Anyone here into firearms?

Mt Tam I am · 10-08-2012, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by 370zproject

well i bought my first gun a tarus judge will put up pics later when im not to lazy

One of the most sought after guns in California that is not legal here for importation.

Enjoy it for all of us living behind the mental iron curtain.

m4a1mustang · 10-08-2012, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 370zproject

well i bought my first gun a tarus judge will put up pics later when im not to lazy

Congrats

OMGiGOTaZ · 10-10-2012, 06:29 PM

New M&P 15T on Order

ImportConvert · 10-11-2012, 02:00 AM

I used to carry a G19, but 1/10 casings seemed to come back very near my face, and it limited my clothing at times. I had to dress to the gun on occasion and it stayed home more than it should have. I carried IWB in a Comp-Tac MTAC. This, I will carry in a CTAC. Here are my impressions so far.

M&P 9 Shield Impressions so far:

Quality is superb. This does not feel like a $450 small pistol. It feels like an H&K, or a SIG (one of the German one's). Solid, sleek (okay, a newer H&K), and durable.

The sights are not available with tritium inserts, but are highly visible even in poor lighting. If you can see your target, you can see your sights.

I wear a size 7 surgical glove and can BARELY get my pinkie situated on the grip with the 7-round magazines. The 8-round magazines defeat the purpose of this pistol and I recommend a larger firearm if you feel inclined to use them.

The trigger is...okay. I prefer the trigger on my last Glock 19 to this, and my father, who loves high-end 1911's because he is a nostalgic kind of guy who nonetheless prefers an M4 at the side of his bed, had the trigger as his only complaint "Needs a trigger job" was his synopsis. Me? I don't know if I agree. I think it is a bit heavier than I like--feels like 6-7#--and it is not crisp or smooth, but it feels like the kind of grit that a few thousand rounds will clean up. I would NOT! let this stop me from buying the pistol.

The Safety...yeah, it has one. However, there is no way it will accidentally be activated, and it comes off VERY readily with a thumb-sweep on the draw.

Accuracy...I produced a group about the size of my spread hand my second magazine through it at 7 yards in failing dusk lighting using 124gr NATO winchester ammunition. I am not on my A-game right now, and the pistol has plenty more in it. It shoots where I point, I just need to get used to pointing a sub-compact.

Recoil...very manageable. It felt easily as controlled as I remember my G19. I am very impressed! It uses an all metal dual recoil assembly with the mainspring being of flatwire design, and the inner spring normal round-coil.

Boost_lee · 10-11-2012, 02:07 AM

Thanks for the review, I've considered the m&p 9

OMGiGOTaZ · 10-11-2012, 07:05 AM

I am a a Huge M&P fan, but I prefer the double stack magazines so I carry the 40c

ImportConvert · 10-11-2012, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by OMGiGOTaZ

I am a a Huge M&P fan, but I prefer the double stack magazines so I carry the 40c

I think the M&P 9C is a great gun, as I am sure the .40 is, as well. However, I found myself leaving my G19 at home far too often. I think this Shield will remedy that.

OMGiGOTaZ · 10-11-2012, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

I think the M&P 9C is a great gun, as I am sure the .40 is, as well. However, I found myself leaving my G19 at home far too often. I think this Shield will remedy that.

If you don't mind me asking, what holster?

I have an LCP and J frame for occasions the 40 is to much to , I'm an instructor, have taught many hours, days, months, talking about holsters, carry methods, etc...

ImportConvert · 10-11-2012, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by OMGiGOTaZ

If you don't mind me asking, what holster?

I have an LCP and J frame for occasions the 40 is to much to , I'm an instructor, have taught many hours, days, months, talking about holsters, carry methods, etc...

MTAC for the Glock, CTAC for the shield.

OMGiGOTaZ · 10-11-2012, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

MTAC for the Glock, CTAC for the shield.

Pretty Nice Holsters! I've been stuck on my crossbreed supertuck the past few years...

