{"id":190378,"date":"2026-07-11T21:50:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T02:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=179687"},"modified":"2026-07-11T21:50:11","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T02:50:11","slug":"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\/","title":{"rendered":"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-estimated-reading-time yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time: <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">9<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The FN Reflex combines a surprisingly good trigger, .85-inch best-group accuracy, and flawless reliability in a palm-sized carry gun. This little 9mm ran clean, dirty, and gritty without giving us the first problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fn-reflex-review-can-this-micro-9mm-still-deliver\">FN Reflex Review: Can This Micro 9mm Still Deliver?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>FN is no stranger to polymer pistols, but the US-made Reflex 9mm micro-compact models bring that experience to the micro-carry gun market. This FN Reflex review focuses on the iron-sighted version, but there is also an RDS-ready option, the MRD model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Let\u2019s revisit the FN Reflex Micro Compact, which we originally reviewed back in early 2023. Many of you have now put some time behind the gun. What do <em>you<\/em> think now? Still like it? Interested in a larger version, such as a compact or even full-size handgun? Read up, then let us know what you think in the comments.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Micro-1.jpg\" alt=\"Racking the slide on the FN Reflex micro compact 9mm before range testing\" class=\"wp-image-206320\" style=\"width:842px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Micro-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Micro-1-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Micro-1-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Micro-1-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The FN Reflex micro-compact is available in both a traditional \u201cslick top\u201d format and an optic-ready MRD version.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-fn-reflex-review-can-this-micro-9mm-still-deliver\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">FN Reflex Review: Can This Micro 9mm Still Deliver?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-why-the-fn-reflex-trigger-stands-out-in-a-crowded-micro-9mm-field\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">Why the FN Reflex Trigger Stands Out in a Crowded Micro 9mm Field<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-two-magazines-give-the-fn-reflex-two-different-personalities\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">Two Magazines Give the FN Reflex Two Different Personalities<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-fn-reflex-front-sight-glows-like-a-beacon\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">The FN Reflex Front Sight Glows Like a Beacon<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-built-to-disappear-how-the-fn-reflex-handles-concealed-carry\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">Built to Disappear: How the FN Reflex Handles Concealed Carry<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-fn-reflex-micro-compact-9mm-specifications\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Specifications<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-fn-reflex-accuracy-test-a-85-inch-group-from-a-tiny-9mm\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">FN Reflex Accuracy Test: A .85-Inch Group From a Tiny 9mm<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-nine-loads-reveal-what-the-fn-reflex-likes-to-eat\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">Nine Loads Reveal What the FN Reflex Likes to Eat<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-dirty-gritty-and-still-running-fn-reflex-reliability\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">Dirty, Gritty, and Still Running: FN Reflex Reliability<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-fn-reflex-pros-and-cons-small-gun-serious-performance\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">FN Reflex Pros and Cons: Small Gun, Serious Performance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-fn-reflex-review-verdict-better-than-expected-where-it-counts\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">FN Reflex Review Verdict: Better Than Expected Where It Counts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-related-reads-from-gunsamerica-digest\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">Related Reads From GunsAmerica Digest<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-more-fn-reflex-information-and-comparisons\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" data-level=\"2\">More FN Reflex Information and Comparisons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-the-fn-reflex-trigger-stands-out-in-a-crowded-micro-9mm-field\">Why the FN Reflex Trigger Stands Out in a Crowded Micro 9mm Field<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the features that sets the Reflex apart from many of its competitors is that it is not a striker-fired pistol. It is a Single Action Only (SAO) internal hammer-fired pistol. I think this helps the Reflex deliver a fantastic trigger pull. It is not a match trigger, but it is just about right for practical distances and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm.jpg\" alt=\"FN Reflex 9mm with 11-round magazine inserted and 15-round extended magazine beside it\" class=\"wp-image-206321\" title=\"FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Review\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The FN Reflex 9mm is shown here with an 11-round magazine inserted and a 15-round extendo alongside.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>FN advertises a 4.5 &#8211; 5.5 lb. trigger pull weight, and the company did not exaggerate. The trigger on the pistol tested averaged right at 5 lbs. Testing on my trigger gauge resulted in less than a one-pound variance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Controls on the FN Reflex are simple and easy to operate. The reversible magazine release\u2019s elongated shape allows operation with smaller hands and is nicely checkered. All the controls are recessed below the surrounding frame area to help prevent inadvertent operation or snagging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Checkering.jpg\" alt=\"Aggressive checkering on the FN Reflex 9mm reversible magazine release\" class=\"wp-image-206323\" style=\"width:840px;height:612px\" title=\"FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Review\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Checkering.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Checkering-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Checkering-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Checkering-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aggressive checkering on the FN Reflex 9mm magazine release aids reliable operation.