M&P 40 VS Glock 22

[Old Griz]

Glock v S&W

Nothing has been put through the testing than the Glock. It is the most reliable automatic on the market. That is why so many agencies and police departments use them. That said, all that followed had a great model to base their weapons on. In the real world (not like TV or movies) we are not going to be in extended gun battles with drug lords or mercenaries, and any of the firearms mentioned, Glock, Springfield, S&W, Ruger, etc., etc., etc. will do the job required.

I've carried a G21 since they first came out, and the Glock was the only polymer, striker fired pistol on the market. It's a terrific gun. I've never fired, or even held the M&P, so I can't judge between them. However, if you want a handgun that is incredibly accurate, has terrific ergonomics, and achieves the greatest results, get a S&W K or L frame in .357! I've got a 65, 66, & 19 that will outshoot any of 'em. Us old farts like our wheelguns. Someday you young whippersnappers will see the light and discover why they just won't die.

 

[tbgunner88]

Hi,

This is my first post here, but I also consider it to be very important.

The best way I can tell you about Glocks is read all of the posts, and one person who responded states that he could finally afford an M&P. This tells me that their is truth to the old saying "that you get what you pay for."

Let's face it. Most people buy Glocks because they are cheaper than the quality handguns like S&W, Colt, Sig, Walther, and so on
N-Frame

As Arik pointed out, your comparison makes little sense. M&Ps are cheaper than Glocks in my area. To answer the original question, it all comes down to personal preference and the truth is both are good guns and both will get the job done. Try both, pick the one you like and encourage others to do the same.

 

[Old Griz]

Glock v S&W

Nothing has been put through the testing than the Glock. It is the most reliable automatic on the market. That is why so many agencies and police departments use them. That said, all that followed had a great model to base their weapons on. In the real world (not like TV or movies) we are not going to be in extended gun battles with drug lords or mercenaries, and any of the firearms mentioned, Glock, Springfield, S&W, Ruger, etc., etc., etc. will do the job required. You just have to shoot 'em and pick the one you shoot the best with. It's your hand, grip, eye, and trigger pull. We can only tell you what WE like.

I've carried a G21 since they first came out, and the Glock was the only polymer, striker fired pistol on the market. It's a terrific gun. I've never fired, or even held the M&P, so I can't judge between them. However, if you want a handgun that is incredibly accurate, has terrific ergonomics, and achieves the greatest results, get a S&W K or L frame in .357! I've got a 65, 66, & 19 that will outshoot any automatic. Us old farts like our wheelguns. Someday you young whippersnappers will see the light and discover why they just won't die.

 

[Amram]

-Walther PPQ about the same price

I've own/ed Glocks and M&Ps and Sigs. I am trading-in my Sig p220 for a Walther PPQ very soon.

 

[M1aspring]

glock vs m&p

I carried a glock 22 for many yrs on patrol. it is a workhorse. but I found the m&p to fit better in my hand and the trigger feels less scrunchy. either pistol is great you just have to shoot both to see what you prefer

 

[Backlighting]

Never fired the M&P, although I suspect it's a well made firearm.

I've had this ol workhorse since '92.
It does what it's supposed to...and does it very well.

 

[okiegtrider]

If you can get your hands on a 40c to try, do it. It really does handle recoil better than the G-23. And you don't have to give up as much capacity as with the Shield.

I plan to do just that.

 

[Spud14901]

M&P .40 FS

I have an M&P full size .40. It shoots great. I bought a (9MM and .357 Sig Barrel for it. It takes five minutes or less to swap out the barrels. I have large hands and it is more comfortable then the compact .40. A friend of mine is a Glock enthusiast and he really enjoyed shooting my M&P .40. The big problem was trying to pull the 9MM Shield I own out of his hands after he shot that pistol. He was hitting a 1" stick that we stuck in the ground at 50'. He is an excellent shot with anything. Except for cartridge capacity, I couldn't choose between these two pistols. I like to have an external safety on my guns. I think both companies make great guns.

 

[rattlesnakedaddy]

I have owned both an M&P full size .40, as well as a G22 RTF2. They are both good solid pistols. I haven't shot a G23, but carried a G27 for quite a while, which is smaller than the 23, but is also a great pistol.

