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The unique "trapezoidal" sight picture for the Steyr M pistol series.ĭesign on the Steyr M began in 1999 by Friedrich Aigner and Wilhelm Bubits.
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In 2013, the Steyr M (Medium) and S (Small) form factors were complemented by the L (Large) sized series and the C (Compact) sized series both available in 9×19mm Parabellum and. These pistols were developed primarily for concealed carry and have a shortened barrel, slide, smaller frame and a reduced magazine capacity. 357 SIG) and two smaller variants of the M9 and M40 designated the S9 and S40 respectively. 40 S&W was developed before the M9, followed later by the M357 (chambered in. Design work on the new pistol began in the early 1990s and the final product known as the M9 (adapted to fire the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge) was officially unveiled in the spring of 1999. The Steyr M is a series of semi-automatic pistols developed by Steyr Mannlicher GmbH & Co KG of Austria for police services and the civilian shooting market. 40 S&W (L40-A1, M40, S40, M40-A1, S40-A1)įixed iron sights, trapezoid notch and triangular front blade Wilhelm Bubits also designed the Caracal pistol series, which looks similar in appearance to that of the Steyr M range.'Third generation' Steyr M9-A1 with 15-round +2 baseplate magazineĩ×19mm Parabellum (L9-A1, M9, S9, M9-A1, S9-A1)ĩ×21mm (M9, S9, S9-A1-Italian market only) All generations of the M series will accept the same magazines. These pistols are substantially different, featuring far more aggressive grip texturing, smaller finger grooves, front cocking serrations, a squared trigger guard, a standard Picatinny rail for accessories, and interchangeable backstraps and side plates. In 2019, the "fourth generation" was introduced, now referred to as the A2 MF. These were produced for almost a decade and are the most common variant. In 2010, the "third generation models" are essentially just second generation models with the Steyr logo on the frame, a reversible magazine release button, a roll pin under the rear sight, an improved trigger and magaiznes that come standard with a plus-two round baseplate. These incorporated improvements such as increased grip texturing, stippling on the finger grooves, a straightened trigger guard and a single-slot accessory rail. The "second generation" designs were produced from 2004 until 2010 and are designated the "A1" models. These models have relatively smooth frames and round trigger guards. The original M models were produced from 1999 to 2004 and are considered "first generation" designs. So far, the series has gone through four variations. The L models also have a longer grip that accepts 17 round magazines. In 2013, the L (Large) models were introduced, the L models have a 115 mm (4.5 in) barrel length and additional serrations on the front of the longer slides. The C (Compact) pairs the S barrel lengths to the M form factor grip, similar to the Beretta Centurion series. The S models have a shortened barrel, slide, smaller frame and a reduced magazine capacity of 10 rounds. The S (Sub-Compact/Small) was the second model, introduced in 2004 and designed with concealed carry in mind.
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The M (Medium) is the mid-sized flagship model introduced in 1999, featuring a compact frame and slide size as well as 15 round magazines. There are four total variants of the M class: the M, the S, the C and the L. 357 SIG (designated the M40 and M357, respectively).357 SIG models were built until 2014. In addition to 9mm, the M-series is also offered in other calibers, such as. Work began in the early 1990s and the final product became known as the M9 (adapted to fire the 9x19mm Parabellum cartridge) was officially unveiled in the spring of 1999. Design work on the new pistol design was led by Wilhelm Bubits, who had previously also worked for Glock.