Well, I'm finally an SD9VE owner!

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Well, it finally happened today; I became the owner of a New SD9VE! :D

I have been watching/reading reviews, here and elsewhere, but had to wait till after vacation until I could "pull the trigger" so to speak :) So today, I stopped by a local shop, but no luck. Made a call to another shop about an hour away. Not only did they have SD9VE, they also had the SD40VE in stock and ON SALE! Oh yeah baby, more than a dozen of each in stock and on sale-$299 your choice :D

Still trying to recover from vacation, so it will be a few days till I can get out and shoot it. Will have to find a nice holster; any suggestions? :rolleyes:
 
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If you're looking for a basic, useable holster that's not leather, I like my ProTech Intimidator WSB7 for my SD9. Yes, I'm cheap, it was only 17.99 with shipping from Elite Holster Store, but it has held up well in the short time I've had it. I hope you like your new SD9VE as much as I like mine. I carry it every day at home especially now since my next door neighbor took pictures of a black bear in his front yard yesterday. I know, a bear vs. a 9 mm, but only until I get to the shotgun.
 
Congrats on the new pistol! I have the SD40-VE and love it. I don't care what gun snobs say. This pistol is great. It fits my hand perfectly, it operates reliably, and it still shoots better than I can. I've never been one to have to join the whatever brand of the day club. I checked out quite a few different pistols before getting my SD40-VE. Some I had my eye on for a while before hitting the shops. But as soon as I had them in my hand, I handed them right back. As nice a pistol as they were, they just didn't feel right in my hand.

L8R,
Matt
 
Been doing some searching for holsters. When I bought the gun yesterday, I tried several different holsters they had in stock-none of which were specifically for the SD pistols. Tried using holsters for M&P and Glock 17 but none of them fit. Searching the web, most show the M&P but also say SD9 & 40.

Specifically looking at a DeSantis Speed Scabbard (002BA27Z0) and Uncle Mike's Tactical Kydex Open Top Hip Holster (5417-1). Both of these holsters are listed for the M&P/SD series. Any help appreciated; if you have tried/used either of these holsters.
 
UPDATE: Holster purchase and first rounds fired...

Well, a couple things have happened this week.

1) I purchased a used/like new Blackhawk Serpa holster from a LGS. Tried a few new holsters (Fobus, Leather Belt Slide) and didn't like either. On my way out, I noticed a couple shelves with used holsters. In the back was the used Blackhawk. Took it to the counter and slid the store's SD9VE into it and it fit like a glove! $20 out the door and I've been amazed all week at how slick this holster works with the SD9VE! This was the ONLY holster I wanted to avoid because of the finger release; but now that I've had a few days to familiarize myself with it, I really like it! :D

This evening, I had the chance to put 100 rounds through the SD9VE. A box of Federal M855 Ball and a box of REM-UMC green & white box. Both 115 gr. FMJ. NOT A HICCUP TO BE HAD! :) The gun ran flawlessly! Cleaned & lubed the gun as per manual's instructions. A buddy of mine lives out in the county and has a small firing range at the back of his property. So, since he broke his right hand 4 weeks ago and is bored to tears; he was more than happy to catch my brass while I tried out the new pistol.

The Federal Ball shot a little low and left; part of that was me getting used to the sights/trigger pull. But was acceptable and gave me a chance to get a feel for the gun.

The REM-UMC didn't have the same report/oomph as the Ball ammo, but grouped considerably better and more centered on the target. I only shot at 7 &10 yards off hand, but cleaned the center out of the reduced B-27 target! Very pleased, indeed :)

Looking forward to shooting this new gun more, and really getting a feel for what it can do. Will it replace my 1911/45 as my EDC? Not in the near future. But it may have it's turn in rotation after more testing/firing/proving itself, and me becoming more familiar/comfortable with it. :rolleyes:

As a side note, I have no issues at all with the trigger pull on this gun. Being a "wheel gunner" all my life, I'm used to the double action triggers on S&W revolvers. If the trigger smooth's out as I continue to shoot it; it will be even more of a pleasure to shoot! :D
 
Exactly! All you hear is people yakking about how bad the trigger is. C'mon, man! It's not a tuned 1911A1 race gun! It's a civilian targeted, quality defense pistol. The heavier trigger pull is there to keep any A.D's to an absolute minimum. Growing up shooting more revolvers than semi-autos has it being a non-issue with me too.

