Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm Vs 45 ACP Why I chose the Big Dog

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@ericpewpew_rn5294 4 года назад

My .45 Shield is machined the same way internally. The .45 shield is a great gun.

@thomaspalmer7900 Год назад

The .45 Shield is a masterpiece!!!!👍👍

@jackburnett2810 4 года назад

I got shot 6 times with a 9mm from across a dining table (by a nut that said I was the devil). Even though one went into my chest under my left arm and exited my right nipple, I got up and walked down 4 flights of stairs and waited on the ambulance. No vital organs or major arteries hit but although my left arm was shattered above the elbow and my pelvic bone got a hole punched through it, I stayed that night, the next day and walked out of the hospital the next night. This is why I only carry a .45 and keep it loaded with Hornady 230g +P XTP. Nobodys walking away.

@fallenpastabean804 4 года назад

Do you think it would have made a difference if he shot you with a hollowpoint?

@Kotzabaldiris 4 года назад

Your lucky your alive. Sorry brother. I’m sorry it happened. What happened to the nut job who shot you? Hopefully he’s doing life 6 ft under.

@LBGridlock 4 года назад

@Airplanetyson 3 года назад

Then read this www.police1.com/officer-shootings/articles/why-one-cop-carries-145-rounds-of-ammo-on-the-job-clGBbLYpnqqHxwMq/

@HalfCrazy520 3 года назад

Apparently, it's hard to kill the devil... Sorry that happened to you.

@stephenkidder8876 Год назад

I own the Shield Plus 9mm, and just bought the Shield .45, and took it out to the range for the first time this afternoon. Another member of the Conservation club where I shoot was sighting in his 300 Winmag, and was letting his barrel cool off as I fired the .45 for the very first time, and watched me put the first six rounds through a two inch bullseye at 21 feet...we were both impressed! Awesome little tool that would definitely get somebody off of you! It's a keeper!

@brucecook502 6 месяцев назад

I Got a Brand new 45 Shield a month ago and I also noticed those serration looking things under my slide as well and did kind of concern me at first, but I have not experienced any problems at all since I started using it, so I'm not worried about it. I'm a little more than two boxes into this 45 Shield and not a single problem so far. I love it:-)

@hugostiglitz9864 Год назад

So many positive reviews for the Shield 45. I really didn't need another carry 45 but bought one anyway. The reviews were spot on. Slim little pistol that shoots like a double stack. Really accurate and comfortable to shoot.

@TonyHogan 4 года назад

I checked mine, and yes, it comes with those markings.

@lukenydam3772 4 года назад

I got the M&P performance center 2.0 in .45, carry it everyday.

@twotrackjack5202 4 года назад

I have the same tool markings in my 45 shield, and it runs like a champ. I have put probably around 1000 rounds through it without a hiccup. They are really nice EDC pistols. Congrats on your purchase!

@michaelshea5622 4 года назад

I have had a 45 Shield for about 4 years and love it. Easy to carry and the accuracy really blew me away. Easy shooter and when you add the Arachnigrip Slide Spider it's perfect.

@ArmedCivilian556 4 года назад

I carry my S&W shield 45acp every day love it, extra mag

@scoota3289 3 года назад

Me too💪🏾

@2krazykk448 3 года назад

What type MM does the 45acp take?

@82lowe36id 3 года назад

With all the new small carry guns out now, I still stick with the M&P Shield. I gave the P365 a try for a year right when they came out. Went back to my Gen 1 Shield 9 that has served me trouble free for many years. I have since added an M2.0 9mm Shield and a 45 Shield to my stable.

@NEPAGUNTALK 4 года назад

I've been carrying the Shield 9mm as my EDC for 3 or 4 years now in a Crossbreed mini-tuck and love it !!! Have had ZERO issues.

@gsb5w291 4 года назад

When these go on deep discounts from Smith this summer I might purchase the shield in 45. I noticed there seemed to be more 45 ammo than 9mm during this latest crisis.

