I'm looking to get a 9mm handgun and am looking at the Glock19 Gen4 or the M&P 9mm. Price is comparable, so which do you think performs better and is more reliable? I may be leaning toward the G19 because of the higher mag capacity.

Glock 19

That is easy.

Both perform the same and have the same level of reliability. Buy the one that fits your hand better.

 

ETA: S&W offers 15rd factory magazines for NJ residents.

I may be leaning toward the G19 because of the higher mag capacity.

 

Care to explain?

 

G19 std mag = 15

M&P std mag = 17

I think he means the M&P 9c that holds 12 rds.

Everyone is entitled to 1 Glock 19 Gen4. It's in the fine print of the 2A, "thou shall bear Glock 19 Gen4".

 

I always said, if I can only own 1 gun, it would be a G19 Gen4.

I haven't fired the M&P, but I held one at the store. I own the G19 and love it. I'm going to echo j0n and say get what feels best in the hand.

I have both - a Gen3 Glock 19 and a full size M&P 9. Both are excellent guns. I prefer the Glock 19.

 

ETA: 15 round M&P 9 mags: http://www.gandrtactical.com/cgi-bin/commerce.cgi?preadd=action&key=39498

 

As others have said, it largely comes down to how the gun feels in your hand, and more importantly, how it feels in your hand when you're shooting. I have somewhat largish hands, which would make you think the M&P is a better fit for me, but for whatever reason, I feel like the 19 fills my hand better.

Go to Shore Shot and shoot them both. Then you can make an informed decision and see which feels/works best for you. Tell them you heard about them on the NJ Gun Forum and you'll get a discounted price for range time. I chose the G19 Gen4 after my test.

Whichever one has a better NPA for you. Glocks point like a$$ for me.

i recently purchase a glock 19 gen 3. i agree with the guys that saying you should go try to shoot them first, it will help you decide better. incase you don't know yet g19 gen 3 and g19 gen 4, g19 g4 will have 3 different backstrap you could choose which ever feels good on your grip, g19 gen will not have that option. goodluck.

G19 4th Gen

Have it, love it

Does Shoreshot let you try out these guns and adjust the backstraps, too? I've shot them both but just with whatever strap was on them at the range and can't decide which one I like better.

 

 

 

 

 

Care to explain?

 

G19 std mag = 15

M&P std mag = 17

 

 

Out of the box the Glock 19 has 15 rounds and the M&P std mag in NJ has 10 rounds capacity.

Out of the box the Glock 19 has 15 rounds and the M&P std mag in NJ has 10 rounds capacity.

 

S&W sells a 15rd mag for NJ residents.

Everyone is entitled to 1 Glock 19 Gen4. It's in the fine print of the 2A, "thou shall bear Glock 19 Gen4".

 

I always said, if I can only own 1 gun, it would be a G19 Gen4.

 

Amen to that brother! OTOH as Caine notes, why not get both? I've had a G19 gen.4 for a few months and love it; but I currently have an M&P 9mm on hold and plan to pick it up as soon as my OGAM wait is up.

Consider getting a Glock 23 GEN 4. Check to see if you can get a convertible barrel for about $100, 2 or 3 9mm Korean magazines for about $10, each, and if you need to, update the ejector and spring and you have two guns. One for the range and one for self-defense.

I have larger hands and prefer the M&P by a longshot as far as feel goes. I have the largest palmswell in my own M&P 9 and it fits my hand perfectly. I have shot the glock and really wasn't a fan of the feel or the angle it pointed at. I would say that the M&P I ergonomically a far more superior design then that of a glock. I'm not sure how the M&P hold up against the glock as far as underwater firing or being kicked around in the mud and still firing BUT hey I'm not planning on using it out in the middle of hurricane Irene either. From the test results I've heard of the M&P is pretty damn reliable and for me it has been 100%. I would never EVER trade my M&P for a glock ... Or XD or any polymer out there. Go M&P you won't tregret it!

I love the way the Glocks point and shoot for me. Having said that, I would prefer the M&P's. The grip width and style on the glocks just hurts my hand while shooting. And forget it if you are shooting the large frame glocks such as the 45 acp and 10mm versions.

