which 40 s&w to pick

[JO JO]

Well I looking to buy a 40 s&w want to stay below $600, how about some ideas other then glock, I know glocks are good guns but dont fit me,
So few I have looked at,
FNH FNS
XD
M&P
CZ
like them all any input or pros vs cons would sure help THANKS ALL

 

[rsbufo1966]

Well I looking to buy a 40 s&w want to stay below $600, how about some ideas other then glock, I know glocks are good guns but dont fit me,
So few I have looked at,
FNH FNS
XD
M&P
CZ
like them all any input or pros vs cons would sure help THANKS ALL

I can only speak for the M&P40, as that is the one from your list that I currently own. I have put around 10k rounds down range on mine, which I bought used for $500. It has been trouble free except for Tula ammo, which it just does not like. I normally run WWB through it, and have had zero issues with that ammo.

I routinely run it dirty and dry, only breaking it down to clean thoroughly and lube the internals every 500-1000 rounds, otherwise it gets a quick wipe down after a day at the range.

The Melonite finish is extremely durable, and has held up exceptionally well to thousands of draws from a Kydex holster.

The slide serrations offer excellent purchase, however the grip is not grippy enough with sweaty hands. I remedied that with a Cane&Derby stippled backstrap.

You will find many posts lamenting the 'gritty' trigger, and just as many praising the trigger. Mine was gritty, even after a couple thousand dry fires and an equal number of rounds fired, so I put the Apex USB in it, which completely eliminated the gritty feel.

It is as accurate as my skill level allows it to be, and I shoot sub 4" groups at 7 yards, which is good enough for me.

I chose the M&P because it felt good and points instinctively for me. It has proven itself to me over time. All in all it is a fine firearm.


ETA: fuzzy pic, I know...

 

[Omaney]

Cannot give any cons for any pistol on your list. I've owned/own GLOCK, CZ, and the M&P40. I prefer the M&P over the G23 I currently own. And if I could get a CZ75B 40cal in brushed stainless, I'd get one in a flash.

 

[wow6599]

FWIW, the M&P line was built around the .40.......not sure about the others.

 

[jim243]

Any of those listed would be a good choice. Personally, I went with the FNP-40.

Just my choice, pick one that suits you best.
Jim

 

[cocojo]

I much prefer the SD line but that's me. The M&P line will serve you very well. Both are excellent handguns.

 

[Walking Dead]

Don't forget to look at the
Sig SP2022, Beretta PX4 and the Ruger SR40 line as well. All really great guns.

 

[Plan2Live]

I've seen used XDm Compacts in 40 and Sig 239s in 40 for under $600. You just have to be patient and keep your eyes open.

 

[Sauer Grapes]

I've shot or own everything on your list. Depending on use, all are solid choices. For tupperware guns, I like the M&P pro series best for the ergonomics and bore axis.