I shoot what feels good! I’m not going to carry a firearm just because it’s the next big thing unless it feels good otherwise, it will be sitting at the home instead of in my holster. Thanks for the vid! Awesome as always!
M&P40c has been my primary concealed carry since 2004. I can shoot it very well, never had an issue and for me, and I can shot it much better than a Glock and believe it or not, the recoil control is much better than a 9mm equivalent pistol which I believe is due to the heavier slide. I have never fired a weapon for concealed carry that I like better plus the .40 packs a wicked punch down range and a bonus, during the recent ammo shortage there was no 9mm to be found but plenty of .40 about everywhere I went.
Yes agreed. This is one of my favorite pick ups ever and the price was right. A great overall option here! Will be carrying it all fall and winter in my rotation
I had KKM Precision make me up a barrel in .357 Sig for my .40c, whenever I take this combo to the range I get other shooters asking what I'm shooting, firing. 357 Sig in the. 40c turns it into a real beast !!!
Listen man I absolutely love this channel and your content, I may not like every single gun you own but so what lol I have an opinion as we all do. The most important things we agree on tho and as a community of this channel I feel we all do. We’re all second amendment advocates and understand the power of it and why our for father’s empowered us to enact this right. We as a community understand the state of our country and the tyrannical powers that oppress us. I look at it like brothers just bickering when we disagree here in the comments from time to time. No harm no foul as long as we stay respectful. Your absolutely right when you say as long as you have something that can protect you and yours your fine.
Great video. Love the 40. Great deals on them now. Just grabbed a smith 2.0 3.6 inch barrel for 398 with 3 mags and night sights brand new. Order a 357 sig barrel. 2 in one for 600.
I carried a Glock 39 as a backup. I would say these guns were issued to detectives and/or command personnel. The Smith compacts are about 5-10% bigger than the Glock 26/27/33/39 guns. So they're usually used as a stand alone sidearm. Most cops only shoot once or twice a year. At worst the outside will be beaten up but they almost always have beautiful internals. Police pickups are golden. I want to get my 40 out now! Good video Chief!
Good review. I have had a Police Trade In Full Size M&P 40 and it has been flawless. It’s shots soft like a 9mm in my opinion and even with all of the firearms I have. I still have this one in my Home Defense rotation.
I have one and I like it. With the extended mag its exactly the same length as my Sig P320 and a little slimmer. Its a bit longer than my shield. like you said its sweet spot.
Love mine. 9mm barrels for it are cheap. 357s barrels are still around, but pricy. Try the DPM recoil spring in it. It's so flat shooting. Had mine since last year. Was still brand new. My favorite carry, mainly winter. I like 40 alot too. Can't beat that 40c man for real. Put the Apex for the 1.0 in it. They have a heavier one, and a light one. The heavy is about like stock, the light is like a 1911. You're gonna love that one. I also have the 4" 2.0 in 40, and I can't tell any difference between the 2 in regards to recoil.
My department issued us MP .40s from 2005-2012. I carried the MP .40C as a back up. Accurate little gun, and I still carry it occasionally as a retiree.
No problem! Yes this is a great shooter. A big chunky and heavy but the best .40 I’ve ever shot. And the shield is a better option if you want a lighter carry option. Both are great!
This is the prettiest gun I’ve ever seen lol I have one but not with the chrome slide. Now that’s hard🔥btw mine is in 9mm but I’m glad to see there’s a mag extension option
Back when the Bruin decision came out and I was able to finally able to get a Nj CCW and at the time I was only able to choose two ccw handguns that I will be able to carry for 2 years for the permit. My first choice was my 642, I carry that gun all the time but I knew I wanted my second option to be a semi auto, hold the max capacity in NJ (10 rounds) and be able to have a WML and be compact so I can minimize printing. I own a lot of full size guns so I only have 3 handguns in my collection that would fit the bill a Gen 4 Glock 26, a Gen one shield in 9mm and my Gen 1 M&P 40c. My 26 would occasionally have a double feed once every shooting trip of 150-250 rounds so I knew I could eliminate that from my decision (if anyone has any solutions I’m all ears) and that left me with the 9mm shield and M&P 40c. I ultimately chose the 40c for a few reasons: 1. 10+1 stock instead of 8+1 stock in the shield. 2. In NJ we are limited to non hollow point ammo like critical defense and I feel if I’m limited to my bullet selection I will pick 40 S&W and in the M&P 40c I’m able to shoot fast follow up shots. 3. An actual light rail where I can put an actual light like a tlr 7A vs a crappy tlr 6. I’m happy with my M&P 40c and I just got it cut for a 407c so now I have to learn how to shoot a dot now which will be fun. I might get an apex trigger or something flat face.
