Velocities were recorded with a PACT Chronograph and listed in Feet Per Second. FTX bullets produced this five shot, 50-yard sub MOA group. The course begins with the shooter’s hands at their side and facing the target. I believe that as the WC Tactical Carry is meant for action shooting and lethal-threat scenarios, a realistic humanoid target should be used so the focus of the shooter can be on the center mass of the adversary (after threat determination) and not on scoring rings used on a more competition-oriented target. RELATED STORY: Bill Wilson of Wilson Combat – 9mm vs. .45 ACP 1911s. Accuracy like this excites me. It has generated a lot of interest among the many fans of this iconic design. I was happy to see that with the three brands of test cartridges, the POA and point of impact (POI) were very well-centered near the middle of the target. They also resist tearing due to bullet holes and staples. The open-top design of the Barranti Border Ranger holster was perfect for speedy reholstering and presentations, plus I liked the low-cut magazine pouch, which held firmly but made grabbing a fresh magazine effortless. http://www.omahatargets.com; 844-369-7400. At the same distance it took much more effort to get two hits on target and my splits averaged 24/100ths of a second. The AR9 comes with low-profile, spring-loaded QDS (Quick Deploy Sights). A 9mm AR makes perfect sense for home defense, these Wilsons can take mags from your handgun. The following year, I had the opportunity to visit Wilson Combat in Berryville, Arkansas. 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. Wilson Combat’s own +P 115-gr. The magazine tube is crafted from an aircraft-grade stainless steel tube using a custom-designed welding process. FMJ rounds and was pleased to see a five-shot group measuring just .93.” I smiled. Remember, this is not a gas-operated gun and there is no locking mechanism so, with the goal of producing a gun capable of a lifetime of service without failure, engineers left the extra material there to protect the bolt lock and receiver. However, my best grouping was with the Barnes 115-grain +P … You couldn’t ask for a nicer outfit! The pillar of material in front of the bolt lock is to protect the receiver and bolt lock from the pounding of the blowback action. The medium-length trigger is factory set for a 3.5- to 3.75-pound pull weight and has about 0.15 inches of take-up before a crisp break with barely perceptible overtravel. Twist Rate: 1:10”Trigger: Wilson Combat tactical trigger unit (TTU), 2-stage, 3.75 lbs. Seven of … It features a billet receiver set, their single stage 4lb trigger and I ordered mine in Burnt Bronze. The Elite Tactical mags for the 9mm Tactical Carry have a 10-cartridge capacity. The central pouch is for the pistol; on one side there’s two pouches for accessories and on the opposite side is a large flap covering pouches for up to seven magazines. I did make a couple of minor modifications to the 5×5 Skill Test. JHP EXP and Wilson Combat’s 135-gr. I was recently introduced to Omaha Targets, which makes a large variety of targets using both paper and card stock. HBFN produced almost identically sized groups. 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 firearms—one of which was the CQB. At its top position is a piece of Picatinny rail that mates up to the upper receiver’s rail. The sides of the Tactical Carry’s slide are deeply serrated with 12 ball endmill cuts, allowing for a good grasp when cycling the slide. (TR-TTU-M2)Finish: Upper and lower milspec anodizing and coated with armor-tuff finishHandguard: Wilson combat T.R.I.M. The 9mm 1911’s light recoil translated to fast follow-up shots on target. A first-class handgun deserves first-class leather and some of the finest rigs I’ve seen come from the Barranti Leather Co. and are made one at a time by Mike “Doc” Barranti. The Bulk Pack cartridges come in 9mm, .38 Super and .45 ACP in lots of 200 and 500 rounds, again using Wilson brass. Wilson Combat engineers actually had to develop three different lowers because of the difference between the Beretta, Smith & Wesson and Glock magazines. This pistol really shone in the accuracy department, with all the ammunition I tested grouping right under 1.00 inch. For practical shooting, I used one of the company’s Photo Threat targets. While some say the fluted barrels increase the surface area, making them more rigid and requiring more rounds for them to heat up, I think