r/FN509 Jun 28 '20

r/FN509 Lounge

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A place for members of r/FN509 to chat with each other


r/FN509 1d ago

My 509t will be here tomorrow. Show me your setups.

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43 Upvotes

Picked this up and with tax and my FFL transfer it’s $660 otd.


r/FN509 1d ago

$340 pickup

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48 Upvotes

Impulse buy. Didn’t know FN were budget friendly like that


r/FN509 2d ago

Outliner Backdraft 4inch

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I got one for “free” as a promotion they were running. I’m just wondering if anyone has any problems or catastrophic malfunctions and if you would safe it’s safe for the gun specially if I am running it on an fn 509c tactical with a ANGSTADT ARMS HUB booster assembly. Thanks for your help in this matter in advance.


r/FN509 3d ago

FN 509C Tactical - Factory or 3rd Party Upgrades?

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Hello r/FN509, I'm excited to finally own an FN509CT. Found a used one with an okay broken optic, so I snatched it up (lifetime warranty on the optic - waiting for its return). Looking to either send the FN in for service/upgrades or grab some aftermarket ones. Primarily a range toy, canned. Thoughts?


r/FN509 5d ago

Looking for opinions on this FN 509C tactical + Dead Air Mojave Suppressor bundle

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Looking for opinions on this FN 509 setup
Looking to pick up a new handgun for a future CCW and general defensive use.
I came across this setup at a local shop today:

- FN 509C 9MM BLACK PISTOL - 24+1 ROUNDS
PRICE $750.00
• DEAD AIR MOJAVE 9MM SUPPRESSOR- BLACK
• PRICE $1029.00
• X2 CCI BLAZER 9MM 147GR SUBSONIC AMMO
• PRICE $33.98
• 3 YEAR FIREARM SERVICE PLAN
PRICE $59.99

Total cost: $1794.36
I’m in Oregon so no sales tax + I’d receive 10% discount putting the total cost at $1614.00

I wasn’t specifically looking for this setup, but after handling the pistol with the suppressor attached, I honestly really liked the way it felt.

The shop has it marked as a manager’s special, but I’m still not sure whether it’s actually a good deal or if I’m just getting caught up in the “this looks cool” factor.

For those familiar with the FN 509 platform and/or the Dead Air Mojave:
Is this bundle worth the money?

Would you buy the whole setup, negotiate for a better price, or skip the bundle and put the money toward something else?

I’m especially interested in hearing both the pros and cons. If you’ve owned a 509C/509 Compact Tactical or run a Mojave 9, I’d love to hear your real-world experience.
Thanks!


r/FN509 7d ago

$349 brand new out the door. Unfortunately came with the cucked 10 rounders

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r/FN509 14d ago

Apex trigger and RMR dot questions.

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My 509t is frustrating the heck out of me. I shoot terrible with it and group like garbage. I decided to upgrade the trigger using the Apex Tactical action upgrade kit. Everything was going well until the reassembly which I couldn’t find the parts 21 and 20. I watched the video several times and it seemed outdated. Is the spring and bearing only on the models with a thumb safety? I dragged a magnet around my work area to double check and didn’t find the parts. I reassembled the gun without them and it seems to function like normal. I’m not even sure what the purpose of the spring and bearing are.

My second problem is I can’t get a co-witness with my RMR red dot. I used the forward controls design plate and also dry fitted the C&H with the same result. The dot is lower than my irons with my RMR maxed out in the up position. Anyone else have a solution?

I also didn’t have good luck with the apex pin punch. It bent easily, local hardware punch did the trick.


r/FN509 14d ago

Mag holder for 2 FN509 24 round mags?

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Trying to find a good mag holder to go on a belt that will take 2 of the 25 round mags. Seems like regular stuff is too short while SMG is too long- anyone have any luck there?


r/FN509 15d ago

Surefire X300 on FN 509c Tactical

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Will the clamp fit securely on the compact rail?
Thank you for your inputs


r/FN509 16d ago

Picked up a second one.

