Smith & Wesson SD9 VE Shooting Impressions

[@georgemoomaw9437]

I LOVE my SD9 VE. It is accurate, reliable, well built, has never jammed and it easy to carry concealed. And, to top it all off - it is very reasonably priced.

[@roadking681]

Its an awesome gun and very underrated. I put the Apex $65 trigger kit on it and now it shoots excellent and better then most of my guns. I like this gun and the way it points and I shoot it better then all 18 of my Glocks.

[@professorpewpuew]

Seems pretty solid. I have seen so many of these fly off the shelves in any given day. I think I want one to try.

[@richki.24]

I have to say this runs better than my father's Beretta 92, his 92 jams quite a bit, my SD9VE never jams ...

[@kyles280]

Mine either

[@AquaStevae]

I disagree with the gripes both big and small. I actually like the checkering on the rear of the grip. It assures you have a good grip even if your hand is a bit sweaty. I live in the south east, and firing in the hot sun most of the time brings sweaty hands. That checkering does it's job. Another point to that gripe is that this is labeled as a Self Defense gun, not a range gun. And in a self defense situation, you don't want anything interfering with your ability to hold onto the weapon. As for the trigger, I'm starting to think that people just complain about this trigger because other notable people have complained about it, and that gives them some kind of reputational points. AGAIN I want to remind everyone that this is a Self Defense weapon, with no safety. It's supposed to be a longer heavier trigger, to avoid accidental fires. Spending money and adjusting the gun to you, instead of putting in the practice and adjusting to the weapon is the wrong path. Getting used to this trigger is not a hard thing to do, but it does require a little effort. Putting a lighter shorter trigger on this weapon as so many have done with the Apex replacement, in my opinion is shallow thinking and not a smart thing to do. With a little polishing of the internal pieces, and some lube on the trigger mechanisms, this trigger becomes buttery smooth after a few hundred rounds through it. I own the SD9, and it's a reliable and affordable weapon, that punches well above its weight. Other than that, good vid.

[@bucknakedbullfrog]

I agree with you 1000 percent learn the trigger!!! It does get smoother over time. I have fed mine everything without a single malfunction of any kind. I used some aerosol teflon on the trigger and it went from 8 to 7.5lb pull in a few seconds.I shoot a lot of aluminum and the SD9VE shoots it well. I prefer the grip of the old Sigma over the SD9VE. Just my .02 cents.

[@clydeyoshida2627]

I have one of these I like them, shoots fine, no complaints just keep use to the harder pull in the trigger you’ll be fine. A good firearm

[@onedogbowen]

Grew job folks. The SD9VE is a great “defense” firearm. I got one in 9mm and one in 40 S&W. It’s a firearm you will not have a many AD’s with which makes it a good defense firearm. It’s a firearm you can put in the nightstand and when needed use it to protect your family. It’s not target firearm nor do I think Smith and Wesson wanted to be. It’s a firearm for the common man. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@GB-zi6qr]

Awesome comment!!! I agree 💯. However, I like to "tinker". IMO, this has at least one added benefit. I don't have to depend on this as a primary or only defensive option. This does have some after market support. I'm sure everyone can see where I'm going with this. I reiterate, these are great out of the box and require no mods!!! I happen to think they're also good candidates for modification. Don't let desires replace needs.

[@traumajock]

Through the 80s, 90s, and mid 20-teens I was a 1911 guy. I bought three of the SDVEs (two 9s and one 40) in 2014 and gave one to my daughter for college graduation. I paid 279 each. I did all the trigger and spring mods on mine. They're a great value. I'm a P320, micro-9 and mostly a revolver guy now, but a SDVE with a TLR1-HL still lives in the nightstand (in a locked case, there's frequently a highly mobile fast-moving 2.5 year old at the house).

[@bmav007]

I have one of these in black and brown and it has been AWESOME. I bought it as my first 9mm and I definitely made the right choice!

[@Eman1900O]

I like the trigger. Why? Because it doesn’t have a safety. A gun with a light trigger and no safety is scary to me.

