Damn...first person ever that I heard complain about the texture of the grip on the new M&P 2.0. I guess you could just hit it with some sand paper to tame it down, so no biggie. However for the rest of us the increased aggressiveness is a plus, and saves us bucks on having to get it stippled or buying talon grips. I actually think they did a great job with the new texture.
@@perplexingperceptions8888 m&p fits the hand better and has better sights and more robust internals,there should be tons selling for peanuts as most every agency moving to nine,but lots of people buying,I know police like both the m&p and 22...
@@perplexingperceptions8888 I have a few 40s and would recommend a 226 or 229,before covid there were alot of great deals on used sigs,stay away from DAK Sigs.
@@paulscountry456 I'd love a Sig Sauer P226 40s&w but those run for just over $1,100 where I'm from in northern CA double the price of the Glock22 & M&P40.
@@perplexingperceptions8888 I have a video on various good defence rounds for the 40 and 357 sig,sub me as I will do more vids on the 40,as I consider it the best overall defence ,law enforcement cartridge available......
It's good to have a pistol chambered in .40 S&W right now, because it's easier to find, and cheaper than 9mm or .45 during the current state of affairs.
The .40 isn't a bad round by any means. Especially out of a full sized pistol. It's just more expensive to shoot than 9mm, but I'm okay with that. The M&P is a pretty damn good gun, regardless of the caliber. I wanted one as my first pistol, and I could've bought one from a coworker who was selling his for $300 after firing only one box of ammo through it. The thing was brand new. But I thought about it too long, and someone else was smart enough to snag up a good deal when they saw it.
I have pistols chambered in 9mm and .40 S&W. Right now .40 is easier to find, and cheaper to buy than 9mm. Everybody is buying up the 9mm, and not so much the .40. This is a reason why it's a good idea to have pistols chambered in several different calibers.
I'm glad they put a rough texture on a grip of the smitten Weston M&P 40 caliber .02 if you look at the New Gen 5 Glock they put these little silly dots on the grips they really don't do nothing for your hand the gun could slip out very easily especially when you're shooting it I hear complaints police do not like the Gen 5S they go for the Gen 3 or 4 this gun is just excellent the way it comes out of the box I wouldn't fool around with her to do anything except get good night sights for it and a couple extra magazines it's one of the best sellers out there I give it five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐💯🇺🇸👍
The 2.0's are solid. I like the .40. The grip can be mitigated by a talon grip if you do not like the factory style. IMO add an Apex trigger to these (which I do) and the 2.0 is one of the top pistols offered by any maufacture.
I don’t have a problem with the grip. I think it’s an absolutely perfect gun!!! Anyone who does can use take some 1500 grit sandpaper or a sanding block for plaster lightly to the grip and it will dull all the sharp edges.
If the texture balls you on the M&P 40 you could get light sandpaper take the slide off and gently just rub it down a little bit you'll get the rough edge off on it a lot of police officers do this only the ones that don't like the heavy texture on it I personally like it I shot this gun at a shooting range it does not slip out of your hand the Glock new generation four and five slip out of your hand it's not enough texture on it that's why most people put rubber grip on it everything with a Glock is extra money just ridiculous police departments are starting to get rid of them they just have too many problems with them great video 🇺🇸💯👍
Easy to wet sand that texture down a bit with some 400 wet-0r- dry paper. Put a drop or two of Dawn in your water for sanding, go slow, don't over do it. All that being said, I personally have never had a problem nor issue with grip texture. If you don't like the way it feels, use the other hand...... !
My biggest con was insufficient undercut underneath that trigger guard. I could feep my middle finger going numb within a minute of gripping that thing.
Sand the grip backstrap insert a little. Make sure to remove it first! Much more pleasant on your hand. I have the same gun. I put an Apex flat face polymer trigger in mine and it shoots 50 yards off a bench in a paper plate with 180 gr. HAPs.