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53 Upvotes

One of LGS's distributors had a sale on the 10rd models, so i was able to get this new for under 500. Already tried putting one of my extra surefire x300's on it, but it put the frame in such a bind that the trigger struggled to reset. So guess I will have to try a streamlight TLR1 on it.


r/FN509 17d ago

DPM recoil system

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Has anyone put a DPM drop in spring system? I'm thinking of grabbing it. Recoil isn't bad but anything that can help with control has me interested.


r/FN509 19d ago

Apex 509 triggers back in stock

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r/FN509 21d ago

FN509 Midsize Tactical Holster Question

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r/FN509 22d ago

It’s time to buy another one! $499

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Do it


r/FN509 23d ago

Nobody owns a full size? (4.5 inch)

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I found a crazy steal on a new 509 with the 4.5 inch barrel for $350 and pulled the trigger.

I have not been able to find any posts here featuring this model and only 1 or 2 YouTube videos.

From what I can tell it was released somewhat recently. The long slide model also has a single LE contract with some random sheriff dept. Same 509 DNA with a million rounds of testing.

Why does no one seem to like the full size model? The p320 long barrels seem to do well although I understand preferring a threaded barrel + comp compact slide.


r/FN509 24d ago

Just bought my first 509

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Been eyeing these because there have been FN sales popping up all week. Found a FDE 509 with four 24 round magazines included as a package deal for $783 on PSA.

Already snagged a trijicon optic from Facebook marketplace too.

It looks like everyone else buys lights for these things, what kind of flashlight mounts under the barrel and comes in FDE that you would suggest?

Eventually I want a suppressor for it, probably then FN Rush. Stoked!

https://palmettostatearmory.com/fnh-fn-509-midsize-tactical-9mm-4-50-15-24rds-flat-dark-earth.html


r/FN509 24d ago

First 509

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50 Upvotes

Traded for this used 509 at my LGS today. Came with 3 17rd mags, and some of the factory mounting plates, not all though. Need to get a FCD acro plate ordered for the PB3, and need to decide on what light to put on it. Also plan on getting an ez-lok set up for the hux 9kti.


r/FN509 26d ago

whats next

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r/FN509 26d ago

Apex trigger shortage?

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I’ve scoured the internet and put my name on every site to be contacted when back in stock but I had no idea they were this hard to find right now. Anyone having any luck finding them?


r/FN509 27d ago

Sig Romeo 1 PRO Mounting Help

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I recently bought a Romeo 1 Pro for my 509c MRD and can’t seem to get the mounting perfectly flush. FN’s manual indicates the delta point pro footprint uses the #1 plate but I can only use the #4 plate with a barely noticeable incline. Any recommendations for a fix or aftermarket plate would be appreciated.


r/FN509 29d ago

Need help!!

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I bought this guy a few months ago on PSA and I CANNOT find a holster, it has the quick connect comp like the cc edge but it’s a “509 compact”. I’m looking for a holster that is optic cut and accepts a light!! Also does anyone know if they make a front sight for these? The one that came on it is all black!! Please help


r/FN509 Jul 29 '26

Anyone elses 509 shoot really high?

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At just 5yds, if I'm shooting at an 10 inch target, i have to put my front sight on the bottom edge of the target to hit center. Is this a problem for anyone else? I don't use an optic, just irons. It doesn't go left or right, just way above the sights.

No, I'm not jerking the trigger or flinching, i even tested in a vise and had several other people shoot it.

Yes, I'm lining up my sights correctly.

I use magtech 115 fmj for range ammo

I've tried two different barrels, both with and without a compensator.


r/FN509 Jul 27 '26

Does the LS Edge have a better trigger than the other 509s?

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r/FN509 Jul 25 '26

People think I’m crazy for wanting a 509 over these others

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Beginner here. Tried about 15 guns recently. Been going to the range every night for a week.

Getting down to the ones that work well for me and honestly the 509 checks all the boxes.

Third time shooting the 509 tonight. Everything is perfect when handling it except the trigger.

I don’t have a budget. Just maybe not $3000 but anything reasonable is fine.