their biggest attribute is their aesthetics. I was shooting from a concrete and steel bench, using a sandbag rest and my point of aim (POA) was 6 o’clock of the blaze orange center aiming circle. Bill Wilson is not one to rest on his laurels and makes not only fine 1911 pistols but ammunition to shoot in them. http://www.wilsoncombat.com; 800-955-4856, Barranti Leather Co. For more information please visit wilsoncombat.com. On this outing I brought along a Glock 34 Practical/Tactical with the longer 5.3” barrel. FTX shot into a ragged hole measuring just .41.” Never in my wildest dreams did I foresee a 9 mm carbine capable of producing sub-MOA accuracy yet the AR9 did it with room to spare. Wilson Combat engineers were able to achieve this by designing a finger of steel that engages the magazine follower. Wilson guarantees its AR9s will shoot 1.5-inch, five-shot groups at 50 yards with premium ammunition. It’s not just an AR receiver with a conversion block attached to its magazine well. Get the American Rifleman Insider newsletter for at-a-glance access to industry news, gear, gun reviews, videos and more—delivered directly to your Inbox. The best average was 2.4 inches with the Wilson cartridges. A variety of colors can be requested when ordering a gun from Wilson Combat. People ask what makes a 1911 pistol worth so much money. Since I’ve been living with my Wilson for more than a year and since we’re on a 9mm 1911 review kick lately, I figure why not write one for the CQB? The AR9 was chronographed alongside a Glock 34 with a 5.3” barrel for comparison. The AR9 is outfitted with the excellent Tactical Trigger Unit. 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. That’s the beauty of a long gun-it was almost effortless to place rounds more accurately on target and in less time. My splits, or time between shots, was just 18/100ths of a second. Privacy Policy   •   Contact Us   •   Warnings   •   FAQs   •  © 2021 National Rifle Association of America, Women On Target® Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Ambassadors, NRA Outstanding Achievement Youth Award Presented by Brownells, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program. Wilson combat engineers designed a bolt hold open device which engages the magazine follower. Granted, you will pay more for one of them, but you get what you pay for, so save up if need be! Dec 23, 2015, Stay in the know with the Personal Defense World newsletter, CONFIRMED: CZ Officially Acquires Colt for $220 Million, WATCH: Texas Mom Lays Out Alleged Peeper With Bone-Crushing Tackle, Walther PDP Compact: New 9mm Compact Pistol Features 15+1 Capacity, President Biden Calls on Congress for ‘Commonsense Gun Law Reform’, Gun News, Gun Reviews, and Self Defense Tips, You use of this website constitutes and manifests your acceptance of our. The Bullet Proof magazine catch is slightly extended and magazines full or empty drop freely. In examining the Wilson Combat AR9 lower I found a design feature that I wasn’t able to figure out. 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 Brigadier Tactical comes on the heels of the recent announcement that Wilson Combat, a company whose signature gun has always been the 1911, would be offering customization packages on customers’ Beretta 92 (9mm) and 96 (.40 S&W) handguns. Ahead of the ejection port are the words “Tactical Carry.” The portion of the slide above the end of the frame’s dustcover has a carry cut, while the rear of the slide has 40-line-per-inch serrations and the slide bottom is heavily machine chamfered. Sample pistol for evaluation: Wilson Combat Beretta 92G Brigadier Tactical 9mm Pistol. As a result, I feel extremely confident with a Wilson … All of these performance features and cosmetic options are some of the most popular offered by Wilson Combat for its 1911 lineup. The firearms industry rarely creates something new. With the iron sights zeroed I attached a Trijicon 1.25-4x scope to the carbine to test it for accuracy. Designed by Bill Wilson and Wilson Combat engineers, the X-frame is a 15-round, high capacity 9mm 1911 frame that is similar in size to a traditional compact, single stack 1911. Drawing the pistol once more, I shot five times, reloaded and shot five more times, then reholstered. I discovered the Wilson Combat AR9 was something special when I first zeroed the iron sights. Obviously the piece of material was purposefully left when the rest of the aluminum was machined away. The