{"id":861,"date":"2023-04-11T23:42:14","date_gmt":"2023-04-11T23:42:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=861"},"modified":"2023-04-11T23:42:14","modified_gmt":"2023-04-11T23:42:14","slug":"tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-a-clone-worth-the-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=861","title":{"rendered":"Tisas PX9 Gen3 Nightstalker: A Clone Worth the Money?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/\">Home<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/\">Firearms<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/firearms\/handguns\/\">Handguns<\/a> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Tisas PX9 Gen3 Nightstalker: A Clone Worth the Money?<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>A few years ago, I tested and evaluated the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/tisas\/firearms\/handguns\/?brand=Tisas&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-clone-worth-money\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tisas<\/a> PX9 9mm handgun. I found a serviceable, economy handgun based on the Springfield XD. The PX9 proved reliable with a variety of loads and handled well.<\/p>\n<p>The trigger is a bit heavy. The pistol is a single-action design. The XD\u2019s grip safety is deleted and instead the PX9 uses a manual safety. The safety is ambidextrous and operates in a positive manner. The pistol isn\u2019t completely a clone of the XD, as the grip frame differs. With grip insert and side panel inserts as well, the Tisas PX9 has elements of the Walther 9mm striker-fired <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-clone-worth-money\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">handguns<\/a>. Enter the PX9 Gen 3.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"547\" alt=\"Tisas PX-9 Nightstalker, left profile, gray\" class=\"wp-image-87146 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-7.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-7.jpg?resize=300%2C256&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-7.jpg?resize=150%2C128&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-7.jpg?resize=640%2C547&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"547\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-7.jpg?resize=640%2C547&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tisas PX-9 Nightstalker, left profile, gray\" class=\"wp-image-87146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-7.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-7.jpg?resize=300%2C256&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-7.jpg?resize=150%2C128&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Fit, finish, and overall design seem good.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Gen 3 Improvement<\/h2>\n<p>This pistol\u2019s primary advantage is a new flat trigger. The trigger action is considerably better than the original with a crisp action clean break and rapid reset. The PX9 Gen 3 also features a blade lever set in the trigger face. My version has no manual safety.<\/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\/04\/rdf_april23_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\/04\/rdf_april23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>The Tisas PX9 G3 9mm reviewed is the Night Stalker Gray edition. The finish is a kind of battleship gray, low key and non-reflective. The name may be a tribute to the 160<sup>th<\/sup> Special Operations Aviation Regiment.<\/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\/04\/rdf_april23_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\/04\/rdf_april23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>The pistol is available with a threaded barrel, mine has the standard barrel. The muzzle end of the slide has an attractive beveled treatment. The pistol features forward and rear cocking serrations. The controls are simple \u2014 a takedown lever, slide lock, and magazine catch. The manual of arms is simple: load, holster, draw, fire.<\/p>\n<p>The slide is cut for optics a good feature on an inexpensive handgun. The Cerakote finish is nicely done. The sights are especially credible for personal defense. The rear sight is a serrated wedge type with a wide notch for <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/how-to-use-flash-sight-picture-shooting-method\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rapid acquisition<\/a>. The front post is a tritium dot with a brilliant orange circle. This is a great choice for rapid target engagement.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"570\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Front sight on a pistol\" class=\"wp-image-87148 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?w=570&amp;ssl=1 570w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?resize=297%2C300&amp;ssl=1 297w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?resize=150%2C152&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?resize=570%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"570\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?resize=570%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Front sight on a pistol\" class=\"wp-image-87148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?w=570&amp;ssl=1 570w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?resize=297%2C300&amp;ssl=1 297w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-9.jpg?resize=150%2C152&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>A tritium sight insert is a big advantage. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The striker of this single-action pistol is visible in the rear of the slide when cocked. The new, flat trigger breaks at 4.6 pounds. It is clean and resets rapidly. This is a very good trigger action for a striker-fired pistol. It\u2019s also a single action, not a double-action-only type.<\/p>\n<p>The frame features an accessory rail for mounting combat lights. Hand fit may be adjusted with some 20 combinations of grip and side panel inserts. The pistol is supplied in a locking hard case with a minimalist inside-the-waistband <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/holsters\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-clone-worth-money\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">holster<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The pistol also ships with a flush fit 18-round and extended 20-round <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/magazines\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-clone-worth-money\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">magazine<\/a>. These magazines are compatible with the SIG P226 \u2014 a wise choice. A magazine loader is supplied, along with a cleaning brush and gun lock.