Posted: 1/4/2019 2:26:15 PM EST If you want something optics ready and threaded barrel out of the box, FN. Right off the bat, all six test guns have polymer frames and steel slides. They will go to ATEi so Doug can work his magic sinking a red dot as far into the slide as possible. What AAC can? I am sure this is a question that you are asking yourself if you happen to own an FN 509 already, the answer is yes you can swap slides around. The guns included the FN 509, Glock 17 Gen5, Heckler & Koch P30, Sig Sauer P320 Full-Size, Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 and the 5-inch-barreled Walther PPQ M2. GCBHM ... FN is a nice gun, but compares more to the P320 carry rather than the compact where as the CZ is extremely close to the Glock 19. Customary Metric . I can't say that I fell in love with it instantly but I'm getting used to it. FN also used the yellow reduced power spring that ships with the FN 509 Tactical to make the pistol easier to rack. Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more. ReX hasn’t tried to reinvent the wheel with the Rex Delta. AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own. Some of the evolutionary updates were carryovers from the Tactical, while others, such as the improved trigger shoe, were brought into the mix. With over 1,200 rounds down range with the FN 509 Midsize and not a single malfunction, I can say that the Midsize is every bit as reliable as the standard FN 509. FN brought its latest pistol, the MRD Compact 509, to SHOT Show showing off its optics ready style and blackout iron sights. If you are curious if there is a threaded barrel that works with the Midsize for suppressors or compensators, you are in luck. From beginner to intermediate … I really wish that either FN included a one or two more mags from the factory or more preferably, dropped the price of the mags to the low to mid $30 range. Both of these guns are modified versions of Glock and FN Herstal Modular Handgun (MHS) submissions. Compare the dimensions and specs of Glock G19x and FN 509. Gen 4 Glock 19 ships with 3 magazines. They take STANAG mags. Black will be released soon. The FN has taken what was great about the market leader in this category, the Glock 19, and improved on it nearly across the board. by Gun News Daily. What happened to the right pin area of your G19X? Iâve been leaning towards the 509T but have still be split down the middle mostly. So that will be my next handgun and I say that as a guy who really enjoys his other three modified glocks. I buddy picked up a FN 509 and I had a chance to shoot it. FN 509: I’ve been looking forward to shooting the FN 509 since it came out. My last G19.5MOS will be the Glock 9mm host with the same sight setup also. With the flatty installed the trigger weight was now 4 pounds 6 ounces with a much smoother takeup, more positive wall, crisper break, and shorter reset. The zippered pistol case is the same one that FN has been shipping for some time, same with the lock. VS. FN . looks like the pin is too far out or you have the longer pin in. Using Brownells prices, the FN 509 M should come out to $559 on Brownells, $20 less than the Standard 509.A Glock 19 with metal sights is $599.99 as a point for comparison. The 509 Midsize will, of course, most often be compared to the GLOCK 19 Gen5 which is also an excellent gun. I have two gripes about the FN 509 Midsize, the first being magazine cost. I’m a big guy but for some reason tend to shoot smaller guns better. If you want the other option that will take more time and money (threaded barrel and slide milling) but has a near endless aftermarket, then Glock. Patrick is a firearms enthusiast that values the quest for not only the best possible gear setup but also pragmatic ways to improve his shooting skills across a wide range of disciplines. Messages: 202 Likes Received: 143 Gender: Male Location: Brazil. I should have tried it before I mounted my RMR but I imagine it would work, the other differences are not that great dimensionally aside from the threaded barrel. 