Got mine in June and I will say IMHO, its better than my old Glock 23. I feel like its more Top heavy than the Glock slide and gives it a better recoil. Just me personally. Good review and great gun!
Love my SIG 40 ! Gave us one to carry for ohh - ohhh about 11years🤫 took me a minute. Sorry bout that. Till the end, 2002. Still have it . Never a jam , misfire , or anything else you can think of. By far “SIG SAUER’S “dependability has always been there for me. Thanks and Stay Safe...😎
I have a .40 Sig also and I think it out classes the S&W 10 to 1. 2000 rounds thru my Sig not 1 fte, ftl or misfire. The S&W has 3 every 100 rounds on average
I hated that texture also, I'm an auto tech with well calloused hands and although it doesn't hurt my hands I couldn't find a comfortable grip and I left more skin on it than my knee left on the road after falling off of my skateboard as a kid. I also don't like that there's no front grip on the slide.
Wear a tshirt tucked in and that handle won’t bother you ! I have the shield in 9mm and the 2.0 in 40 . And grip wise it is rough but in a sticky situation you’ll be thankful for them because it’s definitely not slippery and gives you the ability to keep a grip on it
I bought that gun for home protection with an added TruGlo green laser and light combo. I got the M&P 2.0 in a 40, 9, and the Shield 9mm. The grip caught me off guard too, but a little sanding just to knock those points off and it’s awesome. Doesn’t and didn’t both me when I cared IWB, but this isn’t my EDC.....I carried the 9 for a few months until I got myself the Shield. Grip wasn’t a deal breaker at all
UsedGunDude what I would suggest is to try it on a M&P 2.0 grip size you know your not going to use at all unless it’s a last resort........try and use that one for a sample. I learned that the hard way. Thank God though after shooting my .40 and 9mm I switched them to a bigger size so I was saved. So try sanding it lightly with some fine grade paper and give it a shot. 🤙
I carry one and IWB that texture really sucks against bare skin and it tears up undershirts. I think the texture was really designed for duty holsters. They usually have the gun away from the body at least 1" and also the grip is good for hands that are really sweaty or that have blood on them.
I really like the 2.0 grip texture. I guess my blue collar callused hands don't have an issue with it. As for IWB, doesn't anybody else wear undershirts? I feel naked without an undershirt.
I’m glad smith doesn’t cater towards the little soft and smooth handed men of the world lmao. That solid grip texture is one of the best parts of the m&p 2.0, and fortunately most people see it that way.
Really like the MP grips, but the trigger... Now thats a different story hehe! Never really understood the whole debate about calibers for carry guns. One thing is if its cost prohibitive to shoot if you put a few thousand runds down range in a year, then go with what ever is most popular and cheaper. If you need it to save your life, well then go with what ever you shoot the best i'd say. Take care!
So true. I did have to order 40 JHP, 10% more than 9mm, not too bad now. I do think 40 will go up in price over the next decade if it keeps fading. UGD
I can remember not long ago when nobody would carry 9mm cause it was underpowered....40 was the flavor of the month ..fast forward to today ..9mm is god sent direct from god himself...funny how things are... .40 has great credentials... any technology the 9mm has the .40 has as well ..
Parrots and lemmings bro. Cramming 180grn. bullets in the 40sw case doesn't help.135grn. Underwood or Corbon is the key. More energy and less "snappy" than 150 or 165 grainers. All the "cross sectional density" parrots will squawk about lack of penetration; another myth. I was shooting bundles of wet newspaper 30 years ago before jello shots.
I recently got this one as my first firearm EVER and I feel like I went a bit over my head choosing 40 S&W. I find it kinda tough to shoot. But I was told to stick with it and if I can shoot it well, I can shoot a 9mm even better. I'm not sure. Any advice? Should I trade it in later for the 9mm version? Can I keep both?
