I found this video to be very informative and helpful in making my decision as to whether or not I want to buy one. I don't like the two issues you pointed out and have to think long and hard whether I want to make this purchase. I have the FNP-45 USG, I love that gun. It does have a very slight amount of play in the backstrap but you really have to put some effort into exposing this amount of play, so not a big deal there. It does not have the same mag issue.
FNP is tried and tested...really one of the best guns on the market and not because of the price but because it is a very well engineered. FNX was simply made to spark sales in a market that overlooks the FNP for the most part due to Glock, Smith and Wesson M&P, Springfield XD and all these other guns with all these fancy features. Keep the features on the display case and give me a gun i can trust my life with. FNP all the way
I just bought a new FNX-9 at a gun shop here yesterday and found that it had these same magazine issues. I wish that I would have seen this video earlier and tested out the mag catch before purchasing it. Even slapping the magazine will not reliably seat the magazine; it works sometimes yet not enough. I'm a combat vet and I can tell you that "sometimes" won't cut it. I returned the FNX-9 today.
Just a heads up for those looking at the entire FNX line, I just picked up the FNX-40 today. I was wondering about the two issues he mentions in this, and I've found them to be non-issues, at least with the 40. I tried everything he showed with the magazine, no such issues. It locks first time, every time. The other issue, the backstrap, I'm not as sure about. Yes, it shifts a little, but its not noticeable when holding. Not sure if a problem when firing, we'll see.
Not a bad set of videos. No gun is perfect though. If all you can find is the mag catch and the backstrap then that is not much to complain about. Backstrap with a set screw will be more secure but if you lose that screw what happens? I have always been trained to seat a magazine firmly so the mag catch is no big issue. You seat it firmly everytime you know it is in and locked. Besides if in a situation you have to use it you will seat it firmly by reflex.
aloha brahadah!! nice review ty for all the info i was about to buy fnp then i changed my mind thinking of getting FNX hmm now im not buying any of it ill save extra and ill stick to my 1911 style..by the way im from kauai ...live aloha!!
I just bought this pistol and I have no problem what so ever with the mag catch. I do not even have to slide it forward. I believe something is wrong with your mag catch because the pistol I bought was chosen from two that the dealer had and he had one with the exact same issue. I checked the second one and it locks great every time no matter how I do it. Back strap....meh doesn't bother me.
Just bought an fnx-9. Great gun. I personally have had not a single problem with this gun. Very accurate very well made. I dont feel the magazine catch is a problem, at least for me because of the way i slap the mag in. As for the grip i would suggest finding the backstap that fits best for you(supplied with the gun). Then get a houge slip on grip( the grip made for the g17 and g22 will fit perfect) This gives the gun superb handling.
so would you go with the fnp9 or the fnx cause im looking to buy one and i have no clue which one is better i need someones opinion whos had felt both of them
@tactical2bagpipes M&P is a Nice Piece! In the 09 federal testing it sharexd the #1 and #2 spot alternating with the XD! Under the most extreme handling the M&P and XD were the best in the world, the FNH was in top 5. I personally love the FNH, it is at the piniccle of pistols with CZ! I have been the biggest Springfield fan but lately I am loving the FNH! And I say this from a combat situation, not some dude that shots at the range once in a while. I have 18 years combat experience, FNH is Tits
@CorruptArsenal213 Indeed I have Glocks,XD's,and M&Ps. I really have been considering a FNP-45. The only reason I haven't is the aspect of the high bore axis, and the whole DA/SA action. I know that the FNP is an absolutely fine pistol, but I have no need to switch back to a DA to SA trigger. I feel it is an obsolete design. I shoot USPSA and IDPA, and work in an armed profession as well (Combat veteran also). I just don't see a use for it my bases are covered with striker fired weapons.
@tactical2bagpipes I hear ya! When I served I would have loved to have had one. I guess it is personal preference, I dig them. Just like some dude like the old technology 1911's and I don't.
I think your issues with the magazine latch may have either been a problem with your single pistol or a problem that FNHusa may have fixed at some point. I have been looking at FNX's ever since your review came out and I have not seen this issue. I finally ordered the FNX Thursday and I get it on Tue. :0) Thanks for your review. I'll do a video response after I get some rounds down range.
Interesting... I love my FNP-9, though I do like some updates to the FNX. The Safety is nice, but I have no complaints about my de-cocker, I don't need an ambidextrous slide release either, I like that the FNP slide release is beefier as well. I do like the sights better on the FNX, and I like the multiple notched accessory rail. I don't need serrations on the front, and I agree on the screw for the back plate on the grip. The magazines really trouble me though, I've heard lot's of complaints...
@M5Beast tactically the slide stop / release should be a moot point, seeing as you shouldn't be training to use it anyway. Manually actuating the slide with the non-dominant hand is a gross motor skill that should be trained rather than trying to pull down the slide stop to release the slide.
I just purchased a unit that was manufactured in November of 2010 and it definitely does NOT have the magazine problem that is described here. I also consider the backstrap issue to be very minor and easily corrected. Thanks for the review.
I see your point with the magazine loading feature, it seems though like that is almost a nonissue. Looking at your hands when you load any pistol magazine, using the standard heel-slap method takes care of the pushing-forward motion you describe. It seems like a condition that exists if one wants it to exist, but if you load your weapon the way you load any other, it would not be an issue.
Hello friend from America, i really love your reviews. I have seen some more reviews about the FNX 40/ FNX 9. I am very interested in this gun, but the problem with the mag and the backstrap is more than critical. So i asked the other uploaders about this problems, and they told me that they dont have these problems. How could this be? Maybe you have a fault gun?
Hmm I have one of the fnx and mine does not have the mag problem .I just got it about 3 days ago and it works fine mabye fnp did some fine tuneing on it
Great review! You hit all the points. But man it seems like those two criticisms you had were really a miss on their part. That thing seems great in almost every way from all I've heard but those two issues kind of bring it down. I'm sure it's still a great pistol though and its very reasonably priced.
