9 vs. 40

[MP1SG]

If you are going to gather facts at least be objective. 1000 rounds of 165 grain .40 cal are $247.95. 1000 rounds of 9mm Lawman are $197.95. That is a $50.00 difference, $50.00 per thousand is not minimal if you are serious about training and shooting a lot.

Roger That, I mean if YOU need 1,000 rounds to train then have at it. Personally (and professionally) I do not need 1,000 rounds. Like Turbo38gn said $50 bucks isnt a heck of alot of cash. Hell i just filled my gas tank for $51.00 bucks.
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[flkinganuthin]

I beg to Differ Sir, The original post from USMCDEVILDOGG advised that he was "torn between the 9 and 40" and was asking for comment/concerns for either weapon. You answered a question from Lanxandreads regarging dropping a 9mm into a 40 slide. Actually you offered NO comments/concerns regarding his question Nice try though

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Jesus Mary and Joseph, The guy is simply asking some info on a carry weapon and you insist on busting everone elses balls!

You are right, I did not actually express an opinion, and truth be told I have absolutely no concern on which he actually buys. Simply a link to a site that offers an OPTION of having both! ..but it is in fact a comment, thats what posts are in a forum.. comments.. just like this one.
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[MP1SG]

Jesus Mary and Joseph, The guy is simply asking some info on a carry weapon and you insist on busting everone elses balls!

You are right, I did not actually express an opinion, and truth be told I have absolutely no concern on which he actually buys. Simply a link to a site that offers an OPTION of having both! ..but it is in fact a comment, thats what posts are in a forum.. comments.. just like this one.
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No Ball busting here brother. Its obvious the original post is looking for some info on Guns. Right? maybe, Just maybe he is not as expierenced as the others on this forum. That is WHY he is asking questions and looking for answers, and as fellow forum members I think its out obligation to offer our insight (and expierence) and to ANSWER his question. Not to offer him another Forum to go to. He choose this forum for answers. Ya, maybe you dont care what he buys or as you put it "I have absolutley no concern" on which he actually buys. Well I do have a concern, I would like to think I am offering some info when asked a question that is helpful and useful. Maybe we are here to giude others that are not a knowledgeable as we are, Ya, I think thats why people ask questions. I dont know a heck of alot about football,But my Brother does so when I have a question I ask him. And ya Know what, (this is crazy) he gives me an ANSWER or EXPLAIN's what i need to know. He DOES NOT send me somewhere else or DOES NOT tell me to ask someone else.
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"carry on"

 

[EXERCISINGTHE2ND]

If you are going to gather facts at least be objective. 1000 rounds of 165 grain .40 cal are $247.95. 1000 rounds of 9mm Lawman are $197.95. That is a $50.00 difference, $50.00 per thousand is not minimal if you are serious about training and shooting a lot.

Second that,if $ is an issue, then you need to get a better job, find a cheaper hobby, get the wife a second job, stop going to the bar so much, and/or man-up.

Seriously, with money is the logic, go buy a pellet gun or a Hi-Point.

Now, back to a real discussion of of pros and cons.

 

[lanxandreads]

I've always wanted to try a Hi-point just to see out of curiosity if they are really that bad. People said similar things about the Sigma, but it's actually one of my favorite guns to shoot.

This has nothing to do with the subject of this thread and away I go!

 

[OKFC05]

I've always wanted to try a Hi-point just to see out of curiosity if they are really that bad

I used to say that there was one Hi Point that actually stood up to shooting our IDPA club matches, but a thumb-sized chunk broke out of his slide last Nov, so I guess not too sturdy in the long haul..........

 

[Ruger Nut]

We haven't heard from USMCDevilDogg since this post started.I wonder if he has made his mind up on which to buy?

After reading some of these responses,they make me want to go out and buy a Red Ryder bb gun.

 

[USMCDevilDogg]

Thanx for all the responses. After reading all the post will helpful advice I've been looking for a 40 because you change change out the barrel to a 9mm. I think I read that correct. Money isn't an issue because I'm a firm believer- you get what you pay for. I want to purchase a pistol that I know I'll be happy with and wont regret. With that said, Thanx again for everyone who gave me useful advice.

 

[turbo38gn]

Thanx for all the responses. After reading all the post will helpful advice I've been looking for a 40 because you change change out the barrel to a 9mm. I think I read that correct. Money isn't an issue because I'm a firm believer- you get what you pay for. I want to purchase a pistol that I know I'll be happy with and wont regret. With that said, Thanx again for everyone who gave me useful advice.

Peace out Brother, and happy and safe shooting..

 

[Ruger Nut]

Thanx for all the responses. After reading all the post will helpful advice I've been looking for a 40 because you change change out the barrel to a 9mm. I think I read that correct. Money isn't an issue because I'm a firm believer- you get what you pay for. I want to purchase a pistol that I know I'll be happy with and wont regret. With that said, Thanx again for everyone who gave me useful advice.

Did you ever go out and try both to see how they feel? That is a good idea,to buy the .40 and the drop in 9mm barrel.

