FN 509 Compact Tactical: New Suppressor & Optics-Ready Compact Pistol

By Mike Detty

FN originally developed its 509 pistol for the Army’s Modular Handgun Systems (MHS) trial. And while the FN gun didn’t win the contract, the 509 certainly won the civilian market. FN America introduced the gun in 2017 several different variations have since appeared, including a mid-size gun with a slightly abbreviated grip frame and reduced capacity, as well as Tactical models with suppressor sights and a threaded muzzles. Just this past January, FN introduced its new 509 Compact model with a slightly shortened barrel and grip frame. Now in mid-May 2020, FN just announced its 509 Compact Tactical. I’ve had a sample to work with the last couple weeks and I have to say that I am impressed!

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My test pistol possesses an FDE finish with parts like the magazine release, takedown lever, barrel and extractor finished in black for a pleasing contrast. FN America outfits the slide with Trijicon Tritium suppressor height sights. Meanwhile, the slide cap has raised wings to protect the rear sight from blows that might affect …Read the Rest

Source:: Tactical Life