Can you amagine a forty years old liberal!! Jagging off three times a day for their entire life!! No wonder their spoon fed ! They can't lift a fork!!! 😮
I’ve had my FNP-9 since 2009. I’ve always liked it. It’s a shame mags aren’t made any longer even aftermarket. Not sure if FN even supports it any longer? At any rate it’s on my night stand because I know it, I have 17 rounds in a gun a bit bigger than a G19 and I like DA/SA. That all said, my P07 is as good with more features and benefits.
I had no idea they stopped making mags for it. That's kind of crazy. That CZ is a nice pistoI I really enjoy shooting my sp-01, it's just a little large for carry. that P07 thu. nicel@@AMXSShirt
@@SuburbanPrepper1776 I wanted one REAL BAD to be my CC!!! I LIKE my FNS 9mmBUTT they abandon models with NO support and $60 mags!!! I hope the REFLEX does better... FEELS GOOD in hand... 1. I wanted an S&W CSX as soon as it came out BUT everyone hated it so I didn;t!!! An all metal 19 0z gun w/ 12 rounds and a HAMMER.... YEP... But it was SO hated on Y/T.... 2. Stayed off the SIG 4 EVER... I watched ALL their problems and kept my Ruger LC9S 3. Bought a BERETTA 92X compact... Just too heavy for my JOB which frowns on CARRY... My carry 4 MY job situation 1. Must be small with a Manual safety 2.Light weight 3. Able to mount a Light/Laser (Sig tricked me here with the SIGRAIL!) 4. RELIABLE with +p+ capability... I want a 9mm with 1 shot stop and I have a bunch of that ammo 5. Accurate 6. Be finished well because I must carry "OFF BODY" in a "work bag Pouch" that other co workers may pick up and sling the Bag around 7. Be Red Dot Ready in case my 54y/o fudd ass decides to come out da cave !!! I went into Academy Sports not planning AT ALL to buy a Gun after 2 overtime weeks on 1 check. I went there to buy ammo for my 22 and 357 but there were 2 associates with NO CUSTOMERS there so I decided to "Windar Shop"! I looked at the Canik Mc9 first, The Ruger Maxx 9 second, The S&W Equalizer and the SHIELD PLUS .... Then I saw the SIG P365X WITH OPTIC READY,MANUAL SAFETY, NIGHT SIGHTS and RAIL (POS SIG PROPRIETARY but I was ignorant then)... I SAID "BAG IT UP"!!!!
@@tommyperez6377 I like it. No issues with accuracy for me. Some round loading issues with 55gr blazer, because thats all I have right now. Budget reasons have prevented me from getting something else. It's a little hard to find iwb holsters, but they are out there and available.
Weaker hands can also come at 72 years old with severe nerve damage in both hands so I do have to have something easier to rack. Don't forget us old disabled guys who still plan to protect themselves and family. Haha.
Chadd can you puhleeeeeease do a video about the demon on your mission that made you find Jesus. I need to hear it man. Need to know how a navy seal can be scared at all let alone so bad you become religious. Please man a detailed detailed video about exactly what the thing did (without divulging info you cannot). Please man love you dude you are an awesome teacher
I believe on Andy Stumpf’s podcast Cleared Hot he told the story pretty decently detailed. Just in case you didn’t know but I agree I would like him to do a detailed video as well.
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Only God's Holy Word is sharp enough to combat against those attacks.
If you've never seen the evil of battle you just won't truly understand. There are things one sees that leave indelible marks on ones soul. Sometimes God says it's not your time yet, but you see your soul leave your body without leaving it.
He's a narcissistic tell all type. Not a TEAM Guy. Always telling and talking about himself. Us old dudes shut up and blend in. Be careful, it's his story...may not be that truth. Hope he comes to the Reunions. We have a NARCISSISTIC TABLE SET UP FOR GUYS Like him and Coggins. I remain your MASTERCHIEF!
I bought this 3 months ago and had the same issues: round stuck and hitting targets to the left. You answered my questions, it needs lube and hold with a slight cant. Thanks brother. God bless you from Knoxville Tennessee 😀
Chadd, dude you always make my day with your videos. I sit and laugh at your ass thru the whole thing! You have a great sense of humor my man!!!! Thank YOU!
Bought a reflex for my daughter. She is petite in size with quite small hands. We shoot a lot on our private range in Texas. She is an avid hunter & shoots full size pistols of varying calibers. The reflex seemed like a good choice for cc. The trigger is a short length of pull & fit her hands well. Trigger is quite nice, better than my upgraded p365. We now have the reflex up for sale due to fail to feed from “limp wristing” This gun has a lot of snap & was impossible for my daughter to cycle a complete mag. Put the p365xl in her hand & it cycled flawless. I am not trying to discount FN nor promote Sig. Just saying buyer beware as I don’t see this reflex as a good weak handed firearm. Good luck!
If its failing to feed and acting like the rim is catching on the slide theres a bit of metal that doesn't need to be there that could be hanging up the rounds mine wouldn't cycle a full mag when I got it same falure to feed each time a few licks with a file and it's my favorite gun .........other than the factory sights
They take forever to wear in but the issue is the lower corner of the extractor catches he round while striping a new round. Wait for it to wear in or file the corner off
I put about 300 rounds through it and mine runs flawless now. But also I used 124grain and not the lighter stuff. It would not go into battery on the last round until I started using heavier rounds. Now all I use in it are 124 or 147.
I’ve got both the mrd & non. Both don’t miss for me inside 50 yards. No issues. LOVE the trigger & there’s a definite break in period of nearly 300 rounds. I’m a hammer fired snob.
Glad for the review, thank you. Yes, I had to switch from a slide pistol to a revolver, the slide was too hard for me...but I have some neurological damage in these old hands! Almost 70 years, these hands have worked. God bless you. Lol, I was for sure it was the gun, not your aim...but for close defense, easy to carry with the 1 shot, would it still be a good defense for an old lady??
The only way to know if it's good for you .see if you local range or store has one to test .some places do .or can't hurt to buy one and play . I got my better half😂 a glock 43x . It fits .biggest thing is how it fits you ...try it.