front sight is adjustable for elevation while the rear sight is adjustable for windage. The Wilson Combat M2 trigger is advertised as breaking at 4.5 pounds, and that is exactly what my Lyman Products electronic trigger tester came up with. Mike uses only top-quality leather and produces holsters, magazine pouches, belts, slings and other such gear. This exercise showed that the carbine was able to place two hits on target about 25 percent faster than the handgun. Under the Wilson Combat Custom Handgun Ammunition label, there are three distinct lines, Pinnacle Ammunition, Bulk Pack Ammunition and WC Remanufactured Ammunition. The left side of the slide is laser etched “Wilson Combat” and the right side near the rear has the WC logo. From Wilson Combat: Pistol comes shipped with three 15-round magazines and lock, in Beretta plastic case. Splitting the difference between the full size and compact versions of the Beretta 92 is the Centurion — a “just right” variant of the classic DA/SA pistol that, until now, had been out of production since 2004. 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. Accuracy: The Wilson CQB exhibited superb accuracy from the very first shots. 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. It has an ejection port door and a shell deflector but does not possess a forward assist. They did not simply convert an existing AR-15 into this chambering. Wilson Combat makes some of the best, but most are limited to a capacity of 10+1 rounds. The Remanufactured Ammunition is produced from domestic components in 9mm and .45 ACP and comes in 400-count lots; it’s intended for target shooting, training and competition. ARTV Preview: Browning M2 and MG42, EAA Girsan Regard Gen 4 and 1803 Harpers Ferry Rifle, © 2021 National Rifle Association of America. Wilson Combat The bolt lock actuator is attached via a rod to the bolt lock with roll pins so the parts can never come out of time. Wilson Combat also makes SBR and pistol versions of the AR9. It’s an ingenious solution to a problem most other designers overlook. A Wilson Combat X-Tac Elite 9mm retails for $3,760. You can explain pride of ownership, the craftsmanship of Wilson’s superb staff gunsmiths who handcraft every one of them, the glassy smoothness of the mated parts, legendary accuracy and reliability. Since this was a carry gun, I was going to need a holster for it. The Tactical Carry arrived in a gray, zippered nylon case with the Wilson logo. 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. For starters, it’s a 9mm, using 10-round single-stack magazines in its full-length grip frame. After putting on my Barranti Leather holster and magazine pouch, I was ready. This is a high-ride, open-top, hip holster that’s hand-carved and finished with an oak leaf/acorn motif to match my belt. Photo courtesy of Wilson Combat. An aluminum free-floating handguard is attached to the AR9. I used the Trijicon RM34 base to mount it to the AR9’s Picatinny rail and it allowed me to co-witness the red dot and the iron sights in the center of the RMR’s screen. Unlike most 9 mm AR-style carbines, Wilson Combat uses a spring loaded ejector in the bolt face. If there is a more reliable or accurate 9 mm carbine available I am unaware of it. I have ran all sorts of ammo through it and it has ran 100% flawlessly. The Wilson Combat EDC X9 nails it. Hammers, double taps, controlled pairs whatever you want to call them I used one sight picture and two very quick trigger presses. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Review: Wilson Combat/Beretta 92G Centurion Tactical . I used a Pact timer, and when the buzzer went off, I drew and fired five shots from a modified Weaver stance, reloaded and then re-holstered. ARX +P ammo displayed phenomenal accuracy and it was no different through the AR9 grouping at .87” for five shots. For field shooting on steel targets a Trijicon RMR was used. When I did my part, the targets fell. At the age of nineteen or so, I got my second 1911, a pre-Gold Cup Colt National Match that had been produced circa 1962. During my initial inspection, parts fitting appeared superlative and the matte blue Armor-Tuff finish was all business; attractive yet non-reflective with no machine marks or any kind of exterior blemish. This weapon is known as one of the most reliable and accurate 9mm carbines on the market today. This load uses a Barnes solid copper 115 grain HP. The 9mm is returning to the forefront for law enforcement and defensive handgun use. The increased velocity translates into about 21 percent more energy. And that wide mag well is just the thing for trouble-free magazine insertions. Magazine springs are space-age stainless steel spring wire and the nylon baseplates are easily removed for magazine cleaning. Drawing one last time, I fired three shots to the center mass of the target and two shots to the head. RELATED STORY: Hog Wild – Wilson Combat-Style Hog Hunting. Share Article. The ejection port is flared and the portion of the barrel exposed in the port is fluted. 