Stoeger STR9-MC: Best Budget Micro 9?!
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- Stoeger STR-9MC Review - Unveiling the Frankenstein of Handguns!
Overview:
Stoeger, with roots dating back to 1924, surprises us with their STR-9 series, specifically the Micro Compact (MC) model introduced in 2023. Owned by Beretta, Stoeger is known for budget shotguns made in Turkey, and now they've ventured into the pistol market.
Design & Build:
Upon inspection of the STR-9MC, its internals are a curious mix of Glock, Springfield, and Smith & Wesson elements. The Glock-style takedown, Springfield's grip zone, and a backplate reminiscent of an M&P, all amalgamated to create a surprisingly functional firearm.
Performance:
Against all initial expectations, this pistol performs remarkably well. The Glock-like trigger is crisp, the grip texture is effective, and the recoil is impressively low for a micro compact. Despite being a mishmash of designs, the STR9-MC stands out as one of the best in its category.
Bang for Your Buck:
Purchased for $250 on a whim, the STR-9MC turned out to be a hidden gem. Competing in the micro compact market against the likes of Sig Sauer P365 and Springfield Hellcat, this Stoeger offering excels in performance, reliability, and affordability.
Features & Functionality:
Featuring an 11 or 13-round magazine, adjustable rear sight, and a unique grip texture, Stoeger made thoughtful design choices. However, aftermarket support and accessories are currently limited, which may pose a challenge for some users.
Controversial Aspects:
While the STR-9MC earned praise for its shooting experience, concerns were raised about the trigger's lateral play and the questionable effectiveness of the slide serrations. Holster availability and aftermarket support are also areas where Stoeger lags behind.
Rating:
Build Quality: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Reliability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Feel: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Factory Options: ⭐⭐
Aftermarket Support: ⭐
X Factor: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Verdict:
Surprisingly, the Stoeger STR-9MC, despite it being the new kid on the block, emerges as a reliable, accurate, and easy-to-shoot micro compact. Priced competitively, it offers an appealing option for budget-conscious buyers willing to overlook the brand's limited track record in the handgun market.
Conclusion:
Whether you're a seasoned shooter or a first-time buyer, the Stoeger STR-9MC challenges preconceptions and deserves a test run at the range. The fusion of familiar elements might just win you over, making this Frankenstein creation a hidden gem in the world of micro compact handguns.
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I bought one 3 months ago shot about a 100 rounds through it. It ran fine no hiccups to me the recoil was managable it came with a 11 and 13 round magazines and its super thin and light about the size of a hellcat micro. This gun is a keeper.
I couldn't agree more definitely a keeper!
What holster you use for it?
@@Gbody_Klown I know cross breed has a IWB holster for it. I used a holster from Black Scorpion Gear that I found out I did not like as much as I thought I would.
@@Gbody_KlownSo far I've been using multi purpose holsters like sticky holster,owb holster by versa and tactical defense.
@@fullyloadedreviews Dang, I used to own a hellcat micro. I liked everything about it except how "snappy" it was. Now after seeing this review, ya'll make me want to get one of these. I currently carry a STR-9c, my "little buddy". Love shooting it and the ergos for me are the best. Like it was made for my hand! I'll be watching for your next Stoeger review... Thanks guys!
Guys, i have owned stoeger pistols for about two years now, and I can honestly tell you that they are just as reliable as my Glock, no joke!!!!!! I have no reason to believe this model will be any different!!!
Not sure how, but Stoeger has found a good formula and they are putting out some great firearms!!!
We couldn't agree more.
I had no malfunctions at all for the first 500 rounds. At about 500 I experienced two failures to eject. I took the gun home and cleaned it and have put another 200 rounds thru it since cleaning it and it has been perfect. I can't be sure if the failures to eject were the fault of the gun or the ammo, because I bought a half case of 9mm and there was another round in that case that was malformed from the factory, so I guess it's possible it was an ammo problem but since I can't say for sure either way I make note of the failures for the record.
