How Much Does a 9mm Gun Cost?
When considering purchasing a handgun, there are many factors to contemplate, including its performance, capacity, and accuracy. A popular caliber used in semiautomatic pistols and submachine guns is 9mm (also known as 9x19mm Parabellum or 9Luger). The cost of a 9mm gun can range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars.
Direct Answer to the Question:
The prices of 9mm handguns vary greatly depending on their brand, quality, purpose, and type. Some basic models may start as low as $300-400, while high-performance or custom-designed firearms may cost upwards of $3,000-$4,000.
Mechanisms for Price Formation
Various factors contribute to the differences in 9mm pistol prices:
Factors that Can Affect 9mm Gun Cost
- Caliber: Prices vary when comparing 9mm cartridges to other, more scarce calibers, which may increase gun cost (e.g.,.22 Hornet to.270 Winchester).
- Price range: ~ $25-50/ per box 50 rounds; some high-end manufacturers might range from $3 to 10 per 9 mm cartridge
- Frame material: For instance: aluminum, fiberglass, G10, synthetic polymer/plastic, composite (combination of materials);
- Manufacturer: Quality of branding, reputation for production cost, and licensing costs significantly impact the initial pricing: Glock, Kimber, Hi-Point.
- Optics and finishes: Integrated red dot optics, sights, and trigger system costs; Metal plating, anodized finish
- Tactical or Service rifle purposes: Military standard features require additional costs or modification with tactical accessories Accessories (e.g., Aimpoint, holographic, night vision systems);
- Laser etching, advanced machining for precision trigger/hammer & trigger spring**
- Other aspects determining the price difference:
| Features | Value Rnage |
| Custom engraving on gun’s frame | $2,000+ |
| High-resolution glass rear sight | $350-500 |
| Integrated mag well window | $300 |
| Texturing on grip/slide & trigger | 150 |
| Weight or ergonomic design improvement|10-50
| | Brand |
| Performance of frame, trigger | Remington $700.00 |
| Enhanced grip, high-end | Sig Sauer ($1,099) |
| Ejected shell catcher | STI International |
| | Kimber $5,000 |
Pre-owned or Certified Used Pistol
| Features |
| Proven Condition | Price |
| Gun | Cal. Brand | Good condition, minor wear&tearing | 25 % to 50
|
|( 1 used for your own reference,
||price may vary between used for your own |
||( local market, sellers,
)|( **Bolt Action Rifle- Used, 9- (( $ ) ||
|| Condition of components | **0~100% used)**.
Brand and Quality-Adjusted Estimated Price Range Chart
Based on the variables above here is a quality- based estimated price table with reference to the listed handguns shown below:
Note that many factors can result in deviation from the anticipated range on the table shown, resulting in a variety of pistol prices. Price disparities reflect differences in brands and customizations.
If your requirement is for only specific qualities or features specific and to be used
, some factors may add significant premiums.
