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Derya DY9Z Striker-Fired 9mm 3.50" Barrel Optic Ready Black Cherry Frame/Black Slide 15+1 Rounds
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SKU: WX2*0750137
Overview
Built for concealed carry, this micro-compact 9mm is designed to keep size down while still offering 15+1 capacity in a carry-focused package. Its optic-ready slide with an RMSc direct-mount cut gives users a straightforward path to adding a compatible sight, while the fixed white-dot sights provide a simple backup aiming option. The polymer frame includes changeable backstraps in small, medium, and large to help tailor the grip, and the firing pin block plus anti-drop trigger block add an extra layer of safety. The Black Cherry frame and black slide finish give it a distinctive look without changing its practical role as a compact everyday carry pistol.
Why Hunters Choose the Derya
Micro-compact Frame
Is optimized for concealed carry
Slim 1.10-inch
Width supports easier everyday carry
Optic-ready Slide
Includes an RMSc direct-mount cut
White Dot
Front sight and white U-notch
Polymer Frame
Includes changeable backstraps in small,
Key Features
- Micro-compact 9mm pistol with 15+1 capacity; 10-round configuration is also available.
- 3.50-inch barrel with black Melonite finish.
- Striker-fired action with a micro-compact frame for concealed carry.
- Optic-ready slide with RMSc direct-mount cut.
- White dot front sight and white U-notch rear sight.
- Polymer frame includes changeable backstraps in S, M, and L.
- Firing pin block and anti-drop trigger block safeties.
Best Used For
- Concealed-carry users wanting a micro-compact 9mm with 15+1 capacity
- Shooters who prefer an optic-ready pistol with RMSc direct-mount compatibility
- Carriers needing a slim, light handgun for everyday holster use
- Users who value fixed white-dot sights and included backstrap options
- Buyers looking for a carry-focused striker-fired pistol in a compact package
Specifications
| Action | Striker-fired |
|---|---|
| Backstraps | Changeable backstraps (S, M, L) |
| Barrel Length | 3.50" |
| Blade Finish | Black Melonite finish |
| Caliber | 9mm |
| Capacity | 15+1 rounds |
| Frame | Black Cherry frame |
| Frame Material | Polymer frame |
| Front Sight | White dot front sight |
| Magazine | Metal 15-round magazine |
| Optic Cut | RMSc direct-mount cut |
| Optic Ready | Yes |
| Rear Sight | White U-notch rear sight |
| Safety Features | Firing pin block; anti-drop trigger block |
| Slide | Black slide |
| Weight | 1.25 lbs. |
| Width | 1.10" |
Pros
- Micro-compact frame is optimized for concealed carry.
- Slim 1.10-inch width supports easier everyday carry.
- Optic-ready slide includes an RMSc direct-mount cut.
- White dot front sight and white U-notch rear sight aid sight alignment.
- Polymer frame includes changeable backstraps in small, medium, and large.
- Firing pin block and anti-drop trigger block add safety features.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Micro-compact dimensions and 1.10" width make it carry-friendly, but the smaller frame can mean less surface area for a full firing grip than larger pistols.
- The optic-ready slide uses an RMSc direct-mount cut, so optic compatibility is tied to that footprint rather than a universal mounting system.
- It ships with a metal 15-round magazine, while a 10-round configuration is also available, so capacity depends on the version selected.
- White dot fixed sights are straightforward and low-profile, but they do not offer the adjustability of target-style sights.
Suggested Comparisons
- Concealed carry pistol
- Micro-compact 9mm handgun
- Optic-ready striker-fired pistol
- Polymer-frame handgun
Suggested Accessories
- Optic mounting plate or compatible RMSc optic
- Pistol cleaning kit
- 9mm magazine pouch
- Inside-the-waistband holster
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Derya DY9Z optic ready out of the box?
Yes. The DY9Z has an optic-ready slide with an RMSc direct-mount cut.
What size role is the DY9Z intended for?
It is described as a micro-compact pistol optimized for concealed carry.
What capacity does the DY9Z offer?
The listed configuration is 15+1 in 9mm, and a 10-round configuration is also available.
What sights come on the DY9Z?
It comes with white dot fixed sights: a white dot front sight and a white U-notch rear sight.
What safety features are listed for the DY9Z?
The listed safeties are a firing pin block and an anti-drop trigger block.