Smith and Wesson SD9VE Review ( Junk? )

Let’s look at the SD9VE together !

[@Dominik047]

I got this gun from my grandpa. He passed and left it to me. My first gun in years. I think ill keep it for a long time. Rest in peace Roger

[@johnwick3_]

Sorry for your lost bro

[@Dominik047]

@@johnwick3_ thanks brother

[@akasqizzed8663]

Roger steakley? Just asking bc my dads friend passed away and it was about a month ago and just went to his memorial yesterday

[@Dominik047]

@@akasqizzed8663 nope, Roger Stuska. He was a master electrician and a pillar of the town I was born and raised in. He was a hard person to get along with but he worked harder than any man I've ever known.

[@adamsloan5281]

Amen brother

[@twopce9]

1000+ rounds threw mine every type of ammo, no fails, very reliable, love it

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@renh1390]

I’ve had mine for about 3 years. Suddenly it’s misfiring and I’m not sure why. I’ve cleaned it and looked it over. Not the typical slide lock problem. Just simply not hitting hard enough to fire I think. Bad striker spring maybe 🤷‍♂️

[@rsl82568]

@@renh1390 I had the same problem after buying used. So the took the hand gun apart. i cleaned the Striker spring and the housing it goes into. No problems since Cleaning the housing. The housing was vary dirty. I know it has been fired a lot, After shooting 2000 times the striker spring and housing needs to be cleaned or misfires can happen.

[@00jamiejohnson00]

same . ive had 3 over the years , and a sd40ve and all were totally reliable and ran anything . i always install the sping kit and lower the trigger pull to around 5 lbs great pistol .

[@Epic1776]

I don't like it being 410$ but it seems worth it! and my pop has one and I'd buy one from him cheaper since it's used!

[@John-li2qi]

Ive had mine a little over a year and have shot over 1,000 rounds through it with no issue at all. Great gun

[@ducktape9191]

Just picked one up for $196. Can’t go wrong with that.

[@hartsickdisciple]

I have the SD40 (non-VE) with black slide and factory fiberoptic sights. I installed the Apex trigger and spring kit, and it shoots very well. These are a great deal when you can find them for under $400. I've seen them as low as $290-300, which is a steal.

[@danielmontalvo9444]

That was exactly my case I got both my sw 40 and sd9ve for $300 each with two clips each it was a steal

[@FirstLast-numba1]

after 8 years i can FINALLY get the 16th round in!!

[@mikemoyercell]

I just ordered one before I watched your review. Glad I made my purchase especially now after watching. Hoping it will be ready for pickup this weekend!

[@leecaptis5865]

We have one... As you explain, it's one dam nice little pistol. Puts them on paper and runs great on most ammo ... except aluminum.

[@MudaSHoleProductions]

Maguplula helps a lot with the loading of stiff springed mags like the SD9VE. I was very lucky to find a private party who sold me mine's after CA removed them from the handgun roster. An absolutely awesome reliable gun and I love it! Glad I got this as my first handgun purchase. I would definitely recommend this for any first time shooters who want a gun like the Glock but don't want to throw the cash down for it.

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimdavis2385]

Love it. Feels better in my hand than a Glock. 1200 rounds and not a bit of trouble. Paid $279 plus tax. High quality for a low price.

[@trinomoreno9212]

They're reliable guns. My only issue was with the annoying rattle from the bullets moving forward and back in the magazines while I walked. Otherwise it's a great choice for range days and home security

[@stevendonnalammar4422]

I've only ever had the rattle issue with the .40, my 9mm has never done it but the .40 does.

[@cliff_rogers7919]

This is my first handgun and so far I love it. I purchased mine right at 2yrs ago paid $399.99 for mine new at a local pawn shop.