I cleaned and lubed it with Mobil 1 and that stuff has just been fantastic. There's a super smooth sheen on all the necessary parts and it hasn't worn off at all. The feed ramp and chamber are super slippery now.
The main two downsides to this gun are how hard it is to load the magazines and how hard it is to pull back the slide. I appreciate that Stoeger is building everything tight but the springs are overkill. For the first couple hundred rounds through the magazines I had to use a mag loader, you can't really use your thumb. With respect to the slide, I left it locked back overnight and even after shooting over 700 rounds through it, the guide rod spring is super tight. I'm just now getting to a point where I can manipulate the slide without having to really grip it hard. There's no way someone with diminished hand strength could do it.
I paid $350 at Cabela's for the non-optic ready model with a plain white front sight. It came with a eleven round and thirteen round magazine, but no pinky extension in the box for the 11 round mag. I bought another magazine off Stoeger's website to get a pinky extension on the 11 rd mag. It's really easy to conceal using the 11 with a pinky.
I think I'm going to keep training with it and trusting it until it gives me a reason not to. So far so good.
Thanks for sharing your experience and watching!
Much rather have strong springs than to have tuned light springs with a 10% defective rate
I’m loving the in-depth reviews! This is what I’m looking for when I am in the market for a new product! Awesome job gents!
Thank! Appreciate you watching
I currently own the Stoeger 9MC, Glock 43x, and Shield Plus and I shoot the Stoeger 9MC the best out of the 3. Only down side is proprietary sights, they could've made it compatible with at least one of the major brands like Sig, Glock, or S&W. Other than that, $225 after tax and rebate. It's an excellent choice if you're on a tight budget looking to get a micro 9.
I couldn't agree more. I wish there was more sight options and they followed the path of there competitors when it came to that. We found it to be the best out of those 3 as well when we tested. For that price you can't beat it.
Where did you purchase from?
@@greko137 off gunbroker
Great video guys! You're talking me in to trying one. Can't wait to see what the future holds for this channel!!!
Thank you! We might have one you can barrow. Appreciate the love and support!
@@fullyloadedreviews Awesome! Just let me know.
Wow, great review. Very thorough with good commentary and range footage. Thanks guys. Would love to see follow-ups (1000 rnds later, torture test, Glock parts that work with it), etc. Glad I found you guys! I like the way you link your other vids to the overview tab.
Bought the STR-9 and am impressed enough that I'm considering the other models like this one.
Thanks for watching! A friend is borrowing it for a review right now but once we get it back we will do an update.
The str 9C is just as enjoyable and accurate
Its on out list to get in for review. We will being doing a review of the STR9 shortly.
I have the STR-9C, very reliable! No jams, no malfunctions, nothing going off in the chamber while carrying. Highly recommend!
Awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience
I love my MC9. It's the same footprint as my Sig P365 with an XL 12 rd grip module. No failures on my first 115 rounds and it is accurate.
Thanks for sharing your experience
Not the same footprint. It is smaller.
Thanks for spending time with this one, guys. Much appreciated!
Appreciate you for watching!!!
@@fullyloadedreviews I wonder how this would stack up against the Mossberg MC2sc.
@@SB-mw1bg we actually just did a review of the MC2sc. Go check it out. We also have a comparison video coming.
@@fullyloadedreviews What are your thoughts with a comparison?
@@SB-mw1bg you will have to wait until we release the comparison video
I Have this gun for over 3 months now and it is my edc. Took a chance on it and have not regret it. Mine is over 600 rounds with at least 8 different brands of ammo and weights. Not one issue (yet). I do agree with the slide serration, really a shame. But over hand rack is no issue. Also, Stoeger offers a 10+1 magazine with a pinky extension. I think they should have include that pinky part in the package instead of selling it as a separate mag... Currently they are offering a 50 dollar rebate if you purchase one from Nov to Jan 2024 (Which I missed....damn)
I did see that on the pinky extension. I agree I wish they included it with the gun. Glad to hear yours is running great. I missed the rebate as well. Been looking at it see if there is another one we should get to review.