Look at the Springfield XD Modells and the new Glock Gen4 Modells. They made it very good with the changeable backstraps. It is not possible that this contruction of backstraps has play. They made it very simple.
Hello, i am very intersted in the FNX 40. But after i see this Review, i am gonna have some Problems with the FNX. What a bad construction with the magazine and the backstrap. I am from Germany, you will never have this problems with a german GUN (Walther, SIG, HK). How could a big Company like FN Herstal, bring this weapon with this problems on the market? What was the problem to use FNP mags in the FNX and use the same backstrap mechanism. A screw is one houndred time better than a mechanism.
thanks for the great review. i agree about the mag issue. why would they do that? then again, i could get used to it, so maybe not such a big deal. the backstrap issue is more of a deal breaker for me bc it could really affect your shot. :)
Just bought a FNX-9 and I also have the same issues, back-strap play and when I insert the magazine I have to push forward to 'lock' it in. I, also, noticed that there is some side to side play at the rear of the slide (slide to frame fit). But after owning M&P's and Glock's, I really like this gun.
I have some HK's but I like the fact the FNH actually like their civilian customers.
Good review I was considering this pistol but that magazine thing and backstrap thing would drive me nuts. Im picky about things like that on my pistols
So you prefer the FN P9 over the FNX, eh? Interesting. Yeah, I would be uneasy about the unsecured mag floor plate issue. The other thing that kind of bugged me was how kind of cheap-looking the frame looked (and that's not even addressing the back-strap issue, either!). I don't really understand why FN was in such a hurry to push the FNX series when the FN P was fine in the 3 main calibers. They could have done "versions" like HK does with the USP series, and later the P2000 series
You mentioned the FNX-9 fixed everything that the FNP-9 had wrong with it... What did the FNP-9 have wrong with it? I just purchased the FNP-9 and I'm a bit nervous now...lol
Great review!!!! :) Two days ago I purchased the FNP-9. It had the front serrations on the upper which was great!! I was pleasantly surprised... Is anything internally different between the two? Or is it mostly aesthetic? After watching your video you did a great job pointing out the pro's and con's of each. I'm glad I stuck with the FNP for now :) It was manufactured in Feb of 2010 if that helps... I am glad I stuck with the FNP-9 for the time being.. Thanks!
Do to the issue with the magazine locking in. Also I have heard issues with the back straps working loose. That's why I have stuck with the FNP. Maybe later if the issues get worked out.
Nice set of videos and good review. I didn't know about that magazine issue, glad you covered that. And I hate that backstrap retention mechanism too; I prefer the screw of the fnp9. FN could have designed it so the FNP mags work with the FNX mags. I guess by making them different and forcing you to buy all new mags they sell more and make more money. I find it distastefull when companies do that. Look at glock; one mag fits into multiple guns. I wish FN would have done that...
My wife decided this was the 9mm she wanted for her personal protection concealed handgun so we purchased one for her (stainless/black) and we really like it.
I agree on the magazine seating. It's not too bad with a less than full mag but with the full 17 rounds you have to make sure you put it in with extra force. Other than that it's amazing.
@angelofsmashyourface Excellent choice for self defense handgun. As for the magazine seating just repetition and practice and it shouldn't be an issue.
dakine425. Great review! I held one the other day and I am very interested in this firearm. I also noticed right off the play in the back strap. I did not really notice the mag not seating though. Have you shot the FNX in a IDPA match or done any IDPA practice with it? Thanks drkuhn6
i ve had the fnx for 2 weeks, put 200 rds thru it and im very impressed and happy with it, i dont have that mag issues, put the grip does have a tiny bit of play but that doesnt bother me one bit, everything else about this pistol makes up for it...i say its a great gun for a great deal, and super accurate
From Kohala on Big Island side. Live in Seattle but thats how the FNP came. Still get plenty out there with the 10 rounders from FN so I gotta the 16 rounders online
Good review bradda. I when pick up one FNP-9 buy trading my Taurus PT 709 and $80 at the gun show. Nice but came wit 3 ten round mags. Keep up the good reviews
@ccc2241 Thanks, the FNP9 is a great value. I think you made a good trade. Are you in Hawaii or something? or in a state with a 10 round magazine limit?
Attention to anyone watching this video or considering buying the FNX-9 i have talked to dakine425 and he asked me to announce that all the problems he is having with his FNX-9 are not encountered on other FNX-9 pistols.Only his handgun is having problems.I went to my buddy's gun shop and tested all 3 of the FNX-9 pistols he had. None of the problems occurred in the 3 i tested so dakine425 just got a bad one. Thanks
Holy FN herstal! I hope they fixed the back straps, and the mag catch. If ambidextrous prevents them making the two cuts in the mag then don't do it! I don't care if you can sell more 'cuz it says ambi. The FNP's mag release is switchable, and that's good enough. I don't know why the FNX can't seat mag's.
@canoeshoe If you can handle one in a local shop i would highly suggest it before writing it off. This may be more an issue of this sample. The FNP is still a great buy and if you can get a FNP USG even better.
@NIKON777 They may have well fixed it already, i haven't been seeing any more reports of the magazine issue, and i have an early model. The back strap issue i don't know though.
Just picked up an FNX 9 as well, and am having the same problems as you are, although on my model, the magazine problem isn't as pronounced. The magazine will seat partially if just pushed up on, but enough force down or a jolt will dislodge it. Have you made any headway in trying to remedy these problems with FNH?
Just picked up an FNX 9 as well, and am having the same problems as you are, although on my model, the magazine problem isn't as pronounced. The magazine will seat partially if just pushed up on, but enough force down or a jolt will dislodge it. Have you made any headway in trying to remedy these problems with FNH?
@elasticloud714 I was just told that this was the way it was designed. Although when my mags are seated they stay seated. I would call them and tell them about the mags dislodging. Does it happen with magazine full or empty or doesn't matter.
