The SCCY CPX-2 Gen 3 RD is a compact 9mm semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm Luger (9x19 Para), built around a double action only trigger and a purple polymer frame with a stainless steel slide. At 6 inches overall with a 3.1-inch barrel and weighing roughly 0.9 lbs, it fits most carry setups without much fuss. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: SCCY Industries 
• Model Name: CPX-2 Gen 3 RD 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger (9x19 Para) 
• Action Type: Semi Automatic (Double Action Only) 
• Barrel Length: 3.1 inches 
• Overall Length: 6 inches 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds (two magazines included) 
• Weight: Approximately 1 lb (0.9 lbs) 
• Finish: Purple Polymer frame with Stainless Steel slide 
• Sights Configuration: Glock 43 Style 
• Grip Material: Purple Polymer 
   

Features 

The slide has an optic cut and serrations, so mounting a red dot is straightforward. A Picatinny accessory rail under the frame accepts lights or lasers. Two magazines are included. 
 
The double action only pull is on the heavier side, which is deliberate for a carry gun. There's no external safety to manage, just a long consistent pull on every shot. 
 

Usage 

The CPX-2 makes most sense as an everyday carry option or a budget-friendly first handgun. The size and weight work well for concealment, and the purple finish is a deliberate aesthetic choice that plenty of owners like. At the range it's manageable, though the heavier trigger pull takes some getting used to if you're coming from a striker-fired pistol with a lighter break.

Owners of the SCCY CPX-2 Gen 3 RD generally land in two camps, and both camps are pretty vocal.

On the positive side, the price point comes up constantly. It's one of the more affordable compact 9mms on the market, and most buyers feel they got their money's worth. The size and weight draw consistent praise: it's genuinely light and easy to conceal, and the purple color is a feature rather than a flaw for the buyers who choose it. After a break-in period, many users report good reliability across a range of ammo.

The criticisms are consistent too. The trigger pull is heavier than most comparable pistols, and that affects split times and accuracy for anyone used to a lighter break. Magazine capacity is another sticking point. 10+1 is competitive for the price tier, but some shooters wish for more. A handful of owners have noted the finish wears faster than expected, particularly where it contacts a holster. Customer service experiences with SCCY are mixed; response times vary and parts availability has been an issue for some.

Overall the CPX-2 gets a lot of respect as an entry-level carry gun, with the understanding that it's not trying to compete with pistols at twice the price.