Canik TP9

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Milesandrews

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Hey everyone, new here. I've read quite a bit of stuff on this site though and you all seem nice and knowledgeable, so I'm glad to be a part!

My local gun store has Canik TP9s on sale New for 329$. I'm looking at the single action version without the decocker. Thinking about picking one up, haven't even went in to look at them or hold them yet, which I know I need to do. Just was wondering if anyone has any experience with them or not.

Also, they have smith and Wesson snub noses on sale for 349$. Thinking of getting a model 637. I know they're two completely different guns, but I'm torn on which one to get. I already have two 9mms, and no 38 specials, so it'll be nice being able to stick with one caliber, but I'm drawn to the revolvers.


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I've fired a range-rental TP9 SA (the one with the "instant paperweight" decocker button ;)) and was quite impressed with its accuracy and reliability. That said:
  • It is BIG, particularly in grip height, which is generally the main factor that causes a gun to "print" under a shirt. This is the type of pistol that you really need a coat or jacket to conceal.
  • I have general reservations about buying Turkish firearms right now due to the volatile political situation in that country.
  • The short 4# trigger—while quite conducive to accuracy—is IMHO too light for a SD/HD handgun without a manual safety. This is a matter of personal opinion, and that's mine. :)
Re: the S&W Model 637, that's a good price on a quality revolver, and it's certainly easier to conceal than the TP9, but keep in mind that lightweight snubbies are categorically difficult to shoot well. This makes it a poor choice for a range gun. Also, the ability to fire single-action is arguably of limited utility for self-defense, and the hammer spur can snag on clothing or interfere with the draw; a Model 642 (DAO) or Model 638 (fully shrouded hammer) might be a better choice unless you're planning on having the hammer bobbed. Many dealers sell the 637/638/642 interchangeably for the same price; AFAIK they have the same MSRP. Lastly, keep in mind that if you don't handload, the TP9 shoots less expensive ammo.
 
Who's talking about concealed carry? OP didn't say he wanted to CC the TP9. It's a full size if I'm not mistaken and best compared with a Glock 17. Nobody is conceal carrying a big gun like that unless you're wearing a jacket w/ shoulder holster, and even then, why??

The TP9 intrigues me as well. I like having guns from various regions, so perhaps simply having a Turkish gun appeals to me.... even better if political issues become a concern. Value of the guns will go up, as Russian guns did back in the cold war and post cold-war era.
 
If you just want the gun with nothing more in mind other than you want it....hey, I'm with ya, out of the guns I own only two were purchased with a purpose in mind, the rest were just because I like them.
Now if that is the scenario and it were my money, give me the 637 over the Canik? I am a revolver fan myself.
 
I picked up a Canik TP9SF on Good Friday for $329 and so far I like it. I also have a S&W 642, which is an Airweight snubby that similar in size to the 637 but without the hammer. Different animals all together.

The Canik is a fun range gun. It has some take up on the trigger, but the break is crisp and clean. Mine is also accurate and for the price I think it's a good pick up.

The 642 is a point and shoot gun that's typically used for carry. It's great for CCW, but not a very fun range gun. I have larger hands and with the 642 my last two fingers are barely touching the grip, so it's jumpy in my hands when using +p 38 ammo.

For range fun only I'd stay with the Canik.
 
Canik TP comes with 2 18rd mags, a mag loader, holster, and cleaning rod. All in a hard shell case.
Buds has 3 models. SF- no decocker SA=-with decocker. V2 = shorter bbl and decocker.
They come in 2 colors black or tan.
Made in Turkey.
 
I have an SA. I have big hands and like the feel. It runs American Eagle, Federal and Hornady Duty flawlessly. It won't run with cheap Blazer though.
It shoots a little high which is fine for me because I'm a 6 o'clock holder. Awesome reset and the best striker fired trigger I've ever shot. Check out Hickok's video.

Steve
 
Canik Range Results



I let my son and my brother-in-law shoot 3 different 9mm Glocks and my Canik. Both of them bought their own Caniks.

I tested my Canik with 9 different 9mm loads. The above target shows the results.

Mark aka BubbaBlades
 
For a full size pistol, they are a STEAL at the price. Sounds like the TP9 SF you are looking at. I have shot it a couple of times (in the desert tan, looks sweet) and it is on my list of "to buys". Its accurate, easy to shoot, reliable, great magazines, awesome capacity, has a rail for a light/laser/bayonet. Good stuff!
 
I own a Canik TP9 SF which is the one you are interested in. I don't have a whole lot of rounds through it but the more I compare it with other similar purpose handguns in similar price ranges the more I'm convinced that it is an amazing price. accuracy is not super great but I've definitely owned less accurate handguns(the first generation Canik TP9 was horrible in that regard). other than that, it's quite large and heavy, but both of those contribute to a very light recoil impulse. the trigger is actually very nice, it doesn't break as clean as the Ruger SR series, but is lighter. it is also lighter than the S&W M&Ps, Springfield XDM, and XD-S, and is not all that spongey. I have yet to have a failure of any kind, although like I said, I'm still at a fairly low round count. I have fed it a mixture of sellier and bellot 115gr round nose, and 147gr sub sonic hollow points. ergonomics are amazing for my needs(yours may vary), and 18 round capacity is slightly above industry average.

I am not a revolver guy and I personally think S&W is an entirely over rated manufacturer, for the durability and quality of their products, two factors that would have me personally scrambling for the TP9SF. also, there's no need to stockpile a new caliber(if you're into that sort of thing). 9mm all the way down the line makes things simple, only have to shop for one cartridge and it's easier to monitor sales. plus 9mm is cheaper. also if I wanted a gun that could shoot 38 special, I'd get a 357 mag instead so that it's like having 2 guns in one(side note on that, if you do shoot 38 out of a 357, clean the gun before loading it with 357 again, you might run into a locked up cylinder otherwise.
 
Went to the range today with my Canik TP9SF for the first time and after putting 100 rounds down the pipe I have to say I couldn't be happier with this purchase. Shot ZVS 124gr, Fiocchi 115gr and WWB 115gr ammo through her and didn't have one issue with it cycling. I will say that I got real nervous on the first shot as the round was WAY off target, but the second and every other shot afterwards was in the area I was aiming. After the first two mags I could tell she was hitting slightly left, so after a very small front sight adjustment she was dead center. I swapped out to the larger hand swell and the gun felt great in my hand. For the money I think this was a great pickup.
 
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