Prospective m&p 40 pro series owner

[Dodobird1589]

I recently graduated college and came home to Connecticut and will be taking the pistol safety course to get my pistol permit in ct next week, I live about 30 minutes from the s&w factory. I plan on buying a 40 pro 4.25" when I get my permit and have a few questions. Is there really a shortage of m&p's? If so what is the wait? Does the 40 pro have tool less takedown? And what would be the best holster to get? Thanks for the help in advance I've been waiting since I was a kid to be able to purchase my first pistol and can't wait to join the community of m&p owners

 

[sheepdawg]

It's about as simple a takedown as can be, the only tool needed is at the bottom of the pistol behind the magazine used to hold the backstrap you choose on. It pushes down the sear deactivation lever, heck you can use a paper clip or a toothpick. I carry my 4.25" 40 Pro in a Galco Concealable. It fits perfectly.

Galco Concealable Belt Holster

 

[Dodobird1589]

Also what is everyone's opinion on the trigger in the pro? Is the apex kit really that necessary and how much is it

 

[OKFC05]

Also what is everyone's opinion on the trigger in the pro?

There is no consensus. It seems to depend on what the person's previous experience is. For me, a long-time revolver shooter, a smooth 4# trigger is just fine.
For someone who has only shot 1911/2011 competition single-action triggers, it is too long, too vague on reset feel, and just generally not a 1911/2011 single-action competition trigger, so it sucks.
I shoot a 9 Pro 5" with FO sights in competion, and have a 4.25 Pro with night sights as a service pistol.
If you are going to replace the sights and trigger, there is little point in paying extra for the Pro package just to throw it away; might as well start with the standard package.

 

[PATRONE]

There is no consensus. It seems to depend on what the person's previous experience is. For me, a long-time revolver shooter, a smooth 4# trigger is just fine.
For someone who has only shot 1911/2011 competition single-action triggers, it is too long, too vague on reset feel, and just generally not a 1911/2011 single-action competition trigger, so it sucks.
I shoot a 9 Pro 5" with FO sights in competion, and have a 4.25 Pro with night sights as a service pistol.
If you are going to replace the sights and trigger, there is little point in paying extra for the Pro package just to throw it away; might as well start with the standard package.

Well said.

 

[Dodobird1589]

Thanks for the responses. I don't plan on upgrading the trigger or sights as they seem more than adequate for my purposes as I am not a competition shooter yet. Is there any word on an m&p shortage? The wait for the permit will be long enough waiting for the pistol too would be brutal. Also any tips on practice routines to work on my accuracy and accuracy during quick shooting would be helpful, I hunt and am naturally a good shot but haven't gotten to shoot pistols as much as rifles or shotguns. Is it safe to dry the 40 pro ornis that bad for the gun? Again I appreciate the help I just want to know as much as I can about the gun before I own it

 

[PATRONE]

I like to use snap caps for dry firing and dry training. I also use a laser trainer to help with trigger control and quick sight picture, especially with a new weapon. Make sure to lock up all live ammo before you do this!

 

[vista461]

I have a 9Pro 4.25" and have no need to do anything to the trigger,I like it and its better than the Glocks I had previously. To me the better trigger and night sights were a bargain for the extra $80 I paid over a standard one.

 

[jgreiner]

Also what is everyone's opinion on the trigger in the pro? Is the apex kit really that necessary and how much is it

I shot both the 9mm and the 9mm Pro.....fell in love with the Pro trigger.

 

[ET.]

I bought a 40 pro (5" barrel). The trigger is right a 4 lbs. & very smooth. The trigger resets with just a slight movement. I shot my friends 9L before & after he spent $150 on his trigger. He now has a 2 lbs. trigger pull on his. My Pro trigger is as smooth as his, but the 2 lbs. pull is quite easy to shoot. Too easy for my taste. I'll stick with my 4 lbs. trigger that came on my Pro. As far as holsters go, everybody is different. I have 3 holsters for each gun I own & I'm still looking for that perfect holster for each of them.

As for the sights...my pro came with the competition hi-vis sights that really beam in the natural light of an outdoor range during the day. My problem is that I shoot in an indoor range where there is no light directed on the firing line. I might change them out, but I'm not sure what I really want yet. I guess buying a gun that is set up for outdoor competition shooting when I shoot inside wasn't the brightest thing I've done this year...It probably is in the top ten though...not a stellar year so far.