Once you get over $2k you might as well go to $3k and get away from polymer anything! Plus you can tell that Wilson went high-end on all materials and detailing. Great comparison video. THANK YOU!

Man that wilson is just beautiful, such a clean look with the two tone and trigger to match the slide.

This Wilson X9 should really be compared to the Staccato C2. I would love to see that comparison. Also, you can add a mag well to the C2, making it a very tight holding gun, depending on your hand size.

I purchased my X9 today and put 200 rounds through it and I have fallen in love with it. Mine must have the medium grip as I would not want it smaller and I chose the one without the rail as I do not put a light on a gun that I might carry. Another plus for me with the X9 is that I don't care for grip safeties. Thanks for another great review.

I purchased this weapon a little less than a year ago . I have small hands I order mine with a small grip and a short trigger and it fits my hands perfectly and has made me a much better shooter 500 rounds at the range leaves a 3'' hole in center mass hats off to Mr. Wilson . It is my everyday carry gun with no issues whatsoever 3000 rounds not one failure.

No experience with either of these so thanks for introducing things like this for us to see 👍

Great video as always, KS. I really enjoy the “if I could only have one” series.

Man I miss you! You were my number 1 source for gun info. I watch everyone but u are my fav.

The EDC X9 is bulletproof - no pun intended :) From my experience and tons of research the WC seems like it will be more consistent long term. My oh so awesome Fiancée picked me up an all black X9 for my birthday and have put 10,000+ rounds with no jams from cheap to great Ammo. A real testament to Wilson’s quality.

I just bought this Wilson today!! Effing great! It shoots like all guns dream to love it

Excellent review of both firearms!

As always nice comparison as good breakdown of info and opinion....Good stuff....

Wow. Not going to lie. Thought for sure you would go with the Wilson. Thanks for another great video.

Superb video and presentation “as always!” I love the Staccato P. If I did not already own an X9 I would certainly purchase one because they are a great firearm as well! To respond to a few things you mentioned in the video: that IS the smallest grip WC makes for the X9, and it was equipped with the long aluminum trigger. Of course you can get a medium and small trigger, but there is only a LARGE backstrap (easily swappable) available in addition to the small one which you had installed. Also, though it was not on the model you had (nor mine), the X9 is now available with a magwell which does increase the purchase on the grip even more. $85 option from WC. I look forward to your next video “as always!”

I agree with your assessment regarding the placement of the slide release on the WC. I also love the trigger!

KS, Great vid. I watched all 3 videos on these guns, been debating both for almost a year, I finally decided to go with the STI, waiting on my order through Dawson Precision. Thank you for all the great info.

The single STI mag throw down in the intro with the lag still has me laughing!

This must have been aa fun video to make KS! I have not shot the WC EDC, but I do love the Staccato P as you know. Thanks for another well done video.

Great review very concise and informative.

Wooooooooow you took the P.. 😮😊😊👍👍.. And I would put the Bul Armory sas Ultralight 2 in that mix.😜🤔🤔

Awesome versus episode KS. I would choose the Wilson Combat EDC X9 all day long.

Very nice comparison. I can't pick a winner they're both outstanding firearms.

I spoke with Harry. He said you could just send that Willson to me. Appreciate it.

I've never been a huge 1911 fan, not to say I dislike them. I have always preferred a double stack magazine and that is why I am so impressed with the STI's and other 2011 type pistols. I think you picked the better pistol, and I cannot wait to get my hands on an STI. Congrats on that super delicious pistol, and have a great weekend brother!

I didn’t know anything about the Wilson until this video . Very nice . I really like the staccato it’s just a really cool gun . And the name is bad ass .

