Derya Arms, a manufacturer of accessible and reliable firearms, today released the DY9Z, a striker-fired 9mm semi-automatic pistol built for concealed carry and versatile use, according to The Outdoor Wire.
Introduced at the GOALS show in August with plans for a holiday-season rollout, the DY9Z is now available to meet demand in time for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the broader holiday period. The pistol arrives with 10 frame color options, fulfilling production targets for broad personalization at an MSRP of $299.
The DY9Z offers a balance of compact size and capacity, with features that support both new and experienced users in home defense, recreational shooting, or daily carry.
Product specifications include:
- Caliber: 9mm
- Action type: Striker-fired semi-automatic
- Barrel length: 3.5 inches
- Overall length: 6.5 inches
- Overall width: 1.1 inches
- Overall height: 5 inches
- Weight (unloaded): 1.25 pounds
- Magazine capacity: 10 or 15 rounds (one metal magazine included; compatible with magazines for Glock 43X for flush fit)
- Sights: Front white dot; rear U notch white; direct RMSc optic mount on slide (no adapter plate needed; sight cuts compatible with Glock 43X)
- Grip: Polymer with changeable backstraps (S, M, L included)
- Safety features: Firing pin block and anti-drop trigger block
- Finish: Black Nitride on slide and barrel; frame options in 10 dyed colors: black, purple, blue, pink, black cherry, Barrett brown, midnight bronze, grey, flat dark earth (FDE), and olive drab green (ODG)
- Additional features: Accessory rail for lights or lasers, reversible magazine release, 1:10-inch twist rate, 5-5.5 pound trigger pull
- Compliance: MD compliant. Not CA compliant (planning Mid 2026 for CA/MA)
- Inclusions: Cut out case, user manual, one magazine, backstraps, guide rod, gun brush, Allen key, and cleaning rod
This pistol provides 15+1 round capacity in a micro-compact frame, with an optics-ready slide for direct red dot integration and forged steel components for consistent performance. The DY9Z draws on Derya Arms’ focus on practical innovation, combining Turkish manufacturing precision with options that fit individual preferences.
“This release marks a step forward in making dependable firearms more approachable,” said Dustin Jones, Derya Arms representative. “The DY9Z brings together capacity, customization, and value in a design that serves real-world needs, from daily carry to range time.”
The DY9Z is now available through authorized dealers. For details, visit derya.us or follow Derya Arms on social media.
Alongside the pistol, Derya Arms introduces the DY9Z 15-round magazine, compatible with the DY9Z, Glock 43X, and PSA Micro Dagger. When pairing this magazine with a Glock 43X or PSA Micro Dagger, Derya recommends upgrading to its metal magazine catch for those platforms to ensure optimal performance. The DY9Z itself features a proprietary metal magazine catch, designed to provide secure and consistent operation while minimizing potential issues.