@alonzo8214 4 года назад

My carry also (Shield 9mm). Got a safe full of glocks that are collecting dust. The shield grip angle turned me from a good shot into a great shot. "Got my own range ". It's probably just my wrist structure but man what an improvement. I switched over completely in all sizes. Btw I can't tell much recoil different between 9 vs 45.

@joetrimble7953 4 года назад

I am the proud new owner of the M&P Shield 45 ACP. I love that it is a great conceal carry.

@dinergal56 4 года назад

When I decided to carry I went with a Shield 9mm 1.0 because it had a safety . That was my comfort zone and no other small pistol offered that . While the Glock 43 might be more popular , without a manual safety I was not comfortable with that . I usually only carry if I have to go out at night or being in a area that is possibly dangerous . You can get tons of mag extension for the Shield . I have also left mine completely stock .

@jivadaya6439 4 года назад

Just when I had decided to get a 9mm Shield, I had to go and watch this... dang bro

@thomaspalmer7900 Год назад

I own & carry my Shield .45 & it’s fantastic!!! The stippling on the handle kept rubbing my side during carry. I decided to put a rubber Hogue grip on my Shield & man absolutely love it!!! A lot better recoil a lot better control!! Highly recommended!!!!👍👍

@tim18wheels76 4 года назад

Yes, the Shield is an excellent conceal piece for a man or woman. Most women will be more comfortable with the 9 mms. As common as Shields are, it is not hard to find one to try at the range or have a wide selection of aftermarket parts. I would add that the slight size difference might impact printing depending on your frame and carry method. The 40 S&W Shield has the same capacity as the 45 ACP and uses the same frame as 9 mms. The 40 S&W also uses most of the same aftermarket parts as the 9 mms. Lastly you can get aftermarket barrels for the 40 to convert to 357 Sig and 9 mms.

@charlesbull6463 6 месяцев назад

Love the .45 Shield. V. 9mm.....I don't really care. But the .45 fits my hand better. Love them both. Great tools for EDC self-defense

@rayhanes1347 4 года назад

Just picked up a 2.0 45 and this thing is slim, taller and sexier than my 2.0 9mm compact.

@JacksonWalter735 3 года назад

Nice. I'm hoping to get a Shield in 45 as well once I get my AARP card.

@The02seta 4 года назад

I checked my 45 shield noting the same tool marks. Never an issue. I have had it over a year now without any issues. I see it as a means to ensure the next round pulled to the rear when cycling. My first was the 40 s&w carried several years. Soon having the EZ-9mm Shield will complete my collection.

@thomasdamiano8260 4 года назад

I agree on the factory trigger comment, also a 9mm guy but will consider looking at a 45 after watching. 👍🏾

@pissywilly 4 года назад

Just picked up the performance centre 45 shield with fiber optic sights brand new for $399. Cant wait to get hold of it

@TGCid01 4 года назад

Been looking for one. Where did you purchase?

@pissywilly 4 года назад

@@TGCid01 smokey mountain guns + ammo

@TransformersHoarder 3 года назад

@@pissywilly that’s where I got mine 10 months ago too. Picked up the same PC 3.3” M&P45 Shield but with the night sights for a steal at $450

@pissywilly 3 года назад

@@TransformersHoarder nice catch 👌!

@haVocHWC3 2 года назад

I've had the Shield in 45 for about 5 years now and am always surprised how well I can shoot it. I rotate it with a few other pistols and as far as my carry guns go I still think I can shoot it more accurately than the others. Something about the setup is just really comfortable.

@gruges2068 2 года назад

I totally agree…not sure why that is but I shoot my shield 45 more accurately than a Glock19

@haVocHWC3 2 года назад

@@gruges2068 I can't quite figure it out myself. Something about the Shields trigger or ergonomics that just works better in my hands maybe.

@Tex_I_Can 4 года назад

My primary carry, for a long time, was the Shield. Once I picked up the 3.0 Compact it took the Shield's place. I tried out the Gen 5 G19 and a CZ P07, but one I was able to try to M&P compact the decision was made.

