Barms 98 Posted May 13, 2012 This is a follow up to the great responses on "ballpark prices in 9mm I started recently". Okay, so I tried the M&P in .40, but my intention is to own a 9mm next. Is it fair to compare guns if the calibers are different? I shot the M&P in .40, but the PX4 Storm i am going to try is in 9mm. Am i cheating myselft not doing an apples-to-apples? i'm at the mercy of rental inventories, ya know? i guess the responses will be "it depends". obviously recoil is going to be different. And i've shot enough to not just be swayed by recoil, i know the fit, ergonomics, weight, sights, etc is what matters. But just anymore insight you can offer would be great, about the pitfalls of comparing a model in a different caliber. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
when_shtf 4 Posted May 13, 2012 Yes for the most part, but here is something to keep in mind: Unlike most "family" or series of handguns, the M&P's are available in many different configurations such as different trigger pulls, magazine rounds (which will effect weight and balance) and obviously barrel lengths. Make sure that the .40 you shoot is configured like the 9mm that you ultimately want. Or, if you like the M&P that you try, make sure you can get a 9mm with the same configuration. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zoid 24 Posted May 14, 2012 Yes and no. Grip and everything will be same. Trigger will be same. Just don't judge it by accuracy cause 40sw is for some people more snappy and hence less accurate than 9mm. I'm not saying 40sw is a less accurate round, I'm just saying many people shoot 9mm better. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites