The trigger on the SD is around 8 pounds ,I think. It felt pretty smooth. I think the SD and the M&P share the same trigger. They felt about the same. @ Mr MC54, I know you weren't looking for credit. I was just funnin ya.LOL. I'm sure I will like the SD. The Beretta is also a fine gun. I have shorter fingers though. I don't really have small hands, just sausage fingers. I felt like a little kid holding his dad's gun. I couldn't get past that feeling. Both the M&P and the SD felt great in my hands. Both pointed well. I like the grip better on the M&P but not enough to buy a used gun for 150 dollars more than I could buy a new one. They are way to similar to justify that. Can't wait to throw some lead through it. Now all I need to do is learn how to shoot.LOL. Thanks to all for the free advice.