The SD series was meant to be a budget friendly duty weapon or self defense weapon. People compare this pistol to more expensive options but they were never meant to compete with those other pistols.
I agree until you look at the sales (as of now at least) on more expensive guns and wonder why wouldn't someone get the better gun if they could for not really a lot more? I get it though. I was in the same boat not that long ago where the extra $20-$50 would be a deal breaker. That's the reason I got the SD9 VE as my first gun. $275 + tax was all I could get and still afford ammo and an admittedly not great holster. I would advise people even check the price on a police trade in because they may be dinged but most aren't shot all that much.
Taurus g series has a much better trigger than the sd9ve for 70 to 100 dollars less.. i have had both.. i got rid of the sd9ve because of junk trigger.. s&w should be ashamed to put something like that out.. i won't even look at their stuff now
@@jamesbranham2217they also have after market support unlike your borris taurus snoreis whatever its called. Apex trigger makes her purr like a kitten. Also made in the usa. I mean its not like its the only place on earth that promotes freedom. Just saying might wanna take that into ur brain account bank.
Wow I was looking at this online earlier! This is the first review video out in the SD9VE 2.0 and she’s looks really good. It sucks that it’s not optics ready but that least it has a full length rail and improved trigger. I was looking at getting a Shield Plus Optics Ready version but I’ll more than likely pick this up due to the higher capacity, price, and rail for me to place a TLR7 on. Great purchase brother!
Eh, optics are nice. I'm thinking for me that standard sights are just fine. I guess my point is, a person really needs to learn the basics of shooting before going to something like optics. Besides, the point of this pistol is economical self defense. Reliability and accuracy are mandatory in a self defense firearm. RMR's or other optics really are not NEEDED for self defense, they are nice to have and use but not mandatory.
Swap out the rear sight for a mounting plate. They sell a bunch online. I would go with metal plates over plastic. I found metal plates for my SD9 2.0 for around 30-35 dollars.
For what S&W is asking for price wise these days for these blasters, there are better options. The cost is encroaching on M&P prices. A few years ago a SD9VE was 299.00 msrp. Add a apex trigger and it was a solid low priced gun. PSA will sell you a dagger with more features for less money. Basically the same thing.
I dunno about the 2.0 but the 1.0 model is still $299 around here. Academy actually currently has a sale where you can get it AND weapon light for that price. Looking around these seem to cost that as well. What are you seeing them cost?
Palmetto has this sd9 2.0 for $ 299. SD line is a proven reliable handgun, from a great company. I have seen quite a few videos of daggers experiencing some issues, not knocking psa, but at 299 with the upgraded trigger, I feel this 2.0 is very worth the price amd definitely beats its biggest competition (Taurus) hell i might buy one for the truck!
Don't forget if you buy a dagger to add the price for Glock OEM internal parts kits. By the time you buy that this might be a better option or just as good
Just based on what you've mentioned, this really puts the SD9 on my radar for people on a budget that need a gun. Would be perfect if it was offered with an optics cut but as is, for the price, this is a really nice looking gun from a big name manufacturer
I bought a 2.0 last week and fired it for the first time tonight. Love it! Trigger is fine. I only fired 200 rounds, but no malfunctions at all and I was using cheap aluminum cased Wolf ammo. I bought this just for home defense and had an extra light I put on it. You can’t go wrong with this gun, especially for $299.00 brand new 👍
Looking good! Good job Smith & Wesson! I have a Gen 1 SD9VE that I modified with a Galloway Precision trigger, Mcarbo spring kit, and TFO sights. I carry it quite a bit. Excellent gun. Great video!
Then your SD9VE is better than the 2.0. I have one 40 and did a complete Apex duty / carry kit with the Ultimate striker saftey plunger kit, then polished all of the FCG contact points. 4.5lb pull smooth no grit or (hump) stacking on the striker block and a tactile an audible reset. In some ways I like it more than my M&P 2.0 That I also did a complete apex job on. I guarantee you officials have a better trigger than this new 2.0.
Sd9 is the first handgun I ever bought myself. Pre pandemic- $279 at Academy. Ultra reliable, accurate but yes, that damn trigger. I dropped a spring kit and apex trigger and that helped some but the inability to do double taps prevents it from being a carry gun for me.
Nice job my guy!! You're the only guy on the whole internet and especially on UA-cam to talk about it so early. Definitely subscribe it for that lmao!!💯❤️
Definitely want one of these now that they've addressed the shit trigger. And the fact that it still takes the old SD mags is good, so even if it's just one mag in the box getting more shouldn't be an issue. I think this will definitely eat into the Security 9 and G3 market a bit if the quality is there.
