Best Budget PCC? EXTAR EP9

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  • Опубликовано: 10 янв 2025

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  • @derekjackson2548
    @derekjackson2548 Год назад +68

    Welcome to the Extar fan club! The hype is real. Excellent product and value. Proof that you don't have spend ridiculous amounts of money to have a quality firearm! Thanks for the review!

  • @BigStaff
    @BigStaff Год назад +21

    My absolute go to home defense weapon for apartment living. I have had it since the Gen 2's came out and no issues, ez to teach others. lightweight and reasonably priced. Planning on starting a channel and this will be one of my first videos. Semper Fi!

    • @BigStaff
      @BigStaff Год назад +3

      @KnigHater I already have two pccs. You do know that everything that works for one doesn’t work for all. I have an AR but the responsible thing in an apartment is to be aware of what’s behind me. Nine mm hollow points are better for me so I will continue to do that. I understand if you don’t agree.

    • @harvysilva3664
      @harvysilva3664 Год назад +1

      Also live in an apartment complex and the Extar ep9 Gen 2 is also my home defense choice.

    • @motavice3499
      @motavice3499 Год назад +1

      ​@@BigStaff let's see the videos! Would love an update from a person that personally owns it, not a reviewer like Iraq

    • @TheMidwestQadi-y4s
      @TheMidwestQadi-y4s 3 месяца назад +1

      I have a wide variety of firearms from shotguns to AR's to all kinds of pistols and it occured to me the other day that if I had to grab one gun and go out to meet an unknown threat in or out of our pretty large house on a half acre, when sentiment goes out the window and you need to win quickly I would probably grab the ep9. Close quarters, 50 yard shots multiple threats or just one guy, one handed, two handed...its pretty much suitable for all of that. One of the cheapest, but yet one of the most trusted and handy guns I own.

  • @JackofNothingess
    @JackofNothingess Год назад +27

    That EP9 is amazing, and it's got ridiculous value for the money. And, it runs all sorts of ammo without complaint. I'm definitely a fan of it, and as a guy who have one and several of their mags, this makes for a great fun range day or home defense tool. I too noticed this was not mentioned in your PCC roundup video, and glad you gave this a fair shake. Thanks for sharing your review and thoughts Eric!

    • @huntgar
      @huntgar Год назад +2

      ☝️💯🥂
      🇺🇲

    • @slimdoja357
      @slimdoja357 Год назад +1

      Me too! I LOVE my Extar❤❤

  • @patrickmcdowell4933
    @patrickmcdowell4933 Год назад +14

    Great video! I own the gen 1 and have put approximately 5,000 rounds through her without any hickups. Only weghs 3.5 pounds and I would trust it with my life! My next purchase will be the EP45. God bless the USA! 🇺🇸

  • @Usicky12
    @Usicky12 Год назад +13

    This is my fun gun. So accurate, cheap and just overall the most fun plinker

  • @The_Hi_Life
    @The_Hi_Life Год назад +9

    I checked these out several years ago when I started getting into PCCs. Very impressive features for the money, I ultimately ended up going with a PTR 9ct, but if I were going with something full polymer construction, I’d buy an extar in a heartbeat! The reviews are fantastic and for the money, you can buy 2 for the price of a cz scorpion!

  • @drumnut5175
    @drumnut5175 Год назад +41

    He never mentioned the adjustable trigger pull you can set to what you want under the trigger guard you can change the pull with a allan wrench to as light or heavy as you want. It's the best pcc around and far cheaper than any of them.

    • @dmo848
      @dmo848 9 месяцев назад +3

      My Gamo air rifles are like that😊 pretty dang cool

    • @DisquietNoiseInc
      @DisquietNoiseInc 2 месяца назад +2

      Bro wtf are you talking about I never heard of this. Literally JUST replaced the trigger with a 3.5 pounder.

    • @drumnut5175
      @drumnut5175 2 месяца назад

      @@DisquietNoiseInc when they first came out they had an adjustable trigger for the Gen 2 and after they got popular and my brother bought one they stopped making them like that I have the early gen 2 and it has the adjustable trigger and it came with a B5 grip on it.

    • @DisquietNoiseInc
      @DisquietNoiseInc 2 месяца назад +1

      @@drumnut5175 Nice. I just switched my fcg out the other day and used a 3.5lb spring set. Its EXACTLY what I was wanting. This thing is so fun!

    • @drumnut5175
      @drumnut5175 2 месяца назад

      @@DisquietNoiseInc yeah my brother changed his out too for a Rise Armament 3.5 trigger and he loves it and I can't get enough of mine and my girlfriend is all over it too haha

  • @robertwest4299
    @robertwest4299 Год назад +2

    Honestly one of the things I love about this gun is that once I get it I can SBR it and still come in cheaper than pretty much any other option that’s still set up as a pistol with a brace.

  • @granitejeepc3651
    @granitejeepc3651 11 месяцев назад +5

    key features other than mentioned
    1 it is a blowback but runs a buffer system that dampens that
    2 so much polymer that its recommended not to lubricate it
    3. extar makes own glock mags now

  • @DennisCary-gn6jv
    @DennisCary-gn6jv Год назад +3

    First impression I love this pistol, and I'm not upset with my friend for talking me into buying one. As a side note, I really like that your steel targets sing differently, and I can hear when you are on target.

  • @scottrosenthal517
    @scottrosenthal517 Год назад +5

    Oh yeah proud Arizonan owner of one made 60 miles south of me in Lake Havasu city. Great PCC.

    • @granitejeepc3651
      @granitejeepc3651 11 месяцев назад

      yes former Professional Ordnance staff

  • @adamstinchcomb1970
    @adamstinchcomb1970 Год назад +5

    I have to plug Extar. I love my Gen 1. It's fun to shoot and highly accurate. I don't think you can find better for the money. Their customer service is top notch too. They want you to enjoy their guns and it shows.

  • @omgcrisbreezy
    @omgcrisbreezy Год назад +2

    Yessir. Have had mine since last Christmas. LOVE IT. flawless with any ammo.

  • @kennethwood2089
    @kennethwood2089 2 месяца назад +1

    Thanka, Brother, for a great review. Been shooting for 65 years and this is great to see--brings me back to the "good old days" when a real good firearms did NOT cost an arm and a leg. Carry on!

  • @ethinwhite3454
    @ethinwhite3454 Год назад +3

    My favorite gun in my collection and my go to home defence gun.

  • @donniebarajas8564
    @donniebarajas8564 Год назад +5

    I like mine! A BUNCH. sift shootin, accurate. Video is on point. Surprises every person that i let shoot it. Someone posted a durability test video on these. It passed. With flyin colors.

  • @comeoutandpla
    @comeoutandpla Год назад +25

    Well…only took you 5 years to realize this is the best

  • @chriskirkland987
    @chriskirkland987 Год назад +4

    I love mine! So fun to shoot and easy to introduce new shooters to this.

  • @robjmh
    @robjmh Год назад +6

    I have well over 2k rounds though EP9 with the only issue from an ETS mag. About 200 of them suppressed. I have the EP45 as well and have put 200 rounds through it with no issues as well. I can't say enough good things about these pistols. Check out honest outlaws 3000 round review and there is another guy who tries to destroy it and can.

    • @albertreade7607
      @albertreade7607 Год назад

      Is there a big difference in recoil I’m looking into getting the 45 version

  • @IAMDYLANHEARMEROAR72
    @IAMDYLANHEARMEROAR72 Год назад +6

    Love my EP9, was worth every penny!

  • @michaelbuerhaus8409
    @michaelbuerhaus8409 Год назад +2

    Great video! I did not know about Extar...but now I do and will be looking for one. Thank you!

  • @Toolness1
    @Toolness1 Год назад +1

    I love mine, I SBR'd it pre-brace drama. Runs great. Now I need a suppressor. I only have a 22 suppressor at the moment. I'll probably buy a 10mm suppressor so I can use it w/ my 10mm Glock P80 as well.

  • @miltonevans1938
    @miltonevans1938 10 месяцев назад +1

    Absolutely love the Extar Gen2. At the range they always ask what it is. With my Hawkeye red dot that thing is very accurate.

  • @Bigdaddyslasher
    @Bigdaddyslasher Год назад +6

    They're great cheap and fun.

