MP40c 307703

[Jay2Cor517]

New Guy here. I need a little help and advice. I was doing my research looking for a defensive carry weapon. I checked out Glock, XD, Beretta PX4 before I came across the M&P. While reading the forum some members mentioned SKU 307703. It was described as a first responder's weapon, with night sights and 3 magazines sold at a special price. I was already sold on the M&P but could not tell the difference between 109003 and 109303. The descriptions only varied with "proven safety features". So between these 3 is my new carry piece. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[VPNAVY]

Until someone pipes in - take a look at the following threads:

• Wanting to buy a M&P 40c, which one? (02-28-2012, 02:38 PM)

• What is the diferences in these 3 M&P 40c models? (04-07-2012, 11:09 PM)

 

[deralte]

Jay, welcome from North Carolina.

 

[Martimus]

Welcome to the site from Arid-zona!

 

[novalty]

Greetings from Maine. Welcome aboard!

 

[Biker Bill]

Welcome aboard from WI! This is the best place to learn and share all things S&W!

 

[MP22]

Welcome from Kentucky.

 

[S&W Oldtimer]

Welcome from Va.

 

[C Islander]

Welcome from Ohio!!

 

[Jay2Cor517]

Thanks everybody for all the "welcome signs"

 

[Lost Lake]

109003: Smith & Wesson 10 + 1 40S&W/Mag Safety/Internal Lock/3.5"/Maryland Approved

109303: Smith & Wesson 10 + 1 Round 40 S&W w/3.5" Barrel/ No manual safety/ no internal lock/ 6.5lb trigger

307703: Smith & Wesson 10+1 40S&W / No Mag Safety/ 3.5"/Night Sights/3 magazines/ 6.5lb trigger

 

[Mikey217]

Welcome from Texas!

 

[JFerg]

Any M&P model starting with 3, i.e.307703 signifies Law Enforcement model. Which means 3 mags instead of 2 and special pricing. LE models you have to qualify thru the seller to purchase. Not all sellers have the same criteria.

 

[Lost Lake]

Any M&P model starting with 3, i.e.307703 signifies Law Enforcement model. Which means 3 mags instead of 2 and special pricing. LE models you have to qualify thru the seller to purchase. Not all sellers have the same criteria.

Almost.... The .45 only comes with two mags.

 

[Jay2Cor517]

Anybody know of any dealers that will sell the 307703 in Florida?

 

[JFerg]

You may have a hard time finding a LGS that handles or can order LE models. The ones that can prices may vary wildly. Not being far from Dallas we have a GT Distribution but they don't carry S&W. I found a LGS in Tyler that would order me one but wanted about $700 for the same gun I ordered from Buds for $455.

Buds police supply sells most models when they can get em in stock. I've bought a few firearms thru them. They "qualify" a lot of people others don't for the LE discount. You would think that Texas Department of Criminal Justice wouldn't be that hard to qualify!!

 

[Lost Lake]

What he said ^^^^^

Security, volunteer firemen, pilots, I even think ship captains qualify!

Check it out, Bud's is good to deal with.

 

[Jay2Cor517]

Follow up: Thanks everybody for all the good advice. I finally found two distributors here in Florida for the pistol(s) I wanted. The S&W rep e-mailed me with B&H Police Supply in Merritt Island and Lou's Police Supply in Miami. I also decided to stick with the Compact (307703) instead of the Fullsize (309700) for now. But I already know the Full Size is in my future. Their price was the same as Buds and ClydeArmory at $455 (had to pay FL taxes and S/H though). Anyway, once again, thanks for the help.