Hey! Thanks for this great review. I wonder how many round did you shoot and if there is any malfunction on this one so far? Do you still at the same point about its realiablity?
We put 300 rounds through it no malfunction. Currently it’s in the hands of another channel with no reports of issues.
Just bought an STR9MC for $320 and love it a ton!! Almost bought a S&W SD9 2.0 but ended up passing on it because this felt better in the hand and also came with two mags.
Glad you like it!
I got the optics cut,night sights , 3 10 round magazines. 1 flush,1pinky ,1extended . Then I bought three 13 round magazines, waiting to take it to the range, got my holster,waiting to get an optic!!!
What optic and holster you going with?
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@@fullyloadedreviewslove you boys too!
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You know it lol
@@Toms2ATimehe’s way too easy
For a micro 9 this little gun performs very well no disappointments with mine and l shoot this little gun very well
It is a great gun for sure. Glad you like it and your input.
For an every day carry gun, I don't really feel the need for a ton of bells and whistles. It's small enough to conceal even in summer and it simply WORKS. It's affordable too, which these days especially, helps a LOT.
Couldn’t agree more
Great review John I'm going to get the word out on the new channel.
Thanks for the support!!!
Got my Stoeger STR-9MC about 5 months ago have 200 flawless rounds through it l have 4 micro 9s a Kimber R7 Mako - SIG P365 - Canik MC9 - Stoeger STR- 9MC and l have no complaints with any of them l can say l really really like the Stoeger STR-9MC just need to get another 400 rounds through it before l start to carry it like l said for 350 dollars out the door price it's as good as these micros that cost 200 dollars more even the Canik MC9 costed 80 dollars more the Stoeger has shot great the first 200 rounds has a good trigger good reset nice sights feels great in my hands the finish is very nice is a joy to shoot at the range has been reliable and dependable so far for a 310 dollar gun it absolutely is very nice and performs way above it's price love mine
Thanks for watching. I have not tried the Canik MC9 but I would love to compare them. I appreciate you letting us know your experience. What else should we compare it to.
@@fullyloadedreviews Shield plus - Hellcat - Kimber R7 Mako - SIG P365 - Canik MC9 to name a few just throwing it out there Shadow Systems CR920 is the gun l think would closely resemble the Stoeger STR-9MC in function and size but the CR920 costs almost double the money or very close to double l have 3 Turkish made guns Stoeger STR-9MC - Canik MC9 - SAR B6c a polymer CZ-75 compact copy or clone I've had it since 2013 the gun runs great is Glock 19 like size have not had a single problem with any of these Turkish guns and have owned 3 other Caniks besides the MC9 they never gave me a problem either they all had a very good stock triggers
Turkish guns have come a long way in the last 10 years. I think they are underrated and over looked because where they are made. We have run guns from stoeger, canik, sar, and girsan. They are all amazing.
What did you do for a holster on Stoeger?
@@cocktailsanddreams Crossbreed holsters makes one for them. I have used the one made by whole guns. I don't hate it but I also don't love it.
As for reviews - I've just asked honest outlaw - as a comment on his latest video - to please review this gun and the grand power Q1S - that might set the ball rolling.
Awesome! I will have to reach out to grand power about the Q1S
Got mine for around 400 but it’s the top version. Love it and the fact that all str9 mags fit and aren’t expensive is fantastic.
Grab you like it. Thanks for watching
Went to the local shop yesterday and put hands on the Stoeger str 9mc and the vanilla mete mc9. Stoeger felt better in hand, but I have some Caniks and am familiar with them and the Canik will except my current full size mags. I can’t decide which one of these two I need next. Both that looked at were optic ready and the same price.Which one would you buy if you were in my situation?