[@Llamas2128]

Traditionalist amen haha I just picked one up and came to the same conclusion and I haven’t upgraded the trigger. I’m not trying to blow a nut off sitting down to fast

[@alexrocco5224]

I’m guessing you are being facetious. But with any holster that does what it’s supposed to, how could that possibly happen by “sitting down too fast?”

[@NuIVIb]

True, didn’t think about it at first. But makes more sense like that. God forbid it was a hair trigger and you pulled that bad boy by accident somehow

[@luccianomolaro7114]

Even with the upgrade the trigger pull is still long as all hell and has a safety on the trigger its just not the hinged safety Its the lever safety trigger still very very safe and if you have a holster you would have to be an idiot to shoot yourself while it's holstered or otherwise and it's still like 3.7 to 4.1 lbs after the upgrade

[@leedeville6935]

Traditionalist I switched out the trigger on mine, I agreed.

[@Gumby56]

I have the SD40ve with the apex trigger and spring kit, love this gun! As a retired LEO, I can choose any gun I want and I chose this gun. Edit, also put Talon rubberized grips on it.

[@paulh6101]

steve graham umm as a civilian, I can choose any gun I want as well?

[@Gumby56]

Paul Highbaugh , not in california.

[@paulh6101]

steve graham haha.. Gotcha

[@Gumby56]

Tyrone Power , as far as I know yes. But why come here, for the weather?

[@Gumby56]

Tyrone Power, progressive = no guns.

[@vllrrql]

This a great pistol that i have carried since 1996, both on and off duty. I best trust USA made pistols, and have only had one round hangup due to my fault trying rapid fire. I’ve had 5000+ rounds passed through it. Fits great in my large hand, sights are very easy to use, triggering is very reliable. I like it better than my Glock 17 or 19 or baby Glock. I also like the 40 caliber and for the price point , it is unbeatable!! Thanks for the review !!!

[@DrumandPianoDude]

I wish S&W would produce a sub-compact version, and add one in .45 acp. It's a great platform!

[@jimgessner6071]

I love the reliability. After 1000 rounds of mixed ammo, it ate everything, no failures. The trigger is excessively heavy for my taste, it consistently hits left, even from a bench, and one of magazines never locks the slide back. However, for the price it’s well worth it.

[@absentinsomniac]

Why not adjust the sight? I actually replaced the rear sight for like 8$ with the M&P rear sight, measured with a caliper to make sure it was centered. Also replaced the trigger with an APEX trigger + spring kit. Just put it in a vice with some towels or whatever to prevent scratching, buy a 24$ punch set off amazon (to prevent scratching), and punch the rear sight a little in whatever direction to adjust it. Using a caliper to center it can help if you have one. The trigger kit was a little tricky but only took me like half a day or a day to finish. Or you could have a gunsmith do it pretty easily. Added some talon grips, and now I'm hitting way easier with it. Feels like a whole new gun, haven't noticed any change in reliability.

[@valdesigns1346]

Saw another KZbin video where the guy had issues with slide not locking. He said he stretched the spring in the magazine and it solved the issue.

[@g10s]

I own a couple of these... great in the car gun or night stand. I personally like the long trigger pull. In a situation where I will use this the adrenaline will make it pretty much unnoticeable also less likely to have an AD.

[@quintinmcclearen7640]

AD?

[@g10s]

@@quintinmcclearen7640 accidental discharge... more commonly called a negligent discharge

[@alexanderwiltshire6346]

I just purchased one today and ready to enjoy it and be well protected as well thanks guys for the good comments

[@hmiranda71]

I purchased as a home defense handgun and no regrets ,it been reliable .The only upgrade i installed talon grips and feels extremely good.

[@thefilmguy]

When I first went looking for a 9mm pistol the SD9VE was the first I tried. The trigger was heavy but Apex Tactical can fix that. M&P sights will fit it. I like the finger pads on the frame as an index point, but the slide serrations are a little shallow and I found the magazines to be pricy compared to the M&P. Might still buy one though.

[@rareform6747]

In my carry , love a long trigger !