Nice Comparison Review, Either Would Be a great choice! Thanks for Sharing, Carry On

I went back and forth between the Staccato C2 duo & the Wilson combat experior, in the end I saved myself 1k and went with the C2...after shooting it WOW absolutely amazing and I am loving it 500 rounds of all kinds of different 9mm with no problems including HSTs in 124 & 147no issues....and yes it begs to be shot fast 😁

I would love to carry one of these guns, but they're out of my price range. I'm saving for the Henry sides loader Carbine chambered in 44 Magnum whenever it comes out. I'm guessing that ridiculous thing is probably going to retail for 11 hundred. Excellent video as usual. 🔫

Just once I wish someone would do a full IDPA Match with both guns in parallel and THEN tell me which one they like better. Way too many of these videos are just unboxings or range plinking. What i want to see is how well you can wear it comfortably under clothing, get it out from concealment, acquire a grip on a fast draw, shoot at different distances, drop mags, reload, etc. and still shoot accurately and quickly while under some stress. Also good to do it outside, as the lighting conditions vary (sun reflecting off the slides or sights, etc.)

My vote goes with the X9. I love the smaller size for concealed carry.

I just saw Bill Wilson do a video on this & 2 other guns , This is what they call Win / Win .

Thank you for great reviews! I carry my EDC x9s in both 3.5” and 4” all the time. I have a number of 2011’s and I prefer the reliability and ergonomics of the WCB

Morning And Early Afternoon KS 👋👍. Great Vid and Sweet Firearms Sir , I like em....... 😎

I appreciate your videos. Always seem to be informative and fun. I think on this one though, you kinda skipped over one very important factor, and that is concealability. The sti is designed as a low cost(relative to other options) 2011 race gun (slightly shorter than the typical 3gun types but point still stands). The edc x9 is designed specifically as a concealed carry gun....thus, no mag well, rounded portion on back lower end of grip for less print, and designed to be stone cold reliable (like...glock reliable but without all the downsides of a glock). If your looking for a range or competition gun, the sti is a clear winner. If your looking for a daily concealed carry gun, the edc x9 is arguably the best gun on the market. Comparing the 2 without making this point is a bit like a comparison between a 1wood, and a 3 iron with the conclusion that the 1wood is better because the ball flew further 🤣. I think it’s a testament to the x9 that it can simultaneously hang with the sti in the sti’s wheelhouse, wile still being stone cold reliable, and concealable. Thanks for posting the vid. Looking forward to the next. Edit: x9 mags can be had for 35 bucks(18 round extended), and 31 for 15 rounders @bigdaddyunlimited, sti mags are almost 3 times as much. Worth considering when comparing prices and your intended use ( you’ll need about 6 21 round mags for practical shooting/3 gun)

hahahaha that intro with the mags is on point lol

Love Centerfire ss! I’m picking up my Staccato from there today

Have the Staccato P DUO and love the way it shoots. Just ordered the Wilson Combat EDC X9 today from Palmetto State Armory (in stock); should have it in a few days. Can’t wait to see how it compares.

Love the ball end cuts on the Wilson

Two of my dream guns.

Great video KS, I aim to have my next pistol be a "2011". So i learned a lot from thin. Thank you sir. Now, I just need to save up for like a year😂

That live stream question about what is gonna be my new duty gun may have been finalized on the big P.

Bought the X9, lots of stove pipes and failure to go into battery. Sent it back to Wilson to get fixed.... wondering if I should have picked up the Staccato P instead? :”( X9 is finicky with ammo. Wilson recommends higher grain ammo so it will cycle. Mine won’t even take 115gr. It cough’s and chokes on it. 126gr is even iffy. FYI I was using Winchester 126gr. When I tried 115gr., It was Sig’s 365 ammo

I got lucky and ran into a shop that had both Wilson X9S, X9, X9L and Staccato P Duo, C2. The also "rent" these guns. I was pretty amazed at that. Rent a $3k Wilson? I was shocked, and who can say no to this. Anyway, when all said and done, I walked out with the Staccato P Duo (Red Dot, Rail, MagWell), The MagWell changes this gun in a big way, whereas with the Wilson, it didn't make much difference. Both awesome guns, they shoot awesome, but if you are presented with all of them to choose, it is a hard choice. Can't go wrong with any of these guns.

Nice review KS "as always". For me to make a decision on which one I would have to see them in person and hold them. Going by looks alone I sure like the looks of the Wilson the best. Great looking gandgun.

