During a day of test firing around 150 rounds of ammunition, I didnât record a single malfunction. The Bulk Pack cartridges come in 9mm, .38 Super and .45 ACP in lots of 200 and 500 rounds, again using Wilson brass. The first time ever offered by Beretta in this special configuration-exclusively from Wilson Combat! Obviously the piece of material was purposefully left when the rest of the aluminum was machined away. This weapon is known as one of the most reliable and accurate 9mm carbines on the market today. It features a billet receiver set, their single stage 4lb trigger and I ordered mine in Burnt Bronze. Wilson Combat makes some of the best, but most are limited to a capacity of 10+1 rounds. Called the T.R.I.M. For purposes of clarity, I consent to Athlon's collection, storage, processing, and transfer of my Personal Data and Non-Personal Data (as defined in the Privacy Policy) for the purpose of signing up for the email newsletter. JHP EXP and Wilson Combatâs 135-gr. Twist Rate: 1:10âTrigger: Wilson Combat tactical trigger unit (TTU), 2-stage, 3.75 lbs. 2 oz.Overall length: 31.25- 34.5âMaterials: Billet AR 7075 aluminum, upper and lower receiversBarrel: 14.7â fluted with a Wilson Combat âq-compâ flashhide welded for 16â length. The core of its business is the classic 1911, not to mention the numerous variants Wilson ⦠While most manufacturers of 9 mm carbines attach a fixed ejector to the lower, Wilson Combat uses a much more subtle method and installs an ejector in the breech face of its bolt-just like a 5.56 AR-15. Bill Wilson and his engineers at Wilson Combat set out to create a high quality, all-metal 9mm high-capacity gun specifically for every day carry. Any other loads tested or reviewed in this article were purchased by the author. The heavy-duty card stock targets hold up well in all types of weather and resist rain, snow and wind due to their latex and clay-based coating. This pistol really shone in the accuracy department, with all the ammunition I tested grouping right under 1.00 inch. Wilson Combat has designed three different AR9 lowers to work with the magazines of these three ubiquitous cop guns. NRA SpecificationsManufacturer: Wilson CombatModel: AR9Operation: Semi-automatic, blowback operatedCaliber: 9 mmWeight: 6 lbs. In some 45 years of shooting handguns, Iâve gained more than a little familiarity with the 1911 pistol. Photo courtesy of Wilson Combat. The first chore was to break out my chronograph and get some velocity readings on the test 9mm ammo. Weighing mere ounces the red dot sight provides a brilliant aiming point even in the brightest sunlight and is completely parallax free, meaning that if the shooter can see the dot, even if itâs not centered in the sight, thatâs where the round will go. April 09, 2020 By Keith Wood In 2016, Wilson Combat changed the game when it released the EDC X9 9mm. Wilson Combat is the oldest of the big-name 1911 custom houses, but the Tactical Carry Professional tested here is a departure from a lot of Government Model norms. Hammers, double taps, controlled pairs whatever you want to call them I used one sight picture and two very quick trigger presses. free float handguard/rail systemStocks: Wilson/Rogers 6-position Super Stoc, Wilson Combat/BCM starburst gunfighter gripSights: Low-profile folding quick deploy front (adjustable for elevation) and rear (adjustable for windage)MSRP: $2095 for fluted barrel (as tested) or $1995 non-fluted, E-mail your comments/questions about this site to:EmediaRifleman@nrahq.org For questions/comments about American Rifleman magazine, please e-mail:Publications@nrahq.org You can contact the NRA via phone at: NRA Member Programs1-800-672-3888, To advertise on American Rifleman, visit nramediakit.com for more information. http://www.wilsoncombat.com; 800-955-4856, Barranti Leather Co. You can explain pride of ownership, the craftsmanship of Wilsonâs superb staff gunsmiths who handcraft every one of them, the glassy smoothness of the mated parts, legendary accuracy and reliability. Review: Wilson Combat/Beretta 92G Centurion Tactical . Each magazineâs extended skirt ensures stability in operation and minimizes creep from the tube when the magazine is empty. The AR9 is outfitted with the excellent Tactical Trigger Unit. