Price has nothing to do with quality. This is by design, an American made Glock 19 copy. It’s a high quality, low cost combat pistols designed for self defence. Stop crying and start buying! You can mod the trigger for free if you have any knowledge in gunsmithing! Yep free!
I got a very good deal on my SD40VE so I couldn't pass it up. I will eventually get the SD9VE also. For the price these are great pistols. First range session with my SD40VE and I was pleasantly surprised. Good accuracy from this pistol and it feeds any ammo I toss at it. By the way, it was the Sigma that S&W got sued over, not the SDVE series.
Quick FYI : According to some of the feedback from S&W to people on the forums, putting in a METAL guide rod spring assembly will mess up your gun. Supposedly, the gun is meant to have some flexing of that plastic rod,,,,,, and a no flex metal pole will eat at your frame. S&W also claimed they know what the damage from the metal rods looks like, and won't fix your gun under warranty if they see it. + + this is what was claimed on the forum, I can't say I heard it first-hand from the rep,,,,,,,,,so you decide how to take the warning + +
Good info man! Thanks for posting this! I haven't heard of this so thanks for bringing it up. I will put a note of it in my video description mentioning that
Honestly it’s probably worth saving up the extra money to get a m&p 2.0 or to just buy one used. That being said the sd9 was my first gun and I wouldn’t have done anything different. I very much enjoy how customizable it is and I’ve really improved it and made it my own. Definitely one of my favorites. That being said I also own a M&p shield and have shot my buddies full size m&p and there’s no denying that they are just a little bit better made guns. But the Sd9/40 is no slouch by any means. If it’s all you can afford then by all means go for it, it’s a great little gun.
Me personally I don’t mind the money but I still want to buy it as a first because it’s the first fun my dad got so I wanna be like him there and get it. I was originally gonna her a Glock as first but ima the SD40 as a first then ima get glocks and FN’s and AR15’s etc
AJ, I agree with you and thanks for not being that gun sob ass and actually being honest about it. If this is all you can afford I agree go for it. I actually can afford something more but I really like these SD's when I checked them out. Don't have a 40 but maybe I should.
It’s the precursor to the M&P. If smith never got sued you would be rocking this gun singing it’s praises. The fact S&W other guns have the same frame designed speak volumes to “the lesser design” argument.
The SD9 and SD40 are awesome buys if you can find them under $400. Definitely very Glock-like. I have the SD40 (non-VE) that came with a black slide and fiber optic sights from the factory. The trigger was unpleasant for me, so I did the Apex spring and trigger upgrade. As it is now, I'd definitely take it over a stock Glock 22 or 23.
They didn't get sued over the SD9VE, the SD series pistols were made to replace Sigma the (SW9VE) it was The Sigma series pistols that were so similar to the competing Glock pistols that Glock sued Smith & Wesson for patent infringement. The case was settled out of court in 1997, with S&W agreeing to make alterations to the Sigma design and pay an undisclosed amount to Glock, the SD9VE is a hybrid of the SW9VE (sigma) and the SD9, hence the name too is a mix of the two series the SW9VE Sigma and the SD9 (SD9)(VE), it's basically a third generation Sigma
Yes! This was all brought to my attention by a viewer and I looked into it to get the exact details, and your exactly right. I'll make a note of that in the description so people know that I mispoke. Sorry everybody! I was given incorrect info...
I've had sd40ve for about 4yrs , never had an issue with performance, came with carry case, 2mags , little over 220 . If you have to send in for warranty work , do so in stock condition as thats how it will be returned, so I've read.
Couple of corrections: Glocks do not come standard with metal guide rod assemblies, they come with polymer guide rods, just like the SD9VE, which many owners chose to upgrade to stainless steel guide rods. Same for the sights - both come with polymer sights from the factory, with the SD9VE having traditional 3 dot sights, while the Glock has that weird U-notch arrangement
It looks exactly like how a Glock would look if it wasn't ugly. Definitely going this route, otherwise I'd be too busy scowling at the uninspired black rectangle to deal with the intruder.
Good review. I've got the SD9VE which I bought for myself as a retirement gift. $319.00 plus tax in 2015. It shoot well for me. I've owned a dozen Glocks which I cant shoot well and btw all had the same type polymer guide rod assemblies as the SD9VE has.
