FN Five-seveN vs Luger P08

2001–Present

1908–1945

~500,000 estimated

~1,000,000+ units (including military, police, and civilian models)

200 mm (7.9 in) with magazine inserted

225 mm (8.86 in)

114 mm (4.5 in)

100 mm (3.93 in)

0.68 kg (1.5 lb) empty

0.95 kg (2.09 lb) empty

20 rounds standard, 10‑round low‑profile, 30‑round extended options

7 rounds standard (detachable box), optional 8‑round magazine for .30 Luger

Short‑stroke gas‑delayed blowback, closed bolt

Toggle‑locked, short‑stroke recoil‑operated, closed bolt

Single‑stage, light trigger pull (~4.5 lb) with manual safety/decocker

Single‑stage military trigger with integrated safety lever

Fixed three‑dot tritium night sights (white front, red rear) with optional low‑profile night sight package

Fixed front blade, rear V‑shaped notch with adjustable rear sight leaf