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Wilson Combat Tactical Carry Compact 9mm 1911. Available in .45 ACP and 9mm Luger chamberings, the American Combat Pistol (ACP) 1911 features Wilsonâs latest generation forged slide, frame and barrels that are hand fitted by skilled pistolsmiths with 100 percent machined Bullet Proof parts for a ⦠There are two integral push-button sling attachment points on either side of the handguard. I used the Trijicon RM34 base to mount it to the AR9âs Picatinny rail and it allowed me to co-witness the red dot and the iron sights in the center of the RMRâs screen. With the iron sights zeroed I attached a Trijicon 1.25-4x scope to the carbine to test it for accuracy. At its top position is a piece of Picatinny rail that mates up to the upper receiverâs rail. My test sample actually measured at a light weight of 3.75 lbs. *Thanks to Wilson Combat for providing us with a review sample of the 115 and 147 grain 9mm loads. The Wilson Combat AR9 is built from scratch using the AR 15 platform giving the weapon familiarity and comfort. Chris Baker. FMJ rounds and was pleased to see a five-shot group measuring just .93.â I smiled. http://www.omahatargets.com; 844-369-7400. They did not simply convert an existing AR-15 into this chambering. JHP ran at a sizzling 1555 fps and produced a whopping 617 foot pounds of energy. For my examination, I chose a 9mm +P Pinnacle load with a 124-grain XTP JHP bullet to use in the accuracy testing, and for practical shooting 9mm Bulk Ammunition with a 125-grain HAP bullet. The Pinnacle ammo comes in 9mm and .45 ACP in both standard-pressure and +P loads, using JHP bullets and brass with the Wilson head stamp. The holster model I selected was his Border Ranger, which is a faithful reproduction of a rig made and worn by the late Tol Dawson, a retired Texas Ranger and leather-crafter in his own right. A Wilson Combat X-Tac Elite 9mm retails for $3,760. The magazine tube is crafted from an aircraft-grade stainless steel tube using a custom-designed welding process. Dovetailed into the front of the slide is a fiber-optic (green) front sight and dovetailed on the rear is a Battlesight with a deep U-shaped notch, also serrated at the rear and adjustable for windage. The 92G Centurion Tactical merges our award winning, high-performance Brigadier Tactical enhanced frame with a shorter, 4.25â Centurion slide to create the ideal everyday carry Beretta 9mm pistol. FTX bullets produced this five shot, 50-yard sub MOA group. Bill Wilson might well have realized his goal of producing the finest home-defense gun available. My test sample has a 14.7â barrel with a Q Comp flash hider pinned and ⦠One of the drills was the Wilson 5×5 Skill Test, which was created to provide a measurable, low-round-count skill drill that tests rapid-fire pistol control. Given the caliber and its intended use I thought 50 yards would probably be a good distance to test the carbine. As a result, I feel extremely confident with a Wilson ⦠Wilson Combat engineers were able to achieve this by designing a finger of steel that engages the magazine follower. Drawing one last time, I fired three shots to the center mass of the target and two shots to the head. I didnât have the chance to shoot the pistol until a few weeks after Iâd purchased it, deep into December. As of Feb. 1, 2016, concealed carry permits from 25 different states will no... by Personal Defense World / One of the newest 1911s in the Wilson Combat âstableâ is the Tactical Carry. The G10 Starburst grips and the fine checkering on the front and rear of the grip frame really helped with rapid-fire controllability, along with the weight of this full-sized pistol. Wilson Combat WCP320 Carry Review The Wilson Combat WCP320 Carry is one of the best 9mm pistols Iâve reviewed. From Wilson Combat: Pistol comes shipped with three 15-round magazines and lock, in Beretta plastic case. An Omaha #8 Photo Threat target was placed at 10 yards and three Elite Tactical magazines were