@dakine425 empty and full. After playing with my FNX for awhile it seems like the mag well is normal. I can really only get the magazine to not sit right if I try. Your model, though, doesn't seem right at all. Even if I push up on the magazine, it feels like the first latch catches; yours doesn't look like it catches at all.
@dakine425 - have you tried again with FNH to resolve this issue? Sometimes you just have to get the right person on the phone. I bet you find someone in the company who agrees that this is a problem on your sample and will help you remedy the situation. I had to go to 3 car dealerships before I got someone to admit my transmission was not performing properly and the manufacturer replaced it under warranty.
Good, critical review. It's such a nice gun, maybe you could just take it to a gunsmith and secure the grip if it bothers you; no gun is perfect. The peculiar mag design probably could be dealt with just through practice. Chances are in real life self defense you'll only need one mag to get the job done anyway. 17+1
With the backstraps, couldn't you technically "superglue" or adhere it to the frame? cause as you said, once you get your backstrap to the one you like. You aren't going to change it.
Nice review, It seems like more manufacturers are going to amidextriuos controls.
To bad about the magazine catch, that is just a bad design...I am sure it is related to the ambi release. Other than that it looks like a fine pistol.
@venturahwy76 True seems that more manufacturers are going towards ambi controls. As it should be, more options of everyone is a good thing. Thanks for watching
Call FNH and tell them about your problems, they may either be able to fix them or send you a gun without those problems. Additionally they may fix it in future guns for the rest of us. :)
@Jermonsta Thanks, I work weird hours so i've been corresponding via email. I have sent them a link to the video to look at. I've dealt with FNH before and they are a great company
Great review, thanks for posting it and being upfront about your findings. I have a FNP9 and was considering the FNX but the two flaws you found would probably cause me to sell that gun and keep the FNP9.
@dakine425 I ordered one new FNX and it came in to the dealer 10/06. I aked him to check out the magazines before i come in for it. All three magazines clicked audibly into place.
@ilsrwy27 I've never actually fired any of the pistols, but from what I hear, the FNP has very positive reviews. The FNX, being a newer model, has been getting somewhat mixed reviews. Which do you think I should go for? The X or the P?
@SPeacock I can't honestly tell you which gun to buy. Each shooter is different so you need to go to a gun shop and see which one fits your grip best and then shoot them to see which one you are more comfortable operating / most accurate with. If the gun is used for self-defense though, I would personally tend to buy one that has been around for a while so the bugs have been worked out, but that's just me.
Good review. Wouldn't be nice if all gun reviews were as willing to point out faults like this instead of "My new gun is so great!!!" or "This really expensive gun GIVEN to us by XXX company is perfect" -coughGunblastcough-
The safety does look a lot better on the FNX but that mag business is crazy.
@WillieD7 hah gunblast is a good guy. I try to say what i like and don't like. Looks like the problems i'm having could just be mine. I would highly suggest checking it out at a local shop if you can.
Very nice review braddah. I agree with MBeezil, that magazine catch is simply unacceptable. I can't imagine why they would design it that way, in a high stress situation that could definitely be a very bad thing. I do like all the ambi controls but it doesn't look like they really improved the design or functionality at all.
Hey thanks for the reply, You have done a nice job 5*s with the review, I think I am going to get one because I am a lefty and it would be nice for me.
FNH can easily fix that issue by redesigning the baseplate for the mag. Simple solution and happy customers. That will be my first pistol as soon as I recover from all the economic land mines I keep stepping on. Thanks for the videos!
@dakine425 Yeah, I've been following FNH since I applied for my concealed licence in 08. They are good people. Was hoping to have an FNP-40-USG by the time my CCL came in but...land mines... As you said its still to early to tell with all but one review in existence. I sure hope they aren't all like that, it could be costly.
Hmmm, well now I'm not so pissed I got the FNP-9 USG after all. Sounds like the original has some advantages over the newer FNX. I paid $459 out the door.
Hmmm, I'm still uncertain what to think. Heard alot of problems with the FNP series of pistols. They are somewhat pricey compared to other alternatives. I think I would take the M&P over it though. M&P is more ergonomic and has a lower bore axis.
I'd be interested in the FNP-45 as it holds 14 rounds but as I said. I've heard about problems with them. Also there is no aftermarket/holster options available for it.
Awesome 3 part series. I was sold until I saw the mag issue. I'm in the market for a full size 9MM for 2 gun at my local range. I have the XDM .40, but the 9MM has less recoil and is faster back on target, at least for me it is. I thought I found the one, but now I dont know???
@fatboyR6 If you see one at your shop take a look at it. It may just be mine. Do you still have your Glock 22 or 23? You could just get a conversion barrel to shoot the 2gun if they allow it.
Thank you for this series. I have been looking at both of these pistols for a while now and these videos have really helped. I like the FNX but that magazine issue is really bothering me. I think that one thing will make me go with the FNP. Under stress I want to know that the magazine is going to lock in place without having to fiddle with it. Do you think the FNX is still worth it even with the two issues you mentioned? Thanks again!
@edgedweapon88 It may well be just my FNX, i don't have any to compare it to. If you see it in the gunshop i would definitely take a look at it. I did send this video to FNH-USA so we'll see what their response is.
Very good review; thank you.
CogsUSA 3 days ago
Yikes, FNH must have been high off their ass when they designed the magazine mechanism. That could get someone killed in a combat situation.
austinguy23 2 weeks ago
I found this video to be very informative and helpful in making my decision as to whether or not I want to buy one. I don't like the two issues you pointed out and have to think long and hard whether I want to make this purchase. I have the FNP-45 USG, I love that gun. It does have a very slight amount of play in the backstrap but you really have to put some effort into exposing this amount of play, so not a big deal there. It does not have the same mag issue.
DrJekyl30 3 months ago
does anyone know what serial number range has the mag issues? I saw a fnx 40 at my lgs recently and it was flawless.