I started carrying 9mm in the very early 70's, also a 1911 .45 acp. Perfect???? During the last two ammo and gun panics .40 cal. was the last ammo to dissapear! Do I like shooting .40 cal. Nope. But, they pop-up with on-going LEO trade-ins, AND ammo can/could still be found, so is it the wrong cal? Best to ya',,,,as always!
She's an odd duck. Into Rockabilly, Comics, & Goth, so go figure. She wears a Black diner dress with Chuck Taylor Cons with blood splatter. I grew up normal, she grew up in Seattle, 90s no less. UGD
Huh? you don't like the grip? The grip is one of the best features on the 2.0 So much so that other companies began copying it. Geez. Just wear some gloves man. Problem solved.
Yeah, wrong calibre for little girls. Get some Underwood 40sw 135grn. You will get 357mag. Power with 9mm. muzzle flip. This ammo is $19.00 for a box of 20. Stay away from the middle weight (150,155,and 165 grain) loads; this is where the "snappy" reputation comes from. I know....weird that 135 or 180,200 grain are the sweet spot for this chambering. Get yourself some Talon rubber grip overlays. Sorry girls, 9mm. is far from superior.
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40cal. Is a good round I love it
Damn...first person ever that I heard complain about the texture of the grip on the new M&P 2.0. I guess you could just hit it with some sand paper to tame it down, so no biggie. However for the rest of us the increased aggressiveness is a plus, and saves us bucks on having to get it stippled or buying talon grips.
I actually think they did a great job with the new texture.
Mine came with 4 diff sets of grips
@@markcitarella454 yeah...don't they all, the once with replaceable back straps anyway.
It’s nice to shoot but not to conceal carry my 2.0 eats me alive I had to put my fpc grips on there not as aggressive
@@legallofirearms6924You know you could just lightly sand the grips down, so they're not as abrasive...
40 is a beast round , maybe the best overall duty or defense cartridge for experienced operators.
I want something chambered for 40s&w, but I can't decide between Glock22 & the S&W M&P m2.0 4.25" barrel.
@@perplexingperceptions8888 m&p fits the hand better and has better sights and more robust internals,there should be tons selling for peanuts as most every agency moving to nine,but lots of people buying,I know police like both the m&p and 22...
@@perplexingperceptions8888 I have a few 40s and would recommend a 226 or 229,before covid there were alot of great deals on used sigs,stay away from DAK Sigs.
@@paulscountry456
I'd love a Sig Sauer P226 40s&w but those run for just over $1,100 where I'm from in northern CA double the price of the Glock22 & M&P40.
@@perplexingperceptions8888 I have a video on various good defence rounds for the 40 and 357 sig,sub me as I will do more vids on the 40,as I consider it the best overall defence ,law enforcement cartridge available......
If .40 is wrong I dont wanna be right!
It's good to have a pistol chambered in .40 S&W right now, because it's easier to find, and cheaper than 9mm or .45 during the current state of affairs.
I am considering a .40 for that reason myself.
That's why I want something chambered in .40 cal.
Current state of affairs that has an aged well has it
@@jamesharris184 aged just fine...as it still applies.
You need a podcast man! You have a great radio voice and delivery
Thanks Ghost, I do like to talk. Two wives will attest to that. UGD
The .40 isn't a bad round by any means. Especially out of a full sized pistol. It's just more expensive to shoot than 9mm, but I'm okay with that. The M&P is a pretty damn good gun, regardless of the caliber. I wanted one as my first pistol, and I could've bought one from a coworker who was selling his for $300 after firing only one box of ammo through it. The thing was brand new. But I thought about it too long, and someone else was smart enough to snag up a good deal when they saw it.
I have pistols chambered in 9mm and .40 S&W. Right now .40 is easier to find, and cheaper to buy than 9mm. Everybody is buying up the 9mm, and not so much the .40. This is a reason why it's a good idea to have pistols chambered in several different calibers.
@@hartsickdisciple roll your own,reload your own
I love my m&p, love the grip...