What is the purpose for the right side frame opening that shows the trigger assembly movement ... other than to collect dirt, dust, and debris to fowl the action?
@brandendilworth7346 True. However, experience tells me that more openings equal more fouling, increasing the likelihood of stoppages and cleaning time and effort. Not a big deal as long as you don't do heavy defensive or tactical training and you clean your gun often if you carry it and every time you shoot.
@@patriotswillsurvive1893 I agree with you. Smith has been reliable since the 1800's is my point. Taurus is pretty new to the reliable gang, still not sold. Wouldn't depend on one, personally.
@@ryantogo8359 they bought a factory from beretta and started stamping out beretta 92s with cheaper materials and a Taurus logo on them. I agree, beretta is extremely reliable! No argument from me.
Never knew this existed until now. I'm good with my 1.0 though. I use it for trigger training. Train with a heavy trigger, so im dead nuts with a regular trigger. Sucks that it isn't optics ready for a 2.0 in 2023. Even Taurus and Hi-point are pushing out optics ready models for the price of this gun and less.
I have a SD9VE. I upgrade the Trigger. I also upgraded the Slide Bar and the Slide Take Down Lever to Stainless Steel. I love it. I don't need SD9 2.0.
The reason the original Sigmas into the VE Sigma line's triggers were so terrible, was because they were meant to replicate a revolver's trigger. There is a small pig tail spring in the lower ejector assembly that's soul purpose was to make the trigger double the weight. When it's removed the trigger pull is better than a stock Glock. I reinstalled mine for liability reasons.
Hmmm? I could see getting one of these, down the road! Have been a fan of the earlier SW9VE series and have two of them, customized with Trigger Jobs and DPM recoil systems.
looks similar to the trigger on shield plus. I think it's a good looking gun. not sure if I would choose it over a Glock or not. I love my Smith and Wesson but I have had issues right out of the box. had to send my shield plus back 2 times for the same problem. frame pins backing out after about 50 to 100 rounds live fire. got it back for the 2nd time and seems to be fixed. if it happens again I feel like they owe me a new gun right? never had any issues with my Glocks, but I love the shield plus for carry I am invested into it holster mags , and it shoots great even with the pins backing out I can say the gun always went bang. not sure if I would buy another Smith and Wesson tho after that it really sucked having to send it in and wait twice. what's your thoughts are they still worth messing with after what I went through or would you never purchase again
Trigger looks awesome. I have many other pistols and I carry my 30 yr old reliable S&W Sigma with apex springs. Even put a glock aftermarket front sight on it. Get in 9mm and you are good to go.
Can you do a separate video showing the differences between the slide internals? I believe our all-knowing overlord UA-cam is typically ok with that as long as the disassembly is done off camera. Thank you!
As bad as youtube is they are not that bad. You can do disassembly and reassembly etc. The rules are quite clear on what you can and can't do. The basics are you can't do anything to replicate full auto fire, show how to finish or build a firearm, silencer etc. but pretty much anything with regards to normal firearms is good to go.
@@terrytolentino5459 Not much to see they are almost identical in all but where they interface with the striker lug. Armed defender has a fair comparison between the two that may help you.
Years ago I bought an SD9 after my other 9mm gun was stolen (believe it or not, the police actually found it!) out of my car. I *desperately* wanted to like it, but I couldn't hit the broad side of a bar when shooting double taps. I thought the problem was me, but someone lent me their 3rd gen Glock 17 and I used the exact same technique I was using with my SD9 and, like magic, my rounds landed exactly where I wanted them to landed; I knew the problem was the gun, not me. I sold the gun and bought a G19 a week later. It's quite refreshing to see that S&W allowed this line of pistols to reach its true potential.
Thanks for letting us know about the new kid on the block. My big question is the price. Just an FYI, Academy is/was having a sale on the original models. Check you local stores. The SDVE's have gone up in price. Where I may be willing to give $300 for one, $400 is too much. That's getting too close to the M&P. If S&W wants to stay competitive, the price has to stay at or below $300. I'll also be waiting to see a durability check. I have 1K rounds through my SD40VE and it's still going strong. Hope it lives up to expectations.
They're keeping the price down by going with one mag at purchase instead of 2. Such is life. I took a survey for Smith a few months ago and I figured it was for the improved line of these models. Personally, I'd pay the extra money for an extra mag at POP. Most new shooters buying these haven't got the foggiest notion that the magazine is most likely going to be the culprit in failures associated with auto pistols of any repute. Ah well.
