Daniel Defense H9, 9mm, 4.28" Barrel, 15 Round, Black, Pistol The DANIEL H9 is Daniel Defense's first handgun, and it was built to do for the pistol what Daniel Defense did for the AR-15. It combines the grip angle, ergonomics and pointability of a 1911 with the easy shooting and simple maintenance of a striker-fired 9mm. A low bore axis keeps recoil and muzzle flip down, so your follow-up shots come faster and land closer together. This is part number 50-179-10084-006 in black. Daniel Defense lists it as optic ready, and it ships with three 15 round magazines. 1911 feel, striker-fired simplicity: the Daniel Defense H9 in 9mm. Straight Pull Trigger and Controls The H9 uses a 1911-style straight pullback trigger, which Daniel Defense calls BH-SP, for bottom hinge, straight pull. It breaks straight to the rear instead of arcing, and a trigger blade safety adds protection against unintended discharge. The controls are ambidextrous and customizable, so left- and right-handed shooters can both run the pistol comfortably. There is no manual thumb safety. Frame, Slide and Barrel The frame is 7075 aluminum, light but very durable, with balanced-texture G-10 grip panels that are fully removable. The slide is CNC machined from 4340 alloy steel with a DLC coating. Inside is a 4.28 inch cold hammer forged stainless steel barrel with a 1:10 twist, the same barrel-making process Daniel Defense is known for on its rifles. A STANAG 4694 accessory rail under the dust cover takes lights and lasers. The barrel is not threaded. Sights and Optic Mounting The H9 comes with carbon steel dovetail sights and a fiber optic front sight, zeroed at 25 yards. The slide is optic ready with a CNC machined mounting plate system; Daniel Defense sells RDS adapter plates separately to match your red dot footprint. Ergonomics and Recoil Control Pick up an H9 and the 1911 heritage is obvious. The grip angle points naturally, and the low bore axis puts the barrel closer to your hand. That geometry means the recoil drives back into your arm instead of rolling the muzzle up, which helps you track the sights through recoil and get back on target quickly. The aluminum frame keeps the weight at 29.6 ounces with an empty magazine, heavy enough to soak up recoil but still practical to carry all day. At 1 inch wide at the slide and 7.69 inches long, it is sized like a compact duty pistol. Easy to Shoot, Easy to Maintain Unlike a classic 1911, the H9 does not need careful fitting or a hammer to manage. The striker-fired design keeps the trigger pull the same from the first shot to the last, and field stripping is simple, so regular cleaning takes only a few minutes. The double-stack carbon steel magazines have a low-friction finish for smooth loading and reliable feeding, and the gun is made in the USA and backed by the Daniel Defense satisfaction guarantee. Who the H9 Is For The H9 suits shooters who love the way a 1911 points but want a modern, high-capacity striker gun that is easy to clean. It works well for home defense, range training and carry. Browse more Daniel Defense firearms or compare other AR-style pistols. Product Specifications Manufacturer: Daniel Defense Model: DANIEL H9 Part Number: 50-179-10084-006 UPC: 818773023658 Caliber: 9mm Action: Striker fired Trigger: BH-SP straight pull with trigger blade safety Barrel: 4.28 in., cold hammer forged stainless steel, 1:10 twist, not threaded Frame: 7075 aluminum, anodized Slide: 4340 alloy steel, DLC coated Grip Panels: G-10, black, removable Sights: Carbon steel dovetail, fiber optic front Optic Ready: Yes, mounting plate system Rail: STANAG 4694 Magazines: 3 x 15 round Thumb Safety: No Overall Length: 7.69 in. Height: 5.12 in. Width: 1 in. at slide Weight: 29.6 oz with empty magazine Frequently Asked Questions How many magazines are included? Three 15 round magazines. Is it optics ready? Yes. Daniel Defense lists it as optic ready; adapter plates are sold separately. Does it have a thumb safety? No. It uses a trigger blade safety. Is the barrel threaded? No. How do I buy it? Handguns ship to a licensed FFL dealer near you. See how buying a firearm online works. Order the Daniel Defense H9 from BattleHawk Armory and have it shipped to your local FFL dealer.