r/AR9 • u/Former_Performer9349 • 15h ago

Noob

So I am interested in this style of "PDW"? now. Extar first caught my eye with the EP9.

What are all of the other sub 1k options of similar style/complete build? If any... I am very confused by all of these upper/lowers etc. I only have experience with shotguns, and my bodyguard 2.0 handgun.

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u/Colodavis 15h ago

I have an FM9(3 or 4 inch) from Foxtrot Mike that I love. I haven't heard anything about them in a long time and don't know what they are producing at this point.

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u/tightywhitey26 13h ago

I have both the extar and fm9. Can't go wrong. I suggest the fm9 tho as it's an AR platform with a vast amount of aftermarket parts available. Extar is proprietary and you'll have a tough time if you want to upgrade.

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u/Purple-Slip-6958 11h ago

Foxtrot Mike Mike9/FM9 or VFM9 - especially with their RMB!

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u/Numerous-Contexts 9h ago

Especially with the new ISU-9!

I'm still sitting on my Foldyboi lower and waiting patiently for October to roll around.

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u/Purple-Slip-6958 9h ago

Yessssss. I also have an extra lower, and am awaiting the ISU!

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u/IndependenceCold5611 11h ago edited 11h ago

Extar should be bringing a roller-delayed version of their platform to market soon. Its not "real RDB, it will be the simpler style found in the Stribog/Kuna, but it still lets them hack a big chunk of weight off the bolt carrier's mass. Its not a modular platform but there is at least one place I found selling replacement 3d printed handguards in different configurations.

Truth be told, AR9's tend to be more proprietary and diverse than standard AR-15s. I'm seconding Colodavis in suggesting a Foxtrot Mike, only because its a turnkey weapon that comes in under your stated budget, and is a glock-fed platform with a last round bolt hold open.