[@LibrlRevolution]

I just bought one of these and have put about 250 rounds through it of various quality and grain weights and haven’t had a single problem. The trigger is a little heavy but I’m going to put the Apex trigger spring kit in it for $20 to take 2 lbs off. Can’t beat this gun for the price.

[@slingshot8721]

Excellent video. I have one and trust my life with it. I practice with it from 5 to 10yds from the target. It's easy to get good shots at self defense distances. No trigger work is needed. Just practice and you will get used to it fairly quickly. You don't have to spend $500+ for a self defense pistol.

[@martyneff4008]

After 500 rounds it's silky smooth. I shoot a 38 Smith and Wesson model 64, my wife has the SD9 VE, I want one for me now.

[@settleschris1965]

A really good underrated gun

[@Brett235]

I have one of these and I really like it. I have a cz po7 as well along with a kahr cw9 and the s&w has never failed to fire, stove piped, failed to chamber a round or any other malfunction where the other two have. The sd9ve came with a crimson trace 200 lumen mounted light for $279.00 from academy sports, a person can't beat that price for the quality. I keep it in a drawer near the bed and occasionally get it out to do a little plinking. I'd rather spend $300 on the gun and $200 on ammo than $5-600 on just the gun when the $300 gun is just as reliable.

[@jmmartin7766]

The Smth SVE is a contemporary of the Ruger P95... Both were reliable, tough, accurate, easily concealed, and (eventually) low in price... The result is that they make the perfect 'stash' gun, with which to defend home, auto, family, whatever, in a SHTF scenario-- which happens more often than one might think.

[@davidleekalbjr.3035]

I fired 500 rounds of Winchester 124gr NATO in my SD9. I have a trigger sear release issue. I'm not sure if it's ammo related. Otherwise, it's a great firearm. I posted a 500 round review.

[@pennywisepennywise9042]

I'm glad to say that my SD40 was the first gun I bought and it's been very good to me ❤❤

[@damonlee3225]

Iv Had my sd9ve for about 8 months now it has never jammed on me and iv never once had an issue with it I love it

[@bishop5537]

This was my first handgun, ive put over a thousand rounds down range, only had one failure, but that was just a bad round. All kinds of ammo through it, no problems. I had to file down the grips as well, after 50 or 60 rounds, my hand was getting pretty sore. For the life of me, I could not zero the sights, even at 10 yards. Upgraded the trigger with the apex spring kit, WAY better. 2" groupings at 15 yards, improved even more after I put a cheap laser on it. Its a great gun, just wish it had a manual safety...

[@MegaChuck51]

Put a HOUGE rubber grip slip-on over it. I have one on mine and it improves the grip and also helps to cushion the recoil!

[@Deschuttes]

Which product was it exactly? They don't list one of the rubber slip-on for this particular model.

[@freedomjoe7118]

Awesome - great video. Thank you for showing the wide variety it can handle. Bought mine not too long ago, after seeing for so many years what a workhorse it is. I picked up some Hornady Critical Defense 115gr FTX for self defense and Red Army Standard elite 124gr FMJ for the range for practice with it. The pistol also adapts well to other magazines, I got a ProMag 32 Round mag for it that fits perfectly in the SD9VE. I just love it. Great to see what a huge diversity I have to pick from now. Thanks again.🤙

[@MrBuckeye63]

Oh boy !, can’t wait to see your review of the SD9 2.0 just released this week

[@larrykool8637]

I own a SD9VE and have installed the Apex trigger kit. I highly recommend the kit. I purchased ithe weapon about four years ago. In spite of the fact that I've shot firearms for more than 40 years, this was my very first pistol (I was always a rifle/shotgun guy). At this point, I have roughly 5000 rounds through it, and I'm still a terrible shot. On the other hand, my brother can shoot my SD9Ve better than he can shoot his own Glock 19. He used to be a competitive shooter. He was regularly ringing an 8" steel plate offhand with my weapon at 75 yards (80% + of the time).