@howardbyrd564 4 года назад

I have the 45 carry it everyday. Trust it and i love it. Great review.

@achillesiq491 4 года назад

Your Smith & Wesson Shield 45 is actually a 2.0 version you can tell if you look at the later model with the 2.0 stamped on the slide like mine. In the beginning they didn't put the 2.0 stamp on the 45 ACP slide. And yes it's normal to have those tool marks. It's one of my favorite pistols.

@looselatigo 4 года назад

I like the Shield line, and have both a 9 and a .45(no tools marks), but then I also like the older 39 series. Along that line I also have a Model 457. All are good pistols.

@unclecracker5010 4 года назад

I have both the SHIELD 9mm and 45 acp. I love both. Even know the dimensions are just about equal for some reason the 45acp feels better in my hands. Love shooting it. Less recoil than the 9mm. Bigger bang due to bigger cartridge. But all in all. I live the M&P LINE. Looking into the 686 5" barrel next. Be safe and keep em loaded!!!!!!

@nitewatchman1576 2 года назад

I have all the M&P line the 9mm the .40cal and the .45 and I just bought the Shield Plus. Love them all, but the Sheild Plus is 13+ one and that is awesome. Gret trigger too.

@gaylawallingford7078 4 года назад

I have the same 45 got it last october and I love it!!! Love my old 9 but love my 45 better

@bunjicarlin1 4 года назад

I never ever noticed the ridges until this video...thanks buddy👍

@marzcapone9939 4 года назад

Those tool marks will cost you your life buddy, you best just send it to me, I'll take the risk by carrying it myself. Yeah, you're welcome bro!

@bunjicarlin1 4 года назад

😱🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@MrSwitchblade327 4 года назад

👍👍👍

@djhogan9399 8 месяцев назад

The S&W Shield 45 Auto is an awesome carry gun!

@bggypaul 3 года назад

It’s it’s just a bigger cartridge and the spring tension from the magazine has worn some of the armonite finish off of it as such. Appreciate the video! You can file down the slide release on 2.0 45 and it will then go back into combat mode when you press the slide release Instead of re-rhacking it. Use a flat bastard file as hard as you can up on the edges on the slide release. 😎✌️

@rickc680 4 года назад

My 45 shield has the same Marks on it

@barrykennedy9947 3 года назад

Just something to help hold a dab of oil or grease. No problem.

@scarpia519 3 года назад

For anyone out there considering a shield of any caliber or version (1 or 2), the Hyve Technologies "Monarch" trigger works really well in these guns. Apex triggers seem to get all the attention but I never could get one to work properly in my S&W M&P Compact 9mm (V1). I gave up on both the Apex trigger and the gun. I used it as a trade-in on a M&P 45 Compact (V2). Anyhow, I finally installed the Monarch triggers on my Shield, 9, 40, and 45 and swear by them. They have a shorter and smooth pull with a crisp break as compared to the articulated stock trigger, highly recommended. Lastly, like the reviewer said, the 45 is super accurate. There's something about the Shields that I not only carry them but enjoy shooting them at my range.

@sevensinsvelocityshop7563 4 года назад

I just picked up a M&P Shield 45 2.0, I love it

@tootall4646 4 месяца назад

I have an M&P Shield 2.0 Performance Center in 45. Love it! Trigger is much nicer than a standard Glock 5th gen and still probably better than the upgraded trigger I put in my Glock 45 9mm. The PC model has porting and probably trigger work. Got a good deal on it at $439.

@828enigma6 4 года назад

I carry a Sig 365 in warmer weather for ease of concealment. Cold weather a Glock 23 in 40 Smith. Also a Colt Defender in 45 ACP, but not as often.

