FN 503

The FN 503 is a polymer frame striker-fired subcompact semi-automatic pistol manufactured in Columbia, South Carolina, by FN America, a division of FN Herstal. Introduced in March 2020, it is chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum and is intended for concealed carry.[2]

FN 503
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of origin United States
Production history
Designedc. 2019
ManufacturerFN America
Unit cost$549 (MSRP)
Produced2020–present
Specifications
Mass21 oz (600 g)
Length5.9 in (150 mm)
Barrel length3.1 in (79 mm)
Width1.1 in (28 mm)
Height4.6 in (120 mm)
Cartridge9×19mm Parabellum
ActionStriker-fired
Rate of fireSemi-automatic
Feed systemBox magazine
SightsFixed 3-dot iron sights
References[1]

Features

The FN 503 is a striker-fired handgun with a stainless steel slide. Subcompact in size, its overall length is 5.9 inches (150 mm) with a barrel length of 3.1 inches (79 mm) and a width of 1.1 inches (28 mm). The three-dot iron sights are low-profile, while trigger pull averages 5 pounds-force (22 N).[3] Magazines are either 6-round with a pinky extension or 8-round with a grip sleeve.[4]

The FN 503 uses the "design, performance and reliability standards" of the FN 509, a full-sized pistol introduced in 2017.[4]

References
  1. "FN 503". fnamerica.com. Retrieved March 17, 2020.
  2. "First Look: FN 503 Slim-Profile 9mm Pistol". shootingillustrated.com. March 17, 2020. Retrieved March 17, 2020.
  3. "New for 2020: FN 503". americanrifleman.org. March 17, 2020. Retrieved March 17, 2020.
  4. "FN Introduces FN 503 Slim 9mm Pistol for Concealed Carry". fnamerica.com (Press release). March 16, 2020. Retrieved March 17, 2020.
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