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Customer Reviews for POLISHED! Smith & Wesson Sigma SW9VE 9MM


POLISHED! Smith & Wesson Sigma SW9VE 9MM Buy Now

30 Reviews. 4.6 out of 5 Stars!
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Deborah B on 07/16/2016
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

SWEET SMITH & W ,I EASILY USED THIS S&W SW9VE 9MM TO QUALIFY FOR GUN CARRY PERMIT,SHOTS VERY STRAIGHT & THE TRIGGER IS AROUND 12 LBS. AND YOU NEED STRONG HAND GRIP TO PULL ,WHICH I LIKE , I WOULD BUY THIS GUN AGAIN.

Alan W on 01/01/2016
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

My first purchase through Bud's. Ent level pistol, but was very pleased with minimal jams. Would buy another if the opportunity is present in the future.

Richard H on 12/03/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great service, fast shipping. Just as described. Excellent gun for this price point.

Delina S on 04/08/2012
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I purchased both the 9MM and the 40 S&W. After two years and many rounds they both work flawlessly. They do everything my Glocks will do at half the price. Everyone knows about the Glock law suit and i see why. S&W made a few changes but basically they are Glock clones, as are many of todays plastic guns. If you want this type of gun and don't want to spend double for a Glock or other higher priced gun, the S&W VE series is a real good buy.

Neil K on 04/07/2011
Rating:   3 of 5 Stars!

Everything you read about this pistol is true. it is 100% reliable and feels great in the hand. I have put about 1000 rounds of various brands FMJ, JHP, even soft points through it. Never a malfuntion of any kind. The pistol breaks down and cleans easily as well. The downside is the HORRIBLE trigger pull. I read about it before i bought the gun, but under estimated how bad it could possibly be. It's bad, real bad. It makes shooting the gun accurately a challenge. I had no problem hitting the armed bad guy target at the range, but i certainly could not call shots. I guess for home defense or a car gun its ok, but for range/targeet shooting.....forget it. It was a decent started pistol, but i have since sold it and moved on to better things. Buds is fantastic !!

Megan S on 09/30/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This was my second purchase from Bud's and their service is amazing, just put my next purchase from Bud's on layaway today. I picked up my gun from my FFL last week but due to weather i wasnt able to get to the range until yesterday, I fired 350 rounds out of my new sigma, i used blazer brass and the blazer aluminum as well as the cheap federal rounds and the Rem UMC. This thing fired everything i put in it, it was amazing, the trigger pull is no big deal, after the first mag it feels natural. This will be my carry gun. For the price everyone should buy this gun, and i have not found any gun shop in my area that can even come close to Bud's prices.

Tu P on 09/29/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

First off, this was my first purchase from Bud's and it was FREAKING AWESOME! First gun I ever bought and by far one of the best! Its a great starter gun and great all around gun in my opinion. Very easy to break down and clean. Very fun to shoot. Its also very accurate. I probably put about 1000 rounds through it by now and not have any malfunctions from it! NO FTF NO FTE! They say you get what you pay for but not in this case. S&W gives you more than you pay for. TRIGGER PULL IS GREAT! I don't have a problem putting 10lbs or so of pulling pressure on my fingers so its not an issue for me. I put 250 rounds through it at the range in one day and NO my finger was not aching. I would of shot more if I had more ammo! Actually, Its a great safety from S&W. I would like to thank Buds for making my first gun purchase a perfect one. I got a great gun for a great price. 2 day shipping makes it even better.

Rick P on 09/26/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is my first order and I'm very happy with Bud's service. I paid $302.00 + $20.00 to my FFL holder - $50.00 S&W rebate. Can't beat that with a stick! I've put 300 rounds of Federal Champion (Walmart) 115gr through it with no problems. The trigger pull is a bit long but not at all "gritty" as reported by others elsewhere on the 'net. I bought the SW9VE for CC and I think it will work out well.

Jason B on 09/11/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Oh btw no fail to fire or feed. I was so stoked about how easy it is to break down and clan. I have another weapon that is a pain. I hate cleaning guns but this one makes it so easy. This sigma is the way to go. awesome awesome awesome and a 50 dollar mail in reabte. Mine was 270 after my 20 dollar ffl fee. as my papo says you cant beat that with a stick!!!

