S&W SD 40 VE for CCW??

[rbmenefee]

I'm trying to get my first concealed carry, but my budget is kind of limited. I'm really looking for a .40 and came across the Smith and Wesson SD40VE for a little under $400. All the reviews I've read seem to indicate that it is a great gun, but due to the price I'm a little skeptical that maybe this is too good to be true. Thoughts?

 

[ttrimcobra]

GREAT gun. have put 700 at least trouble free rounds through mine since december! Carried from the day i got my permit up until i bought my M&P! The sd is seconday night stand gun! Only downside to the gun is the trigger is not good but the apex trigger kit helps some.

 

[rbmenefee]

What was your issue with the trigger?

 

[Pitbullguy81]

Because it has no thumb safety, it has a long trigger pull, I think that is the biggest complaint about it, its around 7lbs I believe. About the only safety on it is the trigger, similar to a Glock but different style.

If I am right, Glock sued Smith over the Sigma series because it was so similar to Glock. I suppose you could call it a Glock knock off.....or a "Glock off" lol

 

[church]

Glock off! lol

 

[GoBoilers!]

I've owned and shot the SW9ve and the sw40ve. Had no problems with either one. I actually liked the stiffer trigger better than my Glock (Blasphemy to some....) I believe the SD40ve is an upgraded version with a better trigger and standard rail. It ought to be a pretty decent pistol. I'd say to go for it.

 

[undeRGRound]

I'm trying to get my first concealed carry, but my budget is kind of limited. I'm really looking for a .40 and came across the Smith and Wesson SD40VE for a little under $400. All the reviews I've read seem to indicate that it is a great gun, but due to the price I'm a little skeptical that maybe this is too good to be true. Thoughts?

That's not even a great price!!! We have a place here in TH
That has one for lots less...



Smith and Wesson
SD40VE 40SW 4 inch

Item Condition: Factory New

MSRP - $379.00
Our Price - $317.40


So don't get burnt on that price, 379 is MSRP.

 

[Slow Hand]

I bought one for my wife last year and she really likes it! I've shot it some and it's a good gun. She put about four hundred rounds through it last October in one day with not a single malfunction. It's almost identical in size to my Glock 19 and this one has a decent trigger. Better than the M&P .45 I tried out recently.

My wife loves red, so I made her this kydex holster for it. She doesn't carry but I figured it'd be good for range and yard use.

 

[ruger1968]

bought one for son in law 2 years ago but it got stolen

 

[Dewidmt]

Nothing wrong with the S&W SD's! I carried a Sigma for quite awhile, SD is just an upgraded Sigma. The Sigma is still my bedroom gun, I think having a long heavy trigger pull is an advantage when I'm just waking up.

 

[ttrimcobra]

The sd is about 9 lb trigger pull. Putting the apex kit brought it down a bit and helped with my tendecy to shoot a little low and left. nothing too crazy and again i wouldnt even give a second thought to trusting my life to it everyday. i just like my M&P trigger better, but the sd is NEVER going anywhere!

 

[sparkyfender]

I have a friend at work who prefers this exact S&W for his carry gun.

He swears by it, and I have no reason not to believe him.

 

[LtScott14]

I have owned quite a few semi auto pistols past and now. Glocks, Beretta, Sig Sauer, and Smith & Wesson. All worked well, some had an issue or two, but all you could depend on.

I recently acquired a SD40VE, 2 tone finish, from my nephew who became un-employed. Has 2-14rd mags(ss steel), box, papers, and a box of 40 cal target ammo. He fired exactly 2- 14rd mags of ammo, cleaned and boxed.

Gave him $325.00, and this is a nice firearm. The sights are plastic, with painted dots(Glocks do the same), great hand fit, user friendly controls, trigger is a bit stiff, you can learn to shoot it though! He did have a Fobus holster for it, included. Perfect fit, no rattle.

I am looking forward to shooting this handgun. I have fired Sigmas and don't feel they are total trash. Different is all. Very similar to the Glocks I carried for over 18yrs as a Deputy Marshal. By the way, I carry a Glock 19 every day, as a retired LEO.

It is your choice, there are more expensive ways to go, I don't think you will make a mistake. See if you can fire a rental or attend an INGO shoot, test firing confirms the trigger pull(they are long compared to a Glock), and gives you a chance to talk them up. The shoots seem like a good way to meet people, and handle different firearms. Most of the guys seem like dedicated shooters and will give you a lot of info in a short time.

I read a lot of Sigma bashing, but there are opinions on everything.Will continue to make my own opinion based on facts.

Good Luck on your decision.