Opinion on M&P 45

[panther]

A local shop got in an order of N.I.B. M&P 45's. They are full sized, 1.0, that were a cancelled LEO order. They come with 3 grip panels, white 3-dot sights, and 3 10rd mags, and, of course, all the paperwork and other stuff.
The shop has them priced at $329.99, plus tax.
It seems like a bargain, what is the general opinion of the 45? I've only ever shot a full sized 9mm, and some Shields.
Thanks

 

[jrx35]

Great deal. I’d jump it if it were presented to me. I assume the sights are night sights as well since most LE pistols are that way.

If that were a 2.0 I’d take out my credit card right away.

 

[jscheck]

The 1.0 was my issued and carried firearm until it was recently replaced by the 2.0. Very good pistol! Not small by any means, but a good reliable pistol.

 

[walnutred]

I liked the midsize version I bought so well I bought a full size and compact to keep it company. If you like 45 ACP and are comfortable with that price I think you'll be pleased.

 

[Dyerbill]

I have the 45 acp it's a little kicky but a good gun....your deal is very good

 

[misswired]

Good reliable fun pistols but needs a trigger job right outta the gate.

 

[panther]

Good reliable fun pistols but needs a trigger job right outta the gate.

What's wrong with the trigger?

 

[MyDads38]

Don't worry about the trigger and BUY IT!!! $329 for a new FS 45 M&P. My FS 1.0 is a 2007 model, no issues at all and a very nice shooter!

 

[B0308]

If I didn't own three 4" .45 M&Ps, I'd jump on that deal in a minute.

I've got really good custom 1911's, some really nice Glock 21's and 30's (grip reductions and good sights) but I shoot and carry the M&Ps more than the others.

Go for it!

 

[Ktyhawk]

I've got the 4" and 4.5" models with the full sized frames. I think they are the best shooting .45s I own. Don't buy into the "trigger job" stuff about these guns. The trigger works just like it is supposed to. Sure, you can upgrade the trigger but shoot the gun first to see if you need to.

For $329, you can't go wrong.

 

[Jim Watson]

I'd be tempted. The main reason I don't have one is that they don't make a 5" .45.

 

[JJEH]

Don't ask, buy now before they run out.

 

[StephenWhoDat]

I'd be tempted. The main reason I don't have one is that they don't make a 5" .45.

They make a 4.6" and a 5.1" though. So, you have options VERY close to your desired 5 inch!

 

[Whisper]

If you put the Apex sear into the M&P 45 --it's not hard -- any concerns about the trigger quality will vanish. I have the 1.0 full-size and compact and I did this to both guns and am well satisfied.

Cheers,
Whisper

 

[Rastoff]

Haven't you bought these already? This is my second favorite gun (1911 is first).

Yes, it's not small, but I have no trouble concealing it.

 

[Jim Watson]

They make a 4.6" and a 5.1" though. So, you have options VERY close to your desired 5 inch!

Never saw a 5.1 inch .45. Got peechures?

 

[misswired]

Guess I got one of the few heavy, creeping, crunchy and long pull triggers that snuck by QC?

It’s zero take-up with a nice clean break now..... and on target

 

[k31scout]

I'd buy it and hand load for it if your set up for that. I love my M&P's but bought a Glock 21 used at what your going to spend new and I love the .45 caliber. The recoil is a bit more than a 9mm but not that much really.

 

[WVI]

I had a compact at one time...one of my biggest mistake was trading it off!!

 

[panther]

Ok, you convinced me.