M&P40C??? Glock29??? BrandX??? -Fishing For Opinions Here

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I'm thinking it's time to move into uncharted waters for me, so to speak. I'm looking at getting a most likely smaller autoloader to serve ccw / trail gun nightstand duty and I'd like to bounce some ideas off of you all and hear some opinions.

First off, I'm mostly a wood and steel guy and lean towards large frame magnum revolvers for most of my handgun shooting; but the gun I carry most often is a Colt Cobra .38spl in a fanny pack or pocket holster.

Secondly, I live in California, so magazine capacity beyond 10 is a moot point. Additionally, the part of California I live in is pretty rural and I'm a long way from ranges where I can go rent and try a lot of different guns. I won't buy a gun that I can't hold in my hand, but as far as shooting experience goes, I may have to rely on you.

The way I see plastic guns is sort of how I see a shovel -not the prettiest thing to look at, but it's the ticket if you want to dig a hole. This gun would be purely utilitarian and get used. It would see back country use, be something I could throw in a pack and take mountainbiking without worrying about getting it dusty or sweaty, use for ccw, or wear on the hip in the woods.

If I'm going to put down money for something new I might as well get something that has significantly more firepower than 5-6 rounds of .38 Special, as long as it meets my other needs, right? That's why I'm considering the following guns:

S&W M&P 40C: pretty concealable, 10 rounds of .40S&W, good track record... haven't held one yet, but will see one in a shop in a few days.

Glock 29: Held a 30 the other day and it was far more comfortable in my hand than I thought it would be. I think I would go with the 29 in 10mm just because you can get it in 10mm. I would handload for it anyway, so the cost of 10mm ammo wouldn't be so much an issue. Might be nice to have the option to load to the next level if I choose to. Oh yeah, also holds 10 rounds.

S&W M&P 40: Wasn't really thinking standard size pistol, but I held it and it felt really good! Didn't seem like it would be too much harder to conceal than the blocky Glock 29/30.

I'm sure that there are other good choices out there (please let me know if there is something I should really consider); but these are the ones that jumped out at me based on the research I've done and the exposure I've had. I'm looking forward to your input. Thanks,
-Mark
 
Well, of the 2 mentioned, I would opt for the G29 because of the 10MM factor. I have no use for the 40 S&W calibers at all...
 
Just bought a 29, and love it. I too live in CA, so the 10 round limit made it an easy choice for me. I don't think it's too small at all, though I have small hands, and have the mag extensions for an extra grip. Recoil is not nearly as bad as some people would have you believe. I think it is more of a push than a snap, and very controllable. My gf had no problems shooting it, and said the same thing.

If you are actually going to use this as a trail gun, I see no reason NOT to get the 29. You just can't compare .40S&W to 10mm, as 10mm loaded DOWN is the same as .40S&W.
 
I like the Springfield XD subcompact in .40 I had the chance to shoot a friend's. It was a limitted test, but it was nice. I like it more than the Kahr .40 my cousin has. It just feels more substantial and is easier to control because of the thicker grips. I also liked the fact that the springfield had an ambi mag release.
 
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I had a Glock 29 before I decided to get out of 10mm. It is concealable and would make a good woods gun. I would recommend it based on my experiences with the gun.
 
I have the M&P 40C. It's a great gun, with replaceable backstraps for different sized hands as well as optional pinky rests for the magazines. Love the fact that I can use my full-size M&P mags in it in a pinch.

The factory .357sig barrel is a drop-in replacement for the .40S&W, and the mags are the same if you want a bit of variety.

Since it's not a polygonally-rifled barrel, you can shoot whatever you damn well please through it :D
 
The Glock 29 is in no means a hard pistol to conceal. It is a tad bit thicker than say the G27, but not by that much. I also wouldn't argue against a 10mm. Good, accurate round. If you're reloading then that's a plus. I see no reason why you shouldn't get one.
 
I also have a M&P 40 compact. If you have larger hands make sure you get the mags with the " pinky rests" . I have never heard them called that, but they make it fit better in my hand and me shoot better. Glocks are also fine weapons, I carried one as a duty weapon for many years. I never fired a Glock compact. I don't think you could go wrong with the M&P or the Glock. As far as 10mm I don't see much of it around which will effect price
 
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I like the Springfield XD subcompact in .40 I had the chance to shoot a friend's. It was a limitted test, but it was nice. I like it more than the Kahr .40 my cousin has. It just feels more substantial and is easier to control because of the thicker grips. I also liked the fact that the springfield had an ambi mag release.
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Got a chance to hold an XD compact yesterday, but not shoot it. It was very comfortable to hold and reach the controls. I could see it being a good choice too. I think I'm leaning towards the Glock 29, but I'm still not 100% sure. I think the full size M&P was VERY comfortable, but I still haven't held an M&P compact.
 
