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There never really was an issue....I was rattling combatmedic's cage for the simple fact that he is so opposed to the M&P and then came across as a Glock cheerleader.

I suppose trigger pull would be somewhat subjective to the individual......fair enough?
 
enefgee said:
There has been exactly one problem reported with strikers, that is: that the first production run strikers can break, they have been redesigned since that run. What you are saying is the same as saying, don't buy a Glock there have been many problems with trigger return springs breaking. It's true I had one break. (It was in 1989, I think, when you could buy a 17 or a 17L and that was it. I knew a couple of other guys had it happen too). The Glock is a great pistol, I've put 10,000+ rounds through them, but after 7,000 failure free rounds I'd say the M&P is pretty great too. So basically go FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) someone else.
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I thought the stikers were still a problem, I just wanted to let the OP know to be a little weary with them and ask some questions before he bought one. The problems with the glock was in 89. They have it sorted it long ago, were S&W has really not been that long if I belive what you say about the strikers. The glock is proven.
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blr550 said:
Any thoughts on a Taurus 24/7 or PX4?
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Aside from no warranty service in Canada, I can say Taurus made excellent guns, they have poor produces long times ago but the newest produces are as good as other gun. I have shot and close exam several of their Tracker revolver and found the workship and function are great. PX4 is a little over priced in compare with the other plastic gun, while back there are a review about this gun from one of the forum member, it seems not quite a good purchase for him. Anyhow the first pistol should not be too expersive, easy to get parts and simple enough to fix by yourself. Sometimes you got a good gun but sitting in the safe waiting for the parts is not fun. I would say a CZ line or Glock line is a good choice. M&P is a better gun than Glock but there are a member here brought one and now waiting for the striker. XD line is also a very good choice.

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blr550 said:
Any thoughts on a Taurus 24/7 or PX4?
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I've never handled a 24/7 but I am rather fond of the PX4. My girlfriend's dad has one and I just love to fondle it whenever I visit. :p The fit and finish on them are excellent and they feel very good in the hand; they're incredibly well balanced and point well, and the trigger is pretty nice in both SA and DA.

There isn't much of a downside to the PX4 as far as I can tell except for the price, but in my opinion it's worth the money. Like always, see if you can handle both guns before you can make a decision.
 
Thanks for all of the feedback. What I take from the comments is that there are a lot of great guns out there and it is an individual choice based on feel. I think my next step will be to go to a dealer and check a few out.
 
blr550 said:
Thanks for all of the feedback. What I take from the comments is that there are a lot of great guns out there and it is an individual choice based on feel. I think my next step will be to go to a dealer and check a few out.
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That's pretty much the bottom line. If one pistol worked well for everybody in every situation there wouldn't be hundreds and hundreds of choices out there. Good luck finding your pistol. :)
 
[/QUOTE] I thought the stikers were still a problem, I just wanted to let the OP know to be a little weary with them and ask some questions before he bought one. The problems with the glock was in 89. They have it sorted it long ago, were S&W has really not been that long if I belive what you say about the strikers. The glock is proven.[/QUOTE]

You don't have to believe what I say about strikers, someone posted a pick of the first and second generation strikers here a few weeks ago. There is a difference in the shape of the striker face, and a pad of metal has been added to the tail piece, where the sear makes contact. Honestly, while there isn't anything wrong with Glocks from a functional standpoint (I've owned a few) the ergonomics aren't for everyone. If they release the long rumoured adjustable grip models next year, I'll be first in line (pretty reliable sources say they will finally release them). 'Til then I'll run a few thousand more rounds through my M&P's.
 
Enefgee, I am crossing my fingers about adjustable grip glocks. I have heard from a pretty good source as well. I still am planning on having a MP 9mm in my collection at one point.
 
the M&P has ambi slide release and the mag catch can be put on either right or left side. mine ejects high and lefties who have shot it like it. IMHO a great gun for the price.
 
are you sure you dont want a .45???

glock g21sf has dual (L/R) mag release and is one heluva good shooter for the price!

glock design does away with external safeties, which leaves a simple and uncluttered peice, great for beginners!

and it does work well for this lefty....
 
blr550 said:
I narrowed my choices down to the M&P and SR9. Leaning to the SR9 based on cost for a first gun.
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Have you handled it yet? So long as you don't mind the trigger it's a fine choice. Also you should get used to cutting up your thumbs; the mags are a little difficult to load.
 
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