5 of 12 But Wilson Combat isn’t limiting the new AR9 to law enforcement. Fiber-filled, self-lubricating nylon is used for the follower to allow smooth feeding and positive slide lock after the last round is fired. Corbon’s +P 90-gr. 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. My best five-shot group was 2.32 inches with the Winchester Ranger LE loads. It is built from the ground up as a 9mm AR. So I feel it is safe to say that my opinion, based on experience, is worth something. Like the lower receiver the upper is anodized and then coated with Armor-Tuff finish which gives it a rich, silky lubricious feel. 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. Unlike most 9 mm AR-style carbines, Wilson Combat uses a spring loaded ejector in the bolt face. For field shooting I removed the Trijicon 1.25-4x scope and mounted a Trijicon RMR (Ruggedized Miniature Reflex) sight. On multiple occasions. Because I had already zeroed the flip-up iron sights I merely adjusted the dot until it sat on top of the front sight as I looked through the rear sight. I immediately drew and fired five more shots using only my strong hand and reholstered. 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. http://www.barrantileather.com, Omaha Targets That said, I believe the 1911 pistols made by Wilson Combat are top-shelf products. Its target lines include bullseye and scoring targets, photo threat targets and qualification targets. As the company describes, “the EXPERIOR lineup takes the lead as the most fully-optioned series we offer, showcasing nearly every tactical, functional and cosmetic option as a standard feature“.Currently, the following 10 handguns are included in the EXPERIOR series. I went over to a steel target range next and did some plinking at 50-yard targets using a barricade-style rest position or shooting off-hand using the modified Weaver stance. Wilson Combat EDC X9S 9mm Pistol Review The new Wilson Combat EDC X9S is a single-action pistol ideal for concealed carry. Per Wilson’s scoring system, I ranked as an Expert, which is 25 seconds or less, with my misses costing me four seconds. It has an 8″ barrel and takes Glock mags. JHP wasn’t far behind producing 605 foot pounds of energy. The heart of the gun, or its foundation, is the lower receiver. Now to the range. I have read the Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Cookie Policy, and I hereby agree to those terms. 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. Trijicon’s RMR red dot reflex sight was used for the field-shooting portion of the evaluation. Wilson Combat takes this concept a step further with the introduction of the new AR9 Carbine. 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 “D” zone removed, and was able to do head shots with the AR9 at 50 yards using the Trijicon RMR with the sights folded down. 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 nylon insert at the rear of the magazine adjusts for the shorter 9mm cartridge. I’ve packed a 1911 as an off-duty gun and as a gun writer I’ve evaluated a number of 1911 pistols. Poorly made, defective or damaged magazines can lead to malfunctions, and your autoloader is only as good as its magazine. Situated in front of the bolt lock is a rectangular pillar of aluminum. Bill Wilson might well have realized his goal of producing the finest home-defense gun available. 