NoGolfKarts 5 months ago
FNP is tried and tested...really one of the best guns on the market and not because of the price but because it is a very well engineered. FNX was simply made to spark sales in a market that overlooks the FNP for the most part due to Glock, Smith and Wesson M&P, Springfield XD and all these other guns with all these fancy features. Keep the features on the display case and give me a gun i can trust my life with. FNP all the way
lEgaLiZeVOLVE 5 months ago
Bad news bro, I just bought a fnx9 today and thede is no magazine lock the way you showed. I slid it up and it locked perfectly. Takes your's back.
zamardii12 5 months ago
Can anyone comment on whether this would be good for conceal carry? I was thinking of using it with a shoulder holster. Any thoughts or comments?
zamardii12 5 months ago
wowwwww, thanks for explaining the magazine catch before i was about to waste my money on this awesome gun with a horrible flaw
texasoutlaw979 5 months ago
I just bought a new FNX-9 at a gun shop here yesterday and found that it had these same magazine issues. I wish that I would have seen this video earlier and tested out the mag catch before purchasing it. Even slapping the magazine will not reliably seat the magazine; it works sometimes yet not enough. I'm a combat vet and I can tell you that "sometimes" won't cut it. I returned the FNX-9 today.
OutGunned321 8 months ago
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rookshunter 9 months ago
Just a heads up for those looking at the entire FNX line, I just picked up the FNX-40 today. I was wondering about the two issues he mentions in this, and I've found them to be non-issues, at least with the 40. I tried everything he showed with the magazine, no such issues. It locks first time, every time. The other issue, the backstrap, I'm not as sure about. Yes, it shifts a little, but its not noticeable when holding. Not sure if a problem when firing, we'll see.
rookshunter 9 months ago
any idea if the FNP barrel will fit in the FNX?? im tryin to buy a threaded barrel for my FNX but all i can find are FNP barrels.
partypantz 9 months ago
i hope you got an earlier one and the magazine catch has been resolved cause i was really interested in this pistol.
FUdirtbag 9 months ago
I notice that you had a CZ P07 as well. Compared to this which one did you like better?
oldannyboy37 10 months ago
I didn't keep my FNX either, just never felt great in my hands. Ending up selling it and purchasing an FNP 357 sig instead..
Armando1228 10 months ago
Not a bad set of videos. No gun is perfect though. If all you can find is the mag catch and the backstrap then that is not much to complain about. Backstrap with a set screw will be more secure but if you lose that screw what happens? I have always been trained to seat a magazine firmly so the mag catch is no big issue. You seat it firmly everytime you know it is in and locked. Besides if in a situation you have to use it you will seat it firmly by reflex.
tbear79072a 10 months ago
aloha brahadah!! nice review ty for all the info i was about to buy fnp then i changed my mind thinking of getting FNX hmm now im not buying any of it ill save extra and ill stick to my 1911 style..by the way im from kauai ...live aloha!!
pinoykillaz 10 months ago
I just bought this pistol and I have no problem what so ever with the mag catch. I do not even have to slide it forward. I believe something is wrong with your mag catch because the pistol I bought was chosen from two that the dealer had and he had one with the exact same issue. I checked the second one and it locks great every time no matter how I do it. Back strap....meh doesn't bother me.
shootzeglass 11 months ago
Agree with you on the backstrap with the screw. I have an FNX 40 and 1 out of the 4 didn't side into place.
FuzionTR 11 months ago
Just bought an fnx-9. Great gun. I personally have had not a single problem with this gun. Very accurate very well made. I dont feel the magazine catch is a problem, at least for me because of the way i slap the mag in. As for the grip i would suggest finding the backstap that fits best for you(supplied with the gun). Then get a houge slip on grip( the grip made for the g17 and g22 will fit perfect) This gives the gun superb handling.
jgRyanD 11 months ago
so would you go with the fnp9 or the fnx cause im looking to buy one and i have no clue which one is better i need someones opinion whos had felt both of them
theunknown0098 11 months ago
do you think this gun could be used for concealed carry?
Thanks for the video. Great review(s)
jumper87 1 year ago
just one more reason to carry a S&W M&P instead of an FN
tactical2bagpipes 1 year ago
@tactical2bagpipes M&P is a Nice Piece! In the 09 federal testing it sharexd the #1 and #2 spot alternating with the XD! Under the most extreme handling the M&P and XD were the best in the world, the FNH was in top 5. I personally love the FNH, it is at the piniccle of pistols with CZ! I have been the biggest Springfield fan but lately I am loving the FNH! And I say this from a combat situation, not some dude that shots at the range once in a while. I have 18 years combat experience, FNH is Tits
CorruptArsenal213 1 year ago
@CorruptArsenal213 Indeed I have Glocks,XD's,and M&Ps. I really have been considering a FNP-45. The only reason I haven't is the aspect of the high bore axis, and the whole DA/SA action. I know that the FNP is an absolutely fine pistol, but I have no need to switch back to a DA to SA trigger. I feel it is an obsolete design. I shoot USPSA and IDPA, and work in an armed profession as well (Combat veteran also). I just don't see a use for it my bases are covered with striker fired weapons.
tactical2bagpipes 1 year ago
@tactical2bagpipes I hear ya! When I served I would have loved to have had one. I guess it is personal preference, I dig them. Just like some dude like the old technology 1911's and I don't.
CorruptArsenal213 1 year ago
I think your issues with the magazine latch may have either been a problem with your single pistol or a problem that FNHusa may have fixed at some point. I have been looking at FNX's ever since your review came out and I have not seen this issue. I finally ordered the FNX Thursday and I get it on Tue. :0) Thanks for your review. I'll do a video response after I get some rounds down range.
wolvee123 1 year ago
Interesting... I love my FNP-9, though I do like some updates to the FNX. The Safety is nice, but I have no complaints about my de-cocker, I don't need an ambidextrous slide release either, I like that the FNP slide release is beefier as well. I do like the sights better on the FNX, and I like the multiple notched accessory rail. I don't need serrations on the front, and I agree on the screw for the back plate on the grip. The magazines really trouble me though, I've heard lot's of complaints...