Staccato P H.O.S.T (optic ready) is still below cost of the X9. Both great guns and excellent decision on "if I could only have just one", also my choice. Once again, another spectacular vid KS!

Great video however I owned the EDC X9 but couldn't just be happy there so I've since also bought the STI Staccato P LOL..

Great review, I went with the STI. I bust the budget going $2k, any higher I would need to get a 4th job. Also great tips on better shooting with the STI. Thanks KS.

I have the X9; it's an awesome pistol. It is essentially the size of the Glock 19 and a lot of time and research went into making it just as reliable. Hence, a 1911 style option for ccw for those who can afford it. This size pistol is the largest I personally will carry. The STI being both larger and heavier would relegate it to home defense for me. If it had been available when I purchased the X9 I may have decided on it, and went back to my G19 for carry, simply because of the price difference. Still one could get the X9 and use it for every purchase. FYI. not one issue with mine so far and find it to be a great shooter.

Hi KSGG, not many videos on the Staccato P. I have the funds for the Staccato P 4.4 or the Staccato C2. I have the Wilson EDC X9S and Bul Viper and the C2 would be a bit bigger and the P would be more in size with my Shadow2 and Stock3. I have Sneaky Pete holsters that will mount to my wheelchair, so weight isn't an issue. With that background, which way would you go?

I'm in the staccato camp for the exclusive reason for 600 more you get an optic ready firearm with the duo.

My Girl got me a EDCX9L custom built with the Magwell. Took about 9 months to receive since I ordered it at the peak of covid. Every gun store or people I meet at the range always tell me that Wilson Combat is on a whole different level above staccato

I think the Wilson Combat is considerably more concealable.

Staccato did fantastic at range, So accurate it make me look I can shoot

Beautiful guns...these KZfaq algorithms know me better than I know myself

Much as I'd like to have either I went with a Springfield Range officer Champion Elite 9mm instead, IMO it's just as accurate and looks just as nice! I honestly looked into buying the Staccato C $1700 but couldn't find one in stock, So I just went with the RO Elite been wanting one for 3 yrs actually got lucky and bought the last one and for only $749 brand new!! Normally $800-$900+... so ordered another Sig 229 elite..2 great pistols for the price of one Staccato c.. lol

I've owned numerous STI's and Wilson Combat pistols. Both are quality manufacturers and you will do well with either. I've not shot a Staccato, but I have to assume their grip profile is the same as all other 2011's. In my opinion they are a little chunky for CCW work. I've carried professionally for 20 years and for a carry pistol, the ergonomics, weight, reliability, and accuracy of the WC EDCX9 can't be beat. Sure there are pistols which can compete in any single category, but not as a whole package. I picked mine up pre-loved for 2k which negates the price difference. WC's customer service is top notch. Apples to Apples, if I could only have one, it would be the EDC X9.

You need to get your hands on the Staccato C2 pistol to compare with the EDC X9 now. They are more alike in size anyway. I would also like to see a review on the new Wilson Combat EDC X9S if you can get your hands on that pistol.

I have that same staccato p and the experior compact double stack with the magwell. In my opinion the build quality is better with the Wilson except the finish and the staccato shoots better, less recoil and better tracking.

If from the same part of kc! My dad is a Leawood cop and I’m about to be a kck cop I go to center fire all the time!! I’m looking to get the Wilson if you see this and know a dealer please let me know!! Love the channel!

New to the channel you can thank Honest out law for that ... tuff choice. Would truly need to spend time with both . Before I could make the call . Both are awesome. I’d say both .. lol

I’m taking the Wilson every time!

But for EDC would the Wilson not be better far as concealment ??

Lovely sti, very nice and badass gun.

I've added 4 to the safe this year 😁 better cool it for a month or 2. But always wanted a Wilson.

Honestly, the X9 is probably the best factory 2011 out there. Not because it’s the softest shooting but because it’s actually a signifikant redesign compared to the 1911. Most 2011s are just thick 1911s while the X9 took a more sophisticated approach.

