American Rifleman Tests the Comp-Equipped Canik Prime Radian Carry Pistol

American Rifleman reviewer Jeff Thomas tested the Canik Prime Radian, a version of the Mete MC9 Prime that ships with Radian Weapons' barrel, compensator, backstrap and magazine well installed at the factory.

Key points

• Price and value: The full pistol package lists at $899, while Thomas estimates the same Radian parts would cost about $550 if added to a SIG Sauer P365.
• Size: The pistol measures 6.9 inches long, 1.2 inches wide and 24.7 ounces unloaded, heavier than the Glock G19, G48, G43X and SIG P365 XMacro in his comparison.
• Trigger: Thomas calls it the best-feeling trigger among polymer striker-fired pistols, breaking crisply at 90 degrees somewhere between 4 and 5 pounds with a tactile reset.
• Accuracy: Bench groups averaged just under 2 inches at 7 yards with both 115- and 147-grain loads, and the Ramjet barrel and Afterburner comp kept muzzle flip down during fast work on steel.
• Extras: It comes with two magazines, a loading tool, several backstraps, cleaning gear, a lock, an inside-the-waistband Kydex holster and a hard case, in Prime Grey or black at the same price.

Quick take

Thomas found the Radian mag well gave a consistent, locked-in grip and noted the magazine release ejected empties faster than any other pistol he handled. He concludes the U.S.-made pistol is as good as or better than the most popular carry guns, and suggests it may be the current benchmark for a moderately priced carry pistol.

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