Saw this gun the other day online and am really interested in it. If you own one or have handled one please chime in.
Thanks,
Brian
Anyone own a boberg xr9?
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Re: Anyone own a boberg xr9?
I have a good friend that has the xr9-s... he waited about 2 years for it!
Here's what I noticed:
First, the PERCEIVED length of the barrel is incredibly short. Even though the actual barrel length is longer than most pistols in it's class, I don't like the idea that I can almost cover the muzzle with the tip of my trigger finger when it is straight. This, however, is very good for velocity. Velocity for this size handgun is much better than it's class competitors. It is also rated for *some* +P rounds.
Second, since it's a DAO gun, the hammer moves as you pull the loooong creep trigger. The hammer, in it's case, is a wide metal flap piece, slightly bigger than the area of a dime. This is incredibly distracting, and a potentially dangerous snag/trap area. The one I used was a pocket-lint trap.
Third, loading the magazine is VERY unusual. The tip of the rounds are actually facing towards the unexposed area of the magazine feed lips. But, can't complain too much because it's a 9mm in the size of an LCP.
I can't comment on it's reliability, but I can tell you I shot ~50 rds WWB, all successful.
It definitely an interesting firearm, but not my cup of tea. Pricey too. Have fun with it if you get it!
Here's what I noticed:
First, the PERCEIVED length of the barrel is incredibly short. Even though the actual barrel length is longer than most pistols in it's class, I don't like the idea that I can almost cover the muzzle with the tip of my trigger finger when it is straight. This, however, is very good for velocity. Velocity for this size handgun is much better than it's class competitors. It is also rated for *some* +P rounds.
Second, since it's a DAO gun, the hammer moves as you pull the loooong creep trigger. The hammer, in it's case, is a wide metal flap piece, slightly bigger than the area of a dime. This is incredibly distracting, and a potentially dangerous snag/trap area. The one I used was a pocket-lint trap.
Third, loading the magazine is VERY unusual. The tip of the rounds are actually facing towards the unexposed area of the magazine feed lips. But, can't complain too much because it's a 9mm in the size of an LCP.
I can't comment on it's reliability, but I can tell you I shot ~50 rds WWB, all successful.
It definitely an interesting firearm, but not my cup of tea. Pricey too. Have fun with it if you get it!
