extremely helpful. I'm currently looking for something affordable with good quality.
    Thanks for sharing these amazing videos with us and keep up the great work. 😊

  • @oilyque
    @oilyque 10 місяців тому +9

    Always feels good when you see a few of your firearms make these list. I love my Shield Plus, Walther PDP and Hellcat Pro. I don't carry the PDP as much because of the size but it is probably my favorite to shoot. All 15-17 round mags as well.. I carry the Plus the most

    • @Protopious
      @Protopious 10 місяців тому +1

      My full size PDP is winter carry (hoodies are great) but I swap from a soon to be retired SR40C and a Hellcat in the summer months. Considering getting the smaller PDP to carry at all times

    • @SoLowDolo
      @SoLowDolo 9 місяців тому

      ​@@Protopioushow do you retire them?

  • @thefallenone8623
    @thefallenone8623 10 місяців тому +9

    I still have my PPQ M2, first gun I bought, and it is still. Work horse. Well above 2000+ and still as crisp and accurate as when I took it out of the box. Trijicon night sights and stream light, works perfect

    • @andrewphung144
      @andrewphung144 10 місяців тому

      Fuck yeah me too. Love that Gun to death. I have the ppq sc 3.5 barrel. That’s my edc only issue I have with it is that it’s hard to conceal on me

    • @ianschroder
      @ianschroder 10 місяців тому

      Same here, my 2nd handgun, I still have my PPQ M2 Navy and it is still the best. I regret the tactical version, very similare and optic ready but came with a shitty red dot and... rust fast. So I get a PDP C but well, it's a little bulky and I prefer the PPQ grip.

  • @CooterMolot
    @CooterMolot 10 місяців тому

    Great video as always you are my most trusted reviewer

  • @LoserSkits
    @LoserSkits 10 місяців тому +1

    Just bought a Shield Plus a couple of weeks ago and loving it and seeing it at the top of the list makes me feel even better about my purchase!

  • @bgilton79
    @bgilton79 10 місяців тому +4

    Absolutely love my P07. Great pistol

  • @frankthompson9119
    @frankthompson9119 10 місяців тому +12

    I completely agree with the S&W and CZ. They are just great firearms. Wish I could afford all the guns on your list. I fired the PDP at the local range. It is a big gun.

    • @richardwaslostjesusfoundme9051
      @richardwaslostjesusfoundme9051 10 місяців тому +2

      The compact is my appendix ccw. Check out the compact model. Perfect size. I am only 5 10 and 145lbs. It barely prints when I reach for stuff

  • @bigguy83freedomfirearmsfis94
    @bigguy83freedomfirearmsfis94 10 місяців тому +2

    I found your channel a few years back and always watch your reviews and my I carry the 43x and Sheild Plus I came up with Glocks because of my job but also have other guns for carry but your reviews are always on point.

  • @troydecker9685
    @troydecker9685 10 місяців тому +2

    I now have2 CZ P07’s just because they discontinued it. It is my go to and the first one I grab when I’m home. Your original review of the P07 is the reason I got my first one 8 years ago

    • @covertguy1575
      @covertguy1575 10 місяців тому +1

      They only discontinued the .40, the OD green and the suppressor height sight and extended barrel version. The P-07/09 in standard black are still being imported.

  • @CowboyFate
    @CowboyFate 10 місяців тому +7

    I carry a walther pdp 4" daily and I absolutely love the gun, but there is one small complaint I have. I LOVE the grip and the stipling on it, but it isn't the most comfortable to carry at times. The stipling is great but it's pretty rough on the skin while carrying.

  • @ReubenOaks84
    @ReubenOaks84 10 місяців тому +7

    My next purchase is going to be a Walther PDP, the full size 18rd 4.5in barrel.

