And the winner is... M&P9c! But now, a couple more questions...

[richard13]

Hey guys.

I went to the range this weekend and checked out the M&P40c, Glock 26 & Glock 19 (they didn't have a 9c although I have fired it a few times before and the 40 is close enough). Anyway, I was already leaning toward the M&P and what pushed me over is that I find the Glock trigger pull to be a bit long.

Ok, so now I'm wondering if I should get my 9c with a thumb safety or not. If I understand correctly I can't add it later but I can have it removed if I want. Would this leave holes/marks in my gun or otherwise look funny? Or would it look like a gun that had no thumb safety in the first place?

My limited experience with other Striker Fired guns is that none of them had thumb safeties. Would having one cause me to "get confused"? That's probably not coming out right but you probably know what I mean.

Also, I see that the local stores here are pretty close to MSRP. Is that typical or should I expect a deal?

Thanks!

[Armed Babysitter]

I would skip the manual safety, but its just personal preference. As far as pricing goes, I get them for $400 with the S&W discount and I have no idea of what they go for off the shelf.

[richard13]

S&W discount eh? You work for them?

MSRP is $569 for SKU 209304. The gun shop I went to on Sunday advertises $549.99.

[sheepdawg09]

I picked up a 9c a few weeks ago for $490 with a 12 shot magazine and a 17 shot magazine. This was at a local GS.

[TxM&P9]

$499 at academy

[Dohmein]

499 in Florida about 4 months ago

[ronnie gore]

s&w offers some polymer plugs to fill it the safety holes, i have one with the safety removed and plugs put in can't hardly see them.

[Delna]

Just picked up an M&P 9c last night for $509. Seems to be about the going price here in West Central FL.

[DustyDawg48]

The manual safety yea or nay is up to you; I have 4 M&Ps and 3 have the thumb safety and one does not. I started shooting 1911's and moved to Glocks and would still unconsciously sweep my thumb down during the grip to flick it 'off'. I still do that when I shoot my M&P9 Pro since it doesn't have the TS but my 3 others do. It's just a matter of practicing with it and making it part of the draw and presentation of the gun when shooting. The thumb safety is probably more of a thumb rest when it's all said and done but I do like the added safe value of having it.

As far as price...well, what is it worth to you? I traded for mine and maybe I gave more than what I should but I knew how much I liked the gun and how much I wanted the gun...so I paid just the right amount to walk out the door with it.

[1sailor]

Buds has 'em with the thumb safety but without the mag safety or internal lock for $452 delivered.

[handlebar]

Picked mine up at Jet Guns on the internet for $439 shipped, about 6 months ago.

[Flyboyrv6]

I got a 9c last week in Raleigh for $489. 12 and 17 shot magazines.

[mittenzon]

Jet Guns (online) has 'em listed at $460. Free shipping

[Nframe]

Got my 9c today at PSA for $469. It has a better trigger than my fullsize MP45 or fullsize 9.

I put 50 flawless rounds down range and can't wait to do more!

[richard13]

Thanks for all your replies.

I went to Jet Guns website to check it out and they do have some awesome prices! But I don't really quite understand how I can order from them. It looks like I'd have to go to a local gun shop and have them order it for me? How would that work? Oh please, order this gun for me that's $100 less than you'd like to charge me.

But seriously, could someone explain that?

[richard13]

Ok, so I checked this out and it's a total scam! Well, at least where I am. Sure, the local dealers will do an FFL transfer for a fee. One that inflates the cost to basically what they are charging for the gun. I'd only save like $10-$12 overall. So yea, might as well get the gun locally.

[mittenzon]

Quote: "Got my 9c today at PSA for $469."

PSA?

Prostate-specific antigen?
Public Service Announcement?

[DustyDawg48]

There may actually be a guy or two in your area that just does transfers. I buy from Bud's Gun Shop online and they have a listing of FFLs that they ship to, one might be in you area and they tend to only charge $20 or so for the paperwork...might be worth checking into.