I got the 9mm version and the 40 version as well. I do have to say that the grip texture on the 9mm is a little better then the 40 but dey both are my favorites😎
Good review overall but you have some fact wrong. The Glock lawsuit was not over the SD9VE or SD40VE model pistols. It was over the SW40F and SW9F the original Sigma series of gun. Those were replaced by the SW9VE and SD40VE this are the second generation Sigma. Up to that point S&W was paying Glock some money for each gun sold. The SD9VE and SD40VE replaced the Sigma series ending the Glock lawsuit payments.The SD9VE and SD40VE are great budget guns with great S&W warranty. They are the best gun in that budget category .
The Taurus G3 is the same size and comes with a 17 round mag. I have never had a problem and the G3 as well as the G2C are both very accurate. Because I don't own a SD9 or 40VE I can't speak to it's accuracy or reliability. However, I do feel that Taurus makes great pistols and will probably buy others in the future. My TX22 has one of the best triggers I have ever used. Thanks for the review and I may sneak in a S&W SD40VE at some point 👍.
Funny u mention the G3 because I have been trying to add one of those to my collection for about a year and haven't been able to find one. It seems like Taurus had problems with reliability in the past and completely resolved those issues for the g2c and g3. I've seen crazy torture tests of both and the Taurus just keeps working perfectly. Great pistols from what I've heard, and great price point. Good comment!!
Sold my upgraded shield 1.0 California comp, bought a SD9VE the shield got real hot real fast and wasn’t very accurate compared to my Kimber or my CZ, 9 days and I’m upgrading my brand new SD9!
Thanks for your review. I've been considering the purchase of the SD40. In some ways it is very similar to my FNH FNX40 which ships with 3, 14-round magazines.
I bought the SD9VE about 3 weeks ago for $400 I know the price plunged compared to how much it was a few years ago but would you take this over a Glock 19? The SD9VE shoots great I love it
I would they used to be fairly cheap and I know I over paid for mine total with taxes here in Texas I paid 480 brand new and yea I could have waited looked around online but I saw it I wanted it and 40 is my favorite handgun caliber so I had to get it because now a days allllll you see in gunshops is nothing but 9mm good round don't get me wrong and I have a couple but 40 is that smacker and I feel most people only use 9mm because alot of people like today's society are sensitive as hell or should I say recoil sensitive
Just paid for one today and will most likely pick it up in the morning, got the 9mm cause I already have a .40 Hope it treats me well. I’ve heard some bad stuff and even though I try not to believe what people say cause people like to hate on things for no reason, I’m kinda scared… but awesome video brother
I'll have a review on the Beretta APX coming out in a couple days, if u haven't made a purchase by then u might give that a watch to. Also a great contender!
I got me a SW SD9VE on layaway right now when I seen it I knew I had to have it I got a laser with a flash light combo coming and a techna clip and rubber grip as well…. What’s some good ammo to use?🤔🤔
yeah it's that ammo because I have the same ammo right now and every time I put a new magazine in it will do that I will never buy that ammunition again
It's just a kydex iwb that I got off wholeguns.com I believe. I've been getting a lot of my holsters there now. Good quality, unbeatable prices. Check them out!
I'm a fat guy not extremely fat but I do have a little bit of Dunlap I appendix carry with the same pistol and I forget it's even there sometimes even when I'm driving and I'm a over the road truck driver
Best all around gun for the money DIY stipple the trigger pad and frame to preference, big dot the front sight and backplate to bore 🔘 with paint , color the rears , just download 1st mag 8 to 12 don’t buy a smaller gun it’s lighter than most 🤣
You might be able to pocket some cash by selling the Glock and then buying the sd40ve. I do prefer the .40 S&W caliber over 9mm but that's tough, both are good guns, can't go wrong with either one
@@danielberry6060 yup there it is I forgot the name of the company I had came across it looking for a threaded barrel for my sd40ve and saw they made one for the 9 mil
I've never had a problem with mine, ran 150 rounds through it at the range yesterday, performed perfectly. Definitely feels better in my hand than square blocky Glocks. But I can't deny that the simplicity and reliability of Glocks is very good
@@bikesandbangs oh yea for sure broski Glocks are proven and there excellent firearms for sure but yea this one idk to me feels better in the hand also and one thing I really love is the slide serrations I call it the cheese grater slide because no matter how slick or wet your hands might get you always get a good purchase on the slide when cocking like you too I have yet to have one issue with this gun
Great video. However, I would be quite hesitant to put a gun without a safety in a holster aimed at my weiner. I'm one of those guys that's a firm believer in the Murphys law...
