Smith & Wesson SD VE
| Smith & Wesson SD VE | |
|---|---|
 Smith & Wesson SD9VE | |
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Smith & Wesson |
| Produced | 2012–present |
| Variants |
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| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | |
| Action | striker fired |
| Effective firing range | effective: 35 yards |
| Feed system | Detachable box magazine |
| Sights | Dovetailed, White Dot front and rear sights |
The Smith & Wesson SD VE is a polymer-framed, striker fired semi-automatic pistol series introduced in 2012 by the American company Smith & Wesson.
History
The SD VE is a direct evolution of the Smith & Wesson SD and Smith & Wesson Sigma designs. The SD VE design has an improved self-defense trigger and a comfortable, ergonomic, textured grip. The SD VE also features an improved stainless steel barrel and slide which the SD did not include.[1]
Design details
The SD VE is a striker fired semi-automatic pistol. This trigger system prevents the firearm from discharging unless the trigger is fully depressed, even if the pistol is dropped. The SD's aggressive front and back strap texturing along with the textured finger locator allow the shooter to enhance their grip and reduce recoil[2][3]
Variants
The Smith & Wesson SD VE is available in 9×19mm Parabellum and .40 S&W calibers in either a standard capacity version (16+1-round capacity SD9 VE and 14+1 for SD40 VE) or in the low capacity version (10+1-round capacity for both calibers.)[4]
| Model | Barrel length (in inches) | Caliber | Capacity (in rounds per magazine) | Dimensions (Width x Length, in inches) | Weight (Without magazine, in ounces) | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SD9 VE std cap. | 4.0 | 9×19mm Parabellum | 16 | 1.29 x 7.2 | 22.7 | Two-Tone finish |
| SD9 VE low cap. | 4.0 | 9×19mm Parabellum | 10 | 1.29 x 7.2 | 22.7 | Two-Tone finish |
| SD40 VE std cap. | 4.0 | .40 S&W | 14 | 1.29 x 7.2 | 22.7 | Two-Tone finish |
| SD40 VE low cap. | 4.0 | .40 S&W | 10 | 1.29 x 7.2 | 22.7 | Two-Tone finish |
References
- ^ http://smithwesson.hqcampaign.com/ps/introducing-the-new-smith-wesson-sd9-ve-and-sd40-ve-available-shipping-now-consumer
- ^ http://www.guns.com/smith-wesson-replaces-sd-series-with-sd-ve-series-8447.html
- ^ http://www.smith-wesson.com/wcsstore/SmWesson2/upload/other/NEWsd940ve.pdf
- ^ http://thearmorygroup.com/blog/2012/06/smith-and-wesson-releases-the-new-sd9-ve-and-sd40-ve