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marine6680 · January 7, 2014, 02:22 PM

Any reason you are moving to a 45?

With modern HP ammo, the difference is very small between the calibers. Don't get caught up in the caliber wars.

You are already familiar with the M&P type action... moving to a DA/SA can require some extra time and training in addition to the training/practice you need to become familiar with a new pistol to start with.

Plus you want to change calibers to the 45... add some more range time to get familiar with the recoil characteristics and controlled rapid fire.

Of the ones you listed, I would go with the XD, due to its similar function. That limits the amount of practice you need to adjust.

Is the problem mostly with the trigger? As others have mentioned, the S&W pro series has improved triggers.

I have a fondness for the XD line of pistols, I really like the feel of them, and they point well for me. Many people find that they do for them a well. The new XDm improved the feel a bit and upped the round capacity... But to be honest, I like the feel of the M&P better. I still think the XD is a better pistol overall though.

I believe Springfield offers a line of improved models similar to the Pro line from S&W.

To me, being that this is a duty gun, I would keep the M&P, or change to a gun as similar as possible to reduce the likelihood of issues due to unfamiliarity.

A Pro model with a better trigger would be a good idea... If you can convince the higher ups that a trigger job on your current pistol would improve your aim and proficiency, reducing the chances of collateral damage, that might be an option. Just don't mention "lighter" trigger pull, I doubt they would like the idea.

Pro model M&P or an XDm in 9mm, and skip the 45, would be my choice.

January 7, 2014, 02:22 PM	#27
marine6680 Senior Member Join Date: July 24, 2012 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 4,594	Any reason you are moving to a 45? With modern HP ammo, the difference is very small between the calibers. Don't get caught up in the caliber wars. You are already familiar with the M&P type action... moving to a DA/SA can require some extra time and training in addition to the training/practice you need to become familiar with a new pistol to start with. Plus you want to change calibers to the 45... add some more range time to get familiar with the recoil characteristics and controlled rapid fire. Of the ones you listed, I would go with the XD, due to its similar function. That limits the amount of practice you need to adjust. Is the problem mostly with the trigger? As others have mentioned, the S&W pro series has improved triggers. I have a fondness for the XD line of pistols, I really like the feel of them, and they point well for me. Many people find that they do for them a well. The new XDm improved the feel a bit and upped the round capacity... But to be honest, I like the feel of the M&P better. I still think the XD is a better pistol overall though. I believe Springfield offers a line of improved models similar to the Pro line from S&W. To me, being that this is a duty gun, I would keep the M&P, or change to a gun as similar as possible to reduce the likelihood of issues due to unfamiliarity. A Pro model with a better trigger would be a good idea... If you can convince the higher ups that a trigger job on your current pistol would improve your aim and proficiency, reducing the chances of collateral damage, that might be an option. Just don't mention "lighter" trigger pull, I doubt they would like the idea. Pro model M&P or an XDm in 9mm, and skip the 45, would be my choice.