I bought a 40c severa 0:20 l years ago and put a 40 to 9mm conversion barrel in it. Just use the 9mm magazines and you have a 2 for 1 gun. 12 rd., 15 rd. and 17 rd. 9mm magazines fit. I have a Galco 40c Kydex IWB holster which fits the Stoger SC like a glove.
I love way you put it carry what u like and feels good! Don’t worry about what everyone says! I carry M&P 9 ! I have ter1 holster ,, idk how much like it been seeing some other brands! So much out there try find what fits me best! 😊
Got an M&P compact (4" 15rnds 9mm) I'm trying to get in to rotation. The M&P series is an excellent choice. Galloway precision has a morrigan flat face trigger ($26) I'm thinking of trying in mine. For sights I like hackathorn style KISS. Thanks for another great video.
Im thinking to get M&P very soon, and im considering 40cal, for i knew a drop in barrel of 9mm and 357sig is a great way to enjoy two extra caliber at the same pistol
There were a few 2.0 40sw. released into the wild. They pop up on the used market RARELY! Good news is; you can mate a 40sw 3.6 upper to a 9mm. 2.0 sc lower. No, they don't have different size ejectors or any other frame parts. I like the plastic semi curved Apex trigger shoe, ( if you really hate the stock trigger) THICK? you need that in 40sw. to distribute recoil.
Those 2.0 40 SC are seriously hard to find! I've only seen one on Gunbroker. I have a 2.0 9mm Subcompact. Are you saying you can take an old 40c slide and put it on a new 2.0 9mm SC frame? Thanks in advance!
Just found a MP40c and just got some ammo and 1st day on the range tomorrow. Feels great in my hand. Question, serial number begins with HTC and I understand that means High Threat Concealment..but what does that mean, at least in terms of value and differences in gun types. They do seem to be better built, stainless steel is pretty hard to beat. Let's hope this gun shoots as well as it feels.
I currently carry one and agree they are very good pieces. Some things I'd like to point out though this is not as fat, wide and heavy as he is making it out to be. The slide is about the same weight and width as a G26/27. There is a little more weight in the frame though. Hikock45 verified this information. Also, I carry mine in a G26 kydex holster and it fits good. Just goes to show just how similar they actually are in size. Oh, and not all of them have magazine disconnect safety only a small amount. Good video though thanks.
You like this guy keep your eyes out for a M&P 45c. One of the best subcompact 45’s to ever hit the market. Second only to the XD45 mod 2 subcompact in my opinion, both of which are discontinued now sadly. I miss my XD45 sub so much I never would have considered selling it if I knew all those options would be gone a few years later.
@@spnfirearms right on I love the 40cal and 10 MM I wish Smith would do the updated metal in 40 I know you can shoot for a little bit but they need to do more than 40
Wow I asked you about the m&p C9 about 9months ago and here we are with you displaying not only a magnificent m&p 40 but have a m&p 9 on the way as well. I’m looking forward to it . Btw man your lucky you got the 2tone variant I hope I get lucky and find one. Btw I know I have 0 gun content posted on this channel 😂I do on my second channel tho @BiGZseth
I own an M&P40 gen1 full size that was an LE trade in. It would be my favorite carry except it's a bit too large for concealed carry. Shoots like a dream with ZERO jams in my experience with it. It has a "Mississippi Trigger" on it so if anyone can explain exactly what that means please leave a comment..
