The Dan Wesson DWX Compact is a single-action-only 9mm pistol with an aluminum frame, steel slide finished in black DLC, and a 4.95-inch match-grade barrel. Capacity is 10+1 rounds. Tritium night sights (front) pair with a Battlehook fixed rear, giving solid low-light target acquisition. The flat K-style trigger has a crisp break, and ambidextrous thumb safeties accommodate both hand orientations. Textured aluminum grips provide grip without adding fatigue over extended shooting. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Dan Wesson 
• Model: DWX Compact 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 4.95 inches 
• Weight: 30.80 oz (1.93 lbs) 
• Frame Material: Aluminum with Steel components 
• Finish Color: Black (DLC coating on slide) 
• Sights: Tritium Night Front / Battlehook Fixed Rear 
• Action Type: Single Action Only (SAO) 
• Safety Features: Ambidextrous Thumb Safety

Build quality and the feel in hand are the most consistent positives in DWX Compact discussions. The pistol shoots tight groups at range, and the SAO trigger earns straightforward praise. The compact dimensions work well for everyday carry without sacrificing performance in competition contexts.

The two recurring criticisms are price -- the DWX Compact sits higher than many compact alternatives -- and limited aftermarket accessory options for this specific model. Some buyers also note that the SAO trigger takes deliberate practice to run efficiently, though most who put rounds through it come to appreciate the feel. Overall owner satisfaction skews clearly positive.