Is the FN 509 Worth the Cost or is it just Average?

[Straight7Sh469]

I've always viewed the FN 509 as worthy of consideration, but too pricey for what it is. I've also read the stock trigger, which is listed as a 5.5 to 7.5 lbs break, isn't very good. That said, some people I respect think it's a good firearm, at least as far as striker fired, polymer framed guns go. Many recommend installing an Apex trigger, but I refuse to pay a high price for a gun, then pour more money into it to make it satisfactory. What do others think about the 509?

 

[KTXdm9]

Worth it is completely subjective. Only one way to find out for sure. Looks like they have a rebate going now?

https://fnamerica.com/promotions/2024-season-savings/

 

[PinnedandRecessed]

Sounds like you've already made up your mind.

IMO, any gun that costs more than $99 is a waste of money.

 

[seeker_two]

Maybe find a good used one.....

 

[CharlieWH2O]

Find a place to rent one and try it out. I had one several years ago and didn’t hang on to it. I don’t really recall why not other than I really prefer a 1911. I liked it better than a Glock 23 but not as much as a M&P 40c. For striker fire Smith M&P is the way to go IMHO.

 

[Straight7Sh469]

Rental guns are a poor representation of any firearm because they're often so beat up. I'm simply asking those who have them whether they like them or not and why.

 

[Sasquatch]

Rental guns are a poor representation of any firearm because they're often so beat up. I'm simply asking those who have them whether they like them or not and why.

Look at it this way - a rental gun can give you an idea about the longevity of a firearm. The accelerated wear rental guns see can tell you more about the quality of a firearm than a safe queen.

Personally I've not been super impressed with how flimsy the polymer on some FN guns feel. Glocks flex, yes, but some of the FN's seem even worse. For what they cost, I'd rather have an M&P, a PDP, or a Glock, or a metal framed double action gun. That's just me.

I had a couple precursors to the 509 - an FN FNS9, and an FNP 40 - neither stuck around really long as they didn't live up to my expectations.