I do not mean for this thread to develop into an argument. I have been a Glock owner for decades, love Glocks, shoot Glocks regularly, and generally find them to be excellent weapons. I have never fired a S&W M&P double stack auto, but a year or so ago I bought a M&P Shield in 9mm. I love the Shield. It shoots well, is accurate for its purpose, and I really like the fact that it has an external thumb safety. I know the Glock does not need a thumb safety to be safe. I know that safety lies within the responsibility of the shooter. Nevertheless, I do feel a thumb safety is a bit reassuring, especially when holstering the gun, and potentially as a means to prevent an unauthorized user from getting the gun and being able to immediately firing it. The Shield has never had any functional problems, has never had a jam, and shows no sign of any weakness after probably 500 rounds minimum through it.
So, I have been thinking about getting a mid size or full size M&P in 9mm which could serve for concealed carry in lieu of my Glock 19. The main reason for switching to the M&P would be because of the thumb safety.
My question is, how does the M&P mid or full size compare to a G19 or G17 in terms of long term reliability? Are they more likely to have issues?
This thread is not about the need for a thumb safety. Its a matter of personal preference. I am on board with the idea that Glocks don't need a thumb safety. I don't have to be convinced. But after shooting the Shield with the thumb safety, I personally really like it.
So, I have been thinking about getting a mid size or full size M&P in 9mm which could serve for concealed carry in lieu of my Glock 19. The main reason for switching to the M&P would be because of the thumb safety.
My question is, how does the M&P mid or full size compare to a G19 or G17 in terms of long term reliability? Are they more likely to have issues?
This thread is not about the need for a thumb safety. Its a matter of personal preference. I am on board with the idea that Glocks don't need a thumb safety. I don't have to be convinced. But after shooting the Shield with the thumb safety, I personally really like it.