SW M&P9c or Ruger SR9C
Anybody compared these side by side at the range? Held both today at a shop and liked how the SW felt more than the Ruger. Currently carry a Kahr CW9 (which will not win any beauty contest) but want a little more capacity than the 7+1.
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I have not played with that Ruger.
Handguns really come down to fit.
With that said I dont like the feel of most compacts, but I have been carrying an M&P9c for a couple years now0 -
I have shot the S&W and liked it. I'm a big Ruger fan but sad to say I won't buy a SR9c yet because Ruger is still having way too many issues with them. I like the way both guns fit in my hand perfectly. I'd buy the S&W in a heartbeat if I were in the market for a gun like that. 0 -
I had a m&p 9mm (not the compact though) and I couldn't get rid of it fast enough! It looked great and fit my hand like a glove but it felt like it had sand in the trigger, I was told by my gunsmith that it couldn't be fixed, and it patterned like a shotgun. Seriously, i couldnt hit a barn from the inside with it. I hated it!
I've been spending some range time with the sr40c lately and its a sweetie! The reliability is 100%, the accuracy is simply outstanding, the price is right, it has adjustable low profile snag free sights, and it has a great warranty should you ever need it. I would expect the 9mm to perform the same. The sights are a little small for my personal preference but that can easily be fixed with aftermarket if you decide its important enough.
My vote obviously goes to the ruger. My smith may have just been a lemon because I don't see these kinds of reviews from everyone else, but even if it was perfect, it couldn't beat the ruger for the price and features.0 -
midnight you say Ruger has a warranty--when did this happen? They do not have any sort of written o warranty.
Directly from Rugers FAQ page
Why No Warranty Card Has Been Packed With Your New Ruger Firearm?
The Magnuson-Moss Act (Public Law 93-637) does not require any seller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a written warranty. It does provide that if a written warranty is given, it must be designated as "limited" or as "full" and sets minimum standards for a "full" warranty. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has elected not to provide any written warranty, either "limited" or "full", rather than to attempt to comply with the provisions of the Magnuson-Moss Act and the regulations issued thereunder. There are certain implied warranties under state law with respect to sales of consumer goods. As the extent and interpretation of these implied warranties varies from state to state, you should refer to your state statutes. Sturm, Ruger & Company wishes to assure its customers of its continued interest in providing service to owners of Ruger firearms.
They are pretty good about fixing your gun if it does break though so at least they stand behind their products.0 -
quote:Originally posted by ruger41
midnight you say Ruger has a warranty--when did this happen? They do not have any sort of written o warranty.
Directly from Rugers FAQ page
Why No Warranty Card Has Been Packed With Your New Ruger Firearm?
The Magnuson-Moss Act (Public Law 93-637) does not require any seller or manufacturer of a consumer product to give a written warranty. It does provide that if a written warranty is given, it must be designated as "limited" or as "full" and sets minimum standards for a "full" warranty. Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. has elected not to provide any written warranty, either "limited" or "full", rather than to attempt to comply with the provisions of the Magnuson-Moss Act and the regulations issued thereunder. There are certain implied warranties under state law with respect to sales of consumer goods. As the extent and interpretation of these implied warranties varies from state to state, you should refer to your state statutes. Sturm, Ruger & Company wishes to assure its customers of its continued interest in providing service to owners of Ruger firearms.
They are pretty good about fixing your gun if it does break though so at least they stand behind their products.
Well that's pretty much it. If a company stands behind their products and makes repairs when repairs are needed, that's pretty much a "warranty" as far as I'm concerned. I've gotten repairs made on burris scopes, kimber firearms, and simmons scopes and while they all have "warranties", I cannot provide proof of purchase for any of them. However, the companies have stood behind the products and fixed or replaced my items for free. Based on Rugers' reputation, I'd expect the same service from them.
Then again, Smith&Wesson told me my m&p could not be repaired and it DID have a warranty. They were willing to do absolutely nothing for me. How much is that little card worth to you?0 -
I have used an M&P 9C for about 1 1/2 years and love it.
Tried the Ruger SR9C and didn't like the trigger or feel - though I am sure it is made well. I strongly urge you to try both out before deciding or at least go and see how they fit & feel.
A carry firearm is just too personal to be left to the recommendations of strangers. At best you might learn if there are repeat problems with a weapon but that's about it.
Good luck.
Oh, if money matters and you qualify S&W has a good military and police rebate program.0 -
I carry a M&P .45 for work, I helped test the series when we were in trial phase. There are springs that can be changed, and other more detailed things to smooth out the trigger pull. I can't do that on my duty weapon, but have on the one I bought for myself. I still carry a Glock 19 75% of the time off duty, as its always hot as heck here. I plan on getting a S&W 9c to replace the Glock. The SW is modular and you can replace every thing in the gun, including the frame if needed. I took the armorers course and was suprised at the simplicity, they basically took a Glock and made it better. I think the Tenifer finish on the Glock is better than the melonite finish on the SW. Some of the beach towns here carry the Glock and have no rust problems. We have had some rust problems with the Smith on our boat patrol. Basically anything you can do to a Glock to enhance the trigger pull can be done to a Smith. It may be a question of availabilty when it comes to the accessories as Glock has been around along time and Smith is the new kid on the block. I like the Ruger, but it still has some issues going on. It is the only gun that Ruger has made, that I have dealt with, that has had extensive issues. Rugers are normally bullet proof.
Thats my two cents worth, Good luck and let us know which you choose and how it works out.0
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