Another quality review. Love the grey frame. Grip texture is just right. Trigger is good, for a striker. Capacity is right. Optics ready out of the box. Modular. So much value out of the box. I normally shoot DA pistols so the trigger is what brought me to this platform. I also have most of my pistols setup with black out rear so this was another plus. Only downside is no aftermarket, yet.
The Delta line is my new carry option. Been carrying the gen 1 for almost a year. It is a he size of a Glock 48 with 15 rounds, better grip better sights, better trigger.
Excellent review. I have this very model/color myself. I put a Holosun 507c optic on it and Olight PL-Pro light. This gun is EXCELLENT. The trigger is super smooth out of the box, but it gets even better after a few hundred rounds. There is not a stock trigger on the market as crisp as this (ZERO creep), though the pull seems a bit heavy. Reset is as short as any stock trigger as well . . . easily as good as the Walther PPQ, HK VP9 or CZ P10. This gun fits all of my Glock 19 holsters without rattle. I'm just waiting on AREX to get spare magazines out on the market.
Apologies, yes the #5 plate does fit. I had to go back and mount it to make sure. There is a little day light in between the mount and optic though. I would prefer a company make custom plates for it but I don’t know if that will happen or not.
Just bought the X mod 2. Excellent piece. Very impressed with it. And it’s a beautiful design. Surprised me with how nice a firearm it is. Definitely gonna pick up the L model as well because I like this gun so much.
Great review, I totally agree, I've had the Delta M since last November put 2500 rounds through it and absolutely luv this pistol, so much that I just got the Delta X Tactical put 150 through it last weekend and it shoots awesome, such a natural point of aim, gonna save up and eventually get the L also, AREX really makes some amazing pistols, well done SLOVENIA 🇸🇮
If the Gen 2 is an improvement over the 1, then it's a great gun. The original is an excellent gun. Very thin, light, and a smooth shooter. Only con is the grip texture, but I used a fine file to take some of the sharpness away. Will keep the Gen 2 in mind, if it becomes available locally. Good review.
I fit a piece of bike inner tube over the grip on most of my striker pistols. Try it on your gen 1. Costs you nothing if you get old ones from a bike shop.
When it comes to polymer frames, especially ones with replaceable backstraps, I would rather the gun makers put a lot of texture on that can be sanded down to fit my needs, than a little with no cheap, non-ugly way to put more on. It's far more flexible. If sandpaper and files are out of someone's league they probably don't need to be handling weapons.
The gun does improve with use, especially the trigger. I bought one just like it, came with a clean 6.5 lb break. After a few hundred dry fires it dropped to 6 pounds. I put a Ghostinc 4.5 pound striker spring, dropped to a just under 5 pound pull. I'll polish the sear with some 1200 grit and see if I can't clean it up a bit more. I put a 4.0 pound spring in my Gen1; it's at 3.7 pound pull but it's been shot a lot more.
Good review. My husband bought me the M version. It's a very nice handgun for concealed carry. You'll probably like the M model. I think my husband is going to buy the X model? He hasn't decided which model to purchase. Thank you again for sharing 😁
Happy with my gen 1. The gen 2 has different grip texture, 2 extra pic slots and the top rail site mount for about $150. more. Otherwise, same gun. Hopefully, someone like Galloway Precision will come up with lighter trigger springs to replace stock on this excellent firearm.
For the same size gun Gen 1 MSRP was $480, Gen 2 is $490. What anyone pays for them now, who knows, but for $10 more, it's an easy choice for me. I see Gen 1 for $399 now because it's being replaced. I'll give it a little time and the Gen 2 will drop into a similar price range.
@@compasslife6658 I just purchased mine from Dk..$509. Sorry I thought you were saying the gen 2 optics ready version was $150 more than the gen 2 non-optics ready.
Got one today, the m, 4473 got delayed. I narrowed it down to this and the Masada, after holding both at my lgs it decided to go with the arex. The Masada was huge compared to this.
Since striker-fired become popular peoples standards for what a good trigger is has gone down. In fact most Shooters New to the sport in the last 15 or so years don't know what a good trigger is.
How much did you pay for it I'm about to buy one gray for $500 cash in person brand new so I gotta know how much does it cost before I bought it from someone
Funny you said you would rather have the M version, I ordered the L version specifically because I already own a G19 and it seemed redundant to own 2 g19-sized guns.