Love this pistol, I wear a beater every day so the grip on skin isn’t an issue
Love 40 excellant thanks
More I shoot 40, the more I dig it. UGD
I'm glad they put a rough texture on a grip of the smitten Weston M&P 40 caliber .02 if you look at the New Gen 5 Glock they put these little silly dots on the grips they really don't do nothing for your hand the gun could slip out very easily especially when you're shooting it I hear complaints police do not like the Gen 5S they go for the Gen 3 or 4 this gun is just excellent the way it comes out of the box I wouldn't fool around with her to do anything except get good night sights for it and a couple extra magazines it's one of the best sellers out there I give it five stars
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love the grip and carry iwb and aiwb. best round, have about 4 different .40s. great review!
The 2.0's are solid. I like the .40. The grip can be mitigated by a talon grip if you do not like the factory style. IMO add an Apex trigger to these (which I do) and the 2.0 is one of the top pistols offered by any maufacture.
I love the texture. I use the medium large grip and I absolutely love it.
I can verify IWB is pretty uncomfortable after a few hours. I sanded the grips down with 1000 grit sandpaper, it's much better now.
Good solution, Mrs. UGD hates Polymer guns for that reason alone. UGD
Love my 2.0 and I will take 40s all day long
The 40 is growing on me. Ordered a few hundred rounds of JHP to put the Smith SW99 through the paces. UGD
UsedGunDude I think you will like it, have fun
I don’t have a problem with the grip. I think it’s an absolutely perfect gun!!! Anyone who does can use take some 1500 grit sandpaper or a sanding block for plaster lightly to the grip and it will dull all the sharp edges.
I actually love the texture. My only complaint was the weird hinged trigger, but I swapped it out with an apex.
If the texture balls you on the M&P 40 you could get light sandpaper take the slide off and gently just rub it down a little bit you'll get the rough edge off on it a lot of police officers do this only the ones that don't like the heavy texture on it I personally like it I shot this gun at a shooting range it does not slip out of your hand the Glock new generation four and five slip out of your hand it's not enough texture on it that's why most people put rubber grip on it everything with a Glock is extra money just ridiculous police departments are starting to get rid of them they just have too many problems with them great video 🇺🇸💯👍
A little 80 grit sandpaper took care of that aggressive bite from the grip. Just sand to your pleasure.
I agree about the grips. I put some $20 Talon grips on mine and that fixed it. Made it look cool too! Bonus
I love the grip on these. I appendix carry and sometimes can be a little ouchie here and there but not bad.
Easy to wet sand that texture down a bit with some 400 wet-0r- dry paper. Put a drop or two of Dawn in your water for sanding, go slow, don't over do it. All that being said, I personally have never had a problem nor issue with grip texture. If you don't like the way it feels, use the other hand...... !
I’ll be going to buy mine here soon. Already own the shield 2.0. Can’t wait!
My biggest con was insufficient undercut underneath that trigger guard. I could feep my middle finger going numb within a minute of gripping that thing.
Have no issue with the grip while shooting or carrying IWB, get rubber wrap around or talon grips or keep shooting it, will smooth out over time.
Sand the grip backstrap insert a little. Make sure to remove it first! Much more pleasant on your hand. I have the same gun. I put an Apex flat face polymer trigger in mine and it shoots 50 yards off a bench in a paper plate with 180 gr. HAPs.
You are high!!! I love this texture. Jk, but seriously, love your review, you got a new subscriber
Got mine in June and I will say IMHO, its better than my old Glock 23. I feel like its more Top heavy than the Glock slide and gives it a better recoil. Just me personally. Good review and great gun!
