Is Daniel Defense's First Handgun Worth It? | Daniel H9
About this video
Colion reviews the Daniel Defense H9, which he describes as a reimagined version of the discontinued Hudson H9 striker-fired pistol. He explains that Daniel Defense acquired Hudson and redesigned the gun to address what he characterizes as the original’s shortcomings while maintaining its signature low bore axis and 1911-style grip angle. Colion walks through his experience with the firearm’s ergonomics, trigger, accuracy, and shootability, ultimately arguing that it’s worth its $1,299 MSRP.
Key takeaways
- Colion teaches that the Daniel Defense H9 maintains the low bore axis design of the original Hudson H9, which he says reduces muzzle flip and makes the gun easier to control during rapid fire
- According to Colion, Daniel Defense made several improvements over the original: an aluminum frame (lighter than steel), raised rail for better light mounting, optics-ready slide, and a shorter grip while maintaining 15-round capacity
- Colion emphasizes the gun’s natural point-of-aim and 1911-style ergonomics, arguing it’s versatile enough for concealed carry, home defense, and competition use
Episode details: published January 22, 2024 · 17:43 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. Colion Noir’s legal commentary reflects his positions and teaching, attributed to him — it is not legal advice. His defensive-incident breakdowns are his analysis of reported incidents, attributed to him.
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