[@etformouterspace]

About one a couple months ago and it quickly replaced my everyday carry. It is a very well made gun. I love the trigger pull. It's very smooth. Love taking it to the range. Great all around gun

[@Guccibuckethat69420]

I love mine. For the price you pay you’re getting a handgun that doesn’t only hang with the big boys, it RUNS with em

[@357mag84]

Great video. They are good, reliable guns. I bought the .40 in 2013, I believe. I have a little over 3k rounds through my mine and not a single issue.

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@christopheroverall9873]

I put in a Boudica short stroke trigger with an upgraded spring kit from Galloway Precision. Pretty happy with it. Solved my issue with the trigger

[@el_Bambino_Kubano]

I have both the 9mm and .40(which I carry). I turned $300 handguns into $550 handguns by adding Trijicon NS, Apex trigger/Spring kit, and an extra 14/16rd mags. Haven't had any issues at the range and trust it with my life.

[@richardwoolard9804]

I live in eastern NC (Zebulon) and ammo is available, most places only allow you 2 boxes of any one caliber at a time , however you can go back tomorrow and get 2 more, I enjoy your honest opinions Thanks RGW in NC

[@paulomorris49]

My bro n I both love this pistol..there ain't nothin like two brothers with the same gun shooting together drills..etc...💪💪

[@jordancarreker1345]

"some people like steak better 'n shrimp, some people like shrimp better 'n steak" is the best way to describe this range of self defense handguns, especially comparing this to it's Glock counterpart

[@user-uf2co5yi6o]

One of the most reliable guns out there for sure! Super easy to take down and clean too. Great Gun.

[@Sandhill1988]

Just an update on mine. After mixing and matching different trigger springs I got an original S&W M&P 2.0 trigger return spring and that brought me up to 5 lb. That's where I left it. Beautiful smooth trigger pull and a positive reset that's tactile and audible. Don't know if I mentioned it before but I also polished all of the contact points to a mirror polish. That includes the striker block plunger. If you want to maximize this pistol platform you have to do all of that but it's rewarding you get the weight down where you want it with zero grit and zero humpin the trigger. I liked it so much I bought a second one and just completed building it but the second one's all in black, plain old SD 40. But let me tell you they are both sweet shooters. Did not have any issues on my range sessions just wanted to fine-tune the pull, now I got the secret sauce to get the most out of these things. Sure I can drop the trigger pull down another half pound by sticking with the Apex trigger return spring but that gives you kind of a wimpy reset that's a little spongy. Some people might not mind that but as far as from a reliability standpoint the positive reset and addition of a half pound is a very minor sacrifice for the all-around gane. It's finally what it should have been.

[@Sandhill1988]

I put the complete Apex kit in my SD40VE Springs and Trigger, got consistent 4.5 lb trigger pull. Also tested it with the original Striker spring and it was about 5.5 lbs . If I have any reliability issues with light primer strikes I'll just go back to the original Striker and live with the 5.5 trigger. That's still pretty good.

[@ghostshrimp91]

I have one. Just ordered an apex for it. Its amazing how reliable this thing is (especially for a $380 gun). Hasn't jammed once. Still haven't gotten that 16th round in the mags though lol.

[@countryboyreviews]

Very hard to do for sure! Thanks for watching!

[@raymoore1571]

Coming from a Combat trained Marine... very reliable weapon, my 14 year old daughter loves shooting with it...

[@brandoncoventry8546]

Way better than any Glock! No cheap ass plastic mags and never jams 2000+ in one of mine never had a jam. You could buy 2 of these for the price of a Glock and it's better made won't have to worry about jamming like a glock

[@thegoldencollector3445]

I bought one recently for $200 and love the feel of this pistol. Shoots great, feels natural in my hand.

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@andyeighttre]

The apex trigger is great upgrade. It’s money well spent.