Love my SIG 40 ! Gave us one to carry for ohh - ohhh about 11years🤫 took me a minute. Sorry bout that. Till the end, 2002. Still have it . Never a jam , misfire , or anything else you can think of. By far “SIG SAUER’S “dependability has always been there for me. Thanks and Stay Safe...😎
I have a .40 Sig also and I think it out classes the S&W 10 to 1. 2000 rounds thru my Sig not 1 fte, ftl or misfire. The S&W has 3 every 100 rounds on average
I hated that texture also, I'm an auto tech with well calloused hands and although it doesn't hurt my hands I couldn't find a comfortable grip and I left more skin on it than my knee left on the road after falling off of my skateboard as a kid. I also don't like that there's no front grip on the slide.
I have that exact same firearm, but the grip isn't that bad for a workin mans hands lmao. Love the video brother!
No working man here, girly hands. too soft for real texture. Thanks for the view, UGD
Have exact same gun I'm mechanic if I shoot once a week keeps calluses filed down LOVE IT
@@rickeymorrison1821 takes a while to get all of that skin out of the grip
Yea I had to put the grips from my new s&w FPC on mine to be able to carry it because the grip was eating my waist 😂
My favorite feature about this gun is the grip
Sand paper some of the texture down till it works for your big boy softy paws .
Wear a tshirt tucked in and that handle won’t bother you ! I have the shield in 9mm and the 2.0 in 40 . And grip wise it is rough but in a sticky situation you’ll be thankful for them because it’s definitely not slippery and gives you the ability to keep a grip on it
I bought that gun for home protection with an added TruGlo green laser and light combo. I got the M&P 2.0 in a 40, 9, and the Shield 9mm. The grip caught me off guard too, but a little sanding just to knock those points off and it’s awesome. Doesn’t and didn’t both me when I cared IWB, but this isn’t my EDC.....I carried the 9 for a few months until I got myself the Shield. Grip wasn’t a deal breaker at all
Good point, I do keep a fine collection of sandpaper on hand. UGD
UsedGunDude what I would suggest is to try it on a M&P 2.0 grip size you know your not going to use at all unless it’s a last resort........try and use that one for a sample. I learned that the hard way. Thank God though after shooting my .40 and 9mm I switched them to a bigger size so I was saved. So try sanding it lightly with some fine grade paper and give it a shot. 🤙
I carry one and IWB that texture really sucks against bare skin and it tears up undershirts. I think the texture was really designed for duty holsters. They usually have the gun away from the body at least 1" and also the grip is good for hands that are really sweaty or that have blood on them.
I like my Pachmyr rubber grips and .40 S&W. Glock 22 not very snappy but I am having is ported soon.
Grip sleeve and a trl light helps with the snapping.
I really like the 2.0 grip texture. I guess my blue collar callused hands don't have an issue with it. As for IWB, doesn't anybody else wear undershirts? I feel naked without an undershirt.
Here, Here. Need one everyday. Younger dudes not so much. UGD
I’m always trying to make my grips rougher!! Hopefully this will be good to go when I pick one up in a couple of days.
I’m glad smith doesn’t cater towards the little soft and smooth handed men of the world lmao.
That solid grip texture is one of the best parts of the m&p 2.0, and fortunately most people see it that way.
Really like the MP grips, but the trigger... Now thats a different story hehe! Never really understood the whole debate about calibers for carry guns. One thing is if its cost prohibitive to shoot if you put a few thousand runds down range in a year, then go with what ever is most popular and cheaper. If you need it to save your life, well then go with what ever you shoot the best i'd say. Take care!
So true. I did have to order 40 JHP, 10% more than 9mm, not too bad now. I do think 40 will go up in price over the next decade if it keeps fading. UGD
The texture is not aggressive enough :)
You can buy Talon grips. That might help. .40 has much more energy than a 9mm.
What is a good outside the waistband kydex holster for this pistol?
Tons out there, my favorite is the DeSantis Jackal. Hard to find but will show up on Ebay. UGD
I can remember not long ago when nobody would carry 9mm cause it was underpowered....40 was the flavor of the month ..fast forward to today ..9mm is god sent direct from god himself...funny how things are... .40 has great credentials... any technology the 9mm has the .40 has as well ..
