The Century Arms Mete MC9L is a sub-compact, semi-automatic handgun built on the Canik Mete MC9L platform and chambered in 9mm Luger. It has a 3.18-inch barrel and a polymer frame finished in Flat Dark Earth. The pistol ships with two 17-round magazines for a 17+1 capacity suited to everyday carry. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Century Arms 
• Model: Mete MC9L 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger 
• Action: Semi-Auto 
• Capacity: 17+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 3.18 inches 
• Weight: 22.22 ounces 
• Finish: Flat Dark Earth 
• Frame Material: Polymer 
   

Detailed Features 

• Front white dot sight paired with a blacked-out rear dot sight for fast target acquisition 
• Ships with two 17-round Canik sub-compact magazines plus a finger-extension base plate 
• Includes three interchangeable grip backstraps for fit adjustment 
• Comes with a magazine loader, custom holster, cleaning brush and jag rod, and a storage case 
• Accepts standard and extended-capacity Canik magazines

Owners of the Mete MC9L and other Canik-based Century Arms pistols generally report smooth cycling out of the box and describe the trigger as a standout for a sub-compact striker gun. A minority mention initial slide stiffness that eases up with use.

The polymer frame and swappable backstraps let shooters adjust grip fit, and most carry it comfortably given its sub-compact size. Some larger-handed shooters find the grip tight next to the full-size Mete.

Buyers often mention that the bundled magazines, holster, and cleaning kit add value relative to the price, though aftermarket holster and magazine support still trails more established sub-compact 9mm lines.