[@hartsickdisciple]

To the people saying the gun isn't accurate- The SD9 and SD40 are tack-drivers, once you figure out the right grip and master the trigger. It took me awhile with my SD40, but I eventually figured out that the issue wasn't the gun, but me. I installed the Apex trigger/spring kit, which made the trigger substantially nicer. That helped my accuracy in a big way, but also proved that the gun wasn't the issue. When I do my job with proper grip and trigger pull, it's very accurate out to 15-20 yards. I'm talking 2-3 inch groups. If you're shooting with 2 hands, make sure your support hand grip is very snug, especially your thumb. Don't be afraid to put it high on the slide. Use a lot of pinky for your shooting hand grip.

[@zombie5883]

i run the SD9HighViz and did the trigger upgrade and extended slide love the gun so much i bought a back up sd9ve and a sd40ve

[@FirstSuiGeneris]

Great review, it’s definitely a trainer for new shooters that are just starting. For the price you can’t go wrong. Good home defense weapon for anyone.

[@littlebittathisnthatfirear8048]

It's a no frills get the job done weapon. It's job is in its name and it's name isn't optimal plinker 9 ve. If you need to pull a trigger in defence i doubt anyone will stop to complain about a trigger... You wouldnt notice it. It costs 300 and under, runs any round without fail, is easily concealed, light weight, easy to hold secure with sweaty scared hands, it's drop safe to perfection, m&p sights fit it btw, its visually appealing,and has high capacity magazines..... It has 0 contenders once you factor those facts together in my opinion for 300 and under.... Side note... I was in a wreck where a tornado actually threw me off the road and down a 50 foot embankment flipping end over. The weapon was in my glove box loaded in my iwb holster. ( I know i know but had good reason youtube doesn't need to hear) anyway weapon was found 50 yards away from truck the mag did come loose and weapon was found in water hours later with a live round still in it. Wasn't able to clean it for 3 weeks. Field stripped it cleaned assembled and its ate around 2k rounds since with 0 issues. Still retains mag n all. Love it for 300. I'd pay up to 4 maybe 450 but can't cuz they have other weapons at that price point with more frills. Nice video btw.

[@GB-zi6qr]

So, I have this in the .40 cal version. Yes it eats what ever you feed it. The heavy trigger pull has an easier and cheaper fix than buying the Apex kit. Trigger drills, a lot of trigger drills, this will wear it in very well. Pull weight now feels comparable to my Gen 1 M&P 9 full size. I have bought the Apex kit and tried it, for me it makes the trigger too light. The replacement trigger however helps the feel and moves the breaking point forward, imo. Installed the trigger kit to try and combat the low and left shots. For me the fix was to increase grip pressure. Grip texture was not a problem but evidently the weapon does shift in my hands. Looking at either a grip sleeve or Talon grips. YMMV.

[@GB-zi6qr]

So the cost of purchasing these pistols has finally come back down and I wanted to reacquaint myself with them. Thus I had to revisit this video. So update. I have installed the Talon Grips rubberized version of their grip tape. Immediate improvement!!! I do consider this model a good, inexpensive firearm. What have I learned after having the .40 cal version? They do work. Yes, you will probably have to put in some practice to get the most from it. I don't think this model is forgiving of poor shooting techniques for distances beyond 7yrds. Example: I like to shoot pistols at 20 yards. I had little trouble connecting with my M&P. My SD40VE showed me where my technique was lacking. Thus, now I have no trouble connecting with my M&P. I believe this is a solid product as is. No modifications needed. However, if you have other defensive options. Should you be the type that wants to tinker, this might be a good candidate. There is after market support. While I may very well pursue this course, I DO NOT recommend this. I have other options and will not be dependent on this as my primary. As previously stated, I've already "tinkered" with my SD40VE, so I'll probably "tinker" with this one also. GB, I really like your review and thus had to resurrect it. Hopefully more people will see it. 😎

[@advancedsurvivaltactix]

I like my SD9 so much I bought another one so I can duel wield in style.

[@Q.Lawrence]

I had the 40 cal one. The apex trigger and spring kit is a must on this gun. It had a long reset after the install, but no big deal. I like the grip better than the Glock grip. I got rid of it because I wanted an SKS.