Parrots and lemmings bro. Cramming 180grn. bullets in the 40sw case doesn't help.135grn. Underwood or Corbon is the key. More energy and less "snappy" than 150 or 165 grainers. All the "cross sectional density" parrots will squawk about lack of penetration; another myth. I was shooting bundles of wet newspaper 30 years ago before jello shots.
Our state patrol used to carry those.
Pro: It's great for a .40.
Con: It's a .40.
10mm for me.
love the 40
I love mine in 40. Kind of snappy but good. Also have a Springfield xd mod in 40 as well.
40 takes a few rounds then I was off and running. And its a thumper. UGD
@@usedgundude1035 you're right, it is a thumper!
Cops loves MP40 and I am too :)
Get A .22 Deringer. Girl. Hands (Love. ,My .40 M&P)
Nice goodness there....The .40 is snappy....Good stuff....
40 is but I handled it like a man, not as manly as Mrs. UGD
@@usedgundude1035 LOL...
Good video
Thanks Rose,UGD
I recently got this one as my first firearm EVER and I feel like I went a bit over my head choosing 40 S&W. I find it kinda tough to shoot. But I was told to stick with it and if I can shoot it well, I can shoot a 9mm even better. I'm not sure. Any advice?
Should I trade it in later for the 9mm version? Can I keep both?
Practice will help but you should be comfortable with it and hit what you're aiming at. If you keep both don't finance it. They cost enough already.
Keep shooting it , you can convert to 9mm or .357 sig with factory parts (barrel and magazines),
Dig that watch!
I started carrying 9mm in the very early 70's, also a 1911 .45 acp. Perfect???? During the last two ammo and gun panics .40 cal. was the last ammo to dissapear! Do I like shooting .40 cal. Nope. But, they pop-up with on-going LEO trade-ins, AND ammo can/could still be found, so is it the wrong cal?
Best to ya',,,,as always!
Love the watch band! :-)
Can we seriously speak to handgun accuracy shooting seven yards?
Not in my world.
Wrong caliber?
Wrong user
So what is up with the Mrs UGD rocking the Spartacus armband??
She's an odd duck. Into Rockabilly, Comics, & Goth, so go figure. She wears a Black diner dress with Chuck Taylor Cons with blood splatter. I grew up normal, she grew up in Seattle, 90s no less. UGD
Girl, Hands. ..I Got Man Hands.,
A little sand paper in 800 grit.
Isn’t it a 4.25 inch barrel big pimpin?
Mine was 4" on the button. UGD
Sand the grip down a bit and should work out well .
That is the way to go. UGD
Wear gloves!
Huh? you don't like the grip? The grip is one of the best features on the 2.0 So much so that other companies began copying it. Geez. Just wear some gloves man. Problem solved.
These are the same kind of guys who put a rubber pad on the bar when doing squats lmao.
Foamy pad please, UGD
I'd buy that for a dollar! Lol
Will you take a SUX 6000???
All you have to do is buy some rubber grip handles
True, but the idea is to convey the grips texture to those looking to buy a S&W. Thanks, UGD
Yeah, wrong calibre for little girls.
Get some Underwood 40sw 135grn. You will get 357mag. Power with 9mm. muzzle flip. This ammo is $19.00 for a box of 20. Stay away from the middle weight (150,155,and 165 grain) loads; this is where the "snappy" reputation comes from. I know....weird that 135 or 180,200 grain are the sweet spot for this chambering. Get yourself some Talon rubber grip overlays. Sorry girls, 9mm. is far from superior.
Father baptizes with the Holy Ghost through the Son ; on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost ; washed us from our sins in his own blood . John 10 30 Acts 11 16 Titus 3 6 ; Acts 10 45 ; Revelation 1 5 . Come to Calvarys Holy Mountain Church Hymn .
Nice fairytales
9mm and . 40> 45 acp by far
.40 Cal Kicks Ass !!