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"421\" alt=\"Grip panels and side plates for the Tisas PX-9 Nightstalker\" class=\"wp-image-87150 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-11.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-11.jpg?resize=300%2C197&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-11.jpg?resize=150%2C99&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-11.jpg?resize=640%2C421&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-11.jpg?resize=640%2C421&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Grip panels and side plates for the Tisas PX-9 Nightstalker\" class=\"wp-image-87150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-11.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-11.jpg?resize=300%2C197&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-11.jpg?resize=150%2C99&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Optional grip inserts and side panel, a flared magazine well, and speedloader are included in the package. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The pistol is a product of Tisas Trabzon Arms Industry, Turkey. The size of the pistol is comparable to the Springfield XD or Glock 19X. The pistol weighs in at a manageable 30 ounces loaded. The barrel is 4.1 inches long.<\/p>\n<h2>Ammunition<\/h2>\n<p>I began the evaluation with a mix of FMJ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-clone-worth-money\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ammunition<\/a>. The magazines were loaded using the standard procedure for high-capacity magazines. I loaded three to four cartridges, tapped the back of the magazine, and loaded three or four more, again tapping the magazine. I followed this drill until the magazine was fully loaded. Loading was smooth enough \u2014 until the last cartridge or two. At that point, I used the magazine loader.<\/p>\n<p>The pistol was comfortable in the hand. Like most 9mm handguns of this size, recoil was modest. Firing quickly at man-sized targets, I found the pistol handled well and \u2018homed in\u2019 on the X-ring. Control was good and the trigger helped in this regard. However, I tended to ride my thumb on the slide lock. As a result, the pistol failed to lock open on the last shot. This took some adjustment and acclimation to correct. Each pistol has certain requirements, and this isn\u2019t a defect. It is simply a consideration.<\/p>\n<p>The Tisas 9mm was fired primarily with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/remington\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-clone-worth-money\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remington<\/a> UMC ball ammunition. I also fired a small quantity of 9mm NATO, 1988 vintage, which performed well, and a magazine full of steel-cased loads. The steel-cased loads were dirty but functioned well.<\/p>\n<p>The pistol is easily centered on target and follow-up hits are not difficult. Considering the good fit, crisp trigger, and excellent sights, the pistol should perform well for the shooter who practices. Using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/federal\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-clone-worth-money\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Federal<\/a> 124-grain HST, I was able to shoot a slow fire group from the barricade firing position of 2.2 inches for five shots.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"564\" alt=\"Tisas PX-9 Nightstalker handgun laying on a paper target with multiple bullet holes\" class=\"wp-image-87142 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-3.jpg?resize=300%2C264&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-3.jpg?resize=150%2C132&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-3.jpg?resize=640%2C564&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"564\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-3.jpg?resize=640%2C564&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Tisas PX-9 Nightstalker handgun laying on a paper target with multiple bullet holes\" class=\"wp-image-87142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-3.jpg?resize=300%2C264&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Tisas-PX9-3.jpg?resize=150%2C132&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>After a fast run, the author found he missed less at high speed than with most handguns, if that makes sense\u2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>For my part, the pistol performed well in limited shooting. I found no fault, but I need to groove-in on the trigger and grip frame for the handgun to be all it can be. Just the same, the bottom line is that I can place practically every bullet in the same hole at 7 yards. The combination of a good trigger, good sights and apparent reliability are good. While the pistol is a little large (for many of us) for concealed carry, the size makes it easy to use well.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Would you sacrifice size for shootability, or do you prefer something more concealable? What role do you see the Tisas PX9 Nightstalker serving (CCW, home defense, all-around defense)? Share your answers in the comment section.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span id=\"tve_leads_end_content\" style=\"display: block; visibility: hidden; border: 1px solid transparent;\"\/><!-- AI CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-clone-worth-money\/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=tisas-px9-gen3-nightstalker-clone-worth-money\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home \u00bb Firearms \u00bb Handguns \u00bb Tisas PX9 Gen3 Nightstalker: A Clone Worth the Money? A few years ago, I tested and evaluated the Tisas PX9 9mm handgun. I found a serviceable, economy handgun based on the Springfield XD. The PX9 proved reliable with a variety of loads and handled well. 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