SIG p250 9mm (compact or subcompact) Vs. S&W MP 9mm compact

**JoshT** · March 1st, 2010, 08:33 PM

I am looking at getting a gun for carry and have it narrowed down to the S&W MP 9c or the SIG p250 compact or subcompact.

Originally I was pretty set on the SIG p250c but I recently handled one of the MP compacts and liked the feel of it and the fact that is a half inch shorter and almost and 1 inch shorter height-wise making it easier for a slim guy such as myself to conceal.

Some of the things I'm considering are as follows:

I like the fact that the SIG can be completely stripped down for cleaning and the pure DAO action allows for double striking. But I dislike how large the the compact version is and the fact that the subcompact doesn't have a tac rail and the grip is not quite long enough for my pinkie, also I have not been able to find any clips for the subcompact that have grip extensions.

The MP is nice because the compact is about as small as I can go and be able to comfortably hold it, and with the mag extension it fits my hand quite well. The MP also seems to have a lot more support as far as accessories and holsters than the SIG, oh yeah and it still has a Tac rail.

I have handled both and they both fit me well except for a bit of trouble with the handle on the SIG subcompact being almost too short for my hand.

I am hoping to find members here in the Pittsburgh area willing to let me test fire these guns as I have not been able to find anywhere with the models I want available for rent. I will of course pay for ammo and am willing to meet or shoot wherever is convenient.

I would appreciate any comments or opinions.

Josh

**jokusfocus** · March 1st, 2010, 09:00 PM

I have not had the chance to fire a Sig (yet), but I have had the opportunity to shoot the M&P9c. I was very impressed with how it felt. By far my favorite among the polymer guns.

However, I also had the chance to shoot a CZ RAMI and really liked it. I could shoot it as well as any of the full sized pistols I tried. It's minimally heavier than the M&P, but (felt) like it had less recoil. But the problem is finding holsters, it's not a very popular gun.

As for concealment, I had a crossbreed supertuck, and I have absolutely no trouble hiding it under a tshirt, and I am a very skinny guy. (The RAMI and M&P compacts are about the same size)

**mojo** · March 2nd, 2010, 10:01 AM

I have the MP9c and love it. It's a great pistol. I don't think that I'm going to be able to make it to the next group shoot, or I would let you shoot then. You might want to post in the Westie group shoot thread and see if anyone is able to bring one. There are a number of us that have the MP9c.

**terrible1** · March 3rd, 2010, 12:15 AM

I've shot the M+P.40c and own a P250C in .40. If I had to chose 1 the p250c would take it. Just more comfortable all around for me.

**LostBits** · February 28th, 2011, 10:53 PM

Originally Posted by terrible1

I've shot the M+P.40c and own a P250C in .40. If I had to chose 1 the p250c would take it. Just more comfortable all around for me.

I just got the P250C too. Digging it so far and I have found that there are quite a few options for holsters as well. I'm seriously considering the crossbreed supertuck for a daily carry solution.

I would recommend that you shoot the Sig and S&W first prior to making your decision though because some people don't like the high end revolver feel of the trigger.