FAXON FX19 G2 PATRIOT COMPACT 9MM PISTOL
Faxon
FX-19 Gen 2 • Compact Frame • Patriot Compact Slide • Match Series Barrel • Made in Ohio
FAXON FX-19 G2 PATRIOT COMPACT 9MM PISTOL — FX-19-P-02
The Faxon FX-19 G2 Patriot Compact 9mm Pistol is the refined daily-driver of the FX-19 Gen 2 lineup — pairing the redesigned FX-19 Gen 2 compact frame with the cleaner Patriot-profile compact slide and a Match Series flame-fluted barrel for the accuracy upgrade you'd expect from a premium daily carry. Unlike a slide kit or aftermarket build, this is a fully assembled, serialized firearm that ships ready for an FFL transfer.
Drop-in compatibility with the Glock® 19 platform you already own. The FX-19 Gen 2 frame is engineered from the ground up for full Glock® 19 Gen 3 holster, parts, and accessory compatibility. Run it in any Glock® 19 Gen 3 duty rig, retain your G19 Gen 3 trigger guard lights and aftermarket parts, and feed it from any Glock® 19 magazine you already own.
The heart of the build is the Faxon Match Series Flame-Fluted Barrel for Glock® 19 Gen 2-5 — machined in-house from 416-R stainless steel, flame-fluted for weight reduction and improved heat dissipation, and finished with a durable QPQ nitride treatment inside and out. It's the same Match Series quality our customers run as a drop-in upgrade in their stock Glock® 19 Gen 3 pistols, factory-installed here for tighter tolerances and improved accuracy over a Duty Series barrel.
The slide is the Faxon Patriot Slide for Glock® 19 Gen 3 & FX-19 — refined linear lightening cuts for a clean, purposeful profile, finished in durable nitride for corrosion and wear resistance. It ships with a Trijicon RMR® footprint optic cut, complete with removable cover plate so you can run irons today and add an optic tomorrow with no extra parts to buy. Sights are Night Fision® Optics-Ready Stealth Series Night Sights — tritium front, lower 1/3 co-witness with any RMR-footprint optic.
✔ Best for: shooters stepping up from the Duty who want the Match Series accuracy upgrade and a refined slide aesthetic, daily-carry users who want a premium G19 Gen 3-compatible pistol, and Glock® 19 owners who want a factory-built Faxon ready to drop into the holster they already run.
✘ Not for: shooters who need a threaded barrel for suppressor or compensator use (see the FX-19 Hellfire), shooters who want higher capacity (see the FX-19X Patriot with 17+1), or buyers in states with handgun restrictions that prohibit FX-19 shipment.
? Legal note: This is a complete, serialized firearm. Transfer must be completed through a licensed FFL dealer. FX-19 pistols cannot be shipped to CA, CT, DC, HI, IL, MD, MA, NJ, or NY. Must ship overnight. Verify local regulations before ordering.
Key Features
- All-New FX-19 Gen 2 Compact Frame — Completely redesigned vs. previous FX-19 generations for superior ergonomics, grip texture, and durability. Engineered from the ground up for full Glock® 19 Gen 3 holster, parts, and accessory compatibility — the FX-19 drops into the platform you've already built around.
- Faxon Match Series Flame-Fluted Barrel for G19 Gen 2-5 — Match Series flame-fluted barrel, machined in-house from 4150 CMV steel, flame-fluted for weight reduction and heat dissipation, and QPQ nitrided inside and out. The same drop-in barrel quality our customers run in their stock Glock® 19 Gen 3 pistols, factory-installed here for tighter tolerances and improved accuracy over a Duty Series barrel.
- Refined Patriot-Profile Compact Slide — Faxon Patriot Slide for Glock® 19 Gen 3 & FX-19 with clean linear lightening cuts. Nitride finish for corrosion and wear resistance. A purposeful, refined aesthetic that pairs equally well with a duty rig or daily-carry holster.
- RMR Optic Cut with Removable Cover Plate — Factory-cut for the Trijicon RMR® footprint with cover plate installed. Run irons today, add a red dot tomorrow — no additional parts required.
- Night Fision® Optics-Ready Stealth Series Night Sights — Tritium front, lower 1/3 co-witness with any RMR-footprint optic. Genuine Night Fision — not a generic substitute.
- Glock® 19 Gen 3 Holster & Accessory Compatible — Fits standard Glock® 19 Gen 3 holsters, weapon lights, and aftermarket parts. Accepts Glock® 19 Gen 3 aftermarket parts, accessories, and magazines.
- Match Series Accuracy Upgrade — The Match Series barrel is built to tighter tolerances than our Duty Series, with conventional rifling that's generally more forgiving with lead and reloaded ammunition than factory polygonal-rifled barrels. Step up in accuracy without stepping up to a threaded barrel you don't need.
- Factory-Style Trigger — Clean factory-style trigger geometry with predictable break and reset. Drop-in compatible with most Glock® 19 Gen 3 aftermarket trigger upgrades if you want to customize.
- Ships Complete — Includes (2) 15-round magazines, removable RMR cover plate, trigger lock, and operator's manual. Add ammunition and complete your FFL transfer.
