The APX A1 Compact is a 9mm striker-fired pistol with a 3.7-inch barrel and 6.97 inches of overall length. It weighs 25.4 ounces, holds 10+1 rounds, and comes with two magazines. The slide is cut for a micro red dot, the front sight is fiber optic, and an Aqua Tech Shield coating covers the finish.

The compact size and 10-round capacity suit a shooter who wants one pistol for concealed carry and home use, and the optic-ready slide adds a sight option for those who prefer a dot. Interchangeable backstraps let the grip be fitted to the hand. The federal steps are the same everywhere: a licensed dealer, Form 4473, a background check and a minimum age of 21 for a handgun. A third of states add a permit, a wait or a capacity limit.

Key features

• 9mm, 3.7-inch barrel, 10+1 capacity
• Optic-ready slide for micro red dot
• Fiber optic front sight
• Interchangeable backstraps for grip fit
• Aqua Tech Shield corrosion coating

This pistol ships to the FFL dealer you choose, where you complete Form 4473 and pass a background check before pickup.