*NEW* Smith & Wesson CSX Hammer-Fired 9mm | Guns & Gear First Look

Published on January 6, 2022
Duration: 9:42

This video provides a first look at the new Smith & Wesson CSX, a hammer-fired 9mm pistol with an aluminum alloy frame. It highlights the CSX's compact size, ambidextrous controls, and compares it to several other popular handguns in its class. The review details its trigger pull weight, magazine capacity options, and initial shooting impressions, noting its manageable recoil for its size.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson CSX is a new hammer-fired 9mm pistol featuring an aluminum alloy frame and ambidextrous controls. It offers interchangeable backstraps and magazine release buttons, with a 3.1-inch barrel and a 20-ounce weight. Its trigger pull averages 5.12 pounds, and it provides manageable recoil for its compact size.

Chapters

  1. 00:16Introduction to the S&W CSX
  2. 00:25CSX Overview: Hammer-Fired 9mm
  3. 00:47Hammer-Fired Mechanism
  4. 00:51Ambidextrous Thumb Safety
  5. 00:54Aluminum Alloy Frame
  6. 01:02Interchangeable Backstraps
  7. 01:14Weight and Size
  8. 01:24Ambidextrous Features
  9. 01:36Sights and Slide Cuts
  10. 01:44Trigger Design
  11. 01:58Magazine Capacity (10 & 12 Rounds)
  12. 02:22Comparison to Other Handguns
  13. 02:25CSX vs. Kimber Mako
  14. 03:02CSX vs. Springfield Hellcat
  15. 03:18CSX vs. Ruger MAX 9
  16. 03:31CSX vs. Colt Defender
  17. 03:52CSX vs. Taurus GX4
  18. 04:02Trigger Guard Size Comparison
  19. 04:27CSX vs. S&W M&P 2.0 Subcompact
  20. 04:44CSX vs. S&W Shield Plus
  21. 05:041911-Style Elements
  22. 05:11Ambidextrous Thumb Safety Deep Dive
  23. 05:59Trigger Pull Weight Discussion
  24. 06:17Trigger Gauge Measurement
  25. 06:55Average Trigger Pull: 5.12 lbs
  26. 07:08Shooting Impressions
  27. 07:16Magazine Insertion Notes
  28. 07:23First Shots with CSX
  29. 07:44Recoil Control
  30. 07:49Magazine Release Performance
  31. 07:57Using the 12-Round Magazine
  32. 08:08Ammunition Used
  33. 08:10Unique Safety Feature: Cycling Slide with Safety On
  34. 08:40Accuracy and Shooting Experience
  35. 09:00Overall Impression and Niche
  36. 09:19Availability and Price

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Smith & Wesson CSX a new platform?

The Smith & Wesson CSX is considered a new platform because it is a completely distinct design for S&W, featuring a hammer-fired mechanism and an aluminum alloy frame, differentiating it from their polymer-framed striker-fired lines like the M&P and Shield.

What are the key ergonomic features of the S&W CSX?

The CSX boasts an ambidextrous thumb safety and slide stop, interchangeable backstraps for grip customization, and interchangeable magazine release buttons, making it highly adaptable for various shooters.

What is the trigger pull weight of the Smith & Wesson CSX?

During testing with a Lyman digital trigger gauge, the Smith & Wesson CSX averaged a pull weight of 5.12 pounds. This falls within the mid-range compared to other tested firearms.

How does the S&W CSX compare in size to other popular compact pistols?

The CSX is very close in size to the Springfield Hellcat and slightly smaller than the S&W Shield Plus. It is also noted as being smaller and lighter than a Colt Defender and slightly larger than the Taurus GX4.

What is the unique safety feature of the Smith & Wesson CSX?

A notable safety feature of the CSX is its ability to have the slide cycled while the thumb safety is engaged. This allows for safe manipulation of the slide even when the safety is on, preventing accidental discharge.

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