Isn’t there an STI-Compact that would be a better matched comparison?

Cool guns . Your range clip shows you need more training than expensive guns . Good luck

I have the Staccato C2 pistol, and I have just ordered the Wilson Combat EDC X9. So in a couple of months I should be able to make a comparison of the two.

Fun Video! I think you were right on this one. Both serve a different purpose but I think the STI is just a cooler gun anyway.

Id love for you to do the Wilson 320.

how these 2 compare to the nighthawk?

The Wilson is a dream gun of mine but the price point is a nightmare

The Wilson design is fundamentally different than the 2011. It’s why the reliability and longevity without the need to change springs and adjust the ejector, etc? are better Internals are very different.

Just got my WC EDCX9. Put 200 rds down range. Best gun I have ever carried. Still gonna get the STI C2.

Have both, be a very tough choice. Probably go with the EDC but just because I love the sights. If I changed the Ps sight it really wouldn’t matter witch one I kept

Where did you get the grips from for the staccato p

Spot on!

Would have like to seen you drop the Wilson mag without readjusting your hand from a full grip. Mag catches the edge of your hand and won't drop free.

Great choice

Can you do a video on the affordable Philippino 2011? Metro Arms SPS Pantera 9mm 2011 21+1 Rocky Island Armory TAC 2011 9mm 17+1 MAC 3011 SLD Tactical Series 9m 17+1 American Classic XB 2011 9mm 17+1 Llama, IX-D 9mm 17+1

Excellent comparo KS... I as well would have to lean towards the STI... that said, I wouldn't kick the X9 out of bed!

Well, I did it, I think I've changed my mind. I picked up a Staccato C2 DPO Limited and man is it a shooter! I prefer the grip on the EDCX9, but honestly the Staccato is sweet. I'm going to have to do a head to head range day, but ultimately the ability to add a dot, light (the EDC is non-rail) and ability to have a threaded barrel is what wins for the Staccato.

The Wilson Combat EDC X9 in this video has Sterling Silver grip medallions, not Pewter as stated. Also, The EDC X9 does not come in different frames sizes. There's only one frame, but the back strap is changeable, you can get a small or large back strap. The back strap in the video is size small.

I would compare the EDCX9 with the STI DVC Carry. Both great guns at the near same price point.

Both are 100% .. before you said the price , my vote was STI ..... after you said the price my vote is STI Many Thanks !!!!

*cries in southpaw*

Does anyone know if the Staccatos are hand assembled or production made?

I own a nighthawk double stack rmr and I've had 2 Wilson EDCX9s having magazine compatability with my nighthawk would be very nice. Wilson is better for hiding though

great review...X9 is in a different class than the STI.

Good Choice. I agree.

I just can't get passed a plastic trigger n frame for 2k and 2.5k for the chrome or optic ready...

Just ordered the X9

Did someone shoot the ceiling next to you from 12:15-12:18?

They only have a large back strap and an extended trigger but no smaller backstrap. Appears you have a pretty long trigger on your Wilson !

How does the Wilson stand up to the. STI c?

I have an x9 with a magwell and red dot. it's the best gun purchase I've made. Haven't shot an STI before.

Please do a Daniel Defense vs BCM AR-15. Would love to see that one.

I own both of these almost exactly ( my edc x9 has no rail purposely). ( my staccato p is the duo with gen 2 grips) The Wilson is my carry and made a bit more detailed and precise. Stayed with irons on Wilson to keep it light and sti got streamlight tlr-2 and a holosun 507c and I guess I call my duty gun and is my home defense Also the Wilson is the best fitting pistol ever. Better than my cz shadow2

If you want the mag well version buy it that way. WC charges $200 to add a mag well to one that didn’t have it. Can’t just purchase one and do it yourself

I don't live in the US, unfortunately. Both pistols are very appealing to me, but I will go for a WC EDC X9 if I have to choose one. The benefit of STI S P is the flat front trigger guard, which is ergonomic for finger rest.