  • @mike_wellington_
    @mike_wellington_ 8 місяців тому

    I cannot tell you how happy I was that the Shield Plus made the list and it was #1. I was watching the whole video and was going crazy hoping it would be on here. I will tell you the second I picked one up and put it in my hand, it felt so right and HAD to have it. The fitment in your hands with the texture, weight, sights, magazine options, option to get a version with or without a slide safety, version of optic ready or not, how HARD this thing goes down range. Everyone I’ve ever let shoot the Shield Plus fell head over heels for it. The gun should almost be in his “top 10 for $350” guns. This gun regularly goes on sale or has a rebate for money back or sends you a few magazines. I picked my no slide safety version up WITH TAX for $418. Comes with a 10 and 13 round mag. You have to get this gun. You won’t regret it.

  • @stevefisher2121
    @stevefisher2121 10 місяців тому +1

    Now that's one hell of a list!!!!!! So glad you included the Walther - such a great pistol.

  • @jessesando8582
    @jessesando8582 10 місяців тому +17

    I was able to setup a TP9SC with Canik's conceal carry optic (MO1) for $500. Considering they give you a holster and a good optic mounting system out of the box, that's a pretty solid deal.

    • @blackghost1791
      @blackghost1791 10 місяців тому +1

      How is the holster I've heard mixed things

    • @jessesando8582
      @jessesando8582 10 місяців тому +4

      @@blackghost1791 they're not phenomenal, I mean they're like a $30 holster, but they function fine. They come setup for OWB, but what most people don't realize is that you can swap the clips around and have an appendix holster. In that configuration it worked just fine for me.

  • @stanthebamafan
    @stanthebamafan 7 місяців тому +4

    I’m a big PDP fan. It’s definitely in the top tier of pistols at its price range. Never seen one under $500. They’re typically $630-650 for the regular and an extra $100 for the pro. By the way, I would recommend the pro for most people. They give you around $500-600 worth of upgrades for $100.

  • @camerondawson9205
    @camerondawson9205 10 місяців тому

    thanks for the great video’s man, love the channel !

  • @richardwaslostjesusfoundme9051
    @richardwaslostjesusfoundme9051 10 місяців тому +2

    I got my PDP the year it came out. Got the compact for 550 and it is still running strong. Great gun. Great company.

    • @lambinos8303
      @lambinos8303 9 місяців тому

      How is it for concealed carry, im worried itll be printing a bunch , im in Florida

  • @michaelponn931
    @michaelponn931 10 місяців тому +30

    As usual, great job! I've been looking into both the Walther and CZ. Maybe, since a lot of these "top ten" videos cover typical conceal carry, you could do similar for rimfire. Many people don't give rimfire enough credit, but I think they're a blast. After all, shooting isn't always about self-defense, it's about having fun too.

    • @pranc236
      @pranc236 10 місяців тому +1

      Im a sucker for anything 22lr. 😂

    • @toynazi
      @toynazi 10 місяців тому

      Get a P10C. Or if you have a little more the PDP 4 inch is a crazy good pistol.

    • @Mittn
      @Mittn 10 місяців тому +1

      PDP

    • @toynazi
      @toynazi 10 місяців тому +1

      @@Mittn I agree. Love both of mine. Also have the PDP F.

    • @Protopious
      @Protopious 10 місяців тому +1

      ​@@toynaziyou like the female grip on the PDPf?

  • @v.german11b
    @v.german11b 10 місяців тому +9

    Excellent selection of affordable carry handguns. My personal favorites: *Walther PDP C, Sig Sauer P365 XMacro TACOPS, Canik TP9 Elite SC, CZ P10 C, and the newly released Hellcat Pro (17+1).*

    • @tyshindeldecker7800
      @tyshindeldecker7800 9 місяців тому

      The x macro is is like 300+ more than the hellcat pro sig is riding off of there military contract to charge people more

    • @v.german11b
      @v.german11b 9 місяців тому

      @@tyshindeldecker7800 You buy what you like and can afford. I love the Sig XMacro TACOPS, albeit I agree it is overpriced. Actually, I am interested in the new Hellcat 17+1.