Go to a well stocked gun store or gun show. Pick each one up that looks like your idea of what your constant companion should look like. You will know when it fits YOUR unique hand “Like A Glove” This is the major consideration, but certainly not the only one. Listen discernfully to some knowledgeable voices, as many as you see fit. (or can stand) If possible, rent one and shoot at a gun range. If I’m there, I’m glad to let you put a box full through one of mine.. free. Best Of Luck!!
I’ve gone down this rabbit hole. I’ve had just about every micro out there and compacts. I’ve settled on the Glock model 30SF. Fits me like a glove, very concealable and doubles as a woods gun loaded with 255grn heavy Hardcast loads. 45acp rocks.
That was some nice shootin,👍 I can't reliably hit with anything past 25 yards anymore, getting old sucks.🤷♂️ And you are correct, it does show up dry as a bone.
The Walther PDP is a very solid pistol. I've bounced between Glock and Walther for my comp guns and general carry. I loved the Q5 models when I used them in local matches.
The point of the smaller mags is printing. I personally have the Hellcat, but thinking about also getting the Reflex because I'm an FN fanboy. Depending on how you carry, the 15 rnd mags print way more. The pinky extensions don't make a huge difference, because it's the back side of the grip that prints. In my Hellcat, I carry with the 11 rnd with pinky extension, and 15 round spare
Thanks for the video Chadd and Tech Guy. Another one that you might want to review is the Canik Mete MC9. Excellent trigger as well (striker instead of hammer).
I bought two, both had consistent jamming problems and failures to feed. Loved it when it ran, but the the failures were too frequent. Not gonna risk my life on this gun. Sold it. That said, I do love FN.
You sure are ornery today son! Lol Folks, don't worry about the price, go get you some barbell jeans and shirts plus hoodies. Chadd is not lying on the comfort level with these jeans. In fact, shirts, shorts and hoodies are awesome 👌 plus you help the channel with sales. Select Chadd on your order form so he can get credit for your purchases. Have a great day all!
Love the video and the practicality. You bring real world into shooting that more of the everyday person can relate to. Don’t know if the reflex is for me, I’ll try it out first at the range. Still edc my Glock 19x, all stock and after 16k rounds, without issues, I know I can trust her. Stay safe and keep the videos coming. I’m def checking out barbell apparel. Sounds like a solid gig to me. Thanks again
I think the MagTechs pointed tip is what causes malfunctions. I've never had a problem with any malfunctions until I started using Magtech ammo. I think the guides dont like it on a lot of pistols.
I have a bunch of magtech ammo- have you noticed it throws shitloads of debris with your shots? Seems to be tons of little shards hitting my targets along with the rounds!!
OK, I just gotta say it. I’ve watched you know you can shoot brother but to watch your face after you missed those two shots that was priceless. Awesome video great production Thanks 🙏
I've had 3 Reflexes (Long story) and all of them had problems. I bought them to replace my G43s. I love the Reflex grip, I love the sights, I love the size, and the trigger is pretty good from the factory. All of them had failure to feed problems. One would have a soft strike about every 3rd round. We tried 5 different types of ammo - Federal, Winchester, Remington and Blazer in both 115 and 124 grain. I had already bought extra magazines, so we had 9 different magazines to try. We put about 300 rounds through each gun. All of them would shoot low left no matter who was shooting it. I put Holosun 507k red dots on 2 of them and I had the elevation up maxed out and it still wouldn't bring the POI up to POA. I put a laser bore sight cartridge in them and it would not line up with the iron sights. It showed low left on all of them. The same laser bore sight lined up perfectly in all of my other handguns. I sold 2 of them and I sent the 3rd one to FN, in hopes that I could at least have one good one. After about 3 months, I got the Reflex back from FN with literally nothing in the box explaining what was wrong nor what they repaired. No shot group target like I've seen other people get back with their Reflex from FN. Nothing at all. The gun had the exact same problems as before I sent it to FN for repair. They fixed nothing. Having owned and shot other FN guns, I was extremely disappointed, not only with the Reflex, but with the customer service at FN. I've watched a lot of videos from people having the same problems with the Reflex and FN is sending all of their guns back with a 3 shot group target and a statement saying there's nothing wrong with their gun. I think the first batch of Reflexes were a good run and those were sent to influencers for review. The following batches have serious quality control issues and FN has taken a stance of zero accountability. We sold the last Reflex about a week ago.
Not sure about the soft strikes but another youtuber confirmed that FN has been shipping these out with the wrong height front sight on them, and they don't want to admit it.
I've had one failure to fire in 500 rds. Multiple failure to feed issues, and it consistently shoots left. All of my feeding issues have been corrected, with many very thorough cleanings, and realizing I was limp writing shots. It didn't help I had elbow surgery 5 weeks before shooting it. Purchased a Shield rmsc because I'm cool like that. In all seriousness, it shoots well now. I do agree that some QC over at FN was lacking on this one.
I opened this video thinking," here we go, another TH-cam cook." Then I became interested as well as entertained. Then I went to your channel. Then I learned who and what you are. Then I subscribed to your channel.
Congressman Wright, When you are elected President. How will you use the government to help keep the media honest? Will you add things to the U.S. Constitution which is needed?
Love the humor. Blake's added commentary made me laugh. By the way, that is not the finish that has a problem. It is just dirt coming off on the finish. The slide is VPN treated on the FDE models. That means it is bonded at the atomic level. It should not wear after any amount of use, so they say. Also, I can't think of any other handgun review where a 70 yard first strike was made, and from a subcompact. Bravo.
When the Reflex first came out I REALLY wanted the FDE MRD model but they were always out of stock. Then I started hearing everyone say that the FDE finish was terrible. By the time they were back in stock I bought the Reflex MRD in black and the finish is really nice. Apparently the bad finish is only on the FDE version
Excellent review Chad, and fun to watch🤣 and I agree with your trigger, slide operation and accuracy assesment. I purchased the MRD version of the Reflex 2 months ago and have put about 600 rds through it. I experienced a few failures to fully chamber the round during the first 50 or so as you did, but I believe it's just a 'wear in' issue. It's run great for the last 500 and I carry it daily. This is my first optic ready pistol and I'm quite a bit slower aquiring the optic vs the sights on my first shot. Got and pointers? (besides practice, practice, practice...)