 

The M&P's have a better grip, more ergonomical, much more in line with a 1911 or a Browning High Power, which in my opinion, are the best ergonomically designed guns.

 

Shoot them both.

 

I have not shot the Gen 4 glocks with the backstrap, but not sure how it would be.

 

Depending on your budget, if you want a plastic gun, I would look at the HK P30's. Fantastic guns, ultra reliable, and uber ergonomical, especially where all 3 panels are interchangeable. (both side panels and back)

I have the glock 23 gen4 and love it. Not one problem in 800 rds. It feels perfect in my hand but like maks said it starts to hurt after a while although you should have less of an issue with the 19. I think the size is perfect and it just plain works.If this is your first pistol I would suggest something in fullsize ie. the m&p becuase youre gonna want to do alot of shooting.If not the g19 is a great piece to add to the arsenal.

Well, everyone knows how I feel....

 

Is that slide stock from the factory? very nice!

I agree with most to feel and shoot. I have a G19 & G23. love both of them. I think the 19 its the perfect 9mm.

Well, everyone knows how I feel....

 

 

Holy Crap, where did you pick that up? I want one too!

 

To the OP, I'd go with the M&P I shot both and the M&P felt better.

It started out as a stock M&P 9mm with Mag safety.....

 

Burwell Trigger Job

Burwell Rear Sight

Robar np3 treatment to slide

Mag safety removed

 

Approx 6000rds ..... not 1 single hiccup....

 

I've got a Gen2 G19, Gen3 G19 and Gen2 G17, along w/ an M&P40 w/ M&P9 conversion barrel and mags (15rnd of course ).

 

As others have said, you have to shoot both to see which you like better. I find the M&P's require more effort on my part to shoot well w/ them. YMMV.

 

Other factors to consider.

 

M&P can potentially have a better trigger w/ parts polishing/Apex trigger parts installed/Dan Burwell trigger job.

Glocks are easier to tinker with. I don't like that to access the firing pin safety on the M&P, you have to remove the rear sight.

Spare parts are easier to find for the Glock, but M&P is coming on strong.

 

ETA: A few people have mentioned that they like the feel of the M&P better. I have to agree w/ this. However, I don't believe having a better "feel" equates to shooting the weapon better. Glocks have a notorious reputation as having a brick like feel. No question, they do. Where as the M&P has curves and the angles flow better. The M&P "feels" better in the hand. However, the wider, flatter and more blocky grip of the Glock really allows me to get a solid grip and hold the weapon still during trigger pull and when the weapon is firing (especially true of the Gen4). The more rounded front strap and back strap of the M&P grip has me resetting after each shot. Also, my one ergonomic gripe on the M&P is the area under the trigger guard needs to be relieved. For me, it's wide and forces my strong hand middle finger into an almost awkward position. I've taken sand paper to this area on my M&P and relieved the area. It's a subtle difference that, for me, makes a difference. Working up the balls to actually stipple and reshape the backstrap/frontstrap.

been carrying the M&P9c for over a year now, absolutely love it, off duty I carry the flush 12 round mag and to and from work carry the 15 round with a x grip extension. Was first going to get the G26 but just didn't like the grip, I have large hands and the G26 just didn't feel right, the M&P fit my hand just right. Now looking to get the M&P 22. Bill

If an M&P could do this

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBjUDCyDCuI

 

then get one

If an M&P could do this

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBjUDCyDCuI

 

then get one

 

Man, that looks like it could get expensive in a hurry!

If an M&P could do this

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBjUDCyDCuI

 

then get one

 

I think........... I need a tissue

I didn't realize that you can get 15rd mags for the M&P9 (fullsize). I thought 10 or 17 only, which is why I preferred the G19 w/15rd mags. I already have an M&P 22 that I really like, so I may just end up with the M&P 9 and get some 15rd mags. I compared my 22 to the 9 and they are virtually identical with the exception that the 9 was heavier. I went to Shore Shot and tried out a G19 Gen3 but not a Gen4 or the M&P9 (out for service). As many suggested, I'll wait until I can try both and get what feels AND shoots better for me.

 

On another note, my friend just got is FID/P2P and really liked the feel of the Sig 226. I never handled it and he never handled a G19 or M&P 9. How would the Sig fair in the mix?

 

Thanks,

Mike