  • @shanevanorder2644
    @shanevanorder2644 Год назад +1

    Glad to see your videos again

  • @MeMadeIt
    @MeMadeIt Год назад +2

    Luv my EP9 and I agree it's "pretty dang good!" Probably going to get an EP45 for Xmas.
    I also use a Primary Arms Cyclops 1x microprism optic. With its etched reticle, doesn't matter if you have a battery or not.
    I found that using a Magpul AFG or Handstop Kit along with MLok rail covers like those from Magpul or BCM really help with heat.

  • @mikea.6608
    @mikea.6608 Год назад +5

    Finally yall freaking feature the Extar Ep9😮😮!!!

  • @sempernarc
    @sempernarc 3 месяца назад +1

    I hope you get a presidential medal for the content youve provided the community. God bless

  • @jonn8163
    @jonn8163 Год назад +4

    I’ve had an ep9 for years and it’s been Uber reliable

  • @MrSymbolic7
    @MrSymbolic7 8 дней назад

    I decided to skip getting another 9mm PCC , even at $500 and would never hate on the EP9, but I went with a left ejecting 5.56 Custom A/R , low profile gas block, timney rigger, upgraded custom collapsable stock, 20" barrel to stabilize heavier loads , upgraded barrel shroud ,all for $775 delivered , no shipping cost ! This was just a Hell of a lot more bang for the buck , so I couldn't pass it up !

  • @voteholyk
    @voteholyk Год назад +9

    People have been really happy with the EP-9. Seems like a great option for someone on a budget. I really like the FM9. I have the 5" upper on an AR lower with a Matador Arms Glock mag converter. Great price and it performs very well.

  • @PrimericanIdol
    @PrimericanIdol Год назад +8

    You can hear that trigger reset from a mile away.

  • @theonecalledvino8165
    @theonecalledvino8165 Год назад +1

    I just learned something new today. Thanks for the Target info.

  • @johntownley9885
    @johntownley9885 Год назад +2

    Would be nice to see y’all do more videos like this AND more meltdown videos, there’s so many new rifles that many would love to see like the new sig and the PSA version plus many more. Thanks guys

  • @codyjenn8785
    @codyjenn8785 Год назад +2

    Thank you for the awesome video brother and that pcc 9mm looks awesome.

  • @chrishunnicutt2570
    @chrishunnicutt2570 Год назад +2

    I’ve had my Gen2 for about a year and have put 1500 rounds through it suppressed and unsuppressed. It’s a great range toy. Very accurate and I’ve never had a jam, but I’ve got plenty of better guns to use if I had to stake my life on a gun.

    • @slimdoja357
      @slimdoja357 Год назад

      Better than a sharp all day. It is a great gun. My wife and I love this gun.

  • @kermee888
    @kermee888 Год назад +7

    Great video! I was sad that the Extar didn't make your PCC 9mm video from years ago but you finally got to it! - I SBR'ed mine under ATF 2021R-08F and put on a Bravo Stock and a BANISH 45 suppressor and it eats AAC 9mm 147 grain for breakfast. It's a delight to shoot and really dang accurate. 😄

  • @OgreRoku
    @OgreRoku 11 месяцев назад +1

    I've had one for a couple of years. It's accurate, fun,and has never malfunctioned. Eats any.ammo. I've tried, mostly cheap reloads

  • @huckstarxc
    @huckstarxc Год назад +1

    Had one, after 500 rounds the top rail broke, and hand guard fell off. Also, you have to keep it super clean. I would get light primer strikes when dirty. A lot of the components are also proprietary. For me there is more value in an Aero 9 lower.

  • @bthomas2351
    @bthomas2351 Год назад +2

    I had no idea they existed until i saw the 45 version video. Now i have the 9mm version on the way

  • @theodoreheintz7891
    @theodoreheintz7891 Год назад +7

    The utility quality enjoyability and price of a gun are not necessarily proportional. I have tried some expensive ones yet the sub2000 remains an all-time favorite.

    • @fixerupperer
      @fixerupperer Год назад +1

      I like and trust my extar better than my sub2k.

  • @MonkKFBR
    @MonkKFBR Год назад +2

    One of my favorite guns. The trigger is metal in the Gen2 version. The most of the rest of the gun is polymer and that works for me. You're not supposed to clean them. Seriously. I've got 2000 rounds through mine and I've just run a snake through the barrel (twice) and that's it. Super reliable. Shoots everything. Makes me really wonder about $1200 PCC's. Also, non-reciprocating (you said it was reciprocating; it's not).

