Canik has made a name for itself among American shooters. The Turkish brand builds guns in both Turkey and the United States. The METE MC9 Prime is one example of its U.S.-made line.
The METE Prime series is one of Canik’s most popular, and for good reason. It packs a ton of features for great value. Canik builds on that success with the new METE MC9 PRIME NC, which removes the ported barrel, giving consumers more options.
SPECS
The new METE MC9 Prime NC offers shooters a class-leading micro-compact platform and feature set, now available without a ported barrel or slide.
The standard specs are as follows:
- Model(s): METE MC9 Prime NC
- Action: Semi-Automatic Striker Fire
- Grip: Polymer
- Caliber: 9mm
- Capacity: 17-rds
- Sights: Night Fission Tritium Front & Rear
- Optic Cut: Yes, compact optics
- Magazines: 2
- Barrel Length: 3.63”
- Overall Length: 6.73”
- Width: 1.2”
- Height: 5.43”
- Price: $649.99
FEATURES
The new CANiK METE MC9 Prime NC takes the award-winning METE MC9 PRIME platform and strips it back to a more traditional carry configuration without losing the features that made the original so popular. Designed for shooters who prefer a non-compensated setup, the Prime NC replaces the ported barrel and slide with a standard one while retaining the slim dimensions, high-capacity design, and optics-ready capability.
CANiK is clearly targeting concealed carriers who want the handling characteristics of the PRIME but prefer a simpler shooting package for specific carry methods or personal preference. The pistol retains the same ergonomic frame design, refined trigger, and sight package that helped the METE MC9 PRIME earn recognition as the 2025 Concealed Carry Handgun of the Year.
ZOOMING OUT
It makes sense that Canik continues to offer new options within the METE MC9 Prime family. As you can see, it has a strong feature set that puts it on par with similar options on the market. At an MSRP of $649.99, it is competitively priced. Make sure to check it out.
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