    • @tyshindeldecker7800
      @tyshindeldecker7800 9 місяців тому

      @@v.german11b I love both guns I’ve shot both but logically I think saving 300+ is nice cuz that’s money for a red dot/light/ ammo with the guns being the exsact same height, width, and length it’s just makes more sense to me

    • @tyshindeldecker7800
      @tyshindeldecker7800 9 місяців тому

      @@v.german11b I’m also pretty sure it’s just a new mag for the hellcat they added two rounds to match sig which works because sigs flush mag stuck out more anyway

    • @v.german11b
      @v.german11b 9 місяців тому

      @@tyshindeldecker7800 As it is, the XMacro TACOPS is a great pistol, but the price should be around $600. The soon to be released Hellcat 17+1 will get my attention.

  • @deeforrest816
    @deeforrest816 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for this guys

  • @shawnjefferds9411
    @shawnjefferds9411 10 місяців тому +2

    Adore is the correct word for how I feel about my PDP C4. When handed to others, the first response is always, "OMG, that grip is incredible!" Its accuracy right out of the box made practicing at 50yards and beyond easy.

  • @KPHVAC
    @KPHVAC 10 місяців тому +4

    Walther PDP and SIG P365x for me! In my area both were a little over $500 but worth it!

  • @mikegriego3671
    @mikegriego3671 10 місяців тому +6

    I almost bought a Walther PDP Full size. But I found a Canik Mete SFX for $70 less, so that's what I went with. 1 yr later, I'm happy with my choice.
    That being said, any of these guns on this list will serve you well.

  • @videodon
    @videodon 9 місяців тому +2

    In that price range, I own both the P365 and Shield Plus, both based upon your reviews. I lean toward the Shield Plus in shootability. Both are great though. Thank you! 😀

  • @sheil07
    @sheil07 10 місяців тому

    Stupendous content! I wish UA-cam gave awards for content quality. You’d win the guntuber editorial award in my book.

  • @jonathanpeterson1
    @jonathanpeterson1 10 місяців тому +3

    M&P9 M2.0 Compact 3.6 I have is great. I bought mine used for around $300. Hasn’t failed me yet.

  • @tonyn152
    @tonyn152 10 місяців тому +4

    Great video. Having shot most of these guns, I totally agree with your list. I own both the Shield plus (my EDC) and recently picked up the Walther PDP-F 3.5 which is just an amazing gun. It's a bit large to be my EDC, but more comfortable and more accurate to shoot than my Shield Plus (which I love). The only personal issue I have with your list is that there is no way I can find the PDP for under $500, as they are going for around $665 - $680 in my area and what I found online. I guess you are lucky with those prices in your area Thanks!

  • @brianb3628
    @brianb3628 10 місяців тому +2

    Good choices!
    I currently own (or have previously owned) everything on this list. Overall, I favor the M&P models. Thanks again!

  • @BDub1201
    @BDub1201 10 місяців тому +1

    M&P 2.0 compact is my edc. Absolutely love the ergos and grip texture. Very accurate as well and I got it for under $400.

    • @ballsack8937
      @ballsack8937 9 місяців тому

      That's the next purchase if I can get a compact mnp in 40 or 45

  • @spookinoff
    @spookinoff 10 місяців тому +4

    Excellent choices! Disappointed to not see the Beretta APX A1 on here. Awesome pistol that's modular, optics ready, with great ergos, trigger, and sights with a street price below $450

  • @gipstetz6720
    @gipstetz6720 10 місяців тому +4

    Great vid HO. Happen to carry the Shield Plus PC. So totally agree with the #1 ranking. Great great carry gun. Love the thing. Ported...Great trigger...Great texture...Up to 15 round magazines...Shoots like a dream. And just got my 3 15 round magazine rebate. Can't beat it!

    • @jessesando8582
      @jessesando8582 10 місяців тому

      Do you find that the porting is worth the loss in velocity / running dirtier? I have owned several comp pistols but porting always seemed to me to be a sacrifice I didn't care to make. My buddy's plus came ported, it gets filthy fast.