If you're a metal and wood revolver guy today, I suspect that the recoil of polymer guns in .40 and 10mm are going to be a rude awakening - especially something like the Glock 29.

I would strongly recommend shooting any of the guns you are seriously considering before you go out and make a purchase. There's a HUGE difference between what you seem to be used to shooting and what you're contemplating.
 
My Glock 29 and I have gone many a mile together in the exact circumstances/purposes you describe. It is light, easy to carry, offers maximum volume of fire (10 rounds in CA as opposed to 6 shot revolver), and is extremely versatile particularly for a handloader. The tennifer finish is awesome for corrosion protection while carrying exposed to the elements. My 29 is phenomenally accurate (your mileage may vary.) You will never be sorry for selecting it.

My 2 cents worth.
 
Mudinyeri said:
If you're a metal and wood revolver guy today, I suspect that the recoil of polymer guns in .40 and 10mm are going to be a rude awakening - especially something like the Glock 29.

I would strongly recommend shooting any of the guns you are seriously considering before you go out and make a purchase. There's a HUGE difference between what you seem to be used to shooting and what you're contemplating.
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I expect It will be a different kind of recoil, but I regularly shoot .41 and .44 mags and have a 45-70 Contender. I remember shooting a Firestars in .40 and .45ACP years ago and my buddy's HK P2000 in .40 more recently. I remember the Firestar having quite a bit if muzzle flip. Good advice though, thanks! I'm very interested in the Glock 29, but would guess I'm at least 100 miles from somewhere I could rent one. I'd imagine it's a little sharper than than the P2000 in .40, but hopefully someone can offer their experience comparing the 29's recoil to that of similar .40s.
 
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My Glock 29 and I have gone many a mile together in the exact circumstances/purposes you describe. It is light, easy to carry, offers maximum volume of fire (10 rounds in CA as opposed to 6 shot revolver), and is extremely versatile particularly for a handloader. The tennifer finish is awesome for corrosion protection while carrying exposed to the elements. My 29 is phenomenally accurate (your mileage may vary.) You will never be sorry for selecting it.

My 2 cents worth.
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Thanks oldrevolverguy; I'm just about sold! Did you get the 29 or the 29sf?
 
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I expect It will be a different kind of recoil, but I regularly shoot .41 and .44 mags and have a 45-70 Contender. I remember shooting a Firestars in .40 and .45ACP years ago and my buddy's HK P2000 in .40 more recently. I remember the Firestar having quite a bit if muzzle flip. Good advice though, thanks! I'm very interested in the Glock 29, but would guess I'm at least 100 miles from somewhere I could rent one. I'd imagine it's a little sharper than than the P2000 in .40, but hopefully someone can offer their experience comparing the 29's recoil to that of similar .40s.
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A buddy of mine has a 29. I have a 20. Shooting 200 grain hunting loads out of his 29 I experienced quite a bit more felt recoil than shooting 180 grain loads out of my XD40 SC - a similar sized gun in terms of both weight and dimensions.

I recognize that this probably won't be a gun that you'll run 1000's of rounds through at the range, but you want to be able to put multiple rounds on target quickly with it nonetheless.
 
I don't have any 10mm experience. But I have Glocks in 22 & 23. Also M&P 40SW standard and compact. I have "upgraded" to the M&Ps cause for me they fit/feel better and shoot better. The gun at the top of my list to buy next is the M&P pro in 40SW.
 
Go with the M&P40C, very nice gun. Get XGrips extenders and full sized mags, then you can have a full grip when not carrying concealed.

Unless you're set on 10mm. If the Glock felt good in your hand, no reason not to get it. Personally, I don't like the fit of Glocks.
 
Well, I have the M&P .40c, but I put apex parts in it to make the trigger feel right. Look at your choices, test the trigger and go from there. I'm likely to buy a XDm next so I'm not a fanatic on brand. I've shot glocks fine but I don't care for the safety system. XD has a grip safety, my M&P has a thumb safety, personal chioice.

Glocks are accurate and have a decent trigger. I've shot a few and I have no complaints there.

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