PatrickBateman
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Would be used as a bedside gun. Merits/Downfalls of each?
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Glock 17 vs M&P9 vs FNX-9
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marine6680
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They are all very similar. Most of the difference is in the ergonomics... How the gun feels.
I vaguely recall a mentioning of reliability issues for the FN... But I have heard about issues for the other two as well. In general, you should find all three reliable and built well.
I will say... That an M&P with an Apex trigger kit is a thing of beauty as far as the trigger is concerned.
I vaguely recall a mentioning of reliability issues for the FN... But I have heard about issues for the other two as well. In general, you should find all three reliable and built well.
I will say... That an M&P with an Apex trigger kit is a thing of beauty as far as the trigger is concerned.
The FNX is a hammer gun, sa/da. A more apples to apples would be the FNS, which is striker fired.
All three are good choices, all will be reliable. Aftermarket hurts the FN pistols more then anything, being dominated by Glock, then S&W.
Handle all three, pick the one that fits you best. I wouldn't be afraid to protect myself, and family, with any of them. On duty I've carried Glock and FN FNP, a fellow deputy loves his M&P. Really can't go wrong here, IMHO.
All three are good choices, all will be reliable. Aftermarket hurts the FN pistols more then anything, being dominated by Glock, then S&W.
Handle all three, pick the one that fits you best. I wouldn't be afraid to protect myself, and family, with any of them. On duty I've carried Glock and FN FNP, a fellow deputy loves his M&P. Really can't go wrong here, IMHO.
Uncle Malice
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I would go Glock or M&P. The FN wouldn't even be on my radar.
The M&P with an Apex Tactical trigger package is just about the best trigger you can get on a striker fired gun. The reset is great too on new models. The M&P has slowly evolved. It used to have a horrid trigger with ZERO perceived reset. Even the factory triggers are not bad these days, though they usually have a good bit of over travel. They do have a nice audible and felt reset though.
Glock is... well, Glock. The trigger is adequate but there is a myriad of options available for aftermarket triggers. Sights are just about the only real issue with Glocks though. The factory ones suck, but luckily again, there is a wealth of aftermarket support. I'm a huge fan of Trijicon HD sights. Not cheap, but very, very good.
The M&P with an Apex Tactical trigger package is just about the best trigger you can get on a striker fired gun. The reset is great too on new models. The M&P has slowly evolved. It used to have a horrid trigger with ZERO perceived reset. Even the factory triggers are not bad these days, though they usually have a good bit of over travel. They do have a nice audible and felt reset though.
Glock is... well, Glock. The trigger is adequate but there is a myriad of options available for aftermarket triggers. Sights are just about the only real issue with Glocks though. The factory ones suck, but luckily again, there is a wealth of aftermarket support. I'm a huge fan of Trijicon HD sights. Not cheap, but very, very good.
joe-lumber
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I have shot my brother's FNX-9 and I was not as accurate as I am with my Glock. I have changed the sights on the Glock to be 3 dot night sights which might help in a darkend room. Also had the 3.5 trigger connector installed and that helped with accuracy. The M&P9 have not shot but it should be good also. The FNX has if I remember correctly a saftey mounted on the side which might add to your confidence. Let us know which one you purchase.
I have shot my brother's FNX-9 and I was not as accurate as I am with my Glock. I have changed the sights on the Glock to be 3 dot night sights which might help in a darkend room. Also had the 3.5 trigger connector installed and that helped with accuracy. The M&P9 have not shot but it should be good also. The FNX has if I remember correctly a saftey mounted on the side which might add to your confidence. Let us know which one you purchase.
Independent George
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Wouldn't it make more sense to compare the striker-fired FNS-9 to the others, rather than the hammer-fired FNX-9?
Realistically, all three are similar enough that it really comes down to ergonomics, which is 100% subjective. I suppose the FN currently has fewer aftermarket accessories available, but ultimately, nobody here can tell you which is better for you.
Realistically, all three are similar enough that it really comes down to ergonomics, which is 100% subjective. I suppose the FN currently has fewer aftermarket accessories available, but ultimately, nobody here can tell you which is better for you.
Would be used as a bedside gun. Merits/Downfalls of each?
The FNX is a DA/SA pistol compared to the other options, which are constant-action striker-fired pistols.
Personally, I believe DA/SA pistols are a better option for bedside duty (though the FNX would not be my first choice).
Even though we all try to practice proper trigger discipline, doing so can be easily compromised by pitch-black conditions (when you can not necessarily see what you are doing) or the disorientation of awakening quickly in the middle of the night, and the longer/heavier first trigger squeeze of a DA/SA system adds a significant margin of safety, while not compromising effectiveness.
Addressing the issue of trigger discipline in the dark...
I feel that even bedside guns are best when drawn from a holster. That way, you start out with the trigger covered by the holster as you grasp the weapon...thereby preventing your finger from accidentally getting inside the trigger guard.
I feel that even bedside guns are best when drawn from a holster. That way, you start out with the trigger covered by the holster as you grasp the weapon...thereby preventing your finger from accidentally getting inside the trigger guard.
Addressing the issue of trigger discipline in the dark...
I feel that even bedside guns are best when drawn from a holster. That way, you start out with the trigger covered by the holster as you grasp the weapon...thereby preventing your finger from accidentally getting inside the trigger guard.
That is a valid point and practice, but my guess is that the vast majority of HD guns are not kept holstered, and even if so, there is still the issue of disorientation due to awakening. I believe DA/SA just adds that extra margin of safety with no real downsides. YMMV.
- I choose Glock over the M&P because of the not so nice M&P stock trigger.
- Also, I like the Glock's partially cock striker system than the M&Ps almost fully cock striker system.
- Most Glock users develop callus on the middle finger of the shooting hand where the trigger guard rubs. It can be painful when new to shooting Glocks. I still vote Glock over M&P.
So, Glock ..... but M&P is more comfortable in the hand and has a milder felt recoil.
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- Also, I like the Glock's partially cock striker system than the M&Ps almost fully cock striker system.
- Most Glock users develop callus on the middle finger of the shooting hand where the trigger guard rubs. It can be painful when new to shooting Glocks. I still vote Glock over M&P.
So, Glock ..... but M&P is more comfortable in the hand and has a milder felt recoil.
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