New SD vs. Sigma

[ldfry001]

Hi, Im new to this forum and thinking about purchasing my first S&W, I own a few springfield's and ruger's and sti's. I have been thinking about purchasing a sigma or sd but cant decide which one. does anyone know what the major differences are? they are pretty similar in price so im just wondering which one is a better deal?
Thanks

 

[HspncElvis]

I own a Sigma 9mm. Fantastic handgun. Trigger is a little heavy at first, but you get used to it. Just takes practice. Very reliable and accurate. Never fired an SD. I hear they are a fine weapon.

Good luck.

 

[jppezz23]

Buy the SD an improvement on the sigma.i used to have the sigma 40ve but traded it for an SD40.I like the SD much better.

 

[OKFC05]

I own a few springfield's and ruger's and sti's

If you've been shooting only single-action pistols, strongly suggest you shoot the Sigma, SD and M&P (including the Pro) before you buy anything.
The combat tupperware has a very different trigger than an STI, and we don't want you back screaming the trigger is no good and you can't stand it.

 

[ldfry001]

yeah I'd like to shoot all three of them but don't know anyone that has any of them, I have a couple springfield xd's and DA only revolvers, nothing is going to be close to my sti's but I want something that is reliable and inexpensive to cc with. And I'd like to have the 9mm cause they are much cheaper to shoot than my 45's.

 

[OKFC05]

I can't tell what part of the world you are in from your profile, but H&H in Oklahoma City rents them for use on their indoor range.

The SD trigger is similar to the XD.

 

[Dragon88]

yeah I'd like to shoot all three of them but don't know anyone that has any of them, I have a couple springfield xd's and DA only revolvers, nothing is going to be close to my sti's but I want something that is reliable and inexpensive to cc with. And I'd like to have the 9mm cause they are much cheaper to shoot than my 45's.

A Sigma or SD would be a huge step down from what you already own. You are going to want to consider a Glock 19, Glock 26 or one of the compact XDs. Or a compact S&W M&P series if you really want to buy a Smith & Wesson. Asking here is not going to give you an impartial opinion and I'd hate for you to wind up with a poor quality gun that you'll be unhappy with. Don't buy based on price alone.

 

[mlk18]

A Sigma or SD would be a huge step down from what you already own. You are going to want to consider a Glock 19, Glock 26 or one of the compact XDs.

Asking here is not going to give you an impartial opinion...

Well your post was definitely indicative of your claim, which I will declare to be BS.

The SD9 is an excellent platform and easily the equal of the G19 or XD. Try and find a bad review on one and you will come up empty. The Sigma is also a good firearm for what it is. When it comes to poly Smiths you really do get a good, better, best situation. The Sigma is a value line gun, the SD is a good mid-grade gun (like the aforementioned G19 and XD) and the M&P is a step ahead. So figure out what your budget allows and buy accordingly. As long as your expectations equal your purchase price you will be pleased.

 

[Backon4]

Going to a glock from shooting 1911's and similar frames will be a step backwards in itself. Unless you want to relearn everything you know stick with something with a similar grip angle. The SD is a great weapon. The M&P's are a little larger and thicker unless you get a compact but even then it is minimally smaller 1/4" in length and about 1/8" shorter but still thicker. The trigger is just what I look for in a SD gun and the capacity is just right too. 16+1 in 9mm and 14+1 in .40.

Where are you located? If you are anywhere near you are welcome to come shoot my poly smiths. I own at least one of each.

 

[KyWstJoe]

My wife and I both EDC Sigma's 9VE's. After 30+ years of 6-shooter wheel guns the Sigma was my first venture into the "can't depend on them not to jam" semi's. Both have been reliable weapons however I would go for an SD 40, or 9 if you prefer over a Sigma now. It is a great value and all reviews have been 100% positive. I have fired 5 differant M&P's and all triggers for me are too light and short for an EDC weapon. Just my opinioun. Hey, it's only a gun, sell it if you don't like it!

