HK USP Compact DAO .40 S&W, 3.58 in Barrel, 10+1, German AC (2002), HE Slide, Ambi Paddle Mag Release
This Heckler & Koch USP Compact is a double-action-only (DAO) variant chambered in .40 S&W, made in Germany and date coded AC (2002). It features HK's HE nitrocarburized steel slide, a 3.58 in barrel, and a 10+1 capacity. German proof marks and the HK, Inc., Sterling, VA import mark are present, and the pistol retains HK's ambidextrous paddle magazine release and proprietary universal accessory grooves on the dust cover.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol shows widespread finish loss, with rust present in several spots.
What's Included
- 1x 10-round steel magazine with flat baseplate and spine witness holes
This USP Compact uses HK's semi-automatic, short-recoil, modified Browning system paired with a double-action-only trigger. The DAO configuration delivers a consistent trigger pull for every shot without a manual decocking lever.
The compact slide and 3.58 in barrel balance carry-friendly dimensions with shootability in .40 S&W. Capacity is 10+1, and the ambidextrous paddle-style magazine release allows quick, intuitive reloads from either side.
Construction details include HK's HE nitrocarburized steel slide in black, a steel barrel, and a compact-specific captive flat recoil spring with a polymer absorber bushing. HK's proprietary universal accessory grooves are integrated into the dust cover for compatible lights or accessories.
Sighting is via fixed notch/post sights. The black polymer frame has molded grip texturing for positive purchase.
Markings include German proof marks, the HK, Inc., Sterling, VA import mark, and the AC (2002) date code, confirming German manufacture and year of proof.