@@elblancobasura as far as I know, you are absolutely correct. S&W also charges a premium for magazines to fit this. My own experience is that at least the magazines are pretty dang reliable. My best advice is "Do your research and vote with your wallet."
It would be useful to know exactly where S&W was able to dramatically cut the price of this compared to the M&P 2.0? I saw an SD9 2.0 advertised, today, for $299.
I fired my new SD 9 2.0 for the first time this morning. The only issue I had was the fire control pin worked itself out in rapid fire. Don't know if the issue will go away after break in or not In slow fire, it does fine. It will never replace my M&P 2.0 but it is nice pistol.
This gun at $300 and in .45 and/or 10mm. Would probably be a big seller. If they dropped the price even more; it would put pressure on hipoint and Sccy price wise.
Wish you opened it up and showed the different frame. Trigger component Internals like the trigger bar and the sear assembly. I Own the last generation s d forty and have done the apex upgrades to it. Now if I could only shorten that trigger reset. Possibly with some replacement internals that will redesign for this model it would be perfect. Don't get me wrong. It's a d*** nice weapon. The way it is right now just that the trigger reset is tad long for my taste.
It looks to me like the reset is better on the new one as well as having a wall more like a glock. Both upgrades in my opinion. I have the old one and it's basically like shooting a double action revolver even with the Apex upgrades
It’s American made at an affordable price. People will argue PSA Dagger is better but the hinged trigger and roll pins are horrible. Not all Glock Gen 3 parts fit it either.
I checked out one of these yesterday in my local gun store. Why anyone would buy it at the current price vs an M&P is beyond me. They didn’t really improve the trigger that much. Basically added the “new” trigger shoe, upped the price and called it a 2.0 lol. I’d rather have the first version with an Apex
@@armeddefender it didn’t feel much different. Certainly not as good as the old SVD with an Apex. Talking up the trigger on the new SVD is like these guys gushing over the flat face M&P triggers. Ok cool it’s a little better but it’s still a mile and a a half behind what it would be with the Apex trigger. I just don’t see a reason to but this new model over the old one. I’m open to the idea that I may have missed something but so far I don’t see it
@@360TacticalSolutionsyou got demolished and that's the best response you can come up with? Sounds like you got some wires crossed in your tiny brain pal
Men I was talking today about this handgun I was talking to my wife about it cuz this gun is a lil bit old but the looks it was a good looking handgun the only thing is the trigger and I can bulieve that you just buy a 2.0 new motor SD that’s crazy good for S&W!
I have currently have the SW40 Sigma in 40cal. and I was told that the SD 40 mags are interchangeable . The SD mag. fits in perfectly but the slide will not rack. Sigma 40 mags are almost impossible to find . Maybe you might know, Thank you.
I bet it would be a fantastic value if they sell these for $250 rather than $350. I just don't see a point when an M&P 2.0 is a far better design and used ones can still be found for $350-400.
I suppose I'm the odd man out here as I liked and appreciated the trigger on these for all its perceived faults. No, it's not "great" or even "good" if you're a Glock guy or a person that enjoys old school Smith rolling triggers on K frames and such. However, using the rolling trigger pull in a smooth stroke has shown me that the .40 variant (for me) is probably the most accurate polymer pistol experience I've ever encountered. Amazing for the price point. Much of that (again, for me) is the ability to roll that trigger as it lends to extracting to utmost accuracy potential from an already exceedingly accurate pistol. Mind you, if they release a .40 variant of 2.0, I'll buy it because I'm a Glock trigger (Gen 1 through 4) fan. I have zero problems or complaints about them either. For $300 or so I'll take a crack at it as I already own 3 of the .40 SDVE's with the original trigger. Thanks for the video.
A trigger on a striker fired polymer trigger that feels like it is rolling like a revolver? Are you sure? I thought the polymer gun trigger invariably feels like they are stacking. At least that's what the M&P (not SD) feels like compared to a revolver I fired.
I had the sd9ve and currently still have the sd9 but did not even know they were making a new model. Is the slide the only thing they have changed on this new model?
My old one was trash, I wouldn't buy another one or this new one. If Smith&Wesson was going to improve a gun, it should of been the bodyguard like Ruger did with the max.
Had no idea this was even on the horizon. That's interesting. The 1.0 was a good gun, but the trigger was shit and couldn't 'much be done about it. I'd still be in for an M&P 1.0 over one of these SD2.0s, but still, this should be a good seller.