[@chrisminblkdiamond]

Upgrade your guide rod spring a little less recoil, the upgraded slide lever lock makes take down so much easier and the apex trigger upgrade makes a much lighter trigger pull. I left the stock trigger in as the apex feels weird after getting used to the stock one. The apex you will have to file down to hit the right spot...

[@bruceesterline3170]

The trigger gets much better after breaking it in.

[@brad0805]

This was a fantastic review video! Thanks for taking the time.

[@GBGuns]

Thank you and welcome to GBGuns. Check the pinned comment or video deaceuption for the complete article review

[@jayman1338]

What S&W needs to do is come out with an SD9VE subcompact carry version with a 10 round mag. I personally feel it would sell very well.

[@ashleyvelez5655]

I own one and IT NEVER JAMS!!! EVER!!!!

[@davidthomas1329]

The newer ones do not have the aggressive checkering also there is a noticeable trigger difference between my 2016 sd9ve an the all black version sd9 I just purchased 2022. the trigger is definitely not as heavy I believe its the same trigger from the 2.0 m&p so they are definitely improving also price went up it was 429 with night sights at Academy Sports

[@GBGuns]

Thanks, I was winder how they justified nearly doubling the price

[@davidthomas1329]

@@GBGuns I would say the price now days is based on availability gun owners have hit a new area price increases across the board not to mention the ammo

[@GuardianCraft1]

I don’t know how they’re justifying the price hike and really don’t like the new checkering. Love the gun! Been having them for years and have a full family set. Great gun, however no longer “budget”.

[@garageguy879]

This is a decent budget gun.The 1st thing I would do is put on some rubberized Talon Grips.Other than that,this would make an excellent truck or garage gun.

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Nice. Looks like a decent piece. Really like your shooting format.

[@oscardelta1257]

A friend just bought one brand new for $249, that is dirt cheap for a handgun of this quality

[@Denman500.]

It looks like a remodel of my Sigma9,my old Sigma has been 100%

[@BrianJohnson-tz6xl]

That's all the sd pistols are , the next level of the sigma , I have a sigma sw9ve and I love that gun , no failures at all ! I also have the sd40ve !

[@kitbruttig1995]

Great review! I would love to see a comparison view with the SW high end model. What does the high end model have worth almost twice the price?

[@deadsoulwalking4296]

Put the apex trigger and springs in it

[@j.wat.3437]

Not a target gun. But a self defense. Train with it with SD in mine. I have 3 now. Trigger is really not a cz but it gets the job done. Put some rubber Talon grips on it and you're good to go. It's good for the money? It's just good!

[@davidlemmon4603]

I love Smith & Wesson products and this is an awesome budget gun. Now here is the deal: I saw another video that mentioned the S&W M&P Gen. 1 costs just a little bit more but you get much more bang for the buck.. I don't know how true that is, but for the cost of the SD9VE.... Why not get one? Nice little 9mm to take out to the desert and throw into the truck.. Maybe toss into your bug bag in the trunk of your car?

[@joehelvey5794]

Definitely one of my better “value for money spent” in this category. I’ve paid more for less on more than one occasion lol.

[@GBGuns]

It's a shame they jacked the price the last couple of years

[@joehelvey5794]

Yeah, no doubt. Mine had a $329 retail written on it and it was on sale for $299 otd thru my ffl. Not as cheap as they once should be, or even once were. But in this economic climate not too bad.

[@budgetguncinema7777]

This will be my next gun. You might could tell by my profile pic that I like budget guns. Mostly due to my almost non existent budget lol! I get a half chub anytime I see one of these SD9VE's in action. Some day maybe I'll cave and save for a Glock, only because of their reputation though, not because I particularly like them.

[@GBGuns]

I've got an entire playlist of "affordable option".

[@budgetguncinema7777]

Graham Baates nice, I'll check it out.

[@eduardorivera4100]

I've noticed a lack of cz pistols here. Their well priced n awesome please check some out. Btw love the channel good format splitting up the review n shooting impressions Keep up the good work

[@GBGuns]

+eduardo rivera thank you. CZ won't work with us.

