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Opinions on the S&W SD9VE

3.2K views 11 replies 9 participants last post by  Shortfuze  
#1 ·
Looking for an inexpensive full size 9mm for home defense & IDPA use. The S&W SD9VE fit the bill. From what I see on google it gets pretty descent reviews. What say you CSC?
 
#2 ·
I have 2 SD40VE's and I love them. You can not beat them for the money. Are they as nice as my M&P 40 VTAC? Well no, but there is a huge difference in cost.
 
#6 ·
Just my advice, save another $100 and get an M&P. I have three M&P's, and you will see them with LEOs, a lot at IDPA competitions, and CCW weapons. With the ergos, the extra back straps, it is one of Smith's bread and butters.
 
#7 ·
Just my advice, save another $100 and get an M&P. I have three M&P's, and you will see them with LEOs, a lot at IDPA competitions, and CCW weapons. With the ergos, the extra back straps, it is one of Smith's bread and butters.
Without saying ANYTHING bad about the aforementioned SD9VE, I'm in this camp too. The issue isn't the gun as much as it's aftermarket parts, holsters, lights, lasers, sights, triggers, etc. You can pick up a USED M&P9 for $sub-400 on this very forum from time to time.

That's not an impeachment of it's "little brother" but if you're going to shoot IDPA, you're going to put some rounds thru it. Might as well go to the full-featured model.
 
#8 ·
Neighbor has the SD9ve and its a great little shooter for the money! It's about what youd expect for that price point. Feels cheaper than slightly higher priced guns but it is cheaper. I don't know how well suited it would be for competition in the long run (not sure how well it would handle higher round counts) but it's a very good pistol for occasional use and personal protection. Shoots straight and is reliable.
 
#9 ·
Got a chance to handle one today. The trigger is atrocious.

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#11 ·
That is the biggest drawback. I had a SW40V way back when and could necpver get used to it's long, heavy, gritty trigger.

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Even the shape is a bit uncomfortable.

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