M&P's available w/ Thumb Safety's now...

[Ernest.T.Bass]

If I buy one - it will have the thumb safety.

[Guest DaG]

when in my paddle holster like in a range/idpa/match scenario, i don't use the thumb safety, the trigger safety is adequate. but for me (and many others out there), when it's in my pants, inches away from the family jewels... i appreciate it.

What's the difference in carry and competition? Sounds like if you have it near the family jewels in a paddle holster in either mode you don't need to be carryin' anyway.

DaG

[Johnny_Utah]

If the military or the police draw their weapon, they intend to use it. For me I think the same, when i put a clip in at the range...the zombie is most likely going down!!!!!

[deerslayer]

I don't like the option, and wish they wouldn't offer it. If you don't use a rigid holster (kydex/stiff leather), you have no business carrying a striker-style gun. If a striker-type gun is carried properly, there is no need for a manual safety lever. With an Obama administration, I could see it more likely that certain designs become restricted or banned, and manual safeties and other needless gadgets become mandatory. I can hear it now: "The M&P is a safer, more childproof design; my bill will ensure that Glock and Springfield follow S&W's lead."

Edited December 28, 2008 by deerslayer

[dralarms]

I can hear it now: "The M&P is a safer, more childproof design; my bill will ensure that Glock and Springfield follow S&W's lead."

Might eliminate "glock butt" LOL

[deerslayer]

Might eliminate "glock butt" LOL

or common sense