Hey guys,
I’m really on the fence about getting rid of my G19 3rd Gen for a M&P 9mm. The only issue is I ahve a butt load of support gear for the 19 including like 15 or so brand new mags. To top it off, I’m left handed so getting rid of holsters is almost futile.
my only other option is to just get the M&P and hold on to the G19.
What do you guys think, should I try and sell everything or should I get the M&P as an addition.
BTW, my other platform is a M&P .45. regardless of that I have to have at least 1 9mm for those few occasions when I do armed work. The state says the biggest caliber is a 9mm one can carry.
I have actually been considering the same move. I would like to have a 9mm and a 45acp on the same platform and I do not really care for the Glock 45acp pistols. Also, I like the thumb safety option on the M&P’s as well.
I do however shoot my 19 really well and am having trouble leaving it.
Can I ask what has you wanting to switch to the M&P?
I’m having a tough time letting go of my G19. I shoot a FS M&P9 with a full DCAEK almost exclusively now and could really use the money a nicely equipped 3gen G19 could bring. But there is just something about the Glock that makes me keep it. If you can afford it, just get the M&P too. Make absolutely sure that it is a recent build so you’re assured of getting the latest trigger bar, sear housing block, and sear spring for increased reliability.
My recommendation is keep the G19. With few exceptions, I’ve regretted every gun I’ve sold. With the “issues” current Glocks are experiencing, I’d stick with a known quantity and you have a nice amount of support eqpt for your existing pistol.
Rickp is right. Florida only allows a 9mm for armed private security. Correct me if I’m wrong, but does Florida also say the pistol must have a decocker, or do they still have a Glock waver?
Wow, seems odd that restriction-free Florida would have a law like that on the books. A buddy of mine was once an armored car driver out in the midwest (Iowa, Nebraska? not sure) and he said all the company let them carry was .38 revolvers. Apparently it was a company policy, but I can see how that kind of thing could get fossilized as law, too.
Rick, I believe you should let me take it off your hands, I’m righty
but know a lefty that would probably be interested in the holsters. I’ll
take the G19 and magazines :happy:. I think I’m not too far north of
you, will be glad to make trip;) . Really, I will.
I’d hold onto the glock and get into the M&P as your budget allows. You can always sell it later if you really get hard core about M&P’s and fall out of love with the glock.
I have a glock, but have been thinking about getting an M&P as well. Lots of cool competition trigger kits (at affordable prices) for the M&P and I don’t currently have a full capacity 9mm pistol for 3gun…then again so many guns I want and not enough money to buy them all. I’m sure many can relate.
The M&P offers you one benefit. A right side of the frame slide catch.
Other than that…stick with what you shoot well and call it a day. Moving to an M&P is not going to do anything for you unless you absolutely hate the Glock and cannot make yourself shoot it well.
As a lefty i wouldnt even say that is a bebefit, i reach under the pistol to trip the slide catch with my support hand(right) and drop the mags with my index finger. That being said + on the ammo
To the OP if you dont like your glock or like something better than sell the glock and get it. The amount of kit you have shouldnt matter because that can be sold as well; you have already had several offers and you didnt even post it, and if thoes fall through let me know End of the day get what you like i have both M&Ps and glocks if you dont have that luxary go with what you like best and shoot the shit out of it
I’ve carried a Glock 19 off duty since about 2000. I was issued a M&P9 in 2006. So I have spent a few years now comparing the two guns.
The M&P trigger can be made nicer than the Glock trigger. But the Glock trigger is serviceable enough that I still have no issues using the gun as a defensive type firearm.
The Glock 19 is just a tad smaller, but enough so to make a difference for me when concealing.
I prefer the duel slide releases on the M&P. I often find myself using both the thumb and trigger finger of my shooting hand, without intentionally trying to to so.
Rickp If you want a M&P9, I’d strongly suggest you save up and get one. If after a time, you decide you don’t want both guns then sell of which ever one you don’t want.
But if you sell off your Glock 19 right now, you may regret it later. With all the debate going on as to the quality and reliability of currently manufactured Glocks, both Gen3 & Gen4 guns, you may really regret selling off a Glock 19 of known reliability.
I have switched to carrying an M&P while of duty now days. Mainly because I shoot them a tad bit better.
But my Glock 19’s aren’t going anywhere. They’re paid for. I don’t have to feed them. They’re not costing me anything. They’re just sitting there, patiently waiting, ready to be used again if ever needed.
It’s funny this comes up. I am considering leaving my M&P9 for Glock. I’ve been using it in 3gun comps and am beginning to think there a reason EVERYONE uses a Glock - 17. I’ve also been considering a G19 for carry purposes.
Like some posters said, I could just buy the Glock and keep the M&P, but I want to focus soley on one platform and not have to think about how each gun runs. Just my preference. FWIW, my M&P has been flawless. The trigger does feel better than most Glock’s I’ve shot. And the ergonomics seem to fit naturally in the hand. You wouldn’t be dissapointed.
Add the M&P when you can, especially since you already have an M&P45. Currently I am qualified on the 9mm Glock and M&P45–both work. I prefer the M&P trigger, ergonomics, grip inserts, and grip angle. Parts are easier to acquire for Glocks and they are a bit easier to service compared to the M&P–both are substantially better in that regard than HK, Sig, Beretta, etc…
End of the day get what you like i have both M&Ps and glocks if you dont have that luxary go with what you like best and shoot the shit out of it