Videos tagged with Shield Plus Performance Center

Chris from Honest Outlaw updates his 2025 Every Day Carry, prioritizing the S&W Shield Plus Performance Center for its balance of size and shootability, featuring a V-porting system and crisp trigger. He discusses a shift towards iron sights for reliability over red dots and introduces the S&W Bodyguard 2.0 for deep concealment and the Staccato CS for winter carry. Essential EDC tools include the Spyderco Endura 4, Haley Strategic Surefire D3FT flashlight, and a Headhunter Rat fixed blade, alongside a crucial emphasis on carrying and knowing how to use a medical kit.

This review compares four compensated concealed carry pistols: Sig P365 X-Macro, Shadow Systems CR920XP, S&W Shield Plus PC, and Springfield Hellcat RDP. Compensators reduce muzzle rise, aiding faster follow-up shots, but increase length and noise. The Sig P365 X-Macro offered the flattest shooting experience, while the S&W Shield Plus PC is the most budget-friendly option.

The S&W M&P Shield Plus Performance Center offers a shootable micro-compact 9mm experience with ported barrel and slide for reduced recoil. While it boasts an improved texture and trigger over the standard model, potential buyers should note the lack of a factory optics-ready ported version and the fiber optic sights' susceptibility to gas damage. Despite these drawbacks, its $600 MSRP provides strong value compared to higher-priced competitors, making it a top-tier carry option for those prioritizing shootability.

The Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Plus Performance Center offers significant upgrades over the standard model, including a ported barrel, aggressive stippling, and an enhanced trigger for improved shootability. While the ported barrel reduces muzzle rise, it slightly increases muzzle report. The firearm demonstrates good accuracy and recoil management during range testing, making it a strong contender for concealed carry and EDC.