[@Guccibuckethat69420]

It feels damn good in the hand 😂 I been looking at p365 x macro but to be honest I have no real reason to replace my sd9ve! Maybe just a new trigger and sights

[@joeydavalos6182]

I just bought one for 540$

[@quincysmith3336]

@@joeydavalos6182 540 too much

[@carlnorried3152]

Solid gun, accurate , quality know what you buy! 👍Go get one

[@jameszywicki5814]

Picked mine up locally at Rural King on a Black Friday special for 199.99 3 years ago. Great defense pistol( I call it my “ Glock- a - like”). Heavy trigger... good for defense. Definitely didn’t like certain reman ammo, as far as accuracy was concerned. It ate it up, but was grouping like a shotgun pattern lol. Good ammo gave good accuracy and group size. Semper Fi!

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching james!

[@rockymountboy]

I bought mine several years ago for only $250 from CDNN Sports. I did upgrade to the Apex trigger & spring, which made it MUCH better. But as others are saying - there isn't any factory ammo it doesn't like.

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@-justin-4077]

Apex Trigger & Spring kit made this gun an absolute winner. Highly recommended!

[@rsl82568]

I bought a S&W SD9VE in December 2022. Replaced The Guide rod with a stainless steel guide rod and a stainless steel slide lock/take down Lever. Upgrade parts found at NDZ Performance. I love it. No problems at all. Later I also upgraded the trigger with a Apex Trigger. I love the way it shoots now. No problems, Its my home and Farm Handgun. I conceal carry the M&P Shield Plus.

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@zacnovick7470]

With the guide rod swapped out, it's not snappy anymore..I have a green laser on mine and the extra weight of the laser helps with the recoil also..shoots flawlessly. I already put 1250 since I bought it last January.. I just picked up my beretta 92fs inox and I replaced the guise rod and the beretta is like a Ferrari and the snw is like a hi performance honda

[@rsl82568]

@@countryboyreviews Around the beginning of April I installed an Apex Trigger. No changes on the internal springs, Just the Trigger. Made a big difference in the Trigger pull.

[@RobinMartin-sr2pk]

I have the SD9VE but haven't installed my APEX spring kit yet. I still like the trigger even without the new spring kit. Shoots more naturally to point of aim that the Glocks I hate and fits hand better.

[@rareform6747]

Mine is 7 years with out a miss fire . Severable Gun !

[@freedomjoe7118]

My EDC , added some glove grips, laser/light combo and the trigger is great, no problem at all. Meant to pull. No problems shooting and feels so right in hand. Love the 2-16 capacity mags for edc and got a 32 round extended mag just in case for home.

[@alrbredwall]

Have you had any reliability issues with the 33 round pro mag magazines?

[@freedomjoe7118]

@@alrbredwall None , I’ve shot the 32 rd mag (not a 33 rd.- sorry typo in original text) only a couple of times but no issues. Great fit, smooth racking, Very sturdy & well made. Was kind of hesitant at first to order it honestly, but glad I did. Blue steel color is nice too.

[@statepropertyfan87]

I was on the fence about getting this one but I think I will definitely add it to my collection plus it's a decent looking gun I like it

[@kyleRS87]

You won’t regret it

[@hayman411]

I have one put in an apex trigger and springs (didnt need it though)and its my everyday carry. I recommend these completely. My more expensive M&P stays at home!

[@revv45acp71]

At nearly the same price point, a Defend You Legacy Series XD is worth comparing. To each is own. Nice review.

[@GrumpyRumpy213]

Just bought 1 today. I’m here in Phx and man when I saw it I instantly fell in love. I’m going tomorrow to run it! Any attachments you recommend?

[@countryboyreviews]

I think it is just fine right out the box. Thanks for watching!

[@zik3742]

Thanks Country Boy, I suscribed ;) 👍 It will be my next gun for sure, may the force be with U.

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@iamnekoaires8262]

I have it and it is my fist gun and love it. Great to handle, pretty good on weight.

[@truthseeker1581]

My very first proper gun... this was 10 plus years ago. Loved it only reason I got rid of it was because it was in 40

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@haVocHWC3]

As far as first handguns go, you could do a LOT worse than an SDVE. This was the first gun I ever bought in 2015. Got it used for $250 with both mags and a crappy Galco holster. Still have the ol' girl tucked away in the safe and have probably put several thousand rounds without a single hiccup. Its a solid starter pistol. I think it'll get the job done.

