Defense Smith & Wesson SD9 VE and SD40 VE SELF DEFENSE PISTOLS Recoil Staff June 20, 2012 0 COMMENT Smith & Wesson has released the new SD9 VE and SD 40 VE striker-fire pistols, chambered in 9mm and .40 S&W. These pistols combine value with enhanced features to deliver top-grade performance in a reliable option for home and personal protection. At the foundation of each SD VE pistol is a lightweight polymer frame, designed to excel in the areas of comfort and durability. The silver colored stainless steel slide provides a distinctive two-tone look and features front and rear slide serrations for improved firearm handling. Among the key features found on the Smith & Wesson SD9 VE and SD40 VE is the Self Defense Trigger (SDT™). Providing a smooth, consistent trigger pull, the SDT design helps to enhance accuracy while providing users with increased confidence. Sights for the DE VE are standard white-dot front and a white two-dot rear. For optimal comfort and control, the SD VE pistol has been fitted with an 18° natural point of aim, ergonomic grip with aggressive front and back strap texturing. The Smith & Wesson SD9 VE and SD40 VE have both been built with a textured finger locator, which is placed directly above the trigger guard on the left and right side of the frame. Underneath the barrel, a universal Picatinny-style equipment rail is standard for optional tactical lights, lasers and other popular accessories. The SD9 VE is available with either a 16+1 or 10+1 round capacity while the SD40 VE is standard with either a 14+1 or 10+1 magazine capacity. Both pistols have an unloaded weight of 22.7 ounces and a slender width of 1.29 inches. With a 4-inch barrel and an overall length of 7.2 inches, both models are fully compatible for personal protection or home defense measures. The SD9 VE and SD40 VE have a suggested retail price of $379 more information and your local dealer can be found HERE. Model: SW SD40 VE and SW SD9 VE Caliber: .40 S&W or 9mm Capacity: 10+1/14+1 or 16+1/10+1 Action: Striker Fired Action Barrel Length: 4″ / 10.2 cm Front Sight: White Dot Rear Sight: Fixed 2-Dot Overall Length: 7.2″ / 18.3 cm Width: 1.29″ / 3.3 cm Weight: 22.7 oz. / 643 g Grip: Textured Polymer Frame: Material Polymer Slide Material: Stainless Steel Barrel Material: Stainless Steel Finish: Two-Tone Features & Benefits • SDT – Self Defense Trigger for Optimal, Consistent Pull First Round to Last • Dovetailed, White Dot Sights • Standard, Picatinny-Style Rail • Slim, Ergonomic, Textured Grip • Textured Finger Locator • Aggressive Front and Back Strap Texturing • Distinctive Two-Tone Finish • Front and Rear Serrations www.smith-wesson.com Explore RECOILweb:The New Kalashnikov - AK-12Action movies channeling Harryhausen? TMS "Ankle Med Kit"RECOILtv NRA 2017: Lancer Systems New Magazines and Handguards
