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Manufacturer
	Lionheart Industries More Info

About the Gun

Imported, full-size 9mm semi-automatic pistol based on the proven South Korean military K5 (Daewoo DP-51) design, modernized with enhanced features for the U.S. market. Built with a forged aluminum frame, forged steel slide and barrel, ambidextrous safety, genuine Novak sights for crisp acquisition, aggressively textured grips, and durable Cerakote finishes

Production

Production of this firearm began in 2012 and continued through 2016.

Market value

For this gun, the MSRP is approximately $769. In 95% condition, the used market value in 2024-2025 is estimated at $400-$500, based on recent sales and listings on relevant platforms.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	9 mm Luger
Alias:	9 mm Parabellum
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Analysis

The LH9's Double Action Plus+ (DA+) trigger—sometimes referred to as Triple Action—provides a long initial double-action pull for the first shot, followed by lighter single-action-like pulls on subsequent shots after the hammer is decocked but the mainspring remains partially compressed. This system allows rapid first-shot capability without requiring a consistently heavy trigger effort, while maintaining a manual safety for condition-one carry. The pistol's forged construction contributes to durability and low recoil impulse, aided by a low bore axis and compatible Mec-Gar magazines styled after S&W 59-series designs. Genuine Novak LoMount sights deliver a clean, high-contrast sight picture with a white-dot front post and plain black wide-notch rear—not a traditional 3-dot setup—to prioritize quick acquisition and minimal visual clutter. Aggressive diamond-pattern polymer grips and Cerakote finishes enhance control and resistance to wear. Overall, the LH9 offers reliable function, solid accuracy, and a refined evolution of the K5 platform for duty or range use.