Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield
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Smith & Wesson put the power and features of their full-sized M&P line into a slim, lightweight striker-fired pistol that you may just find ideal for everyday carry, the Shield. This is an "easy to conceal" pistol that offers professional grade features, simple operation, and proven, reliable performance. Weighing in at only a bit over 20 ounces (empty), and not quite one inch wide, the Shield is the first-choice for over one million savvy gun owners. Each Shield 9 comes standard with
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Weight
19. oz
Action
Double Action
Caliber
9x19mm Parabellum
Capacity
8+1
Finish
Black Polymer
Gun Type
Semi-Automatic Pistol
Sights
3 Dot
Length
6"
Barrel Length
3.4"
Width
1.1"
Height
4.4"
Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Capacity
Sold with a 7-round flush-fit magazine and a 8-round magazine with an extended floor plate, the S&W M&P 9 Shield features an ammo capacity on-par with other sub-compact 9mm pistols on the market. Aftermarket magazine makers also offer a 10 round magazine.
Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Feature
The Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield is a polymer framed semi automatic 9mm pistol with a standard magazine capacity of 6 and 7 rounds. It is available with and without a thumb safety and has a safety built into the trigger. This gun measures less than one inch wide.
Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Ergonomics
The M&P 9 Shield maintains and scales down most of the ergonomic features of the full-size M&P pistols. Its slide serrations give a very decent grip even if the user has wet or oily hands, the grip texturing adds a very decent amount of grip to the polymer frame without being abrasive on the skin, and the small controls like the safety and slide release are easy to manipulate thanks to the applied texturing. Even with the shorter 7-round magazine inserted, most users can get a whole-hand grip on the gun while the 8-round magazine accommodates just about everybody’s hand.
Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Concealability
The M&P 9 Shield was designed for concealability and it does so very well with the right holster. Measuring 6.1 inches long, 4.3 inches tall, and less than one inch wide, this pistol is easily concealed in any attire.
Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Fit-N-Finish
The M&P 9 Shield is very well made. Free of any machine marks, all contacting surfaces are honed for a smooth action. The trigger has a pull of around 7 pounds and feels quite squishy compared to other popular striker-fired pistols.
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MSRP:
$349.99
Used Price:
$395.99 +1.63%
Sale Price:
$439.99 +12.53%
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