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First Look: Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series 9mm

Upgrades are coming for the Smith & Wesson CSX family of handguns, including improved ergonomics and a new E-Series trigger.

First Look: Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series 9mm

In January of 2022, Smith & Wesson introduced a new micro-compact pistol featuring an aluminum alloy frame, called the CSX. Since its release, Smith & Wesson has refined its design, implemented upgrades, and incorporated additional features into the platform. Smith & Wesson have now announced the launch of the new CSX E-Series.

This new CSX line features enhanced E-Series trigger with a clean break and reset, extensive grip texture coverage, and a modular grip adapter that converts from micro-compact to compact frame size. This optic-ready pistol is chambered in 9MM, with 12, 15, or 17-round capacity options, with magazines and adapters included. Compliant models offer a 10-round capacity with both a compact flush-fit magazine and a 10-round extended magazine (longer grip adapter included).

Key Features:

Modular Grip Adapter – The modular grip adapter lets users size the profile of the gun down for concealment or size up for better handling when shooting.

E-Series Trigger – Newly enhanced E-series trigger that has a light, clean break, and an improved reset. The straighter pull to the rear aids in accuracy when firing.

Optics-Ready - Modified RMS-C/507K optic footprint that features a ClearSight cut designed to strategically divert gasses away from the optic lens when firing.

Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series 3.1in

  • 3.1” 1:10” twist stainless steel barrel w/Armornite finish.
  • Optic ready modified RMS-C/507K footprint.
  • White dot sights.
  • Aluminum alloy frame w/flat black finish.
  • Stainless steel slide w/Armornite finish.
  • Interchangeable backstraps.
  • Ships with (one) 12-round, (one) 15-round (one) 17-round magazines.
  • Backed by Smith & Wesson’s Limited Lifetime Service Policy.

Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series 3.1in 10RD Compliant

  • 3.1” 1:10” twist stainless steel barrel w/Armornite finish.
  • Optic ready modified RMS-C/507K footprint.
  • White dot sights.
  • Aluminum alloy frame w/flat black finish.
  • Stainless steel slide w/Armornite finish.
  • Interchangeable backstraps.
  • Ships with (one) 10-round and (one) 10-round extended magazines.
  • Backed by Smith & Wesson’s Limited Lifetime Service Policy.

Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series 3.6in

  • 3.6” 1:10” twist stainless steel barrel w/Armornite finish.
  • Optic ready modified RMS-C/507K footprint.
  • White dot sights.
  • Aluminum alloy frame w/flat black finish.
  • Stainless steel slide w/Armornite finish.
  • Interchangeable backstraps.
  • Ships with (one) 12-round, (one) 15-round (one) 17-round magazines.
  • Backed by Smith & Wesson’s Limited Lifetime Service Policy.

Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series 3.6in 10RD Compliant

  • 3.6” 1:10” twist stainless steel barrel w/Armornite finish.
  • Optic ready modified RMS-C/507K footprint.
  • White dot sights.
  • Aluminum alloy frame w/flat black finish.
  • Stainless steel slide w/Armornite finish.
  • Interchangeable backstraps.
  • Ships with (one) 10-round and (one) 10-round extended magazines.
  • Backed by Smith & Wesson’s Limited Lifetime Service Policy.



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