Went to the gun shop yesterday to look around. I did not get to shoot at the range while there it was so crowded. I did check out the m&p9c and the shield. Just holding the two I can already say I liked the 9c better. I did get to shoot my friends m&p .45 outdoors yesterday and liked that. It was full size and no more shooting than I've done, was easier to shoot than I thought it might be. Thanks.