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A Better Polymer Pistol?

steyrarms.pngSteyr has been making guns for military / police agencies all over the world for more than 150 years. The first semi-automatic pistol ever adopted by a military was a Steyr.

 

Steyr pistols provide superior ergonomics, very low bore-axis, sub-5 lb/short reset triggers, fully supported chambers, and a unique trapezoidal (steel) sighting system. The quality of components, engineering, construction, and finish work on these pistols is amazing. Steyr pistols may be the best and most overlooked striker fired polymer pistols available!

 

If you want something different, less expensive, and arguably better- give Steyr a try! 

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SAI-M9A1-9MM — Pistols created since 1912, in the house of STEYR MANNLICHER, are famous all over the world for their futuristic design, superb ergonomics, absolute safety, and extraordinary precision. 

 

The new M-A1 pistol line continues this tradition, while featuring many detailed innovations. 

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SAI-C9-A1-9MM — Finally, the compact features of the S-A1 series with the full size grip of the M-A1 series has been blended to make a new compact carry pistol.

 

Features

Ergonomical improved grip with picatinny rail, Low profile grip and virtually no muzzle climb, Trapezoidal sights

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Um, how come no K-VAR sales to NJ? (not taking into account this is a douchy 2nd Amendment state?). :unsure:

 

And how hard are these to do a complete detail strip on?  I know this is also supposedly a Wilhelm Bubits design (a'la Glock fame), but how does it compare to a Glock detail strip wise? (so easy a trained chiimp could accomplish it :lol: )  I kinda like easy to strip guns (ones (unlike the Walther and H&K polymers) where you need a degree in mechanical engineering first to disassemble). :eek::evil:

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KAVR do you sell Gary's model?

We stock the Steyr M40, but the one pictured appears to have been heavily modified by Springer Precision.  I’m sure they’d be glad to quote a build on your base gun http://www.springerprecision.com

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And how hard are these to do a complete detail strip on?  I know this is also supposedly a Wilhelm Bubits design (a'la Glock fame), but how does it compare to a Glock detail strip wise? (so easy a trained chiimp could accomplish it laugh.png )  I kinda like easy to strip guns (ones (unlike the Walther and H&K polymers) where you need a degree in mechanical engineering first to disassemble). 015.gif016.gif

Yes, the Steyr is a Bubits design that he did as an improvement on the Glock. Steyr’s feature a fully supported chamber, steel sights, steel rear slide rails, and arguably improved ergonomics ,trigger action, fit  and finish.  The quality of machining-  especially on the barrel assembly/feed ramp/locking lug is the nicest I’ve seen.  The Steyr field strips very easily, and is almost identical to a Glock except is uses a take-down lever  instead of the dual pinch points.  The take down lever on the Steyr automatically returns to the lock position when the slide is re-installed so you can’t forget to lock it , and have the slide come off the front of the gun when you run it forward.

      

The compact Steyrs are very nice- about the “goldilocks zone” for 24/7/365 concealed carry.  The “S” is the smallest with an abbreviated slide and shorter frame.  It is slightly larger than a G26/27 – meaning you can actually shoot it ;-).  The “C” model uses the short slide of the “S” paired with a full size frame that allows high capacity in a gun that’s still comfortable to wear seated.

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Sounds like a fascinating little pistol (I wouldn't mind having one of his Caracals in my stable either). :up:

 

Why no sales to NJ though?  Just don't like dealing with the idiotic firearm bureaucracy here? :unsure:

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I already had a S9-A1 (sub-compact). I just picked up the full sized M9-A1 through K-Var. First, ordering through K-Var was a terrific experience. Very helpful over the phone, and the Steyer arrived at my FFL two days from my initial order. Great experience and thank you K-Var.

 

As far as the Steyrs go, these are excellent firearms directly from the factory. I agree with Gary, they are superior to Glocks in every way except for aftermarket support. Steyr also produces the finest factory triggers that I have ever felt on a striker polymer pistol. If you have a chance to fondle one I promise you will be impressed. Couple of pics of the Full size M9-A1 versus the S9-A1, with a Glock 19 thrown in for reference:

 

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Are these available in 357sig?

From what I understand yes the 1st generation were available in 357 Sig, but newer models are not produced in that caliber. You should be able to find them on GB, but be advised the 1st Gens in that caliber are not cheap and were not without problems..particularly with the extractor.

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