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. Moving down, the Tactical Carry is fitted with Wilson’s Bullet Proof concealment hammer (skeletonized) and beavertail grip safety. This is a long term, 1 year review of the Wilson Combat AR9. JHP ran at a sizzling 1555 fps and produced a whopping 617 foot pounds of energy. Given the caliber and its intended use I thought 50 yards would probably be a good distance to test the carbine. This non–adjustable, two-stage trigger has a pre-set pull weight of 4 lbs. What sets the new AR9 apart from just about every other manufacturer is the guns are made to be companions to the three most common service pistols in law enforcement: the Glock 17, Beretta 92 and the S&W M&P9. The AR9’s upper receiver is also machined from billet aluminum. At the recent Wilson Combat Intermediate Pistol course, I got a chance to try out a new CQB Tactical LE in 9mm and I was not disappointed. Also included are two Elite Tactical magazines. Wilson Combat has expanded the EDC X9 handgun family by introducing the new EDC X9S 9mm subcompact pistol. Fluted and textured G10 Starburst grip panels, black in color, are attached with Torx-head screws and provide a secure hold. A multi-step tumbling and finishing process provides smooth follower operation and insertion of the magazine into the pistol. (Tactical Rail Interface, Modular) this handguard allows the user to attach pieces of rail, for accessories, at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions. This is the weapon we would recommend for anyone who is concerned about reliability. Thursday, August 11, 2016. Wilson Combat “Professional” (in 9mm) Introduction: This particular model a four inch “Protector-Professional” model built in 9mm caliber was built to serve two purposes, first as carry and teaching gun while I am on the road teaching my defensive handgun program, and secondly to serve as my CCP division handgun while competing in I.D.P.A. In prior testing Ruger’s 80-gr. Shooters with more ex… *Thanks to Wilson Combat for providing us with a review sample of the 115 and 147 grain 9mm loads. Wilson Combat Tactical Carry Compact 9mm 1911. One of the newest 1911s in the Wilson Combat “stable” is the Tactical Carry. It came with magazines I hadn’t seen before, their lips flared toward the front instead of tapered. -Colt Driver; for more information, check out Wilson Combat online! It had been accurized and fitted with BoMar sights by the master USAF pistol team armorers at Lackland Air Force Base when its former owner was an airman. There are two integral push-button sling attachment points on either side of the handguard. But the superstar of this outing was the Hornady Critical Defense 115-gr. 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. NRA SpecificationsManufacturer: Wilson CombatModel: AR9Operation: Semi-automatic, blowback operatedCaliber: 9 mmWeight: 6 lbs. Since I planned to run this pistol through some training classes, Wilson sent six of their excellent 8-round 9mm Enhanced Tactical Magazines (ETM). Wont mention names of others but well regarded and highly advertised. From its materials, to its design and to assembly, it is clear Wilson Combat has strived to produced a gun second to none in reliability and accuracy. The first time ever offered by Beretta in this special configuration-exclusively from Wilson Combat! Wilson Combat Tactical Carry Professional. The Wilson Combat AR9 is built from scratch using the AR 15 platform giving the weapon familiarity and comfort. Wilson Combat is a name synonymous with quality and performance. Each magazine’s extended skirt ensures stability in operation and minimizes creep from the tube when the magazine is empty. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. I also asked for a single magazine pouch and got just what I wanted. This is an all-carbon-steel gun except for the match-grade, 5-inch, stainless steel barrel, which has a flush-cut reverse crown. As I walked downrange I discovered it was just one hole. It’s 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. 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. With over 30 years of experience with 1911 magazines, Wilson started with a clean slate when designing these magazines. The core of its business is the classic 1911, not to mention the numerous variants Wilson … April 09, 2020 By Keith Wood In 2016, Wilson Combat changed the game when it released the EDC X9 9mm. Wilson had just introduced the X-TAC Compact and, being a fan of compact 1911s, I was anxious to wring it out. Page Navigation [ hide] What is the WCP320 Carry? 