@@spnfirearms there may be guides, but it’s simple enough. Take your slide off and put a magazine in. You will see what bar the magazine is pushing up. On my other S&W it looks like a cross. The only thing holding it in place is a pin. Push the pin so you can take the bar and spring out, then push the pin back in. I did that to my CA compliant pistol right after I got it.
They are solid compact sdf’s. I’m also going to state some specific facts about the LE move to 9s. The DEI push and cultural engineering move has swamped government. So LE is now including a lot of females. Physically, they typically are much smaller and not nearly as strong as their male counterparts. So the 40 is harder for them to handle. Also, most LE do NOT train with their firearms nearly as much as they should. So with both M and F officers, their firearm control skills are not what they should be. The result is that today’s LE just go with the weaker round (scientific data shows that today’s 9 isn’t nearly equal to the 40). Don’t get your shorts in a bunch; even with “advances” in bullet technology for 9, it isn’t equal to 40. And let’s be honest; it’s not like zero work was done to make 40 better than it was three decades ago. I shoot 40 and 45 every bit as well as 9. It’s about putting in the time and just a little work.
@@spnfirearms Have you decided on which one yet? My guess is between the SC or the MC9 since I know you're a fan of the compact and micros more than the full sizes!
Yay for 40s&w !!!!
I've always believed as long as the gun is reliable the rest is preference. Doesn't matter the age or cost as long as it's dependable
I shoot what feels good! I’m not going to carry a firearm just because it’s the next big thing unless it feels good otherwise, it will be sitting at the home instead of in my holster. Thanks for the vid! Awesome as always!
Agreed! Thanks man, I appreciate it. Respect!
M&P40c has been my primary concealed carry since 2004. I can shoot it very well, never had an issue and for me, and I can shot it much better than a Glock and believe it or not, the recoil control is much better than a 9mm equivalent pistol which I believe is due to the heavier slide. I have never fired a weapon for concealed carry that I like better plus the .40 packs a wicked punch down range and a bonus, during the recent ammo shortage there was no 9mm to be found but plenty of .40 about everywhere I went.
Yes agreed. This is one of my favorite pick ups ever and the price was right. A great overall option here! Will be carrying it all fall and winter in my rotation
I had KKM Precision make me up a barrel in .357 Sig for my .40c, whenever I take this combo to the range I get other shooters asking what I'm shooting, firing. 357 Sig in the. 40c turns it into a real beast !!!
Yessir! Facts. That’s the plan! Respect
Listen man I absolutely love this channel and your content, I may not like every single gun you own but so what lol I have an opinion as we all do. The most important things we agree on tho and as a community of this channel I feel we all do. We’re all second amendment advocates and understand the power of it and why our for father’s empowered us to enact this right. We as a community understand the state of our country and the tyrannical powers that oppress us. I look at it like brothers just bickering when we disagree here in the comments from time to time. No harm no foul as long as we stay respectful. Your absolutely right when you say as long as you have something that can protect you and yours your fine.
Agreed! Well said! Respect man, respect
Well said !!
Great video. Love the 40. Great deals on them now. Just grabbed a smith 2.0 3.6 inch barrel for 398 with 3 mags and night sights brand new. Order a 357 sig barrel. 2 in one for 600.
Awesome deal!! Great find, respect
My agency issued this to me as a primary carry in 2006, I loved it and then we changed to sig320 around 2016ish..
These are excellent tools 40s are an amazing round..Excellent video thanks for the vdeo and time 👍
No problem! Thanks for the comment. They really are exactly that, reliable tools! Respect
I carried a Glock 39 as a backup. I would say these guns were issued to detectives and/or command personnel. The Smith compacts are about 5-10% bigger than the Glock 26/27/33/39 guns. So they're usually used as a stand alone sidearm. Most cops only shoot once or twice a year. At worst the outside will be beaten up but they almost always have beautiful internals. Police pickups are golden. I want to get my 40 out now! Good video Chief!
