S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ Shooting Impressions

Published on February 21, 2018
Duration: 5:29

This review of the Smith & Wesson M&P 380 Shield EZ highlights its comfortable shooting experience and impressive reliability across a wide variety of ammunition. The firearm handled numerous bullet profiles and weights, from 102-grain to 50-grain, with only one noted failure. It's presented as a user-friendly option for concealed carry and general shooting.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson M&P 380 Shield EZ is praised for its smooth and comfortable shooting experience, making it pleasant to handle. It demonstrated remarkable reliability by cycling a wide variety of ammunition, from 102-grain to 50-grain, with only a single failure reported during testing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Impressions
  2. 00:44Firearm Handling & Safety Check
  3. 01:18Ammunition Testing - Heaviest to Lightest
  4. 02:26Ammunition Test Results - Fiocchi 95gr FMJ
  5. 02:32Ammunition Test Results - PMC Starfire 95gr HP
  6. 02:42Ammunition Test Results - Blazer 95gr Aluminum
  7. 02:51Ammunition Test Results - PPU 94gr HP
  8. 03:04Ammunition Test Results - Wolf 94gr Steel Case
  9. 03:07Ammunition Test Results - S&B 92gr FMJ
  10. 03:16Ammunition Test Results - Hornady Critical Defense 90gr
  11. 03:41Ammunition Test Results - Colt 80gr Solid Copper HP
  12. 03:49Ammunition Test Results - Liberty 65gr
  13. 04:00Ammunition Test Results - Inceptor RNP 60gr
  14. 04:06Ammunition Test Results - Ruger ARX 56gr
  15. 04:15Ammunition Test Results - Liberty 50gr Civil Defense (Lightest)
  16. 04:27Group Shooting with Fiocchi Ball Ammo
  17. 04:49Conclusion & Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

How reliable is the Smith & Wesson M&P 380 Shield EZ with different types of ammunition?

The S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ demonstrated impressive reliability, successfully cycling a wide variety of ammunition weights, from 102-grain down to 50-grain. Only one failure was noted during extensive testing across numerous bullet profiles and weights.

What are the shooting impressions of the S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ?

Reviewers found the S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ to be a very smooth and comfortable firearm to shoot. It's described as pleasant in the hand, making it an appealing option for extended range sessions or concealed carry.

What is the tested ammunition range for the S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ?

The S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ was tested with a broad spectrum of ammunition, including weights from 102-grain (Remington Ultimate Defense hollow-point) down to 50-grain (Liberty Civil Defense). This extensive testing covered various bullet types and manufacturers.

What is the magazine capacity of the S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ?

The tested magazine for the S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ is an 8-round capacity. The reviewer demonstrated loading a full magazine plus one additional round.

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