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        Steyr L9-A2

        Steyr L9 A2

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        • ✓Low bore axis
        • ✓Great ergonomics
        • ✗Hard to find holsters
        • ✗Lack of aftermarket

        Editor’s Note: The Steyr L9-A2 MF is the second generation of Steyr's M-series of striker-fired, polymer-framed handguns. These pistols have a 17+1 capacity, a 4.5-inch barrel, and a fairly crisp trigger that breaks at around 4.5 pounds. Shooters will enjoy a very high grip and an extremely low bore axis thanks to the aggressive ergonomic choices and grip angle of the L9-A2. Trapezoidal sights, adjustable backstraps, adjustable palm swell panels, and a flared magwell are among the other features found on these guns. All of these features make for a very flat-shooting and soft-recoiling pistol that rides securely in the hand.

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        Features

        Low bore axis
        Great ergonomics
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        Lack of aftermarket

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        Accuracy
        The trapezoidal sights are definitely meant for speed, but they can still be used to squeeze some good accuracy out of the gun.

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        FINAL VERDICT

        "The Steyr L9-A2 is one of the best-kept secrets in the world of striker-fired pistols. It almost looks like something out of Cyberpunk or Robo-Cop, but it sure feels good in the hand. The design allows for an extremely high grip on the gun, resulting in a bore axis that is lower than most guns out there. It has some other quirky features you don't always see, like adjustable side panels and some wild trapezoid-shaped iron sights. Strange design cues aside, the pistol has a pretty good trigger and shoots extremely well. It definitely has a different look and feel than most striker guns out there, which is refreshing in a sea of Glock clones. If you want something a bit different that shoots well and is still reasonably priced, the L9-A2 might be the pistol for you." - Wyatt Sloan

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        Reliability
        In the first two mags, the slide had a few times where it didn't return to battery by less than a 1mm. This worked itself out after about 30 rounds and never showed up again.
        Customization
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        Although it felt alien at first, the ergonomics are indeed well thought out and the gun has a very low bore-axis.
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