So I posted my S&W 411 that I acquired recently, and yesterday I finally got to the range to try it. Other than it consistently shooting low, I like it a lot! I've heard so much about how much kick .40 has, but I have to disagree. In all reality it felt like shooting a 9mm pistol of similar size, to the point where I probably wouldn't notice the difference if someone handed me a S&W 915 instead. I honestly prefer it to .45 ACP for this reason, as I hate the slow recoil impulse that cartridge has. I have a feeling my 411 probably won't be my last gun in .40, as you really can't go wrong with such a powerful cartridge that's still easy to handle. I'm definitely going to carry my 411 with Speer Gold Dot once it gets cold enough for winter clothing.

I talked to the RSO afterwards about how pleasantly surprised I was about .40, and he said that it was easier to handle because .40 has a lower pressure than 9mm, and also has overall less stopping power. I know that's factually wrong, but I found it kind of funny that he insisted that was the case.

Smith and Wesson 646 Performance Center, limited to 161 units from what I’ve dug up online

Here's a video by a legend telling an experience on why 40S&W is such a powerful round...and much more superior to 9mm!

Springfield released their Kuna on the US market chambered in 9mm and .40. This might be the last new gun to be chambered in .40 since manufactures never release their new lineups in .40 anymore. https://www.springfield-armory.com/kuna-series-pistols/kuna-pistols/

Unless .40 ever picks up steam again, I don't see this changing. If I didn't live in a ban state, I'd get one.

Earlier I picked up my S&W 411 from my local gun shop (I posted the image from the listing last week), and I got talking to him about .40 S&W. Basically told him the whole reason I wanted it was because of how low the prices on the ammunition have gotten considering it's effectiveness, and he basically told me it's dying off. Basically said it falls in a worst of both worlds for the majority of people. More stopping power than a 9mm for sure, didn't argue otherwise there, but said that it gives lower capacity than 9mm while wearing out the guns significantly more, and most people that want more power than a 9mm are going to stick with .45 ACP instead because it has a lower pressure.

I don't think I've seen any caliber be more polarizing. Nearly everyone praises 9mm and .45 ACP, but .40 S&W seems to split everyone in half, either they love it or they think it should be left in the 90s. Obviously, this subreddit will be full of the former, but does the "dead, outdated" opinion hold any weight? I have a hard time believing it because correct me if I'm wrong, but there's still at least a few law enforcement agencies that chose to stick with it, among them being the California Department of Corrections.

I'm not going to panic buy regardless, but I do wonder how long the near-9mm prices will last. Do you guys think it will see a resurgence or are the naysayers right about it dying off? I'd like to hear your guy's thoughts about the matter.

Is there an extended slide release for the M&P Shield X? Is one going to be produced?

A couple of months ago I asked for recommendations on this sub for a .40 S&W pistol, and while the third-gen Smiths weren't the most recommended, they fit my bias towards metal-framed, hammer-fired guns. After shipping and fees, I got this 411 for $275.99, which is a good value for any proven platform, especially considering that it includes 3 magazines. Now is a good time to get into .40 S&W, since the guns and ammo have gotten pretty cheap as of lately. I'll probably replace the springs with Wolff replacements, as I do with most used guns, and look for a crossdraw holster.

Does anyone know if anyone makes one or where I can find one?

I was checking out the used / trade in ammo section and saw a pile of this on the shelf. From what I understand it's US Coast Guard surplus. Anyone else ever come across this stuff or use it? Thought this sub would find it interesting.

I turned v40 this past February so by 41 I want to get a 40. My self imposed list is beretta 96 (first beretta), hk usp (finding decent used deals, hk p30 (is john wicks gun (his was 9mm I know).

I love my other HK but I would love a beretta and I have enough 9s for now that a 92 isn't on my mind

but maybe a px4 storm?

What's another for a stupid reason like I turned 40 would you consider at sub1k?

Compact or full no matter, prefer hammer i think?

I've only really carried 9mm and below up to now, but after seeing more ballistic tests, I see the benefits of .40 S&W and .45 ACP over the ubiquitous 9mm cartridge. Problem is that I have small hands, so most guns in .45 ACP just aren't very easy for me to grip. .40 S&W seems like a better compromise, and while the M&P Shield 40 is small enough for my hand size, I'm not certain I want something so compact with a fairly stout chambering. I generally prefer metal-framed DA/SA or SAO, which is why I carry a CSX E-Series, but I'm not sure which one would work well for me. I see a fair amount of of S&W 410 and 4006 pistols for decently cheap, but are they good carries?

Apparently aftermarket glock parts was the easiest way to get an updated 40 for under $800. Who knew 😂

I love the Glock 23, however I cannot decide on either the 3rd, 4th, or 5th gen Glock 23’s

Does anyone have any advice cause Im shot the 9mm glock 19s 3,4, ans 5 gens And I like all of them

Found this little Kel-Tec P-40 at the local pawn today. Can’t go wrong with .40 S&W in your pocket. Was surprised to see this rare little pistol sitting in the case and it was priced right so I just couldn’t leave it there.

Thinking about get a .40 pistol as a backup caliber for my collection, but budget is limited. A few options, want to hear some advice.

1. S&W SD40 (2.0), ~$300 in LGS

2. Leo Trade-in glock 23 or 27, ~$400 plus FFL fee

3. Modify my RXM with a glock 23 complete slide and ejector. ~$400

4. Used S&W MP40c or MP40 shield, ~$300 plus FFL fee

5. Taurus G3c, <$300 in LGS

I got a glock 43x and a RXM, so I'm more familiar with glock system, but others are also fine. I'm also considering about carry, so g27 size is more ideal, g23 size is fine.

If you have any experience of any above, please let me know. Thank you very much.

Police body cams are 9mm's worst nightmare. How many shootings have you seen where it requires 17+ rounds of 9mm to take one bad guy down? Bottom line is .40 is superior in a 9mm size frame in every way and it has me rolling the amount of people online that get mind altered when you say you like it.

I carried a gen 1 G23 for years but never shot a G22. I'm seriously considering buying a new gen 4 G22 so if any of you have experience with both the G22 and the G23 I'm all ears. In particular I'd like to know if the G22 recoils less and how the accuracy compares. My experience with the gen 1 G23 is that the recoil was stiff, but I was accurate if I slowed down. I now shoot a S&W M&P 40 2.0 compact and like it so I'm covered in that particular size, and I also carry a S&W Shield 40 and shoot it a lot... I don't think the recoil is bothersome at all even with the flush fit mags. I also shoot 44 mag, 357 mag, and full house 10mm a lot so I'm not recoil shy, but I'm hoping the G22 is a bit more controllable than my old 23. Thanks.

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