Canik SFX Rival Dark Side 9mm Optics-Ready Pistol - Black (HG6815-N)
$668.74
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- Capacity-Rounds:
- 18
- Caliber-Gauge:
- 9mm Luger
- Barrel Length:
- 5"
- Barrel Length Range:
- 5" to 5.99"
- Frame Finish:
- Dark Side
- Action:
- SAO
- Safety:
- Loaded Chamber Indicator
- Grips:
- Aggressive Texture w/Interchangeable Backstrap
- Sight Configuration:
- Fiber Optic Front/Adj Rear
- Slide Description:
- Ported/Serrated
The Canik SFX Rival Dark Side is a competition-ready 9mm pistol built for shooters who demand performance without premium pricing. This all-black optics-ready handgun delivers the ergonomics and features of guns costing significantly more, making it an intelligent choice for IDPA, IPSC, and USPSA competitors, practical shooters, and anyone serious about a reliable duty-grade platform. With a 5-inch barrel, 8.1-inch overall length, and 29.5-ounce weight, the SFX Rival Dark Side sits in the sweet spot for competitive and defensive use—controllable enough for rapid fire, long enough for sight radius and velocity.
Canik engineered this pistol around the real needs of the shooting community. The frame is modular: three included grip backstrap sizes ensure a proper fit for different hand dimensions, while three magazine release extensions and reversible mag releases let you customize for your dominant hand. The trigger is Canik's lightened 90-degree diamond-cut aluminum flat design, and the slide features aggressive serrations and porting for faster sight acquisition and reduced muzzle rise. A full-length 1913 Picatinny rail and external mag-well accommodate modern optics and accessories without compromise.
You get serious kit in the box: two 18-round magazines, aluminum base plates, mag loader, custom holster, cleaning supplies, punch and tool kit, multiple optic mounting plates (both Rival and Rival Dark Side patterns included), and extra fiber optic sight components. The front and rear sights are fiber optic and adjustable—functional out of the box, ready to upgrade or cowitness with your optic of choice.
If you're shopping for a feature-rich, competition-proven 9mm that punches well above its price point, the SFX Rival Dark Side delivers without cutting corners on ergonomics, modularity, or build quality.
Key Features
- Optics-ready platform with multiple mounting plate options included
- Fully ambidextrous controls—reversible magazine release, ambidextrous slide release, and flat trigger suited to both hands
- Modular grip system with three included backstrap sizes and three magazine release extensions for custom fit
- Ported and serrated slide for recoil management and fast sight tracking
- 18+1 round capacity (two magazines included)
- Adjustable fiber optic rear sight and fixed fiber optic front sight
- Full-length Picatinny rail for lights, lasers, and accessories
- External mag-well to speed reloads and handling
- Aggressive grip texturing and undercut trigger guard for solid control
- Comprehensive factory kit: holster, cleaning supplies, punch tool, and sight components
Specifications
| Caliber | 9mm Luger |
| Capacity | 18+1 rounds |
| Barrel Length | 5 inches |
| Overall Length | 8.1 inches |
| Height | 5.7 inches |
| Width | 1.41 inches |
| Weight | 29.5 ounces |
| Frame Material | Synthetic |
| Action | Semi-automatic |
| Front Sight | Fiber optic |
| Rear Sight | Adjustable fiber optic |
| Finish | Black (Dark Side) |
| Magazines Included | Two 18-round Canik full-size magazines |
| Origin | Made in Turkey |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Canik SFX Rival Dark Side legal for competition shooting?
Yes. The SFX Rival Dark Side meets specifications for IDPA, IPSC, and USPSA competition without restrictions across its dimensions and features.
What optics can I mount on this pistol?
The SFX Rival Dark Side is optics-ready and ships with multiple optic mounting plates for the Rival platform included in the box. This lets you co-witness with the included fiber optic sights or mount a compatible red dot directly to the slide. Confirm your specific optic model's compatibility with the included plates before purchase.
Can I customize the grip, magazine release, and safety controls?
Absolutely. The pistol includes three grip backstrap sizes to dial in your grip comfort, three magazine release extensions, and reversible magazine releases for left or right-hand operation. The slide release is ambidextrous and the flat trigger is designed for either hand.
What's included in the box?
You receive two 18-round magazines, aluminum magazine base plates, a mag loader, custom holster, punch and tool kit, cleaning kit, optic mounting plates (both Rival and Rival Dark Side patterns), extra fiber optic sight components, three grip backstraps, three magazine release extensions, gun lock, and manual.
Firearm Shipments:
To buy rifles or shotguns, you must be 18 years old, and for handguns, actions, or receivers, the minimum age is 21. By placing an order for this firearm, you confirm that you are the legitimate transferee/buyer, meet the legal age requirements, and comply with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations necessary to purchase this firearm.
We only ship firearms to valid Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. At checkout we provide a FFL locator for your convenience.
We will need a copy of the FFL’s license to facilitate the process, kindly request your dealer to email us a copy of their FFL, as we cannot dispatch the firearm until we receive this document. It is imperative for the buyer to choose their FFL dealer, ensure they are willing to facilitate the transfer, and have them email their FFL copy to BOSQUE Outdoors. To avoid any confusion, the customer's name or order number must be mentioned in the email containing the FFL.
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- The buyer should verify with their receiving dealer that the chosen firearm is legally permissible in their state.
- The buyer is accountable for any transfer fees or background check charges imposed by the receiving dealer. If the designated dealer declines to accept the firearm delivery, the buyer assumes responsibility for shipping costs to retrieve the firearm and resend it to an accommodating dealer.
- Handguns will be shipped using air transportation, while long guns can be shipped using ground methods. If your order includes a mix of firearm and non-firearm items, BOSQUE Outdoors will send the firearm(s) to your selected FFL dealer and the remaining non-firearm items to your billing address.
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