That’s a hard one. Just like the canik the Stoeger takes all the mags from the other Stoegers. If you have caniks and like the way it feels and shoot go with the canik. But if you like the feel of the Stoeger and you think it will be the more comfortable shooting gun go with it. At the end of the day it comes down to what feels more comfortable in your hand and what you can shoot best.
I recently bought the compact version. I don’t really like compact guns but I wanted something I could put in the waistband of my sweats and not have them pulled down. After shooting it, the issues I had with compact guns were absent. It wasn’t as snappy as my wife’s GX4XL, it also didn’t have the pinch points that hurt my hands like the GX4XL does. The issues I had was last round hold open, and it’s hard to chamber like they said. It also only came with one mag, which sucked but it is now my edc.
I am glad you like it. We haven't tried that version out yet but its on our list.
Let’s Goooooooo
Can you confirm if it can take hellcat mags after removing the base plate. And xd s strikers and 365 barrel??
The stoeger compact can take glock 19 frames and slides.
I can look into. Currently the gun is on loan to another TH-camr
I do have the version you are looking for and I had to look . It does fit in a Masada Slim holster.
Thanks for the info. Did not know that.
@@fullyloadedreviews thank you for doing a review on it and a great one.
@@settleschris1965 appreciate that!
What’s your guys opinion on this vs a hellcat?
Both are good options. Personally we prefer the Pro over the original hellcat. Its been awhile since I have shot a hellcat but if memory serves me right it is a bit snapper than the STR9-MC. So I would say we prefer this.
Hellcat has the stock box reliability but the 9mc wins in low recoil and smaller gun
Love my mc! FYI, larger str9 and str9c mags work in it, except it doesn’t hold open last round….
We learned that fact after we picked up the STR9. That review is coming soon. Glad you like your MC. What made you choice it over other Micro compacts?
Great info!
This is a great little gun for normal sized hands...which means I can't use it well, but I always tell people to at least check it out.
P.S., saying it shot better than the Shield Plus is sacrilege.
Spot on!
PS: I foresee a head to head video in the future.
“But it’s a Stoeger. They don’t have a track record.”
I will remind you that that’s what everyone said about Glocks when they came out too, and they didn’t have a track record. Where are they now???
You are not wrong. They have the track record with shotguns. But with pistols not so much. I would love to see them take off especially in a crowded market like we have today.
I have the STR-9 have had no issues with the gun I ran 150 rounds through it so far I do have to say I had one malfunction with the mag
What was the mag malfunction?
Nice fun video - your volume should be increased a bit though - by say another 25%. I'd say your microphones could be closer to the mouth just to increase the source volume whilst cutting out the ambient echos which is nullifying the voice input. Otherwise great video, great content, very likeable opinions. Thanks.
Thank for watching. We have come a long way since this video and have changed our mics and complete set up to fix these issues. Thanks for the suggestions!
I just bought the three mag tritium version from Sportsmans. It is great to shoot. I rate it 4.25/5 overall
What would make it a perfect 5/5 in you opinion
I'm curious as well since I'm picking one up next week.
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it
For owning a str9 sc to buying str9 mc I love both guns no problems what so ever over a 1k on the sc 200 on the mc And the mags work in both except shorter mags great gun looking to get the combat next🎉
We are hoping to get a combat next. The MC is still my favorite from them.
Solid!!!
Thanks for watching!
Looking forward to the Shield Plus head to head as these are my top two contenders. Hard to argue with the Shield track record and aftermarket support, but on paper the Stoeger gets everything right...
Defiantly on our list of videos. Stoeger defiantly a winner. The shield plus is also a great options. Its going to be a hard choice.
I love mine STR 9
Great gun!
Dude i have 1500 rounds down the pipe if this gun and its at least a million times better then a sccy. Those are literal malfunction clearing drill guns. This has been 100% reliable. For the price this is the best micro. And the trigger is way better then the p365, the hellcat, and the reflex. This could be the best micro period. The shield plus may take it by a nose but costs way more. I highly recommend this gun as i own all the guns mentioned above. Really easy to shoot
It was defiantly close between this and the shield plus but the price is where it takes the edge. Thanks for sharing your experience with this guns. Its is 100% a winner and must try or get in this category!
