Rifleman Review: Smith & Wesson CSX
This "American Rifleman Television" review examines the Smith & Wesson CSX, a new metal-frame, hammer-fired, micro-compact 9mm pistol introduced in 2022. It offers a compact and lightweight design suitable for concealed carry, weighing 19.5 oz and measuring 6.1" long, 4.6" high, and 1.12" wide. The CSX features a rigid aluminum-alloy frame and a manual of arms familiar to 1911 enthusiasts. It boasts ambidextrous controls, including bilateral thumb safeties and slide-stop levers, with an option for a mirrored magazine release. The pistol includes interchangeable backstraps, a textured frontstrap, and a flat-faced, single-action trigger with a blade safety. The review highlights its suitability for both right and left-handed users and its place in the competitive micro-compact handgun market.










