Smith and Wesson M&p vrs Glock 26

[smktr8]

Has anyone shot both these guns? M&P 9c or glock 26. I am looking at getting a new subcompact
and I am just not sure what way to go. I have a Glock 17 and love it. It has never failed even when I try to make it. I also am wondering why Smith and Wesson named the M&p the way they did from what I can find the no police dept issues them some have band them and the military dose not use them. Any one have any clue on this one also?

 

[gb6491]

I also am wondering why Smith and Wesson named the M&p the way they did from what I can find the no police dept issues them some have band them and the military dose not use them. Any one have any clue on this one also?

It seems they are seeing some military and police/security sales:
"Michael F. Golden, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, '...Sales of our M&P products remained strong, supported by a number of law enforcement and international orders. In fact, we shipped our first order to Iraq in the second quarter, consisting of M&P pistols for Iraqi military and security forces. To date, our M&P pistols have been selected by 465 law enforcement agencies and continue to win over 80% of all contests in which they compete...' " (reference)
Regards,
Greg

 

[DawgsFan_07]

I've got the SW MP 40c and love it. Very accurate, very comfortable, put close to 500 rounds through it so far, FMJ, HP, different manufacturers with no problems. (My gf limp wristed it once and got a FTF, I don't count that.)

I am pretty particular about keeping my guns clean though, so I don't know if it will jam if you let it get fouled up.

I'm not a Glock basher, I just don't like the feel or the trigger.

My $.02, see if you can borrow one of each from some buddies or a range rental, shoot each and see how you like 'em.

 

[Fumbler]

I don't have any comments other than the NC Forest Service issues M&P 40s to our LEOs.
A couple of local police agencies in NC also have them.

 

[Mags]

Love my M&P9c and my bud's M&P 45. No complaints. I think the name came from S&W tring to get a military contact with the U.S. But the M&P is definetly issued among U.S. LEO. Here in NM all state agncies issue the M&P including the DPS and NM staties.

 

[tydephan]

I've owned and shot both.

My Experience:
My Glock 26 had a much more crisp trigger and a much more positive reset than the M&P9c.

That's about the only advantage I'd give to the Glock.

The stock sights on the M&P9c are better. The ergonomics are not much of a contest. They both conceal about as easily. They both are extremely accurate guns. I've found my M&P9c to be just as durable and dependable as the Glock 26, which I carried for about 2 years before switching over to the 9c.

When I first got my M&P, it did make a trip back to the factory due to a mag release problem. It was fixed in 12 days and Smith compensated me with a set of night sights for the troubles. I've had a good many rounds down the pipe since then to make sure to flush out any potential issues and so far it has been perfect.

If you have the opportunity, shoot both and see which one you prefer in YOUR hand. For me, it was the 9c. But I wouldn't hesitate to trust my life with a G26 either.

 

[D Rock]

Own both, shoot both

I have put about 4K rounds thru each since January. Field strip and clean after every trip to the range. Never a problem with either.

I used to prefer the sights on the 9c but just recently put an Aro-Tek tritium sight on the front of the 26 and now I like it even better. The 9c had less felt recoil (not much) until I added a Wolff metal rod/spring combo to the 26. Now going back and forth is even easier. Love them both.

One thing I give the Glock over the 9c is user friendly detail striping. You need a lot less tools. Magazines are cheaper and more readily available for the Glock. I still cary the 9c, just like the feel because I had it first.

Dave

 

[cyclopsshooter]

Just for a bit of history the m&p trademark predates smiths numerical model system- the model 10 was a s&w m&p untill the 50s i think

 

[tydephan]

One thing I give the Glock over the 9c is user friendly detail striping. You need a lot less tools. Magazines are cheaper and more readily available for the Glock. I still cary the 9c, just like the feel because I had it first.

The 9c can be field stripped just like the Glock (by pulling the trigger). However for those that feel uncomfortable doing that, or want a "safer" method of field stripping, the M&P offers the sear deactivation lever. I use the sear lever and typically just flip it down with my fingernail while checking the chamber.

Granted, I've been breaking down both guns for a few years, but I see no discernible difference in the method nor the time it takes to break down either gun.

However I do agree with your assessment about mags. Good point.

 

[D Rock]

Detail not Field

Sorry, guess I didn't make myself clear. I Field Strip after every trip to the range. Detail Strip involves taking down the slide and frame to the basic parts for cleaning which they recommend every year for a Glock. I do it after about 2K rounds.

Sorry for the confusion

Dave

 

[willbrink]

"M&p the way they did from what I can find the no police dept issues them"

I know a bunch who issue them and the number is growing quickly. They are fine handguns for their intended market and use for the $$$.

 

[tydephan]

Nope D Rock, that was my fault. I failed at speed reading. I do agree with you on that point. The detail strip is a bit easier on the Glock.

Sorry 'bout that.

 

[Hanafuda]

I'm very pleased with my M&P fullsize 9mm. I do prefer it overall to the Glock 17, although the Glock obviously has the advantage when it comes to parts availability and aftermarket.

But, if I already had a G17 and liked it, as the OP states, then I wouldn't even be looking at alternatives - get the G26. It shares parts and magazines with your G17, so isn't it a no-brainer?

 

[RatDrall]

If you have a G17, buy the G26 if you're looking for a smaller (but still blocky) double stack 9mm - The magazines and holsters interchange.

 

[skwab]

Own both and love both - but if I had to pick one over the other it would be my M&P - every time I shoot it, it reminds me how easy is it is to shoot well - I'm just always amazed that the thing is a subcompact. Never had a failure of any sort with all types of ammo - highly recommend it.

 

[Quoheleth]

Smith used the M&P moniker from the early 1900s before the Model 10 was the Model 10 or even the Victory model. They were called M&P to recognize or signify Smith's desire to produce a "modern" double-action in that hot, new .38 Special cartridge for cops & service personel.

They kept the M&P name alive as part of history and as part of their desire to brand a product for sales - thus the modern M&P pistol, revolver, and AR.

For all who brag on the 1911 as approaching the 100 year mark (and we should!), the original M&P, aka Model 10 revolver, is already past the century mark and still selling.

As an aside, how much would be gained, practically speaking, from swapping a full-size M&P9 for the compact version for purpose of concealed carry?

Q

 

[smktr8]

I have tried to shoot both I shot the M&p 9c yesterday at Smith and Wesson it was right on with no changes to the sites. I have not shot the glock 26. I live in Mass so it is like finding a pin in the ocean to find one at a gun range. I know where one is for sale. The M&P dose have a much heavyer trigger then my glock 17. The guy at the range/Smith store says they have to be 10Lb trigger pull in Mass it is the law. My glock has 5Lb because it was here befor the Glock Ban in Mass I can't even buy a new one here sence 1998. I have been told that glock has once tried to make Mass happy to change things to there laws but it was not good enough. After some reading I do not think they will ever try it anymore.