IWI Masada
Israel's answer to the Glock 17, and on one point it's ahead: it comes optics-ready with the adapter plates in the box, at no extra cost. Seventeen rounds, a removable fire-control chassis, and one of the lowest prices in its class. Above all, it's made here — meaning parts and gunsmith service without waiting on imports.
What's good about it
- Optics-ready with adapter plates included — no extra charge
- Made in Israel: parts, service, and gunsmiths available immediately
- 17 rounds at one of the lowest prices in its class
What's less good
- Less accurate at the competition level than pricier rivals
- Average trigger
- Fewer aftermarket accessories than Glock
Common user reviews
The remarks that come up most often among owners in Israel and abroad, good and bad. These are user opinions, not our test.
Common praise
- Most common praise: exceptional value for the money, especially with the plates in the box
- Completely reliable — it shoots and doesn't jam
- Local service with no waiting on overseas shipments
Common complaints
- Most common complaint: the trigger is plain and feels basic
- Less accurate than the high-end competition
- Slightly less polish in the finish compared to the European brands
Generations and versions
Which optics fit it
The IWI Masada ships with adapter plates, so it accepts a wide range of footprints: RMR, RMSc and Docter. 22 of the optics sold in Israel fit it.
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