Hi jrod,
First off welcome to the forum!! I just picked up my first M&P last month, this after years of 3rd generation guns...which are still in the safe!! I was pleasantly surprise with the 40 compact, it seems to be a solid little pistol. After the first range session I realized that this pistol has the heritage of S&W pistols and revolvers that I've become accustom to over the years.

I've never been a fan of the Glocks, however their track records certainly speaks for itself. They have just never fit my hand well. I think you will like the M&P as I do, it doesn't replace my favorite 3rd generation guns as far as favorites but it will be equally as reliable I'm sure.

Ejoy the new pistol once you get her!

Cheers,
Sam

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