Good review. I have had a Police Trade In Full Size M&P 40 and it has been flawless. It’s shots soft like a 9mm in my opinion and even with all of the firearms I have. I still have this one in my Home Defense rotation.
Yes exactly! Its amazing how soft shooting it is. Great choice. Respect!
got one used in 2024 It’s great option Love you perspective If it fits you then traine it and carry it
I have this in black, without the mag disconnect. Bought it mew in late 2010 for $600. It's my preferred EDC.
I have one and I like it. With the extended mag its exactly the same length as my Sig P320 and a little slimmer.
Its a bit longer than my shield. like you said its sweet spot.
I have seen a police officer wearing an m&p 40c. That was one of the reasons I initially became interested in it.
Love mine. 9mm barrels for it are cheap. 357s barrels are still around, but pricy. Try the DPM recoil spring in it. It's so flat shooting. Had mine since last year. Was still brand new. My favorite carry, mainly winter. I like 40 alot too. Can't beat that 40c man for real. Put the Apex for the 1.0 in it. They have a heavier one, and a light one. The heavy is about like stock, the light is like a 1911. You're gonna love that one. I also have the 4" 2.0 in 40, and I can't tell any difference between the 2 in regards to recoil.
Dang! Thanks for sharing! I will be working on some upgrades for it! Respect 🫡
@@Actual-user yes! I have one! Excellent barrel on my 3.6" 40c... Thing is a laser beam!
That looks way nicer than any of the new micros. And I love my 27
It’s great. And yes, respect!
My department issued us MP .40s from 2005-2012. I carried the MP .40C as a back up. Accurate little gun, and I still carry it occasionally as a retiree.
Thanks for posting this. I was thinking about getting an M&P 40c or even the Shield in 40. I have the 9mm in M&P 2.0 and Shield 2.0.
No problem! Yes this is a great shooter. A big chunky and heavy but the best .40 I’ve ever shot. And the shield is a better option if you want a lighter carry option. Both are great!
This is the prettiest gun I’ve ever seen lol I have one but not with the chrome slide. Now that’s hard🔥btw mine is in 9mm but I’m glad to see there’s a mag extension option
Thanks man, respect. I have the 9mm version coming soon! Great choice
Back when the Bruin decision came out and I was able to finally able to get a Nj CCW and at the time I was only able to choose two ccw handguns that I will be able to carry for 2 years for the permit. My first choice was my 642, I carry that gun all the time but I knew I wanted my second option to be a semi auto, hold the max capacity in NJ (10 rounds) and be able to have a WML and be compact so I can minimize printing. I own a lot of full size guns so I only have 3 handguns in my collection that would fit the bill a Gen 4 Glock 26, a Gen one shield in 9mm and my Gen 1 M&P 40c. My 26 would occasionally have a double feed once every shooting trip of 150-250 rounds so I knew I could eliminate that from my decision (if anyone has any solutions I’m all ears) and that left me with the 9mm shield and M&P 40c. I ultimately chose the 40c for a few reasons: 1. 10+1 stock instead of 8+1 stock in the shield. 2. In NJ we are limited to non hollow point ammo like critical defense and I feel if I’m limited to my bullet selection I will pick 40 S&W and in the M&P 40c I’m able to shoot fast follow up shots. 3. An actual light rail where I can put an actual light like a tlr 7A vs a crappy tlr 6. I’m happy with my M&P 40c and I just got it cut for a 407c so now I have to learn how to shoot a dot now which will be fun. I might get an apex trigger or something flat face.
All of that is perfect logic. I respect that. All great choices but love my m&p40c. I might be getting the apex trigger too. Respect
40s&w & 357Sig are my fav rds
beautiful piece
I bought a 40c severa 0:20 l years ago and put a 40 to 9mm conversion barrel in it. Just use the 9mm magazines and you have a 2 for 1 gun. 12 rd., 15 rd. and 17 rd. 9mm magazines fit. I have a Galco 40c Kydex IWB holster which fits the Stoger SC like a glove.