    • @gipstetz6720
      @gipstetz6720 10 місяців тому +1

      @jessesando8582 It's a carry gun. All sorts of trade offs. Please don't get caught all up in a bunch of mumbo-jumbo. In what scenario is any of that Really going to matter? Study it all. Try it all. Do What Makes Sense To You. It handles great...it fits great...it shoots great...The Shield Plus PC works Great for me. Maybe not for you.

  • @richardh418
    @richardh418 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for being an honest outlaw.

  • @danfromthesouth5352
    @danfromthesouth5352 10 місяців тому +1

    Shield Plus is absolutely killing it! 10 and 13 round mags out the box, and they sell S&W produced 15rd mags with the extension cover that’s firmly attached to the mag, which gives it the largest grip on a micro pistol that I’m aware of!! Don’t need to worry about printing, then use the 15rd. Worried just a tiny bit about printing, use the 13rd. Worried about printing, use the 10rd! Bought one of these the first week they were on shelves, and it has pretty much replaced ALL my carry guns!!

  • @JimJWalker
    @JimJWalker 10 місяців тому +13

    I absolutely love my 9mm M&P2.0 4.25". However, I did replace the sights as I am not a fan of the 3 white dot style. But, it is an amazing home defense handgun. Plus, I am 6'2" and can appendix carry it without printing.

    • @msquared9605
      @msquared9605 10 місяців тому +2

      A black sharpie on the rear sights can really get the job done for about $2 and 15 seconds of labor

    • @dragonsofthunder
      @dragonsofthunder 10 місяців тому +1

      I carry my M&P 2.0 metal with no issues at all!!! Love it

    • @dragonsofthunder
      @dragonsofthunder 10 місяців тому

      ​@@msquared9605amen

    • @JimJWalker
      @JimJWalker 10 місяців тому

      @@dragonsofthunder Love that Metal look. Nice choice.

  • @ocw5178
    @ocw5178 10 місяців тому +6

    Been dying to get a PDP. Love my P99 AS I've had for 13 yrs, and from everything I see the PDP is even better in almost every aspect.

    • @jessesando8582
      @jessesando8582 10 місяців тому +2

      Before you buy one, try the PDP-F. I have both, but man. I really like the length of pull on the F series, the grip for my medium hands is more ergonomic.

    • @ocw5178
      @ocw5178 10 місяців тому

      @jessesando8582 Oh thanks, good point! Yeah I got smaller hands so that might be an even better way to go.

  • @pattyaksamit5781
    @pattyaksamit5781 5 місяців тому

    you are my favorite gun guy, you are funny, love that you have shot everything you discuss. I bought the Canik TP9 Elite SC a year ago based on your review and I love it. Thank you. 😊

  • @angel__rodriguez4444
    @angel__rodriguez4444 9 місяців тому

    I am a new Gun Owner, and I decided to buy the M&P Shield Plus w/ night sights and optic ready. Really glad it’s one of the best guns in the market right now especially being number 1 on this video!

  • @andychase7693
    @andychase7693 10 місяців тому +8

    I don't think the P-07 has been discontinued. It's still on the CZ website, I've seen them in gun shops and I know someone who bought a new one recently. Now they just need to make an optics ready model.

    • @chrisf247
      @chrisf247 10 місяців тому +2

      Agreed, CZ "discontinues" individual SKUs but continues with the actual gun. P07s are also pretty successful.

    • @2aTommy
      @2aTommy 10 місяців тому +3

      It was the odg frame P07 that got discontinued

    • @n0tthemessiah
      @n0tthemessiah 10 місяців тому +3

      Yeah, it's not discontinued it's just a bit hard to find sometimes. A combination of not making a huge number of them and their popularity. The only thing discontinued was the 40cal version.