Bill of Materials — What's In the Box
Every component listed below is included in the assembled pistol. Partner-branded components are sourced from the original manufacturers and are not aftermarket substitutes.
| Component | Part / Brand | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Faxon FX-19 Gen 2 Compact Polymer Frame | Glock® 19 Gen 3 holster & accessory compatible |
| Slide | Faxon Patriot Slide for Glock® 19 Gen 3 & FX-19 | Refined linear lightening cuts, nitride finish |
| Optic Cut | Trijicon RMR® Footprint | Removable cover plate included |
| Barrel | Faxon Match Series Flame-Fluted Barrel for G19 Gen 2-5 9mm | Non-threaded, 416-R stainless, QPQ nitride inside & out, flame-fluted |
| Front Sight | Night Fision® Optics-Ready Stealth Series | Tritium |
| Rear Sight | Night Fision® Optics-Ready Stealth Series | Lower 1/3 co-witness with RMR-footprint optic |
| Trigger | Factory-Style Trigger | Clean break, predictable reset |
| Recoil System | Standard Glock® 19 Gen 3 Style Recoil Spring Assembly | Captured guide rod & recoil spring; drop-in compatible with Glock® 19 Gen 3 |
| Magazines | (2) 15-Round Magazines | Cross-compatible with Glock® 19 magazines |
| Cover Plate | Removable RMR Cover Plate | Pre-installed; remove to mount optic |
| Trigger Lock | Cable-Style Trigger Lock | Included — required by federal law |
| Manual | FX-19 Gen 2 Operator's Manual | Read fully before use |
Compatibility & Build Notes
✔ Compatible With
- 9mm Luger (9x19) ammunition
- Glock® 19 Gen 3 holsters — full holster compatibility
- Glock® 19 Gen 3 aftermarket parts and accessories
- Glock® 19 magazines (10, 15, and extended capacities where legal)
- Glock® 19 Gen 3 trigger guard-mounted weapon lights
- Trijicon RMR® footprint optics (Trijicon RMR, Holosun 507C/508T, etc.)
✘ Not Included / Not Compatible
- Suppressor and compensator host capability — this barrel is non-threaded. For a threaded host barrel, see the FX-19 Hellfire or shop our G19 threaded Match Series barrels separately.
- Optics (not included — slide is RMR-cut and ready)
- Glock® 19 Gen 4 / Gen 5 specific parts (different frame rail and grip module geometry)
- Glock® 17 / 26 / 43 / 43X / 48 magazines (frame is G19 pattern)
- Hard case (not included)
- Additional magazines beyond the included two 15-round magazines
Shop Related
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Faxon FX-19 Patriot a complete, ready-to-shoot pistol?
Yes. The FX-19-P-02 is a complete, serialized semi-automatic pistol. It ships with every component needed to fire, including two 15-round magazines, a removable RMR cover plate, a federally-required trigger lock, and the operator's manual. You will need to purchase 9mm Luger ammunition separately. All firearm purchases require transfer through a licensed FFL dealer.
Is the FX-19 Patriot compatible with my Glock® 19 Gen 3 holster and accessories?
Yes. The FX-19 Gen 2 frame is engineered from the ground up for full Glock® 19 Gen 3 holster, parts, and accessory compatibility. Your Glock® 19 Gen 3 duty holster, weapon-mounted lights, aftermarket triggers, sights, magazine releases, slide stops, and other Gen 3 aftermarket parts will work with the FX-19 Patriot. The pistol also accepts standard Glock® 19 magazines (10-round, 15-round, and extended capacities where legal).
Note: Glock® 19 Gen 4 / Gen 5 specific parts are not guaranteed to fit due to different frame rail and grip module geometry. The FX-19 Gen 2 frame matches Gen 3 dimensions specifically.
What's the difference between the FX-19 and FX-19X variants?
All FX-19 Gen 2 pistols share the same compact slide platform and Glock® 19 Gen 3 slide compatibility. The differences are in the frame (compact vs. full-size) and barrel/slide trim level:
- FX-19 Duty (FX-19-D-02) — Compact frame, Duty slide, Faxon Duty Series non-threaded barrel. 10+1 capacity. $850 MSRP. Most accessible price point.
- FX-19 Patriot Gen 2 (FX-19-P-02) — This pistol. Compact frame, Patriot slide, Match Series flame-fluted non-threaded barrel. 15+1 capacity. $999 MSRP. Refined daily driver.
- FX-19 Hellfire Gen 2 (FX-19-HF-02) — Compact frame, Hellfire slide, Match Series flame-fluted threaded barrel. 15+1 capacity. $1,050 MSRP. Most concealable suppressor-ready build.
- FX-19X Patriot (FX-19X-P-02) — Full-size frame, compact Patriot slide, Match Series non-threaded barrel. 17+1 capacity. $1,025 MSRP.
- FX-19X Hellfire (FX-19X-HF-02) — Full-size frame, compact Hellfire slide, Match Series flame-fluted threaded barrel. 17+1 capacity. $1,075 MSRP. Flagship of the lineup.
Should I get the FX-19 Patriot or the FX-19 Duty?
