OVERENGINEERED IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT
Fully remastered since its original release in January of 2024, this new version of the Daniel Defense H9 was forged in the crucible of more than 1,000,000 test rounds. Not because it was required. But because we owe it to you that every firearm stamped with our name advances the legacy of battle-hardened reliability we’ve proudly built together.
CONTROL FREAK
The H9 looks freakishly ahead of its time because it is. It is the reinvention of shot control, an entirely new concept in compact handguns developed by Daniel Defense engineers to maximize your accuracy in the extreme stress of a personal defense or competitive shooting scenario.
It’s an advanced fusion of striker fired 1911 ergonomics and today’s highest-performing pistols, optimized to point as naturally as your finger while delivering the smoothest, straightest, flattest recoil response on earth.
LOW BORE AXIS
Brings line of sight and point of aim into near perfect alignment for the most natural and swift target acquisition of any handgun today.
LESS MUZZLE RISE
By directing more of the recoil force straight back instead of up, recovery is near instantaneous for faster, more accurate follow-up shots.
STRAIGHT TRIGGER
A silky and crisp 1911-style straight-pull trigger eliminates potential torque for the most precise shot control possible.
AMBI CONTROLS
With a reversible mag release button.
SERIOUS METTLE
An all-metal frame delivers 1911-style heft and ergonomics plus a rare breed of durability for the rigors of daily carry.
THIN PROFILE
Its streamlined 1" width minimizes print for easy concealment and enhances comfort for shooters of all sizes.
What's Changed?
Backstrap:
Redesigned backstrap for ultimate comfort and control.
Trigger:
New coatings and adjusted tolerances, resulting in reduced trigger pull weight and improved overall feel.
Spring:
Upgraded recoil spring system for faster, flatter shooting.
Less Muzzle Rise:
Improved recoil impulse, making the shooting experience even smoother.
Barrel:
Always built with a cold hammer forged barrel, just redesigned to deliver the precision you expect from a Daniel.
Get more control for faster, flatter shooting. Scroll on to see all the H9 has to offer.
THE REVIEWS ARE IN
The DANIEL H9 has met the demands for a modern, striker-fired handgun. But don't take our word for it, hear what industry experts think.
STRIKER-FIRED MEETS 1911
While sharing the ergonomics, pointability, and straight-pull trigger with the classic 1911, the DANIEL H9 has everything demanded of a modern, striker-fired handgun. And, as with every Daniel, it's all built around a cold hammer forged barrel for unparalleled precision.
LOW BORE AXIS
Low bore axis for less recoil/muzzle-flip & faster, more accurate follow-up shots.
FULLY AMBI CONTROLS
Ambidextrous controls & reversible mag-release button for superior ergonomics.
OPTIC-READY
SHOOT TRUE.™
With the thinnest profile and lowest bore axis in its class, the DANIEL H9 is designed and engineered to make you a better shooter. Period.
It’s the future of defense — built in Black Creek, GA — by the most trusted name in firearms.
SHOOT TRUE.™
With the thinnest profile and lowest bore axis in its class, the DANIEL H9 is designed and engineered to make you a better shooter. Period.
It’s the future of defense — built in Black Creek, GA — by the most trusted name in firearms.
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GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR H9.
Download the Daniel H9 User Manual to learn how to use and maintain this revolutionary handgun from Daniel Defense properly. Plus, get your free red dot optic mounting plate.
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