    • @JackofNothingess
      @JackofNothingess Год назад +1

      I have the EP9, and you’re right about how it will run even fouled up. It works well enough for me!
      As to the reciprocating charger, I believe the EP45 has that. Mine does not reciprocate. The side charging bolt is definitely a plus!

  • @ReubenOaks84
    @ReubenOaks84 Год назад +3

    If you get a chance can you get one of Maxim Defense's new roller delayed buffer systems for blowback AR9's?

  • @bobjames2312
    @bobjames2312 Год назад +2

    Should also be noted Extar does not recommend +p ammo in their platform. They also make a version in the 45ACP. I can't own this due to living in the Commi-wealth of Massachusetts. but want to custom build a clone version that can run anything I want to put in it, Tax stamp and all

  • @Isaac556x45
    @Isaac556x45 Год назад +75

    I'm getting some serious FGC-9 vibes from this one, would even be better without a serial number and 4473🇺🇸

    • @brando104
      @brando104 Год назад +5

      FGC-9!!!!!!!

    • @liamwinter4512
      @liamwinter4512 Год назад +5

      You could easily print a body for this and just use the internal components

    • @liamwinter4512
      @liamwinter4512 Год назад +4

      You could easily print a body for this and just use the internal components

    • @Aaron-bq9my
      @Aaron-bq9my Год назад +2

      Cuz 'Murrica!

    • @GimmeDaBacon
      @GimmeDaBacon Год назад +3

      Good news! Marbury V Madison says those laws aren’t laws and is our shied against any tyranny that says “you can’t have full auto without out our permission”

  • @rednecksniper4715
    @rednecksniper4715 Год назад +2

    I’ve been seeing Form 4’s on suppressors and a couple SBRs coming back in less than 45 days recently for anyone that’s curious

    • @timowens7214
      @timowens7214 Год назад

      Yeah I just had mine come back at 330 days so yeah. Theresno rhyme or reason to it . Expect 8-10 months and if u get it before then consider yourself lucky

    • @rednecksniper4715
      @rednecksniper4715 Год назад

      @@timowens7214 yeah but people that have submitted them recently are getting stupid fast turn around submit an SBR or suppressor see how fast it comes back now

    • @chriscantore3712
      @chriscantore3712 Год назад

      Been 9 Months so far for me. 😢

    • @rednecksniper4715
      @rednecksniper4715 Год назад

      @@chriscantore3712 that’s tragic mine got approved day 170 and 117

  • @markrippt4677
    @markrippt4677 Год назад +1

    NICE! Your best vid yet!

  • @dperk001
    @dperk001 Год назад

    I have a MPX K, but was looking at the CZ Scorpion 3, CMMG Banshee 9mm I just found this gun myself today through look at the other guns. I'm waiting on my free mag coupon to submit my order on the EXTAR EP9.

  • @appstate1996
    @appstate1996 6 месяцев назад

    Love your and Chad's videos! This one is no exception. I've been looking for an affordable (to me) home pdw. I was saving up for a Scorpion 3+ or Stribog SP9A but I can buy one of these now. I will need to do a little more research to see if it will accept the Silencerco Hybrid 46m I bought for whatever pcw I ended up with. I wish it had a folding brace.

  • @saltychristian2528
    @saltychristian2528 Год назад +2

    I have one of these and it is very fun and reliable for feeling like a childs toy. I don't remember if I've ever had a malfunction after hundreds of rounds.

  • @jackharston2630
    @jackharston2630 Год назад +2

    Nice. I love those targets!

  • @joquin4618
    @joquin4618 Год назад +3

    Love mine especially suppressed 😍😍😍
    The best bang for your buck

    • @chevtow
      @chevtow 11 месяцев назад

      Which suppressor are you using

    • @joquin4618
      @joquin4618 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@chevtow YHM R9 😄

  • @fredmccall6911
    @fredmccall6911 10 месяцев назад +2

    What about a folding brace?

  • @oHawksun
    @oHawksun Год назад +2

    What would I need to not make it a sbr, a brace?

  • @Aviation_Professional
    @Aviation_Professional Год назад +2

    Love mine for sure.