I understand what you're saying. But I personally wouldn't trust a thumb safety, and I don't carry with a round chambered unless there is a threat in sight. So that eliminates the fear of shooting my Weiner off
That makes it a tougher decision. I don't think this gun is lesser quality, I think it looks better, it's American made (if that makes a difference to you) I would still get it over a Glock to save a couple hundred bucks
I got this gun in 9mm for $200 on a rebate purchase just for shi*ts and giggles to see what its about, and then after shooting it I was shocked how much better I shot with it then I did with my other guns including Glocks and I own 16 Glocks. Over 1000's of rounds later not 1 hicup. I love the SD and I will never part with it. Good purchase Micah. And here's a great video on the 40 cal I know u will enjoy: ua-cam.com/video/LTTDgZZZFa0/v-deo.html
Yea I bought mine for $300 and now I noticed they have gone up in price. I’ve never had one problem with feeding or ejection. Great value gun
They sure have. I'm picking up the SD 9 from my local gun shop on Thursday, 450 bucks.
Still not a horrible price. But ya
Price has nothing to do with quality. This is by design, an American made Glock 19 copy. It’s a high quality, low cost combat pistols designed for self defence. Stop crying and start buying! You can mod the trigger for free if you have any knowledge in gunsmithing! Yep free!
I got a very good deal on my SD40VE so I couldn't pass it up. I will eventually get the SD9VE also. For the price these are great pistols. First range session with my SD40VE and I was pleasantly surprised. Good accuracy from this pistol and it feeds any ammo I toss at it. By the way, it was the Sigma that S&W got sued over, not the SDVE series.
Quick FYI : According to some of the feedback from S&W to people on the forums, putting in a METAL guide rod spring assembly will mess up your gun. Supposedly, the gun is meant to have some flexing of that plastic rod,,,,,, and a no flex metal pole will eat at your frame. S&W also claimed they know what the damage from the metal rods looks like, and won't fix your gun under warranty if they see it. + + this is what was claimed on the forum, I can't say I heard it first-hand from the rep,,,,,,,,,so you decide how to take the warning + +
Good info man! Thanks for posting this! I haven't heard of this so thanks for bringing it up. I will put a note of it in my video description mentioning that
@@bikesandbangs Update: just got a response from S&W support, and they confirmed that putting the metal rod into the SD pistols WILL damage the gun.
I updated the description with that info and gave ya a shout out, good looking out!
@@bikesandbangs :-)
I don't see it in the description
Honestly it’s probably worth saving up the extra money to get a m&p 2.0 or to just buy one used. That being said the sd9 was my first gun and I wouldn’t have done anything different. I very much enjoy how customizable it is and I’ve really improved it and made it my own. Definitely one of my favorites. That being said I also own a M&p shield and have shot my buddies full size m&p and there’s no denying that they are just a little bit better made guns. But the Sd9/40 is no slouch by any means. If it’s all you can afford then by all means go for it, it’s a great little gun.
Got an sd40ve kit for 125$ have yet to shoot it though
Me personally I don’t mind the money but I still want to buy it as a first because it’s the first fun my dad got so I wanna be like him there and get it. I was originally gonna her a Glock as first but ima the SD40 as a first then ima get glocks and FN’s and AR15’s etc
AJ, I agree with you and thanks for not being that gun sob ass and actually being honest about it. If this is all you can afford I agree go for it. I actually can afford something more but I really like these SD's when I checked them out. Don't have a 40 but maybe I should.
It’s the precursor to the M&P. If smith never got sued you would be rocking this gun singing it’s praises. The fact S&W other guns have the same frame designed speak volumes to “the lesser design” argument.
The SD9 and SD40 are awesome buys if you can find them under $400. Definitely very Glock-like. I have the SD40 (non-VE) that came with a black slide and fiber optic sights from the factory. The trigger was unpleasant for me, so I did the Apex spring and trigger upgrade. As it is now, I'd definitely take it over a stock Glock 22 or 23.