[@chrisboyer6999]

I have the sd40ve, put night sights,hogue tactical grip sleeve,and s.s.guide rod for my upgrade.shoots very nice.would recommend anyone to buy one.especially for the cost.

[@robertwhite9426]

Great video, I think its the best 9mm for the money, I absolutely love the sunglasses you have on, what are they?

[@walterminer4990]

Checkering to me is great. Trigger is basically double action.

[@rodneyavis368]

Love mine going to shoot and enjoy it is 👌 God bless y'all 🙏

[@ronniethompson3498]

if you offered me this are Glock which one would I take the Glock so I could sell it and buy 3 SD9s

[@howdidkobecrosstheroadonim3748]

Dawn Patrol as intro theme? Subbed

[@FOXHOUND1956]

Having watched the video again I disagree on a couple complaints.The checkering on the back is not too much and gives good grip.The Trigger is not that bad and with any gun you adapt and get used to it.I did get the Apex trigger kit but haven't had it installed yet. Great gun I've enjoyed my SD9VE a lot and have shot my Nephews Glock19 which wasn't that much different from the SD9VE maybe a tad smoother but not enough to justify spending $$$$ more.

[@philponder5460]

Lol did you say 30 yds? Seemed to me like 30ft. With how fast i was hearing the ding. Either way shooting that fast i wouldn't be able to hit 8" that well at 20ft.

[@Alamo-cz5xc]

Put an Apex trigger on it,Bam! Beats a Glock. Hahahaha!

[@unclejamesx9808]

i put an apex trigger on it, and bam jammed 15 times at the range.

[@latinace1981]

@@unclejamesx9808 on a glock

[@spiketheadventurefurry8732]

Do the mags still rattle when you carry them? That was a issue I had with carrying one of these. Otherwise these are grate gun once you put a lighter trigger in it.

[@sentilele]

you are a great shooter. thank you for sharing it

[@bamxuberant]

Brand new to guns, Going to get my Smith and Wesson SD9 on Friday, what does the differences in grain do?

[@GBGuns]

Grain is the weight of the bullet. Typically heavier rounds are slower, lighter are faster. Sometimes lighter have less recoil too.

[@bamxuberant]

@@GBGuns Wow! Okay, thank you so much for the explanation.

[@Junior-zf5ed]

Low left your both anticipating the trigger. Put Apex trigger in it and its dead on.

[@GBGuns]

+Junior 83 I tend to squeeze

[@Junior-zf5ed]

Graham Baates actually anticipating the trigger is Probaly wrong words to use. That particular trigger is so long and heavy I notice a Lot of people experienced shooters as well always go low left with that gun

[@silentbob267]

It is not uncommon for the sights on a new pistol to be a little off to one side or another. It typically doesn't take much effort to drift them over with a punch and a hammer.

[@GBGuns]

Plus I'm left-handed. That doesn't help much, but I like to train with my support hand and so that's why you always see me shoot right-handed.

[@ghost2690]

Have they done a video on the ruger 9e?

[@TheJay1976]

New to your channel just purchase this Gun, it's all types 9mm ammunition out there what would you recommend for home defense ammunition and range ammunition if that make sense still learning a lot... Nice video

[@GBGuns]

Thank you and welcome! Anything works for range ammo, if you're practicing for defense looks for something with similar recoil to your defense load. Start with the same bullet weight like 115gr. As far as best home Defense round I look for shallower penetration like a solid copper hollow point to minimize the risk of shooting through the bad guy and my house. There are tons of great options out there.

[@TheJay1976]

@@GBGuns Thanks for the info

[@anthonyortiz20102010]

what hearing protection you recommend using. Love the work you guys do btw?

[@DoubleOddJosh]

This was the first pistol I ever bought

[@Adetokunbo03]

So how was it and what do you have now?

[@kyles280]

Mine too and still love it

[@littlekingtrashmouth9219]

We can never be apart, can we?