I quit carrying my g19 over a year ago and went with a sig X macro, it smaller, lighter, reliable and very accurate with 17+1 rounds and a holosun. Very hard to beat it
I’ve been thinking about the X Macro.. Idk know why I feel more comfortable carrying my g19 more than anything else at the moment tho 🤦🏾♂️🤷🏽♂️ I’m just grateful for all the options
I'm not a large man at only 6'1, but I have large hands. I've tried 43, 43x, 365 etc. The 19 slim(48), with shield arms mags, has the smallest grip I seem to be ok with. Not a fan of pinky extensions or mag extensions to fill a grip. I'll keep looking, but the 19 sized guns are the best trade offs currently.
I work out weekly and my hand issue is from tumors that eat my tendons and so far I have had no issue but I can see the benefit to this since my mom had to get a new pistol because she has the same issue and couldnt chamber he last pistol. Plus in a time of distress it could be help get bullets on target faster maybe. Love the channel and a fellow GA boy. To wear that quick is a no go lol
You made me interested in this gun now. I disliked my old FN 509c so much because of the trigger and having mag bite that I figured the Reflex would be the same. But noe I think I'll add it into consideration for my next new carry pistol
I have a Sig P365 X Macro w/TLR light. Werkz makes a nice “M6” IWB holster that fits it well. I was pleased to find out when I put the light on my new Reflex, it also fits that same holster. Always enjoy you guys’ straight-forward (and entertaining) content.
Thanks a lot for your great videos ya’ll 😊 Really enjoy watching them. Great humor as well if I may say so. And big greetings out of Thailand also. Will never be able to own a gun here, but truly enjoy your content.
I will be considering this FN as my Newer addiction for the Addition to my Firearm Family here at the Gunn Dog Inn Cross Hill SC..Thank you Chad Karl Gunn a independent Amsoil dealer .
The Remington RM380 (Rorbaugh copy) is the best pocket gun I've ever owned. I've had about 10 or 12 different pocket 380s. Second best I've owned is the Ruger LCP max.
I get all the rounds in all the mags. Springfield Hellcat RDP 11+1, 13+1, 15+1 ,17+1 ,19+1 with upgraded springs in the big mags. Fn 509 LS EDGE 24+1 and 17 +1.
My oldest boy and I were looking for new CCWs at the gun show a few weeks ago. There were three pistols I wanted to check out and the Reflex was one of them. I found one and loved it, but there was another one that I liked as well that wasn't even on my radar..... The IWI Masada Slim. My boy bought the Reflex and I bought the Masada 9S. I am ready to shoot the Reflex and see if I "need" one of those as well. Haha
Chadd, since you like that Hellcat Pro, TRY THIS: I took a XDm back strap, sanded down, filled and JB welded that biatch on. I used the thinnest of the three, full length grip. Masked everything off. Used zip ties to hold tight til cured. Made sure it's where I want it. Matching the bottom ledge. It's permanent. Experiment first by temporary means. Making that grip flat backed was mistake, IMO. This provides needed swell that puts pressure on my grip side palm that was lacking. Now I don't have to grip it to death, and it points better. Also, the trigger. Harsh after a few hundred for me. First one I've bothered replacing. MCarbo full chooch striker option. Relatively high. But NOW it's the perfect carry I wanted it to be.
I carry a Sig P365 with the 17 round macro mags which gives it a full grip which i like. It has a decent trigger, comes with Sig night sights which are good sights. Its been a pretty reliable and accurate lil pistol for a compaq. But my full suze go to pistol is my Canik TP9 Elite combat. Comes with a fluted threaded barrel, aluminum flat faced trigger which is a amazing trigger with a super short reset. Then next my gen 2 glock 22 . She runs like a champ. Amazingly reliable pistol
Because of your review of the Helcat, I ended up getting one.. everyone else that tries it, first thing they notice is the sites, then the recoil, the down side. But I love how it feels in my 'baby/female" hands..lol
Just went shooting and practicing today. Love the new Glock 21 Gen5 I bought. On target with every shot. My edc is my Glock 43x and I rotate my Sig Sauer P365 X-Macro. 😊
It's easier to rack the slide initially but you still have to pull hard enough near the end of the pull travel to pull that hammer down. So I'm not sure if I would say it's easier to rack than other striker fire pistols.
Sir I'm interested in this pistol for my wife and my question is how much lighter is operating the slide then say a Glock 26 or 27 with that 16 lb spring? She's got arthritis and fibromyalgia so I'm trying to find a nice pistol for her that she can actually operate, and those Smith & Wesson EZ models are too big 115 lb woman to carry LOL
I switch between the Reflex and the 43x for my daily carry gun. I think there's a little bit of a break-in period for the Reflex. Run a few hundred rounds through it and you'll be pleased with the result. Lately I've been running my 509T at the range, and it's become my favorite. Just have to take the trigger and striker assemblies apart and polish every piece.
I carry full-size guns, period. 509T, 510T, FNX45T, P220 Legion SAO 10mm. The finish on all of them is worn, as they should be. My wife runs a P365XL, which I like better than the Hellcat Pro myself, but not sure I could ever carry a micro-compact as my hands are just too dang large for those little guns man. To each their own but I just modify my carry methods so I can have the gun I’m comfortable with on me at all times. I love FN, HK, Beretta, Sig, and a half dozen other manufacturers far better than Glock. I understand that you like Glocks to a fault, I just don’t understand why. I’ve tried, I promise. I appreciate most of your content regardless dude. Keep it up.
I carry a FN 509 tac. I used to carry a hellcat pro. Both are great but I have very large hands so I trended away my hellcat pro. I love the 509, it’s a great little gun.
