My first firearm that I ever bought was a smith 40 cal sigma series. I bought it back in 2001 or 2002 and I still have it to this very day. The last firearm that I bought was a smith m&p 40 caliber.
I carried one of those for a couple of years. I still can't understand why it doesn't get more respect from the so-called gun experts. I never had a single issue with mine, other than the fact that it was just a tad on the heavy side for everyday carry, and it's size made it just a little bit uncomfortable sometimes, especially caring appendix. That's the only reason I got rid of mine and went to a shield. I still think the SD40 is a good self defense carry gun and I don't understand why it is dismissed all the tactical guys. Most of them always complain about that long heavy trigger pull, but Smith and Wesson did that on purpose because it is strictly meant to be a self-defense gun, hence the long trigger pull.
It was my first gun purchase...I did have a trigger job done because I wanted to be more accurate, but you're right...for self defense it's designed VERY well out of the box.
Nice shooting brother! I try to rotate through each gun I own so that I can be as proficient as possible if and when thing's go south. I also own one of these and the stopping power is top notch. Stay blessed 🙏🏻🇺🇲
I have a 40 caliber witness and it is a great gun, it is actually the most accurate pistol I have and I love it but I never did care much for a striker fire pistol but that's my preference I'm sure yours is a good weapon it seemed fairly accurate and never had any jams so you can't complain about that, I couldn't imagine trying to defend myself with a pistol that wasn't reliable
I guess he's not familiar with the hinge trigger that is the safety. Maybe holster it when you walk down to check the target or when you're not shooting. Or just forget having the holster idk
Good point. I guess I never really thought of that as a safety. Of course, you can tell I'm not exactly an avid shooter. Thanks for the comment! It definitely made me Google it and learn something today. Reminds me I need to spend more time with a few of my firearms to become proficient/knowledgeable.
.40 s&w is the ideal cartridge caliber, but 180gr was always too heavy for .40 s&w, great for the 10mm auto though, between 135gr minimum and 165gr maximum parameters is best with 155gr/150gr being the ideal bullet weight for the .40 s&w!
All of my .40's seem to love bullet weights around 155 grain the best. I get the best accuracy out of all of my .40 cal pistols using that bullet weight. It seems to be the sweet spot for the cartridge.
@@richb.4374 yup totally agreed, the only reason 180gr is the standard bullet weight for the .40 s&w is because the .40 s&w was made from the 10mm cut down, but they forgot to cut the bullet weight too!!
Does anyone know why is my Sw40ve when I shoot it normally it always clock back like I ran out of ammo and gotta clock it again to shoot and sometimes it goes back to normal or I gotta keep on doing it till the clip finishes
We're fortunate to have noone back there...I know the neighbors, and I call out...but you're right, safety is always a concern to be thinking about. I could set up with a better angle and closer into the bottom of the holler.
I can verify that these guns are certified pieces of sh*t. I was a deputy in Richland County (in South Carolina) in 2000. We had been carrying these Sigma 40s since the late 90s. Each and every time at the range , these guns failed miserably for everyone. If you got off more than 2 or 3 rounds you were considered lucky. Class 1 , Class 2 and Class 3 malfunctions were the norm. Finally, We went to the Glock 22 in 2000. It isn't even a comparison on how much better a Glock handgun performs than this joke of a handgun. Were very fortunate this thing didn’t get a deputy killed.
Thanks for sharing your experience with it. I wonder if they made changes over the years. I've seen some love them/some hate them. Very different experiences...but again thanks for sharing!
My first firearm that I ever bought was a smith 40 cal sigma series. I bought it back in 2001 or 2002 and I still have it to this very day. The last firearm that I bought was a smith m&p 40 caliber.
I carried one of those for a couple of years. I still can't understand why it doesn't get more respect from the so-called gun experts. I never had a single issue with mine, other than the fact that it was just a tad on the heavy side for everyday carry, and it's size made it just a little bit uncomfortable sometimes, especially caring appendix. That's the only reason I got rid of mine and went to a shield. I still think the SD40 is a good self defense carry gun and I don't understand why it is dismissed all the tactical guys. Most of them always complain about that long heavy trigger pull, but Smith and Wesson did that on purpose because it is strictly meant to be a self-defense gun, hence the long trigger pull.
It was my first gun purchase...I did have a trigger job done because I wanted to be more accurate, but you're right...for self defense it's designed VERY well out of the box.
It jams like a mf
@@2K630-b4p I'm not saying some don't, but mine never did once. The only complaint I had was that for me, it was a little bit big to carry.
@@rustypugh123 idk why mine jams it fails to eject the shell
The gun experts ignore it because the M&P series is a better option for not much more money. Pretty sure you realized that when you got your Shield.