@michaelcolman88 4 года назад

The cut out is normal I have owned a shield 45 since new still my favorite carry gun and mine looks exactly the same with the cut out under the slide

@jessejames5942 4 года назад

@ kotaboy 32 I love all my m&ps too and the sheild was my go to gun too until recently I was turned on to a Canik compact TP9 it comes with 12+1 and a 15 rnd mag also the trigger is just amazing plus the back straps are interchangeable ya really have to put it in the hands to appreciate it oh it also comes in a cple awesome colors like burnt bronze and dessert I was a die hard m&p fan until I put that Canik in my hands I bought 2 of the full size which they come with 18+1 mags and the compact tp9 and the prices are a real treat too at only $349.99

@oceaniceos 3 года назад

I bought my 45 shield new and had lots of problems with reliability. It also has the same scallop machine marks. With use the gun SLOWLY got to be more reliable. Then I cleaned all the lube off it, cleaned the machined marks with alcohol. That broke it in in one box of ammo.

@Guns_and_Outdoors_Channel 4 года назад

Ok I’ll be that guy, Here goes.. “You don't need more than 8 rounds when you're shooting with God's caliber (.45 ACP)." and ya have a spare magazine just in case you do.. 😀

@ashleymiller8059 4 года назад

my .45 shield has the same thing under the slide

@exothermal.sprocket 4 года назад

@King Savage In that case, you've gotta figure out where those 5 or 6 missed shots went.

@gymreaper1728 4 года назад

Not true plenty of stories of criminals being hit with .45 & still attacking man lose that gods caliber talk it’s all about shot placement no matter what caliber you carry.

@willyjankins 4 года назад

@@gymreaper1728 placement + caliber = less ammo

@Airplanetyson 3 года назад

Then read this www.police1.com/officer-shootings/articles/why-one-cop-carries-145-rounds-of-ammo-on-the-job-clGBbLYpnqqHxwMq/

@garyh7949 4 года назад

I have the Shield 9 and the Shield 45 also. Those tool marks on the 45 are normal and intentional and you shouldn't try to polish them out. I have about 1567 rounds through my 45 with no failures. I did have to replace the RSA after my first range trip. It fell apart when I field stripped it for cleaning. Even then it didn't fte or ftf while I was at the range. My Shield 9mm, version 1.0, had a 6½ lb. trigger from the factory. I installed an Apex sear and that brought it down to 4½ lbs. The 45 had a 4½ lb. trigger right out of the box. I love both those pistols, but carry the 9mm more often.

@protectiverailroaddad7541 4 года назад

Picked up a brand new M&p shield 45 with crimson trace laser guard for $329+tax about 3 weeks ago. I just seen the same deal for $299 online. The ct lasers go for $300 by themselves so this is a heck of a deal. Yes, those ridges are standard with the 45 shield. I’m thinking it does something with keeping reliable feeding of the magazine

@Hunter-eh4pz 4 года назад

I've never had a problem with my scallops. 45 shield is one of my favs, and it refuses to hiccup. They do like a nice break in

@reidselby2569 4 года назад

I used the 9mm shield in a handgun safety class. I thought it was a little small for my hand. Looks like the .45 would be a good fit.

@WinchesterSuperX1 2 года назад

Do NOT remove the scallops. They are there for a reason, to address reliability by increasing drag on the slide as it goes rearward and prevent the slide from outrunning the magazine. The 45 has several features the 9 does not found on the magazine, the slide and the frame to ensure reliable feeding. See if you can figure out just what they are.

@tylerbone4329 4 года назад

My Shield .45 also came with those markings. I think it may just be something to do with the .45

@2wheeleddemon999 4 года назад

I've been thinking about starting to carry my 45 since I got a couple 100 round boxes of Remington green and white box JHP's for $25 a box. My G2C loves the 9mm.

@mattg9098 4 года назад

I love the shield but the Walther pps m2 fits in your hand even better.

@jim1528 4 дня назад

Very good video! My new 45 will be coming home Tuesday afternoon.

@RickJamesGhostGuns 4 года назад

I'm a fan of Apex but their trigger for the shield has a flaw. If your finger is too high up on the trigger, it won't disengage the trigger safety. In a stressful Situation, this flaw can be fatal.