 

[ADKeagle]

Differences between the SD and the Sigma:
SD has steel M&P sites, front one being a nite site
SD has a standard rail for attachments
SD comes w/ better, lighter trigger than Sigma
SD comes in stainless w/ black melonite coating

For the amount of money difference between the two, my opinion is go for the SD! They have improved most of the issues that people have with the Sigma. The steel sites on the SD are a big enough improvement over the blocky plastic Sigma sites to justify the price difference to me.
P.S. I have both, and neither of them have ever jammed or malfunctioned.

 

["JJ"]

I have been thinking about purchasing a sigma or sd
but cant decide which one. does anyone know what the
major differences are? they are pretty similar in price so
im just wondering which one is a better deal?

I love it when the choices are clear & someone slides in to try to convince the poster they don't know how to spend thier money! Anyway! I have a 9VE & love it! I have around 1600 rounds through it with out a problem. But you said you would be CCing this gun. For CC I would suggest the SD. It is similar to the Sigma with an improved lighter trigger. From my few trigers pulls in Gun shops I would guess around 6 or 7 lbs. I really like the look of the SD as well. I think with what you are used to shooting & what you want to do with it, you would be happier with the SD. Good luck either way! Let us know what you decide!

 

[oldtexan]

S&W “new” SD9 and SD40 | The Firearm Blog

This link contains comments about the SD9. About halfway down the linked page, in a post by "Dan", posted at 10:06 on Dec 21st, one can find an interesting detailed side by side comparison of internals of an SD and a Sigma. The comparison starts in the 7th paragraph of Dan's post.

 

[spricks]

oldtexan, thanks for the link to the good read. I'm glad I took the time to check it out.
spricks

 

[au01st]

Yes, thanks. Obvious the commenters bashing it have never shot one. I'm already planning to pick up a SD40 to go with my SD9.

 

[airman]

From what I've been reading the SD is better than the Sigma and the M&P still better. I may go that way after I'm through with my Sigma.
The S&W are all good guns, I'm told.
It looks like you get what you are willing to pay for.

 

[marshallartist]

I had the 40VE a few years ago that I used as a truck gun. It was accurate and reliable and I wouldn't hesitate to get another. The SD series seems to me to be a "Sigma" with as many M&P features as they could squeeze in for the price. I considered the SD9 for a recent purchase but my budget allowed me to get an M&P so...

 

[StuperDan]

I recently purchased a SD9 as my first gun. I really agree with earlier comments about trying them out yourself. I can speak to my own reasoning for choosing the SD9.

Every gun smith and shop person I talked to (3, from different stores in my area) all strongly suggested I stay away from the Sigma. I realize that a lot of folks love theirs, but that's what I heard across the board.

I very nearly purchased a M&P compact, I like its overall size, but the grip was too short for my hand. The full sized M&P was too big. This is my only gun atm and I might need (want) to cc it.

Also, money was an issue for me. (or perhaps more accurately, an issue with my wife)

I picked up the SD9 Home Defense Kit. A SD9, a micro 90 light, and a Micro Gun Vault for locking it up in my van on days I head to the range after work. was $460

The SD had the best grip for my hand of all the guns I tried. (I think I shot every rental gun in the range at least once) The only gun that felt better was a Beretta 92, but it is out of my price range.

If I can find a mag that extends the grip like the xd compact has ,I still might trade in my SD for a M&P compact.

I wish there was a crimson tracer laser grip for the sd, too. there's not.

Anyone know of a grip activated ,laser that would work on a SD?

 

[HspncElvis]

Dan, congrats on your purchase. I own the SW9VE. I'm very happy with it. I have heard good things about the SD9. I don't doubt that it's a fine handgun. Glad you are happy with it.

I've checked out a few sub compacts as well. Glock 26 for one. I don't like the feel of my pinky finger hanging over the grip. They have extension mags, but I really like the Glock 19. Fits my hand perfectly. Been looking at one.

Yes, I've heard quite a few stories about the Sigma Series. Trigger seems a bit stiff at first (10 lbs) but one gets used to it. I just reached 1300 rounds through my Sigma 9. Shoots and feels great.

Keep us posted on the SD9. Shoot often!

 

[StuperDan]

Every gun smith and shop person I talked to (3, from different stores in my area) all strongly suggested I stay away from the Sigma. I realize that a lot of folks love theirs, but that's what I heard across the board.

please don't take this as a sigma bash. I was just explaining what influenced my choice.