[@jd9045]

Just picked up one for $434. I guess they're just getting more expensive everyday. But the gun feels great.

[@countryboyreviews]

You got a good one for sure 👍. Thanks for watching!

[@Cclips515]

I got one and they are definitely are legit. Only thing bad I could say is the trigger is kinda buns.

[@leoguy1609]

Bought mines in 2014 and the only issue was the polymer recoil guide rod warped after the first 156 rounds and haven't had another issue since. Use Weapon Shield you can lessen the trigger pull by 1-3 pounds.

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for the tip and for watching!

[@rogercoleman8515]

I got one of these and I can't figure out why it keeps jamming. I keep it clean. The only thing I can come up with is that I've got several different manufacturers ammo. I'm thinking about selling it because of it

[@jimmyjameson8705]

Have mine 5 yrs ago 700 rds zero failures !!

[@imjustsquirtle7960]

I just bought one, great gun

[@darrellbrown8547]

Great shooting pistol. I love it!

[@p.j.dyring1824]

Any holster recommendations for this weapon?

[@AssassinKreed1016]

Best pistol by far for the money

[@shobud71]

I have 2. Zero fails. Great Gun!

[@SHERMAN1976]

Thanks!! $399 here in Georgia. I will get 1 for my home!

[@brandoncoventry8546]

I love all 3 of mine. Just Install an apex trigger and some night sights and your good to go!

[@williamoxendine6121]

I like my trigger a little tight make sure it doesn’t go off accidentally but love my S-and-w WD 40 cal

[@m1lesmartnz]

I bought one the other day. Very durable and reliable gun. Similar to a Glock. I love mine

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@Columbus1152]

I love my SD9VE, I have friends with the Glock-19 and they lke the "feel" of the SD9 better than the boxy Glock. As far as the trigger it's a hard pull until you get used to it, but this is my home and carry self defense weapon and if I need to ever use it I don't need more reasons for a prosecutor to come after me for legally owning and using a weapon in self defense. So I'm leaving my trigger just as it came from the factory.

[@redneckrockhunters5021]

i just bought one paid 249 plus tax its the FD9 FDE and i love it

[@bruteman45]

Im a glock person but after seeing the field strip and the reviews i told my buddy whose selling one im byying it off him

[@aceeontherise]

Changed my sights and installed a lighter trigger pull, my go to gun for home defense.

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@jamesgarcia7823]

Where did you get your bal cap?

[@richshelton682]

Just bought one pick it up tomorrow

[@halonaruto1999]

I love the trigger and wish more guns would opt for heavier triggers many negligent fire incidents can be prevented by them

[@erindaking5712]

glad i’m not the only one who struggled with that 16th round 🤣

[@damrgee8279]

Something wrong with mine can’t hit the side of a wall. Any feedback is appreciated. Could it be the trigger as I am used to much better triggers?

[@kyleRS87]

That’d be my guess. Mine is stupid accurate

[@texmex8220]

280 brand new out the door 5 yrs ago... my FIRST EVER gun. Never looked back, the only pain is the aftermarket for the magazines and holsters

[@MrBakedDaily]

You can literally buy full metal mags for it at any gun store for 40$ same for holster

[@texmex8220]

@MrBakedDaily I mean no doubt but at the time, even getting those 40 bucks was a couple checks.

[@mr.joshua204]

My only complaint is that it's a pain in the ass to hold down the slide buttons to disaemble

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@josephstroud-oj6tj]

The 40 sdve I had man I trusted my life with it ❤️

[@markw6096]

That spring in the mag is a bitch to load. Switched out the trigger and now I love it for my everyday carry.

[@countryboyreviews]

Thanks for watching mark!

[@LittleliaExcision340]

I have 2 that are more expensive like 20k only guns I need them?