Yeah I think these are great pistols for what they are. I like them more then a lot of the M&P pistols too
They didn't get sued over the SD9VE, the SD series pistols were made to replace Sigma the (SW9VE) it was The Sigma series pistols that were so similar to the competing Glock pistols that Glock sued Smith & Wesson for patent infringement. The case was settled out of court in 1997, with S&W agreeing to make alterations to the Sigma design and pay an undisclosed amount to Glock, the SD9VE is a hybrid of the SW9VE (sigma) and the SD9, hence the name too is a mix of the two series the SW9VE Sigma and the SD9 (SD9)(VE), it's basically a third generation Sigma
Yes! This was all brought to my attention by a viewer and I looked into it to get the exact details, and your exactly right. I'll make a note of that in the description so people know that I mispoke. Sorry everybody! I was given incorrect info...
@@bikesandbangs You r a cool dude!
Oh idk about that, but thanks! @@mrbenz2392
Yup they have to pay glock $20 for every gun they sale
@@martinaraujo8146 Quit spreading misinformation. It makes you look like a democrat
I've had sd40ve for about 4yrs , never had an issue with performance, came with carry case, 2mags , little over 220 . If you have to send in for warranty work , do so in stock condition as thats how it will be returned, so I've read.
I have a compact m&p 2.0 9mm and just got the SD40 I love s&w guns they’re beautiful to look at and fun to shoot at the range
Yeah I'm a Smith fan, they've never done me wrong
I have the shield 9 1.0 tue original I love it thinking about getting of getting the sd9 myself Smith amd Wesson is the besty opinion
I have the 9mm version and my son has the .40 caliber. We both are very pleased with them. No complaints whatsoever. I highly recommend both.
Good to hear!
Couple of corrections: Glocks do not come standard with metal guide rod assemblies, they come with polymer guide rods, just like the SD9VE, which many owners chose to upgrade to stainless steel guide rods. Same for the sights - both come with polymer sights from the factory, with the SD9VE having traditional 3 dot sights, while the Glock has that weird U-notch arrangement
On the sdve models only the rear sights are polymer front metal construction
We just bought a SWSD40. We love it. The rubber grip on eBay works great.
Nice! I haven't seen that grip, I'll have to check it out
Geart handgun can't go wrong with the Smith-Wesson
That's the truth
It looks exactly like how a Glock would look if it wasn't ugly.
Definitely going this route, otherwise I'd be too busy scowling at the uninspired black rectangle to deal with the intruder.
Good review. I've got the SD9VE which I bought for myself as a retirement gift. $319.00 plus tax in 2015. It shoot well for me. I've owned a dozen Glocks which I cant shoot well and btw all had the same type polymer guide rod assemblies as the SD9VE has.
Excellent presentation, very thorough. I have a Taurus G2C 40 which has been great but I’ve been wanting a 2nd 40. I’m considering this one, thanks
I got the 9mm version and the 40 version as well. I do have to say that the grip texture on the 9mm is a little better then the 40 but dey both are my favorites😎
I bought mine for 330 bucks. I love it!
Good review overall but you have some fact wrong. The Glock lawsuit was not over the SD9VE or SD40VE model pistols. It was over the SW40F and SW9F the original Sigma series of gun. Those were replaced by the SW9VE and SD40VE this are the second generation Sigma. Up to that point S&W was paying Glock some money for each gun sold. The SD9VE and SD40VE replaced the Sigma series ending the Glock lawsuit payments.The SD9VE and SD40VE are great budget guns with great S&W warranty. They are the best gun in that budget category .
Aw I didn't know that, thank you for the clarification!
The Taurus G3 is the same size and comes with a 17 round mag. I have never had a problem and the G3 as well as the G2C are both very accurate. Because I don't own a SD9 or 40VE I can't speak to it's accuracy or reliability. However, I do feel that Taurus makes great pistols and will probably buy others in the future. My TX22 has one of the best triggers I have ever used. Thanks for the review and I may sneak in a S&W SD40VE at some point 👍.
Funny u mention the G3 because I have been trying to add one of those to my collection for about a year and haven't been able to find one. It seems like Taurus had problems with reliability in the past and completely resolved those issues for the g2c and g3. I've seen crazy torture tests of both and the Taurus just keeps working perfectly. Great pistols from what I've heard, and great price point. Good comment!!
