Tisas Zig 14 9mm Pistol Review

Are you looking for an affordable and reliable 9mm pistol for self-defense, competition, or just having fun at the range? The Turkish-made Tisas Zig 14 is worth a close look. In this review, we’ll take an in-depth look at the features, ergonomics, customization options, accuracy and reliability of the Zig 14. We’ll also see how it stacks up against some established pistols like the Glock 19, CZ P10C and Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0.

Overview of the Tisas Zig 14

The Zig 14 is a full-sized polymer striker-fired semi-auto pistol made by Tisas in Turkey. It has a 4.2” barrel and weighs around 26 ounces unloaded. The high-capacity double stack magazine holds 15+1 rounds of 9mm.

The pistol has an accessory rail for mounting lights and lasers. The slide has front and rear serrations for easy manipulation. Sights are polymer and adjustable for windage and elevation. The frame has a Picatinny rail below the barrel for adding accessories.

Overall, the Zig 14 provides excellent ergonomics and plenty of great features at a budget-friendly price point.

Specs and Features

Here are the key specs and features of the Tisas Zig 14 9mm pistol:

Caliber: 9x19mm
Magazine capacity: 15+1 rounds
Barrel length: 4.2 inches
Length: 7.4 inches
Weight: 26 ounces unloaded
Polymer frame with accessory rail
Adjustable polymer sights (windage and elevation)
Striker fired action
Trigger pull: 5-6 pounds
Loaded chamber indicator
Reversible magazine release
Ambidextrous slide stop
Picatinny accessory rail under barrel
Front and rear slide serrations
Available in black, flat dark earth or grey finishes

Ergonomics and Shooting Experience

Trigger and Recoil Management

The Zig 14 has a smooth rolling break trigger with a manageable pull weight of 5-6 pounds. Reset is positive and short for rapid follow up shots. The striker fired action and full size frame help tame recoil nicely. Muzzle rise is minimal, allowing you to get back on target quickly.

Accuracy and Reliability

This pistol delivers impressive out-of-the-box accuracy, especially considering its budget friendly price tag. At self-defense distances inside 25 yards, it can deliver 1.5-2” groups or better. The Zig 14 uses quality components and has proven to be a very reliable shooter. It will feed and function with a wide variety of 9mm ammo.

Customization Options

One of the great things about the Zig 14 is that it accepts many Glock aftermarket parts and accessories. You can customize the grip, sights, trigger, slide, add weapon lights and lasers, etc. This allows you to tailor the pistol to your specific needs and preferences.

Pros and Cons

Pros

Great value pistol with solid performance
Excellent ergonomics and comfortable shooting
Smooth rolling trigger with short reset
High capacity 15+1 rounds
Reliable and accurate
Lots of options for customization

Cons

Original factory sights are just OK
Limited holster availability
Unknown long term durability

Comparing the Zig 14 to Similar 9mm Pistols

Glock 19

The Glock 19 is arguably the gold standard for full size 9mm pistols. It’s known for extreme reliability and aftermarket support. The Zig 14 matches up very well to the Glock. It offers comparable ergonomics, trigger, capacity, accuracy and customization. The Zig 14 provides this at around half the price of the Glock.

CZ P10C

The CZ P10C is another excellent striker fired 9mm. It has great ergonomics and triggers. Reliability and accuracy are excellent. The CZ holds 15+1 rounds like the Zig 14 but is more compact. The Tisas model is significantly less expensive but doesn’t have the brand recognition.

Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0

S&W’s M&P M2.0 pistol is a fantastic tactical 9mm. It offers awesome features and performance. The M&P is more expensive than the Zig 14 but does come with higher quality sights. The Tisas pistol offers very similar handling, triggers, accuracy and customization options.

Final Thoughts

The Tisas Zig 14 pistol offers a ton of performance and features at a budget-friendly price point. It’s comfortable, accurate, reliable, and accepts many Glock custom accessories. While not quite as refined as more expensive pistols, the Zig 14 competes very well while costing significantly less. Overall it’s an excellent value pistol worth taking a hard look at.

FAQs

Q: What kind of warranty does the Zig 14 have?

A: Tisas provides a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects on the Zig 14 pistol.

Q: Does the Zig 14 have a rail for mounting a weapon light?

A: Yes, the Zig 14 has a built-in Picatinny rail below the barrel for adding weapon mounted lights or lasers.

Q: How many rounds does the Zig 14 magazine hold?

A: The Zig 14 comes with a double stack high capacity magazine that holds 15 rounds plus 1 in the chamber, for a total loaded capacity of 16 rounds.

Q: What aftermarket accessories can you add to the Zig 14?