FN's Reflex XL MRD packs a micro-compact 9mm around an internal hammer rather than a striker, which lowers the force needed to rack the slide. The barrel is 3.8 inches, cold hammer-forged stainless with a recessed crown; the pistol is 6.75 inches long and 18.5 ounces, and the two extended magazines give 18+1. The single-action-only trigger breaks at about 5 pounds. The slide takes optics on the Shield RMSc or Holosun 507K footprint, with a tritium front sight in an orange ring and a black U-notch rear. The FDE/Tan frame comes with swappable backstraps, a relieved trigger guard, a longer beavertail, a magazine release that swaps sides, and a slimline rail.

For New Jersey shooters the easy slide is the practical draw, especially for a family member who struggles with a stiff slide, and it fits a home-defense role as readily as a carry one. Purchase follows the state's handgun process: a permit to purchase, the safety course within four years, and one handgun per 30 days.

Key features

• 9mm, 18+1 with two extended magazines
• Internal hammer lowers slide-racking effort
• 3.8-inch cold hammer-forged stainless barrel
• Optics-ready: Shield RMSc and Holosun 507K footprints
• Tritium front night sight, 18.5 ounces

Delivery is to the New Jersey FFL dealer you select at checkout, who verifies the permit and runs the background check at pickup.