The CZ P-10 Sub Compact is a striker-fired 9mm pistol with a 3.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, polymer frame, black nitride slide, and 12+1 capacity. Night sights are included — orange front, black rear — and the grip takes interchangeable backstraps. 
 

Key Specifications 

• UPC: 806703951607 
• Caliber: 9MM LUGER (9X19 PARA) 
• Action: Striker 
• Capacity: 12 Rounds (+1) 
• Barrel Length: 3.5 inches 
• Weight: 1.5 lbs. 
• Material: Polymer frame with cold hammer forged barrel 
• Color: Black 
• Sights: Orange Night Front, Black Rear 
• Grip Type: Black Interchangeable Backstrap 
• Slide Finish: Black Nitride 
• Safety Features: Firing Pin Block, Trigger Safety 
   

Detailed Features 

• 3.5-inch barrel keeps the overall package short for IWB concealment. 
• 12+1 capacity is above average for the subcompact class. 
• Orange night front sight for fast acquisition in low light; black rear provides contrast without catching light. 
• Firing pin block and trigger safety — no external manual safety. 
• Polymer frame reduces weight; the cold hammer-forged barrel is the same process CZ uses on full-size service pistols. 
• Interchangeable backstraps let you adjust grip thickness for a better hand fit. 
   
  The P-10 SC shares its trigger geometry and general feel with the larger P-10 C and P-10 F, so shooters who trained on any P-10 variant will find the controls and pull weight familiar.

The CZ P-10 SC is well-regarded in the subcompact carry category, and CZ fans in particular tend to recommend it as a more ergonomic alternative to the Glock 26.

Compact size and light weight (1.5 lbs) are the first things owners mention, and the 12+1 capacity is considered a genuine advantage over competing subcompacts that top out at 10 rounds.

The grip gets consistently positive feedback. The angle and texture suit most hand sizes, and the interchangeable backstraps help with personal fit.

Night sights included from the factory are a practical plus — it's a feature that many comparable pistols charge extra for or omit entirely.

Reliability with a range of 9mm loads is reported as solid. Owners describe it as reliable from the first round.

The trigger draws some mixed comments. The pull is heavier than some shooters expect for a striker-fired pistol. Most describe it as smooth but not particularly light. It's consistent, which matters more for most carry scenarios, but those who prefer a lighter pull sometimes look at aftermarket options.

Some owners want higher-capacity options — the P-10 C magazines are not drop-in compatible in the SC grip — though flush-fit 15-round options are available with an extended basepad.

Build quality is not a complaint area. The pistol feels solid and has a track record among owners for holding up over higher round counts.