509. FN 509 Review – Accuracy I did a walk back drill with the 509 Midsize starting at 25 yards, with a goal of making it to 50 yards without missing a C-Zone steel target. I just bought a 509 Tactical mainly because it was red dot and suppressor ready. I really enjoyed reading about FN 509 … While you might not think this is a big deal, it can cause serious damage to your firearm. FN is a name that has heavily impacted the military world for decades . These features on the Glock 19x make it comparable to the FN 509 tactical. These features on the Glock 19x make it comparable to the FN 509 tactical. I do know that the PDP Pro is extremely accurate in other guns that I have shot it in, but over a 1″ improvement at 25-yards is nothing to sneeze at. All of that said, I fully intend to buy at least one FN 509 Midsize, possibly two since I like the idea of having a duplicate of my carry gun. The Glock 26 comes with 10-round magazines. You owe it to yourself to shoot both. FN 509 vs Glock 19 Concealed Carry. Compare the dimensions and specs of Glock G19 and FN 509 Compact Tactical I’m … I did have one failure to extract in maybe the first 500 rounds, otherwise it's been reliable. With the FN 509 Midsize and FN 509 Tactical in black, customers will now have four additional FN options in the 9mm striker-fired category to choose from. So, the question has been quite wide and controversial. “When customers pick up the FN 509 in comparison to other striker-fired 9mm’s, they instantly notice the ergonomics, premium finishes and price point that is competitive. Maybe? Quite frankly, any complaints about this weapon (manufacturing deficiencies notwithstanding) strike me as disingenuous, as I personally have not experienced a gun that I have taken to as quickly as the FNS-9. Once I had about 600 rounds through the gun and had function checked it, I sent a message to my friend Jon at PHLster and asked him if he had a Spotlight I could buy for the FN 509. Discussion in 'Knives, Gear, Guns And Other Tools' started by Bruno_GO, Mar 29, 2018. If FN pistols were all they were cracked up to be, they would be carried by more LE Agencies. This can cause the slide rails to bind in the slide as well as cause damage to the ejector. The Glock 19 MOS Gen 5 came in at $1,171.96, nearly $60 more than the FN 509 Midsize MRD. The 509 Midsize will, of course, most often be compared to the GLOCK 19 Gen5 which is also an excellent gun. The reshaped fence around the mag button means that the FN 509 Midsize can use the standard 509 mag release without the issues some saw on the standard. I've owned the Glock since 1993 and it was recently replaced by the FNX (bought last March) after much … With 509 mags north of $40, that is going to be offputting to most consumers. The guns included the FN 509, Glock 17 Gen5, Heckler & Koch P30, Sig Sauer P320 Full-Size, Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 and the 5-inch-barreled Walther PPQ M2. ARCHIVED; Posted: 11/20/2018 11:53:54 PM EST I'm not in a rush but eventually I'd like something that will be a nice suppressor host. Special Links & Coupon Codes FN 509 Apex Flat Faced Trigger My friends, I'm about to get my first carry PISTOL (I'm a revolver guy). This doesn't happen with my sig 226 or Glock 19 when shooting suppressed. You also get a second magazine and a sticker. Trying to choose between the FN 509 Tactical and the Glock 45. Glock 44. They also both come with accessory rails for attaching lights and lasers. It comes with an ambidextrous slide stop. Besides the 509, FN makes the FNX-9/40, FNS-9/40c, FNX-45, FNX-45 Tactical, FN 5.7, FN PS-90 and FN-2000. Absolutely no problems, just for info they don't list the 509T (or didn't, maybe now they do) so I just emailed them that it was a T and the differences. The FN will likely have been replaced a few times. The FN costs anywhere from $25 to $60 less, has better ergonomics and a better trigger. Let's look at the All NEW FN 509 Tactical and some of the Custom Mods that I have on it and see if it's better than the Glock 19 Gen 5 MOS & Glock 45. Either way I’ll be probably modding/milling and putting a red dot on. In this video the brand new FN 509 will be compared with a RMR'd Glock 19x. Everything else seems to be the same as the original, and it should be possible to put the top half of a 509 Tactical onto the Midsize frame or use the 17 round mags for the 509 and FNS-9 if you don't mind them … As I mentioned, most of my shooting with the FN 509 Midsize has been at 25-yards and most of it has been about what I would expect from a modern service pistol, with the group below being the exception. In this video the brand new FN 509 will be compared with a RMR'd Glock 19x. Both good handguns only down side to the FN is aftermarket support compared to Glock. I do want to mention my largest gripe about the gun, the lack of FN’s excellent optics mounting system. Seriously, the guy is a wizard. I find the factory trigger to be rather shootable but do like the Apex more if given the choice. I do wish that FN included a tool for this as many won’t have a punch that is long enough or a punch at all. My point of reference and primary gun is a Glock 19.5. He values truthful, honest information above all else and had committed to cutting through marketing fluff to deliver the truth. I can’t get my hands on a midsize to try, but everyone seems to love them. Once the holster is on, you