9mm or 40 S&W Shield

Published on May 9, 2019
Duration: 6:48

This video compares the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield in 9mm and 40 S&W calibers. The presenters conduct a shooting test from seven yards, evaluating recoil and accuracy. While the 9mm Shield 2.0 features more aggressive grip texturing, the 40 S&W model is noted to feel crisper and offer better control for one of the speakers, despite a slightly lower magazine capacity.

Quick Summary

The S&W M&P Shield 9mm and 40 S&W are nearly identical in size, with the 9mm 2.0 having more aggressive grip texturing. While the 9mm holds 8 rounds and the 40 S&W holds 7, one shooter found the 40 S&W felt crisper with no significant recoil increase, offering better control.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: 9mm vs 40 S&W Shield
  2. 00:3440 S&W Shield Shooting Test (7 Yards)
  3. 01:239mm Shield 2.0 Shooting Test (7 Yards)
  4. 02:3440 S&W Shooting Impressions & Ammo
  5. 03:239mm Shooting Impressions & Ammo
  6. 04:42Performance Comparison: 40 S&W vs 9mm
  7. 05:07Why Choose 40 S&W? Capacity vs Power
  8. 05:46Overall Thoughts: 9mm vs 40 S&W Shield

Frequently Asked Questions

How do the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm and 40 S&W compare in size and feel?

The M&P Shield 9mm and 40 S&W are nearly identical in size and build. The 9mm Shield 2.0 features more aggressive grip texturing, while one speaker found the 40 S&W felt crisper and offered better control in hand.

What is the magazine capacity difference between the M&P Shield 9mm and 40 S&W?

The M&P Shield 9mm typically holds 8 rounds, while the 40 S&W model holds 7 rounds. This one-round difference is a consideration when weighing the increased energy of the 40 S&W against its capacity.

Does the 40 S&W Shield have more recoil than the 9mm Shield?

One speaker reported that the 40 S&W did not feel like it had significantly more recoil than the 9mm Shield, and they actually felt they had better control with the 40 S&W model during their shooting test.

Are there external safety differences between the M&P Shield 9mm and 40 S&W?

Yes, an external safety was noted on the 40 S&W model tested, while the 9mm Shield 2.0 did not have one. This can be an optional feature available on different configurations of the M&P Shield.

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