Hey guys, I have two questions regarding upgrading my barrel. I'm a 65 year old male who's been shooting for two years. I shoot an M&P 9mm 2.0 with a 4.25" barrel. I practice with IDPA shooters about once a month. My shooting is improving, but I'm wondering if a barrel upgrade would in any way help an inexperience shooter shoot more accurately? I see there are two types of barrels available, semi-fitted and match grade. Does a semi-fitted barrel require a gunsmith to tweak it for proper fit? Is a match grade barrel one that I can simply drop in and the gun will operate properly? Is it worth it for a rookie to upgrade his barrel?
If I decide to shoot in IDPA matches, is an upgraded barrel permissible in the stock pistol category? How about an Apex trigger?
I see I exceeded my stated two questions.
Any input would be appreciated. Thank you!