M5Beast 1 year ago
@M5Beast tactically the slide stop / release should be a moot point, seeing as you shouldn't be training to use it anyway. Manually actuating the slide with the non-dominant hand is a gross motor skill that should be trained rather than trying to pull down the slide stop to release the slide.
tactical2bagpipes 1 year ago
I just purchased a unit that was manufactured in November of 2010 and it definitely does NOT have the magazine problem that is described here. I also consider the backstrap issue to be very minor and easily corrected. Thanks for the review.
imbok 1 year ago
I see your point with the magazine loading feature, it seems though like that is almost a nonissue. Looking at your hands when you load any pistol magazine, using the standard heel-slap method takes care of the pushing-forward motion you describe. It seems like a condition that exists if one wants it to exist, but if you load your weapon the way you load any other, it would not be an issue.
PaleHorseWC2 1 year ago
Hello friend from America, i really love your reviews. I have seen some more reviews about the FNX 40/ FNX 9. I am very interested in this gun, but the problem with the mag and the backstrap is more than critical. So i asked the other uploaders about this problems, and they told me that they dont have these problems. How could this be? Maybe you have a fault gun?
Golfather136 1 year ago
Hmm I have one of the fnx and mine does not have the mag problem .I just got it about 3 days ago and it works fine mabye fnp did some fine tuneing on it
nighthunter1962 1 year ago
@nighthunter1962 Do you have the problem with the backstrap (It has too much play)?
Golfather136 1 year ago
@Golfather136 Yes the back strqap still has some play in it .I just too some loc-tite and used it to hold it in place on the locking pin
nighthunter1962 1 year ago
Great review! You hit all the points. But man it seems like those two criticisms you had were really a miss on their part. That thing seems great in almost every way from all I've heard but those two issues kind of bring it down. I'm sure it's still a great pistol though and its very reasonably priced.
duragezic 1 year ago
Good review. I am considering buying this pistol.
Mqiu891104 1 year ago
Thanks for pointing out the flaws. Not enough reviews do it, which is the most important. Picked up the FNP-9 instead though.
PFULMTL 1 year ago
Do either of these have a magazine disconnect safety? (preventing the weapon from firing without a magazine inserted)
barccy 1 year ago
Look at the Springfield XD Modells and the new Glock Gen4 Modells. They made it very good with the changeable backstraps. It is not possible that this contruction of backstraps has play. They made it very simple.
Golfather136 1 year ago
Hello, i am very intersted in the FNX 40. But after i see this Review, i am gonna have some Problems with the FNX. What a bad construction with the magazine and the backstrap. I am from Germany, you will never have this problems with a german GUN (Walther, SIG, HK). How could a big Company like FN Herstal, bring this weapon with this problems on the market? What was the problem to use FNP mags in the FNX and use the same backstrap mechanism. A screw is one houndred time better than a mechanism.
Golfather136 1 year ago
thanks for the great review. i agree about the mag issue. why would they do that? then again, i could get used to it, so maybe not such a big deal. the backstrap issue is more of a deal breaker for me bc it could really affect your shot. :)
redcs13ab 1 year ago
good review. i like the design but with that magazine release and the grip. It's not worth buying that. It's my personal opinion. Thanks man
kaiair 1 year ago
How does the cost of the FNX compare to that of the FNP?
overendc 1 year ago
Just bought a FNX-9 and I also have the same issues, back-strap play and when I insert the magazine I have to push forward to 'lock' it in. I, also, noticed that there is some side to side play at the rear of the slide (slide to frame fit). But after owning M&P's and Glock's, I really like this gun.
I have some HK's but I like the fact the FNH actually like their civilian customers.
TacoBill83 1 year ago
Good review I was considering this pistol but that magazine thing and backstrap thing would drive me nuts. Im picky about things like that on my pistols
Nicho2177 1 year ago
hi do you consider your hands short? coz i have short hands and im hoping fnx9 can accomodate short hands XD
losunimo88 1 year ago
@dakine425:
So you prefer the FN P9 over the FNX, eh? Interesting. Yeah, I would be uneasy about the unsecured mag floor plate issue. The other thing that kind of bugged me was how kind of cheap-looking the frame looked (and that's not even addressing the back-strap issue, either!). I don't really understand why FN was in such a hurry to push the FNX series when the FN P was fine in the 3 main calibers. They could have done "versions" like HK does with the USP series, and later the P2000 series
Zeitgeist74 1 year ago
@Zeitgeist74 There are some features that i think improve the controls on the FNX from the FNP. Of course it's all preference.
dakine425 1 year ago
You mentioned the FNX-9 fixed everything that the FNP-9 had wrong with it... What did the FNP-9 have wrong with it? I just purchased the FNP-9 and I'm a bit nervous now...lol
petewerkowitch 1 year ago
@petewerkowitch DO NOT be worried about your purchase. The differences in features or controls are just my opinion. They are both excellent pistols.
dakine425 1 year ago
Great review!!!! :) Two days ago I purchased the FNP-9. It had the front serrations on the upper which was great!! I was pleasantly surprised... Is anything internally different between the two? Or is it mostly aesthetic? After watching your video you did a great job pointing out the pro's and con's of each. I'm glad I stuck with the FNP for now :) It was manufactured in Feb of 2010 if that helps... I am glad I stuck with the FNP-9 for the time being.. Thanks!
petewerkowitch 1 year ago
Nice 3 clip review. Thanks!!
aphex4000 1 year ago
@aphex4000 Thanks for checking them out.
dakine425 1 year ago
Thank you for the review. Pointing out the magazine attachment point issue and loose backstrap are what pushed me towards the H&K P30.