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-two-magazines-give-the-fn-reflex-two-different-personalities\">Two Magazines Give the FN Reflex Two Different Personalities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Reflex comes with an 11-round magazine with a finger rest at the bottom and a 15-round extended magazine. Firing the Reflex with the 11-rounder requires focusing on your grip, as most micro-compacts with flush magazines do. Replacing the 11 with the 15-round magazine provides a full grip for the whole hand. It is a nice touch by FN to provide both with the gun rather than making the buyer purchase an extension as an accessory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-disassembled.jpg\" alt=\"FN Reflex 9mm micro compact field stripped to show its internal hammer-fired design\" class=\"wp-image-206324\" title=\"FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Review\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-disassembled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-disassembled-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-disassembled-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-disassembled-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The FN Reflex 9mm micro-compact is shown disassembled. The FN Reflex MRD disassembles the same way.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-fn-reflex-front-sight-glows-like-a-beacon\">The FN Reflex Front Sight Glows Like a Beacon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another great feature of the Reflex is the 3 dot iron sights. The rear sight is a 2-dot notch that is driftable for windage adjustment, while the front has a tritium dot center surrounded by a high-visibility orange circle. I think that style of front sight should be on every carry or duty gun. It allows excellent front-sight acquisition day or night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Tritium-Front-Sight.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of the FN Reflex high-visibility orange and tritium front sight\" class=\"wp-image-206325\" title=\"FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Review\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Tritium-Front-Sight.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Tritium-Front-Sight-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Tritium-Front-Sight-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-Tritium-Front-Sight-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The high-visibility tritium front sight is quick to find in daylight and low-light conditions.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-built-to-disappear-how-the-fn-reflex-handles-concealed-carry\">Built to Disappear: How the FN Reflex Handles Concealed Carry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Reflex slide is 1 inch wide, falling right in with the norm of modern micro-compacts and making it well suited for concealed carry. It has front and rear cocking serrations and is relatively easy to pull to the rear. That can sometimes be an issue for shooters with less hand strength when dealing with micro-compacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The stippled and textured grip of the Reflex is very effective in providing the traction needed to hang on to the micro 9mm. I shot hundreds of rounds and never had an issue with the grip of the gun shifting while firing. The grip is cut high in the rear, providing a low bore axis over the hand, and it has a nicely undercut trigger guard. A Picatinny rail finishes off the front of the frame for accessory mounting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reflex-9mm-Stippling-Grip.jpg\" alt=\"FN Reflex 9mm textured grip, undercut trigger guard, and concealed-carry ergonomics\" class=\"wp-image-206326\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" title=\"FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Review\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reflex-9mm-Stippling-Grip.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reflex-9mm-Stippling-Grip-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reflex-9mm-Stippling-Grip-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Reflex-9mm-Stippling-Grip-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">FN Reflex 9mm stippling and ergonomic grip provide useful traction on a small carry pistol.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/fn-reflex\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" style=\"text-decoration:none;font-weight:700;line-height:1;border-radius:9999px;background:#eef4ff;color:#1849a9;border:1px solid #d8e0f0;padding:10px 16px\">\n  \ud83d\uded2 Check Current Price for FN Reflex  on GunsAmerica\n<\/a>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fn-reflex-micro-compact-9mm-specifications\">FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th>Caliber<\/th><td>9mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Action<\/th><td>Single Action Only Internal Hammer Fired<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Capacity<\/th><td>Typically, 11- and 15-round magazines<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Length<\/th><td>6.3 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Height<\/th><td>4.27 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Weight<\/th><td>18.4 ounces<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Slide<\/th><td>Front and Rear Cocking Serrations (PVD Finish)<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Sights<\/th><td>Three dot w\/ Tritium high visibility front<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Barrel<\/th><td>3.3 inches<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Trigger<\/th><td>4.5 &#8211; 5.5 lbs.<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>MSRP<\/th><td>$599\/$659 (MRD) as of this writing<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Palm-Sized-FN-Reflex.jpg\" alt=\"Palm-sized FN Reflex 9mm micro compact measuring 6.2 inches long and 4.27 inches tall\" class=\"wp-image-206327\" title=\"FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Review\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Palm-Sized-FN-Reflex.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Palm-Sized-FN-Reflex-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Palm-Sized-FN-Reflex-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Palm-Sized-FN-Reflex-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">At 6.2\u201d long and 4.27\u201d tall, the FN Reflex is barely more than a handful. That is why we call this palm-sized FN Reflex 9mm a natural fit for concealed carry.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fn-reflex-accuracy-test-a-85-inch-group-from-a-tiny-9mm\">FN Reflex Accuracy Test: A .85-Inch Group From a Tiny 9mm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I always ponder the question of what constitutes acceptable accuracy from the guns I am testing. Obviously, it varies with the size and type of firearm. So, for a \u201cmicro-compact\u201d that is barely 6 inches long, has a short barrel, and carries a 5.05 sight radius, what distance do you test it at? Everyone has an opinion, and I see many of those opinions in the comments on articles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For accuracy testing in this FN Reflex review, I shot 5-round groups at bullseye targets from a sandbag rest at 15 yards. Yes, that is definitely farther than most practical engagements would be expected, but it is far enough away to see how the ammunition differed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The single best group of the day came from <a href=\"http:\/\/Hornady.