The Diamondback AM2 Subcompact Pistol in 9mm pairs a black stainless steel slide with a Flat Dark Earth polymer frame (brand part no. DB0300P061). Diamondback Firearms gives it a 3.5-inch barrel, a safety trigger, an accessory rail and Glock-compatible 3-dot sights. The aggressive grip texture and undercut trigger guard help with control. It works as a compact 9mm for carry or for range use.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is 9mm (9x19mm), a widely available cartridge.
• The barrel is 3.5 inches with a 1:10 right-hand twist, which keeps the pistol compact.
• The magazine is a 17-round unit, and the pistol ships with a 12-round magazine as well.
• The trigger action is double action only with a safety trigger, a pull of about 5 to 6 pounds.
• The slide is 416 stainless steel with a black nitride finish, which resists wear and corrosion.
• The barrel is 410 stainless steel from Diamondback Barrels.
• The frame is Flat Dark Earth polymer, which keeps the pistol light at 22 ounces.
• The recoil system is an all-steel captured design, which simplifies takedown.
• The sights are Glock-compatible 3-dot, so aftermarket replacements are easy to find.
• The pistol is 6.49 inches long and 1.09 inches wide, a compact size for carrying.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rounds does the AM2 hold? The included 17-round magazine is the full-capacity option, and a 12-round magazine ships with it.

Is the trigger double action only? Yes. The maker lists the trigger action as double action only, with a safety trigger and a pull of about 5 to 6 pounds.

Is the sight system standard? The AM2 has Glock-compatible 3-dot sights and an accessory rail.

Buy the Diamondback AM2 Subcompact Pistol, 9mm, FDE, 3.5-Inch, 17-Round

The AM2 gives you a subcompact 9mm with a steel slide and a polymer frame in a desert color. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and check out other semi-auto handguns.