[@DoubleOddJosh]

@@littlekingtrashmouth9219 Dude, I didn't know you liked guns!

[@littlekingtrashmouth9219]

@@DoubleOddJosh I do. Was thinking of getting this. What’s this accuracy issue I hear about? Is the trigger really that bad?

[@bryanoliver5550]

Has this 9mm SD9 VE Smith & Wesson gotten better over the past 10 years , any upgrades ?

[@FatalFlaw85]

Your comment is 3 years old and the sd9ve still hasn't been out for 10 years... It's initial release was in 2012 so its been out for 6 years when your comment was made, 3 years later it's just now been out for 9 years

[@101airbornechuck]

i've got a sw9ve...are they the same gun? looks identical and breaks down the same way.

[@SmokeytheJeep]

Charles Sedlacek That’s the previous model. The SD replaced the SW, which itself replaced the Sigma.

[@mrfpaige]

I just didn't care for the gun. Trigger was the main thing I just hated. As your test show it would work well all ammo. But the follow up shot was horrible.....that trigger. Good video ...thanks

[@WeSRT4]

I'll take a TP9SF at this price range.

[@mikelyles7330]

Great reliability. Inexpensive or not a defensive gun should at least be that. Besides this gun is 500 bucks in California, so it isn't so cheap.

[@GBGuns]

It was $250 on the free states until S&W seems to have raised the price

[@marcosalazar5333]

is this the same as the version that's all black?

[@freshfowler1398]

Great review and thank you!! I have shot this gun and it's ok but would definitely upgrade the trigger cuz it is not pleasant at the range at all!! Fix it S&W and you will sell 10 times as many!👍🇺🇸

[@Eman1900O]

Fresh Fowler what should they do to the trigger?

[@silentbob267]

I wonder if they don't incorporate Apex triggers as standard for legal purposes. If they sell them with good light triggers lawyers could try to use it against them in court. If someone puts an Apex trigger kit in one it shifts any accusations of a light trigger causing a problem to the owner of the pistol for the modification rather than the manufacturer.

[@Eman1900O]

Craig Arnold good point. Some want a heavy trigger because this fun doesn’t have a safety. I don’t like safeties for personal protection and I definitely don’t want to shoot myself or someone accidentally

[@danm6668]

One question, after loading the magazines at full capacity did they make any sounds or rattle?

[@kyles280]

Dan M mine dont

[@horatiodreamt]

How does 9mm +P ammo shoot in this pistol?

[@richki.24]

Love my SD9VE ...

[@1RobHunter1]

Definite trigger replacement. When a trigger is too heavy, you will pull shots and be worse off in high stress situations where you need to be fast and accurate. A 4lb to 5lb trigger is all you need high stress to range shooting and competition down to 3lb trigger pull target work. Ridiculous that this trigger is 8+ lbs pull by S&W. This formula has been known since 1940's.

[@GBGuns]

Or you get training and develop trigger finger discipline. I've competed Front Sight as a Distinguished Graduate using a DA/SA, all it took was learning the trigger.

[@johnnywishbone932]

Cut two and a half coils off the sear spring. It helps with the trigger and it’s free. It’s not a beginner gun it’s a darn good high quality pistol. American made and shoots well. Go ahead and spend heaps of money of something else but I better none of you would want to volunteer to put a target on your t-shirt and take a ineffective round by a cheap pistol?

[@joseCalderon1976]

Not sure bad for a $320 dollar gun. I might pick one up one day as a truck/car gun. Lifetime warranty from S&W included.

[@JohnnyDogs1978]

I've got "double tap left or right to skip 10 seconds" top center on my phone. It's just appeared there, I've gone thru settings, I can change the amount it skips, just not get rid of it saying it. It popped up this morning, never seen it before, it's bugging the hell out of me. Anyone know how to get rid of it? I only watch KZbin on my phone, my kids have to be pryed away from the computers.

[@Eman1900O]

NoMoreYouSure1000 didn’t realize it until you said this. Doesn’t seem to be a problem for me.

