The IWI Masada 9mm pistol in black is an optic ready, striker-fired handgun with a 4.1-inch barrel and 17-round magazines (brand part no. M9ORP17). IWI built the Masada around a low barrel axis for reduced perceived recoil, with a fiberglass-reinforced polymer frame and fully ambidextrous controls. Three interchangeable wraparound backstraps let it fit a range of hand sizes. The slide accepts optics through four adapter plates, so a red dot can mount directly to the slide. It fits a duty, home-defense or range shooter who wants an optic ready pistol with a proven design.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is 9mm, the common choice for duty, defense and training.
• Barrel length is 4.1 inches, button rifled with a 1:10 right-hand twist.
• Magazine capacity is 17 rounds, and the pistol ships with two magazines.
• The slide is optic ready and comes with four adapter plates for the Trijicon RMR, Vortex Venom, Leupold Delta Point Pro and Sig Romeo1.
• Sights are fixed three-dot, rugged and easy to pick up.
• The trigger has a 6-pound pull with a clean break, a positive reset and a built-in trigger safety.
• The frame is fiberglass-reinforced polymer, impact resistant and light.
• The pistol includes three interchangeable wraparound backstraps in small, medium and large.
• Controls are fully ambidextrous, with a slide stop lever and magazine release that work from either side.
• Weight is 1.43 pounds, and the frame includes an integrated Picatinny accessory rail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which red dots fit the Masada? The Masada is designed for the Trijicon RMR, Vortex Venom, Leupold Delta Point Pro and Sig Romeo1, each with its own adapter plate and screws. IWI warns that mounting any other optic risks damaging the firearm.

What comes with the pistol? It includes two magazines, three backstraps and four optic adapter plates.

Is it right-hand or left-hand? The controls are fully ambidextrous, including the slide stop lever and magazine release.

Buy the IWI Masada Pistol, 9mm, Black, Optic Ready, 4.1-Inch Barrel, 17-Round

The Masada shows what an optic ready pistol can be when the ergonomics and the slide were designed together. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse more semi-auto handguns while you are here.