@michaelschaffer5984 3 года назад

I have owned several Shields. All were great guns. 9 and 45. Have a Plus now and an older 9 and 45. Love em all. Smith and Wesson made em great.

@airborneivan 4 года назад

I've carried the shield in 9mm for the last 5 years. It's one of my favorite carry guns. I want the 2.0. I love the grip texture. I have the full-size 2.0 and it's my go-to when training and what not.

@glock23fan50 4 года назад

I hear ya bro..I should change my name M&P Kidd lol. Love them more than my glock.. But good news Palmetto State Armory has the 2.0 shield without thumb safety on Sale (299.99) hell ya!!!

@airborneivan 4 года назад

@@glock23fan50 I know. I wish I could pick up another one right now but I've got a lot to save for like a the PSA Dagger (Glock gen 3 clone), PSA JAKL, PSA5 and my dream gun LWRC SMG45. Plus my projects.

@Twins22R 4 года назад

@@glock23fan50 Next thing you know you'll be changing your name to P365.

@glock23fan50 4 года назад

@@Twins22R Don't temp me they are Sweet shooters. Just require more money 💰 to feed your Addiction.... Thanks

@chemusvandergeek1209 4 года назад

"But 9mm is just as good as .45!" 9mm ammo is cheaper tho... And quite effective on man sized targets.

@code_red7744 4 года назад

Well this comment didn’t age well... 9mm is the same if not more than 45 during the COVID Plandemic

@chemusvandergeek1209 4 года назад

@@code_red7744 True enough. Shows the effect of increased demand vs limited supply. 9mm being the most common handgun cartridge coupled with both increased arms sales and increased ammo purchasing, both largely due to uncertainty and prepping for unrest, cause a lot of this switch.

@escapetherace1943 3 года назад

@@code_red7744 honestly 45 is harder to get than 9mm this whole last year. I've reliably found both though

@phatroe 4 года назад

Well there's an old saying "Carry Heavy Or Don't Carry at all" so you're fine with the 45ACP caliber, i myself carry a Glock 29 (10mm) and a Glock 30 (45ACP) so welcome to the family of the big dogs 🇺🇸👍

@tomchristian9722 3 года назад

A friend of mine told me I need to go big or go home caliber wise. Bought a Shield 45 and I ain’t goin back. I love it!!!

@J.R.F.23 4 года назад

I really like both guns and have shot both extensively. My second shot is always better in the nine along with my group in general. With that in mind I carry the 9mm version.

@timaebig2010 4 года назад

That's why I went to the G29 from G19, almost the same size, just rather carry a 10mm right now, more power.

@jpb1231000 3 года назад

Love my Ruger LC9S with Hogue grip!!! Love to see a size comp between the Shield 45 and LC9S!!! That 45 is tempting but I shoot my Ruger so well!! 230 grains vs 147??? Love them big old holes!!! That's why the 45 has me salivatin'!!!

@chrisokeeffe7624 4 года назад

Caliber is not important shooter skill is. Which one do you shoot better? Which one is most comfrtable to carry. That is the one to carry.

@calvinwayneweir2007 4 года назад

I am no expert but every 45 acp I have ever seen has those. Glad to see someone appreciate the 45 Ooh-Rah

@michaelschaffer5984 3 года назад

My 45 Shield has that rough texture under the slide too. Don't know why that is. The gun works great. Fits my hand good. I like my Shield 9 a lot. Added Pearce +2 extensions now 9+1 and 10+1. Best single stack 9 out there. Maybe I like the 45 a little more. Maybe not. Hard to say. Good video man.

@lukenydam3772 4 года назад

I have it too. No jams no malfunctions.