loaded, one with five rounds and the other two with 10 rounds each. This is a long term, 1 year review of the Wilson Combat AR9. The Elite Tactical mags for the 9mm Tactical Carry have a 10-cartridge capacity. Wilson combat engineers designed a bolt hold open device which engages the magazine follower. Sample pistol for evaluation: Wilson Combat Beretta 92G Brigadier Tactical 9mm Pistol. You couldnât ask for a nicer outfit! Two other 9mm loads used in the accuracy evaluation were HPR 115-grain JHP cartridges and Winchester Ranger LE Ammunition in 9mm +P with a 124-grain SXT bullet. Like the lower receiver the upper is anodized and then coated with Armor-Tuff finish which gives it a rich, silky lubricious feel. Also included are two Elite Tactical magazines. That said, I believe the 1911 pistols made by Wilson Combat are top-shelf products. The magazine release was easy to find by feel and positive in action, with empty magazines dropping freely. From its earliest days it has forged a reputation of making some of the finest guns the world has ever known. Review: Wilson Combat EDC X9 December 05, 2018 By Brad Fitzpatrick Photos by Michael Anschuetz The EDC X9, like the upgraded Nighthawk, is a double-stack 9mm 1911. I noted that on the head shots I must have been concentrating more on the handgun that the aggressor was holding, as my shots were very near it, a situation that actually mirrors real-life, lethal-force incidents. I also asked for a single magazine pouch and got just what I wanted. Wilson Combat also makes SBR and pistol versions of the AR9. On multiple occasions. It is built from the ground up as a 9mm AR. My next outing with the gun I went to a secluded spot in the Sonoran desert and set up my MGM BC-C Zone steel targets, basically the size of a standard USPSA paper target with the âDâ zone removed, and was able to do head shots with the AR9 at 50 yards using the Trijicon RMR with the sights folded down. There was also a barrel bushing wrench, Torx wrenches for grip removal and sight adjustment, plus a safety padlock and ownerâs manual. Unlike most other AR-style 9 mm rifles, the AR9 has a last-round hold-open feature. Wilson Combat takes this concept a step further with the introduction of the new AR9 Carbine. The following year, I had the opportunity to visit Wilson Combat in Berryville, Arkansas. Wilson Combat 1911 Magazines. Itâs ideal as an everyday-carry pistol, featuring a durable, full-sized steel frame mated with a Bullet Proof round butt and a one-piece mag well that enhances both fast reloading and concealment. Moving down, the Tactical Carry is fitted with Wilsonâs Bullet Proof concealment hammer (skeletonized) and beavertail grip safety. Wilson Combat EDC X9S 9mm Pistol Review The new Wilson Combat EDC X9S is a single-action pistol ideal for concealed carry. I have ran all sorts of ammo through it and it has ran 100% flawlessly. Since I planned to run this pistol through some training classes, Wilson sent six of their excellent 8-round 9mm Enhanced Tactical Magazines (ETM). RELATED STORY: Massad Ayoob Reviews the Beretta/Wilson Combat 92G Brigadier Tactical. TAC-XP produced a pretty little group measuring less than ¾â. Itâs a concept that dates back to the Old West when savvy cowpokes carried a carbine chambered for the same round as their revolver. Black Hills 115-gr.    Wilson Combatâs QDS front sight deploys with the push of a button and is adjustable for elevation; Its QDS rear sight is low profile and adjusts for windage. Long guns also made it much easier to hit a target and, then too, there was the convenience of having just one caliber of ammunition. Bill Wilson created his company, Wilson Combat, in the late 1970âs with the hopes of improving the 1911sâ faulty mags, reliability problems, and feeding issues. For field shooting I removed the Trijicon 1.25-4x scope and mounted a Trijicon RMR (Ruggedized Miniature Reflex) sight. Unlike most 9 mm AR-style carbines, Wilson Combat uses a spring loaded ejector in the bolt face. Fluted and textured G10 Starburst grip panels, black in color, are attached with Torx-head screws and provide a secure hold. Share