L8R,
Matt
 
Now that I have gotten a taste of what the SD series can do, I have questions for those who own/shoot the SD40VE.

The LGS where I bought my SD9VE also has the SD40VE on sale for the same price ($299). I am a reloader/handloader and I know a lot of the 40 cal. guns bulge the brass upon firing. I wouldn't trust myself or my gun to a piece of brass that had been bulged and then reloaded. Does the SD40VE have this issue? Or does it depend on the individual gun? If I knew the SD40VE wouldn't bulge the brass, I would go right now and buy one!

Would appreciate input from all that shoot the SD40VE; and especially those who reload for it.
 
My SD40VE does bulge the casings but not excessive. I don't reload and it's not enough to concern me.

Bill
 
MyDads38 said:
Now that I have gotten a taste of what the SD series can do, I have questions for those who own/shoot the SD40VE.

The LGS where I bought my SD9VE also has the SD40VE on sale for the same price ($299). I am a reloader/handloader and I know a lot of the 40 cal. guns bulge the brass upon firing. I wouldn't trust myself or my gun to a piece of brass that had been bulged and then reloaded. Does the SD40VE have this issue? Or does it depend on the individual gun? If I knew the SD40VE wouldn't bulge the brass, I would go right now and buy one!

Would appreciate input from all that shoot the SD40VE; and especially those who reload for it.
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Do you have a range near you where you can rent one? That might be a good way to check one out. Or, buy one for $299 and shoot it a bunch. If you don't like it, you can probably sell it for $199, and you will have basically rented it for awhile for $100.
 
ditto1958 said:
Do you have a range near you where you can rent one? That might be a good way to check one out. Or, buy one for $299 and shoot it a bunch. If you don't like it, you can probably sell it for $199, and you will have basically rented it for awhile for $100.
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No ranges locally that rent guns :( Went to a gun show yesterday and was able to trade all the 40 cal. brass I had accumulated for a box of 500 125 gr. 9mm hard cast bullets from a manufacturer I've bought from before. So for now, I'll put a 40 cal. on the back burner. Sure wish they would offer an SD45VE, I'd be all over that! :D
 
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ditto1958 said:
Or, buy one for $299 and shoot it a bunch. If you don't like it, you can probably sell it for $199, and you will have basically rented it for awhile for $100.
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There are a number of local groups in my area on Facebook where members of the group sell "man" things, including guns and ammo. I've seen used SDVE pistols sell for $300. Sometimes it's hard to find new ones in gun shops, since they sell as fast as they get them in stock.
 
MyDads38 said:
Sure wish they would offer an SD45VE, I'd be all over that! :D
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I called S&W and told them I expected one to be made...they said they'd get right on it. :p

I second, or third, or whatever the nomination...that is a gun I'd really like to have.
 
GKC said:
There are a number of local groups in my area on Facebook where members of the group sell "man" things, including guns and ammo. I've seen used SDVE pistols sell for $300. Sometimes it's hard to find new ones in gun shops, since they sell as fast as they get them in stock.
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I know some guys who follow that kind of thing on FB, one has made some amazing buys on guns! :eek:

The LGS I bought my SD9VE from had 12-15 of each caliber in stock & on sale, at $299 for either, it's the best deal going. Went to a gun show yesterday and lowest price was $339.
I was also lucky enough that they allowed me to check a few out/examine/dry fire before I made my decision. :D
 
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