Description
Some carry guns ask you to trade capacity for ease of use. The Smith & Wesson Equalizer skips that compromise. Built on next-gen EZ technology with an internal hammer-fired action, the slide takes noticeably less effort to rack than most striker guns in this class, which makes a real difference for anyone with reduced hand strength or anyone who just appreciates a pistol that doesn't fight back during loading and unloading. You get three magazines in the box, a 10, a 13, and a 15 rounder, plus a Maglula UpLula speed loader so thumb-busting mag loading sessions are a thing of the past.
Why the Equalizer Shoots Bigger Than It Carries
The 3.675 inch barrel stretches the sight radius past what most micro-compacts offer, and at around 23 ounces the Equalizer soaks up 9mm recoil better than the featherweight guns it competes against. The single action trigger breaks clean with a short take-up and a tactile, audible reset, so quick follow-up shots come naturally. Drift-adjustable 3-dot white sights ride on top, and the slide is cut for popular micro red dots when you're ready to go that route. A Picatinny-style rail up front handles lights and lasers, and the aggressive grip texture keeps the gun planted without chewing up your cover garment.
Smith & Wesson Equalizer Safety and Everyday Practicality
This version (model 13591) runs both an ambidextrous manual thumb safety and a grip safety, along with a loaded chamber indicator, a setup that appeals to folks who want extra layers between them and an unintentional discharge, especially in a house with kids. The magazine release is reversible for lefties, takedown happens without pulling the trigger, and the Armornite finish on the stainless slide and barrel shrugs off sweat and moisture from daily carry. As a bonus, the Equalizer feeds from Shield Plus magazines and fits Shield EZ holsters, so spare mags and quality holsters are easy to find. Backed by Smith & Wesson's Lifetime Service Policy, this is a carry pistol built to be shot, not babied.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 13591
- UPC: 022188891416
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Action: Internal Hammer Fired, Single Action
- Barrel Length: 3.675 in
- Overall Length: 6.75 in
- Weight: 22.9 oz
- Capacity: 10+1, 13+1, or 15+1 depending on magazine
- Slide: Stainless steel, optics-ready, deep front and rear serrations
- Finish: Black Armornite
- Frame: Black polymer with Picatinny-style rail
- Sights: Drift-adjustable 3-dot white
- Safety: Ambidextrous manual thumb safety and grip safety
- Magazine Release: Reversible
- Grip Angle: 18 degrees
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Equalizer 9mm pistol
- One 10-round magazine
- One 13-round magazine
- One 15-round magazine
- Maglula UpLula magazine speed loader
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Smith & Wesson Equalizer really easier to rack than other 9mm pistols?
Yes, and it's not just marketing talk. The Equalizer uses the same internal hammer-fired EZ technology from the Shield EZ line, which noticeably reduces the effort needed to pull the slide back compared to typical striker-fired micro-compacts. It's a popular pick for folks with arthritis, smaller hands, or anyone new to semi-autos.
Does the Equalizer use the same magazines as the Shield Plus?
It does. The Equalizer feeds from Shield Plus magazines, so spare mags are affordable and easy to find just about anywhere. It also fits most holsters made for the Shield EZ, which means you won't be stuck waiting on the aftermarket for carry gear.
What red dots fit the Equalizer's optic cut?
The slide is cut for popular micro red dots that use the common small-format footprint, similar to what you'll find on other S&W micro-compacts. Sights like the Shield SMS/RMS pattern optics mount directly. When the optic is off, you still have the drift-adjustable 3-dot white sights to work with.
Does this model 13591 have a manual safety?
Yes, this version comes with an ambidextrous manual thumb safety plus a grip safety that must be depressed for the pistol to fire. That combination gives you two independent layers of security, which a lot of buyers appreciate for home storage and carry. Smith & Wesson also makes a no-thumb-safety version if you prefer, but this SKU includes it.





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