  • @middleagedbaldguy6774
    @middleagedbaldguy6774 Год назад +3

    I have one and its tits. Just be aware that the optic mount will eat knuckle skin if you mount it behind the charging handle. The extended charging handles you see offered simply wont work as they increase the angle of the force on the bolt too far and it becomes really difficult to charge quickly. Cheap fun other than that.

  • @civilian6622
    @civilian6622 Год назад +1

    I love this gun I wish I can get my hands on the Extar-556 can’t find one anywhere

  • @nickl8830
    @nickl8830 5 месяцев назад +1

    There is a guys channel I came across and he put 5000 rounds through the Extar and said it’s still running strong. I think his channel is called MBYD.

  • @jw9919
    @jw9919 Год назад +2

    How’s that upper rail holding up?

  • @erroneous6947
    @erroneous6947 Год назад +2

    Nice shirt. You need a van with a unicorn on it to complete your 1970’s cosplay.

  • @carlcarlton764
    @carlcarlton764 Год назад +1

    Hm, if you can put these exploding things on sodas, I wonder what else they could be used with. Maybe pumpkins?

  • @berniestraight126
    @berniestraight126 Год назад +1

    Sounds like someone out there is jealous that’s a nasty problem don’t worry Eric I appreciate your use of the different types if I should get one how would I know the one I wanted if you did not review them good god people grow up. Thanks for what you do guys

  • @kenshin034
    @kenshin034 Год назад

    Been preaching these for years and compact🔫 w/MCK 🎒is all you need over AR9s both are gonna run HPs reliability only keep ‘em in factory standards,JSP/🩸🐝/FMJ/+🪵in marked Extds 💨🚪🚘🐗

  • @andycaldwell4828
    @andycaldwell4828 Год назад +3

    Man that unicorn shirt is on point! Where can the fans pick one up?

  • @thudable
    @thudable Год назад +1

    Hey that's pretty damn cool. And in my current price range. THANKS!!!

  • @andrewgrimaldo72
    @andrewgrimaldo72 Год назад +1

    That trigger reset is louder than my three year old when I tell her she can't have candy. 😂

  • @fabiansegoviaalvarez109
    @fabiansegoviaalvarez109 Год назад +2

    How does this compare to the Ruger pc9 takedown ?

  • @trentonfiffia8063
    @trentonfiffia8063 Год назад +1

    Extar says it doesn't accept glock drums can you try them out and see what happens? I dont see why it wouldnt and im to poor to risk trying it on mine. Also they say it cant shoot +P but others on reddit have said theres shot 1000+ rounds of plus P with no issue. Only noticable issue ive seen so far from mine is that the polymer bullet deflected it taking a ton of damage and the charging handle is a tad loose also it doesn't always lock back. Ive also noticed unsuppressed shooting subs this thing is wayyyy quiter than my hk vp9 shooting sub. Im about 1,500 rounds in and it has had no issues eating any ammo i give it. I want to try Xtreme penetrators and the 185 grain +M 9mm bullets when my budget allows

  • @trentonfiffia8063
    @trentonfiffia8063 Год назад +3

    I mounted my red dot above the handgaurd and use my buffer tube as a cheek weld. The recoil is ridiculously low and its accurate to 100 yards for me but there is a foot of bullet drop on 147 grains

  • @billydickerson5647
    @billydickerson5647 Год назад +2

    Will it take a drum mag and how durable is the charging handle

  • @oslobodjenja3948
    @oslobodjenja3948 Год назад +3

    Accusing IraqVeteran of being "elitist" as he shoots soda bottles and exploding targets in the sticks . . . nope, no one ever did that!

  • @DavidTaylor-n1z
    @DavidTaylor-n1z 8 месяцев назад +2

    What is the ammo cost for that?

  • @admiralackbar3634
    @admiralackbar3634 Год назад +1

    Love it and in 45 ACP for personal defense....Skip 911 and call the coroner

  • @Weptek911
    @Weptek911 Год назад +4

    Those Extar 18 round mags fit flush on a Glock 17 and are excellent, as is the EP9. Mine has run great, there is a roller delay system on the bolt that reduces recoil. When I bought mine the manufacturer recommended running the Tula steel case ammo and it ran 100%. I’ve had mine for a few years and few thousand rounds it really is a bargain.

