S&W M&P 2.0 9mm Full Review

Published on September 16, 2017
Duration: 12:23

The S&W M&P 2.0 in 9mm, particularly the 5-inch model, offers significant upgrades over the Gen 1, including an aggressive stippled grip and improved trigger. While reliable with premium ammunition, it showed sensitivity to low-power bulk ammo. Its accuracy is excellent, aided by the longer sight radius, and it's noted for soft shooting characteristics.

Quick Summary

The S&W M&P 2.0 9mm (5-inch) features an aggressive stippled grip, improved trigger, and excellent accuracy. While reliable with premium ammo, it showed sensitivity to low-power rounds. It offers great value around $400-$500.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Background
  2. 00:32Basic Specifications & Features
  3. 01:52Key Design Changes: Grip & Frame
  4. 03:39Trigger & Internal Updates
  5. 05:47Reliability Testing with Various Ammo
  6. 08:09Accuracy, Sights & Shooting Feel
  7. 09:54Value Proposition & Final Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key upgrades in the S&W M&P 2.0 compared to the Gen 1?

The M&P 2.0 features a significantly improved, aggressive factory stippled grip, an elongated steel frame for rigidity, front slide serrations, and an updated trigger with a better reset and less sponginess.

How reliable is the S&W M&P 2.0 9mm with different types of ammunition?

The M&P 2.0 performed flawlessly with premium self-defense and higher-pressure range ammunition. However, it experienced reliability issues with low-power bulk ammunition, unlike the Gen 1.

What is the accuracy like on the 5-inch S&W M&P 2.0?

The 5-inch M&P 2.0 offers excellent accuracy, attributed to its longer 5-inch sight radius and tight 3-dot combat sights. It's also noted for being a soft-shooting handgun.

What is the typical street price for the S&W M&P 2.0 9mm?

The S&W M&P 2.0 9mm typically sells for a street price ranging between $400 and $500, offering a high value for its features and performance.

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