Carry Pistol

[The Viking]

What do you think of using a S&W M&P 5" Pro as your ccw pistol? It really is no bigger than a 1911 so size is not a real factor with the right holster.

 

[Bkreutz]

I think it depends on your body type and wardrobe . I carry a 9c and have a FS9 and a 9L Pro Core that I use in competition. My core meets the concealment requirements for IDPA but I think it would stick out the bottom of my vest if I actually did anything other than stand there with my arms outstretched. (the IDPA test for concealment) Of course you can conceal just about anything. I carried a Model 29 with an 8" barrel in a shoulder holster many years ago (hey, I was young and dumb ).

 

[robertrwalsh]

If you can conceal it properly, carry it for hours at a time as necessary and use it effectively there is no reason why you should not carry it. I used to carry a 5" government model, when I was younger and healthier.

 

[DanTana]

On a hot summer day, it might be a little bigger than you want to be able to conceal comfortably?

 

[Sinkhole30]

I don't see a problem in the right holster. I have an Old faithful Holster for my full size M&P45 (4.5" barrel) and my FNX-9. I have no problem carrying either one. I tend to carry the FNX-9 more as it's a little smaller and a little more comfortable when driving, but generally have no problems carrying my M&P. I'm not a big dude 5'8" 195lbs. I'm a little thick in the belly but that's it.

 

[ca survivor]

I'm carrying, now days, a M&P FS in .45, actually is carry in a IWB holster belonging to my Sig 220, 6'0" and 175 lb.

 

[jss4uva]

I CCed my Pro CORE 5" 9mm for about 3 months and just got tired of the extra bulk, but it can be done. I used a Comp-Tac Minotaur IWB for mine and it worked great. I recently purchased a Shield 9MM to CC and I am much more comfortable. I live in FL and wear shorts and a tee almost year round, so I have to worry a little about the concealment, but was able to do so with the Comp-Tac IWB.

 

[The Viking]

Anyone see any legal issues with doing this?

 

[MSG Glenn]

Anyone see any legal issues with doing this?

The only legal issue that I can see that's possible is printing in a state where it's illegal.

 

[RichardDBeck]

Keep in mind thickness makes a really big difference in carry comfort. A 1911 is much thinner then a full size M&P. Having said that, the right holster can make all the difference. My friend carries a Glock 19 inside the waste band with a Crossbread holster and he says that he forgets he has it on some times.

 

[AGoyette]

I would think that the weight would get to you.. Plus you would need to find the "sweet spot" for CC so it does not poke you.

 

[Motorsporting]

The actual size difference is minimal - tenths/fractions of inches in most dimensions. However, compared to my 1911, the M&P sure FEELS bigger.

 

[Old cop]

Even though I'm 6' 2" & 200 lbs. I'm in my late 60's and walk w/a cane. Given this all I can manage is a 442 or M38 in a pocket holster. More power to those who can manage a larger ccw, I would if I could.

 

[Rastoff]

I carry my M&P .45 with 4.5" barel with no trouble. I can't imagine the 5" would be any more difficult.