Best 10mm? SIG Sauer vs. Springfield vs. S&W

Published on August 2, 2022
Duration: 19:32

This comprehensive review compares the SIG Sauer P320-XTEN, Springfield Armory XDM Elite, and Smith & Wesson M&P 10mm handguns. While all offer 15-round capacity and optics-ready slides, performance varied. The S&W M&P excelled in recoil recovery, while the Springfield XDM delivered the tightest accuracy group. Subjective assessments highlighted trigger feel and grip texture as key differentiators, with the Springfield's trigger praised but its grip found slippery, and the S&W's grip liked but its trigger deemed gritty.

Quick Summary

The Springfield Armory XDM Elite achieved the tightest accuracy group at 1.257 inches, while the Smith & Wesson M&P 10mm showed the best recoil recovery time at 0.44 seconds. The SIG Sauer P320-XTEN had the largest group at 1.659 inches.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Shooting Montage
  2. 01:14Comparison Overview
  3. 01:31Technical Specifications
  4. 02:12Recoil Testing with Mantis
  5. 03:59Accuracy Testing Methodology
  6. 09:48Accuracy Results Summary
  7. 10:01Ergonomics & Triggers
  8. 16:34Final Conclusions

Frequently Asked Questions

Which 10mm pistol had the best recoil management in the Justin Opinion test?

The Smith & Wesson M&P 10mm demonstrated the best recoil management, achieving the fastest recovery time of 0.44 seconds, as measured objectively using a Mantis device during the test.

What were the accuracy results for the SIG Sauer, Springfield Armory, and S&W 10mm pistols?

The Springfield Armory XDM Elite achieved the tightest group at 1.257 inches, followed by the S&W M&P 10mm at 1.312 inches. The SIG Sauer P320-XTEN had the largest group at 1.659 inches, all tested at 15 yards.

How did the triggers and grips compare between the three 10mm handguns?

The Springfield XDM's trigger was praised, but its grip was slippery. The S&W M&P's grip texture was favored, though its trigger felt gritty. The SIG P320-XTEN's subjective feel was also considered.

Were there any reliability issues noted during the 10mm pistol comparison?

Yes, a failure to feed malfunction was observed during the testing phase of the Smith & Wesson M&P 10mm handgun, indicating a potential reliability concern.

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