Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this German-made semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction; this is the Heckler & Koch USP 40 Compact LEM!
The introduction of HK’s LEM (Law Enforcement Modification) trigger system marked a major advancement for the platform. Developed in the early 2000s, the LEM system delivers a light, consistent double-action-only trigger pull without requiring a manual decocker, blending the safety of a longer initial stroke with a smooth, predictable break. This design appeals to buyers who value both enhanced safety and refined trigger performance, offering a simplified, confidence-inspiring system suited for defensive, duty, and concealed-carry use.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Heckler & Koch
Model: USP 40 Compact LEM
Serial: 26-042921
Date of Manufacture: 2000 (According to the “AA” Date Code)
Caliber: .40 S&W
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3.58"
Optics/Sights: Tru Dot Tritium 3-Dot Night Sights
Stock/Grips: Black Polymer Frame with Grip Texturing
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Heckler & Koch USP .40 Compact LEM is part of HK’s well-established USP (Universal Self-loading Pistol) series, which debuted in 1993 and quickly became one of the company’s most widely adopted handgun platforms. The Compact models, introduced in the mid-1990s, offered the same rugged construction and reliability as the full-size USP but in a smaller, more carry-oriented package. Built around HK’s recoil-reduction system and corrosion-resistant materials, the USP Compact in .40 S&W gained popularity among law enforcement and civilian users who wanted a durable, accurate defensive pistol chambered in a potent caliber. Its polymer frame, steel slide, and modular internal design allowed HK to offer the pistol in multiple trigger configurations to suit different agency and user preferences.
Model: USP 40 Compact LEM
Serial: 26-042921
Date of Manufacture: 2000 (According to the “AA” Date Code)
Caliber: .40 S&W
Finish: Blue
Barrel Length: 3.58"
Optics/Sights: Tru Dot Tritium 3-Dot Night Sights
Stock/Grips: Black Polymer Frame with Grip Texturing
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Heckler & Koch USP .40 Compact LEM is part of HK’s well-established USP (Universal Self-loading Pistol) series, which debuted in 1993 and quickly became one of the company’s most widely adopted handgun platforms. The Compact models, introduced in the mid-1990s, offered the same rugged construction and reliability as the full-size USP but in a smaller, more carry-oriented package. Built around HK’s recoil-reduction system and corrosion-resistant materials, the USP Compact in .40 S&W gained popularity among law enforcement and civilian users who wanted a durable, accurate defensive pistol chambered in a potent caliber. Its polymer frame, steel slide, and modular internal design allowed HK to offer the pistol in multiple trigger configurations to suit different agency and user preferences.
The addition of HK’s LEM (Law Enforcement Modification) trigger system brought a significant enhancement to the platform. Developed in the early 2000s, the LEM system provides a light, consistent double-action-only trigger pull without the need for a manual decocker, combining the safety of a long initial pull with a smooth, predictable break. In the USP Compact, this system enhances controllability and simplifies operation under stress. The pistol maintains the series’s well-known durability, excellent ergonomics, and compatibility with a wide range of accessories and holsters. Today, the USP .40 Compact LEM remains respected among collectors, HK enthusiasts, and defensive shooters for its proven reliability, robust construction, and the refined trigger characteristics offered by the LEM system.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with a grey HK USP case (label absent), a cardboard box with a non-matching label, a cut-out of the correct label, and all other contents as 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.
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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.
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