@skipfreeman3465 2 года назад

I have the same ridges inside my 45 shield functions perfectly

@TerrySprey 3 года назад

I carry my Shield 45 ACP also for the same reason, stopping power I'm not concerned about how many rounds a gun holds I practice to make the ones I have count. I have sold a Kimber, Glock 43X and Sig Sauer P938 and only carry this bad boy. A doctor told me that works in the ER who has seen many gun shot wounds a 45 dose massive damage compared to 9MM

@johncrone3612 3 года назад

I’m wanting a .45 shield to round out the shield family. One thing I’m going to try is some talon grips, as the grips on the 9 and 40 feel very thin in the hand.

@angrybiker1 4 года назад

Hk VP9SK fit in your hand like a glove!

@scpd613 4 года назад

Shot placement is what its all about. Great looking pistols.

@BubbaBlackmon 4 года назад

I love the shield . I have the 9mm , the .40 , and the .45. The thing that surprised me most is I prefer the.40 cal. Previously, I had been a 9mm guy my whole life.I shoot all of them as well as much larger guns. As Paul Harrell says "it just fits my hand better".

@BLACKPANTHERFIGHTER 3 года назад

how much more recoil do you feel out of a 40. compared to a 9mm , if I may ask ?

@scarpia519 2 года назад

@@BLACKPANTHERFIGHTER I have the Shields in 9mm, 40 S&W and 45ACP. The recoil of the 40 S&W is, of course, greater than in 9m; however, it is totally manageable. I have no issue carrying or shooting the Shield 40.

@mikeromero3077 4 года назад

I'm currently looking for a more concealable carry pistol than my current G19 and Sig 1911 that I carry daily. Love my Sig in 45 ACP so this has peaked my interest. Thanks for the Vid.

@ScoutSniper3124 4 года назад

My nephew once told me I should get rid of my 1911A1 .45 (at the time my CCW choice) and go with a high capacity 9mm. My reply "If I hit someone with 7 rounds of .45 and they're still coming at me... I'll hand them the gun and apologize" :-)

@Fafafohi 4 года назад

I own the .45. I love it. It shoots great. It’s my EDC. Why am I watching this video for the fourth time? Lol

@stever4651 4 года назад

Im a fan of 45ACP as well👍🇺🇸.....Stay safe.....Steve from Illinois 👍🇺🇸

@brandonhalliday2029 4 года назад

If only 2 choices the 45 a little more recoil yet with adrenaline compensator you won't notice.

@mscisland 3 года назад

So what’s wrong with the m&p shield 40?

@wemcal 4 года назад

Great video, grip feel does matter.. nothing wrong with a bigger bullet... those rough marks MAY need to be addressed, if the gun is cycling fine I wouldn’t worry too much

@68Lima 4 года назад

Nice video. If things were normal in 2020 I wouldn't even bother with any of these old single stacks anymore even though I've purchased a few in the past. Still nice carry options if you already own one but they are obsolete with options like Glock 43x + shield arms mag, hellcat, P365, and P365xl. There's really no point anymore especially when buying something new in 2020. I think if we are all being serious for a moment we all know there's no "appreciable" difference between 9, 40, & 45 from a terminal ballistics standpoint. However at this moment in 2020, it is getting much harder to find practice 9mm ammo and at decent prices. For the first time I'm considering adding a carry gun of another caliber other than 9mm for this reason. Shield 40 and 45 looking like some nice backup options!

@merkinmuffley5444 4 года назад

Love the Shield 9mm. BUT, it would be much improved if they squared off the grip in the back to help absorb recoil better. Not wider. Just much less taper.

@windstarpro 4 года назад

Mine has the marks too. Shield 2.0 45. Shoot 50 rds once a week for the last 3 months Ive had it, not a single problem.

@aaronwilcox6417 Год назад

Use the Shield 40, Shield 45, and Sig P938. They're my small compact carry pistols and I don't see me needing anything new in the future.

@larrymcclure3842 3 года назад

Like you I have both the 9 and the 45. I EDC the 45.

@dimensionalencounter3689 4 года назад

I polished that spot on my slide and it remedied the issue

@kevinkeener3216 2 года назад

I carry a max 9. I just picked up a .45 shield yesterday.