I like them because they don’t show where and tear like other firearms or pistols
I love way you put it carry what u like and feels good! Don’t worry about what everyone says! I carry M&P 9 ! I have ter1 holster ,, idk how much like it been seeing some other brands! So much out there try find what fits me best! 😊
Yes exactly! It only matters what you like and what you will train with! Respect!
Got an M&P compact (4" 15rnds 9mm) I'm trying to get in to rotation. The M&P series is an excellent choice. Galloway precision has a morrigan flat face trigger ($26) I'm thinking of trying in mine. For sights I like hackathorn style KISS. Thanks for another great video.
Im thinking to get M&P very soon, and im considering 40cal, for i knew a drop in barrel of 9mm and 357sig is a great way to enjoy two extra caliber at the same pistol
Tbh I love my hinged trigger on the m&p idk why but I just do, I’m able to stay on target better and get better and more consistent follow up shots
Same here. Love the hinged trigger and don't understand the hate.
Awesome video Brother 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Thanks man, I appreciate that! Respect
There were a few 2.0 40sw. released into the wild. They pop up on the used market RARELY!
Good news is; you can mate a 40sw 3.6 upper to a 9mm. 2.0 sc lower.
No, they don't have different size ejectors or any other frame parts.
I like the plastic semi curved Apex trigger shoe,
( if you really hate the stock trigger)
THICK? you need that in 40sw. to distribute recoil.
Those 2.0 40 SC are seriously hard to find! I've only seen one on Gunbroker. I have a 2.0 9mm Subcompact. Are you saying you can take an old 40c slide and put it on a new 2.0 9mm SC frame? Thanks in advance!
Great gun. I changed my sights with tru glo tritium and swapped out the trigger with an apex.
I’m an M&P fan too. I’d love to find a 40 c. I love that size carry gun.
I think that’s perfect size as well. It’s a smooth shooter for .40! Respect
Just found a MP40c and just got some ammo and 1st day on the range tomorrow. Feels great in my hand. Question, serial number begins with HTC and I understand that means High Threat Concealment..but what does that mean, at least in terms of value and differences in gun types. They do seem to be better built, stainless steel is pretty hard to beat. Let's hope this gun shoots as well as it feels.
I carried the exact same firearm as an officer
Interesting! I love it. It is very smooth shooting and handles recoil well
My ex coworker and my ccw instructor used to carry a m&p 40c and i usrd to carry the sr9c
Both awesome firearms. Love em
I currently carry one and agree they are very good pieces. Some things I'd like to point out though this is not as fat, wide and heavy as he is making it out to be. The slide is about the same weight and width as a G26/27. There is a little more weight in the frame though. Hikock45 verified this information. Also, I carry mine in a G26 kydex holster and it fits good. Just goes to show just how similar they actually are in size. Oh, and not all of them have magazine disconnect safety only a small amount. Good video though thanks.
I have the comparison video side by side on my channel. It’s a good thicker and heavier. Respect
Awesome 🔥
Thanks man! Respect!
Love that grey slode
Thanks man. Respect
You like this guy keep your eyes out for a M&P 45c. One of the best subcompact 45’s to ever hit the market. Second only to the XD45 mod 2 subcompact in my opinion, both of which are discontinued now sadly. I miss my XD45 sub so much I never would have considered selling it if I knew all those options would be gone a few years later.
I’ll keep my eye out for it! That would be an awesome find! Respect
I’m picking up a full size used LEO M&P 40 tomorrow for $270, I’m betting it’s going to be the best purchase I’ve made in a while
The sw sc is definitely the best shooting pistol I’ve ever shot in my life!
It’s unbelievable. It is beyond smooth.
One of my best and it's been 100% is my SD9VE ...
