Smith & Wesson SD VE

Smith & Wesson SD VE
Type	Semi-automatic pistol
Place of origin	United States
Production history
Manufacturer	Smith & Wesson
Produced	2012–present
Variants	SD40 VE SD9 VE
Specifications
Cartridge	9×19mm Parabellum .40 S&W
Action	striker fired
Effective firing range	effective: 35 yards
Feed system	Detachable box magazine
Sights	Dovetailed, White Dot front and rear sights

The Smith & Wesson SD VE is a polymer-framed, striker fired semi-automatic pistol series introduced in 2012 by the American company Smith & Wesson.

History

The SD VE is a direct evolution of the Smith & Wesson SD and Smith & Wesson Sigma designs. The SD VE design has an improved self-defense trigger and a comfortable, ergonomic, textured grip. The SD VE also features an improved stainless steel barrel and slide which the SD did not include.^[1]

Design details

The SD VE is a striker fired semi-automatic pistol. This trigger system prevents the firearm from discharging unless the trigger is fully depressed, even if the pistol is dropped. The SD's aggressive front and back strap texturing along with the textured finger locator allow the shooter to enhance their grip and reduce recoil^[2]^[3]

Variants

The Smith & Wesson SD VE is available in 9×19mm Parabellum and .40 S&W calibers in either a standard capacity version (16+1-round capacity SD9 VE and 14+1 for SD40 VE) or in the low capacity version (10+1-round capacity for both calibers.)^[4]

Model	Barrel length (in inches)	Caliber	Capacity (in rounds per magazine)	Dimensions (Width x Length, in inches)	Weight (Without magazine, in ounces)	Color
SD9 VE std cap.	4.0	9×19mm Parabellum	16	1.29 x 7.2	22.7	Two-Tone finish
SD9 VE low cap.	4.0	9×19mm Parabellum	10	1.29 x 7.2	22.7	Two-Tone finish
SD40 VE std cap.	4.0	.40 S&W	14	1.29 x 7.2	22.7	Two-Tone finish
SD40 VE low cap.	4.0	.40 S&W	10	1.29 x 7.2	22.7	Two-Tone finish

References

External links

Official page

Smith & Wesson

Revolvers

Top Hinge	Model 1 Model 1 1/2

Top Break	Model 2 Model 3 Safety Hammerless

I-frame	Model 30 Kit Gun

J-frame	Model 36 Bodyguard Model 60 Model 340PD Centennial Model 640

K-frame	Model 10 Model 12 Model 13 Model 14 Model 15 Model 17 Model 19 Model 617 Model 64 Model 65 Model 66 Model 67

L-frame	Model 581 Model 586 Model 619 Model 620 Model 646 Model 681 Model 686

M-frame	Ladysmith

N-frame	Triple Lock .38/44 Model 22 Model 27 Model 28 Model 29 Model 57 Model 610 Model 625

X-frame	Model 460 Model 500

Z-frame	Governor

C-frame (experimental)	Model 73

Semi-automatic pistols

Long guns

Cartridges

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Daniel B. Wesson

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