IMO - the impact that thickness of the back strap just below the beaver tail on grip control can’t be overstated - good that they took some design cues from the P10 series as I can get a really high and tight clamp on my P10 F - one of the reasons I prefer CZ ‘s in general compared to Sig’s or Glocks - The Arex seems to have really well conceived ergos in general - I like the textured index pad on the frame - and as I do a hard pinch under the front of the trigger guard , the cuts they put under the trigger guard would really work for me All guns should have that IMO Also placing the grip texture high up on the side panels above the mag release is cool - on most guns I have to stick some grip tape up there As I compete - I like to feel glued to a pistol grip Hopefully , I’ll get a chance to try one out sometime
Glock perfection is just a marketing gimmick. The Glock is an affordable and reliable gun, I’ll give them that. It’s also been around for ages and due to its popularity has a tremendous amount of accessories readily available. I just wish every gun manufacturer wasn’t trying to out Glock the Glock. It’s getting boring.. especially all the striker fired plastic frame 9mm pistols.
I have the M and L. It’s become my most used striker platform. Displacing my Glocks, 509s, and P10c. The Delta Gen 2 really combines the best of them all - I do wish the trigger was about a 1lb lighter though.
@@ShootWellAndOftenSWAO I belive you can purchase a M size frame (cause it isn't a serialized part, so it isn't a gun, right?) and instaling the slide and fire control and it will work. That way you can have a "Y" size I guess hehe.
@@ShootWellAndOftenSWAO If import restrictions are the problem they can just offer grip frames and completed slides; the gun is modular after all. Arex, you listening?
The P07 and P09 mags work well as extended mags for the M/Gen1; P09 mags work OK with the L. The CZ mags aren't reliably drop free, but work fine otherwise; lock the slide and all.
Anyone with a Delta gen 2 register for the warranty? I want to do it to have coverage but it says their website is not secure so i dont really want to give personal info. Anyone have any insight on this?
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Another quality review. Love the grey frame.
Grip texture is just right. Trigger is good, for a striker. Capacity is right. Optics ready out of the box. Modular. So much value out of the box.
I normally shoot DA pistols so the trigger is what brought me to this platform. I also have most of my pistols setup with black out rear so this was another plus. Only downside is no aftermarket, yet.
I have since added the M model in grey and do really like it. Thanks for watching.
It takes springfield xd style sights so changing the sights is EZPZ.
The Delta line is my new carry option.
Been carrying the gen 1 for almost a year. It is a he size of a Glock 48 with 15 rounds, better grip better sights, better trigger.
Excellent review. I have this very model/color myself. I put a Holosun 507c optic on it and Olight PL-Pro light. This gun is EXCELLENT. The trigger is super smooth out of the box, but it gets even better after a few hundred rounds. There is not a stock trigger on the market as crisp as this (ZERO creep), though the pull seems a bit heavy. Reset is as short as any stock trigger as well . . . easily as good as the Walther PPQ, HK VP9 or CZ P10. This gun fits all of my Glock 19 holsters without rattle. I'm just waiting on AREX to get spare magazines out on the market.
A Holosun is my choice as well and that all sounds right to me.
507k will work too right?
It does not come with a mount for the 507k
@@ShootWellAndOftenSWAO
After going to their page is says the type 5 plate will. Is that wrong?
Apologies, yes the #5 plate does fit. I had to go back and mount it to make sure. There is a little day light in between the mount and optic though. I would prefer a company make custom plates for it but I don’t know if that will happen or not.
It seems like a good quality, well designed, and manufactured striker-fired handgun. I will take a hard look at it. Thanks!!!
Just bought the X mod 2. Excellent piece. Very impressed with it. And it’s a beautiful design. Surprised me with how nice a firearm it is. Definitely gonna pick up the L model as well because I like this gun so much.
So very underrated
Yes it is. But you’re doing a good service promoting the excellent aspects of this gun. Thanks for the good work and keep it up.
Great review, I totally agree, I've had the Delta M since last November put 2500 rounds through it and absolutely luv this pistol, so much that I just got the Delta X Tactical put 150 through it last weekend and it shoots awesome, such a natural point of aim, gonna save up and eventually get the L also, AREX really makes some amazing pistols, well done SLOVENIA 🇸🇮
Nice!
If the Gen 2 is an improvement over the 1, then it's a great gun. The original is an excellent gun. Very thin, light, and a smooth shooter. Only con is the grip texture, but I used a fine file to take some of the sharpness away. Will keep the Gen 2 in mind, if it becomes available locally. Good review.
It seems to be a winner
I fit a piece of bike inner tube over the grip on most of my striker pistols. Try it on your gen 1. Costs you nothing if you get old ones from a bike shop.
When it comes to polymer frames, especially ones with replaceable backstraps, I would rather the gun makers put a lot of texture on that can be sanded down to fit my needs, than a little with no cheap, non-ugly way to put more on. It's far more flexible.
If sandpaper and files are out of someone's league they probably don't need to be handling weapons.
