The Ruger LC9s in 9mm with 3.12-inch barrel. A striker-fired variant of the popular LC9, replacing the original hammer-fired design with a striker system for a lighter, crisper trigger pull. One of the defining compact carry 9mm pistols of the mid-2010s. Type: Semi-Auto Pistol Action: Striker-Fired Caliber: 9mm Capacity: 7 Year introduced: 2014, USA Weight: 17.2 oz Overall length: 6" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Carry, Concealed Carry