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opinions of the S&W Military-Police....
- Thread starter aspen1964
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Person of Interest
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The M&P is perhaps THE classic DA revolver. Built on the K frame, variations include numerous calibers and finishes. S&W has made millions of them.
The M&P is a little smaller and lighter than a Colt Official Police and of course the usual differences in trigger systems apply. Many S&W shooters hate the Colt trigger. Most of my revolvers are Smiths but I like my Colts and shoot them without concern regarding the differing trigger feel.
The M&P is a little smaller and lighter than a Colt Official Police and of course the usual differences in trigger systems apply. Many S&W shooters hate the Colt trigger. Most of my revolvers are Smiths but I like my Colts and shoot them without concern regarding the differing trigger feel.
dallasconundrum
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I can't speak for the Colt, as I don't have one. But I do have a M&P, and I really like it (save for the current problem I am having now, see my post). The action is smooth as silk on it, and I am of the opinion that with their fixed sights, they would make an excellent "truck gun." I just wish that I could find a good deal on one that is already a little "roughed up" as mine is near mint and I can't bring myself to leave it in the truck for fear that it will get stolen, or scratched up by all the random crap I have in my truck at any given time.
Sir William
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Depends. Both are found in 38 Special, some are heat treated and some aren't depending on when they were made, the same can be said for dropping one as the hammer block safety wasn't an issue until WWII and USN M&Ps were dropped and killed sailors, the care shown in manufacturing is far better in Colts. The S&W M&P can easily be stripped, parts of different revolvers and screws thrown in a heap and working revolvers reassembled without fitting. Colt revolvers required hand assembly, parts to be fitted and show the care of craftsmen in assembly. Both are good weapons and proven designs. Both were morphed into 357 Magnum revolvers. I prefer Colts for their smoothness and sleekness in aestheics. I have several M&Ps too. I enjoy shooting a M&P 38 Special with 5" barrel and round butt often. If you have a Colt Official Police, a S&W M&P is a nice contrast. I am lucky enough to have Colt and S&W revolvers. If you can find a unmolested M&P, purchase it. You will like it. I have 2" through 5" M&Ps and a WWII British Officer issue in 38 S&W NOT a so-called Victory model. All are stock with 0 changes or parts broken. If you have not guessed yet, I like my M&Ps but, I own and shoot Colt revolvers as well. The only thing I have ever had an issue with is the S&W M&Ps were built with tight chambers for a time. I have one that will only accept factory ammunition, reloads will not chamber as they are swollen.