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Published on November 14, 2016
Duration: 7:02

This video reviews the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Performance Center edition in 9mm. The presenter highlights its fiber optic sights, ported barrel for recoil reduction, and supposedly improved trigger compared to the standard Shield. Reliability was tested with various ammunition types, including Winchester White Box, Blazer Brass, Academy Steel Case, Perfecta, and Federal Aluminum Case, with no malfunctions reported over approximately 100 rounds fired without cleaning or lubrication.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Performance Center 9mm features brighter fiber optic sights for improved daylight visibility and a ported barrel to help reduce recoil. It demonstrated excellent reliability, firing approximately 100 rounds of various ammunition types without malfunctions, even when uncleaned and unlubed.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction
  2. 00:15Pistol Identification: S&W M&P Shield Performance Center 9mm
  3. 00:22Performance Center Features: Fiber Optic Sights & Ported Barrel
  4. 00:36Initial Firing and Reliability Test
  5. 00:54Ammunition Test: Winchester White Box
  6. 01:14Ammunition Test: Blazer Brass
  7. 01:42Ammunition Test: Academy Steel Case
  8. 02:26Ammunition Test: Perfecta Brass Case
  9. 03:08Ammunition Test: Federal Aluminum Case
  10. 03:57Sights Comparison: Standard vs. Performance Center
  11. 04:56Recoil Comparison: Ported vs. Non-Ported
  12. 06:00Conclusion and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Performance Center 9mm?

The Performance Center edition of the S&W M&P Shield 9mm includes fiber optic sights for improved visibility, a ported barrel to help reduce recoil, and an enhanced trigger compared to the standard model. These features aim to enhance its performance for concealed carry and shooting.

How reliable is the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Performance Center 9mm?

The presenter tested the M&P Shield Performance Center 9mm with approximately 100 rounds of various ammunition types, including Winchester White Box, Blazer Brass, Academy Steel Case, Perfecta, and Federal Aluminum Case. No malfunctions were reported, even with the firearm uncleaned and unlubed from the factory.

Are the fiber optic sights on the Performance Center Shield better than standard sights?

Yes, the fiber optic sights on the Performance Center Shield are significantly brighter and easier to acquire in daylight conditions compared to the standard white three-dot sights found on the regular M&P Shield. This makes target acquisition quicker and more efficient.

Does the ported barrel on the S&W Shield Performance Center reduce recoil?

The ported barrel on the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Performance Center is designed to vent gases upwards, which helps to mitigate muzzle rise and reduce felt recoil. This can lead to faster follow-up shots and a more comfortable shooting experience.

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