I asked this same thing last time. I never got an answer. The weight of the metal frame M&P is almost the exact same weight as the poly M&P.

Specs from S&W:
4.25″ metal 9mm – 30 oz
4.25″ poly 9mm – 29 oz

Is this a serious piece, or is this phoning it in? Does 1 oz really make a difference in felt recoil?

Furthermore, most people say that metal transmits MORE felt recoil compared to the same weight pistol in polymer. Is this true or false?

As far as I can tell, the point of the metal M&P is to look good. I’m not against it. I would just like an honest review instead of the typical cookie-cutter, phoning it in writing.

Note that my “everyday carry” handgun is a Smith and Wesson M&P 40 (1.0 design version) with 4-inch barrel that I purchased for around $520, although its factory trigger inspired me to spend an additional $100 or so for aftermarket trigger components which GREATLY improved the trigger.

Anyhow, I cannot see myself spending whatever street price this pistol with an MSRP of $900 will command. I would probably buy a CZ-75 if I was going to spend that much cash.