{"id":1188,"date":"2023-08-21T19:07:40","date_gmt":"2023-08-21T19:07:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1188"},"modified":"2023-08-21T19:07:40","modified_gmt":"2023-08-21T19:07:40","slug":"masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1188","title":{"rendered":"Masada Slim 9mm \u2014 Concealed Carry Redefined"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>A few years ago, I reviewed the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/iwi-masada-9mm-luger-optics-ready-semi-auto-pistol-black\/FC-818004020838.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IWI Masada<\/a> 9mm service pistol. I found it to be a reliable handgun with good accuracy and excellent hand fit. The newest modification of the Masada is the Masada Slim. I like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/iwi-masada-slim-9mm-luger-semi-auto-pistol\/FC-818004022153.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Masada Slim<\/a> 9mm even better than the original pistol. This is a pistol, that in my estimation, shoots as well as the larger gun and offers an outstanding handgun for concealed carry.<\/p>\n<p>The pistol is a compact design with a 13-round magazine. This gives the Masada Slim the same capacity as the larger and heavier Browning Hi-Power. As a rule, compact pistols of the pre-Glock past have been less effective and reliable than full size pistols. In this case, there is little compromise when choosing the Masada Slim and a great deal of incentive for concealed carry.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"497\" alt=\"IWI Masada Slim 9mm semi-automatic handgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-89855 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-11.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-11.jpg?resize=300%2C233&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-11.jpg?resize=150%2C116&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-11.jpg?resize=640%2C497&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-11.jpg?resize=640%2C497&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"IWI Masada Slim 9mm semi-automatic handgun, right profile\" class=\"wp-image-89855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-11.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-11.jpg?resize=300%2C233&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-11.jpg?resize=150%2C116&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The Masada Slim 9mm offers 13 rounds in a small platform.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Design and Features<\/h2>\n<p>The Masada Slim chambers the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/handgun-ammo\/9mm-luger-or-9x19mm\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9mm Luger cartridge<\/a>. It is reliable and more accurate than expected. In common with most modern introductions, the Masada Slim is a polymer-frame striker-fired 9mm pistol.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>The pistol\u2019s design is slim and designed expressly for concealed carry. The pistol weighs but 1.27 pounds. The slide is well machined, and features high-profile sights and forward cocking serrations. The slim line grip is almost svelte.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>The flat trigger is controllable with a remarkably clean break. Reset is clean and rapid. A rapid reset is more important than the break in a combat pistol according to many. The Masada Slim makes for a useful concealed carry piece that is light on the hip but comes out shooting like a big gun.<\/p>\n<p>The Masada isn\u2019t the cheapest gun, but neither is it as expensive as some in the class. I think the price \u2014 around $500 \u2014 is fair for the quality and performance of the reliable Masada Slim.<\/p>\n<p>The front sight features a white dot. The snag-free rear sight allows <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/racking-slide-loading-pistol-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">racking the slide<\/a> on the belt. The rear sight features a U-notch, sometimes called the Old Man\u2019s sight, and is ideal for most defensive shooting. The sight picture is well designed for fast shooting but also allows precise fire to at least 25 yards.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"523\" alt=\"u-notch sight picture on a gun\" class=\"wp-image-89849 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-5.jpg?resize=300%2C245&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-5.jpg?resize=150%2C123&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-5.jpg?resize=640%2C523&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"523\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-5.jpg?resize=640%2C523&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"u-notch sight picture on a gun\" class=\"wp-image-89849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-5.jpg?resize=300%2C245&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-5.jpg?resize=150%2C123&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The sights offer an excellent easy-to-acquire sight picture. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The pistol is optics ready (an option I did not explore during the initial evaluation). The barrel is 3.4 inches long. While compact, the barrel length exhibits modest velocity loss compared to larger handguns. The only safety feature is a striker block along with a blade-type safety set in the trigger face. The pistol is safe when the trigger finger is off the trigger, and ready to fire when the trigger finger is in register. Not a lot to think about there.<\/p>\n<p>The controls are not ambidextrous but easily manipulated. This is a modular design. The fire control group is easily removed in a manner similar to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/sig-sauer\/firearms\/handguns\/?brand=SIGSauer&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SIG<\/a> P320. The result is the pistol is easily field stripped and cleaned. There is little advantage, however, since IWI doesn\u2019t presently offer other slides, grip modules, or barrel lengths. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The pistol is between the SIG P365 and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/glock\/firearms\/handguns\/?brand=GLOCK&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Glock<\/a> 48 size. The grip fits most hands well. The pistol is compact enough for constant carry \u2014 the whole purpose of a compact design. The handle texture is proper for concealed carry. The front strap and rear strap are more aggressively treated than the side panels offering a good mix of adhesion and abrasion.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"428\" alt=\"The SIG P365XL 9mm, left, compared to the Masada Slim 9mm, right.\" class=\"wp-image-89856 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-12.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-12.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-12.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-12.jpg?resize=640%2C428&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-12.jpg?resize=640%2C428&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"The SIG P365XL 9mm, left, compared to the Masada Slim 9mm, right.\" class=\"wp-image-89856\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-12.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-12.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-12.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>The SIG P365XL 9mm, left, compared to the Masada Slim 9mm, right. