Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield
GunCritic Score
83%
Critic Rating
15 Reviews
94%
User Rating
176 Reviews
MSRP:$449.99
Used Price:
$395.99+1.63%
Sale Price:
$439.99
Ballistic Stats
Average Fps
1180 fps
Average Energy
357 ft-lbf
Recoil
0.65 N
Ballistic Coefficient
0.15
Sectional Density
0.13 lb/in²
Average Gr
147 gr
Pwdr Chrg Wght
6 gr
Range
50 yd
Muzzle Velocity
1150 fps
Muzzle Energy
490 J
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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two magazines; one 7-round flush-mount, and an extended 8-round. The frame is matte-black polymer, and the slide is Armornite-coated stainless steel. This particular model comes with a manual thumb safety. Legendary Smith & Wesson quality, at a price point often associated with "budget" guns, the Shield is the personal defense option you've been looking for. *Also available in 380 ACP, 40 SW, and 45 ACP, there's a Shield for every need, and every shooter. Specifications: Weight: 19 oz. # of Mags: 2 Overall Length: 6.1"Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield For Sale
Technical Data
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.
GunCritic Score
MSRP:
$449.99
Used Price:
$395.99 +1.63%
Sale Price:
$439.99
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Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Specifications
Category
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"
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