Cheers.
JonathanEConley 1 year ago
@JonathanEConley P30 is an excellent pistol. Google HK P30 torture test and you'll see a progression of 100,000 rounds through a P30.
dakine425 1 year ago
Do to the issue with the magazine locking in. Also I have heard issues with the back straps working loose. That's why I have stuck with the FNP. Maybe later if the issues get worked out.
Patriot1790 1 year ago
so did you end up keeping the gun?
mycrx89 1 year ago
@mycrx89 I did not, BUT i am the type that rotates my inventory a LOT. I still think the FNX is a great pistol and FNH is a great company.
dakine425 1 year ago
Nice set of videos and good review. I didn't know about that magazine issue, glad you covered that. And I hate that backstrap retention mechanism too; I prefer the screw of the fnp9. FN could have designed it so the FNP mags work with the FNX mags. I guess by making them different and forcing you to buy all new mags they sell more and make more money. I find it distastefull when companies do that. Look at glock; one mag fits into multiple guns. I wish FN would have done that...
urbantacticool 1 year ago
@urbantacticool changing magazine design is pretty irritating, having to buy new ones. and they are not cheap.
dakine425 1 year ago
I was looking at getting the fnx 9, but the way that the mag catch is designed is a real deal breaker for me. Looked like a good sig alternative.
makun16 1 year ago
That magazine release is a major problem. Having to slide the magazine forward to catch could get you killed in a bad situation.
NationalExpositor 1 year ago
@NationalExpositor Looks like the issue might have been with earlier models.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 7 month old post, but I was looking at one today, and I did not have to slide it forward to lock.
dbmers 9 months ago
The new FNP's have the front serrations too.
lookitcrashed 1 year ago
@lookitcrashed I saw that, even though i hardly use the front serrations i do like the looks of it.
dakine425 1 year ago
dakine425, given the choice of an fnp-9 (the newer fnp-9s have a manual safety too) or fnx-9, which would you pick?
donotstealmythunder 1 year ago
@donotstealmythunder I think i would go with the FNX
dakine425 1 year ago
My wife decided this was the 9mm she wanted for her personal protection concealed handgun so we purchased one for her (stainless/black) and we really like it.
I agree on the magazine seating. It's not too bad with a less than full mag but with the full 17 rounds you have to make sure you put it in with extra force. Other than that it's amazing.
angelofsmashyourface 1 year ago
@angelofsmashyourface Excellent choice for self defense handgun. As for the magazine seating just repetition and practice and it shouldn't be an issue.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 Is it just your FNX that has the magazine seating issue or is it a commonplace problem?
SPeacock 1 year ago
dakine425. Great review! I held one the other day and I am very interested in this firearm. I also noticed right off the play in the back strap. I did not really notice the mag not seating though. Have you shot the FNX in a IDPA match or done any IDPA practice with it? Thanks drkuhn6
drkuhn6 1 year ago
@drkuhn6 i didn't get a chance to use it in an IDPA match but i did use it in a USPSA match, no malfunctions
dakine425 1 year ago
Looks like an FNP-45 but in a 9 mil.
saved03 1 year ago
@saved03 basically it is.
dakine425 1 year ago
i ve had the fnx for 2 weeks, put 200 rds thru it and im very impressed and happy with it, i dont have that mag issues, put the grip does have a tiny bit of play but that doesnt bother me one bit, everything else about this pistol makes up for it...i say its a great gun for a great deal, and super accurate
hugobossman100 1 year ago
@hugobossman100 It is a great pistol, some people have just crazy glued the grip panel if they know they're not going to change the grip.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 thats what i plan on doing
lookitcrashed 1 year ago
are they making a USG model?
mickeynel 1 year ago
@mickeynel don't think they're making a USG FNX although i could be wrong.
dakine425 1 year ago
From Kohala on Big Island side. Live in Seattle but thats how the FNP came. Still get plenty out there with the 10 rounders from FN so I gotta the 16 rounders online
ccc2241 1 year ago
@ccc2241 Oh right on, i'm in Washington too
dakine425 1 year ago
Good review bradda. I when pick up one FNP-9 buy trading my Taurus PT 709 and $80 at the gun show. Nice but came wit 3 ten round mags. Keep up the good reviews
ccc2241 1 year ago
@ccc2241 Thanks, the FNP9 is a great value. I think you made a good trade. Are you in Hawaii or something? or in a state with a 10 round magazine limit?
dakine425 1 year ago
Attention to anyone watching this video or considering buying the FNX-9 i have talked to dakine425 and he asked me to announce that all the problems he is having with his FNX-9 are not encountered on other FNX-9 pistols.Only his handgun is having problems.I went to my buddy's gun shop and tested all 3 of the FNX-9 pistols he had. None of the problems occurred in the 3 i tested so dakine425 just got a bad one. Thanks
kowa45 1 year ago
FNX-9 problems
kowa45 1 year ago
Really good reviews dakine.. I think this will be my next pistol
Nicho2177 1 year ago
Holy FN herstal! I hope they fixed the back straps, and the mag catch. If ambidextrous prevents them making the two cuts in the mag then don't do it! I don't care if you can sell more 'cuz it says ambi. The FNP's mag release is switchable, and that's good enough. I don't know why the FNX can't seat mag's.
AfroSchmuck 1 year ago
wow...that latch is really annoying. Imagine in an emergency and your mag fell off..
Blazingspitfire 1 year ago
@Blazingspitfire
I have a feeling in an emergency you'd load the magazine with the palm of your hand and thus seat the magazine as he showed in the video...
psychoticlittlefox 1 year ago
that mag is an issue!!!!! i guess i would buy the fnp9.... that mag crap latch just swayed my purchase!!
canoeshoe 1 year ago
@canoeshoe If you can handle one in a local shop i would highly suggest it before writing it off. This may be more an issue of this sample. The FNP is still a great buy and if you can get a FNP USG even better.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 keep us updated on that mag release, I REALLY APPRECIATE the Review though!
canoeshoe 1 year ago
I think the FN rep was shining you on. I have a feeling theyre gonna address the mag and backstrap issues.