If I didn't already have the 1.0 model I might consider one of these, but as it stands, there's just too many options out there in the same price range for me to get another SD9. PSA has the Dagger, there's a number of nice Turkish pistols in that price range if you're not one of those "won't buy anything Turkish" guys, hell, you can currently get a Steyr M9A2 at Bereli for $325 and that's a very nice gun.
The M9A2s are a no buy unless you want to be left hanging with a gun and no support should you need it. It's been said to buy two so you have one to strip parts off of. I'm not saying they are bad, but more than once that brand has been imported then not. The aftermarket is not there for them like they would be a Glock or M&P.
They ruined it. Sandpaper grips, cheesegrater serrations, a staplegun trigger, and now only comes with one mag. The original just needed Apex trigger springs, and it was a VERY accurate pistol and in 2800 rounds I have never seen a single stoppage. Now it's one of those clicker type triggers the tacticool crowd loves. The freaking ruin everything.
You showed me one I didn't know about today. I'll definitely pick one up for myself as soon as I see one locally. Thanks for the video.
The SD series was meant to be a budget friendly duty weapon or self defense weapon. People compare this pistol to more expensive options but they were never meant to compete with those other pistols.
I agree until you look at the sales (as of now at least) on more expensive guns and wonder why wouldn't someone get the better gun if they could for not really a lot more? I get it though. I was in the same boat not that long ago where the extra $20-$50 would be a deal breaker. That's the reason I got the SD9 VE as my first gun. $275 + tax was all I could get and still afford ammo and an admittedly not great holster. I would advise people even check the price on a police trade in because they may be dinged but most aren't shot all that much.
Taurus g series has a much better trigger than the sd9ve for 70 to 100 dollars less.. i have had both.. i got rid of the sd9ve because of junk trigger.. s&w should be ashamed to put something like that out.. i won't even look at their stuff now
@@jamesbranham2217this whole video was about how they fixed the trigger. Calm down Nancy.
@@jamesbranham2217they also have after market support unlike your borris taurus snoreis whatever its called. Apex trigger makes her purr like a kitten. Also made in the usa. I mean its not like its the only place on earth that promotes freedom. Just saying might wanna take that into ur brain account bank.
Thanks! I have been waiting for someone to do a review on this.
Totally unexpected. I thought the SD9 was something they kept around as a budget option but gave up on. Good to see SW updating it.
Wow I was looking at this online earlier! This is the first review video out in the SD9VE 2.0 and she’s looks really good. It sucks that it’s not optics ready but that least it has a full length rail and improved trigger. I was looking at getting a Shield Plus Optics Ready version but I’ll more than likely pick this up due to the higher capacity, price, and rail for me to place a TLR7 on. Great purchase brother!
Eh, optics are nice. I'm thinking for me that standard sights are just fine. I guess my point is, a person really needs to learn the basics of shooting before going to something like optics.
Besides, the point of this pistol is economical self defense. Reliability and accuracy are mandatory in a self defense firearm. RMR's or other optics really are not NEEDED for self defense, they are nice to have and use but not mandatory.
To make it OR would probably add another hundred to the cost.
Swap out the rear sight for a mounting plate. They sell a bunch online. I would go with metal plates over plastic. I found metal plates for my SD9 2.0 for around 30-35 dollars.
For what S&W is asking for price wise these days for these blasters, there are better options. The cost is encroaching on M&P prices. A few years ago a SD9VE was 299.00 msrp. Add a apex trigger and it was a solid low priced gun. PSA will sell you a dagger with more features for less money. Basically the same thing.
I dunno about the 2.0 but the 1.0 model is still $299 around here. Academy actually currently has a sale where you can get it AND weapon light for that price. Looking around these seem to cost that as well. What are you seeing them cost?
Psa, stoger and Taurus reliability does not come close to Smith
Palmetto has this sd9 2.0 for $ 299. SD line is a proven reliable handgun, from a great company. I have seen quite a few videos of daggers experiencing some issues, not knocking psa, but at 299 with the upgraded trigger, I feel this 2.0 is very worth the price amd definitely beats its biggest competition (Taurus) hell i might buy one for the truck!
A couple of years ago 299 would get me LE trade in Glock Gen 3 with TFOs why go sd9 is my question just for ergos?
Don't forget if you buy a dagger to add the price for Glock OEM internal parts kits. By the time you buy that this might be a better option or just as good
Just based on what you've mentioned, this really puts the SD9 on my radar for people on a budget that need a gun. Would be perfect if it was offered with an optics cut but as is, for the price, this is a really nice looking gun from a big name manufacturer
I bought a 2.0 last week and fired it for the first time tonight. Love it! Trigger is fine. I only fired 200 rounds, but no malfunctions at all and I was using cheap aluminum cased Wolf ammo.
