Of the nine contenders, two pistols— the SAR USA SAR9X Platinum and the IWI Masada—had an MSRP under $500. Aside from being easy on the wallet, both packages offered strong value as well. The Masada’s standout features included excellent ergonomics, full ambidextrous controls for the slide stop and magazine release, and three interchangeable backstraps for a tailored fit. Like the Sig P320, the Masada integrates a serialized trigger chassis that can be removed from the frame. To sweeten the pot, IWI also includes an optics-ready slide along with four adapter plates to fit the most popular red-dot sights on the market.
Brad was impressed with the IWI Masada’s accuracy, high hold and its very comfortable grip. He was also impressed with the optics-ready slide considering the pistol’s MSRP.
Advertisement — Continue Reading Below
