The Ruger Max-9 pistol in 9mm with a black-on-black finish, 12+1 capacity, and manual thumb safety (brand part no. 3500) is a striker-fired micro-compact for shooters who specifically want a manual safety on their carry pistol. Ruger pairs the 3.2-inch barrel with a serrated, black oxide steel slide featuring an optic cut for direct red dot mounting, and tritium fiber-optic front sights support fast target acquisition. Two magazines ship with the pistol. Among manual-safety semi-auto handguns, this Max-9 configuration favors carriers who prioritize an additional manual safety layer.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 9mm.
• The capacity is 12 rounds.
• The barrel measures 3.2 inches.
• The slide is black oxide steel, serrated, with an optic cut.
• The safety is a manual thumb safety.
• The sights are tritium fiber-optic front sights.
• Two magazines ship with the pistol.
• The sights are adjustable.
• The action type is Semi-Auto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this Max-9 have a manual safety? Yes, this configuration includes a manual thumb safety.

Is this Max-9 optic ready? Yes, the slide includes an optic cut for direct red dot mounting.

Buy the Ruger Max-9, Manual Safety

A manual thumb safety for carriers who want one on their micro-compact is exactly what this Ruger Max-9, Manual Safety delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.