I bought this just for home defense and had an extra light I put on it. You can’t go wrong with this gun, especially for $299.00 brand new 👍
Thanks for the video. Glad to hear the trigger is much improved as otherwise they are rock solid reliable pistols.
Looking good! Good job Smith & Wesson!
I have a Gen 1 SD9VE that I modified with a Galloway Precision trigger, Mcarbo spring kit, and TFO sights.
I carry it quite a bit. Excellent gun.
Great video!
Then your SD9VE is better than the 2.0. I have one 40 and did a complete Apex duty / carry kit with the Ultimate striker saftey plunger kit, then polished all of the FCG contact points. 4.5lb pull smooth no grit or (hump) stacking on the striker block and a tactile an audible reset. In some ways I like it more than my M&P 2.0 That I also did a complete apex job on. I guarantee you officials have a better trigger than this new 2.0.
Sd9 is the first handgun I ever bought myself. Pre pandemic- $279 at Academy. Ultra reliable, accurate but yes, that damn trigger. I dropped a spring kit and apex trigger and that helped some but the inability to do double taps prevents it from being a carry gun for me.
Nice job my guy!! You're the only guy on the whole internet and especially on UA-cam to talk about it so early. Definitely subscribe it for that lmao!!💯❤️
Definitely want one of these now that they've addressed the shit trigger. And the fact that it still takes the old SD mags is good, so even if it's just one mag in the box getting more shouldn't be an issue. I think this will definitely eat into the Security 9 and G3 market a bit if the quality is there.
Mine was fine...upgrade is an upgrade!!
Smith got these to market damn quick
Not at all...just another upgrade
Wrong ....159 years in business.
What is the purpose for the right side frame opening that shows the trigger assembly movement ... other than to collect dirt, dust, and debris to fowl the action?
My guess would be a out of battery safety. Prevents firing if the slide isn’t completely closed.
All guns can get dirt in that area but it ain't going too stop the function of it and it just come back clean when you field strip it
@brandendilworth7346 True. However, experience tells me that more openings equal more fouling, increasing the likelihood of stoppages and cleaning time and effort. Not a big deal as long as you don't do heavy defensive or tactical training and you clean your gun often if you carry it and every time you shoot.
Yeah that is true too but like you said if you ain't doing all And still keep it clean it be alright
Looks like a flared magwell also. Smith ans Wesson definitely who I'd buy from at this price range. Taurus and palmetto just don't have me sold yet.
Hi, I have several Taurus handguns and never had an issue. Great guns at great prices.
@@patriotswillsurvive1893 I agree with you. Smith has been reliable since the 1800's is my point. Taurus is pretty new to the reliable gang, still not sold. Wouldn't depend on one, personally.
Between this and a taurus this would be an easy choice.
@@XDM10wrong. the pt92 has been uber reliable for many decades.
@@ryantogo8359 they bought a factory from beretta and started stamping out beretta 92s with cheaper materials and a Taurus logo on them. I agree, beretta is extremely reliable! No argument from me.
What! Had no idea that was happening.
Thanks for sharing good info, good content.
Never knew this existed until now. I'm good with my 1.0 though. I use it for trigger training. Train with a heavy trigger, so im dead nuts with a regular trigger. Sucks that it isn't optics ready for a 2.0 in 2023. Even Taurus and Hi-point are pushing out optics ready models for the price of this gun and less.
Sd 2.0 is $300 brand new right now near me gonna grab one
I have a SD9VE. I upgrade the Trigger. I also upgraded the Slide Bar and the Slide Take Down Lever to Stainless Steel. I love it. I don't need SD9 2.0.
A very very underrated pistol. Nice presentation sir!
The reason the original Sigmas into the VE Sigma line's triggers were so terrible, was because they were meant to replicate a revolver's trigger. There is a small pig tail spring in the lower ejector assembly that's soul purpose was to make the trigger double the weight. When it's removed the trigger pull is better than a stock Glock. I reinstalled mine for liability reasons.
Wish they do this in 40 Cal
Hmmm? I could see getting one of these, down the road!
Have been a fan of the earlier SW9VE series and have two of them, customized with Trigger Jobs and DPM recoil systems.
Looks great and should compete well in its price range.
