Is the M&P 9 shield a good gun?
Is the M&P 9 shield a good gun?
The Smith Wesson M&P Shield has decent overall ergonomics. It doesn’t feel the best in the hand compared to more modern options mainly due to the fact it feels like a full-size duty-grade gun that was just thinned down. Some people will like it and if you have larger hands, I think you’ll like it a lot.
What does MP stand for in Smith and Wesson?
Iron sights. The Smith & Wesson M&P (Military and Police) is a polymer-framed, short recoil operated, locked breech semi-automatic pistol introduced in the summer of 2005 by the American company Smith & Wesson. It uses a Browning-type locking system.
Is S&W shield drop safe?
Smith & Wesson has issued a safety alert for the trigger system of its M&P Shield subcompact pistol. The pistol may have a condition where the trigger bar pin could damage the lower trigger and affect the functionality of the drop safety feature. The safety alert applies to all M&P Shield pistols produced before Aug.
Does the Smith and Wesson Shield Plus have a safety?
The M&P9 Shield Plus semi-auto pistol features a thumb safety lever, and the magazine release is reversible for enhanced control with either hand. The trigger system prevents the firearm from discharging unless the trigger is fully depressed, even if the pistol is dropped.
Is the Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield EZ a good pistol?
Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield EZ Review For those looking for a compact, lightweight 9mm pistol that’s easy to load, easy to rack and shoot and loaded with safety features, the M&P 9 Shield EZ is the pistol you’ve been asking for. Photo by Mark Fingar March 12, 2020 By Keith Wood
Why was the Smith & Wesson shield so successful?
When Smith & Wesson released the Shield in 9mm and .40SW in 2012, they were filling a gap few of us knew existed. Of all the factors that contributed to its success, it is most likely a combination of the market gap and the fact this gun carved out its own niche. Learn more as you continue reading this M&P Shield 9mm review.
What has impressed you most about the M&P9 shield?
What has always impressed me about the Shield lineup has been the size. Shields have always struck a balance of being small enough to conceal, but large enough to shoot well. The barrel on the M&P9 Shied EZ measured 3.675-inches long, which puts the overall length at 6.7 inches.
What calibers does Smith and Wesson come in?
Caliber and Concealability The Smith and Wesson M&P Shield is currently produced in 9mm,.40, and.45 calibers. While the entire line could get days of accolades, we are going to focus on the 9mm platform. The most consistent feedback is the Shield has more soft edges.
