S&W FPC and S&W RESPONSE quick comparison

[@gcmotorman6379]

I've been looking at both of these guns for a couple of months . Actually held one of each at the gun store but for the most part I've been watching videos about them. This was informative thank you very much

[@hollowpointdefense]

Which one are you leaning towards buying?

[@kylerobison1425]

So have I but I’m leaning now towards the Ruger 45 carbine.

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@kylerobison1425 I am not a Ruger fan at all. I quit using them in 1986.

[@kylerobison1425]

@@hollowpointdefense this is going to be the first Ruger I buy I wasn’t talking about you because you own Glock mags and you’re making a video. What I’m talking about is peoples obsessions with they will not buy one unless it takes Glock mags that’s not how gun manufacturing works. I’m going to use my companies mags for it while manufacturing. Basically, I’m talking about people having a ridiculous expectation that all of them take Glock mags, as if no other mags are going to be produced.

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@kylerobison1425 I know. I never understood why people are Glock of die types.

[@ChewyTX]

I really appreciate all of the videos on the FPC, and now the Response too - awesome stuff, thanks.

[@hollowpointdefense]

Thank you.

[@kylerobison1425]

I hate watching PCC videos because everyone complains about Glock mags. I dont own a Glock. I don’t want a single Glock and I don’t want their mags.

[@hollowpointdefense]

My Glock mags work just fine. I use them because I have them and I no longer own Glocks.

[@GucchiMillz]

Facts love my OEM Smith and Wesson

[@haxor520]

I use glock mags for 3 different firearms, and I don't own a Glock.

[@toddm9501]

Yes Sir, I've used that line in many videos. We are not alone.

[@drywallman1986]

The FPC is the way too go.

[@GodGunsGills]

Gotta love Smith & Wesson! They're doing great things for sure! My 2 favorite manufacturers are Smith&Wesson and PSA. God bless

[@GodGunsGills]

I love both!!! They go great with my M&P Metal and Shield Plus. Now I need to grab a PC Shield Plus. Great video

[@BlackWinds]

If the response was foldable it'd be an instant buy for me. Love the versatility of being able to use different kinds of mags. Wish more companies would be willing to do stuff like that.

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@BlackWinds I bet it would some more.

[@MemphisMojo15s]

Buy it. You'll love it. It looks just like my AR15's and it is well balanced. It's well worth the $650 price tag man, I promise. I love my FPC as well. The only complaint I have about the FPC is the fact the mag release is too easily depressed and causes the extra mags to get easily released on accident.

[@Fast48-1]

Been waiting for a comparison vid! Thank you!!

[@trtcommunity9248]

Really helpful video. Thanks for this. 👍

[@hollowpointdefense]

You're welcome!

[@lanier2k5]

Awesome MOD to mount the site on the FPC. I've been looking at the FPC, but concerned about eye relief with optic sitting so far forward. Pleae consider doing video on how you mount that optic to the FPC, thanks

[@hollowpointdefense]

It is fairly easy to install, you just remove the 6 screws holding the upper housing. Use the new screws that come with the mount. It is really easy, I would do a video, but I sold my mount. I had no issues with eye relief at all. I moved my RD back to the barrel due to the hat wear I use when shooting.

[@charlesjames5477]

I got the fpc an i love it its a great backpack gun i hope they make a 10mm version

[@hollowpointdefense]

It is a fun little gun to use.

[@702rangereviews]

Awesome video..your videos give alot of help

[@hollowpointdefense]

Glad to hear this, thank you!

[@dwardo2257]

I was wanting the fpc but I held it a gun shop and it just didn’t seem to fit into my shoulder. It sucked that the stock didn’t move. I’m going to be getting the response

[@hollowpointdefense]

If I had to choose between the 2, I would go Response.

[@robjmh]

Thanks for the review, tour the only one I can find that reviewed both.

[@hollowpointdefense]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BillFaulds]

Enjoyed the video comparing the response and the fpc. I put a romeo5 on my fpc. Would a juliet magnifier work with the romeo5 on my fpc? Subscribed to your channel and I'm looking forward to future videos. Thanks

[@hollowpointdefense]

I have a magnifier, it takes some time to get used to it. It should work, I don't use Romeo's at all, so I can't say for sure.

