The Smith & Wesson SD40 VE pistol in .40 S&W, built to California-compliant specifications (brand part no. 123403), pairs a polymer frame with a stainless steel slide and barrel for a durable, reliable duty and range pistol. Smith & Wesson equips the SD40 VE with its Self-Defense Trigger for a consistent pull from first round to last, dovetailed white-dot sights, and a tactile loaded-chamber indicator for at-a-glance status checks. Aggressive front and back strap texturing plus a textured finger locator on the frame keep the same hand-hold every draw, and a Picatinny-style rail supports lights and lasers; two magazines ship in the box. Among CA-compliant semi-auto handguns, this SD40 VE configuration favors California buyers who need a roster-legal duty pistol.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .40 S&W.
• The capacity is 10 rounds.
• The barrel measures 4 inches, made from stainless steel with a satin finish.
• The slide is satin serrated stainless steel over a black polymer frame.
• The sights are dovetailed white-dot fixed sights.
• The frame includes a Picatinny-style rail for lights and lasers.
• Two 10-round magazines ship with the pistol.
• A tactile loaded-chamber indicator lets the shooter check status by feel.
• The overall length is 10 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this pistol California compliant? Yes, this compact-frame SD40 VE is built to California-compliant specifications.

How many magazines are included? Two 10-round magazines ship with the pistol.

Buy the Smith & Wesson SD40 VE Pistol

A California-compliant .40 S&W duty pistol with consistent trigger feel and dual magazines is exactly what this SD40 VE delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.