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Wilson Combat SFX9 4.0"

$3589 MSRP

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Wilson Combat SFX9 4.0" - 9mm hammer handgun by wilson-combat

Specifications

Caliber 9mm

Capacity 15+1

Weight 29.3 oz

Barrel Length 4"

Overall Length 7.4"

Height 5.25"

Width 1.15"

Frame aluminum

Action hammer

Size Class full

Trigger Reach 2.78"

Optic Ready Yes

Release Year 2022

Carry Analysis

Comfort Index

Heavy

0.66

Weight-to-size ratio measures how heavy the gun feels for its dimensions. Lower values indicate a lighter carry experience.

Pocket Index

Full-Size

9.07"

Diagonal footprint measures concealability. Lower values mean easier pocket or IWB carry.

Overview

Combines the solid X-Frame design with a 4-inch barrel for balanced carry performance.

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