    • @drumnut5175
      @drumnut5175 Год назад +1

      It doesn't have a roller delay like an MP5 it's a direct blowback gun you either obviously didn't know what your talking about or do not own one.haha

  • @podegenst0ner303
    @podegenst0ner303 Год назад +1

    Another great video today

  • @joegore2014
    @joegore2014 Год назад +1

    Great video. What is the exact model number for the brace? I bought a sl m from Magpul and it doesn’t fit.

  • @mountainshootingrangevlog
    @mountainshootingrangevlog Год назад +2

    Love you Eric sir your big fan ✌😎❤

  • @Jammaster1972
    @Jammaster1972 Год назад +1

    Please review the 45 acp Extar!

  • @cobbhc
    @cobbhc 11 месяцев назад +1

    Could this be configured with a LAW side-folder?

  • @ericblechinger5566
    @ericblechinger5566 5 месяцев назад

    Holy crap!!! A youtuber who knows the difference between a sbr and a pistol.

  • @bc_usa
    @bc_usa 7 месяцев назад +1

    Ive had my Gen1 for years and its my home defense weapon. Made sense since i own many Glocks and the EP9 takes Glock mags. 😁

  • @ErikGreene-ei5kp
    @ErikGreene-ei5kp 2 месяца назад

    What’s the name of the “can” suppressor; you are running?

  • @mconcepcion51
    @mconcepcion51 10 месяцев назад +1

    What's a good affordable optic to put on it?

  • @tomschwartz2615
    @tomschwartz2615 Год назад

    They also used to make a 5.56 pistol also.

  • @RobertHamm-u7c
    @RobertHamm-u7c 8 месяцев назад

    One question I’ve got, is can it be converted for an ambidextrous mag release for those of us that are southpaws???

  • @minisforerbody
    @minisforerbody Год назад +1

    Why’re people kicking off about suppressing what you’re shooting? If you’ve got the suppressors and you can readily suppress whatever you’re shooting then why wouldn’t you?

  • @vilo3454
    @vilo3454 5 месяцев назад

    Yo My dude had to stop and just stare at it for a sec….Speechless.. that sold me on 1

  • @stevec9889
    @stevec9889 9 месяцев назад +1

    Any reason to avoid hollow points in this gun?

  • @priell3
    @priell3 3 месяца назад

    I only have 100 rounds through my Gen 2, but so far so good.

  • @jamesbasaldua100
    @jamesbasaldua100 Год назад +1

    Nice looking rifle. How much is it and how much is it.

  • @sarinhighwind
    @sarinhighwind Год назад

    Supressors for every gun! I like not having to wear hearing protection just to shoot some paper.

  • @joelcastellanos7224
    @joelcastellanos7224 Год назад

    Want one of these so bad. But I california...... reached out to them but they don't have or want to make a 16 inch barrel for this thing.
    Figured a long barrel and a thordson stock would work.

  • @USA__WILL
    @USA__WILL Год назад

    The subsonics sound like stapler. Nice

  • @tyrant8485
    @tyrant8485 Год назад

    It was always a toss up between this and the CZ scorpion. The extar seems pretty rad.

  • @tyronewilliams2482
    @tyronewilliams2482 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hey guys. Can anyone that has a ep9 gen 2 tell me what suppressor they went with and what size?

  • @cajuama
    @cajuama Год назад +1

    I should have bought that before Illinois blocked the sale of it. My loss!

    • @10oner
      @10oner 11 месяцев назад

      Are the ones bought prior to the rule grandfathered in? And can you buy one out of state and be grandfathered in you move to illinois?

    • @cajuama
      @cajuama 11 месяцев назад

      @@10onerIllinois rules are so confusing. From what I know, you must register the ones you had prior to the rule. You cannot bring one into the state of Illinois, they are illegal/banned.

  • @mid-misage3416
    @mid-misage3416 Год назад +1

    Nicely setup Extar. Need to get a couple tax stamps for mine

  • @Mrgunsngear
    @Mrgunsngear Год назад +3

    🍿

  • @bretgeidel613
    @bretgeidel613 Год назад

    Hey why throw shade on the scorpion.😢

  • @Maxumized
    @Maxumized 9 дней назад

    Hey brother I think you mean FMJ to describe your rounds instead of “TMJ”?