Thread: 3.6" why?
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Old 05-26-2018, 04:49 PM
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I just bought the 4.0" 2.0 9mm Compact, and actually I'm glad I did. I thought at first I'd rather have the 3.6" model, but since I couldn't find one, I bought the 4.0, which turns out is an excellent fit and very comfortable (balance and grip) in my hand. 0.4" isn't much difference, and I definitely want the 15 round capacity (which both have, though.)

I like Commander length 1911s (4.25" barrel with full size grip) because they balance better for me. The 0.75" difference between the Commander and full size isn't that much, but it feels better to me. Same thing with the compact versus the 4.25" and 4.5" M&Ps. A lot of it is personal preference, and kudos to S&W for trying to accommodate everyone's preferences.
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