Gao Yang was brimming with enthusiasm as he accompanied Yelena in choosing a handgun she liked. Gao Yang thought Yelena might select a compact revolver that could be carried in a purse and be ready to shoot as soon as it was drawn, so he recommended the Smith & Wesson 340MP revolver. However, Yelena preferred the modern feel of semi-automatic pistols, so after considering several options, she ultimately chose the Smith & Wesson M3913LS semi-automatic pistol.
The Smith & Wesson M3913LS was designed specifically for women, with a capacity of 8+1 rounds and firing 9X19mm Parabellum cartridges that are easy to control in recoil, all suitable for female shooters. But most importantly, the gun was compact and pretty in appearance, which, for a woman, was the most crucial factor.
The M3913LS pistol offered a variety of optional accessories, such as pink or blue grip panels and slides painted in various colors. As a young girl, Yelena decked out her gun in a pink theme.