2 oz.Overall length: 31.25- 34.5”Materials:  Billet AR 7075 aluminum, upper and lower receiversBarrel: 14.7” fluted with a Wilson Combat “q-comp” flashhide welded for 16” length. Adding to this, the frontstrap has 30-lpi checkering, as does the flat mainspring housing, which incorporates the magazine well. Bill Wilson is one of the founders of the International Defensive Pistol Assocation (IDPA), and back in March I was at his East Texas ranch shooting a number of his 1911 pistols, and we did a whole lot of IDPA-type shooting drills and courses. In my youth, I owned a Colt Series 70 in .45 ACP, and later as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army Reserve I was trained on, carried and competed with the 1911A1 pistol. The first chore was to break out my chronograph and get some velocity readings on the test 9mm ammo. I have a Ranger-style belt that I obtained over 33 years ago in my Border Patrol days, and I asked Mike if he could approximate the color and carving on this belt in a holster and magazine pouch. Left and right side view of the pistol; fit and finish is what you would expect from Wilson Combat. Wilson Combat delivers the Tactical Carry, a no-nonsense 1911 that’s primed for elite performance! 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. Wilson Combat ARs are renowned for their quality and accuracy, these 9mms are no different. The slide stop post is countersunk so it doesn’t protrude from the frame and there’s also a Bullet Proof thumb safety. So when the company decided to up the ante, it paired its proven EDC 9 slide with a higher-capacity, aluminum X-Frame, resulting in what could be considered the perfect concealed-carry 9mm with a 15+1 capacity. Wilson Combat WCP320 Carry Review The Wilson Combat WCP320 Carry is one of the best 9mm pistols I’ve reviewed. Wilson Combat’s rifle department manager, Brandon Collier, explained that the extra material was to protect the bolt lock and receiver area from the harsh pounding of the blow back bolt. The observation slots are strategically placed to ensure structural integrity. My test sample actually measured at a light weight of 3.75 lbs. Moving up to 15 yards I wanted to see how quickly I could put two shots on the target. 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. Temperature was 105 F and humidity was 27 percent. JHP, Black Hill’s 115-gr. 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. The Omaha target worked very well too. Starting with a billet of 7075 aircraft grade aluminum, Wilson Combat craftsmen machined it into a sleek lower. with a very short and positive reset making precision shooting and rapid fire easy. Bill Wilson created his company, Wilson Combat, in the late 1970’s with the hopes of improving the 1911s’ faulty mags, reliability problems, and feeding issues. Wilson Combat 1911 Magazines. RELATED STORY: Massad Ayoob Reviews the Beretta/Wilson Combat 92G Brigadier Tactical. Tried out my Walther PPS 9mm with Wilson Combat 9mm Signature match along with several other name brand ammo. Otherwise, the gun was completely stock. Bill Wilson made it a personal goal to produce the absolute finest home-defense gun. The Tactical Carry 1911 pistol, magazines and leather gear all worked flawlessly. 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. Wilson Combat provided me with 400 rounds of their 135 grain HBFN (Hollow Based Flat Nose) jacketed Remanufactured 9mm ammo, 40 rounds of their 124 grain XTP HP +P ammo, and 40 rounds of their 115 grain Tac-XP +P ammo to use in the testing and evaluation of the full sized 9mm Wilson Combat ACP. For those who are committed to training and will practice to build the muscle memory and the skills needed to use a 1911-type pistol, then Wilson Combat’s Tactical Carry pistol might just right for you. In some 45 years of shooting handguns, I’ve gained more than a little familiarity with the 1911 pistol. Chris Baker. 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. With a target set out at about 30 yards I fired five rounds but could only see one hole on my Shoot-N-C target. Even in the 1870’s they understood the short rifle’s extra barrel length translated into extra velocity and energy. No surprises here: The AR9 disassembles very much like any AR-15. Available in .45 ACP and 9mm Luger chamberings, the American Combat Pistol (ACP) 1911 features Wilson’s latest generation forged slide, frame and barrels that are hand fitted by skilled pistolsmiths with 100 percent machined Bullet Proof parts for a … by Mike Detty - Wilson Combat has released a new series of 1911 pistols called EXPERIOR. Corbon’s +P 90-gr. Unlike most other AR-style 9 mm rifles, the AR9 has a last-round hold-open feature. The magazine well opening is wonderfully blended for rapid reloads, and the magazine release pivots to release the magazine with its paddle located in the usual AR-15 location.