Anyone own both M&P and PX4

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I don't own either, but I've shot the PX4, and will be shooting the M&P in 9mm soon. I will post my impressions of them both after that if you want.

Jason

double tap. sorry.

I own two M&Ps and want a PX4.

Does that count?

LOL.

If you plan on being in the Pensacola area let me know and I'll take you out to shoot the PX4 (along with a few others).

Joker

They are really completely different animals aside from being Polymer.

1) Ergonomics
Equal. Both have changeable back straps. The S&W is a little more "grippy" but not enough to rate it higher.
2) Reliability (not long term at this point, but just FTFs, FTEs, etc)
Both = 100% so - Equal
3) Ease of take-down / reassembly
Easy on both. The rotary barrel may need a little more attention but not enough to sway it one way or another so - Equal
4) Fit and finish
Equal
5) Accuracy
I'm more accurate with my M&P but I also shoot striker fired pistols more. If I do my part the Beretta is equal.
6) Which one do you shoot most? (often more telling than anything else)
My XD's...
Really though, I shoot the M&P more than the PX4 but not for any specific reason. My M&P is a compact and I carry it quite a bit so I spend more time on the range with it. I bought the PX4 and a CX4 for shooting 3-gun matches primarily and because I like Beretta's..


Since I've been competing more heavily I'm really starting to buy in to the idea of familiarity, so switching from my XD's to a sa/da really screws me up. The M&P screws me up but not nearly as bad.

No one?

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I've been avoiding this one. I'm ashamed to say that, although I have both, I've shot neither. I've not been able to get out to the range that much. I will say the M&P feels better. I prefer the takedown of the PX4 to the Sig-like takedown lever on the M&P.

All I have is the PX4, and absolutely love it. I'd like to get my hands on an M&P just to see what they are all about.
Here's my thoughts on my PX4 F model 9mm
1. It's the most comfortable 9mm "I" have shot---not saying much. With the mid size backstrap, everything is easy to control without changing my grip.
2. As of a few hours ago I only have about 1500 various types and flavors of ammunition through it. Never a single malfunction or abnormality. Haven't shot any reloads yet if that matters for you.
3. Very easy to dis-assemble, clean, and re-assemble. The piece"central block" over the guide rod which helps rotate the barrel might throw you for a loop the first time you take it apart, but it's no real issue.
4. Fit and finish is flawless on mine.
5. I'm not the best pistol shooter around. Sometimes I think I could do better with a rock. The PX4 seems to be very forgiving of new shooters I've brought with me, or folks with bad habits. It groups well for me at 7-25 yards. It's more accurate for me than my Glock 17 and Radom. The sight picture requires the front sight to be ON your intended target. A "6 O Clock hold" will probably hit low for you.
6. Of the 5 pistols I have--XD45, Ruger SP101, Glock17, Radom(not really a shooter), and the PX4---The PX4 is the only pistol I've brought to the range in the last 3 trips.

Like I said earlier--I love my PX4.
I won't give up my PX4, but if I were you, I'd enjoy that M&P for a minute or 2 before adding to your collection.