The gun does improve with use, especially the trigger. I bought one just like it, came with a clean 6.5 lb break. After a few hundred dry fires it dropped to 6 pounds. I put a Ghostinc 4.5 pound striker spring, dropped to a just under 5 pound pull. I'll polish the sear with some 1200 grit and see if I can't clean it up a bit more.
I put a 4.0 pound spring in my Gen1; it's at 3.7 pound pull but it's been shot a lot more.
I would be curious to see if that works or not.
@@urbantactical148 The spring swap? Works great.
@@OhioCruffler I meant polishing the sear, has that helped? I appreciate you subscribing to my channel.
@@urbantactical148 It does help take that last bit of drag out. Don't go too far, just remove imperfections.
@@urbantactical148 touched up the polish a bit more; the L model is now at 3.5 pounds pull. I don't want it any lighter.
Excellent review. I have it and it's an amazing shooter and a great value.
I agree
Wowwwwwww....everything I’ve ever wanted in a firearm plus the price is awsome too... gotta get me one
Yes you should
I have the AREX Delta M. I dont have any complaints about it at all. I keep it in my truck and sometimes i will conceal carry with it.
I would not expect many problems either
my only complaint is the mag release itself, running it all day leaves your thumb a little raw, would prefer it was indented
Mine is coming with a 15 & 17 rd mags. Excellent review
regards from slovenija :)
nice gun !
nice review !
Thank You
I own this and highly recommend it!!
Me too
Purchased the same one today, put a red dot on it too. Love the 15 mag capacity
Nice! I got the same color combination. Mine is #10172. Pretty close together on the assembly line!
I hope you are enjoying it.
I have #10191
Good review. My husband bought me the M version. It's a very nice handgun for concealed carry.
You'll probably like the M model. I think my husband is going to buy the X model? He hasn't decided which model to purchase.
Thank you again for sharing 😁
It looks like you and your husband chose very well. Enjoy and thanks for watching.
I'm hoping they bring back the manual safety option and the olive drab color for the Gen 2 at some point. Would HAVE to buy it at that point.
Why would you want a manual safety? Not bashing just asking. I'm not a fan but would like to know peoples opinions on them
Just got mine last week love it
Good to hear!
Happy with my gen 1. The gen 2 has different grip texture, 2 extra pic slots and the top rail site mount for about $150. more. Otherwise, same gun.
Hopefully, someone like Galloway Precision will come up with lighter trigger springs to replace stock on this excellent firearm.
Optics ready version is around $25 - $40 more..tops.
@@indicastrain4127 DK Firearms $509. free shipping. Have you seen a better deal? My Gen 1 $399. free shipping.
For the same size gun Gen 1 MSRP was $480, Gen 2 is $490. What anyone pays for them now, who knows, but for $10 more, it's an easy choice for me. I see Gen 1 for $399 now because it's being replaced. I'll give it a little time and the Gen 2 will drop into a similar price range.
@@compasslife6658 I just purchased mine from Dk..$509. Sorry I thought you were saying the gen 2 optics ready version was $150 more than the gen 2 non-optics ready.
Got one today, the m, 4473 got delayed. I narrowed it down to this and the Masada, after holding both at my lgs it decided to go with the arex. The Masada was huge compared to this.
I like both but the reset alone on the Arex sets it way above the Masada IMO. The Masada’s reset it much much longer. I think you will like this.
@@ShootWellAndOftenSWAO I agree with ya, I knew instantly the second I held it.
Since striker-fired become popular peoples standards for what a good trigger is has gone down. In fact most Shooters New to the sport in the last 15 or so years don't know what a good trigger is.
Arex guns are highly underrated. I'm guessing it's because it doesn't have the "Made in America" stamp on it.
Just ordered mine today
Outstanding
How much did you pay for it I'm about to buy one gray for $500 cash in person brand new so I gotta know how much does it cost before I bought it from someone
I just won one on Gunbroker. My FFL dealer has outdated info and they don't open again until July 13, 2021.
I’ve had similar issues. Hope you have it in hand soon
what gun does the felt recoil and muzzle flip compare to?
I can’t tell much difference between similar size guns like an M&P full size or Glock 17.
Why do other Arex delta m gen 2 disassemble different than mine?? And are milled out differently on the inside of the slide ?
I'd love to buy this pistol. But cannot find one in South Dakota.
I can only find them online
Very nice firearm, Congrats!
Thanks!
Damn I think I’m going to order an m tomorrow. What’s the deal with sights-does it for another manufacturers pattern like Glock/sig etc
Sorry I should have mentioned. It is supposed to take Sig and Springfield XD sights.
