I never jumped on the Smith & Wesson M&P 10mm when they came out, but my LGS had a NIB 4 inch deeply discounted + the $100 rebate. I took it to the range today along with my G20. Wow, I'm impressed. The firearm functioned 100% with various ammo and my groups were tighter than my G20 that I've been shooting for 20 years. The grip (medium) feels so natural while the grip texture is very aggressive.
I also have the 4" and very much enjoy it, while I am a 1911 fanboy this is a good pistol. Especially if one plans to pack on mountian trails and such..
This M&P took the place of my Glock 20 and it hasn't disappointed! Nothing against Glock, they just don't fit my hand.
My 4" M&P 10 has run perfectly, as well. I've rented G20s as well as shooting other people's, and just didn't like the grip. Now mine has an Apex trigger kit in it and some Dawson Precision standard height night sights.
I also sold my XDM 10 4.5 that I put a PRP trigger kit in after buying the M&P. The ergonomics are that much better for me.
If the texture seems too aggressive against clothing, or skin, the Gen 1 palm swells fit perfectly and are less aggressive. It's an easy swap for about $5.
I'm glad you guys are enjoying yours as much as I am.
Now they need to make their new folding PCC in 10mm and they can gladly have my money.
I have owned most 10 mm's out there. This S&W M&P is my favorite so far for hunting. For range work the Ruger 1911 comes in second.
Where did you get the Gen 1 palm swell if I might ask?
Thanks
Dave
Welcome Dave
Quote from: vafishpig on March 23 2023 05:54:54 AM MDT
Where did you get the Gen 1 palm swell if I might ask?
Thanks
Dave
Midwest Gun Works. Ordered online.
I'd recommend you grab a 22 & 24 lb recoil spring unless you only plan on shooting weak sauce factory loads.
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Quote from: czgunner on March 24 2023 07:07:36 AM MDT
I'd recommend you grab a 22 & 24 lb recoil spring unless you only plan on shooting weak sauce factory loads.
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What issues were you having with the stock spring? I've run Underwood level reloads through mine without any problems.
Once I got into real 10mm pressure loads, my ejection pattern changed drastically. 22lb spring works much better.
Quote from: czgunner on March 24 2023 08:25:15 AM MDT
Once I got into real 10mm pressure loads, my ejection pattern changed drastically. 22lb spring works much better.
I see. Not a jamming problem. Thanks for the response.
Thanks Graybeard I will check midwest gun works
Dave
This makes me happy as I just picked up the 4in version monday...gonna try and test her out tomorrow if I have time. Will run a little bit of everything to check reliability and a quick accuracy but.....I'm not sure about the high rmr sights, I'm not gonna run an optic so I may swap out with some Dawson Precision tritium. But gonna shoot it first, might love the high sights...ya never know. Already got a nice Stoner iwb for carry if she runs..
Quote from: will965 on March 29 2023 06:34:55 PM MDT
This makes me happy as I just picked up the 4in version monday...gonna try and test her out tomorrow if I have time. Will run a little bit of everything to check reliability and a quick accuracy but.....I'm not sure about the high rmr sights, I'm not gonna run an optic so I may swap out with some Dawson Precision tritium. But gonna shoot it first, might love the high sights...ya never know. Already got a nice Stoner iwb for carry if she runs..
Just a heads up. My standard height Dawson tritium sights are shooting about 6"-7" low at 25' on my 4" M&P10. I'm communicating with Dawson right now to take advantage of their perfect impact guarantee.
Wow, thanks Greybeard, please keep us posted about the sight height. Might head off a problem. Gonna wait before I buy.
Quote from: will965 on March 30 2023 12:51:30 PM MDT
Wow, thanks Greybeard, please keep us posted about the sight height. Might head off a problem. Gonna wait before I buy.
I will post an update when I get the new one from Dawson. That will take a little time as they have to make it and I have to install it.
Just wondering if ya got an update on the sights issue,I'm ready to put sights on mine now..just got it back from factory after some jamming issues....man it runs like a singer sewing machine now..may be one of my edc pistols now
I don't have the new ones yet. No complaint against Dawson. They were upfront that it will take some time to make a custom front sight.
Gotit,I know the feeling..I got a new fn high power and no one makes anything for it. Had to wait for sights to be made.....I'm gonna start carrying my 2.0 when my holster gets here
https://www.candgholsters.com/collections/s-w-m-p-10-45-4-compact/products/s-w-m-p-10-45-4-compact-owb-covert-kydex-holster-quickship
Just got this for my M&P , fits like a glove, very well made, has a cut incase you put an optic, fyi
That looks like a good deal for $60.
I thought I'd add a little more detail in my situation with Dawson Precision. So far their customer service has been excellent. A human being answers the phone and actually did the math while I was still talking to him regarding how to correct my issue. The front sight can't be lowered enough to fix the problem. They do keep a small stock of taller rear sights in case of that. Unfortunately, they didn't have the one in stock that I need. It would have been close, but still a little low. They offered me that option, or waiting 6-8 weeks to make the correct rear sight. I chose the latter.
The gentleman I spoke with couldn't have been nicer. He asked a few simple questions to determine if I was correct in my assessment, tactfully and politely, and got right to business on solving the problem. I wouldn't hesitate to do business with them again at this point.
A higher rear sight to go with the shorter tritium front? I really don't like the suppressor height sights now,lol.tjanks for keeping us updated, i will hang out and see how this turns out...hopefully picking up the fn 510 tactical tomorrow, see how that one compares
The new taller rear sight still won?t be as tall as the suppressor height original. There?s only two ways to raise the point of impact with sights. Lower the front sight or raise the rear. The standard height tritium Dawson front sight can?t be made any lower to meet the point of impact. So they?re making me a slightly taller rear, but still standard height sight. I can?t remember if the first rear sight was.245? or .255?. Acccording to their math, a .300? rear sight will correct the problem. That?s what?s in process right now.
Thanks for keeping us updated Greybeard!! I actually picked up my new FN 510 Tactical this morning, if I could figure out how to post pics on this website, which skill is evading me still, I would throw a post up.
I received the taller replacement rear sight from Dawson Precision last week. Installed it and finally got to the range today. It is absolutely perfect. The folks at Dawson couldn?t have done better. Their math was dead on.
I wanted standard height night sights on this gun and Dawson was the only option I could find. They didn?t just get it right, they nailed it!