Gen 1 vs Gen 2 vs Performance Center M&P Trigger Comparison

Published on February 12, 2018
Duration: 4:27

This video compares the trigger pull weights of three Smith & Wesson M&P pistol generations: Gen 1, Gen 2, and a Gen 1 Performance Center model. The Gen 1 stock trigger averaged 7 lbs, the Gen 1 Performance Center averaged 5 lbs, and the Gen 2 averaged 5.5 lbs. While the Performance Center had the lightest pull, the video notes that lighter weight doesn't always equate to a crisper or better trigger feel.

Quick Summary

Comparing Smith & Wesson M&P triggers, the Gen 1 stock model averaged 7 lbs, the Gen 1 Performance Center averaged 5 lbs, and the Gen 2 averaged 5.5 lbs. While the Performance Center is lightest, trigger feel involves more than just pull weight, including smoothness and break quality.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:35Gen 1 Stock Trigger Baseline
  3. 01:38Performance Center Gen 1 Trigger Test
  4. 02:27Gen 2 Trigger Test
  5. 03:08Results and Discussion
  6. 04:06Trigger Feel Explanation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the trigger pull weight of a stock Smith & Wesson M&P Gen 1?

A stock Smith & Wesson M&P Gen 1 pistol, even when well broken in, typically has a trigger pull weight around 7 pounds, as measured in this comparison.

How does the Performance Center M&P trigger compare to the standard Gen 1?

The Smith & Wesson M&P Gen 1 Performance Center model features a significantly lighter trigger pull, averaging around 5 pounds, compared to the standard Gen 1's 7-pound pull.

What is the trigger pull weight for the Smith & Wesson M&P Gen 2?

The Smith & Wesson M&P Gen 2 pistol has a trigger pull weight that averages approximately 5.5 pounds, making it lighter than the standard Gen 1 but slightly heavier than the Gen 1 Performance Center.

Does a lighter trigger pull always mean a better trigger?

Not necessarily. While a lighter trigger pull weight, like that of the Performance Center M&P, can be desirable, it doesn't inherently mean the trigger is crisper or better. Smoothness and break quality also play significant roles in overall trigger feel.

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