Canik METE SFT
- Category
- Pistol
- Barrel
- 114 mm
- Weight, empty
- 789 g
- Introduced
- 2021
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Canik METE SFT is a striker-fired, polymer-framed semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, introduced in August 2021 as part of Canik's METE (The Evolution) series. Manufactured by Samsun Yurt Savunma (SYS) in Samsun, Turkey, the METE SFT is a mid-size duty pistol featuring a 4.46-inch (113.5mm) barrel and an 18+1 round capacity with an optional 20-round extended magazine. The pistol is distinguished by its factory optics-ready slide with a co-witness cut that accepts a wide range of micro red dot sights including the Trijicon RMRcc and Shield RMS/RMSc patterns. Key design elements include a flat-faced single-action trigger with a short reset and nickel-coated action components, an integrated flared magwell for faster reloads, three interchangeable backstraps for customizable grip sizing, a full-length M1913 Picatinny accessory rail, and a reversible magazine catch. The METE SFT builds on the legacy of Canik's TP9 series and is produced in a NATO-approved, ISO 9000-certified facility that also manufactures aerospace and defense components for partners including Lockheed Martin, Airbus, and Boeing. Widely praised for offering one of the best factory triggers in the striker-fired pistol market, the METE SFT has earned a reputation as an exceptional value proposition for duty use, competitive shooting, and self-defense applications.
The METE SFT earned a reputation for having one of the best factory triggers in the striker-fired pistol market, averaging 3.75-4.0 pounds. Canik's parent company Samsun Yurt Savunma also manufactures aerospace components for Lockheed Martin, Airbus, and Boeing, bringing defense-grade manufacturing precision to their pistol line.
The 'SFT' designation stands for 'Special Forces - Tactical' and denotes the mid-size variant in the METE lineup, positioned between the compact SF and the full-size/long-slide SFX. The METE SFT's trigger pull averages approximately 3.75-4.0 pounds (16.7-17.8 N) across independent reviews, making it notably lighter than most competing factory striker-fired triggers. The optics-ready slide eliminates the typical rear plate hole found on most striker-fired pistols to prevent dust and dirt ingress. Century Arms serves as the exclusive U.S. importer under the Canik USA brand. A 20-round magazine with a +2 base pad is included alongside the standard 18-round magazine. Canik offers a voluntary Severe Duty Upgrade for the trigger safety spring and firing pin block spring for users requiring enhanced drop safety beyond standard industry requirements.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Canik
- Category
- Pistol
- Country
- Türkiye
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2021
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 114 mm
- Overall length
- 192 mm
- Height
- 145 mm
- Width
- 36 mm
- Weight, empty
- 789 g
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Short recoil
- Firing mechanism
- Striker fired
- Trigger
- Single action
- Trigger pull
- 17.0 N
- Capacity
- 18
- Magazine
- Detachable box
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Polymer
- Slide
- Steel
- Finish
- Nitride
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 360 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 481 J
- Effective range
- 50 m
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Optics ready
Picatinny rail
Interchangeable backstraps
Reversible mag release
Flared magwell
Flat face trigger
Co witness optics cut
Loaded chamber indicator
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 560 9x19mm Parabellum pistols | 789 g | 765 g | Near the median |
| Overall lengthAmong 559 9x19mm Parabellum pistols | 192 mm | 191 mm | Near the median |
| Barrel lengthAmong 569 9x19mm Parabellum pistols | 114 mm | 105 mm | Longer than about 70% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 571 9x19mm Parabellum pistols | 18 | 15 | Holds more rounds than about 90% |
Answers
Questions about the Canik METE SFT
How much does the Canik METE SFT weigh?
The Canik METE SFT weighs 789 g (1.74 lb) empty.
What caliber is the Canik METE SFT?
The Canik METE SFT is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum.
How many rounds does the Canik METE SFT hold?
The Canik METE SFT holds 18 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the Canik METE SFT?
The Canik METE SFT is 192 mm (7.56 in) long overall, with a 114 mm (4.47 in) barrel.
Who makes the Canik METE SFT?
The Canik METE SFT is made by Canik (Türkiye).
When was the Canik METE SFT introduced?
The Canik METE SFT was introduced in 2021.
How does the Canik METE SFT operate?
The Canik METE SFT uses a short recoil action, and its firing mechanism is striker fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
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Provenance
What the record holds
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In service
- Turkish National Police
- Türkiye
Provenance
Confidence in this record
82%
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API
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