From what is mentioned, I say M&P. I am picking mine up this week.

You can't argue with the success of Glock. I would be very comfortable trusting my life with that gun, except that it feels horrible in my hand. I wanted to like them, but I can't. It doesn' feel natural.

I like the XDm, but when I pick up the M&P, it feels great to me.

Any will serve you well. Good luck.

Edit: Not mentioned here - but you may want to consider a Stoeger Cougar. I have one & LOVE it. Not a great carry gun, but a fantastic shooter & great value - IMO.

Originally Posted by thelonerang3r

I'm aware of all of this. My question to the forum assumes I shoot them all the same (haven't made it that far yet) and they all feel comparable (haven't even made it that far yet). As for the availability of 357Sig ammo, I see it more often than .45 Auto or 9mm with prices near that of the .45. I have never seen .40 locally. I'm not saying it's not around, I just haven't seen it.

Thats because NO ONE is buying it..so it stays on the shelf. 9MM and 45 ACP fly off the shelves like a covey of quail making a break for it.

I'm a Glock guy so I'd say Glock. IMO it's the best 9mm pistol on the market.

I would go M&P for its adjustable and superior ergonomics. Super comfy gun to hold and shoot.