Nice shooting brother!
I try to rotate through each gun I own so that I can be as proficient as possible if and when thing's go south. I also own one of these and the stopping power is top notch.
Stay blessed 🙏🏻🇺🇲
Thanks! That's a great SOP. And yes about the stopping power...the .40 Caliber with hollow points is a solid home defense choice.
Idk about these but glocks are extremely safe with one in the chamber. It's not gonna go off unless you pull the trigger.
Practice makes perfect..
Looks like alot of fun.
I got this gun can't wait to shoot it.
Nice!
I have a 40 caliber witness and it is a great gun, it is actually the most accurate pistol I have and I love it but I never did care much for a striker fire pistol but that's my preference I'm sure yours is a good weapon it seemed fairly accurate and never had any jams so you can't complain about that, I couldn't imagine trying to defend myself with a pistol that wasn't reliable
You should holster your pistol when checking the targets
The safety mechanism is built into the trigger, but it still does not provide total safety as well as an actual safety switch.
Nice vid! Shoots spot on , just need a different lighter trigger
Yep... that's my experience. Thanks for accepting my non-expertise! 🤣
I guess he's not familiar with the hinge trigger that is the safety. Maybe holster it when you walk down to check the target or when you're not shooting. Or just forget having the holster idk
Good point. I guess I never really thought of that as a safety. Of course, you can tell I'm not exactly an avid shooter. Thanks for the comment! It definitely made me Google it and learn something today. Reminds me I need to spend more time with a few of my firearms to become proficient/knowledgeable.
.40 s&w is the ideal cartridge caliber, but 180gr was always too heavy for .40 s&w, great for the 10mm auto though, between 135gr minimum and 165gr maximum parameters is best with 155gr/150gr being the ideal bullet weight for the .40 s&w!
Thanks for the comment...sounds like another case where ya need to find the happy medium.
All of my .40's seem to love bullet weights around 155 grain the best. I get the best accuracy out of all of my .40 cal pistols using that bullet weight. It seems to be the sweet spot for the cartridge.
Thanks for the great comments Rich and Ethan!
@@Mr.Handy-ish your welcome! thx for the content!👍😎🍻💫💯🤜🤛👊✊👈💪😁🙂
@@richb.4374 yup totally agreed, the only reason 180gr is the standard bullet weight for the .40 s&w is because the .40 s&w was made from the 10mm cut down, but they forgot to cut the bullet weight too!!
This is my everyday carry. It's not bad. Glockenspiel replica from Smith and Wesson.
I've actually never so-much-as held a Glock. Appreciate the comment!
I can't find a magazine for my SW40VE!
Check gunshowmags.com
Does anyone know why is my Sw40ve when I shoot it normally it always clock back like I ran out of ammo and gotta clock it again to shoot and sometimes it goes back to normal or I gotta keep on doing it till the clip finishes
May have the lock-to-rear mechanism out of adjustment or damaged. I'm not an armorer, but it definitely shouldn't lock to rear until you're empty.
Probably riding the slide lock.
Good location
Thank you. I'm blessed to have adequate space to be safe shooting in the open.
MA is Massachusetts 😁
Why yes...yes it is!😏. Thanks for the view...and the correction!! Keep watching my stuff, and I'm sure you'll find "a few" things to correct. Haha
What did I say?? Maine?
@@Mr.Handy-ish haha. Absolutely...i will sub now!👍🏼 And yes, you said Maine. Mass, is my home state!
@@thinkinsidetheboxsquarecir3303 funny/embarrassing moment...I teach social studies!!! Aaaahhhhh! Keep on me, and welcome to the channel.
A little safer backstop wouldn’t hurt either.
We're fortunate to have noone back there...I know the neighbors, and I call out...but you're right, safety is always a concern to be thinking about. I could set up with a better angle and closer into the bottom of the holler.
@@Mr.Handy-ish
Just something to think about. Seems like a lot of open space back there. I’m sure you’ve considered all that. Have a good day.
You, too! Thanks.
I can verify that these guns are certified pieces of sh*t. I was a deputy in Richland County (in South Carolina) in 2000. We had been carrying these Sigma 40s since the late 90s. Each and every time at the range , these guns failed miserably for everyone. If you got off more than 2 or 3 rounds you were considered lucky. Class 1 , Class 2 and Class 3 malfunctions were the norm. Finally, We went to the Glock 22 in 2000. It isn't even a comparison on how much better a Glock handgun performs than this joke of a handgun. Were very fortunate this thing didn’t get a deputy killed.
Thanks for sharing your experience with it. I wonder if they made changes over the years. I've seen some love them/some hate them. Very different experiences...but again thanks for sharing!
Get a Glock 22 or 23.