I put XDM sights on my Gen 1 with good results.
Funny you said you would rather have the M version, I ordered the L version specifically because I already own a G19 and it seemed redundant to own 2 g19-sized guns.
I prefer a 5.5lb to 6lb trigger on my carry guns. That is a nice looking gun.
It is very nice
What every Glock dreams of being.
@RedRight Hand Yup.
No
comparable in use, thinner and cheaper with factory done optic cuts, hell yeah
IMO - the impact that thickness of the back strap just below the beaver tail on grip control can’t be overstated - good that they took some design cues from the P10 series as I can get a really high and tight clamp on my P10 F - one of the reasons I prefer CZ ‘s in general compared to Sig’s or Glocks - The Arex seems to have really well conceived ergos in general - I like the textured index pad on the frame - and as I do a hard pinch under the front of the trigger guard , the cuts they put under the trigger guard would really work for me
All guns should have that IMO
Also placing the grip texture high up on the side panels above the mag release is cool - on most guns I have to stick some grip tape up there
As I compete - I like to feel glued to a pistol grip
Hopefully , I’ll get a chance to try one out sometime
They designed this one really well.
I would consider buying it if Arex firearms would be available in my country.
Bob tail=beaver tail... ;). Nice vid
Tang...
I love mine the only complaint is the mag release.
👍
Mine had a malfunction and the polymer blew apart...not to sheer about it now
I just got one.
Congrats. I hope it works well for you.
Are magazines Glock compatible
The M is available from buds as of yesterday.
Btw, I own the gen 1 and it's an excellent choice.
Outstanding. Thanks
Glock perfection is just a marketing gimmick. The Glock is an affordable and reliable gun, I’ll give them that. It’s also been around for ages and due to its popularity has a tremendous amount of accessories readily available. I just wish every gun manufacturer wasn’t trying to out Glock the Glock. It’s getting boring.. especially all the striker fired plastic frame 9mm pistols.
I have the M and L. It’s become my most used striker platform. Displacing my Glocks, 509s, and P10c. The Delta Gen 2 really combines the best of them all - I do wish the trigger was about a 1lb lighter though.
I think I will add an M as well
@@ShootWellAndOftenSWAO I belive you can purchase a M size frame (cause it isn't a serialized part, so it isn't a gun, right?) and instaling the slide and fire control and it will work. That way you can have a "Y" size I guess hehe.
you can get a 4lb glock wolfe striker spring for like $4 and it'll drop it a lb or 2
Rpalacios29623 good to know
How much you paid for this one my friend?
500 flat. Purchased at East Valley Tactical.
@@ShootWellAndOftenSWAO Thank you!
I got the gen 1 I love it but I should of got the gen 2 cuz of the scope sites but I love it
I was just about to get a gen 1 when these came out
Cz p10c or hk vp9 or xd mod 2. 4inc or glock 17 or Delta gen 2 L I am 1,86 and i have a bit large hand
have you shot it?
Love it
A sub compact is what they need ..... 3 - 3.5 inch barrel gun !!!!
It may happen if they sell enough of these.
@@ShootWellAndOftenSWAO If import restrictions are the problem they can just offer grip frames and completed slides; the gun is modular after all. Arex, you listening?
OhioCruffler true. Over time maybe we will see
Compatible mags? Anyone have any suggestions -and - aftermarket sights?
CZ mags work great, but not exact fit in length. Not sure completely w/L version. M and X yeah...
Plates for any aftermarket red dot sights. Six of them.
The P07 and P09 mags work well as extended mags for the M/Gen1; P09 mags work OK with the L. The CZ mags aren't reliably drop free, but work fine otherwise; lock the slide and all.
What’s the recoil like??
similar to a Glock 19, maybe a little heavier
To bad I’ll never be able to own it in California :’(
The trigger is a lot like a smoother fn 509. Trigger.
holy shit, plastic has come a long way.
The best pistol??
I have heard that these have a little more recoil and more snappy compared to a similar sized Glock. Anyone with 1st hand experience that can comment?
That is a correct assessment. I own the Gen1 and Gen2 and both have similar recoil to a S&W Shield or a Sig P365.
The slide stop is too small. Needs to be enlarged.
Well at least as soon as they start releasing just the frames u can have a X model n reverse. Lol
4.5 inch barrel... 7.7 slide
Thanks. SWAO. Great job. Good info. God bless.
LETS GO BRANDON
HS Product, Do you sleep peacefully? 😂
Anyone with a Delta gen 2 register for the warranty? I want to do it to have coverage but it says their website is not secure so i dont really want to give personal info. Anyone have any insight on this?
I had no problem with it. Maybe try on a different device or browser.