@pluto1jack 4 года назад

Understand U Kotaboy. give me the Biggum too, I believe with all things considered, the best knockdown power, minus 1 less round.......

@ssswdon 4 года назад

The 40 cal 3.6 rocks and feels so good and a 2.0 trigger

@zacharybrink5088 Год назад

My .45 shield has those tool marks as well . I wondered the same thing .

@troy9er 4 года назад

The grip of the 45 seems to fit my hand better. I don’t have that big of hands, just saying it fits me better. Plus I have always liked my 1911 45APC, it’s just too big and heavy to carry. Although the new RIC is interesting. 10 round double stack is very interesting also. If you haven’t seen it check it out!!

@michaelschaffer5984 3 года назад

Oh forgot to mention Pearce makes a little finger extension for the 6 round mag that increased control just a bit over the flat 6 round base. Hyve makes a +1 for the 7 rounder. Great little 45. My favorite 45 by far.

@jarin12ga 4 года назад

I like the 9mm .But the 45acp shield is my choice for carring!!!

@ckim6400 4 года назад

I would lightly polish that rail. That rail rides on the trigger sear as it recoils back. It's not an issue as much as a pet pieve. It is still safe and will not cause an accidental discharge. My pet pieve is when the trigger bar feels gritty getting to the wall. I just polish the rough edge out and the gritty feeling is gone. It's caused by a rough trigger bar pushing up on the striker safety plunger.

@sean6077 4 года назад

regarding the ridges...i would think that with more and more firing, they should go away (be worn down). my sa 1911 has a small engraving in the same place on the slide. when i first cycled it by hand, i felt it. i disassembled it to see what it was and that's when i discovered it. but with more and more rounds through it, it has worn down to where it's hardly noticeable, anymore. and i know that with even more rounds, it will eventually wear down enough to where it won't be noticeable at all. and i need to add a shield to my collection. i've only shot one once, but i remember it being very easy to shoot and i liked the feel of it.

@guerom1367 4 года назад

I didn't like the way the grip felt in my hand at first cuz the sides r slimmer than the front to back but its grown on me. Very accurate reliable and always on me 24/7

@bunjicarlin1 4 года назад

I have both also and I made the same decision...both guns are unbelievable great PPF's but I switched to carrying my .45 as my EDC...

@joehelvey5794 2 года назад

The shield Plus is the exact same size and carries a whole lot more ammo. These 2 compared to each other the .45 is just more gun. I’d say as far as the inside I don’t think you have anything to worry about. I did inspect mine and it appears pretty smooth to me. It couldn’t hurt to send Smith & Wesson an e-mail with a pic describing your concern.

@rodofsteel6662 2 месяца назад

First timer and I chose the 40 2.0 I’m sure I’ll get used to it, I chose it after watching months of different pistol videos, I thought I’d pay $600 man it was half that can’t beat it.

@timhoyer8049 4 года назад

Hellcat. I changed from my shield. But I understand your stance on SA.

@Twins22R 4 года назад

You asked me so here you go. The caliber makes no difference. They are both good...for a semi auto handgun. The stippling on the 45 has a nice grip to it and is available on the 9mm 2.0. If I carried 45acp, I would run FMJ after seeing a chest x-ray where a hollow point 45 barely made it through the sternum and stopped 1/4 inch from the heart. The patient survived. I would go with the 9mm for the one extra round and the smaller package but these are slight advantages. I conceal a Glock 19 and when my holster arrives, I'll start concealing my Walther Q5 Match so size isn't that much of an issue with me. I'm 6'2" 225 pounds. I like the Shield a lot. My wife had a Beretta Nano that was having a lot of issues so we sold it and now she carries the Glock 43. Before she settled on the 43, we did a side by side by side comparison of the 43, Shield and Ruger LC9S Pro. I wanted to like the Ruger but I loved the M&P Shield for the trigger and a nicer felt recoil over the Ruger. To me the Glock was the second best but my wife was so used to my Glock 19 that she was most comfortable on that trigger.