would never know I was carrying a 4″ gun with 16-rounds of 124 +P Federal HST with a 15-round reload. Compare Views. Just add a MRDS. The stock trigger after a single 200-round range trip was only 5 pounds 6 ounces, hardly heavy. First, why do I think the FN 509 M has a strong chance at competing with the well established Glock 19? Quite frankly, any complaints about this weapon (manufacturing deficiencies notwithstanding) strike me as disingenuous, as I personally have not experienced a gun that I have taken to as quickly as the FNS-9. It's here , the comparison of the current 'mid-size' carry segment king, Glock 19, and an up & coming attempted coup make, the FN 509 M. Who will win the throne? Mine are all Lancers. I really like the FN 509 Midsize a lot, but I have been a fan of the 509 platform since the first time I got the gun on the range and really wrung it out. My biggest complaint is that, especially when shooting suppressed, it gets dirty real fast. I don’t know why, but the FN 509 Midsize really agreed with me on the range. If youâre going to throw a rds on it then the 509 tactical it has the best way to mount one and you donât need locktite. The 10-yard groups were pretty impressive, the best group being on par with most pistols in this segment. The FN 509, HK VP9 and the Glock 26 Thread starter 71velle; Start date Jun 2, 2018; Jun 2, 2018 #1 71velle.223 Rem. The end result is a gun that can take it to any of the best 9mm … Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 16 of 16 Posts. Other 10 round groups at 10-yards were 1.976″ with S&B 124-grain FMJ, 2.135″ with Federal HST 147-grain JHP, and 2.773″ with Winchester 9mm NATO 124-grain. I seem to prefer the flat backstrap personally, but you do have the option of a curved one that bulks the grip up a bit for those with larger hands. The FN has taken what was great about the market leader in this category, the Glock 19, and improved on it nearly across the board. Normally I don’t do accuracy testing since it isn’t really telling without a Ransom Rest and every type of ammo you can find, but what the heck. The fact remains that it is a pistol that has far better features than the Glocks I normally gravitate towards, shoots better, and frankly has a better aftermarket trigger option than anything that I have felt on the Glock platform. Early in January 2019, FN dropped the 509 Midsize, giving it all the same features the FN 509 Standard has—but in a size most closely compared to the Glock 19. Either way I’ll be probably modding/milling and putting a red dot on. A challenger appears. The fact that FN had built a pistol with a capacity of 17-plus-1, and yet smaller (in most respects) than a Glock 19, was impressive. It isn’t like it would have been hard to do since the FN 509 Tactical Black was introduced at the same time (I decided I didn’t want to review a new color) and all they really needed to do was pop the non-threaded barrel on the tactical slide. Magazines for the FN 509 are slightly more expensive than the CZ P10c magazines as well. What most people are going to focus on is the shorter frame, and rightly so. The Glock 19x has been modified by ATEI with froward serrations and an RMR Pro cut. One of the most important changes to the pistol is a redesigned frame that is not only shorter but also addresses the complaints that some had with the FN 509 Standard’s sometimes stiff magazine release. I fully expect the pistol to street for about what the Standard 509 is currently selling for, if not a few dollars less. But the 45 finally checks all the right boxes for me. I just so happen to have an Apex FNS trigger that I hadn’t installed in my early run FN 509 Standard and figured what the hell, why not. G19 Gen5. Using an apples to apples comparison, the comparable FN model with standard sights if fifty bucks cheaper. Instead of two SHOT releases, they could have and probably should have had three, if not four had tan also been an option for the Tactical Timmys out there. The Glock 19x has been modified by ATEI with froward serrations and an RMR Pro cut. If you can, compare a 509 to an FNS. 19 Posts #11 • Jun 16, 2011 (Edited) I have both the Glock 19 (2nd gen) and a few months old FNX 9. Way more holster options for Glock.... Thereâs also holster support for the 509 already. Putting a mid-size slide on a full size slide is hardly ground-breaking. U.S.A. –-(Ammoland.com)- FN has launched a new version of the FN 509, this time in a midsize package that will compete directly with the Glock 19. What do y’all say and what input do you have? While the size is something that should be mentioned, it isn’t noticeably larger. This really depends on what your goals are. VS. FN . The fact remains that it is a pistol