M&P FPC Performance Review - Reliable Folding Rifle or Just A Novelty?

[@DrGH201]

This is a solid review with great information. I bought one because I thought it looked interesting. I didn’t expect much, but I was (more than) pleasantly surprised. I’m about 1500 rds into it without any problems, and this is without cleaning. If you’re curious as to durability, watch the review by Honest Outlaw where he threw it into a pond, dropped it, beat it, etc and couldn’t induce a jam AND it stayed zeroed.

[@ralphzavala8757]

I was in the process of buying the keltec 2000 and the sales lady said she also had a s&w 9mm as soon as I saw it I changed my mind real quick, don’t regret buying the s&w 9mm after all

[@sdriza]

My sister has the keltec - tough to line it up out of the box, really needs some kind optic this was much easier to shoot "as is" (if that matters to anyone)

[@Peckerwood-502]

I’m glad I bought one of these. I’m also glad that this video confirmed my purchase was a good one.

[@robertfrapples2472]

Every time I buy a new gun, I can't help but watch a bunch of videos, looking for vindication. Amazing how insulted we can get when anyone mentions any bad points about one we really like!

[@chasAnd400]

I got one soon after available. Very user friendly, accurate and dependable.

[@johnponikvar5780]

This is an awesome firearm. I have mine sighted in at 50 yards with 115 gr ammo,it is very functional and accurate enough to punch holes in 6” plates at 100 yards.

[@beavisroadhog9629]

I respect this man's opinion over most on this platform. He is realistic, concise, and practical. No fluff or garbage filler- just observations.

[@paramounttactical]

Thank you sir and thanks for watching. -Gary

[@Sporkmaker5150]

And not having a three minute tacticool intro montage at the beginning is refreshing!

[@paramounttactical]

@Sporkmaker5150 I’ll work on that. Maybe a 4minute cool guy intro? 😂

[@zovaynezovanyari5442]

My daughter-in-law, with almost no shooting experience, was able to just wear out the bull's eye with my FPC. It is a lot of fun to shoot. Never had a failure yet. Good video, good info.

[@mekkanic1979]

Bought it when it first came out. I loved that it folded and fit in my 11x17 safe. The ability to carry mags in the stock is cool for a truck gun. I bought the extended 32-round ProMags and they work great. Firearm is easy to break down and clean. It cycles every 9mm that I have thrown at it. I wish the folding retention was a lot tighter. And the bolt release is tricky to engage.

[@bobg1685]

I was (sort of) looking for the Kel-Tec Sub2K but couldn't find one, and then the FPC was suggested. Now I'm thinking the extra few hundred is worth it for a better gun. Good vid.

[@scottyroberson7340]

Mine is awesome! No issues and accurate. Great long truck gun.

[@speedee7508]

You are the first person that I have seen use the stock mag release the right way! The other reviewers push the buttons and complain that it seems backwards because it releases the opposite mag. I look forward to watching more of your vids, that alone was worth subscribing and a like!

[@bjjpenguin]

It took me a good 20 minutes to figure that out 😅

[@mattwalters6834]

Ava Flanell had a really good technique for it.

[@EVLfreak666]

I love how objective you can be to make sure you give people the proper info👍

[@RickEverett]

London Ontario Canada, just purchased one today!....Thanks much for your input!

[@robertfrapples2472]

Shhhhh! Tiny Turdeau may be listening!

[@boblaws9851]

Great review. Having a hard time not going out and buying another one. Bought the first one for my wife, but it's so much fun to shoot, now I want my own.... lol

[@garrycivitello1292]

your not a professional speaker, more like a real person ,you seem unaffected by corporate like some of the famous guys,,so your more beleavable,,and don't speak over the heads of new gun buyers, out of everybody else's demonstrations I'm going to buy the gun from your point of veiw ,I like the way you delt with the stock issue, the feed issues that all guns have. So I trust you with the things i don't know what to look at..you seem genuine and meet the average persons information needs fully. Searching for the right word and not reading from a script is a good thing ,,,makes you one of us..good luck with you site.

