Opinion on these Handguns

[Bunker]

I am not a fan or any of the pin fired guns, I want to see a hammer and appreciate the old school mechanics involved.

But, if I had to chose one of your three it would be Glock (but I would go with the 19).

[MiamiE]

I grew up firing Glocks. It's what I know and love. Havent shot myself yet! I would go with a compact model as well. Glock 19. The G17 is a beast. Go with the G19 (9mm) or the G23 (.40).

[Eleven]

This poll is invalid without the "All of the above" choice

[captain53]

Depends on which one fits your hand and operates in a way that feels comfortable to you. Even though I am not an M&P fan they are all good quality but the one that fits me may not fit you so my preference does not matter.

[elderboy02]

I love my Glock's. I will say though, that I have a S&W M&P 9mm and it is phenomenal. Just as good as my Glock.

Rent both at a local range and see which one suits you better

[HollywoodQue]

I was issued the Glock almost 12 years ago and then, I thought this was one of the better semi-auto's out there.....BUT, we Detroit Police Dept, changed over to the S&W MP40 and I love it. I have shot expert with the Glock since I was issued it back in 1997, usually scoring no less than 237 out of 250.

Since changing to the M&P, my highest score was 249 out of 250. I love the interchangable hand grips and my groups are more consistence.

I vote for the S&W MP all day. Just my

[Remo]

Originally Posted by HollywoodQue

I was issued the Glock almost 12 years ago and then, I thought this was one of the better semi-auto's out there.....BUT, we Detroit Police Dept, changed over to the S&W MP40 and I love it. I have shot expert with the Glock since I was issued it back in 1997, usually scoring no less than 237 out of 250.

Since changing to the M&P, my highest score was 249 out of 250. I love the interchangable hand grips and my groups are more consistence.

I vote for the S&W MP all day. Just my

See Justin, we are smarter than you J/K Bro.

[N2 GOLD]

GLOCK all the way...

I have the Glock 30 & 36 both 45 cal.

Glock 30: Sub-compact, making it ideal for concealed carry
Glock 36: A slim-down version of the 30 & single-stack magazine

Both are kick A$$ handguns....

[hscmit]

the most important thing is how the gun feels in YOUR hand. the best way to make this decision is to actually fire each weapon. holding each will give a good idea but nothing beats a live fire to determine which weapon is the best fit for you

[neoflex]

I voted for the M&P. This line is very reliable and it's what I have experience using so I may be partial to them. I have an M&P40 and the gun has operated absolutely flawlessly. Probably over 1,000 rounds through it and not a single jam or FTF. To me if your using it as a carry weapon reliability is what you want as top priority. I couldn't imagine anything worse than finally needing that weapon as your first line of defense and having it fail to go boom. Glocks are reliable too but I have no first hand experience with them.

[BlindedByScience]

I have three Glocks in all three frame sizes; the little 26 in 9mm, the mid sized 23 in .40, and the full sized 21 in .45 ACP. I have all three of my pistols set up with Meprolight sights, and the factory 5 lb. connector. I can grab any one of them, and the sight picture / trigger pull is almost identical (save for sight radius). I have shot the crap out of these pistols, and really like them. Having said that.....

Originally Posted by hscmit

the most important thing is how the gun feels in YOUR hand. the best way to make this decision is to actually fire each weapon. holding each will give a good idea but nothing beats a live fire to determine which weapon is the best fit for you

This hits the nail on the head. There is a sort of "zen" that you and a handgun have to have, if you are to function as a reliable team. While Glocks and my hands get along very well, there is no substitute for renting each of them at the local range and putting some lead downrange. After doing that, I think the choice for you will be obvious.

Quality wise, I would venture that they are all probably on par with each other. Shoot them all, then you tell us.

Or, just buy a Glock and be done with it........

Cheers - N.F.H.

Edited to add - I have to say out of all of them, for carry, the mid sized 23 in .40 would be my choice. .40 is a pretty darn hot round, and the 23 brings 13+1 of them to the table. YMMV, etc......

[Bageland2000]

I'm getting a handgun soon and have been between the S&W and the Spring XD for a while. Almost positive I'm going with the S&W

[Remo]

Here are the two I carry, just to push you over the edge!!!

[neoflex]

Originally Posted by Remo_5_0

Here are the two I carry, just to push you over the edge!!!

Very nice. Full Size and Compact!

[MiamiE]

Are you planning on carrying any of these big guns? I can't imagine it on me.

[Remo]

Originally Posted by MiamiE

Are you planning on carrying any of these big guns? I can't imagine it on me.

All are made in a compact model which are very concealable, not as good as my S&W Airweight .38 which I can carry in a pocket but still are easy to carry and conceal, my M&P compact is a little over 4.5" long, just a hair longer than the Glock 26.

[MiamiE]

Well he mentioned full size models.

[Remo]

Originally Posted by MiamiE

Well he mentioned full size models.

Gotcha, yeah full size are a bit hard to carry.

[MiamiE]

My first gun was a G17 and it was a bit ridiculous to try and carry it.

[MiamiE]

Agreed. Anything more than a few shots and you'd better have the AK or AR nearby because it's going to be a battle.