  • @762x69
    @762x69 10 місяців тому +4

    'A girl that goes both ways and still sucks' 😅...this is why I have to prewatch your videos before the Missus asks about my dating history from laughing too hard 😂😂😂

  • @Kross8761
    @Kross8761 10 місяців тому +2

    The modularity for the P365 (and other pistols) is fantastic.
    With the new xMacro grio module Sig has kind of created an "ultimate" handgun for the "if you could only have 1" crowd. I can have one of the smallest lightest 9mm handguns on the market (some single stacks are smaller, but theyre single stack AND not modular so they lose points there) and i can scale up to an XL, or an xMacro, or even an "XXL macro" (or ANY combination thereof) all with the same FCU and only one "firearm" purchase.
    With my xMacro setup i can do literally everything a full-size handgun can do, and in less than 30 seconds i can swap to a tiny "base" P365 setup and have something super easy to conceal.
    Literally the only downside I've noticed with mine is the FCU can get hot enough that it's uncomfortable if im shooting A LOT. I truly think that because if the combination of reliability, accuracy, and quality mixed with the modularity of the FCU system i really do think the P365 is the best single gun on the market because it can do everything a handgun might need to do with the proper setup.
    Sig might have unintentionally shot themselves in the foot though because now the P365 is so good and so versatile that there's almost no reason to buy the P320 unless you just want a larger handgun (maybe you have gorilla hands) or if you want a 10mm (which is the only reason I'd buy a 320 anymore)

  • @nopro5433
    @nopro5433 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for Sharing great to see my two favs on top of list 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @Divenity
    @Divenity 10 місяців тому +4

    From what I can tell the P-07 has not been discontinued, just the Urban Grey and OD Green models.

  • @ItzMasonn
    @ItzMasonn 10 місяців тому +7

    PDP has been my carry gun for the last year maybe 2 and cannot be more excited to talk about it. It truly made me enjoy shooting with handguns again. I’m not the best shot with a pistol but I can usually get the job done, but I could never shoot my 365 (standard or XL) as accurate as I could a Taurus G2C, a P229, or a Glock. Idk what it was but the micro 9 just never worked for me. The PDP made me feel like I was a competition shooter. It’s the best thing I’ve gotten in hand and I’m very happy that it’s my do it all gun now

  • @twatts45
    @twatts45 10 місяців тому +1

    I think I've shared this on here before, but I was a big glock guy before I shot the M&P 2.0. I bought the 3.6" and fell in love when I shot it. When my wife shot it she immediately demanded her own for ccw. My mom shot it, and bought a 4" model the next day. We all repaced various glocks with M&Ps. Glock rested on their laurels, and they've been outdone in my opinion.

  • @bayroncastro153
    @bayroncastro153 5 місяців тому

    Thank you for this video really help me with the purchase of my first hand gun

  • @anth5424
    @anth5424 10 місяців тому +3

    The p07 DC- DA/SA is my favorite on this list.

  • @WTFisTingispingis
    @WTFisTingispingis 10 місяців тому +3

    Very good list, I'm thinking of finally taking the plunge and getting a pistol for defense.

  • @DevRel1
    @DevRel1 10 місяців тому +1

    I have a Sig p365 with a XL grip module. Of course i can always do back to the original frame, but I love the larger grip for range and IDPA, I also added a match grade barrel threaded and swapped the trigger and springs it.

  • @Zer0fuks
    @Zer0fuks 10 місяців тому +6

    The APX has been on my list since it released. Still haven't had a chance to get one, yet, but heard nothing but good things about it.

  • @kentgraybeal767
    @kentgraybeal767 10 місяців тому +4

    I absolutely LOVE my PDP.

  • @mikedurand8286
    @mikedurand8286 5 місяців тому

    We currently live in a great buyers market for firearms. You give us excellent options at various price points and explain the value related to each gun. I study several you tube 2A advocates and you are at the top of my list for gun reviews. Please keep up the good work. P.S.- The rural Iowa skyline is beautiful

  • @Jmarley504
    @Jmarley504 9 місяців тому

    Best gun review channel on UA-cam im stamping it now..💯💯 love my glock & canik

  • @HKGunPlay
    @HKGunPlay 10 місяців тому +8

    The pdp is a very nice gun. Very accurate nice trigger. I love the one I bought for my wife. It has the expensive holosun on it and it’s just an easy transition from iron sights for people new to red dots. I everyday carry something smaller or I’d I have one as well. My winter time carry is my custom 19x with the rmr and the timney trigger. I think this is a great list for sure. One gun I haven’t ever had a chance to shoot is the m&p.

