The SCCY CPX-1 Gen 3 RDR is a compact 9mm semi-automatic with a blue polymer frame and stainless steel slide. It weighs 0.9 lbs and holds 10+1 rounds with a 3.1-inch barrel in a 6-inch overall package. The slide has an optic cut for red dot sights, and the gun ships with two magazines. A manual thumb safety is included, which is the main distinction from the CPX-2. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: SCCY Industries 
• Model: CPX-1 Gen 3 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Action: Double Action Only (DAO) 
• Barrel Length: 3.1 inches 
• Overall Length: 6 inches 
• Weight: 0.9 lbs 
• Sights: Glock 43 Style sights 
• Grip Material: SCCY Blue Polymer 
• Slide Finish: Stainless Steel with serrated design 
• Magazines Included: Two magazines 
• Safety Features: Manual thumb safety 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The DAO mechanism gives a consistent trigger pull on every shot. The stainless slide with optic cut is factory-ready for a red dot without any machining. Glock 43-style sights are standard and use a common footprint for easy replacement. The SCCY Blue polymer frame keeps the overall weight at 0.9 lbs, and at 6 inches overall it fits in most compact holsters.

The SCCY CPX-1 Gen 3 RDR draws mostly consistent feedback across buyer communities.

Buyers frequently point to the price as its strongest feature. You get an optic-ready compact 9mm with a stainless slide and manual safety at a budget price point. The stainless slide is specifically called out for corrosion resistance, and many owners appreciate the red dot compatibility without needing a gunsmith. Recoil is generally described as manageable.

Critical feedback follows familiar patterns for the CPX line: the DAO trigger pull is heavier than many prefer, and some users report occasional feeding or ejection failures depending on the ammunition used. A few owners mention the gun feels slightly bulkier than other compact 9mms in the same price range.

The CPX-1 Gen 3 RDR is a reasonable budget option if you want a manual safety and optic-ready slide in a compact package. Test different ammo loads before settling on a carry load.