I have a SD9VE that;s about 6-7 years old and I like it, it's been 100% but this one is interesting ...I might have to break down and buy one ...
looks similar to the trigger on shield plus. I think it's a good looking gun. not sure if I would choose it over a Glock or not. I love my Smith and Wesson but I have had issues right out of the box. had to send my shield plus back 2 times for the same problem. frame pins backing out after about 50 to 100 rounds live fire. got it back for the 2nd time and seems to be fixed. if it happens again I feel like they owe me a new gun right? never had any issues with my Glocks, but I love the shield plus for carry I am invested into it holster mags , and it shoots great even with the pins backing out I can say the gun always went bang. not sure if I would buy another Smith and Wesson tho after that it really sucked having to send it in and wait twice. what's your thoughts are they still worth messing with after what I went through or would you never purchase again
Looks like the trigger may be fixed. Need to see the insides. Do a video with it already in parts.
Looks like a good update.
Thanks for the heads up, place an order for one $299 shipped.
Hope they make it in 40
Trigger looks awesome. I have many other pistols and I carry my 30 yr old reliable S&W Sigma with apex springs. Even put a glock aftermarket front sight on it. Get in 9mm and you are good to go.
Can you do a separate video showing the differences between the slide internals? I believe our all-knowing overlord UA-cam is typically ok with that as long as the disassembly is done off camera. Thank you!
As bad as youtube is they are not that bad. You can do disassembly and reassembly etc. The rules are quite clear on what you can and can't do. The basics are you can't do anything to replicate full auto fire, show how to finish or build a firearm, silencer etc. but pretty much anything with regards to normal firearms is good to go.
Yes I want to see the internals, especially that trigger.
@@terrytolentino5459 Not much to see they are almost identical in all but where they interface with the striker lug. Armed defender has a fair comparison between the two that may help you.
Good. Thank you. Sure should help it.
Looks promising.
I can’t wait to try the M&P M2.0 here in CA.
Years ago I bought an SD9 after my other 9mm gun was stolen (believe it or not, the police actually found it!) out of my car. I *desperately* wanted to like it, but I couldn't hit the broad side of a bar when shooting double taps. I thought the problem was me, but someone lent me their 3rd gen Glock 17 and I used the exact same technique I was using with my SD9 and, like magic, my rounds landed exactly where I wanted them to landed; I knew the problem was the gun, not me. I sold the gun and bought a G19 a week later.
It's quite refreshing to see that S&W allowed this line of pistols to reach its true potential.
Just got this gun yesterday shoots very well.
Question: looks like it but does the 2.0 fit the same holsters as the old SD9ve
Yes it does
@@armeddefender thank you Sir
The serrations are really interesting to me, I’m looking to get this one if they are reasonable
The SD9 is a great firearm, very accurate with light recoil. The trigger was spongie trash .
They are nice looking handguns and mine never jams 🎉🎉
Will the new trigger assembly fit an SD9VE frame?
Thanks for letting us know about the new kid on the block. My big question is the price.
Just an FYI, Academy is/was having a sale on the original models. Check you local stores.
The SDVE's have gone up in price. Where I may be willing to give $300 for one, $400 is too much. That's getting too close to the M&P.
If S&W wants to stay competitive, the price has to stay at or below $300. I'll also be waiting to see a durability check.
I have 1K rounds through my SD40VE and it's still going strong.
Hope it lives up to expectations.
299 dollars is what I bought it for
@@armeddefendershould said it in vid
@@armeddefender thank you for the reply. I don't need another pistol, but now I'm on the lookout for it. Why? Well why not?
They're keeping the price down by going with one mag at purchase instead of 2. Such is life. I took a survey for Smith a few months ago and I figured it was for the improved line of these models. Personally, I'd pay the extra money for an extra mag at POP. Most new shooters buying these haven't got the foggiest notion that the magazine is most likely going to be the culprit in failures associated with auto pistols of any repute. Ah well.
@@elblancobasura as far as I know, you are absolutely correct. S&W also charges a premium for magazines to fit this. My own experience is that at least the magazines are pretty dang reliable.
My best advice is "Do your research and vote with your wallet."
It would be useful to know exactly where S&W was able to dramatically cut the price of this compared to the M&P 2.0? I saw an SD9 2.0 advertised, today, for $299.
They used to supply them to police, so they most likely have a larger production capacity on these pistols.
That's what I paid for mine.
And of course right after I made the charge to my credit card, I start it at Midway I think it was 4279 including a Crimson Trace microdot darn it
For around $1k one can get a super solid rifle and pistol set up from an American firearms titan. Pretty good stuff.