Jason B on 09/11/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

First online purchase ive ever made and it is the way to go. I ordered on Moday evening and received my handgun at my FFL Thurs morning. That is because I live in a remote area. I was 10 percent satified with ym customer service. Buds Rocks. I made the mistake of ordering a WASR the same day I ordered this one on August 23rd and three weeks later still have not received it from another website. The other website is the worst. I am so pissed at them but happy with buds. They start with "imp". Anyways, shot my gun at the range. It is a nice pistol. trigger is a bit long but on the second outing to the range was used to it and hitting steel targets at 50 yrds and w/i 3" radius at 25 yrds after about 100 rndstotal between teh two visits i am used to it and love it. I have never been a big shooter but thanks to buds I am now. I am sold this is the best website. Mind you this is my first dealing with them. First impressions for me though stand out until they prove otherwise!

Aaron D on 08/29/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

First and foremost, this is my first buds purchase...topnotch, orderred on a tuesday, picked it up on Thursday, couldn't be happier with the turnaround time...Kudos I picked up this Sigma primarily for recreational shooting, after all 9mm ammo is cheap compared to 380 and 45. The price was outstanding at $299 and the $50 or 2 extra mags rebate from S&W sealed the deal. I have put approximatly 300 rounds through this pistol and only had 1 FTE, and that was my doing, limp wristed it trying to get it to FTE. The frame size is perfect for my huge hands and the trigger pull is stiff, but after a few rounds, I didnt even notice it. All in all, the gun is reliable through 300 rounds of all sorts of ammo, even some suspiciously dirty boxes. I am a happy customer and am thinking of tracking down a Sigma 40 for my brother...Very accurate, takedown is a snap, and a solid rebate being offerred for anothe rmonth or so... As some have said, this gun might be too big for most to carry, I think I could since Im a big guy (6'8" and 375lbs), but if you pick one up for the Low Buds price, I think you'll be very happy with this as a nice range/rec gun, or for home defense with the appropriate ammo.

Kevin M on 08/25/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is the first handgun I've ever owned. Its a GREAT gun. I have taken it to the range five times (500 rounds) no flaws! At twenty feet I am able to make a fifty cent piece circle with 10 rounds. At fifty still very accurate, probably my fault if off. No problems, no jams, stove pipes, etc. Is now my primary ccw gun which is needed!!! This wanna be glock is the real deal, great gun!!!

Darrick S on 08/16/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

First off, this was my first purchase from Bud's and it was as easy as could be. If you have read the reviews you all ready know that the trigger on this thing is heavy. I can't argue with that. I found the pistol to be accurate in spite of the trigger. I only have about 70 rounds through it and not one malfunction using WWB. I wouldn't expect anything different. Basically, the pistol feels good in my hands and it points very nicely. The frame is a little cheaper looking than a Glock, but it is $200 (&250 if you take advantage of the rebate) less than a comparable Glock. Overall, I'm impressed with the performance of a pistol that cost $300.

Corey L on 08/15/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

If you're hesitant to order from buds online due to it being sketchy DON'T BE!!! They have very good service with keeping touch with the customer that way you don't feel like you have hundreds of dollars floating around somewhere without getting any feedback about your item that's being shipped. They are there every step of the way. My firearm came in 2 days! That's unheard of! My gf ordered a physical science book offline the same day I ordered my handgun and it took 9 days to get here.......now about the gun, the sigma sw9ve is a great gun, bad wrap aside don't listen to the haters online, my gun shoots 3" grouping at 15 yards like clockwork and I can only imagine it getting better and better the more I control my breathing when at the range. Plus I have a dirty little secret on the way from buds in the form of a crimson trace laserguard for my sw9ve so I'm not sure if that's even fair lol :) the trigger is NOT a piece of junk, it is intended fully by s&w to be this way for safety reasons. The gun is very simple to breakdown and clean. Iv never had any ftf,ftf or fte. Fit and finish on this gun is nothing short of superb, standard 3 white dot sights are exceptional with a dovetail in the back that is adjustable for windage/eye dominance failures. You won't be disappointed by this firearm have a little faith and don't listen to the flock critics cause most of them havnt ever seen or fired a new sigma sw9ve. A guy at the range with a glock 19 came up to me while shooting this and asked what's that? While witnessing the accuracy of this gun. Buy one today!!!!

