I published a review and recorded a video on the suitability of the Smith & Wesson M&P line of pistols for law enforcement. Click here for the video and article.
The M&P line has really proved to be popular with law enforcement, and Smith & Wesson is retaking some of the law enforcement “ground” they lost to Glock and SIG SAUER in the 80′s and 90′s. I examine some of the reasons I believe the M&P line is an excellent choice for police officers.
FYI – I’ve carried guns from all of the “Big 3″ on duty: Glock, SIG SAUER and Smith & Wesson. I also personally own at least one gun from each of the companies currently, and have owned several more from each in the past. I’m not a “hater” of any of them, so please respond with comments other than “You just hate XXX-brand!”
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Richard is the publisher of BlueSheepdog.com. In addition to writing here, he publishes GunsHolstersAndGear.com and is a regular contributor to places like Human Events, Police & Security News and The Firearm Blog.
As much as I didn’t want to like the M&P, I couldn’t deny how well it fit in my hand. I still prefer the way the P226 and/or USP feel in my hand, but it’s definitely a pistol I’m looking at purchasing in the future.
S&W seriously needs to consider offering their M&P line with the Apex upgrade kits from the factory.
It’s also amazing to see how many Agencies have switched to it.
The M&P undoubtedly saved S&W from going under.
I’ve been in law enforcement for 8 years. My wife was issued a brand new M&P 40, right out of the box, for use as a Federal Security Officer. First shot, she center punched PERFECT BULLS EYE, at over 10 yards. She turned to me and said, “I LIKE THIS GUN!!” I really enjoied shooting it as well. Fits all sizes of hands, low recoil. Overall I think it is a great firearm and I plan on owning one soon.