The beauty of the M&P/M10 is that it is simply a functional, no frills revolver that works. The factory invented a winner with the Military & Police, and the production volume over the years proves that the format worked - as several million were made.
From an enthusiast standpoint, there's something in the M&P/M10 line for virtually anyone, short barrels, long barrels, finish, SB/RB, and for a collector there are enough unique models made for special order that you can spend years searching for the one off versions and nuggets show up with some diligence.
The other aspect is that the volume made impacts the price range, these guns are still bargains compared to other models. And - since it's predominately made in the 38 Special model, a cartridge that gets the job done if you do your part, the ability to shoot for little $$ - even in todays ammo scarcity environment - allows for enjoyment in shooting, as that is what these guns were made for.
Here's a few photos to show what one can do if hell-bent on going overboard on an accumulation project........
Here's the M&P/M10 family:
Selected photos of various groupings:
2" guns:
Selected 3" Models:
5" guns:
6" guns with a couple M&P Targets included:
Three early post-war "C" examples, a favorite vintage:
Some interesting, scarce examples:
2.5" MSP Gun:
Early teens, NIB nickel 4" gun:
Clean pre-War 4" Blue gun - NIB:
Early post-war "SV" gun:
Round butt M10-5 4" gun:
M10-6 NYSP gun chambered in 357 Mag:
M10-13 - Model of 1899 Commemorative - 1 of 34:
M10-10 Brazil over-run gun with full underlug barrel:
M10 - pre-Heritage RB:
M10 - pre-Heritage SB:
The good news with the M&P/M10 is that most folks discount them as "just 38 Specials", and even with limited/scarce versions one can find these guns in good condition at relatively bargain prices.
Don't ignore the M10, it's a winner.....!!
Enjoy