I Stopped Carrying The Shield Plus & Here's Why!

This guide details how to improve firearm accuracy using dry fire techniques, as demonstrated by John G. Johnson. It emphasizes the use of an HTS Dry-Fire Bullet Insert to prevent slide lock during practice. The training covers proper trigger press, addressing flinches, and differentiating between a pull and a press, ultimately building confidence and accuracy.

This expert guide details a test to determine the precision of shooting through a vehicle windshield. It covers the methodology for testing both hollow point and FMJ ammunition, highlighting the significant deflection observed with hollow points and the improved accuracy with FMJ rounds. The instruction emphasizes safe firearm handling and awareness of potential hazards like glass dust.

This guide, based on instruction from professional firearms instructor John G. Johnson, details how to correct common pistol grip errors to improve accuracy by up to 90%. It emphasizes the 'two thumbs forward' grip, proper hand placement, and consistent pressure to manage recoil and achieve faster sight recovery. The techniques are demonstrated using a Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus and illustrated with slow-motion and live-fire examples.

This guide, presented by 1st Shot Tactical, details how to prevent dangerous bullet setback in concealed carry firearms. Repeated chambering can cause the bullet to be pushed deeper into the casing, increasing pressure. The technique involves manually inserting a round behind the extractor and slowly releasing the slide to bypass the feed ramp, ensuring safe operation and reliability for your EDC firearm.

This video demonstrates a technique for maximizing handgun magazine capacity, often referred to as the '+1' method. The instructor from 1st Shot Tactical explains how to achieve an 11-round capacity in a 10-round magazine by chambering one round and then adding an extra round to the magazine before re-inserting it. This technique is useful for concealed carry and self-defense scenarios where maximum ammunition is desired.

This video features an expert-level analysis of whether single-stack handguns are obsolete, presented by James Reeves. A timed accuracy drill was conducted at St. Bernard Indoor Shooting Center with ten shooters of varying backgrounds, comparing the Smith & Wesson Shield, Shield Plus, and M&P 2.0 Subcompact. The Shield Plus demonstrated superior performance in both objective scoring and subjective shooter preference for concealed carry.

This ASMR video provides a unique auditory experience of various firearms, including an AK-style 9mm pistol, M1 Garand, Smith & Wesson M&P 12, Glock 19, and IWI Tavor X95. The focus is on the mechanical sounds of operation, such as bolt cycling, magazine insertion, and clip ejection, offering a high-authority demonstration of firearm handling without verbal instruction.

This video, presented by firearms reviewer Hegshot87, offers a rapid-fire comparison of several handguns considered by the presenter to be superior to the Glock 19. It highlights key features like optics readiness, capacity, trigger quality, and specialized components across models from FN, Sig Sauer, Walther, CZ, and Smith & Wesson. The presenter's expertise is evident in his detailed feature assessments and comparisons.

Hegshot87, an experienced firearms reviewer, provides practical advice on selecting a first handgun. He emphasizes reliability, proper fit, and manageable recoil, recommending the Sig Sauer P320 for its modularity and the Glock 19 for its all-around performance. He cautions beginners against overly compact pistols that can induce flinching and highlights the importance of aftermarket support and trigger quality.

This guide details how to diagnose and address a critical trigger reset malfunction where a firearm fires upon trigger release. It emphasizes careful inspection of internal components, particularly aftermarket parts like the Ghost Inc. Angel 3.0 connector, and stresses the importance of function checks and safe live-fire verification. The information is presented with a cautionary tone, reflecting the expertise of the instructor in identifying potential safety hazards with modified firearms.