Marc Y on 08/08/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

First online purchase ive ever made and it is the way to go. Good prices and fast service. I used Buds FFL finder to find a dealer near me that did 10 dollar transfers!! Ordered late Tuesday night, picked it up Friday at noon. Five stars to buds. The pistol it self was pretty much what i expected. If youve done any research on this pistol you will know about the trigger pull and safety features. Overall the gun feels good in my hand and not terribly top heavy considering the frame is light as a feather.(My first polymer framed handgun) Its been in my closet for two weeks waiting for me try it out and today was the day.I had loaded both mags up when i received the pistol and let them sit a fortnight. I always field strip and scrub a new gun with CLP and then wipe dry with lint free cloth. Im a little more generous than the suggested 6 drops of lube. I put a few more on the trigger assembly after removing the pigtail spring. The gun ran thru 200 rds of Winchester FMJ without a single hitch. Accuracy was less than great, but this a 7 yrd nightstand gun for my use, so it was fine that 90% of the rounds were in a 8" circle at 30ft. Overall , I would say this is a great deal. I will definately be doing business with Buds in the near future.

Adam M on 08/03/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

First lets start with Bud's. Purchased on Friday the gun was in my hand on Monday. I was exceptionaly suprised at how quick i received the weapon. Then there is the weapon itself. The trigger pull is not as bad as some people say. You have to realize that with the DAO trigger its gonna be harder to pull because it is the main safety. With that being said i don't feel much difference between this and my Glock I had as my duty weapon. The weight is perfect, and it is very nicely balanced. Just like any other firearm be prepared to clean it before first use. The list price is $299 and without the 3% cash back since i used my credit card I picked up this gun for 307.00. At this moment there is also either a $50 mail-in rebate or 2 free mags. I chose the 2 free mags. So for $307 I got this weapon and 4 magazines. This is a deal that just cant be beat, seeing as MSRP From S&W is around $375.00, and each magazine is between $35-$40.

Brian B on 07/25/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Bought this gun a couple of months ago and just got back from the range today. I put 250 rounds through my SIGMA and I am extremely pleased with the results!!! The gun felt good through the whole experience and I managed to shoot on target very well. I even nailed quite a few bulls eyes dead center mass. Anyone that gives this gun a bad review, all I got to say is you either suck at shooting or unfortunately you got a bad piece of equipment and need to get another SIGMA. My buddy today had a Springfield XD 9mm, and I let him use my SIGMA. He said all and all he liked the gun, but the Trigger Pull was too strong for his taste. A lot of people have said that the trigger pull is too tough, and I would have to agree. I suppose you can get use to it, or wait till it loosens up a bit over time. There are tutorials online on how to change it so the pull is not so heavy. Budsgunshop shipped the gun out on time and I am very satisfied. Will definitely purchase from Buds again....maybe I will get an SW40VE!

Jack K on 07/15/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

One great shooting 9MM! Only took 2 shots to get used to the trigger pull and it was on the bullseye. I won''t be trading my 1911's anytime soon but this is a lot of firepower for $249 after rebate.

Daniel S on 07/14/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is the first gun I've purchased, but I have shot many different handguns and wanted something small and compact that I could carry. Bud's had this on special for $299.99 and Smith & Wesson is offering a $50 mail in rebate. So let's start with Bud's service. I've never bought a gun, let alone bought a gun online before and I was skeptical about ordering, but I've yet to read a review that someone was dissatisfied with them and with the lowest price I could find for this gun new, I went ahead and ordered it. Bud's apparently sends all their guns 2nd day air, but I didn't get my gun until almost a week later. Now, this isn't Bud's fault because they shipped my gun the same day I ordered it, which I was really happy about, but UPS just completely shuts down the day before a holiday and the day after. Bud's allows you to choose what dealer they send your gun to, so be careful what dealer you choose. I chose a gunsmith a few miles away from my house instead of the gun shop down the street from me because I can't stand those guys. The gunsmith’s number wasn’t even in the phone book and I couldn’t find his number online, so I e-mailed Bud’s and they responded very quickly with a number to call the shop with. Also, the gunsmith I sent it to had very weird hours and was closed random days of the week, which took another day to get my gun. I finally picked up my gun and transferred it with no problems. After all this, I will definitely order from Bud’s again without a shadow of a doubt, but a heads up for other first time buyers here, don’t order your gun on a holiday weekend and more importantly, know where you’re getting your gun sent to. Other than that, this was surprisingly easier than I could’ve imagined, so thanks Bud’s. Now on to the SW9VE, when I received my gun, it was somewhat dirty and there was a lot of grime on the outside of the slide. I don’t know if this is the preservative they use on the gun or what, but it looked like a poorly maintained weapon. I broke it down, which is possibly one of the easiest guns to breakdown I’ve ever seen, and gave it a good cleaning. The lack of a manual safety was a bit of a concern, but the trigger safety is really sufficient. I read a lot of reviews that talk about a heavy trigger pull and yes it is there because of the lack of a manual safety, but it’s really not a big deal. I found that it had little to no effect on my accuracy and I was used to it about halfway through a box of ammo. I’ve only shot 300 rounds of ammo through it so far, but not a single jam or ftf. The gun performs flawlessly and I was able to achieve decent accuracy at 30 yds. At first, I thought this would be a really good firearm to be my first personal gun and I had planned on trading it something better. Problem being is that this is a really good gun. It’s accurate, light, reliable, well constructed and cheap. I had two people come up to me at the range and ask about my gun and they had the same things to say that everyone else that doesn’t own one says: “That’s going to jam any second” or “you’re not going to be able to hit anything at 10 yds with that trigger”. Needless to say, I shut them both up pretty quick. All in all, this is a great weapon and something I don’t mind trusting my life to. A weapon only performs as well as the person that wields it. If you can apply the skill to this weapon, the S&W Sigma SW9VE will do the rest.