Taurus g3 easy to get in texas
Go 9 40s break
All around good gun made to last I love my 40
I have the sd9ve and sd40ve the rail is different. Love em both. I carry the sd9ve daily
I bought both and really like them. Thanks for the upbeat positive review.
I just bought one used on GB with the Apex trgger and spring upgrade for $249.99... also came with 2 mags.
I have the sd40 ,bought it with hi viz sights
Sold my upgraded shield 1.0 California comp, bought a SD9VE the shield got real hot real fast and wasn’t very accurate compared to my Kimber or my CZ, 9 days and I’m upgrading my brand new SD9!
Nice! what r u going to do to it?
@@bikesandbangs spring kit from mcarbo an apex lci and a Galloway trigger.
Thanks for your review. I've been considering the purchase of the SD40. In some ways it is very similar to my FNH FNX40 which ships with 3, 14-round magazines.
Definitely getting 2 need one for carry and they got one for sale with a crimson laser combo for $320.59 this video just made me make my choice💪🏿🤘🏾🤞
Awesome man, these pistols are a crazy good bang for buck. Mine is still working perfectly, zero problems
I have a 9VE. I love it!
I bought the SD9VE about 3 weeks ago for $400 I know the price plunged compared to how much it was a few years ago but would you take this over a Glock 19? The SD9VE shoots great I love it
I would they used to be fairly cheap and I know I over paid for mine total with taxes here in Texas I paid 480 brand new and yea I could have waited looked around online but I saw it I wanted it and 40 is my favorite handgun caliber so I had to get it because now a days allllll you see in gunshops is nothing but 9mm good round don't get me wrong and I have a couple but 40 is that smacker and I feel most people only use 9mm because alot of people like today's society are sensitive as hell or should I say recoil sensitive
Found a bargain of all bargains, $255 with hi viz sights … Watch those auctions folks
Great gun, eats everything and it stupid accurate
Good deal, great video. I’m looking at one of these and this guy gave it a pretty good review I guess.
I enjoyed the video I am contemplating getting the sd 40ve . Keep the videos coming.
Thanks Gearry! I would recommend it, great pistol, and it still goes everywhere with me
Smith and Wesson SD and the Shield is a great handgun for home defense
Just paid for one today and will most likely pick it up in the morning, got the 9mm cause I already have a .40
Hope it treats me well. I’ve heard some bad stuff and even though I try not to believe what people say cause people like to hate on things for no reason, I’m kinda scared… but awesome video brother
It'll be a good pistol for you, mines still running great after a few thousand rounds and getting thrown around. You shouldn't be worried at all 👍
@@bikesandbangs oh awesome, that’s great to hear man. I appreciate the reply
Which do you prefer the 40 or 9cal
@@Prince_Jahvi_Joffer to be honest I prefer the .40 but have more 9mms then .40s haha
Love my sd9ve. Eats erything, no issues. .40 sucks, but that's OK. Trigger isn't great of course, but that's why it makes a great first time ccw
What’s your reasoning for saying .40 sucks?
My next purchase! Thanks for the good content 💪🏿
I'll have a review on the Beretta APX coming out in a couple days, if u haven't made a purchase by then u might give that a watch to. Also a great contender!
@@bikesandbangs that’s what made me want the SD because I can’t find the beretta apx 40 caliber nowhere 🤦🏾♂️
Thx for your APX review too! Gotta check in with ya before deciding on anything haha
What does it mean if it rattles when you shake? it it’s not a lot but slight like the slide is kind of loose when you shake it
I feel like I can get most pistols to make a slight rattle if I shake em, I wouldn't worry about it unless it's significant
I got me a SW SD9VE on layaway right now when I seen it I knew I had to have it I got a laser with a flash light combo coming and a techna clip and rubber grip as well…. What’s some good ammo to use?🤔🤔
For target rounds I just use blazer brass. For self defense rounds I think Hornady Critical Duty are the best, no question
@@bikesandbangs thanks for the response
yeah it's that ammo because I have the same ammo right now and every time I put a new magazine in it will do that I will never buy that ammunition again
Thanks for the detailed review.