Now,if i could only find a Red Ryder with a laser on it........

 

[MP1SG]

Thanx for all the responses. After reading all the post will helpful advice I've been looking for a 40 because you change change out the barrel to a 9mm. I think I read that correct. Money isn't an issue because I'm a firm believer- you get what you pay for. I want to purchase a pistol that I know I'll be happy with and wont regret. With that said, Thanx again for everyone who gave me useful advice.

Glad we could help
Stay well
MP1SG

 

[Ruger Nut]

Thanx for all the responses. After reading all the post will helpful advice I've been looking for a 40 because you change change out the barrel to a 9mm. I think I read that correct. Money isn't an issue because I'm a firm believer- you get what you pay for. I want to purchase a pistol that I know I'll be happy with and wont regret. With that said, Thanx again for everyone who gave me useful advice.

Make sure to take plenty of pics.We get all hot and bothered around here when we see new gun porn! ~

 

[GeorgeP]

LOL... I always read these ammo threads because I enjoy the opinions. Then I take stock of what I have... I have 9mm guns in the house (along with a double 20 gauge). I have 380 guns in my cars. I don't leave home without my P32 in my hip pocket. In all three cases I have complete confidence in my guns, my ammo and my shooting skills to defend myself and family. For fun shooting I have several 22lr target pistols...now there's truly cheap ammo.

I guess my "opinion" on the topic is, the gun is only as good as the ammo it's shooting and skill of the shooter.

 

[flkinganuthin]

No Ball busting here brother. Its obvious the original post is looking for some info on Guns. Right? maybe, Just maybe he is not as expierenced as the others on this forum. That is WHY he is asking questions and looking for answers, and as fellow forum members I think its out obligation to offer our insight (and expierence) and to ANSWER his question. Not to offer him another Forum to go to. He choose this forum for answers. Ya, maybe you dont care what he buys or as you put it "I have absolutley no concern" on which he actually buys. Well I do have a concern, I would like to think I am offering some info when asked a question that is helpful and useful. Maybe we are here to giude others that are not a knowledgeable as we are, Ya, I think thats why people ask questions. I dont know a heck of alot about football,But my Brother does so when I have a question I ask him. And ya Know what, (this is crazy) he gives me an ANSWER or EXPLAIN's what i need to know. He DOES NOT send me somewhere else or DOES NOT tell me to ask someone else.
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1SG
"carry on"

well, it turns out he is going with the 40 and getting the 9mm conversion barrel.. and guess what?! There's already a post in the thread he started to a very informative link of a company that makes the barrel and how it works! Hmm.. who put that link there.
Glad I was a great help!

 

[Houdini1953]

Well although I own (4) 9 millimeters (2) Smith and Wesson's a M&P9 and a Model 59 a Keltec PF9 and a Glock 26 I have ordered a M&P 40 from my local gun store and it should be in by Wednesday so I will now have two M&P's and one other Smith & Wesson.

I shoot my S&W's much better and today I shot my Model 59 for the first time in over a year and even though the shots were not the best they are above average and grouped quite well (it has almost a hair trigger)!

 

[Lost Lake]

well, it turns out he is going with the 40 and getting the 9mm conversion barrel.. and guess what?! There's already a post in the thread he started to a very informative link of a company that makes the barrel and how it works! Hmm.. who put that link there.
Glad I was a great help!

S&W makes the barrel. A stock S&W 9mm fits just as well (some say BETTER ) than any aftermarket conversion barrel. S&W makes tens of thousands of 9mm barrels every year, you know they will be cheaper than a company that makes a couple hundred.

There's some great threads here where guys swap stock M&P 9mm barrels into their .40's and document the results. One thread shows micrometer readings of all critical measurements.

I have asked several times for anyone that has ever had a problem with an M&P 9mm barrel in a .40 and so far I haven't heard of a problem. There are several threads about Storm conversion barrel problems though. For $60 - $65 I'd go with the stock S&W barrel.

 

[Deadeye Dick]

Thanx for all the responses. After reading all the post will helpful advice I've been looking for a 40 because you change change out the barrel to a 9mm. I think I read that correct. Money isn't an issue because I'm a firm believer- you get what you pay for. I want to purchase a pistol that I know I'll be happy with and wont regret. With that said, Thanx again for everyone who gave me useful advice.

Good choice! I bought my M&P in .40cal. also and for two reasons. 1) Because I already had a 9mm. 2) Back just before the last Presidential election when there was a huge run on guns and ammo and most defense caliber ammo was hard to find anywhere, my local Wally-World had plenty of .40S&W in several varieties on the shelves.

I don't think you will have any regrets, I don't. Go and enjoy your new .40. Have fun and be safe.

 

[MP1SG]

well, it turns out he is going with the 40 and getting the 9mm conversion barrel.. and guess what?! There's already a post in the thread he started to a very informative link of a company that makes the barrel and how it works! Hmm.. who put that link there.
Glad I was a great help!

See, was that so difficult? you helped him out.