[@JohnnyDogs1978]

Yipyo1986 it's gone away now. Weird. I have been watching KZbin for hours, in hospital waiting room, and it decided to disappear by itself.

[@GBGuns]

+NoMoreYouSure1000 they've been rolling out some changes, you may have stumbled into one

[@Eman1900O]

NoMoreYouSure1000 still does it for me. I kind of Iike it

[@JohnnyDogs1978]

Yipyo1986 I can skip either way, it's an awesome feature, but having the written out instructions at the top middle was a pain in the ass. It was blocking out faces and other things. The writing has gone now, but I can still skip back and forth 10 seconds, no problem.

[@mikebeasley2942]

I think it takes more than 3 bullets per mag to prove it runs well.

[@alexrocco5224]

And as he said...you are welcome to donate to his fund! Otherwise, spend your own money to review it!

[@Mr_Resz]

I cringed when she said the grip and the trigger was her big complaint, duh it has no safety and it’s for self defense hence SD. When someone’s attacking you or coming at you the extra pound of pressure on the trigger won’t mean a thing. The grip easy for your female hands just get a grip cover

[@mattjs]

At 2:53, it sounds like Erika took a bump of coke 🙂🙂

[@MrDoakster]

Sounds like a perfect model unit for multiple locations in the home for defense. That won’t break the bank and above good quality and dependability with loaded full magazines/clips.!!!! Hehheheheh Does Glock do this? No. One model 600-700 dollar’s per unit. But feel free to correct me if I’m mistaken.

[@elvirhadzic2784]

Why are looking a for a needle in a haystack, I don’t have any problem with this gun whatsoever

[@casperaudi7476]

I Love this pistol I love the way it feels maybe it’s you guys that don’t like the way it feel and touch of the gun PS No shots on target 🎯 maybe it’s You guys.

[@richki.24]

trigger isn't so great and I seem to shoot lower left when I practicing ..

[@GB-zi6qr]

I have the SD40VE, it does the same thing. Except when really locking down with grip. I'm going to get a slip grip or Talon rubber grips, haven't decided yet.

[@blt308]

You can't even make a general suggestion on this channel otherwise they're going to direct you to their patreon account.

[@GBGuns]

Have you tried? That policy though does make more sense. These videos aren't free to create, maybe we should prioritize those who help make it possible.

[@justandordinaryjoe4542]

Not a budget gun in Ma where they made at!! Any who ha I got one and it’s not a very accurate gun further then 10yards!! Buy very reliable!! Pain in the ass to field strip so I got the extended break down lever for $12 and a steel guid rod for $13 since it comes with a plastic one!!! I also did a poor man on the sites and used neon green paint On front site and blacked out rear white dots and I can shoot a lot better now!!!

[@SneakHeat23]

Where can I get the steel guide rod from?

[@molonlabe459]

you guys have baby hands

[@timbango2090]

What makes the sd9 not as good as m&p glock xd and all the other 500 dollar guns? Because I don't see anything about it that makes it lesser. Some of it is better.

[@GBGuns]

There's nothing wrong with the SD9

[@leoguy1609]

That stamp steel slide stop wasn't designed to be used to release the slide and have replaced a few on Glock pistols, besides your not using the full tension of the recoil spring which could result in a shooters induced malfunction, you also shouldn't allow the slide to slam shut on a empty chamber like your wife did you risk damaging the extractor. Only problem I had since 2014? Recoil guide rod warped after 145 rounds and replaced it with a metal one. Fired 2800 rounds since replacing my guide rod without any issues.

[@GBGuns]

I've heard a lot of lore like those you warn about yet in years of shooting hundreds of guns I've yet to encounter any of it.

[@jeffreylane7]

wanted to love the gun...did not like the trigger at all.

[@silentbob267]

Apex makes a trigger kit for these that apparently solves that issue.

[@silentbob267]

Haha If it is anything like the trigger on my M&P 45 most would feel the need to upgrade it as well. I have heard they have improved the triggers on the newer M&P's but have not felt one personally.

[@touaregbebe]

Very disappointing ,shoots good , never jams but slide won't stay back after every empty mag.