NIKON777 1 year ago
@NIKON777 They may have well fixed it already, i haven't been seeing any more reports of the magazine issue, and i have an early model. The back strap issue i don't know though.
dakine425 1 year ago
Just picked up an FNX 9 as well, and am having the same problems as you are, although on my model, the magazine problem isn't as pronounced. The magazine will seat partially if just pushed up on, but enough force down or a jolt will dislodge it. Have you made any headway in trying to remedy these problems with FNH?
elasticloud714 1 year ago
Just picked up an FNX 9 as well, and am having the same problems as you are, although on my model, the magazine problem isn't as pronounced. The magazine will seat partially if just pushed up on, but enough force down or a jolt will dislodge it. Have you made any headway in trying to remedy these problems with FNH?
elasticloud714 1 year ago
@elasticloud714 I was just told that this was the way it was designed. Although when my mags are seated they stay seated. I would call them and tell them about the mags dislodging. Does it happen with magazine full or empty or doesn't matter.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 empty and full. After playing with my FNX for awhile it seems like the mag well is normal. I can really only get the magazine to not sit right if I try. Your model, though, doesn't seem right at all. Even if I push up on the magazine, it feels like the first latch catches; yours doesn't look like it catches at all.
elasticloud714 1 year ago
@elasticloud714 forgot to ask, what number is yours? Maybe you got one of the first ones out and it just wasn't up to snuff. Mine is right under 550.
elasticloud714 1 year ago
@elasticloud714 mine was under 170, so one of the earlier ones
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425
@dakine425 - have you tried again with FNH to resolve this issue? Sometimes you just have to get the right person on the phone. I bet you find someone in the company who agrees that this is a problem on your sample and will help you remedy the situation. I had to go to 3 car dealerships before I got someone to admit my transmission was not performing properly and the manufacturer replaced it under warranty.
alxra 1 year ago
I may have missed it but does it use FNP mags?
bob1bob2bobbob 1 year ago
@bob1bob2bobbob Nope magazines are different. I wish it did take the old magazines. I like them better.
dakine425 1 year ago
Good, critical review. It's such a nice gun, maybe you could just take it to a gunsmith and secure the grip if it bothers you; no gun is perfect. The peculiar mag design probably could be dealt with just through practice. Chances are in real life self defense you'll only need one mag to get the job done anyway. 17+1
retthok 1 year ago
With the backstraps, couldn't you technically "superglue" or adhere it to the frame? cause as you said, once you get your backstrap to the one you like. You aren't going to change it.
FIyingPengwin 1 year ago
Great review. I'm left handed and have been looking forward to this gun for a while. Thanks.
BioHazard74D 1 year ago
@BioHazard74D I think you will like it, check it out and handle it if your local store has on. Better yet see if a range has it for rent.
dakine425 1 year ago
Nice review, It seems like more manufacturers are going to amidextriuos controls.
To bad about the magazine catch, that is just a bad design...I am sure it is related to the ambi release. Other than that it looks like a fine pistol.
venturahwy76 1 year ago
@venturahwy76 True seems that more manufacturers are going towards ambi controls. As it should be, more options of everyone is a good thing. Thanks for watching
dakine425 1 year ago
This would have been my polymer semiauto if not for your finding of these two design imperfections.
I'll wait for the FNY9 or FNZ9.
pccchurch 1 year ago
@pccchurch If you see one at your local shop, try handling it. See if it has the same issues that i have. If not i would pick one up.
dakine425 1 year ago
Good job.
Call FNH and tell them about your problems, they may either be able to fix them or send you a gun without those problems. Additionally they may fix it in future guns for the rest of us. :)
Jermonsta 1 year ago
@Jermonsta Thanks, I work weird hours so i've been corresponding via email. I have sent them a link to the video to look at. I've dealt with FNH before and they are a great company
dakine425 1 year ago
Great review, thanks for posting it and being upfront about your findings. I have a FNP9 and was considering the FNX but the two flaws you found would probably cause me to sell that gun and keep the FNP9.
ilsrwy27 1 year ago
@ilsrwy27 If you have a chance to look at it in a gun shop i would still highly recommend it. It seems some FNX don't have the problem I have.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 I ordered one new FNX and it came in to the dealer 10/06. I aked him to check out the magazines before i come in for it. All three magazines clicked audibly into place.
Perhaps the matter has been addressed. Beaconoil
beaconoil 1 year ago
@ilsrwy27 I've never actually fired any of the pistols, but from what I hear, the FNP has very positive reviews. The FNX, being a newer model, has been getting somewhat mixed reviews. Which do you think I should go for? The X or the P?
SPeacock 1 year ago
@SPeacock I can't honestly tell you which gun to buy. Each shooter is different so you need to go to a gun shop and see which one fits your grip best and then shoot them to see which one you are more comfortable operating / most accurate with. If the gun is used for self-defense though, I would personally tend to buy one that has been around for a while so the bugs have been worked out, but that's just me.
ilsrwy27 1 year ago
Very nice reviews. Enjoyed all 3 of them. Very informative.
Takasnooze 1 year ago
@Takasnooze Thanks for checking out the videos.
dakine425 1 year ago
Good review. Wouldn't be nice if all gun reviews were as willing to point out faults like this instead of "My new gun is so great!!!" or "This really expensive gun GIVEN to us by XXX company is perfect" -coughGunblastcough-
The safety does look a lot better on the FNX but that mag business is crazy.
WillieD7 1 year ago
@WillieD7 hah gunblast is a good guy. I try to say what i like and don't like. Looks like the problems i'm having could just be mine. I would highly suggest checking it out at a local shop if you can.
dakine425 1 year ago
Very nice review braddah. I agree with MBeezil, that magazine catch is simply unacceptable. I can't imagine why they would design it that way, in a high stress situation that could definitely be a very bad thing. I do like all the ambi controls but it doesn't look like they really improved the design or functionality at all.
