I have been thinking adding another pistol to the collection and was initially drawn to the FNP-9 and later the FNX. I like that the FNPs have a DA/SA trigger, the metal "Sig-like" decocker, and seem to be solidly built guns. I also definitely like the looks of the FNX and that they're also DA/SA, but I have some reservations about a couple of the components, mainly the polymer safety/decocker lever and the little bit of play in the backstrap. Have there been any known issues with the polymer safety levers breaking? Its kind of hard for me to fathom a gun maker putting polymer controls on a weapon, especially since these seem to stick out quite a bit. Just seems like they would break easily, even with normal use and holstering. Also, is there a way to get rid of that little bit of play in the backstrap without adding a rubber grip? If not, does it interfere with handling and firing the weapon? If there is anyone here that owns both or has fired both that can offer up any advice or recommendations on which would be a better gun to get, I would appreciate it. I've handled both and they both feel pretty good, but I haven't had a chance to fire either.
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