Never found Magtech ball 9mm to be very accurate, in anything. It'll suck less in some guns, than others, but I wouldn't try to set a guns accuracy limits with it. I'm sure you can shoot. Thanks for your service, and the entertaining shooting vid. Best wishes, from Texas. :)
What a hoot! 10 paces, 11 paces, 12 paces, you're probably WAY further than you think you are. You mix serious with hilarious in equal parts but still deliver useful info while making fun of your viewers. Also thanks for not having a 2 minute rock&roll intro with lightning bolts, not going on too much about sponsors or patreon, and keeping it real.
My G19X w/ a Dagger Upper & all Glock Components besides the trigger, firing pin, 15lb recoil spring is a beast, especially with my HE407c x2 Green Dot. She's never let me down, I'm 6'1" 175lb & conceals easily
my carry sig 365 reg with xmacro barrel, Glock 43x with PSA dagger lower , Kershaw bel air BM 940 Microtech mini, CRKT Cleaver girl, what you got boys EDC 👍🏻
This is smart of FN. I've been saying that someone should make a hammer fired stack and a half CC handgun. If it were single-double action it would be even better.
The failure to feed issue is caused from the extractor being too tight. If you send it back to FN, they will replace it. Shooting low left is usually user error, however there are so many owners reporting this that it makes me wonder what’s really going on. I’ve never heard of someone having to cant the weapon in order to hit the target.
I carry one when i want to roll with a micro for extra comfort. Cant run it with the short mags because my hands are too big and it can also sometimes be REALLY hard to slam a mag home.. Gotta put my thumb over top of the slide when i change a mag or the pistol pops out of my big ass palms. Lately I’ve been running a Walther PDP F-series as my EDC and absolutely love it.
I really like your positioning of the pistol when you're not shooting or changing mags, which I know you've trained your viewers on in other videos. I'm curious -- when you move the pistol in front of your face from your left to right, why do you raise it above your forehead in a rainbow-shaped motion? Is there a specific safety reason for that?
After 45 years of carpentry in Northern New England sometimes I struggle to get the cap off the milk jug. They ain't girly they are worn out.
Iron worker here 😂 we used to think the same thing.
Only 30 years here. And the same problem.
Can you amagine a forty years old liberal!! Jagging off three times a day for their entire life!! No wonder their spoon fed ! They can't lift a fork!!! 😮
He called y’all a nerd 🤦🏽♂️😂😂 that’s petty
I don’t think he means guys like you. I think he’s talking about younger guys.
"I am more accurate than the gun!" That's a line that had me chuckling.
lol Same here.
So humble.
I've carried a FNP-9 for years, FN makes quality firearms. Zero complaints.
I’ve had my FNP-9 since 2009. I’ve always liked it. It’s a shame mags aren’t made any longer even aftermarket. Not sure if FN even supports it any longer? At any rate it’s on my night stand because I know it, I have 17 rounds in a gun a bit bigger than a G19 and I like DA/SA. That all said, my P07 is as good with more features and benefits.
I had no idea they stopped making mags for it. That's kind of crazy. That CZ is a nice pistoI I really enjoy shooting my sp-01, it's just a little large for carry. that P07 thu. nicel@@AMXSShirt
I have also zero complaints also
I have a fn reflex and let me tell you, it sucks. Damn thing is so inaccurate
the terror in his eyes after missing with the hellcat was gold.
This is probably the 5th or 6th review I've watched on the reflex and clearly the best one so far. Thank you
Follow up; I bought one. Thanks again
Roger that - I watched where the dude never even mentioned it was a hammer-fired pistol. I am not sure he even knew. Chad touched on that right away.
@@SuburbanPrepper1776 I wanted one REAL BAD to be my CC!!! I LIKE my FNS 9mmBUTT they abandon models with NO support and $60 mags!!!
I hope the REFLEX does better... FEELS GOOD in hand...
1. I wanted an S&W CSX as soon as it came out BUT everyone hated it so I didn;t!!!
An all metal 19 0z gun w/ 12 rounds and a HAMMER.... YEP... But it was SO hated on Y/T....
2. Stayed off the SIG 4 EVER... I watched ALL their problems and kept my Ruger LC9S
3. Bought a BERETTA 92X compact... Just too heavy for my JOB which frowns on CARRY...
My carry 4 MY job situation
1. Must be small with a Manual safety
2.Light weight
3. Able to mount a Light/Laser (Sig tricked me here with the SIGRAIL!)
4. RELIABLE with +p+ capability... I want a 9mm with 1 shot stop and I have a bunch of that ammo
5. Accurate
6. Be finished well because I must carry "OFF BODY" in a "work bag Pouch" that other co workers may pick up and sling the Bag around
7. Be Red Dot Ready in case my 54y/o fudd ass decides to come out da cave !!!
I went into Academy Sports not planning AT ALL to buy a Gun after 2 overtime weeks on 1 check.
I went there to buy ammo for my 22 and 357 but there were 2 associates with NO CUSTOMERS there so I decided to "Windar Shop"!
I looked at the Canik Mc9 first, The Ruger Maxx 9 second, The S&W Equalizer and the SHIELD PLUS ....
Then I saw the SIG P365X WITH OPTIC READY,MANUAL SAFETY, NIGHT SIGHTS and RAIL (POS SIG PROPRIETARY but I was ignorant then)...
I SAID "BAG IT UP"!!!!
@@SuburbanPrepper1776how are you liking it? Any issues with the accuracy like Chad mentioned?
I'm looking into getting one.
@@tommyperez6377 I like it. No issues with accuracy for me. Some round loading issues with 55gr blazer, because thats all I have right now. Budget reasons have prevented me from getting something else. It's a little hard to find iwb holsters, but they are out there and available.
I would never question or underestimate the marksmanship of a former Navy Seal. We know you can shoot very well Chadd!!!
I really enjoy these pistol reviews and appreciate the emphasis on what most people realistically are going to carry
😂 I don't think I've laughed so hard at a gun review before. You definitely make me feel like I'm right at home
Chad, keeping doing what you do. Taught me how to eat steak, stay humble, be fit and be a great civilian. I look up to you man!