Both my G22 and M&P FS were comfortable to shoot and pretty reliable. The Glock's grip is a bit more square compared to the M&P. I liked the interchangeable back-straps on my M&P. It was interesting to see that while the medium felt better in hand, I shot it better with the large grip. The Gen 4 Glocks now have something similar, so you can experiment with them as well.

They do point a bit differently, and one may feel and point better for you. For me it was the M&P. The best thing would be to try out each and see for yourself.

 

[flint66]

I have a g23 very nice gun, I also have a m&p 40c, the m&p feels better to me in my hand, I shoot it better it's my ever day carry so I handle it more than the g23. Think I will sell the g23 and use the cash for my next buy what ever that might be.

 

[Whitwabit]

Everyone who likes M&P focuses on the grip.
Everyone who likes Glocks focuses on the accuracy.
So, there you have it ... you pick ... depending what you like.

I believe the M&P's to be as accurate as the Glock's .. I shoot 2 handed off hand at 30 feet 1 3/4 inch 10 shot groups .. That's with my 40c .. so any reference that one is more accurate then the other is a fallacy !!

The grip angle does matter but is up to the individual which one feels better in their hands .. every person is just a bit different .. some like S&W's others Glocks and still others swear by Sigs or Ruger's .. so it just really individual taste which make of pistol a person likes or shoots the best !! Sometimes the price is the deciding factor !!

 

[ALASKANZ]

If you buy the S&W .40 then you can also buy a barrel and mags to swap to 9MM. Best of that world, cheap practice and choice with one gun.

 

[Backlighting]

A 9 mm barrel & 2 mags will cost approx. $200.
It will take time, depending of course, on how often you shoot & how many rounds used to start saving money...as compared to the .40

 

[Granite Stater]

Good comparison
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[dmar]

I want to purchase a .40 Cal and am considering the M&P and the Glock 22 or 23.

Thoughts? Preferences? Anyone own both? Looking for some input to help my decision.

I realize this is a S&W Forum but I'm sure you folks can be objective.

Thanks in advance!

OP, welcome to the forum! Now, this forum is great, and the members are really great guys/gals and handle themselves in a very helpful and respectful manner. But, you are asking your question in the S&W forum, in the M&P subsection, you know what opinion you are going to come away with, right...?!

It really is like going on the Chevy forum and asking the fellas in the Silverado subsection whether they prefer the F-150, or the Silverado. Now, what do you think you'll come away from that exercise! Fortunately, we do have a bunch of great guys here, and there is good information, but in terms of forming a takeaway, you know where this is going... Well, the good thing is that at least the responses will most likely be a lot more respectful and civil on this forum than if you asked this question in the Glock forum! Make no mistake though, on the Glock forum, you'd Have a much different take away on what is the 'better' gun.

That all said, I've got a M&P (9mm) and I've got a few Glocks, and I prefer the Glocks. The ergos of the M&P are very nice. Don't like the trigger, and I don't shoot the gun as well as the Glocks. I really like the simplicity, trigger, accuracy, and ruggedness of the Glocks. While I give the edge to the M&P for grip comfort, the Glock's is just fine, it feels good to me...

My opinion is that it all depends on what works for you. They are both good guns, but you need to try each one out and see what YOU prefer. Good luck with your choice, and please post pictures!

 

[ChicagoZman]

In my opinion it doesn't matter which one "feels" better to you, it matters which one shoots better for you. I prefer the feel of the M&P, but the Glock points more naturally for me due to its grip angle which matches the curve of MY hand perfectly and I therefore shoot it better. I also believe the lower cost and availability of such things as magazines and parts to be in favor of the Glock.

 

[Backlighting]

Did some unsupported, each hand shooting with my 40 cal., full size Glock today. Nice. I also put a Pachmayr tactical rubber sleeve on it. That made it very nice.

 

[Rockdoc16]

I own a Glock 42 and a few M&P's. I dont shoot the Glock anymore. The M&P's just feel better to me. If the gun is more comfortable to you,you're gonna shoot better with it normally. I'm not getting rid of the Glock (put a light on it and it's my nightstand/home defense gun because I know it's always gonna go bang!) but when I want to carry or shoot for fun, I'm using the M&P's.