    • @ahnubis_OG
      @ahnubis_OG 10 місяців тому

      Did you get the 19X milled for the optics? I have never seen a 19X that was optics ready, only the 19.

    • @HKGunPlay
      @HKGunPlay 10 місяців тому

      @@ahnubis_OG yes I had it milled

    • @HKGunPlay
      @HKGunPlay 10 місяців тому

      @@ahnubis_OG like 200 bucks and this guy does a phenomenal job rmr cut perfect

    • @Protopious
      @Protopious 10 місяців тому

      That's the thing I don't like about Glocks. First thing Id want to do is get a better trigger but I have a strict policy about modifications on carry/duty guns. Then having to pay $200+ to have the slide milled, now your into a $1k Glock, just my opinion though.

    • @HKGunPlay
      @HKGunPlay 10 місяців тому

      @@Protopious I only did it because the color. All my other glocks are stock. I am going to do some stippling myself and just have one really cool Glock. I will probably sell it after while. I just Iike guns and changing them. It’s my hobby

  • @Badmofojay
    @Badmofojay 10 місяців тому +4

    Love my PDP Compact, upgraded it with a Harrington Arms Comp and slapped on a Surefire x300 Ultra. Currently using a Holosun 507 with the Vulcan ACSS reticle. Might swap to a Holosun EPS sight though.

    • @nicholaskuzmak6574
      @nicholaskuzmak6574 10 місяців тому

      I have a 507 on my PDP with the ACSS and love it.

  • @douglasstrickland8916
    @douglasstrickland8916 9 місяців тому

    Totally enjoy watching your reviews. Trust your opinion. Like that your wife does the video and puts her opinion in as well. You two are GREAT!!! 👍💪🇺🇸

  • @alechopkins2673
    @alechopkins2673 10 місяців тому

    I love watching Honest Outlaw shoot a shield plus lol makes me smile everytime i clip it to my belt.

  • @mrrockguy9311
    @mrrockguy9311 10 місяців тому +6

    I agree with you, it's a shame there is not more love for the DA/SA pistols. People think I'm crazy for carrying my steel frame/steel slide IWI Jericho mid size but I enjoy the "junk" protection that comes from a DA pistol. Granted, after watching your videos I do plan to get a pair of subcompacts being the Masada Slim and P-10S because I can't choose one over the other.

    • @SPARTANLuis067
      @SPARTANLuis067 9 місяців тому +2

      Hell yeah brother, I carry the full size 941 R. I probably shoulddd get a smaller carry... But the Jericho is way too cool to swap lol

    • @mrrockguy9311
      @mrrockguy9311 9 місяців тому

      @SPARTANLuis067 if you can carry it and not print, why not right. And I can agree, the Jericho has too much sex appeal. Practical carry? Dependant on the size of the individual and the belt they wear. Me being 6' (more lankey than I'd like), it works with proper clothing and a good belt. It's the most proficient handgun I own so it makes the most sense to daily carry. Hope to change that in the future with some true subcompacts.

  • @markchristy9704
    @markchristy9704 10 місяців тому +7

    I take issue a little bit with the P365 listed as an "under $500" gun. Best I've seen it for is $499.99. I suppose, technically that makes it under $500, but the only way to get that price (that I've seen) is online which means there will be an FFL transfer fee on top of taxes. If you're finding the P365 and Walther PDP for under $500 out in Iowa, maybe it's time for me to move.

  • @LocoJoker-tm5bg
    @LocoJoker-tm5bg 10 місяців тому

    Helpful tips thank you

  • @prestonmitchell7223
    @prestonmitchell7223 10 місяців тому +2

    The SC Canik is the first hand gun I bought and I love it❤❤❤