[@jeffcokenour3459]

Thank you! Jerry Michulek shot 3 inch groups at 100 with 90 gr. With that carbine

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks for ruining my day. 😭😂 It’s a hell of a gun buts a really hell of a gun for the money. Thanks for watching! -Gary

[@joellangeland8691]

I've watched lots of reviews on this gun. Definitely the best Review that I watched. I'm about to go buy one now.

[@corystump8253]

Did you get one yet..?

[@michaelloose6961]

I just started using it, it's everything my old broken kaltec wasn't 👍

[@robertfrapples2472]

I think I'll wait for a 2.0 version that should fix the problems you mentioned. I've never touched one and I already hate that charging handle. The non-adjustable stock is a biggie for my lanky ass as well. Hope to see an improved version soon.

[@Gozerthegozarian1984]

Great review. I’ve watched a bunch of reviews on the FPC. This is my favorite. Great job.

[@jsmith7159]

Great review and range demo by Tactical Jim Gaffigan. I see why there are no hecklers at his shows! Subscribed

[@hhenryf.8]

New to your channel. Excellent review!!! Just picked up an FPC, and glad to hear about the aftermarket buttstock. Thank you for serving our community!

[@bluemouse5039]

I hate it how many of the gun manufacturers do not put iron sights on their rifles and carbines,, I know more people are putting optics on their weapons and dont use iron sights, but I think they should at least have flip up sights for the people that do like them

[@robertfrapples2472]

They do that for price point. People who don't use iron sights don't want to pay extra for them. That being said, they can put a set of sights on a rifle for a fraction of what it costs a consumer.

[@Gryllus2501]

Promag Smith & Wesson® M&P®9 9mm (32) Rd - Blue Steel magazines work with the S&W FPC 9mm. S&W magazines need to be 15 rounds double stack or greater for compatibility with S&W FPC 9mm. If using 17 or 23 round magazines, there is Xgrip Mag Spacer S&w M&pc 9, which fill the grip handle so not pinching your pinky. I don’t consider the mag holder in stock to be any type “quick draw” functionality. Just useful keeping extra msgs and end weight. Inserting long magazines there can mess with the hold grip. Mcarbo makes a bluffer plug to soften recoil Also nice break compensator. They have a trigger kit as well. I’d recommend a vertical stop grip. Maybe a single point sling vs a 2 point. As you either need a rail mount as point or qd point on the right side, which tends leaves firearm flip over. Overall it’s fun gun to shoot. Easy for shorter stature or ladies to shoot.

[@MagusHabilus]

Great show, I love no BS reviews.

[@brentwebb806]

Just purchased one and I agree with everything you stated. On a side note, the link for the adjustable stock leads to the cart on their website. When I searched for accessories for the FPC nothing was showing for the stock.

[@paramounttactical]

Thanks for the heads up. They must have changed the link because I tested it after posting. They may have stopped making it. Thanks, Gary

[@jasonsponsler21]

Another great review. Thanks again. Can’t wait to come back

[@katnapper1]

Love mine. I'm only about 800rds into it, but absolutely flawless. I'm a former army combat medic, so I carry a trauma set with me regardless of where I am. Great idea for a quick kit in the bag. I'll set mine up as a backup. I plan to use mine in a scabbard off my backpack while hiking into alpine lakes in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness in central Idaho. Should be a great travel companion.

[@adilger23]

Definitely going to have to pick up one of those Garmin Xero C1's.

[@paramounttactical]

They’re on our website for preorder/backorder. We’re getting in about 10 a week.

[@donaldromesburg1902]

Good review, i intend on purchasing one , just wanted to make sure it was the right decision . kel tec, just wasn't right for me

[@keithrichards3882]

While the magazine release in the stock is not to your liking (pushing down opposite side to release), I find it very easy to pull the catch up with my thumbnail (which is not long, BTW) to release the stored magazine from the same side. Might be tough with gloves. You could drill a hole and put a paracord loop through for an easy pull to release. Regardless, ergonomically carrying spares on belt is the way to go, I'd only ever use the mags stored in stock as a last-ditch resort. Thanks for the review.

