Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 2.0 Tabletop Review

Published on November 7, 2017
Duration: 9:07

The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 2.0 features improved ergonomics with aggressive stippling and front slide serrations. It maintains a pivoting trigger but offers a smoother pull due to a redesigned safety plunger. The firearm includes 7-round flush and 8-round extended magazines, and its construction with steel rails and a captured recoil spring suggests durability for concealed carry and self-defense.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 2.0 improves upon the original with more aggressive grip stippling for better control and front slide serrations for easier press checks. It includes 7-round flush and 8-round extended magazines, and features durable steel rails internally.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Unboxing and Contents
  2. 01:25External Features and Ergonomics
  3. 04:13Field Stripping and Internal Inspection
  4. 06:02Barrel and Chamber Support
  5. 06:49Erika's First Impressions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key external improvements in the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 2.0?

The Shield 2.0 features new front slide serrations for easier manipulation and a more aggressive stippling pattern on the grip for enhanced traction. It also includes a loaded chamber indicator and maintains the pivoting trigger design.

How is the M&P Shield 2.0 field stripped?

Field stripping involves locking the slide back, rotating the takedown lever, and then pulling the trigger or using the internal yellow sear deactivation lever. The frame has long steel rails for durability.

What ammunition was used to test the chamber support on the Shield 2.0?

The reviewer tested chamber support using Nosler Match Grade 9mm ammunition. The visual inspection showed adequate casing coverage, indicating reliable extraction without risking case rupture.

What are the included magazine capacities for the M&P Shield 2.0?

The Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 2.0 comes with two magazines: a 7-round flush-fitting magazine and an 8-round extended magazine, providing options for different carry preferences.

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