Smith & Wesson SD40 VE Pistol 40 S&W 14 Round Stainless Steel Slide Black Polymer Grip 223400
The SD VE features an SDT (Self Defense Trigger) for optimal, consistent pull first round to last. The polymer grip frame has a slim ergonomic, textured grip, textured finger locator, aggressive front and backstrap texturing, and Picatinny-style front rail. The stainless steel slide features front and rear serrations and it fitted with 3-dot white sights. This two tone model has a black frame with a satin finish stainless steel slide and includes a 14-round magazines.
Brand Smith & Wesson
Caliber 40 S&W
Model SD40
Series VE
Frame Finish Black
Action DAO
Slide Description Stainless Steel
Capacity 14+1
Case Type Hard
Frame Material Polymer
Grips Black Polymer
Oal 7.20"
Safety No Manual
Sight Configuration 3 Dot White
Sight Style Contrast
Weight 22.40 oz
Barrel Length 4"
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
Designed by Winchester and introduced by Winchester and Smith & Wesson in 1990, the 40 S&W was designed as a "compromise" semiautomatic pistol cartridge that would offer more performance than the 9mm Luger (9x19)…but would produce less recoil and allow higher magazine capacity than the 45 ACP. Few compromises in the firearms world have ever worked as well. From a manufacturing standpoint many pistols designed for the 9mm could be re-engineered to handle the larger cartridge; in a short time it has become a standard issue in the law enforcement community. Using a .400-inch bullet of from 135 to 180 grains from a .850-inch cae, the .40 S&W produces up to 1205 fps, and although recoil is greater than the 9mm, it is easier to shoot than the 45 ACP, and its greater velocity and smaller bullet diameter aid penetration. — Craig Boddington