I have a shield 40 Love it can’t hit squat with it though😂😂 what’s the difference between the two they look the same
Haha fair enough. This is bigger, heavier, thicker, a double stack with more capacity but still very easy to conceal carry
@@spnfirearms right on I love the 40cal and 10 MM I wish Smith would do the updated metal in 40 I know you can shoot for a little bit but they need to do more than 40
Wow I asked you about the m&p C9 about 9months ago and here we are with you displaying not only a magnificent m&p 40 but have a m&p 9 on the way as well. I’m looking forward to it . Btw man your lucky you got the 2tone variant I hope I get lucky and find one. Btw I know I have 0 gun content posted on this channel 😂I do on my second channel tho @BiGZseth
Respect! And thanks man, I appreciate that. You can get them used on buds right now!
I own an M&P40 gen1 full size that was an LE trade in. It would be my favorite carry except it's a bit too large for concealed carry.
Shoots like a dream with ZERO jams in my experience with it.
It has a "Mississippi Trigger" on it so if anyone can explain exactly what that means please leave a comment..
Hmm.. I’ll have to look into what that is! And respect. This things shoots like a dream too! Thanks for watching
Is it possibly a Massachusetts trigger? I know that's a true option. Supposedly is a heavier trigger pull. Good luck brother!
I LOVE M&Ps
Just bought the 40 c which was a Police trade in & the 22
I have the 4 inch & 3.6 inch 9mm and a 4 inch 45
The 10 isn’t for me
Yes they are just solid handguns. Trust em with my life!
IDE like find one those! What store ya say has them? ❤ 😊
Buds gun shop!
Put the 357sig barrel in it and wow….what a freedom seed dispenser
If you ever get rid of that, let me know first. I’ll take it off your hands.
Haha fair enough! Respect
@@spnfirearms 👍🏻back at you bro
How did you get the stainless steel slide?
You can remove the magazine disconnect. That’s what I did
Oh really? Thanks for sharing. I might just do that.
@@spnfirearms there may be guides, but it’s simple enough. Take your slide off and put a magazine in. You will see what bar the magazine is pushing up. On my other S&W it looks like a cross. The only thing holding it in place is a pin. Push the pin so you can take the bar and spring out, then push the pin back in. I did that to my CA compliant pistol right after I got it.
They are solid compact sdf’s. I’m also going to state some specific facts about the LE move to 9s. The DEI push and cultural engineering move has swamped government. So LE is now including a lot of females. Physically, they typically are much smaller and not nearly as strong as their male counterparts. So the 40 is harder for them to handle. Also, most LE do NOT train with their firearms nearly as much as they should. So with both M and F officers, their firearm control skills are not what they should be. The result is that today’s LE just go with the weaker round (scientific data shows that today’s 9 isn’t nearly equal to the 40). Don’t get your shorts in a bunch; even with “advances” in bullet technology for 9, it isn’t equal to 40. And let’s be honest; it’s not like zero work was done to make 40 better than it was three decades ago. I shoot 40 and 45 every bit as well as 9. It’s about putting in the time and just a little work.
Question anybody know where i can purchase this gun i have been searching but cant find it
Change the trigger to an Apex curved/duty trigger trussssssst me it will be the best trigger you have I'm speaking from experience
That’s what someone else said! Sounds like a plan. I appreciate it! Respect
@@spnfirearms No problem here's what the reset looks like on mine yes it's 9mm th-cam.com/users/shortswvNyzF-moNk?feature=share
I think it's time you get into Caniks!
Working on it!
@@spnfirearms
Have you decided on which one yet? My guess is between the SC or the MC9 since I know you're a fan of the compact and micros more than the full sizes!
What are the specs on this gun?
The 9 just can not match the 40. You can’t change physics. More energy and a bigger whole.
Has anyone upgraded the trigger on this piece?
It's no CZ p10 lol 😮
Well obviously… it’s a smith and Wesson lmao. And a .40.
Yappin
I never cared for the grips on the M&P, or thier henge trigger.
It’s different but I like the ergos on this. The trigger just takes getting used too!
the best firearm you have is the 1 you can put on target .....
Found it in a gun shop.300,00 out the door. Steal