[@FrankLadd]

How will the Response work for left handed shooters? As a lefty I made sure the FPC fit, and worked for me. So I wasn't too sad when the Response came out the next day. But I wonder if I should get a Response too?

[@hollowpointdefense]

Not sure, I will try that out when I get to the range this weekend.

[@bryanmcdermott4204]

Thank you for a concise comparison. The FPC intrigues me, but the Response has been a why? Your call-out on cleaning was interesting.

[@hollowpointdefense]

I got the Response because it was an impulse buy.... But I really like the thing. I have more fun with it then my FPC. Also due to some AR parts being interchangeable.

[@hollowpointdefense]

There are quite a few people that call the Response “A gun that no one asked for!” I believe that is where the why comes from. But now a month after using it, I like the Response a little better.

[@Gwillis7]

Can you expound on why you like it better after a few months out?

[@dietervmorgan]

Great content. Very helpful.

[@hollowpointdefense]

Glad you think so!

[@Glowplugv1]

Timely review! Seems like there may be a little more quality in the Response vs. FPC. I'm a Sig guy so the mag well swap doesn’t mean much to me unless they plan to offer add-on mag wells for other brands which would be a real selling point in my mind. The point you made about cleaning is nice feature. Was leaning to the FPC, but the Resoonse looks like a better choice at this price point if you really dont need a truck gun.

[@davidbeasley232]

I have heard in other reviews on the Response that there is every intention of bringing out other mag wells. I believe Sig was one of the main ones, but don't quote me on that.

[@hollowpointdefense]

I have both, enjoy them both. But I prefer the RESPONSE over the FPC. Only because of the mag flexibility.

[@GodGunsGills]

​@hollowpointdefense I love the FPC more because I can throw it in a hiking bag or gym bag super easily! But I actually like the Response more for the looks and Glock mags, although I own several 23 round Smith mags and tons of the 17 round mags

[@hollowpointdefense]

@dragonsofthunder that is popular reason behind it. I don’t use it as a carry gun. It is just a plinker for me.

[@GeorgeMoilanen]

Thanks for quick comparison. I really appreciate your videos. My question to myself is why would I want another 9mm rifle? I love my FPC. Great fun to shoot but for most other purposes pistol caliber rifles are not very effective IMO. Thanks George

[@hollowpointdefense]

First, I am a S&W dedicated user for the last 10 years. I didn't buy it for defensive purposes, it got my interest due to using Glock Mags also. I bought it to have fun with mainly. I will probably use the RESPONSE more as it is easier to clean up and maintain as well as many parts are compatible with the AR parts. The dealer I got it from only got one in as it was deemed "The gun no-one asked for!" But when demand actually dictated the opposite, he can't get them for now as they are sold out.

[@justauser]

Same, im happy enough with my FPC that won't be getting the response and that's ok!

[@sweetcostarica]

​@@justauserI will pass on both. Too many issues with them I am hearing about plus they both look not good (imo).

[@mnrodriguez]

@@sweetcostarica, issues? I know 2 others who own an FPC...no issues!

[@sweetcostarica]

@mnrodriguez With new rifles, there are always issues. Please 🙏 do your own homework and word search: S&W FPC issues/problems. If you can live with paying $700 USD for a 1st generation gun with issues, then that is fine of course. Stay frosty.

[@tommccormick9290]

Bought FPC when it came out. Because I have many Glock mags, would buy the Response if I didn't already have the Ruger Pc9.

[@raysvrx11]

What is the brand of short piece pictanny rail add on you have on the FPC? I cannot seem to find it anywhere. Thanks.

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@raysvrx11 taccom3g.

[@1oddentity]

Still waiting for that scope mount to come back in stock

[@mtnride4930]

Where do you get the scope mount set up for the FPC? I am interested

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@mtnride4930 Taccom3g.com

[@mtnride4930]

@@hollowpointdefense I am on the waiting list THANKS

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@mtnride4930 Hopefully they get them in soon.

[@jamesolson1199]

Where did you buy the short rail adapter for the fpc that allows the scope to be mounted rearward? I also have the fpc and the Response. I use an Aimpoint Pro on both. Great videos that are very informative.

[@hollowpointdefense]

taccom3g.com

[@Tygyr-Snake]

What's the approximate price points between the two?

[@hollowpointdefense]

RESPONSE - $699 / FPC - $569 to $599.

[@mnrodriguez]

Great video! Thanks!