that has far better features than the Glocks I normally gravitate towards, shoots better, and frankly has a better aftermarket trigger option than anything that I have felt on the Glock platform. Hey guys. Instead it has concentrated on producing a great value handgun that does everything you want, when you want, and nothing more. The FNS-9 Compact is $599 for the standard sight model and $649 for the night-sight configuration. Messages 1,138 Reaction score 1,086 Location Rochester. Glock … The 509 series of pistols use either the baseplate of the magazine or the spacer sleeve to prevent over insertion. I guess it isn’t much of a surprise that when FN introduces the pistol that I was longing for from the start, I am going to like it. simply put because I am a shorter guy that has less vertical real estate to stuff a gun. All Rights Reserved. While you can use Glock Model 19, 17, and even 33-round magazines in the Glock 26, it’s a utilitarian solution, not an elegant one. Striker-Fired Compact Pistol . We reviewed the Apex FN 509 trigger a while back, you can read it here. From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm. No Ransom Rest here, I wanted to know what the gun would so in my hands. I will add to my previous statement FN has terrible CS. I do have 1,200 rounds through the gun though, so at least I can tell you what I think of the pistol. AR15.COM is the worldâs largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types. In the past, I would struggle with keeping the gun from printing as a result of the full-size grip. Sadly I only had 10 rounds of it left, I would have liked to shoot more of it to see if it was a fluke with this gun. I will caution the use of 17 or 24-round magazines in the FN 509 Midsize at this time. Round count? If you want something optics ready and threaded barrel out of the box, FN. I am saying that if you think the barely changed basic 1980s designed Glock is the top of the food chain, you should go to rent more guns at your local range and shoot more. Striker-Fired Compact Pistol *Buying ammo from LuckyGunner.com helps support HandgunHero. Why? Truthfully I would have preferred a holster that was no longer than the gun, preferably for a Streamlight TLR-7. The HK and Walther pistols use 15-round magazines while the rest use 17-round magazines. The U.S. Army chooses based upon what the U.S. Army thinks is important. Or, you can spend the same amount, but get tritium night sights if you choose the FN model. The Fn 509 Midsize is currently available at FN dealers and carries an MSRP of $649, a bit cheaper than the 509 Standard’s MSRP. The handgun looks and feels extremely durable. Then again, the 509 has fewer aftermarket choices, though there are more available all the time. So basically this comes down to a FN 509 or Glock 45/19X debate. While the holster is a bit longer than I prefer, the gun carried well and I didn’t have much issue concealing it thanks to the shorter grip. The PHLster was a natural choice since I normally carry a Glock 19 with a TLR-7 in a Spotlight (If you would like to read the PHLster Spotlight review it can be found on Firearm Rack) with an Ares Gear Aegis Enhanced belt. Will one of the king's brothers step in to hel Midwest Gun Works has lots of parts for the 509. In the “No Rounds Non-Review” I broke down the next nearest competitor, the Glock 19 Gen 5 … 509 Midsize. Same 4″ barrel, same glow in the dark metal sights, same trigger. The 509T doesn't fit due to the rear sight wings and/or MRDS. By all accounts, the FN 509 is a boringly reliable pistol. No worries though, FN tells me that they see similar lifespans on the two spring weights as long as you are shooting ONLY +p ammunition. Facing In; Back-to-Back ; Facing Up; Back … I ordered a non-ambi mag release for my standard 509 from them and it arrived very fast. I’m not saying sell your Glock. The FN 509 MRD and Compact are identical in capacity and near-identical in size to the Glock 19. Both of these guns are modified versions of Glock and FN Herstal Modular Handgun (MHS) submissions. Both groups shown below were shot unsupported, in a standing position. No problems and I had them in a couple weeks. At some point, I'd definitely like to get a better trigger on it at some point if one exists. The Modular Handgun contest was good to civilian shooters. It's the FN 509 Midsize, which is just a 509 9mm with the grip frame and magazines shortened a bit to make the pistol the size of a Glock 19 instead of a 19X. Does the FN 509 Midsize have a chance at taking on the champ? We got the Sig Sauer XM17, the Glock 19X and the FN 509. It's really a great alternative to the Glock 19! FN 509 – $550; Glock 19 Gen 5 – $575; Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 – $550; Sphinx SDP – $799; Now, that’s not to say that each doesn’t have awesome characteristics and, in no way shape or form, am I saying the Sig P320 is superior to these guns. Specifications: FN 509 … Manufacturer pricing for the Glock 26 Gen 4 is $649. I think so. The CZ has a better trigger, IMO, and the grip has a really aggressive texture. You can find the rest of his work on FirearmRack.com as well as on the YouTube channel Firearm Rack or Instagram at @thepatrickroberts. I don't think Silencerco did anything different to the previous made SWR can. Of all factory mounting systems, this is the best. The FN 509 was an impressive gun, but I’m a DA/SA kinda guy unless something catches my eye and the FN 509 Tactical has caught my eye. You can see hints of the Mossberg MC1sc, FN 509 and the other best compact handguns on the market. The best group was shot with Precision Delta PDP Pro 124-grain JHP at 3.163″. I do like that FN is providing a soft case with their newer pistols. Yearly Shot Winner. Key Point: Check out the FN 509. The overall length of both is right at 7 inches, while the width of each also match closely, with the Glock … I also shot another guys VP9 and my G26. While I will talk more about it in the shooting section, the pistol no longer feels oversprung with 115-grain ammunition like the Blaser Brass Black Pack ammo I have a ton of. And we just don't see that, at all. Will one of the king's brothers step in to hel. I’m a big fan of the 509’s front slide serrations [ED: available on the GLOCK’s 2017 “Summer Specials”]. Striker-Fired Full-Sized Pistol *Buying ammo from LuckyGunner.com helps support HandgunHero. I can’t get my hands on a midsize to try, but everyone seems to love them. There’s your $40 difference in MSRP. In terms of … According to the official numbers from FN and from Glock, the 509 Midsize is 0.01" wider, 0.16" taller, 0.12" longer, and 2.51 ounces heavier than a Glock 19 Gen5. That’s a good thing. G19x. Compare Views. They already make a ALS holster (I don't recall the model but will post it later if needed) for the 509 regular version. I'd get the glock, for no other reason than the Glock will still be a market leader in 10 years and still be supported by aftermarket suppliers. Using Brownells prices, the FN 509 M should come out to $559 on Brownells, $20 less than the Standard 509.A Glock 19 with metal sights is $599.99 … Where the 509 really shined: its grip. Now were are getting the FN 509 Tactical. You know, the cheap stuff. I don’t feel as though I lose any control over the gun with the shorter grip, especially when shooting quickly. Make sure to look into Henry’s Holsters, they are great people and make some seriously good holsters. Some people have had issues concealing the full-size grip of the Standard FN 509, the Midsize frame is only a touch shorter, but makes a world of difference. Trying to choose between the FN 509 Tactical and the Glock 45. FN 509 – $550; Glock 19 Gen 5 – $575; Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 – $550; Sphinx SDP – $799; Now, that’s not to say that each doesn’t have awesome characteristics and, in no way shape or form, am I saying the Sig P320 is superior to these guns. You owe it to yourself to shoot both. Variety is the spice of life. You will see why the 509 was born. The FN 509 M starts to step away from the standard FN 509 when you look at the shorter frame with some enhancements, 15-round magazines, a reduced power recoil spring, and the same slide release found on the FN 509 Tactical. If magazines were cheaper, the FN 509 MRD might replace my Glock 19 as my main carry gun. I have all the guns you mentioned. We are $40 cheaper on the FN 509 M, throw in a mag and you are within a few dollars of the Glock and get real ambi-controls, forward serrations, and a nice zippered case. That said, I spent a metric ton of time at the range shooting B8 repair centers at 25-yards using as many ammo types as I could find in my stash. By all accounts, the FN 509 is a … Bruno_GO Member. The magazine is nearly identical, the only difference being the mag spring length, baseplate, and length of the magazine body. FN accomplished this by reshaping the fence around the magazine button so it is easier accessed. Other pistols have been in the position to overtake Glock but have had their fair share of problems, I don’t think that will be an issue with the FN 509 Midsize. If you have to deal with them for anything they are nothing like Glock. If you want the … Comparing the Tactical and regular FN 509 vs Glock 19 for concealed carry might not be the best comparison as it’s much closer in size to the Glock 17, Glock 45, or Glock 19x. FN 509 vs Glock 19 gen5 vs M&P 2.0 Compact. 