APD221 1 year ago
@APD221 Thanks man, Still waiting to see if it's common on other FNX pistols or it's just mine.
dakine425 1 year ago
sometimes I think designers change stuff that doesnt need it to justify their position
practicalskills 1 year ago
@practicalskills hah guess it's true, there are some things i wish they kept.
dakine425 1 year ago
Really liked your like's and Dislike's... great Three Part series.
goddieone 1 year ago
@goddieone Thanks, tried to be unbiased. Still trying to figure out if it's just my FNX or are all the FNX the same.
dakine425 1 year ago
Thanks for the great reviews !
krazy45cat 1 year ago
@krazy45cat Thanks for checking them out. You got great videos too.
dakine425 1 year ago
Wow, the way your mag seats is jacked up!! I'd be pissed.
MBeezil 1 year ago
@MBeezil I've dealt with FNH before and they are a great company, unlike some other manufacturers. Hopefully i'll have an update video to follow.
dakine425 1 year ago
excellent video. great points, both positive and negative.
deleriumman 1 year ago
@deleriumman Thanks, hope to have a lot more in the future
dakine425 1 year ago
Hey thanks for the reply, You have done a nice job 5*s with the review, I think I am going to get one because I am a lefty and it would be nice for me.
dbi1036 1 year ago 2
@dbi1036 Make sure you check those thing i talked about in the video at the shop. If it doesn't have those problems definitely pick one up
dakine425 1 year ago
FNH can easily fix that issue by redesigning the baseplate for the mag. Simple solution and happy customers. That will be my first pistol as soon as I recover from all the economic land mines I keep stepping on. Thanks for the videos!
L0rdpr0t3us 1 year ago
@L0rdpr0t3us FNH is a great company. Hopefully it's just my pistol. I don't have another FNX to compare it to.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 Yeah, I've been following FNH since I applied for my concealed licence in 08. They are good people. Was hoping to have an FNP-40-USG by the time my CCL came in but...land mines... As you said its still to early to tell with all but one review in existence. I sure hope they aren't all like that, it could be costly.
L0rdpr0t3us 1 year ago
Hmmm, well now I'm not so pissed I got the FNP-9 USG after all. Sounds like the original has some advantages over the newer FNX. I paid $459 out the door.
NIKON777 1 year ago
@NIKON777 That's a good deal, the USGs are solid pistols. Like i said i am a fan of FNH.
dakine425 1 year ago
Hey I like that gun, send it to me for review! lol j/k....
humans4targets2 1 year ago
@humans4targets2
lol okay nutnfancy!
filo4life11 1 year ago
@filo4life11 :)
dakine425 1 year ago
@humans4targets2 Ya know if you were in the same state I would definitely let ya borrow for a review:)
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 I bet you would, you are a nice guy
humans4targets2 1 year ago
That mag feature is stupid.
diderr01 1 year ago
@diderr01 I really hope it's just a flaw with the pistol i have and not the way they designed it.
dakine425 1 year ago
Hmmm, I'm still uncertain what to think. Heard alot of problems with the FNP series of pistols. They are somewhat pricey compared to other alternatives. I think I would take the M&P over it though. M&P is more ergonomic and has a lower bore axis.
I'd be interested in the FNP-45 as it holds 14 rounds but as I said. I've heard about problems with them. Also there is no aftermarket/holster options available for it.
Forgoten214 1 year ago
great video, you pointed out some things that I wouldn't like either.
cromer77 1 year ago
@cromer77 Hopefully it's just my gun and not actually the way it was designed
dakine425 1 year ago
Wow! thanks for the REVIEW because I was thinking of getting one, Can I ask you how much you paid for it? Thanks
dbi1036 1 year ago
@dbi1036 Thanks, got it for 550.00 total
dakine425 1 year ago
That's why there are so many Glocks out there, they just run.
biguy525 1 year ago
Very nice Peace!
lookin4memarbles 1 year ago
@lookin4memarbles Thanks man
dakine425 1 year ago
Awesome 3 part series. I was sold until I saw the mag issue. I'm in the market for a full size 9MM for 2 gun at my local range. I have the XDM .40, but the 9MM has less recoil and is faster back on target, at least for me it is. I thought I found the one, but now I dont know???
fatboyR6 1 year ago
@fatboyR6 If you see one at your shop take a look at it. It may just be mine. Do you still have your Glock 22 or 23? You could just get a conversion barrel to shoot the 2gun if they allow it.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 conversion is a good idea...thanks. I did get a pistol today, but I got a 1911. Price was to good to pass on.
fatboyR6 1 year ago
@fatboyR6 There needs to be a video soon.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 I got a quick video up of it and a bunch of other gear I bought. Check it out.
fatboyR6 1 year ago
See if FNH will fix that mag problem under warranty. Great review! Thanx
okiinu 1 year ago
@okiinu I already contacted them and also send this video. Wating for a reply
dakine425 1 year ago
Thank you for this series. I have been looking at both of these pistols for a while now and these videos have really helped. I like the FNX but that magazine issue is really bothering me. I think that one thing will make me go with the FNP. Under stress I want to know that the magazine is going to lock in place without having to fiddle with it. Do you think the FNX is still worth it even with the two issues you mentioned? Thanks again!
edgedweapon88 1 year ago
@edgedweapon88 It may well be just my FNX, i don't have any to compare it to. If you see it in the gunshop i would definitely take a look at it. I did send this video to FNH-USA so we'll see what their response is.
dakine425 1 year ago
@dakine425 Thank you for the info. If you hear back from them I would love to hear what they had to say. Thanks again.
edgedweapon88 1 year ago
I like that "lockup" sound. Makes you feel warm and fuzzy
Derail07 1 year ago