Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for auction; this is the Heckler & Koch USP40 Compact.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Heckler & Koch
Model: USP Compact
Serial: 26-009353
Model: USP Compact
Serial: 26-009353
Date of Manufacture: 1997
Caliber: .40 S&W / .357 Sig Combo Pack
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 3.58"
Optics/Sights: White 3-Dot Sights
Stock/Grips: Textured Black Synthetic Heckler & Koch USP Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Heckler & Koch USP Compact is a rugged, reliable, and ergonomically refined handgun developed by Heckler & Koch as a scaled-down version of its respected Universal Self-Loading Pistol (USP) series, designed to deliver duty-grade performance in a more concealable and shooter-friendly package. Introduced in the late 1990s, the USP Compact maintains the core attributes of the full-size USP platform—such as a cold-hammer-forged barrel, polymer frame reinforced with steel inserts, and a short-recoil, locked-breech action—but in a form factor optimized for everyday carry and law-enforcement backup use. Chambered in popular defensive calibers including 9×19mm Parabellum, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP, the USP Compact typically features a 3.39- to 3.85-inch barrel and a double-/single-action trigger system with a de-cocker/safety lever that allows the user to safely lower the hammer on a chambered round. Its controls are well-thought-out for tactical use, including an ambidextrous magazine release, reversible backstrap inserts for customized grip angle and feel, and a robust accessory rail for mounting lights or lasers. A hallmark of the design is HK’s proprietary Recoil Delay System, which helps tame felt recoil and improve reliability across a range of ammunition types—a significant advantage in a compact handgun where slide mass is reduced. The pistol’s sights are typically fixed or optional adjustable three-dot configurations, and the ergonomics—marked by a textured grip and well-contoured beavertail—promote secure handling and accurate follow-through. Throughout its production life, the USP Compact has been trusted by military and law-enforcement units internationally and has earned a strong reputation among civilian defenders for its combination of durability, controllability, and modular adaptability, making it a versatile choice for concealed carry, duty use, and personal protection. The Heckler & Koch USP Compact is a highly respected German-designed semi-automatic pistol that brought the strength and reliability of the full-size USP platform into a more carry-friendly package. Manufactured in 1997 and chambered in .40 S&W, this example represents an early-production USP Compact from the era when the .40 caliber service pistol market was at its peak. It features a 3.58" barrel, black finish, white three-dot sights, textured black synthetic HK USP grips, and standard Heckler & Koch markings. The USP Compact was built with the same rugged engineering philosophy as the full-size USP, including a durable polymer frame, robust slide construction, and proven recoil-reduction design. Its combination of compact dimensions, duty-grade reliability, and classic H&K quality made it a popular choice among law-enforcement users, concealed carriers, and shooters who wanted a serious defensive pistol in a smaller format. A 1997 USP Compact in .40 S&W carries appeal as a practical defensive handgun and as a desirable example from the early years of one of H&K’s most successful pistol lines.
Contents:
Caliber: .40 S&W / .357 Sig Combo Pack
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 3.58"
Optics/Sights: White 3-Dot Sights
Stock/Grips: Textured Black Synthetic Heckler & Koch USP Grips
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Heckler & Koch USP Compact is a rugged, reliable, and ergonomically refined handgun developed by Heckler & Koch as a scaled-down version of its respected Universal Self-Loading Pistol (USP) series, designed to deliver duty-grade performance in a more concealable and shooter-friendly package. Introduced in the late 1990s, the USP Compact maintains the core attributes of the full-size USP platform—such as a cold-hammer-forged barrel, polymer frame reinforced with steel inserts, and a short-recoil, locked-breech action—but in a form factor optimized for everyday carry and law-enforcement backup use. Chambered in popular defensive calibers including 9×19mm Parabellum, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP, the USP Compact typically features a 3.39- to 3.85-inch barrel and a double-/single-action trigger system with a de-cocker/safety lever that allows the user to safely lower the hammer on a chambered round. Its controls are well-thought-out for tactical use, including an ambidextrous magazine release, reversible backstrap inserts for customized grip angle and feel, and a robust accessory rail for mounting lights or lasers. A hallmark of the design is HK’s proprietary Recoil Delay System, which helps tame felt recoil and improve reliability across a range of ammunition types—a significant advantage in a compact handgun where slide mass is reduced. The pistol’s sights are typically fixed or optional adjustable three-dot configurations, and the ergonomics—marked by a textured grip and well-contoured beavertail—promote secure handling and accurate follow-through. Throughout its production life, the USP Compact has been trusted by military and law-enforcement units internationally and has earned a strong reputation among civilian defenders for its combination of durability, controllability, and modular adaptability, making it a versatile choice for concealed carry, duty use, and personal protection. The Heckler & Koch USP Compact is a highly respected German-designed semi-automatic pistol that brought the strength and reliability of the full-size USP platform into a more carry-friendly package. Manufactured in 1997 and chambered in .40 S&W, this example represents an early-production USP Compact from the era when the .40 caliber service pistol market was at its peak. It features a 3.58" barrel, black finish, white three-dot sights, textured black synthetic HK USP grips, and standard Heckler & Koch markings. The USP Compact was built with the same rugged engineering philosophy as the full-size USP, including a durable polymer frame, robust slide construction, and proven recoil-reduction design. Its combination of compact dimensions, duty-grade reliability, and classic H&K quality made it a popular choice among law-enforcement users, concealed carriers, and shooters who wanted a serious defensive pistol in a smaller format. A 1997 USP Compact in .40 S&W carries appeal as a practical defensive handgun and as a desirable example from the early years of one of H&K’s most successful pistol lines.
Contents:
This example will ship with the Heckler & Koch case, 5 mags, and H&K OEM extra .357 Sig interchangeable barrel pictured above.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Payment Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1187297813 |
BidPrice: |
0.01 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-07-26 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1100.79 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-07-26 17:06:27 |
