Tomahawkman
Expert
Well in my latest endeavor of poor financial decisions I bought a Staccato P.
Been putting it off since about 2019 when they were really picking up on sales and marketing to the LE Duty world.
Just figured Id post about my experience buying this gun because it was probably the best I've ever had.
A friend and Co-Worker of mine bought a 5 Inch Prodigy about a month ago and knowing I was tracking the Prodigy's questionable QC issues and inconsistencies, he immediately handed it over to me for "testing and evaluation" We slapped an SRO on it and off the range I went. Got some rounds down range, nothing significant but enough to get a feel for how the gun handled. Had 1 malfunction but otherwise smooth sailing. Captivated by the "this isn't a Glock" sensation of shooting a 9mm 2011, it reignited my desire for a Staccato. The Prodigy in general just wasn't delivering the widespread acceptance as a reliable firearm to justify the cost savings over a Staccato.
Though the fit and finish seemed excellent and the trigger despite being the biggest complaint outside of reliability I kept hearing was excellent. As was every Prodigy I got my hands on at NRA show. I think that maybe due to being primarily a Glock shooter due to work requirements, even the worst 1911/2011 trigger feels excellent in comparison. But I still think you 1911 guys are just splitting hairs on that complaint. lol Don't shoot me for saying that please.
Anyway, after a couple weeks trying to talk myself out of it for the 30th time I realized I wasn't going to be able to.
*goes to Staccato's website*
*discovers there is a law enforcement discount program*
Excellent.
I contacted Staccato about the discount, if you aren't familiar, Active duty LE discount is 15% off. In addition to that you get 3 additional magazines for a total of 6 mags 4 (17) and 2 (20) and the optic mounting plate for free. They also provide you with a separate discount code for 15% off mags and other accessories to use whenever you need more stuff.
With the savings I was saving basically the cost of the expedite fee plus a little so I was going to pay it so I could get the gun in roughly a week (current wait as of this post) instead of 90-120 days.
However while asking some questions in one of the Staccato owners groups on Facebook an individual from Real Street Tactical, a FFL shop out of Florida, PMs me to tell me he's a Staccato dealer and honors the LE discount for the 15% off, has one in stock ready to ship. Also that I can send my invoice into Staccato and they will ship out the extra mags and optic plate free of charge. I proceeded with the sale and had the gun in 4 days from order placed. Staccato had me the mags and optic plate in 6 days from order.
The gun itself is excellent. Mounted an RMR and X300 and got about 400 Rounds on it as of this post. Boringly accurate. No malfunctions within that 400 Rounds.
Comparing it to the Prodigy, its subtlety better all around. Everything the prodigy does the Staccato does better. Keep in mind I'm not a 2011 armorer nor do I have any level of qualifications on how a 1911 or 2011 works on the inside or what makes good ones good and bad ones bad. What I'm talking about is when I put bullets in the gun and pull the trigger it works and they go where they should and its really easy to do it.
The main point I'm getting at is the Staccatos worth the extra money and if your on the fence just do it. Especially if you can get it with the LE discount. Customer service at Real Street and Staccato are excellent, you can tell the folks at Staccato care about the product they are providing and that they stand behind it.
No photo because it looks like every other Staccato P with an RMR and X300.
Been putting it off since about 2019 when they were really picking up on sales and marketing to the LE Duty world.
Just figured Id post about my experience buying this gun because it was probably the best I've ever had.
A friend and Co-Worker of mine bought a 5 Inch Prodigy about a month ago and knowing I was tracking the Prodigy's questionable QC issues and inconsistencies, he immediately handed it over to me for "testing and evaluation" We slapped an SRO on it and off the range I went. Got some rounds down range, nothing significant but enough to get a feel for how the gun handled. Had 1 malfunction but otherwise smooth sailing. Captivated by the "this isn't a Glock" sensation of shooting a 9mm 2011, it reignited my desire for a Staccato. The Prodigy in general just wasn't delivering the widespread acceptance as a reliable firearm to justify the cost savings over a Staccato.
Though the fit and finish seemed excellent and the trigger despite being the biggest complaint outside of reliability I kept hearing was excellent. As was every Prodigy I got my hands on at NRA show. I think that maybe due to being primarily a Glock shooter due to work requirements, even the worst 1911/2011 trigger feels excellent in comparison. But I still think you 1911 guys are just splitting hairs on that complaint. lol Don't shoot me for saying that please.
Anyway, after a couple weeks trying to talk myself out of it for the 30th time I realized I wasn't going to be able to.
*goes to Staccato's website*
*discovers there is a law enforcement discount program*
Excellent.
I contacted Staccato about the discount, if you aren't familiar, Active duty LE discount is 15% off. In addition to that you get 3 additional magazines for a total of 6 mags 4 (17) and 2 (20) and the optic mounting plate for free. They also provide you with a separate discount code for 15% off mags and other accessories to use whenever you need more stuff.
With the savings I was saving basically the cost of the expedite fee plus a little so I was going to pay it so I could get the gun in roughly a week (current wait as of this post) instead of 90-120 days.
However while asking some questions in one of the Staccato owners groups on Facebook an individual from Real Street Tactical, a FFL shop out of Florida, PMs me to tell me he's a Staccato dealer and honors the LE discount for the 15% off, has one in stock ready to ship. Also that I can send my invoice into Staccato and they will ship out the extra mags and optic plate free of charge. I proceeded with the sale and had the gun in 4 days from order placed. Staccato had me the mags and optic plate in 6 days from order.
The gun itself is excellent. Mounted an RMR and X300 and got about 400 Rounds on it as of this post. Boringly accurate. No malfunctions within that 400 Rounds.
Comparing it to the Prodigy, its subtlety better all around. Everything the prodigy does the Staccato does better. Keep in mind I'm not a 2011 armorer nor do I have any level of qualifications on how a 1911 or 2011 works on the inside or what makes good ones good and bad ones bad. What I'm talking about is when I put bullets in the gun and pull the trigger it works and they go where they should and its really easy to do it.
The main point I'm getting at is the Staccatos worth the extra money and if your on the fence just do it. Especially if you can get it with the LE discount. Customer service at Real Street and Staccato are excellent, you can tell the folks at Staccato care about the product they are providing and that they stand behind it.
No photo because it looks like every other Staccato P with an RMR and X300.
my only solace is I got the Gen 2 magazines when they were $55 a piece
Staccato is obviously very proud of their product. $600 for a threaded barrel and $400 for a plastic grip module. Makes me even more proud but one of the poors.
