NEW S&W Shield Plus .30 Super Carry VERSUS 9mm

Published on May 30, 2022
Duration: 22:38

This video provides an in-depth comparison between the new Smith & Wesson Shield Plus in .30 Super Carry and the established 9mm version. It covers physical dimensions, capacity differences, terminal ballistics according to FBI standards, ammunition pricing, and subjective recoil experiences from a blind test. The review highlights the .30 SC's potential while noting its higher ammo cost and mixed recoil perceptions. The analysis is presented with high authority by James Reeves, a lead reviewer for TFB TV, utilizing empirical data and expert insights.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson Shield Plus in .30 Super Carry offers increased capacity (13+1 flush, 16+1 extended) over the 9mm version, despite identical dimensions. Ballistically, it achieves ~15.5 inches of penetration with slightly less energy than 9mm but operates at higher pressure. Ammunition costs are nearly double that of 9mm, and recoil perception is subjective, with mixed results from blind testing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Shield Plus .30 SC vs 9mm
  2. 01:25Physical Comparison & Capacity
  3. 02:53Ballistics & FBI Standards
  4. 05:46Ammo Pricing & Recoil Discussion
  5. 07:34Blind Recoil Test Results
  6. 10:04Sights & Trigger Comparison
  7. 11:15Market Comparison & Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the S&W Shield Plus in .30 Super Carry and 9mm?

The .30 Super Carry Shield Plus is dimensionally the same but offers higher capacity (13+1 flush, 16+1 extended vs 10+1 flush, 13+1 extended for 9mm). It also operates at higher pressure and has a heavier trigger pull (6.0 lbs vs ~4.75 lbs).

How does the .30 Super Carry perform ballistically compared to 9mm?

In tests using Federal HST, the .30 Super Carry achieved around 15.5 inches of penetration. It generates slightly less energy (347 ft-lbs vs 364 ft-lbs) than 9mm but operates at a much higher pressure (50,000 PSI vs ~35,000 PSI).

Is .30 Super Carry ammunition more expensive than 9mm?

Yes, .30 Super Carry ammunition is significantly more expensive. The video estimates costs around $30 per box of 50 rounds (60 cents/round), which is nearly double the price of comparable 9mm Luger ammunition.

What was the recoil experience like for the .30 Super Carry Shield Plus?

Recoil perception was mixed in a blind test. Half of the participants found the .30 Super Carry snappier, while others found it smoother or indistinguishable from the 9mm version, suggesting subjective differences in felt recoil.

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