As the firearm market as a whole shifts more and more toward options for concealed carry and personal defense, renowned custom gun maker Wilson Combat saw the need to expand its handgun offerings beyond its highly regarded M1911-style pistols. Unquestionably, double-stack semi-automatics of compact/mid-size proportions and chambered in 9 mm Luger are the order of the day, so Wilson Combat founder Bill Wilson set out to develop an original design based on his experience and preferences. The result is the EDC X9, a pistol that outwardly looks and handles like a 1911, but actually takes cues from the Browning BDM and Astra A70, offering a truly original—and frankly fantastic—take on what a carry gun should be. In this week's NRA Gun Gear video, Joe Kurtenbach takes a closer look at the Wilson Combat EDC X9.
NRA Gun Gear of the Week: Wilson Combat EDC X9 Pistol
More like this from around the NRA
Latest
Gun Of The Week: Ruger LCP MAX Manual Safety
Ruger introduced its LCP MAX in 2021, but in recent years, the company has expanded the line with new models, including this two-tone version equipped with a manual thumb safety.
The Armed Citizen® Nov. 28, 2025
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
15 Great Holiday Gifts For Gun Owners
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the gun guy or gun girl in your life? Here are a few great options from folks in the know.
October Gun Sales Numbers Signals New Normal?
Estimated gun sales numbers reported from the month of October give us a few clues as to the state of the firearm industry and the community of gun owners at large.
I Have This Old Gun: Japanese Type 38 "Arisaka"
Along with the Type 99, the Japanese Type 38 "Arisaka" was one of the main bolt-action battle rifles used by Japanese imperial forces during World War II.
New For 2025: Stoeger M3000 & P3000 Tactical
Stoeger Industries optimized its inertia-driven M3000 and pump-action P3000 shotgun designs for defensive and tactical use.
Interests
SECTIONS
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
EXPLORE MORE NRA PUBLICATIONS