Robert D on 07/06/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is my 2nd gun from Buds. Great price and fast service, again! Took it to the range and put 100 rounds thru my Sigma 9mm with no problems. Fits nicely in my hand (a Hogue grip would help on those long range sessions). Got very accurate groupings. Trigger pull not as bad as some people whine about and it should not discourage you from owning one of these. S&W for $299 and a $50 rebate( I opted for 2 free mags). I always start and end my gun shopping w/Buds because their prices just CAN'T BE BEAT! Thanks again!

Kent S on 05/16/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is the first handgun I've ever owned. Its a GREAT gun. Bud's sent it to a local dealer, Shooting Sports, in Moline, IL. They were very helpful. Gave me a lesson on handguns and gave me free range time. I shot 50 rounds and was very happy. No problems at all. Since this is my first handgun, I did not notice any problem with trigger pull. I had read about trigger pull in other reviews. I had not shot a handgun since the army, almost 40 years ago. My first pattern was about 6". The S&W sigma 9mm also felt good in my hand. Bud's was a great place to purchase my first handgun. No one could match their price. I was informed of all stages of my transaction by email, or I could view it online. I would recommend Buds to anyone purchasing a gun. I'm already looking at a smaller handgun for concealed carry. Thanks Buds!!!

David C on 05/04/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

To begin, is there any other way to purchase a gun except from Buds! Great communication and super fast delivery. This is the first handgun I've ever owned. Took it to the shooting range today, target 21 feet away, 6 head shots, and it has been 20 years since I have shot or even held a hand gun. Very little recoil, nice feel.

Russell R on 04/27/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I'll admit I bought this gun based on price as my first criteria. I did the opinion blogs and decided to go ahead with the purchase. When I picked it up and checked it out, it seemed pretty high quality (except the plastic guide rod). So I figured I had better get the .40 also. At the price combined with the rebate, it is a smoking good deal. I went to the range this weekend, and fired both for the first time. First, for the trigger pull that seems to be a point of contention with some people. The trigger on both pistols both require a decent pull strength; truth be told after a few mag's I was spot on at 15 yds and kinda like the feel. I could imagine that for women or people with limited strength this would not be my choice of weapon. However, if you have a lot of experience and a good solid (strong) grip, this pistol is a blast to shoot and is very accurate. Rapid fire was a snap as long as a nice firm grip and trigger finger are maintained. While the 9mm is a smooth shooter the .40 by contrast is violent (in a way that makes my smile). The other thing that surprised me was how compact they seemed for a full size auto, they look like a slightly bigger brother to the Taurus PT 709 "Slim". I bet you could comfortably find a way to use this as a CCW. For the money; is there a better deal? If so I haven't found it yet.

Jeffrey B on 04/25/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Wow!!! $ 319 - 50 = great value. I had been looking at this gun for a month and my wife decided to get it for me for Father's Day early after I told her the rebate went off on 4-30. I have seen this gun in the $400+range at other stores. I shot 40+ rounds of cheap Winchester FMJ through it today and drilled the target in good groups over and over. Trigger a little stiff but that is not a bad thing as long as you are prepared for it. Very painless transaction at the store picking it up and the gun has 2 magazines with it.

David C on 04/23/2010
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

This is my first hand gun that I have purchased...guess what, I am so satified with the performance and yes, the trigger squeeze is hard but only because the gun has no safety. This gun id accurate from 50 feet in a 6 inch circle. You need to squeeze trigger real slow until it goes off...it is a great gun. I use Federal 9mm Ruger bullets or Winchester white box of 100. Wal-mart carries both at fair price per box. As far as that review about the guys wife could not squeeze the trigger...guess what, my wife does not even know I own this puppy! LOL

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