You need a new hero, man!
No, no I don’t G
@@bins522hmmmm.
Well, his middle name is humble. lol
Maglula loaders are the ticket for a good day reloading magazines. Peace and thanks for the evaluations.
Weaker hands can also come at 72 years old with severe nerve damage in both hands so I do have to have something easier to rack. Don't forget us old disabled guys who still plan to protect themselves and family. Haha.
That cackle after the 70 yards shot 🤣😂
😂😂😂
Chadd can you puhleeeeeease do a video about the demon on your mission that made you find Jesus. I need to hear it man. Need to know how a navy seal can be scared at all let alone so bad you become religious. Please man a detailed detailed video about exactly what the thing did (without divulging info you cannot). Please man love you dude you are an awesome teacher
I believe on Andy Stumpf’s podcast Cleared Hot he told the story pretty decently detailed. Just in case you didn’t know but I agree I would like him to do a detailed video as well.
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
Only God's Holy Word is sharp enough to combat against those attacks.
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If you've never seen the evil of battle you just won't truly understand. There are things one sees that leave indelible marks on ones soul. Sometimes God says it's not your time yet, but you see your soul leave your body without leaving it.
He's a narcissistic tell all type. Not a TEAM Guy. Always telling and talking about himself. Us old dudes shut up and blend in. Be careful, it's his story...may not be that truth. Hope he comes to the Reunions. We have a NARCISSISTIC TABLE SET UP FOR GUYS Like him and Coggins.
I remain your MASTERCHIEF!
It’s a great gun, takes practice to get used to but I’ve found it very accurate and reliable
I bought this 3 months ago and had the same issues: round stuck and hitting targets to the left. You answered my questions, it needs lube and hold with a slight cant. Thanks brother. God bless you from Knoxville Tennessee 😀
Problem can also be your trigger pull
I’ll be quick to say that operator error is the cause, not the well made pistol. 😊
Great vid, enjoyed everything.
Did you fix the issues?
@@liammoodyfilms works great. Very happy with it. Thanks!
With antics like this, I may need to buy a tech guy shirt. Pray unceasingly, Patriots.
Chadd, dude you always make my day with your videos. I sit and laugh at your ass thru the whole thing! You have a great sense of humor my man!!!! Thank YOU!
Bought a reflex for my daughter. She is petite in size with quite small hands. We shoot a lot on our private range in Texas. She is an avid hunter & shoots full size pistols of varying calibers. The reflex seemed like a good choice for cc. The trigger is a short length of pull & fit her hands well. Trigger is quite nice, better than my upgraded p365. We now have the reflex up for sale due to fail to feed from “limp wristing”
This gun has a lot of snap & was impossible for my daughter to cycle a complete mag. Put the p365xl in her hand & it cycled flawless. I am not trying to discount FN nor promote Sig. Just saying buyer beware as I don’t see this reflex as a good weak handed firearm. Good luck!
Looked like a good bit of muzzle flip in the video.
If its failing to feed and acting like the rim is catching on the slide theres a bit of metal that doesn't need to be there that could be hanging up the rounds mine wouldn't cycle a full mag when I got it same falure to feed each time a few licks with a file and it's my favorite gun .........other than the factory sights
They take forever to wear in but the issue is the lower corner of the extractor catches he round while striping a new round. Wait for it to wear in or file the corner off
I put about 300 rounds through it and mine runs flawless now. But also I used 124grain and not the lighter stuff. It would not go into battery on the last round until I started using heavier rounds. Now all I use in it are 124 or 147.
I used the lighter stuff the 124 grain is definitely better @@walth5336
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:04 🤖 *Introducing FN reflex pistol and key features*
01:26 🎯 *Testing trigger and slide racking claims at shooting range *
02:49 🍳 *Magazine and ammo overview*
03:56 🔫 *Testing accuracy from 10 to 80 yards*
04:51 🛢️ *Maintenance and finish issues *
05:33 🎯 *Trigger and accuracy assessment*
06:50 🏴☠️ *Long trigger reset demo *
07:20 💵 *Cheap ammo use rationale *
08:00 😣 *Fit and finish wear issues *
08:29 💪🏽 *Magazine loading tips *
08:55 🎯 *Testing accuracy methodology *
09:38 😎 *Shooter credibility *
10:46 🤬 *No test preparation allowed *
11:45 🎯 *30 yard accuracy issues*
12:50 💩 *Blaming eyesight for misses*
13:43 😲 *Hellcat brought for comparison*
14:28 🤠 *Warmup required apparently *
15:29 🎯 *50 yard hit*
16:33 👖 *Barbell Apparel sponsor plug*
17:26 💰 *Barbell giveaway promo*
18:07 🏴☠️ *Tacticool shooting style 😆 *
18:49 🎯 *70 yard record claim*
19:17 💪🏽 *Excuses for poor shooting *
19:43 🧼 *Gun cleaning guilt trip *
20:18 😆 *Discovering accuracy requires canting*
20:48 🤣 *Blames barrel rifling for inaccuracy*
21:45 🔫 *Viability assessment*
22:26 😂 *High Point pistol reference *
22:53 🤑 *Price and local dealer plug*
23:21 👋 *Signing off*
LOL not a gun for weak girly hands ;) hope this helps you all ;) stay true to the truth my brother and sisters in christ.
I’ve got both the mrd & non. Both don’t miss for me inside 50 yards. No issues. LOVE the trigger & there’s a definite break in period of nearly 300 rounds. I’m a hammer fired snob.
Glad for the review, thank you. Yes, I had to switch from a slide pistol to a revolver, the slide was too hard for me...but I have some neurological damage in these old hands! Almost 70 years, these hands have worked. God bless you.
Lol, I was for sure it was the gun, not your aim...but for close defense, easy to carry with the 1 shot, would it still be a good defense for an old lady??