Need to get around to trying out a Galco KingTuk...

tranceformer · 10-11-2012, 06:32 PM

I have the M&P9c and the Shield 9mm. Love em both.

Importconvert - do you carry an extra mag with the shield?

OMGiGOTaZ · 10-11-2012, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by tranceformer

I have the M&P9c and the Shield 9mm. Love em both.

Importconvert - do you carry an extra mag with the shield?

The wife carries the M&P 9C

Setup Left Handed, I like to shoot it left handed JIC

ImportConvert · 10-12-2012, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by tranceformer

I have the M&P9c and the Shield 9mm. Love em both.

Importconvert - do you carry an extra mag with the shield?

I will. I just ordered the gear this week. Comptac shipped it today. I did order a mag pouch. I don't think I will need it, but it is nice to know it's there, and it's not like it will weigh me down much.

OMGiGOTaZ · 10-11-2012, 10:07 PM

I don't think you will be dissatisfied with the h&k, I have enjoyed shooting them!

ImportConvert · 10-12-2012, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by OMGiGOTaZ

I don't think you will be dissatisfied with the h&k, I have enjoyed shooting them!

Never had a bad experience with one. Looks good! Enjoy! Sadly, I think you will find it boring, though. All it does is go "bang" when you pull the trigger and lock back when it's empty. No real drama like 1911's and the like.

10-10-2012, 06:29 PM	#3 (permalink)
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10-11-2012, 02:00 AM	#4 (permalink)
ImportConvert A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: SWMO Posts: 4,454 Drives: 2019 CX5 GT Reserve Rep Power: 7628	I used to carry a G19, but 1/10 casings seemed to come back very near my face, and it limited my clothing at times. I had to dress to the gun on occasion and it stayed home more than it should have. I carried IWB in a Comp-Tac MTAC. This, I will carry in a CTAC. Here are my impressions so far. M&P 9 Shield Impressions so far: Quality is superb. This does not feel like a $450 small pistol. It feels like an H&K, or a SIG (one of the German one's). Solid, sleek (okay, a newer H&K), and durable. The sights are not available with tritium inserts, but are highly visible even in poor lighting. If you can see your target, you can see your sights. I wear a size 7 surgical glove and can BARELY get my pinkie situated on the grip with the 7-round magazines. The 8-round magazines defeat the purpose of this pistol and I recommend a larger firearm if you feel inclined to use them. The trigger is...okay. I prefer the trigger on my last Glock 19 to this, and my father, who loves high-end 1911's because he is a nostalgic kind of guy who nonetheless prefers an M4 at the side of his bed, had the trigger as his only complaint "Needs a trigger job" was his synopsis. Me? I don't know if I agree. I think it is a bit heavier than I like--feels like 6-7#--and it is not crisp or smooth, but it feels like the kind of grit that a few thousand rounds will clean up. I would NOT! let this stop me from buying the pistol. The Safety...yeah, it has one. However, there is no way it will accidentally be activated, and it comes off VERY readily with a thumb-sweep on the draw. Accuracy...I produced a group about the size of my spread hand my second magazine through it at 7 yards in failing dusk lighting using 124gr NATO winchester ammunition. I am not on my A-game right now, and the pistol has plenty more in it. It shoots where I point, I just need to get used to pointing a sub-compact. Recoil...very manageable. It felt easily as controlled as I remember my G19. I am very impressed! It uses an all metal dual recoil assembly with the mainspring being of flatwire design, and the inner spring normal round-coil. BlackZeda likes this.

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tranceformer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Palm Beach, FL Posts: 1,213 Drives: 2009 370Z PW 6MT Rep Power: 269	I have the M&P9c and the Shield 9mm. Love em both. Importconvert - do you carry an extra mag with the shield? __________________ Ray 2009 370Z Base Sport 6MT / 12.860 @ 109.09mph / 1.921 60ft / street tires official 1/4 mile track times

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