[@mattwalters6834]

It doesn’t bug me tbh.

[@theblacklines]

Glad the algorithm put your video on my feed. Subscribed!

[@bwspacity]

Cant get mine away from my son.he is testin the hell out of it with 0 issues.no matter ammo.love it with the romeo5

[@bbazzracing]

Just got an FPC this was extremely helpful. Thanks

[@jamesbullock3259]

Great review. I have one and love it

[@Diego66ND]

Thanks I am considering getting an FPC

[@AVERAGESHOOTER313]

Awesome review!!! I have this weapon and will put it through its paces as well.

[@jessgypin-ko5ds]

Great review. I bought one from work as soon as I saw it. I was looking for a PCC and the Sub2k. I would have had to throw another 2-300 into it right away. I got my FPC for 539. Blows the Melted out of the water now that they are 400-500. Great gun, great review and I did subscribe!

[@terryholloway9930]

Great job great reviewer i enjoyed it thanks for the 2A truths

[@mikeymouse1985]

So its a m&p 9 mm so the 32rd mag or the 50 rd for the m&p 9mm will fit this rifle i mean the 23rd mags that come with seem like enough but the 50 rd drum sounds like too much fun

[@wipperwil]

Great review. Thanks for posting. Switching to Rumble bit my bit. What’s your channel name there?

[@TheBenzdad]

While you can pull up on the spare mag lock I find it easier to push down on the left side to release the right mag

[@rickmarshall-hk5ys]

Excellent review and information!..Thanks for the candid assessment.

[@robertconstantine9192]

We have one and we love it !

[@dougodette4582]

Excellent review and advice!

[@JohnThomas-gj2zg]

I am going to get one because if you like I know I will....... and thanks for showing this video......

[@nunyabee3443]

Awesome video :) you can also just push the mag release in the butstock instead of lifting it how you did :)

[@robertjackson1407]

Thank you 😊

[@MarkTraveler85697]

Yes, traumatic injury training, thank you. By the way, great gun, great fun, 1000+ rounds through mine with dot and Surefire, multiple mags that work with my Spec.

[@gravytrainoutdoors]

I think you just sold me on one. I have the Ruger pc carbine which I like but it is much slower to deploy thar the s&w.

[@mrh0661]

By far the best in depth review of this firearm.

[@Lumpygrits76]

Just bought one of these FPC’s 3 days ago. They’ve been kinda tough to get for me. I’m I’m gone 5 days a week. My shop would get 2-3 and they’d be gone before I got home l. I got lucky and bought their last one. 😂 Took it straight out of the case, no sites and sent a few down the yap. Took it home and oiled it down. I got the scope on the way but Mannnnnnn that little thing is a blast to shoot.

[@mnrodriguez]

Great review! Have you noticed hammer marks in the bolt (around the back of the firing pin)? I watched a video and looks like S&W is sending replacement if requested. Do see that normal? Thanks!

[@tommccormick9290]

Mine's replaced the muzzleheavy Ruger pc9 as home defense. I like hot Active Duty 115 grain. 1600+fps and 650 foot pounds energy.

[@mendedwarrior]

I have a custom leather shop so I will definitely be adding some good shoulder straps (I'll go with padded webbing) to that bag and making it a backpack.

[@jamest1955]

Really appreciate this info, and great review

[@dolfan058]

30:07 - I thought the bag came with straps so it could be used like a backpack? Other videos I've seen reference them and show then, but haven't seen them actually installed and used yet Thanks for the content and review!

[@paramounttactical]

No it’s just a shoulder strap.

[@dolfan058]

@@paramounttactical ah! Thanks for the feedback, so it's really suitcase style, or gym bag style, and that's it for your choices with the bag?

[@StudSupreme]

Glad to see this review. Got this carbine myself recently. Fun to shoot. Only have aperture sights - not interested in anything that requires a battery. A downside to this carbine - it is a major pain in the rear end to disassemble and clean. Need multiple separate tools.

[@jimmystewart7954]

What multiple tools? I watched some videos before attempting to break down and found it extremely easy. Even the pin holding the bolt falls out when turned upside down. Perhaps a small screw driver to push the pin up so you can grab it. You can literally break down with no tools.

