{"id":113458,"date":"2019-07-31T19:19:46","date_gmt":"2019-07-31T23:19:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=113458"},"modified":"2023-11-21T11:14:40","modified_gmt":"2023-11-21T17:14:40","slug":"fn-unveils-optics-ready-midsize-fn-509","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/fn-unveils-optics-ready-midsize-fn-509\/","title":{"rendered":"FN Unveils Optics-Ready Midsize FN 509"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The new Midsize MRD is geared towards concealed carry with a smaller slide and a full-size slide and barrel (4″). <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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FN America announced today an optics-ready version of the popular Midsize 509, featuring FN\u2019s patented MRD optics mounting system compatible with over ten commercially available miniature red dots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a move sure to please concealed carry aficionados, the 509 Midsize MRD combines a smaller, concealable frame with a four-inch barrel. The pistol ships with two 15 or 10-round magazines, and sports blacked-out co-witness iron sights that allow the user to maintain focus on the red dot of their optic with a clear sight picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MSRP on the new handgun is set at $799.00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SEE ALSO: Brink\u2019s Chooses New FN 509 for Its Armed Security Guards<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Striker-fired CCW pistols are a dime-a-dozen these days, but when FN announced the Midsize 509 back in January, FN vice president of marketing Chris Cole emphasized<\/a> FN\u2019s reputation for high-quality construction and pointed out that more options are \u201calways a good thing.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhat truly sets FN products apart is the quality. When\ncustomers pick up the FN 509 in comparison to other striker-fired 9mm\u2019s, they\ninstantly notice the ergonomics, premium finishes and price point that is\ncompetitive,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWith the FN 509 Midsize and FN 509 Tactical in black, customers will now have four additional FN options in the 9mm striker-fired category to choose from. We believe that options are always a good thing and we\u2019re proud to provide them to our loyal customer base,” he continued. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Customers now have several optics-ready CCW options, including the Glock 19 MOS<\/a> and the Smith & Wesson Performance Center Shield.<\/a> FN\u2019s decision to expand their MRD system into a smaller line of handguns indicates the increasing acceptance of miniature red dots in the world of civilian concealed carry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

SEE ALSO: Born for Combat, Refined for EDC: First Look at the New FN 509 9mm \u2013 Full Review.<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

FN\u2019s MRD system was an instant success when the company rolled it out last summer<\/a> with their new 509 Tactical model. The system allows users to attach a wide variety of the most popular optics without modifying the slide, including the Trijicon RMR Type II, Leupold Deltapoint Pro, Burris Fastfire III, and a Vortex Venom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike other systems, FN\u2019s design uses only one set of self-locking screws, both of which are easily accessible without removing the red dot. The system also uses a rubber O-ring underneath the recoil bass plate to provide additional tension and stability. The slide features a set of raised night sights, which can be used with a suppressor and co-witnessed to the red dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The FN 509 Midsize MRD is now available at FN-authorized retailers nationwide<\/a>. MSRP, as mentioned, $799. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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SEE ALSO: <\/strong>Glock\u2019s New 44 is a .22: Is This Rimfire Perfection?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n