Article. Poorly made, defective or damaged magazines can lead to malfunctions, and your autoloader is only as good as its magazine. Wilson Combat Review: Wilson Combat CQB April 01, 2019 By Patrick Sweeney At a recent media event, I had the opportunity to visit with Bill Wilson to see what was new and shoot some of his high-end firearmsâone of which was the CQB. If there is a more reliable or accurate 9 mm carbine available I am unaware of it. Getting a good grip on the gun in the holster and drawing, I was able to wipe off the safety and engage the target quickly; the green fiber-optic sight made alignment a snap. Page Navigation [ hide] What is the WCP320 Carry? Wilson Combatâs own +P 115-gr. So I feel it is safe to say that my opinion, based on experience, is worth something. This load uses a Barnes solid copper 115 grain HP. ARTV Preview: Browning M2 and MG42, EAA Girsan Regard Gen 4 and 1803 Harpers Ferry Rifle, © 2021 National Rifle Association of America. A nylon insert at the rear of the magazine adjusts for the shorter 9mm cartridge. Accuracy: The Wilson CQB exhibited superb accuracy from the very first shots. Whether you are a police officer or a concerned citizen the Wilson Combat AR9 should make a great companion gun to your Glock 17, Beretta 92 or Smith & Wesson M&P9. After putting on my Barranti Leather holster and magazine pouch, I was ready. Starting with a billet of 7075 aircraft grade aluminum, Wilson Combat craftsmen machined it into a sleek lower. I was recently introduced to Omaha Targets, which makes a large variety of targets using both paper and card stock. The ejection port is flared and the portion of the barrel exposed in the port is fluted. Fiber-filled, self-lubricating nylon is used for the follower to allow smooth feeding and positive slide lock after the last round is fired. Unlike a revolver, the heart of a semi-automatic pistol is the magazine. Velocities were recorded with a PACT Chronograph and listed in Feet Per Second. They also resist tearing due to bullet holes and staples. The best average was 2.4 inches with the Wilson cartridges. The Bullet Proof magazine catch is slightly extended and magazines full or empty drop freely. Situated in front of the bolt lock is a rectangular pillar of aluminum. The firearms industry rarely creates something new. This is the weapon we would recommend for anyone who is concerned about reliability. JHP, Black Hillâs 115-gr. For more information please visit wilsoncombat.com. At the same distance it took much more effort to get two hits on target and my splits averaged 24/100ths of a second. When I got the gun and was greeted with the usual Wilson Combat pistol packaging; a great soft case, with individual pockets for multiple magazines. For practical shooting, I used one of the companyâs Photo Threat targets. For those of you wondering about the velocity gained with an extra 9 1/2â of barrel it accounted for about an 11 percent increase. The Tactical Carry arrived in a gray, zippered nylon case with the Wilson logo. A multi-step tumbling and finishing process provides smooth follower operation and insertion of the magazine into the pistol. RELATED STORY: 5 Wilson Combat 1911 Defenders. However, my best grouping was with the Barnes 115-grain +P ⦠Wilson guarantees its AR9s will shoot 1.5-inch, five-shot groups at 50 yards with premium ammunition. Under the Wilson Combat Custom Handgun Ammunition label, there are three distinct lines, Pinnacle Ammunition, Bulk Pack Ammunition and WC Remanufactured Ammunition. 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My best five-shot group was 2.32 inches with the Winchester Ranger LE loads. With a slim gripless aluminum-frame and 10-round capacity in a double-stack flush fit magazine, this handgun is designed to be a lightweight, compact and high capacity 1911-style concealed carry pistol. Wilson Combat has expanded the EDC X9 handgun family by introducing the new EDC X9S 9mm subcompact pistol. Wilson Combat Tactical Carry The author tested the Wilson Combat Tactical Carryâs accuracy from a bench at 25 yards.
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