[@StudSupreme]

@@jimmystewart7954 With mine I need a little something to push that stud holding the spring cap, then I need pliers to get that damn little pin out of the bolt carrier, and then during reassembly I need a long wooden peg to ram down the bolt assembly. Everything kinda 'sticks', even after light lubrication. Maybe it'll get easier over time, but for now, it's a chore.

[@jimmystewart7954]

@@StudSupreme yes that sucks. Mine pushes out with my finger with some coaxing. The little pin sometimes drops out but I grab it with some forceps. I was the guy that dropped my trigger preventing the magazine from loading. We live and learn. Good shooting.

[@a.stolts9899]

Burris 332 with etched reticle is great!

[@jtuarus]

Also isnt the strap in the top pocket to put on the greybag for a more sling like carrying?

[@fredb.8383]

On the fence to buy one. On sale now so I might get one today.

[@toddm9501]

This is what I like in a firearm reviewer. Give me the pros and cons and the aftermarket. Shoot the firearm. Some humor. That's all that the common man and woman wants. I am 90% sure I want the FPC. But, now S&W puts out the Sport 3. I have a Sport 2. Great gun. Want vs Want.

[@paramounttactical]

Thank you glad you enjoyed it and welcome to the Paramount Family! -Gary

[@alandavis9454]

Does the after market butt stock also allow for storing the two additional magazines?? BTW - great review! 👍

[@reverendthumper]

It does not.

[@thegrafted8945]

Subscribed no boring filler just straight facts.

[@paramounttactical]

Welcome to the Paramount Fam! Thanks for watching! -Gary

[@mikec8123]

Is the mag release reversible for us wrong handed shooters?

[@garyandtricia1]

Yes

[@joegilbert7661]

Great review! I think I need one of these. New subscriber.

[@miketr732]

Taccom makes a good stock, buffer ,sight mount, for the fpc. Excellent quality.

[@jeffmitchell9863]

Very good review.

[@ecobasetech4558]

Actually there is a company that makes after market handguards for the FPC. The only potential downside is it might not lock when folded

[@carlosdaniels9515]

If you find out if there's an Apex trigger available for it, an update would be greatly appreciated. I love mine, but my Apex trigger in my 2.0 has me spoiled. Also, $575 at palmetto state armory. First video I've seen from you guys, Subscribed

[@rickybobby8224]

Or you could just ask Apex😂

[@jjz814]

Where were you a year ago? LOL I found the exact same problem with the ETS Magazines, i was so pissed. Now i have 4 stick mags that rot in my closet since the rest of my 9mms are glocks Heres an alternative- ProMag metal magazines work, also italian ACT-MAGs work as well.

[@WettDoggTV]

I looked on Floyd Customs page and I don't see that stock.. Im curious if they discontinued it

[@paramounttactical]

@@WettDoggTV they may have.

[@francissteger1636]

With the optic it is dead on when you shoot your target👍

[@not-AI]

QUESTION? When you replace the stock do you lose the extra mag storage?

[@kevinwyatt851]

Great review brother i mean dang good one. i own one of these fun fun plinker minimum recall the wife loves it.

[@Gozerthegozarian1984]

Sincere question: What’s the disadvantage of the sling hole not being on the side of the butt stock?

[@paramounttactical]

When you use a sling it doesn’t lay against your body correctly. It wants to flop over.

[@wdscookingreview]

Dumb question but what happens if the barrel is in the open position and it is fired? Is there a safety so that can’t happen?

[@irishfrost779]

Yes it will not fold with a round chambered ,was designed that way for that reason ✌️

[@wdscookingreview]

@@irishfrost779 I ended up getting one and I love it!!!!!! The only issue I have had is the thread protector on the end of the barrel wants to unscrew after a clip or two. I have only twisted it on with my hand. I don’t want to mess something up.

[@irishfrost779]

@@wdscookingreview I would get a flash hider for they have them at Kaw Valley precision they are pretty inexpensive if your not going to use a suppressor that is ✌️

[@richvalenzi6232]

Outstanding review, great information.