The only way to know if it's good for you .see if you local range or store has one to test .some places do .or can't hurt to buy one and play . I got my better half😂 a glock 43x . It fits .biggest thing is how it fits you ...try it.
maybe try the S&W M&P EZ9, lite racking, I am 68 but my hands are ok so far
@@ericarachel55you beat me to it. Also the ez380 or equalizer is good 👍🏻 Ruger also makes some pistol’s like this also
Go to a well stocked gun store or gun show.
Pick each one up that looks like your idea of what your constant companion should look like.
You will know when it fits YOUR unique hand
“Like A Glove”
This is the major consideration, but certainly not the only one.
Listen discernfully to some knowledgeable voices, as many as you see fit. (or can stand)
If possible, rent one and shoot at a gun range.
If I’m there, I’m glad to let you put a box full through one of mine.. free.
Best Of Luck!!
It's amazing how this one video captures all the emotions of a typical range day. Good stuff, brother. My wife is eyeing this for her new EDC.
I’ve gone down this rabbit hole. I’ve had just about every micro out there and compacts.
I’ve settled on the Glock model 30SF. Fits me like a glove, very concealable and doubles as a woods gun loaded with 255grn heavy Hardcast loads. 45acp rocks.
That was some nice shootin,👍 I can't reliably hit with anything past 25 yards anymore, getting old sucks.🤷♂️ And you are correct, it does show up dry as a bone.
If you like that trigger, grab a Walther PDP 4”. Would love that review. Have a great weekend, Chadd, Chili, Blake and Tech Guy.
The Walther PDP is a very solid pistol. I've bounced between Glock and Walther for my comp guns and general carry. I loved the Q5 models when I used them in local matches.
Man I want to get my hands on that metal frame PDP. That sucker is expensive though! 1800.00
@egregiousblunder5395 Yeah but what about that "nerd slide?"
@AverageGIJoeOutdoorsBut it doesn't have the "nerd slide!"
The point of the smaller mags is printing. I personally have the Hellcat, but thinking about also getting the Reflex because I'm an FN fanboy. Depending on how you carry, the 15 rnd mags print way more. The pinky extensions don't make a huge difference, because it's the back side of the grip that prints. In my Hellcat, I carry with the 11 rnd with pinky extension, and 15 round spare
Thanks for the video Chadd and Tech Guy. Another one that you might want to review is the Canik Mete MC9. Excellent trigger as well (striker instead of hammer).
I bought two, both had consistent jamming problems and failures to feed. Loved it when it ran, but the the failures were too frequent. Not gonna risk my life on this gun. Sold it. That said, I do love FN.
This is why I follow you, as real as it gets.
refreshing , to see a pro such as chad , have an issue with a pistol. I like the honesty . peace . be safe lad . ~ JDS/CT
You sure are ornery today son! Lol Folks, don't worry about the price, go get you some barbell jeans and shirts plus hoodies. Chadd is not lying on the comfort level with these jeans. In fact, shirts, shorts and hoodies are awesome 👌 plus you help the channel with sales. Select Chadd on your order form so he can get credit for your purchases. Have a great day all!
Love the video and the practicality. You bring real world into shooting that more of the everyday person can relate to. Don’t know if the reflex is for me, I’ll try it out first at the range. Still edc my Glock 19x, all stock and after 16k rounds, without issues, I know I can trust her. Stay safe and keep the videos coming. I’m def checking out barbell apparel. Sounds like a solid gig to me. Thanks again
I think the MagTechs pointed tip is what causes malfunctions. I've never had a problem with any malfunctions until I started using Magtech ammo. I think the guides dont like it on a lot of pistols.
I have a bunch of magtech ammo- have you noticed it throws shitloads of debris with your shots? Seems to be tons of little shards hitting my targets along with the rounds!!
I bought some Magtech once and the box had a bunch of rounds that weren’t crimped properly and would setback when chambering the round
Love your banter, sounds like my Brother or my friends and myself talking crap. Thanks for the uploads, and the Truck Talks.
Have the FN Reflex. LOVE IT!! Trigger is awesome. Conceal carry, you hardly know your wearing it.
Facts it’s dang near invisible it’s my new edc over my 43x
OK, I just gotta say it. I’ve watched you know you can shoot brother but to watch your face after you missed those two shots that was priceless.
Awesome video great production
Thanks 🙏
I've had 3 Reflexes (Long story) and all of them had problems. I bought them to replace my G43s. I love the Reflex grip, I love the sights, I love the size, and the trigger is pretty good from the factory. All of them had failure to feed problems. One would have a soft strike about every 3rd round. We tried 5 different types of ammo - Federal, Winchester, Remington and Blazer in both 115 and 124 grain. I had already bought extra magazines, so we had 9 different magazines to try. We put about 300 rounds through each gun. All of them would shoot low left no matter who was shooting it. I put Holosun 507k red dots on 2 of them and I had the elevation up maxed out and it still wouldn't bring the POI up to POA. I put a laser bore sight cartridge in them and it would not line up with the iron sights. It showed low left on all of them. The same laser bore sight lined up perfectly in all of my other handguns. I sold 2 of them and I sent the 3rd one to FN, in hopes that I could at least have one good one. After about 3 months, I got the Reflex back from FN with literally nothing in the box explaining what was wrong nor what they repaired. No shot group target like I've seen other people get back with their Reflex from FN. Nothing at all. The gun had the exact same problems as before I sent it to FN for repair. They fixed nothing. Having owned and shot other FN guns, I was extremely disappointed, not only with the Reflex, but with the customer service at FN. I've watched a lot of videos from people having the same problems with the Reflex and FN is sending all of their guns back with a 3 shot group target and a statement saying there's nothing wrong with their gun. I think the first batch of Reflexes were a good run and those were sent to influencers for review. The following batches have serious quality control issues and FN has taken a stance of zero accountability. We sold the last Reflex about a week ago.
Not sure about the soft strikes but another youtuber confirmed that FN has been shipping these out with the wrong height front sight on them, and they don't want to admit it.
I've had one failure to fire in 500 rds. Multiple failure to feed issues, and it consistently shoots left. All of my feeding issues have been corrected, with many very thorough cleanings, and realizing I was limp writing shots. It didn't help I had elbow surgery 5 weeks before shooting it. Purchased a Shield rmsc because I'm cool like that. In all seriousness, it shoots well now. I do agree that some QC over at FN was lacking on this one.
