# Dan Wesson DWX Compact 9mm - Match Barrel, Optics & Night Sights

**Brand:** Dan Wesson
**Category:** Compact Handguns
**Caliber:** 9mm

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** 9mm
- **Barrel Length:** 4"
- **Capacity:** 15 rounds
- **Finish:** ALUMINUM
- **Weight:** 28 oz
- **Overall Length:** 7.47"
- **UPC:** 806703921044
- **SKU:** UCECYJRNE

## Description

The Dan Wesson DWX Compact is a single-action semi-automatic pistol in 9mm Luger, built on an aluminum frame with Black DLC finish. It combines a match-grade bull barrel with an optics-ready slide, a configuration aimed at shooters who want precision without having to swap barrels or send the slide out for milling.

### Key Specifications
- **Manufacturer:** Dan Wesson
- **Model:** DWX Compact
- **Type:** Semi-Auto Pistol
- **Action:** Single Action
- **Caliber:** 9mm Luger (9x19 Para)
- **Finish:** Black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon)
- **Frame Material:** Aluminum Frame
- **Stock/Grips:** Black Henning Aluminum Grips
- **Barrel Length:** 4 inches
- **Overall Length:** 7.47 inches
- **Capacity:** 15 + 1 rounds
- **Sights:** Front: Night Sight | Rear: U Notch | Type: Night Sights
- **Weight:** 28.5 oz.
- **Safety:** Manual Thumb Safety
- **Additional:** Optic Ready Slide, Match Grade Bull Barrel

The match-grade bull barrel supports consistent shot placement. It's the kind of feature that shows up in competitive pistol builds and carries over well to range practice. The optics cut is pre-machined, so mounting a red dot doesn't require additional work. Night sights handle low-light use without relying on batteries. The manual thumb safety and aluminum Henning grips are nods toward the 1911/CZ hybrid DNA the DWX draws from.

At 28.5 oz. it's on the heavier side for a compact. That weight is partly the aluminum frame and partly the bull barrel. Both trade some carry comfort for better in-hand stability.

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

Dan Wesson owners tend to lead with craftsmanship. The match barrel's accuracy comes up in nearly every positive review, and recoil management gets consistent praise. The bull barrel and aluminum frame absorb felt recoil well enough that both new and experienced shooters mention it.

The optics-ready slide is a highlight for customization-minded buyers. People like that the cut is already there and just needs a plate for their preferred optic. Night sights get straightforward positive mentions for low-light confidence.

The main friction points are price and carry weight. Price-wise, most acknowledge Dan Wesson commands a premium over comparable 9mm compacts, and reactions split between "worth it for the quality" and "hard to justify vs. cheaper options." Weight gets flagged by anyone who bought it primarily for everyday carry. At 28.5 oz. unloaded, it's noticeable. Some users ended up keeping it as a range or competition gun rather than a carry piece.

Overall tone in community discussions is positive, with the strongest praise directed at accuracy and build quality.

## Pricing

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