I fired my new SD 9 2.0 for the first time this morning. The only issue I had was the fire control pin worked itself out in rapid fire. Don't know if the issue will go away after break in or not
In slow fire, it does fine. It will never replace my M&P 2.0 but it is nice pistol.
This gun at $300 and in .45 and/or 10mm. Would probably be a big seller. If they dropped the price even more; it would put pressure on hipoint and Sccy price wise.
I ordered one of these from Bud's and it's on its way to my FFL. They replaced the trigger, but what is the pull on it?? The original is about 8 lbs.
I hope they make an sd40 2.0 that would be awesome got the 9 2.0 very nice!!
Is it California legal? I want one now thanks for review.
Wish you opened it up and showed the different frame. Trigger component Internals like the trigger bar and the sear assembly. I Own the last generation s d forty and have done the apex upgrades to it. Now if I could only shorten that trigger reset. Possibly with some replacement internals that will redesign for this model it would be perfect. Don't get me wrong. It's a d*** nice weapon. The way it is right now just that the trigger reset is tad long for my taste.
It looks to me like the reset is better on the new one as well as having a wall more like a glock. Both upgrades in my opinion. I have the old one and it's basically like shooting a double action revolver even with the Apex upgrades
Are those In California yet??
It’s American made at an affordable price. People will argue PSA Dagger is better but the hinged trigger and roll pins are horrible. Not all Glock Gen 3 parts fit it either.
Did they fix the rattle in the magazine
No rattle in the 2 magazines I have
I checked out one of these yesterday in my local gun store. Why anyone would buy it at the current price vs an M&P is beyond me. They didn’t really improve the trigger that much. Basically added the “new” trigger shoe, upped the price and called it a 2.0 lol. I’d rather have the first version with an Apex
The entire trigger assembly is different and the trigger is lighter, crisper and has a better reset.
@@armeddefender it didn’t feel much different. Certainly not as good as the old SVD with an Apex. Talking up the trigger on the new SVD is like these guys gushing over the flat face M&P triggers. Ok cool it’s a little better but it’s still a mile and a a half behind what it would be with the Apex trigger. I just don’t see a reason to but this new model over the old one. I’m open to the idea that I may have missed something but so far I don’t see it
@@360TacticalSolutionsthese 2.0 models are $299 brand new, Einstein.
@@ryantogo8359 is that supposed to hurt? You’re saying the big deal is it’s the same old SVD and you can get them for $300….cool story man
@@360TacticalSolutionsyou got demolished and that's the best response you can come up with? Sounds like you got some wires crossed in your tiny brain pal
Men I was talking today about this handgun I was talking to my wife about it cuz this gun is a lil bit old but the looks it was a good looking handgun the only thing is the trigger and I can bulieve that you just buy a 2.0 new motor SD that’s crazy good for S&W!
I have currently have the SW40 Sigma in 40cal. and I was told that the SD 40 mags are interchangeable . The SD mag. fits in perfectly but the slide will not rack. Sigma 40 mags are almost impossible to find . Maybe you might know, Thank you.
How many rounds count will this gun last?
I reaaly enjoy my 40SW gen 1...like it enough to pass on gen2!
so it is NOT parts interchangeable with the 40?
had a 40 loaded mag rattled
w rounds in it … is there a fix ???
Does it have a safety switch?
Not optic ready?
Does it come in 40 S&W 🥺
Not that I’ve seen yet
I bet it would be a fantastic value if they sell these for $250 rather than $350. I just don't see a point when an M&P 2.0 is a far better design and used ones can still be found for $350-400.
these 2.0 models are $299 brand new, Einstein.
What is that notch on the right side for?
Recently I got a SD40 2.0 plus an extra mag, to me it is better looking than a Glock plus about half the price.
I suppose I'm the odd man out here as I liked and appreciated the trigger on these for all its perceived faults. No, it's not "great" or even "good" if you're a Glock guy or a person that enjoys old school Smith rolling triggers on K frames and such. However, using the rolling trigger pull in a smooth stroke has shown me that the .40 variant (for me) is probably the most accurate polymer pistol experience I've ever encountered. Amazing for the price point. Much of that (again, for me) is the ability to roll that trigger as it lends to extracting to utmost accuracy potential from an already exceedingly accurate pistol. Mind you, if they release a .40 variant of 2.0, I'll buy it because I'm a Glock trigger (Gen 1 through 4) fan. I have zero problems or complaints about them either. For $300 or so I'll take a crack at it as I already own 3 of the .40 SDVE's with the original trigger. Thanks for the video.
