Tthe M9-A1 is the mid-sized Steyr pistol, making it perfect for concealed carry, home defense and target shooting. Featuring a low bore axis, this pistol minimizes recoil and improves control. The lower frame of the gun offers a standard slide release, right-handed magazine drop button and pivoting break-down lever. A key-operated manual safety is located next to the takedown lever. This gun also features three loaded chamber indicators. An integrated picatinny rail allows for easy mounting of lights and lasers. Sights are Steyr's trapezoidal setup for quick and easy sight picture acquisition. The barrel features traditional rifling that allows for shooting unjacketed lead bullets. Barrel is threaded right-handed with 1/2 x 28 thread pitch.