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It's here , the comparison of the current 'mid-size' carry segment king, Glock 19, and an up & coming attempted coup make, the FN 509 M. Who will win the throne? One of the things that I feel the FN 509 series did exceptionally well was slide serrations. FN 509 vs CZ P10. Best 9mm Sidearm Pistol Contenders. The FNX 9 has been more reliable than my Glock 19. Not only does it check all the boxes and then some, but it is also built by a brand that has just as much attention from LEOs as Glock does. I've had around 500 - 700 through my FNX without any malfunctions using mostly teflon lead reloads while my Glock 19 normally jams with the same ammo. SIG P320 vs Glock 19. I’m not saying buy an FN. FN 509 Review – Accuracy I did a walk back drill with the 509 Midsize starting at 25 yards, with a goal of making it to 50 yards without missing a C-Zone steel target. Striker-Fired Compact Pistol . This gun was not your typical FN pistol; in fact it looked more like FN and Sig had worked together to design a Glock 19. Like previously mentioned, this is because magazine over-insertion is prevented with the floorplate or spacer sleeve. Had a nice touchy/feely get acquainted session last night. I know gen 5 threaded barrels options are practically non-existant so far, but eventually that will change. Handgun Search; Tabletop Compare; Contribute; Contact; Glock . Federal 147-grain HST JHP produced a 4.395″ 10-round group at 25-yards, Blaser Brass 115-grain gave me a 4.895″ group at 25-yards, and the 124-grain S&B being the worst at 5.083″ at the 25-yard line. L or S? Thanks for the help so far guys. Could I be a bit bias? [ARCHIVED THREAD] - FN 509 / Tactical or Glock 45/19X, https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7857/32715561448_70bf06eaf3_b.jpg, https://www.midwestgunworks.com/page/mgwi/prod/66-100108-2. My point of reference and primary gun is a Glock 19.5. Surprisingly, the 1.725″ group was shot with 115-grain Blaser Brass Black Pack ammo. Do the FNs still have squishy, collapsible, rubber like grip/magwells like the fnx .45? More on that in the conclusion. Really liked it, but don’t need all the Tactical upgrades, so I’m thinking to put some funds intended for a M&P to a 509 or Midsize instead. Everything else that I shot through the 509 M produced good, but not as stellar groups. The 509 was not big and boxy, but simple and compact. Considering the cost difference, the clear value is the CZ P10c vs the FN 509. That said, there already is a great trigger on the market and more stuff coming out fast for the FN pistols. Overwatch TAC trigger? I like the FN 509 also, but am sceptical that it will over take the G-19 as the best selling pistol in the free world. I've haven't used the mag that came with it in ages. Internally the new Midsize is identical to the full-size pistol and retains full parts compatibility. The good news is that Henry’s Holsters is currently finalizing an FN 509 holster that not only mimics the Spotlight in many great ways but also has the potential to be better for me personally because of the shape of the built-in wedge Andrew uses. Compare the dimensions and specs of Glock G19 Gen5 and FN 509 Midsize. The Octane, terrible on blowback. From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm. Once I function checked the FN 509 Midsize with the Tactical slide and barrel, I swapped slides since I prefer a red dot on my carry gun. Some of the evolutionary updates were carryovers from the Tactical, while others, such as the improved trigger shoe, were brought into the mix. The SIG P320 Compact has very similar dimensions as the Glock 19. If I was making this decision, Iâd personally go for the G45. The U.S. Army chooses based upon what the U.S. Army thinks is important. I've had around 5,000 rounds on my Glock and it sometimes even jams on FMJ reloads. There are some other things to consider like the much larger Glock aftermarket and magazine costs, but for professional users, those won’t be much of a factor. Had one empty space in my pistol rack so I filled it yesterday with a new FN 509. I personally prefer the FN 509. I say this as my p320c has a 5lb 6oz trigger … Then again, the 509 has fewer aftermarket choices, though there are more available all the time. Get the 509T. Facing In; Back-to-Back; Facing Up; Back View; Choose … All of that long-term testing that I have done with both the FN 509 Standard and the Tactical models apply to the Midsize, I expect the same kind of performance without question. I had KT Mech build me two 509T holsters. The majority of kydex makers are flexible enough that they can accommodate the differences, just ask.. 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