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The pistol is relatively light at just over 20 ounces unloaded. Takedown requires you to clear the chamber and drop the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/magazines\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">magazine<\/a>. Lock the slide to the rear. A takedown button is pressed forward exposing a takedown pin. The pin is removed allowing the slide to run forward on releasing the slide release. The recoil spring and guide and barrel are easily removed at this point.<\/p>\n<p>The value of a service-grade pistol is that it will withstand severe abuse and neglect and still function. The pistol should give you a chance of winning the war if it comes. From a carjack assault to a Russian sword dance, the dangers of the world are many. The IWI Masada is designed to stand high training use with little access to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/gun-care\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">maintenance<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Your expenditure on the handgun depends on your focus. The Masada Slim is a reliable handgun that allows the shooter to spend most of their budget on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ammunition<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/shooting-tips-training-with-less-ammunition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">training<\/a>. The Masada Slim allows to you take control of a situation. The pistol is made in Israel, a country that represents emotional and intellectual focus for many of us. One thing for certain, they don\u2019t make junk.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"639\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Field stripped IWI Masada Slim 9mm semi-auto pistol\" class=\"wp-image-89857 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-13.jpg?w=639&amp;ssl=1 639w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-13.jpg?resize=300%2C270&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-13.jpg?resize=150%2C135&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-13.jpg?resize=639%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"639\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-13.jpg?resize=639%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Field stripped IWI Masada Slim 9mm semi-auto pistol\" class=\"wp-image-89857\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-13.jpg?w=639&amp;ssl=1 639w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-13.jpg?resize=300%2C270&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-13.jpg?resize=150%2C135&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Field strip and maintenance are simple enough.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>In Israel, an important distinction, between their training and ours, is that every adult has had military training and this training is heavy on safety. Sporting guns are rare, although it is common to see armed people in the street (including folks with slung rifles). It is a very prepared nation because of this training. I thank God we do not have to be on this type of alert. On the other hand, there are very dangerous places in America I don\u2019t wish to visit.<\/p>\n<h2>Range Testing<\/h2>\n<p>The IWI Masada Slim 9mm is equally at home in either environment. During the firing test, I was able to fire 320 cartridges in the Masada Slim and allowed several interested shooters to fire the pistol. There were no failures to feed, chamber, fire, or eject. Recoil wasn\u2019t a problem, somewhat more in the Glock 19 class than small pistol class. Then again, that is a virtue of the 9mm \u2014 modest recoil.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Most of the ammunition fired was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/remington\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remington<\/a> 115-grain FMJ. I also used a small quantity of steel-cased ammunition and 40 rounds of handloads using a hard cast RNL bullet. Function was good with good practical accuracy. Most of the firing was done at 7 and 10 yards.<\/p>\n<p>The pistol comes on target quickly and center hits are easy enough with attention to the basics. Par for the course, you must slow down a bit to get center hits at 15 to 20 yards. Manage the trigger, confirm the sight picture, and you\u2019ll have a hit. The pistol is controllable, stable in rapid fire, and handles well. A tapered magazine running into a generous magazine well makes for rapid reloading.<\/p>\n<p>Firing for accuracy from a benchrest isn\u2019t as important as practical accuracy, but we should confirm how the pistol is sighted and accuracy is interesting. The IWI Masada Slim is well regulated for 124-grain loads. The 147-grain loads fire slightly high.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"519\" alt=\"Bob Campbell inserting a magazine into the IWI Masada Slim 9mm pistol\" class=\"wp-image-89847 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-3.jpg?resize=300%2C243&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-3.jpg?resize=150%2C122&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-3.jpg?resize=640%2C519&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"519\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-3.jpg?resize=640%2C519&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bob Campbell inserting a magazine into the IWI Masada Slim 9mm pistol\" class=\"wp-image-89847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-3.jpg?resize=300%2C243&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Masada-Slim-3.jpg?resize=150%2C122&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>All handling features were positive. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Shot placement is the single most important component of wound potential. I generally prefer the 124-grain 9mm hollow point, but there are good choices in other weights. I fired the pistol from an MTM Case-Gard K Zone shooting rest and confirmed accuracy. A 4.5 pound trigger compression helped with managing the pistol.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Load\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>5-shot <strong>25-yard<\/strong><\/strong> <strong>group (inches)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal 124-grain Hydra-Shok<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal 147-grain HST<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2.5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Remington 124-grain Golden Saber<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2.65<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Speer 124-grain Gold Dot +P<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2.75<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p>The pistol never failed to function with standard pressure or +P loads.<\/p>\n<h2>Concealed Carry<\/h2>\n<p>The pistol was carried concealed in a Crossbreed Taco Holster. This is a secure <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/holsters\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=masada-slim-9mm-concealed-carry-redefined\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">holster<\/a> with a good balance of speed and retention. The Masada Slim 9mm disappears under light covering garments.<\/p>\n<p>I find the IWI Masada Slim 9mm a good pistol, better than most, and well worth a hard look for anyone needing a reliable defensive pistol.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Not the name most go to when they think of a pistol for concealed carry, but it certainly seems to have all the right stuff. What\u2019s your opinion or review of the IWI Masada Slim? 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