New for 2021: Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus

Published on March 16, 2021
Duration: 3:36

The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus is a new 9mm compact pistol for 2021, building on the original Shield's slim profile. Key upgrades include significantly increased magazine capacity, with a flush-fit 10-round and an extended 13-round option. It also features a new flat-faced trigger with a blade safety, offering an improved shooting experience. The Shield Plus is available in standard, optic-ready, and Performance Center variants, with many features remaining consistent with the original Shield for easy transition.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus is a new 9mm compact pistol for 2021 that significantly upgrades magazine capacity to 10-round flush-fit and 13-round extended options. It also features a new flat-faced trigger with a blade safety, maintaining the slim profile of the original Shield for concealed carry.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to the Shield Plus
  2. 00:21Magazine Capacity: 10 & 13 Rounds
  3. 00:37Walking Through Features
  4. 00:43New Magazine Design
  5. 01:14The New Trigger System
  6. 01:58M&P Shield Plus 9mm Overview
  7. 02:06Safety Options & Variants
  8. 02:18Launch Lineup: Standard, Optic Ready, Performance Center
  9. 02:35Similarities to Original Shield
  10. 02:51Grip Texturing & Profile
  11. 02:56Barrel Length & Dimensions
  12. 03:06Serrations & Manageability
  13. 03:13Accessory Compatibility
  14. 03:23Conclusion: Easy Carry, More Capacity
  15. 03:31Where to Find More Info

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key upgrades in the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus compared to the original Shield?

The M&P Shield Plus significantly increases magazine capacity with 10-round flush-fit and 13-round extended options. It also features a new flat-faced trigger with a blade safety, offering an improved shooting experience over the original Shield's hinged safety design.

What are the available configurations for the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus?

At launch, the Shield Plus is available in standard models, which may include a thumb safety. Optic-ready models with a milled slide for red dot sights are also offered, alongside enhanced versions from Smith & Wesson's Performance Center.

Does the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus maintain the slim profile of the original Shield?

Yes, despite the increased magazine capacity, the M&P Shield Plus is designed to maintain a slim and trim profile, making it suitable for concealed carry, similar to its predecessor.

What are the magazine capacities for the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus?

The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus comes with two magazine options: a flush-fit 10-round magazine and an extended 13-round magazine, offering substantially more capacity than older Shield models.

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