Paddle or Button - opinions on VP9 mag release?

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Kinda wondering which folks prefer, if they've gotten a chance to handle both?
 
Paddle release for sure. I love the fact that I can release the mag with a squeeze of both my thumb and forefinger at the same time; it just feels normal. I now find it a bit odd to shoot 'other' pistols that only have the button on the LH side; I'd bet the button release (only) is pretty odd for those who shoot left handed. But then again, I've had folks ask where the mag button is when I let them shoot my USPs & VPs (to include my little Walther P22); perhaps I need to provide a bit more instruction (first) and shouldn't assume everyone is familiar with a paddle mag release.
 
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In general I've really become a fan of the paddle release. I like it because it is ambidextrous. This is important to me as an instructor because one of the things I like to emphasize is one-handed manipulations and having to use your support hand, like if your strong hand has been injured for example. The paddle release makes it a lot easier in those cases to manipulate the pistol. Button is fine, but it does have it's limitations.
 
Hands down paddle. I carry an FN 503 sometimes with a button and it's annoying :D. If HK would get off of their butt and make a single stack .
 
I'm actually surprised HK decided to try a button release, I prefer the paddle myself and it's what makes the HK pistols so ergonomic not to mention
the fantastic grip modules........
 
I guess I won't bother trying to look for the button model since no one seems to think it offers anything over the paddles.
 
Paddle on the vp9.
First purchase was a paddle release Walther.
 
Ever since my 1st Hk which was a P7M8 I have preferred the paddle style over the thumb button
I use my trigger finger & don't have to shift the gun in my hand to operate the magazine release
 
SWOH said:
I guess I won't bother trying to look for the button model since no one seems to think it offers anything over the paddles.
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I actually think that the button is a step backwards for the reason I stated above i.e. the ability to use it with either hand. That is a tactical consideration that, to me, is substantial and often overlooked.
 
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