The FMK 9C1 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm Luger with a DAO trigger and a Burnt Bronze finish. At 1.5 lbs and 9.5 inches overall, it fits the compact category and holds 10+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: FMK 
• Model Name: 9C1 
• Caliber: 9MM Luger (9x19 Para) 
• Action: DAO (Double Action Only) 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 3.87 inches 
• Overall Length: 9.5 inches 
• Weight: 1.5 lbs. 
• Grip Type: Black Backstrap 
• Trigger Type: Standard Trigger 
• Safety Features: Trigger Safety 
• Finish: Burnt Bronze 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Features 

 
The DAO mechanism requires a full deliberate trigger pull for each shot. There's no external hammer to cock, and the consistent pull is the same every time. Trigger safety is the primary active safety. The 3.87-inch barrel in 9mm Luger gives adequate velocity for the caliber at compact dimensions. 
 
The black backstrap is replaceable to adjust grip size. Burnt Bronze is the cosmetic differentiator here; the underlying pistol is a budget-tier compact 9mm. At 10+1 capacity it holds as much as most competitors in the class.

The FMK 9C1 comes up most often in budget-compact discussions. Its Burnt Bronze finish gets attention. It's one of the less common color options in the sub-$400 range, and owners who wanted something other than black appreciate it.

The DAO trigger divides opinion. Buyers who like a consistent pull for carry find it fine. Buyers expecting a lighter or crisper trigger are disappointed; the DAO pull is heavier than striker-fired alternatives. That's not a defect, but it's worth knowing going in.

Reliability reports are mixed. Some owners run it without issues for hundreds of rounds; others hit feeding or ejection problems early. Break-in period accounts vary enough that testing before carry reliance is reasonable advice.

Value framing is consistent across discussions: for the price, it's a functional 9mm compact with a decent finish option. Buyers comparing it to Glock or M&P will find things to criticize; buyers judging it on its own terms as an affordable carry option tend to be more positive.