Extar EP9 Gen-2 9 mm AR-Style Pistol – Ultra-Light Polymer Build, 6.5″ Threaded Barrel, Glock-Mag Compatible
The Extar EP9 Gen-2 stands out as one of the lightest 9 mm AR-pattern pistols available today, tipping the scales at roughly 4 lb thanks to its all-polymer receivers. A dynamic-mass, spring-loaded bolt, patented last-round bolt-hold-open, and universally compatible Glock-pattern magazines give this compact 6.5″-barreled platform practical advantages that shooters will notice immediately on the range.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent — clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent rifling — sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial scratches and blemishes are present on exterior surfaces; these do not affect function. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Extar EP9 Gen-2 pistol
- 1 × 18-round Glock-pattern magazine
- Unbranded polymer flip-up front sight
- Unbranded polymer flip-up rear sight
- Extar EP9 owner’s manual
Weighing about half a pound less than many competing AR-9 pistols, the EP9’s polymer upper and lower receivers not only reduce carry weight but also stay noticeably cooler during sustained fire. The design retains full parts compatibility with standard AR controls, making manual of arms intuitive for anyone familiar with the platform.
Extar’s patented last-round bolt-hold-open mechanism solves a common PCC shortcoming by locking the bolt open after the final shot when using standard Glock magazines. Coupled with the spring-loaded dynamic-mass bolt weight, the system cuts felt recoil and bolt bounce compared with typical straight-blowback actions.
The 6.5″ nitrided steel barrel is threaded 1/2-28 TPI and protected by a removable blast deflector, letting shooters install muzzle devices or a suppressor without timing shims.
Additional user-focused touches include a six-position buffer tube with Velcro-strap stabilizing brace, M-LOK slots on the round polymer handguard for accessory mounting, and full-length top rail space for optics. With an MSRP under $500, the EP9 delivers an uncommon mix of light weight, useful features, and budget-friendly pricing.