Would like to know the serial number series were on the ones you had. 20s, 30s? I think the earlier ones had issues but the newer ones are solid.
I opened this video thinking," here we go, another TH-cam cook." Then I became interested as well as entertained. Then I went to your channel. Then I learned who and what you are. Then I subscribed to your channel.
Congressman Wright,
When you are elected President. How will you use the government to help keep the media honest? Will you add things to the U.S. Constitution which is needed?
Love the humor. Blake's added commentary made me laugh. By the way, that is not the finish that has a problem. It is just dirt coming off on the finish. The slide is VPN treated on the FDE models. That means it is bonded at the atomic level. It should not wear after any amount of use, so they say. Also, I can't think of any other handgun review where a 70 yard first strike was made, and from a subcompact. Bravo.
That thing looks very snappy when you shoot it.
Mine also stovepiped until I did a proper 200rd break in with a heavy load. Now it runs flawlessly. It gets better the more I use it
When the Reflex first came out I REALLY wanted the FDE MRD model but they were always out of stock. Then I started hearing everyone say that the FDE finish was terrible. By the time they were back in stock I bought the Reflex MRD in black and the finish is really nice. Apparently the bad finish is only on the FDE version
Excellent review Chad, and fun to watch🤣 and I agree with your trigger, slide operation and accuracy assesment. I purchased the MRD version of the Reflex 2 months ago and have put about 600 rds through it. I experienced a few failures to fully chamber the round during the first 50 or so as you did, but I believe it's just a 'wear in' issue. It's run great for the last 500 and I carry it daily. This is my first optic ready pistol and I'm quite a bit slower aquiring the optic vs the sights on my first shot. Got and pointers? (besides practice, practice, practice...)
I quit carrying my g19 over a year ago and went with a sig X macro, it smaller, lighter, reliable and very accurate with 17+1 rounds and a holosun. Very hard to beat it
I’ve been thinking about the X Macro.. Idk know why I feel more comfortable carrying my g19 more than anything else at the moment tho 🤦🏾♂️🤷🏽♂️ I’m just grateful for all the options
Had a few light strikes with mine and accuracy issues but I changed the sights and that solved that
I'm not a large man at only 6'1, but I have large hands. I've tried 43, 43x, 365 etc. The 19 slim(48), with shield arms mags, has the smallest grip I seem to be ok with. Not a fan of pinky extensions or mag extensions to fill a grip. I'll keep looking, but the 19 sized guns are the best trade offs currently.
Try full size
The 43x and the 48 have exactly the same size grip.
I work out weekly and my hand issue is from tumors that eat my tendons and so far I have had no issue but I can see the benefit to this since my mom had to get a new pistol because she has the same issue and couldnt chamber he last pistol. Plus in a time of distress it could be help get bullets on target faster maybe. Love the channel and a fellow GA boy. To wear that quick is a no go lol
You made me interested in this gun now. I disliked my old FN 509c so much because of the trigger and having mag bite that I figured the Reflex would be the same. But noe I think I'll add it into consideration for my next new carry pistol
Thanx for honest opinions and not trying to sell to viewers with reviews.
First video I’ve ever watched of yours and hitting a small target like that at 70 yards is crazy to me I love it🔥🔥
I have a Sig P365 X Macro w/TLR light. Werkz makes a nice “M6” IWB holster that fits it well. I was pleased to find out when I put the light on my new Reflex, it also fits that same holster. Always enjoy you guys’ straight-forward (and entertaining) content.
Thanks a lot for your great videos ya’ll 😊 Really enjoy watching them. Great humor as well if I may say so.
And big greetings out of Thailand also.
Will never be able to own a gun here, but truly enjoy your content.
Love the content. I'd love to see how you have that Husky toolbox organized.
Chad your video’s are the best on TH-cam. You are a good man to look up to and a positive role model. Thank you Sir. 🇺🇸
Another I'm just going to have to get. Your case in the back of your truck looks big enough to carry many toys. Excellent review.
"I'm more accurate than the gun". I'm stealing that...
I will be considering this FN as my Newer addiction for the Addition to my Firearm Family here at the Gunn Dog Inn Cross Hill SC..Thank you Chad Karl Gunn a independent Amsoil dealer .
I’m glad his channel took off. Based on reality and so much quality info extending past guns and gear.
Would like to see you review a Canik, love the trigger on mine.
I like it. The only slim carry gun besides the 43x that I actually will use . Ergonomics, are good capacity ,is decent serration are good , style
The Remington RM380 (Rorbaugh copy) is the best pocket gun I've ever owned. I've had about 10 or 12 different pocket 380s. Second best I've owned is the Ruger LCP max.
Great video Chadd glad to see you shooting like me in SC lol we all have bad days you are as close to normal as me
I get all the rounds in all the mags. Springfield Hellcat RDP 11+1, 13+1, 15+1 ,17+1 ,19+1 with upgraded springs in the big mags. Fn 509 LS EDGE 24+1 and 17
+1.
My oldest boy and I were looking for new CCWs at the gun show a few weeks ago. There were three pistols I wanted to check out and the Reflex was one of them. I found one and loved it, but there was another one that I liked as well that wasn't even on my radar..... The IWI Masada Slim. My boy bought the Reflex and I bought the Masada 9S. I am ready to shoot the Reflex and see if I "need" one of those as well. Haha
Chadd, since you like that Hellcat Pro, TRY THIS: I took a XDm back strap, sanded down, filled and JB welded that biatch on. I used the thinnest of the three, full length grip. Masked everything off. Used zip ties to hold tight til cured. Made sure it's where I want it. Matching the bottom ledge. It's permanent.
Experiment first by temporary means.
Making that grip flat backed was mistake, IMO. This provides needed swell that puts pressure on my grip side palm that was lacking. Now I don't have to grip it to death, and it points better.