At any rate, the 9c is a phenomenal gun and worth every penny! Be sure to let us know what you end up with and give us a pic or two when you get her home!

[Fat B]

I don't know where you're at but getting a gun shipped and buying right from the store is sometimes a big difference and sometimes not. It usually ends up saving $20-$30 plus tax which, at 5.5%, adds up.

If the difference is not that great, I pay the extra money. There is something to be said about holding the actual gun in your hands before buying it. And I like supporting local businesses.

[clarkstoncz]

Both the 9C and 357 SIG Compact are great guns.


Equally as reliable/durable as any CZ or Glock in my eyes.

I'm giddy as a schoolgirl to pick up my SHIELD on Friday..

I might try out and buy the M&P 357 FS and 45C or FS by the World Series.

Even though I still love my CZs, the M&P addiction set upon me
some time ago.

Have fun with that new 9mm!

[Titan]

Originally Posted by mittenzon

Quote: "Got my 9c today at PSA for $469."

PSA?

Prostate-specific antigen?
Public Service Announcement?

My guess...Palmetto State Armory.

[Armed Babysitter]

Originally Posted by richard13

S&W discount eh? You work for them?

MSRP is $569 for SKU 209304. The gun shop I went to on Sunday advertises $549.99.

No, through their First Responder program or whatever it's called. Glock offers the same kind of deal.

[Nframe]

Originally Posted by mittenzon

Quote: "Got my 9c today at PSA for $469."

PSA?

Prostate-specific antigen?
Public Service Announcement?

Yeah, the first one....


palmettostatearmory.com

they are local to me and advertize quite a bit but not on here I see. Cater more to the black rifle and semi- auto crowd, not much in revolvers.

[DAVEMPISTOL]

I like simple when it comes to a defensive firearm. Pull, point, and shoot. KISS. When things go South I don't want lots of bells and whistles.

[baccusboy]

Originally Posted by richard13

Ok, so I checked this out and it's a total scam! Well, at least where I am. Sure, the local dealers will do an FFL transfer for a fee. One that inflates the cost to basically what they are charging for the gun. I'd only save like $10-$12 overall. So yea, might as well get the gun locally.

You can often save A LOT of money buying online, then paying an FFL fee. For one, you avoid tax in many states. That alone saves me more.

I search guns on Slickguns | Best deals on guns and ammo posted by users and then jump on good deals. They had Shield 9mm's on there for $369 a while back. They're gone now.

[handlebar]

Bought my 9c aout 6months ago before the increase. Paid my LGS $20 for transfer and no tax. it arrived in two days for me to pick up.

Order with you CC and they ship to an FFL on file. It is that simple.

I did not buy from Buds b/c at the time they were $360 shipped.

[richard13]

Clarification regarding FFL in my area...

The two LGS that I knew of at the time were charging $75 and $90 respectively for the FFL. It occurs to me that they know their prices are high and want to keep people from getting a better deal somewhere else so they, in essence, create their own little tariff. IMHO, FFL fees should have a cap to avoid this kind of nonsense.

Also, I live in Washington State. We don't have an income tax but our sales tax is one of the highest in the nation. So ordering online would be a natural. However, they collect sales tax on certain items (i.e. Autos, Guns) regardless of where you purchased them. Again, no good for me.

On the bright side I have found at least one LGS that has some better prices on their web site and charge $40 for FFL so I'll be checking them out later this week.

[Will41]

Originally Posted by richard13

Clarification regarding FFL in my area... The two LGS that I knew of at the time were charging $75 and $90 respectively for the FFL.

The highest in my city is around $50. The last time I did a transfer it was $30, and I was a little disappointed because that LGS raised their fee from $20.

I think I will stick with the LGS that charges $30 since they are also very nice to deal with.

There is another place that is even cheaper but the employees are rude.