Heckler & Koch is known the world over for its hammer-fired polymer handguns. Now the famed German maker has brought to market a striker-fired pistol that may be one of its best.

With the VP9, HK sought to make a pistol that would appeal to more American shooters while also being offered at a lower price tag. The VP9 is ... VP9 with a shorter barrel, slide, and frame.

With the VP9, HK sought to make a pistol that would appeal to more American shooters while also being offered at a lower price tag. The VP9 is ... VP9 with a shorter barrel, slide, and frame.