Staccato has never been shy about building pistols for people who actually use them. At SHOT Show, the Texas-based brand pulled the curtain back on its newest flagship addition to the Staccato HD lineup: the Staccato HD C4X. Think of it as a duty gun that learned how to dress down, slip under a cover garment, and still absolutely handle business.
The HD C4X is a compact carry pistol built on the proven 2011 platform, the same DNA trusted by elite law enforcement units and hard-use professionals worldwide. Only now, it’s been trimmed, refined, and purpose-built for those who want full-size performance without committing to full-size real estate on their belt.
HD C4X Co-Developed for the Real World
Staccato didn’t design the HD C4X in a vacuum. This pistol was co-developed with an elite law-enforcement special-surveillance team; folks who demand reliability, concealability, and precision because failure simply isn’t an option. The result is a 4-inch-barreled compact that balances shootability with day-long carry comfort.
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Despite its smaller footprint, the HD C4X doesn’t give up the controllability Staccato is known for. It remains flat-shooting, fast on target, and confidence-inspiring whether you’re running drills on the range or carrying it as your daily insurance policy.
HD Features, No Compromises
Like the rest of the Staccato HD family, the C4X represents the most advanced evolution of the 2011 platform to date. It’s built for adaptability and modularity, because modern shooters don’t live in a one-size-fits-all world.
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Key features include fully ambidextrous controls, making it southpaw-friendly right out of the box, and a 15-round capacity that keeps it competitive without bloating the grip. One of the more eyebrow-raising inclusions is Glock-pattern magazine compatibility, which means easier sourcing and fewer compatibility headaches.
Optics fans will also appreciate Staccato’s HD HOST optic-mounting system, designed to deliver a robust, repeatable mounting solution without the usual gymnastics. Mount your dot, torque it down, and get back to shooting.
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Built to Carry, Built to Fight
What sets the HD C4X apart is its versatility. This isn’t just a compact for concealed carry, nor is it a downsized duty gun trying to be something it’s not. It’s both, and that’s the point. Staccato set out to build a pistol that could confidently transition from duty use to personal protection without skipping a beat.
According to Paul Smith, Vice President of Product at Staccato, the HD C4X is the direct result of real-world feedback from professionals and customers alike. In other words, this pistol exists because people asked for it—and Staccato listened.
Final Thoughts
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The Staccato HD C4X will be offered in three configurations, with an MSRP starting at $3,499.
Compact carry pistols often come with tradeoffs. The Staccato HD C4X seems determined to ignore that rule entirely; delivering duty-grade performance, premium features, and everyday carry practicality in one very serious package. It’s proof that compact doesn’t have to mean compromised.
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