Also, the trigger. Harsh after a few hundred for me. First one I've bothered replacing. MCarbo full chooch striker option. Relatively high. But NOW it's the perfect carry I wanted it to be.
had the same up and down issue with the grip, to me much more comfortable with a slight cant to the left
Love the rawness of your videos Chad 😂
Nice video Chadd love this series. Carry pistol selection is very important.
Excellent demo! Blake could hit at 30 yards! I believe it is the pistol! The cold weather affects the ammo! Damn good shooting after warmed up!
I carry a Sig P365 with the 17 round macro mags which gives it a full grip which i like. It has a decent trigger, comes with Sig night sights which are good sights. Its been a pretty reliable and accurate lil pistol for a compaq. But my full suze go to pistol is my Canik TP9 Elite combat. Comes with a fluted threaded barrel, aluminum flat faced trigger which is a amazing trigger with a super short reset. Then next my gen 2 glock 22 . She runs like a champ. Amazingly reliable pistol
I have the 365 tac ops. I love it
I have an FNX .45. FN's are beautiful!
Thanks Chadd !
Peace
How would someone go about getting in touch with 3 of 7 project?
Because of your review of the Helcat, I ended up getting one.. everyone else that tries it, first thing they notice is the sites, then the recoil, the down side. But I love how it feels in my 'baby/female" hands..lol
Just went shooting and practicing today. Love the new Glock 21 Gen5 I bought. On target with every shot. My edc is my Glock 43x and I rotate my Sig Sauer P365 X-Macro. 😊
Do you think that fn reflex is good for a 60 year old woman with weak arms and hands?
I am disabled. Is the kick back really strong?
It's easier to rack the slide initially but you still have to pull hard enough near the end of the pull travel to pull that hammer down. So I'm not sure if I would say it's easier to rack than other striker fire pistols.
Sir I'm interested in this pistol for my wife and my question is how much lighter is operating the slide then say a Glock 26 or 27 with that 16 lb spring? She's got arthritis and fibromyalgia so I'm trying to find a nice pistol for her that she can actually operate, and those Smith & Wesson EZ models are too big 115 lb woman to carry LOL
I switch between the Reflex and the 43x for my daily carry gun. I think there's a little bit of a break-in period for the Reflex. Run a few hundred rounds through it and you'll be pleased with the result. Lately I've been running my 509T at the range, and it's become my favorite. Just have to take the trigger and striker assemblies apart and polish every piece.
Loved the review! New sub and I don't know how I haven't found your videos until now. Looking forward to your other videos!
I carry full-size guns, period. 509T, 510T, FNX45T, P220 Legion SAO 10mm. The finish on all of them is worn, as they should be. My wife runs a P365XL, which I like better than the Hellcat Pro myself, but not sure I could ever carry a micro-compact as my hands are just too dang large for those little guns man. To each their own but I just modify my carry methods so I can have the gun I’m comfortable with on me at all times. I love FN, HK, Beretta, Sig, and a half dozen other manufacturers far better than Glock. I understand that you like Glocks to a fault, I just don’t understand why. I’ve tried, I promise. I appreciate most of your content regardless dude. Keep it up.
I carry a FN 509 tac. I used to carry a hellcat pro. Both are great but I have very large hands so I trended away my hellcat pro.
I love the 509, it’s a great little gun.
Would be interesting to see a video on the IWI galil 7.69 x39 and the Masada
If I closed my eyes and just listened to the videos I'd swear it was Joe Dirt making these. Life's a garden , dig it . Keep on keeping on 🤙
Never found Magtech ball 9mm to be very accurate, in anything. It'll suck less in some guns, than others, but I wouldn't try to set a guns accuracy limits with it. I'm sure you can shoot. Thanks for your service, and the entertaining shooting vid. Best wishes, from Texas. :)
My daughter is 5'0 100 lbs and likes a tx22 compact would you conceal a 22?
FN. Quality, Innovation. Most underrated firearms out there. My opinion
What a hoot! 10 paces, 11 paces, 12 paces, you're probably WAY further than you think you are.
You mix serious with hilarious in equal parts but still deliver useful info while making fun of your viewers.
Also thanks for not having a 2 minute rock&roll intro with lightning bolts, not going on too much about sponsors or patreon, and keeping it real.
Hahaha I ain’t gonna paint that damn silhouette! Screw you man! I’m so weak. This is the best TV you’re gonna get right now I love this channel!
Keeping the reviews honest. good stuff.
love this pistol drill …I’ve been a P365XL man for quite a while, and honestly I am looking hard at other ccw’s after these videos. Good stuff
Have you done the Shield Plus yet?
My G19X w/ a Dagger Upper & all Glock Components besides the trigger, firing pin, 15lb recoil spring is a beast, especially with my HE407c x2 Green Dot.
She's never let me down, I'm 6'1" 175lb & conceals easily
my carry sig 365 reg with xmacro barrel, Glock 43x with PSA dagger lower , Kershaw bel air BM 940 Microtech mini, CRKT Cleaver girl, what you got boys EDC 👍🏻
I second that request dude! I haven't heard Chad mention that and being a Believer, I need to hear that story forthwith!
This is smart of FN. I've been saying that someone should make a hammer fired stack and a half CC handgun. If it were single-double action it would be even better.
The failure to feed issue is caused from the extractor being too tight. If you send it back to FN, they will replace it. Shooting low left is usually user error, however there are so many owners reporting this that it makes me wonder what’s really going on. I’ve never heard of someone having to cant the weapon in order to hit the target.
I carry one when i want to roll with a micro for extra comfort. Cant run it with the short mags because my hands are too big and it can also sometimes be REALLY hard to slam a mag home.. Gotta put my thumb over top of the slide when i change a mag or the pistol pops out of my big ass palms. Lately I’ve been running a Walther PDP F-series as my EDC and absolutely love it.
I really like your positioning of the pistol when you're not shooting or changing mags, which I know you've trained your viewers on in other videos. I'm curious -- when you move the pistol in front of your face from your left to right, why do you raise it above your forehead in a rainbow-shaped motion? Is there a specific safety reason for that?
Can you do a video about your land cruiser?