No problem Daren!
I just bought the SD 9ve for $ 320 and it only has a 10 round mag haven't fired it but will later this week.
Good price, these are now around $400 in my area. It should be a great pistol for ya Mike
I bought mine at BPS in Sherman Texas
What's the best hoster brand you recommend for this gun
Great review. Love my sd9ve! What holster is that?
It's just a kydex iwb that I got off wholeguns.com I believe. I've been getting a lot of my holsters there now. Good quality, unbeatable prices. Check them out!
I have the 9mm. Good gun!
Great video, ty for the review!
Thanks! No problem
Excellent video thanks for the vdeo and time 👍
No problem!
Do you recommend any sight companies that are compatible with the sd40ve?
Trijicon and Truglo would be my first choice
Great video
I'm a fat guy not extremely fat but I do have a little bit of Dunlap I appendix carry with the same pistol and I forget it's even there sometimes even when I'm driving and I'm a over the road truck driver
Just be aware magazines for this pistol are $40-$72 each in Commiefornia which is ridiculous for a budget pistol... Get it together S&W!
Best all around gun for the money
DIY stipple the trigger pad and frame to preference, big dot the front sight and backplate to bore 🔘 with paint , color the rears , just download 1st mag 8 to 12 don’t buy a smaller gun it’s lighter than most 🤣
Would you trade a Glock 19 gen fs for the SD40VE
You might be able to pocket some cash by selling the Glock and then buying the sd40ve. I do prefer the .40 S&W caliber over 9mm but that's tough, both are good guns, can't go wrong with either one
Brother do you think the SD9VE can use a silencer/suppressor?
I haven't seen it myself, wish I had more info on it. Don't have a suppressor for anything I own unfortunately
The sd9ve now has a company who makes threaded barrels that allow you to run a silencer
Sweet, I wonder what the price is. I'm gna look into those, thanks for the info man!
@@milliondollaboiibsb4927 That would be Apex, the trigger company.
@@danielberry6060 yup there it is I forgot the name of the company I had came across it looking for a threaded barrel for my sd40ve and saw they made one for the 9 mil
This gun is a little under $500 in CA, still cheaper than Glock tho.
Have one in CA 10 day jail! Cant wait to take it to the range.
Guaranteed to be a good trouble free time! Practice makes perfect 👍
🔥🔥🔥
I think better than Glock my opinion honestly
I've never had a problem with mine, ran 150 rounds through it at the range yesterday, performed perfectly. Definitely feels better in my hand than square blocky Glocks. But I can't deny that the simplicity and reliability of Glocks is very good
@@bikesandbangs oh yea for sure broski Glocks are proven and there excellent firearms for sure but yea this one idk to me feels better in the hand also and one thing I really love is the slide serrations I call it the cheese grater slide because no matter how slick or wet your hands might get you always get a good purchase on the slide when cocking like you too I have yet to have one issue with this gun
Great video. However, I would be quite hesitant to put a gun without a safety in a holster aimed at my weiner. I'm one of those guys that's a firm believer in the Murphys law...
I understand what you're saying. But I personally wouldn't trust a thumb safety, and I don't carry with a round chambered unless there is a threat in sight. So that eliminates the fear of shooting my Weiner off
With the 10 pound trigger, your more safe than carrying any other stryker fired pistol.
your dryer just kicked off dude
On it!
This gun is now $430 how is it compared to a Glock with a new price like that.
That makes it a tougher decision. I don't think this gun is lesser quality, I think it looks better, it's American made (if that makes a difference to you) I would still get it over a Glock to save a couple hundred bucks
Glock has plastic sites... Buy the M&P instead. You wont be disappointed.
$12 per gun allegedly to Glock. My 9 I have affectionately named the Glock a like!
That is the original sigma.
I got this gun in 9mm for $200 on a rebate purchase just for shi*ts and giggles to see what its about, and then after shooting it I was shocked how much better I shot with it then I did with my other guns including Glocks and I own 16 Glocks. Over 1000's of rounds later not 1 hicup. I love the SD and I will never part with it. Good purchase Micah. And here's a great video on the 40 cal I know u will enjoy: ua-cam.com/video/LTTDgZZZFa0/v-deo.html
Why does this guy sound like he's light in his loafers.