I understand your feelings about the Glock. I just traded my G23 for a PPQ in .40 a few months back after buying my wife a PPQ in 9mm, shooting it and loving it.
I am actually looking at a M&P 40 because I really like the ergos of the pistol and want a full sized pistol for competition.
Doesn’t really matter. You have a new pistol. A reliable G19 is on the market for someone else. It’s all good.
I sold my CZ Compact and am in the market for a high capacity 9mm. I’ve never liked Glocks due to all the fanboys, but tonight I rented a G19 and a PPQ and compared them head to head. After all the good things I’ve heard about the PPQ, I expected it to win hands down. However, perhaps because I’m a novice shooter, I didn’t like the sight picture of the PPQ. The higher bore axis, triangular slide, and sights, all gave the illusion of the gun sitting far too high in my hand. Also, the Glock fit my hand better even though the PPQ felt more ergonomic - go figure. Point being, we all have to shoot various firearms and determine which feels/works best for us.
I love my g19, I am looking to replace my g34 with a fullsize M&P9mm… I have a M&P45 and love it. AT the end of the day, red dawn, SHTF, I would take the g19 all day
It’s not necessarily a bad trade off, but I don’t think grip angle is the problem. Did you try stippling the grip or a grip sleeve to make the gun easier to hang on to? I run a grip sleeve on my Glock. For me, it’s easier to keep a firm grip with one. I suspect I would do the same with the M&P because that grip is a little too slick for my liking as well.
I thought about stippling it, but was concerned that if that didn’t work for me that I’d get even less for it if I decided to part with it. Around here the market is weak for that sort of thing. As for the grip sleeve, well I briefly considered it, but then wrote it off for some reason. I’m gonna give the M&P an honest shot in stock condition also, but if that doesn’t work out for me then I may just go back to 1911s.
Even if it’s a too slick in stock condition, a grip sleeve will tell you that’s the problem, the cost is like $12.00 and it isn’t permanent. If the gun moves around in your hand too much, I would recommend that you at least try it before going back to 1911s and if I may ask, if you really like 1911s, why didn’t you just stay with them?
If a pistol doesnt “feel” right to me, then I generally wont trust myself with it enough to carry it. I dont own any pistols I wont carry.
The OP traded a good 9mm for a good 9mm. If the MP works better for him, then all is good. If not, then its probably a training issue.
You may ask and it’s simple really. Time and money. I no longer have much of either to spare and wanted something that was plug n play for the most part. Also, my 1911 guy is moving to Sturgis to work as a gunsmith for Irv Stone at Bar Sto. I knew the move was coming well over a year ago and decided it would be better if I had a %100 go to pistol in 9mm or 45. I settled on 9mm after comparing the ballistics when using good hollowpoint ammo and cost associated with practice ammo. I think the Glock is a great go to gun, but it just wasn’t working out as well as I wanted. I would have no reservations about running one if need be, but decided to see if the M&P was more suited to me.
let’s go, shoot it up and let us know what you think…
The M&P was the first polymer wonder pistol that finally (including yours truly) has had many a shooter giving up their beloved 1911s. Some highly respected BTDT gents are on that list, so you’re in good company there.
I have 7 Glocks including the G19, although I won’t abandon my Glocks. I have added two S&W M&P’s to my safe in the last year, a .40c and a9c. I’m shopping around for a full sized now, I’m not sure if a .40 or a 9mm yet though. The M&P’s are good pistols.
I’d suggest the 40fs, you have the option of buying a 357 sig barrel and a 9mm conversion barrel for the 40fs frame. 3 guns for the price of 1.5 guns
Give me a chance will you :)LOL. I just picked it up from the FFl(apparently the ATF decided they still like me) and I’m chomping at the bit to get rounds downrange, but don’t know when I’ll be able 
I’ll post up about my experience as soon as I do though.
Will, I chose poor wording in regards to my post you quoted, but it is my hope that the M&Ps ergonomics are similar enough to a 1911 that muscle memory will help facilitate the transition.
S&W OEM 9MM barrel works.
OP, you shot 1500rounds, not a huge amount, but enough to tell(since you have experience) if its gonna work for you. If you shoot the m&P better, it was a good trade. You “dun good” and changed due to performance, not feel. You gotta be a good pistol shooter, then pick a platform. If one works better than another with no tradeoffs, I say go for it.
The count may be a bit higher, but 1500 was the amount I could actually confirm. I consider myself an ok pistol shooter. Nowhere near the caliber of many of the members here and the guy who gave me instruction.
On another note, I appreciate everyones feedback. It’s probably going to be a couple weeks before I can get out and shoot, but until then I’ll be practicing with dry fire.
Hilton Yam jumps back and fourth between a 1911 and an M&P 9 w/thumb safety. He says for 1911 guys, it’s a good training pistol. With the TS, similar enough to the 1911 to work. Take a look. http://10-8performance.blogspot.com/2012/01/60-days-with-m-9-aka-confessions-of.html
Thanks for the link. Pretty good read. Unfortunately I wasn’t able to procure one with the TS. They’re pretty much nonexistent in these parts in stock, unless it’s a 45. If this gun suits me then one with a TS might be next.