[@richardthomas6602]

What was S&W thinking with that safety? Certainly not tactical ergonomics.

[@TheStrykerSeven]

@Paramount Tactical I don't want to be a contrarian, but I bought one of these and have been doing some training with it. While the butt stock mag release *will* work in the way that you demonstrate, after working with the rifle a while, I believe it's set up to work as follows: *empty* -drop empty magazine -reach toward mag storage w/ off-hand -w/ off-hand thumb on the inside mag, depress mag release catch *on opposite side from the mag to be extracted* w/ middle finger. -draw forward on released mag w/ thumb, following index and middle finger forward from the release catch position to support the now free magazine. -open off-hand elbow slightly and pivot wrist forward, magazine is now in optimum position for insertion, w/ no wasted motion. IMHO this is an easier, faster, and more reliable reload action on the stock platform. The inside mag is a slightly different action, but same principle, with an opposite switch depression instead of trying to hook that tiny lever with your finger in a pinch. The position of the mag release switch seems to favour a German subgun-style reload position, so keep that in mind. Let me know what you think if you try it!

[@paramounttactical]

Love the input brother. I only had the one day to play around with it so the long term experience with it from you is appreciated. I plan on getting a couple for us and my boys but I haven’t gotten around to it yet. That’s what this channel is all about. It’s a community where we can all share our knowledge and experience to make us all better, more informed, and improve our readiness to defend ourselves or just have a better experience out on the range doing what we love. Thanks for sharing! -Gary

[@bobwalsh2112]

Unfortunately the state that i live in it comes with 3 ten round magazines 😝😝. Although I still love this carbine

[@NoahPARK82]

Also here in Canada😅

[@4StonesHandcraft]

Thank you

[@imonkeyboy2002]

Just a great review! 👍

[@ksunofficial]

Very well done video, lots of useful info. God Bless Brother

[@willowwood6798]

I own the fpc, I like it. I dislike the stock as well but like the gun.

[@michaeltaylor7996]

Heads up everybody, I have been releasing the bolt catch on the FPC with my thumbnail on my offhand. Yes it was a full magazine every time. Enjoy! No, I did not have the nasty long thumbnails.. lol

[@03bonneville]

Great review

[@mattwalters6834]

In regards to the ETS mags, some guy said you to shave a little bit off the top… take that as you will.

[@dwightbrown2808]

Would you belive as a public school teacher in Texas we took a course in stopping traumatic bleeding from the US Border Patrol? Useful and important information. We were given equipment to match.

[@mattwalters6834]

I wonder if that aftermarket stock shortens overall length 😮

[@centex52]

awesome and informative video thank you sir

[@johnl.8616]

I don't think you can have that plus one round if it is folded. So you have 17 in the grip mag not 17+1.

[@Ycanti]

Does Floyd’s not carry the butt stock anymore? I can’t find it

[@prepper4life193]

Awesome video!! Very informative. Thanks

[@mikethompson8594]

Great video!

[@smsfte4699]

How does it compare to the other breakopen folding 9mm rifle, the keltec sub 2000?

[@paramounttactical]

The FPC, IMO is much better.

[@4StonesHandcraft]

Would I be correct to assume that Shield mags are not compatible?

[@fredb.8383]

I might buy one

[@trevorhulsey2659]

Anyone know about a trigger upgrade, which apex trigger will work, if any?

[@UncleDanBand64]

I would love to see you review the Keltec Sub2000 Gen3 now that they conquered the folding issue if you run an optic. Also they say now it has a lighter trigger.

[@paramounttactical]

I’ll have to check it out and I might just do that.

[@UncleDanBand64]

@paramounttactical I subbed. This is the first video of your's I have seen. I really enjoyed it. Well done.

[@paramounttactical]

@@UncleDanBand64 thanks and thanks for watching! You got about 200 more to check out. Get to work! 😂 -Gary

[@UncleDanBand64]

@@paramounttactical lol, 10-4

[@xDEA4xFPS]

Mag release can be flipped?