[@BarryCade-cc4up]

I recently bought a sd9ve traded a s&w model pre 10

[@carlnorried3152]

It's a keeper for me,

[@brownsnicker]

Going on 3 years on mine 1500 + rounds still not had an issue

[@richki.24]

My SD9VE is a keeper ....

[@kyleRS87]

Better than Glock

[@andrewgonzales9767]

I too sr dont notice a difference when im shooting Priuses

[@The_Legend_0-0-7]

Hey Chanel creator I need some help ....I bought this gun used for 420 and I feel like I got scammed .....the rack is so hard to pull back I have no clue why ...like bro ,I have to use all my strength to pull it back (I actually can't even pull it back I have it one in the chamber...)and when I see every one's videos it looks like butter...could you help me out with that ..what do I need to do to fix this gun cause the pawn shop won't let me return it (I payed full price for a used gun and they took 35$ off so it would have been close to 500 😐) ...im injured and I can't even pull the darn rack back ,I cleaned and oiled it but still feels the exact same like I need to be a body builder to pull it back ,every one I let homies play with it they have trouble w the rack.....maybe my injury makes me too weak to rack or maybe something is wrong with the gun I'm not sure but Im just regretting this purchase so much..can you help me out ??? Im just so salty cause I bought this without thinking... Maybe I need a double action revolver but idk ,I literally can't pull it back to clean or to rack ,I have others do it for me ....❤ Thanks ,here's a sub and all opinions is appreciated

[@Columbus1152]

A couple of things to try is, pull out the recoil rod and spring and inspect the rod (it's plastic) if it isn't straight it could be a problem. Re-assemble the gun without the recoil spring and see if the slides are smooth. There are aftermarket recoil assemblies, some made of metal. Good luck.

[@JesusGonzalez-vt9sg]

This is one of my first guns😊😂

[@derrickb7034]

Mine still works great 10 years later

[@lesleylatore6260]

Did it rust?

[@Cupofoj32]

Just joined the country boy family!!💖

[@countryboyreviews]

Awesome! Thank you very much ! I really appreciate you!

[@econ864]

I own this piece. Very nice

[@williamzuggi3168]

The only thing I don't like are the take down levers they could have been a bit longer you can buy longer ones

[@23hamze]

Great

[@LittleliaExcision340]

Yes same one

[@Werdnasemajjamesandrew]

I never felt i needed a gun until my baby mommas stalker got released from prison for stalking her, and showed up at my house yesterday in a stolen truck with intent to hurt or kill me. Luckily i was at work and the camera picked him up and he got arrested. I will never feel safe again until i have one of those sweet lookin machines. Im going to take some classes and i expect that gun to be the one for me.

[@Novelsectionbuzz]

I miss that gun

[@onyxcanidae]

I had an sd40ve

[@CHINOZ71]

I have the same gun love my gun

[@91210paige]

This was my first gun. I agree with everything you said. Your not paying $800 I paid $299 like you said. You have to have realistic expectations. The trigger is good but not great. You can upgrade it if you like. But if it wasn't any good Glock wouldn't have sued them. And won!

[@Nate_Higgins]

I like mine

[@ggarza5258]

It’s a bad boy for the price

[@geelor3086]

I hope I win I never had a sd9ve or owed a gun in my life😊

[@AZ-yo1qd]

Heavy trigger pool

[@bigbadchevy6707]

I guess I got the dud looking at alot of these comments cause mine jams alot not dependable at all for me.

[@Jason4422Daddybear]

I love mine. I've shot alot of guns including Glocks. I would take this any day over a Glock.

[@bicofire7390]

Cheap, but it will run, won’t carry one though

[@WorldViralDaily]

Good review woulda been great if you shot it.

[@KD-lb9bg]

This has home defense firearm written all over it with multiple copies staged in different areas. Aaand, a Maglula is your friend, Lol.

[@johndoee3850]

Mine excellent, I like the SIGMA BETTER, THE MP, 2.0 BETTER.

[@Bagrman-kt1ot]

Hit the sub button.. just bought it last week.. 👍👍