M&P Shield 9mm Shooting Review...The Best CCW Ever?

Published on August 20, 2014
Duration: 18:33

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm, presented by Hegshot87, focuses on its performance as a concealed carry firearm. The reviewer highlights its comfortable carry profile and superior trigger compared to the Springfield Armory XD-S. Despite minor operational gripes like a stiff slide stop and difficult magazine seating when fully loaded, the Shield demonstrates excellent reliability, with over 1,000 rounds fired without malfunctions across various ammunition types. The video also notes the availability of a safety-less model.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm is praised for its comfortable concealed carry profile and superior trigger quality compared to the Springfield Armory XD-S. Despite minor operational gripes like a stiff slide stop and difficult magazine seating, it boasts excellent reliability, with over 1,000 rounds fired without malfunctions.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Intro & Initial Thoughts on Shield
  2. 00:44Slide Stop/Release Issues
  3. 01:46Magazine Seating Difficulties
  4. 02:58Slide Manipulation Feel
  5. 03:40Shield vs. XD-S Comparison
  6. 04:52Safety-Less Model Availability
  7. 05:10Reliability & Round Count
  8. 05:32Shooting Review Begins
  9. 05:53Testing Steel Case Ammo
  10. 07:00Malfunction Attempt
  11. 10:43Testing Winchester White Box
  12. 12:05Group Size at 5 Yards
  13. 13:55Testing Concealed Carry Ammo
  14. 14:11Shooting at 7 Yards
  15. 16:17Draw from Concealment Drill
  16. 18:13Conclusion & Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main drawbacks of the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm?

The primary drawbacks mentioned are the difficult manipulation of the slide stop/release, especially with a loaded magazine, and the challenging seating of fully loaded magazines. The slide itself can also feel like it catches slightly when being charged.

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

The reviewer reports over 1,000 rounds fired through the M&P Shield 9mm without any malfunctions, demonstrating excellent reliability even with various ammunition types, including steel-cased rounds.

How does the M&P Shield 9mm compare to the Springfield Armory XD-S?

The M&P Shield 9mm is considered superior to the XD-S due to its lighter weight (3.5-4 oz less), making it more comfortable for concealed carry. It also features a better, crisper trigger and is often less expensive.

Is there a version of the M&P Shield 9mm without a safety?

Yes, Smith & Wesson has recently released a version of the M&P Shield that does not include a manual safety, catering to users who prefer a safety-less design.

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