A trigger on a striker fired polymer trigger that feels like it is rolling like a revolver? Are you sure? I thought the polymer gun trigger invariably feels like they are stacking. At least that's what the M&P (not SD) feels like compared to a revolver I fired.
@@filippocorti6760the original sd9ve feels like a double action revolver trigger
@@filippocorti6760no wall
What about price?
Do they take m&p mags?
What is the trigger pull weight? Do your think a 1 in 18.75 inch twist is a good barrel rifling?
I noticed that, too. It may be a typo. It can't be for a 9mm.
@@filippocorti6760nothing wrong with that twist rate for 9 mm
what is the mag capacity.
My choice to purchase a gun is mostly based on billboarding and branding; if it's too much or too large I won't buy it.
I used to sell these guns for 199.99 at Academy. 189.99 on sale days.
At an Academy I go to they were promoted to be carried Israeli style for new shooters.
Maybe they will blow out the 1.0 edition at those prices.
@@filippocorti6760 maybe at the current market they let them go for $250 or or less. I've seen the new model for $329-$349.99 where it's available.
I argue the 80% glocks, and the PSA dagger forced this from S&W
I've got the last generation. Awful trigger but it still works beautifully
The CZ P10 series can still be had for $300. A person would be foolish to buy this new SD9 2.0 over a CZ regardless of what the new trigger is like.
🔥Damn dat mf clean🧼 asf!😬 I was jus lookin at the SD40ve , I wonder if they goin bring dat one out next🤔
Hopefully. I have the original sd40ve and this new trigger design looks sick
I had the sd9ve and currently still have the sd9 but did not even know they were making a new model. Is the slide the only thing they have changed on this new model?
Slide and a new trigger assembly
I'm not sure why this exists when they already have the M&P and Equalizer.
I have a feeing that they will put this gun on that stooooopid CA roster soon. For some reason they forgot to put an RMR cut, or will they?
Oh man the trigger😂. Not to mention it was top heavy as hell. Good job, with that said maybe you should still get a Canik for$300.
The SD is a Good Looking Gun but however when it comes to the Trigger Pull it's something I really dislike
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Hoepfully they make a 40
My old one was trash, I wouldn't buy another one or this new one. If Smith&Wesson was going to improve a gun, it should of been the bodyguard like Ruger did with the max.
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I NEVER KNEW UA-cam FROWNED UPON BREAKING GUNS DOWN.
Had no idea this was even on the horizon. That's interesting. The 1.0 was a good gun, but the trigger was shit and couldn't 'much be done about it. I'd still be in for an M&P 1.0 over one of these SD2.0s, but still, this should be a good seller.
With the Apex Trigger alone the original sd9 trigger was definitely not shit
@@ryantogo8359 the sd9 trigger? Disagree. It was pretty bad IMO.
@@J.Wick.did you read the part where I said apex?
@@ryantogo8359 😆 sorry.
If your selling point is that the trigger is glock like then you might wanna find a new selling point
,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,but it's not in 40 caliber anymore 😓
Where’s the smith & Wesson sd9 2.0 serial number?
If I didn't already have the 1.0 model I might consider one of these, but as it stands, there's just too many options out there in the same price range for me to get another SD9. PSA has the Dagger, there's a number of nice Turkish pistols in that price range if you're not one of those "won't buy anything Turkish" guys, hell, you can currently get a Steyr M9A2 at Bereli for $325 and that's a very nice gun.
The M9A2s are a no buy unless you want to be left hanging with a gun and no support should you need it. It's been said to buy two so you have one to strip parts off of. I'm not saying they are bad, but more than once that brand has been imported then not. The aftermarket is not there for them like they would be a Glock or M&P.
@@JD-tl7ld I have an M9A1 from 15 years ago. Thousands of rounds through it. No issues, no need of aftermarket support. I think I'll be fine.
Confusing they still make and sell an odd 2 color choice SD and also the VE and now the 2.0.
Every pistol moving into 2024 should be optics ready
I don't need an optic to hit a target 7-10 yards away. Besides it makes the gun more expensive.
If you’re gonna update a handgun in 2023-24 why in the heck would you not make it optics ready? That blows my mind.
If they only made an sd 2.0.in .40sw
They ruined it. Sandpaper grips, cheesegrater serrations, a staplegun trigger, and now only comes with one mag. The original just needed Apex trigger springs, and it was a VERY accurate pistol and in 2800 rounds I have never seen a single stoppage. Now it's one of those clicker type triggers the tacticool crowd loves. The freaking ruin everything.
waiting on my SD40 stupid 10 day wait sucks.