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hornady<\/a> American Gunner 115 XTP ammunition at .85\u201d center to center, and it was the only group under one inch. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.federalpremium.com\/handgun\/premium-personal-defense\/personal-defense-hydra-shok\/11-P9HS1.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Federal Hydra-Shok<\/a> took the silver medal for the second-best group. That is fantastic accuracy from the little Reflex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/On-The-Range-FN-Reflex.jpg\" alt=\"Shooting the FN Reflex 9mm from the bench during 15-yard accuracy testing\" class=\"wp-image-206328\" title=\"FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Review\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/On-The-Range-FN-Reflex.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/On-The-Range-FN-Reflex-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/On-The-Range-FN-Reflex-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/On-The-Range-FN-Reflex-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The FN Reflex is definitely capable of tight groups, but not if the shooter is not doing their part.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nine-loads-reveal-what-the-fn-reflex-likes-to-eat\">Nine Loads Reveal What the FN Reflex Likes to Eat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I shot nine (9) different ammunitions ranging from Hornady Critical Defense Lite 100 grain loads to Speer Lawman 147 grain. The Hornady Lite was the most comfortable to shoot because of its lighter recoil, but it did not produce greater accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Groups ranged from the best at .85 to the worst, with military ball-type ammunition printing 2.7 inches. The average group size for the Reflex turned out to be around 2 inches at 15 yards, which is more than acceptable for practical applications from a micro-compact. At 5 yards, it shot a 10-round ragged hole while standing offhand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The front sight stood out like a beacon during accuracy testing and while running the plate rack and silhouette targets. The gun did shoot slightly to the left and needed a tiny sight adjustment to get centered up. On a short-sight-radius gun, a tiny adjustment definitely shows up at greater distances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-on-the-range.jpg\" alt=\"FN Reflex 9mm demonstrating practical accuracy with nine different ammunition loads\" class=\"wp-image-206329\" title=\"FN Reflex Micro Compact 9mm Review\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-on-the-range.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-on-the-range-400x273.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-on-the-range-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/FN-Reflex-9mm-on-the-range-768x525.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The FN Reflex demonstrated practical accuracy with a wide range of ammunition brands, bullet weights, and load types.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dirty-gritty-and-still-running-fn-reflex-reliability\">Dirty, Gritty, and Still Running: FN Reflex Reliability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part of all the testing was also what I consider most important in a defensive firearm: reliability. The US-made FN Reflex was 100% reliable. I never had the first issue. Both magazines and the pistol fed flawlessly while shooting hundreds of rounds of different types of 9mm ammunition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I never stopped to clean it or add any lubrication. I wanted to see what it did fresh and clean, then dirty and gritty. It just kept running flawlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fn-reflex-pros-and-cons-small-gun-serious-performance\">FN Reflex Pros and Cons: Small Gun, Serious Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pros:<\/strong> Fantastic 5-lb. average trigger, high-visibility tritium front sight, 11-round and 15-round magazines included, effective grip texture, .85\u201d best group, and 100% reliability throughout hundreds of rounds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cons:<\/strong> The 11-round magazine requires more attention to grip, the pistol initially shot slightly left, and the short sight radius makes small sight adjustments more noticeable at distance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fn-reflex-review-verdict-better-than-expected-where-it-counts\">FN Reflex Review Verdict: Better Than Expected Where It Counts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The FN Reflex exceeded my expectations, and it was not because my expectations were low. 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After reading this FN Reflex review, weigh in with your questions, concerns, and experiences in the comments below.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-related-reads-from-gunsamerica-digest\">Related Reads From GunsAmerica Digest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/the-fn-reflex-unboxed-and-the-first-100-rounds-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FN Reflex Unboxed and the First 100 Rounds<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/Search.aspx?Keyword=FN%20Reflex\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop FN Reflex Pistols on GunsAmerica<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read More Handgun Reviews From GunsAmerica Digest<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-fn-reflex-information-and-comparisons\">More FN Reflex Information and Comparisons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For more information on this model, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/fnamerica.com\/reflex\/?utm_campaign=Reflex&amp;utm_source=GunsAmerica&amp;utm_medium=Display&amp;utm_term=Editorial_Coverage&amp;utm_content=1x1\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">FN America\u2019s Reflex page<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/CCW\/comments\/1askh73\/fn_reflex_short_term_review_edc_and_flat_range\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\">Read an FN Reflex owner discussion on Reddit<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.americanrifleman.org\/content\/fn-reflex-a-micro-compact-for-the-masses\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Read another look at the FN Reflex micro-compact<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gunmagwarehouse.com\/blog\/sig-sauer-p365-vs-fn-reflex-a-comparison-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Compare the FN Reflex and SIG Sauer P365<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gunmagwarehouse.com\/blog\/the-fn-reflex-vs-springfields-hellcat-theres-a-clear-winner\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"fn-reflex-review-micro-compact-9mm\" title=\"FN Reflex Review: The Micro 9mm That Wouldn\u2019t Quit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Compare the FN Reflex and Springfield Hellcat<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The FN Reflex combines a surprisingly good trigger, .85-inch best-group accuracy, and flawless reliability in a palm-sized carry gun. 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