Both pistols share the same FX-19 Gen 2 compact frame, RMR-cut slide, Night Fision sights, and full Glock® 19 Gen 3 holster and parts compatibility. The Patriot adds three upgrades over the Duty:
- Match Series barrel — Tighter tolerances and improved accuracy compared to the Duty Series barrel.
- Refined Patriot slide — Cleaner linear lightening cuts and signature X-pattern aesthetics vs. the Duty slide.
- 15-round magazines — Ships with (2) 15-round mags vs. (2) 10-round mags on the Duty (15+1 vs. 10+1 capacity).
Pick the Duty if budget is the priority and you don't need the Match Series accuracy upgrade. Pick the Patriot if you want the upgraded barrel, refined slide, and full-capacity 15-round magazines for $149 more.
Should I get the FX-19 Patriot or the FX-19 Hellfire?
Both pistols share the same FX-19 Gen 2 compact frame, Match Series flame-fluted barrel, RMR-cut slide, Night Fision sights, and 15+1 capacity. The differences are in the slide profile and the barrel:
- FX-19 Patriot (this pistol) — Refined Patriot slide, non-threaded Match Series barrel, $999 MSRP. Cleaner aesthetics, no muzzle threading, the right pick if you don't plan to run a suppressor or compensator.
- FX-19 Hellfire — Aggressive Hellfire slide, 1/2x28 threaded Match Series barrel, $1,050 MSRP. Adds suppressor and compensator host capability, plus the bolder Hellfire slide profile, for $51 more.
Pick the Patriot if you want the cleaner aesthetic and don't need a threaded barrel. Pick the Hellfire if you plan to run a suppressor, compensator, or simply prefer the more aggressive slide.
What optic mounts on the FX-19 Patriot?
The Patriot slide is factory-cut for the Trijicon RMR® footprint, which is one of the most widely supported optic patterns on the market. Compatible optics include the Trijicon RMR / RMRcc, Holosun 507C / 508T / 407C, and any other red dot using the standard RMR footprint.
The slide ships with a removable cover plate installed — just remove the cover plate screws, lift it off, and install your optic. Use the Night Fision® Optics-Ready Stealth Series rear sight for lower 1/3 co-witness with any RMR-footprint optic.
Important: Some mounting screws supplied with RMR-footprint optics may be too long and impinge on the extractor spring rod. Verify the extractor moves freely after installing your optic and use shorter screws or a thin shim if needed.
What barrel does the FX-19 Patriot use, and how is it different from the Duty Series barrel?
The FX-19 Patriot ships with the Faxon Match Series Flame-Fluted Barrel for G19 Gen 2-5 9mm in non-threaded configuration — the same Match Series barrel we sell as a drop-in upgrade for stock Glock® 19 Gen 3 pistols. It's machined in-house in Cincinnati, Ohio from 416-R stainless steel (the premium match-grade stainless used in high-end precision rifle barrels) and finished with a durable QPQ nitride treatment inside and out for additional hardness, wear resistance, and long service life.
Compared to our Duty Series barrel (used in the FX-19 Duty), the Match Series adds tighter tolerances for improved accuracy and flame fluting for weight reduction and improved heat dissipation. Compared to a factory polygonal-rifled Glock® barrel, the Faxon Match Series barrel uses conventional rifling, which is generally regarded as more forgiving with lead and reloaded ammunition.
Where can the FX-19 Patriot be shipped?
FX-19 pistols cannot be shipped to CA, CT, DC, HI, IL, MD, MA, NJ, or NY. Shipments must go overnight to a licensed FFL dealer in your state. Verify your state and local handgun regulations before ordering. Faxon Firearms is not responsible for compliance with local handgun ordinances at the buyer's location.
Where is the Faxon FX-19 Patriot made?
The FX-19 Patriot is designed, manufactured, and assembled by Faxon Firearms in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio. Faxon has operated as a precision machining company since 1978 and has been producing complete firearms since 2012. The frame, slide, barrel, and other Faxon-branded components are all made or assembled in-house. Partner components — the Night Fision® sights — are sourced from their original manufacturer, not aftermarket substitutes.
Every FX-19 Patriot is covered by the Faxon Lifetime Guarantee.
About Faxon Firearms
Faxon Firearms is a precision firearms manufacturer headquartered in Greater Cincinnati, Ohio. Built on a machining heritage dating to 1978, Faxon designs, machines, and assembles barrels, complete pistols, upper receivers, lower receivers, and complete rifles for the Glock®-pattern, AR-15, and AR-10 platforms — sold direct to consumers at faxonfirearms.com and through a national dealer network. Every Faxon firearm is covered by our Lifetime Guarantee. Welcome to The Fellowship of Firearms®.
"GLOCK®" is a federally registered trademark of Glock, Inc. and is one of many trademarks owned by Glock, Inc. or Glock Ges.m.b.H. Neither Faxon Firearms nor this site is affiliated in any manner with, or otherwise endorsed by, Glock, Inc. or Glock Ges.m.b.H. "Trijicon RMR®" is a registered trademark of Trijicon, Inc. "Night Fision®" is a registered trademark of Night Fision LLC.
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