What holster you use??
@Gbody_Klown that's where the problems start. I was actually able to take an old kydex holster for p365 and I heated it up and reformed it around the stoeger. It took a little fitting but it works good and clicks into place. Other then that I was unable to really find anything either. Hoping some will come out. I heard somebody was going to be making a few but can't remember who it was.....
Black Scorpion Gear has holsters that fit
@@Gbody_Klownblack scorpion gear
Great video, love the feel. Like I'm just hanging out with some buddies talking guns. Keep em coming!
Appreciate you watching! Its just two friends talking guns.
The mc is the snappiesr mc 9mm pistol I own. And that includes 365, hellcat, gx4 . The slide spring is extremely stiff so if you have weak hands don't think about it. Get the stoeger str 9sc instead.
We might have to do a head to head. It was a very pleasant gun to shoot. We got the STR9 in to review as well since we liked this one so much.
@@fullyloadedreviews yeah I shot them all together. Wasn't close. And as seen in the video when talking g about the slide cuts it shows how hard it is to manipulate when you were trying to pull it back. I have had mine locked back for few weeks hoping it loosens up. If not it will go somewhere else for a home.
@@thomascrompton7775 Yeah that is one of our biggest issues with it. I will have to shoot them back to back again and see if we notice it being snapper. We did shoot it against the shield plus and found it to be pleasant. Hopefully your slide loosens up. But I think we need to go back and try it again against it.
You're the first to say that. Everyone says the 9mc is way easier than the hellcat recoil
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@@fullyloadedreviews no prob. Looking forward to your content! Merry Christmas, gents!
@@DesertTactical Merry Christmas to you as well.
Thanks for your video this looks like a nice option for the price and they seem to be running a rebate now.
They are currently running a rebate on them right now. Worth checking them out at these prices.
How does it compare to the Canik Mete MC9?
They are comparable. I haven't shot the MC9 in awhile. But its on our list to get in for review.
Stoeger kicks the canik ass in this case
Does it take proprietary magazines? Or, can it accept Glock magazines?
It is its on proprietary mag but will take all STR-9 mags
This 9mc or the p10m? What would you guys choose? Thanks
9mc due to capacity and feel.
Is the p10m have a bad grip?
It doesn't I just prefer the grip texture on the 9mc
Well they all Micro 9’s ….
are descendants of the Keltec P-11
Sig built the P365 around the magazine of the P-11
The big selling point of the 9MC is its ability to use the magazines of the larger Stoeger MC pistols
You are absolutely right! A lot of people do not give credit to the P-11. Maybe it was because it was ahead of its time.
That is a big selling point. I didn’t find that out until we got the STR-9
Great Video! Do more!
Thanks! Will do!
I have a iwb holster for my str-9s combat
Who made it?
If you polish the feed ramp it is the best. Smaller than the hellcat, has less recoil than hellcat.
And the 365 is slightly larger and heavier than the hellcat
Haven’t had to need to polish the feed ramps since it has run reliably
How is holster availability?
Its not great. Crossbreed make a few different options and then there is whole guns and scorpion.
1791 leather iwb holsters for subcompacts fit perfect
Enjoyed the review, the Stoger MC looks like a winner. But i don't understand why you would want to hate a pistol🤔. I want to love every gun I buy, 💰 is hard to come by and guns ain't cheap😅. Cool review 👍
Thanks for watching. I want to love every gun I buy. But as soon as I got it in hand I did not like the way it looked etc. Thats why I said that. Again appreciate you watching.
It looks like g26 gen 5 mos with a rail or a pdp microcompact from a distance. I was looking at one today in the gun case like wtf is that and I have str9 tactical and I still didn't recognize it 😂
They took the best of them all and mixed it together.