[@hollowpointdefense]

Thank you.

[@johnstanley7442]

Whose aft RAIL did you mount into the FPC receiver, and HOW?

[@hollowpointdefense]

I used an AR NBS Handguard and a barrel nut (I had to modify it) from Taccom3g.

[@johnstanley7442]

@@hollowpointdefense THANK YOU, for having responded, Sir. S&W ought to consider adding a receiver-top rail, if only to offer a longer sight-radius. PLUS, your modification actually LOOKS BETTER!

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@johnstanley7442 I doubt they will, but you never know what the future holds....

[@Raysmaintenance]

where did you get the optic mount for the FPC

[@hollowpointdefense]

Taccom3g.com

[@omaralnazer3504]

Have you checked out the Nordic Components handguard? It looks like it can fit perfectly with their scope mount on the FPC. Can you test that out with a video? I’m interested in that set up.

[@hollowpointdefense]

I will check it out

[@mrd82161505]

Good stuff bro!

[@mekkanic1979]

Is that a front picatinny rail extender on the FPC?

[@hollowpointdefense]

No, I added it. I no longer use it either.

[@mjtelsey]

Does the FOC come in any other colors. ie: FDE ?

[@hollowpointdefense]

Not that I have seen.

[@ClarenceCreer]

what compensator did you order from KAW Valley?

[@hollowpointdefense]

This one: kawvalleyprecision.com/product/kvp-linear-comp-blk/

[@josephrivas9523]

Does the SW Response need a Muzzle Brake /compensador or enhanced Buffet System?

[@hollowpointdefense]

No, not at all.

[@josephrivas9523]

Yu put a 9 mm compensator from caw valley ? Please provide contact info ( cost )& what doe it do ? I mostly do indoor shooting ,is that advisable or would a flash suppressor be better ?

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@josephrivas9523 kawvalleyprecision.com/product-category/linear-comps/

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@josephrivas9523You use what you want, I don't shoot indoors at all. I have mine to basically for looks and protecting the threads on the end.

[@josephrivas9523]

@@hollowpointdefense thank you

[@eddiewiser1968]

Good info.

[@hollowpointdefense]

Glad it was helpful!

[@josephrivas9523]

What upgrades or accessorie for sw response ?

[@hollowpointdefense]

See here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kGHKmn-LnMqdZrMsi=IGvyVDNamsgooDYr

[@josephrivas9523]

Thank you , I’m a senior retired military officer & yr advise is very clear & appreciated 👍 if yu can list all upgrades web sites 🫡

[@Teddjenkins]

Hope you sent that response back

[@hollowpointdefense]

I did, I will have it back Monday.

[@Teddjenkins]

@@hollowpointdefensegood, I’m still waiting on mine

[@ValorLife]

I hope they make an FapC that takes Glock mags, I’ll buy one then!

[@hollowpointdefense]

Not so sure I see that coming at all or ever. One reason: I believe it would severely hurt the sales of the RESPONSE. Second reason: Being that the FPC is what I refer to as a M&P pistol platform, it would be difficult to impossible. If I had to choose one or the other, I would most likely go to the RESPONSE as parts can be easier and cheaper to find/get.

[@ValorLife]

@@hollowpointdefense I understand, but I think it would outsell both if it folded and took glock mags. I’ll take a 33 round 9mm glock mag over the 23 round M&P if I could choose 🙏🏿

[@hollowpointdefense]

@@ValorLife It probably would. If you are just looking for hi-cap mags. ETS has a 40 round M&P mag for $15. Here: www.etsgroup.us/product-p/smk-sw9-mp-40.htm

[@opencarry3860]

I have two Freedom Ordnance FX-9 carbines that are in the same price point as the Response, but the FX-9 is all metal and reliable. So I'll pass on this.

[@hollowpointdefense]

I have an FX-9 too. Don’t use it, but I have it.

[@bronxwarrior319]

The recoil is hard

[@hollowpointdefense]

I notice no recoil, its just 9mm.

[@shootdonttalk9500]

apples to oranges, you didn't show them folded?

[@hollowpointdefense]

True, I forgot that part, solely because I don't fold mine, I didn't even buy because it folded. I got it because it was fun. While in my possession, It will rarely fold at all.

[@mnrodriguez]

@@hollowpointdefense, same here, I only fold it for cleaning.