S&W or FN FNP

[Shawno31b]

I am trying to decide between the dark earth S&W .45 compact and the dark earth FN FNP .45. I know color doesn't matter but I have three smith and wesson hand guns already and love them. My buddy is trying to talk me into buying the FNP now and I am considering one. Just looking for what all of you have to say.

 

[Hoosier45]

My M&P 45c is my favorite M&P. I owned an FNP9, and it was nice. But of those two I would go with the M&P45c.

 

[LostLake]

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but didnt the FNP have some issues? Those issues were corrected which led to the FNX models.

If I were you, I'd play it safe and look in to the FNX or FNS line (if I were to go FN). That's what I did.


P.S. Maybe it was just the FNP .45 Tactical

 

[Shawno31b]

I looked into the fnx tactical but I did not want/need the threaded barrel

 

[wesnellans]

How well versed are you in the double/single action transition? The FNP/FNX series are hammer fired. The M&P is striker fired, with the same trigger pull every time. Granted, the FN can be carried cocked and locked so you could have the same pull every time, I suppose.

And do you want a gun with a safety (or is the M&P you're considering a safety equipped model?)?

 

[Shawno31b]

I have both double and single action weapons, I am not too worried about having a safety on the gun. I guess I was wondering which one shot better, and if the FN's are having any problems. And personal opinions on which ones they like.

 

[LostLake]

I have both double and single action weapons, I am not too worried about having a safety on the gun. I guess I was wondering which one shot better, and if the FN's are having any problems. And personal opinions on which ones they like.

Do yourself a favor and google "FNP problems"

Again, these issues were corrected with the FNX line if you decide to go DA/SA. I'd lean on the safe side and steer clear of the FNP .45. I've heard about feed issues, etc.

 

[Hoosier45]

Maybe I should add that my M&P45c is my favorite after I put the APEX FSS kit in it and changed the sights.

 

[venenoindy]

Very different animals, is kind of hard to compare since one is a compact vs a full size. Other than personal preference the deciding factor would be aftermarket parts are more plentiful for the M&P than for the FN, both quality guns but it boils down what feels better in your hand.

 

[Shawno31b]

I have a full size Kimbers, Glocks, and S&W .38 revolver and .380 bodyguard…. I like the compact, just have not shot it yet… Only reason I bring up the FN is because a buddy of mine bought one and swears by it…. But he is the only one I know who has one..

 

[venenoindy]

You answer your own question, since you already have full size guns go with the compact.

 

[Dolton916]

I have four FNX 45's and can tell you they seem industructable at this point. I have one I'm deliberately trying to kill, current rd count 12,250, and no signs of wear or slowing down. But they are bricks. heavy and big.

 

[Kedric]

I love my FNP Tactical. It has been flawless thus far. Boring reliability and great accuracy.

You really are talking apples and oranges with these two choices though.

 

[Midskier]

I understand the FNP 45 and FNX 45 both standard and tactical to be identical looking , unlike the FNP 9 and FNX 9 - which are noticeably different guns.
the FNP 45 even with its identical outside appearance is different on the inside compared to the FNX 45 ( FNP 45 and FNX 45 mags are not interchangeable)
the current version of the 45 is an FNX, FNS (striker) in 9 and 40 , or FNX (hammer) 9 , 40 (same exterior dimension) , 45 (larger frame). My neighbor has the FNX 45
and it's been flawless , I have the FNX 9mm also flawless. oh and the 45 holds 15 +1 rounds

 

[wizardfitz]

I have tge FNX45 amd love it. As others have said it runs flawlessly and 15 plus 1. Check out
FN Forums. lots of great info. I followed the break in and had zero issues with white box ammo