Will this take a laser? Is that a real picatinny rail?
I believe it will take a small laser made for a micro compact. It is a really picatinny rail
@@fullyloadedreviews I appreciate the help!
@@aldewitt9 anytime!
Stoeger handgun market you guys said? I have the Stoeger Cougar (Beretta Cougar) in 9mm in my safe. Dad owns a Stoeger Luger in .22lr that I know that is at least 45 years old plus. Stoeger definitely not new to pistol market
You are absolutely right totally forgot about the cougar. I will say they are new with their own design and to the polymer game.
Nice STR-9 cap!!!!
Thanks got it at a show a few years ago!
Wooooooooooo
What up boys!!!!
WOOOOOOO
What up!! Thanks for the support!
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It's like Rick Flair up in here!
I dont get it how the fit&finish is 3,5-75 if only little bit of play on trigger? I think its a bs on that.
I get what you are saying however the trigger and trigger pin should not have that much play in it. We appreciate you watching and chiming in.
Stoeger only produced 1 other pistol. ..the Cougar which is exquisite
Yeah totally forgot about the Cougar. New got a chance to get my hands on one.
Is this California compliance?
I don't believe it is on the roster. They may have one but not 100% sure.
Beretta owns stoeger
I believe we mentioned that in the review. But if we missed it our bad
@@fullyloadedreviews I was just saying that for people who didn't know..
Oh ok makes sense.
Holster options
Right now there is crossbred and scorpion tactical
The reciol isn't great .. Im shocked at the new gx4Carry what ever they did with the spring and slide works ..its better them my Macro which is baffling ..the original gx4 was ok but this is better ..but these will take the 10-13-15 and 17 mags so a super good idea by them to make every mag work even in the micro!!..the compact 3.7 stoeger is my favorite its like a better g26 and standards 13 rd mag
I really want to try the GX4 Carry. We have the STR9 but I would like to try the compact. We found it pleasant but everyone has different experiences. We found that it will take all the mags after the fact. It will be in our follow up video. I appreciate your input.
Very good review, a little long and slow.
Thanks for watching. We are working on shortening our content and speeding it up a bit.
Hi brother maybe your country usa but I am from Pakistan so share me guns delivery method please we need to Beretta 92fs
Sorry no idea on how to send guns to your country. I would check all local and international laws etc.
Ok thanks brother ok please check your laws I am the waiting but sir your from
Since we are not an exporter there is nothing we can do on our end. you would have to contact an exporter.
No way on a hipoint or Scyy under any circumstance. They are too bulky and made like dog crap. Good luck cleaning that pot metal piece of hi point garbage with its excessive weight and single stack magazine. The sccy trigger is horrendous, and the build quality and sights are garbage. Probably the GX4 over this simply because it takes Glock Sights and the magazines are more easily attainable, but I wouldn’t exclude this as an option.
I can agree with that. We need to get a GX4 back in house to test out since it has been a minute since we have tried one. Mags are a big factor in buying a gun. One thing we did not know is that it will take both the full size and compact mags for the STR9 series.
I have one just got it for $245..
Heck of a deal!
Where?
It's a hellcat with no aftermarket lol
Weird way of putting it but I agree
How do they make a reliable gun first shot and kel tec hasn't been able to to produce a reliable gun in more than 20 years
Years of experience from Beretta. They are owned by them so they may have had some input.
My PF 9 is as dependable as a Kimber micro nine is
doubt @@JamesHackett-kv4ki
One looks natural…..the other one does not
Can you clarify a little bit more.
@@fullyloadedreviews reply went to the wrong video before l could delete it
@@byronh77 no worries
No problem with Stoeger, imo, kinda ugly though
My mother said the same thing about me lol. I don’t disagree it won’t when any beauty pageants. But does a gun looking cool play into someone buying it?
Red finally got out and started doing gun reviews 👊🏼 I’m a Worker Sir 🫂
Yes I did… I don’t understand the last part of this comment but good on you.