I have been lurking around on here for a little over a year now, silently. I figure now is probably the best time to speak up. I held the shield for the first time at my LGS, last week. Instantly fell in love and am thinking of selling my Beretta Nano to get it in 9MM.

Convince me. Let me hear your stories, pro's/con's and how many round you have through it.

I've shot my brothers 9mm Nano and the shield tops it in feel, magazine capacity (1 more round) and trigger pull. I'd say do it. He's considering it after shooting mine.

Had mine in 9mm for over 1 year, no idea how many rounds i have fed it but I do know I have not had a single hiccup.

__________________
Retired Marine Gunny

Welcome to the forum, and congratulation on the Shield.

The Shield has replaced my beloved J-frames, as my EDC. Although it is a little heavier than the Airweights, it prints even less. I can shoot so much more accurately, with the Shield. I now own two Shield9's, and both have functioned perfectly. The only FTL problems I have had, were my fault, due to not loading the first round properly. Once I got used to sling-shoting the slide, I haven't had any problems.

I bought one around a month ago. I've put 200 rounds through it and despite the ammo being lets say cheap, it hasn't had one failure. I stuck some Talon stickys on it and it feels pretty nice in my hand.
I need to shoot it a lot more but I seem to be able to shoot it well already. I just picked up a Cross Breed Super Tuck and I can carry it under an untucked Tee shirt pretty easily and you wouldn't notice it unless you knew to look for it. After a few more hundred rounds it may replace my 442 as my ccw during warm weather at least part of the time. In my opinion you can't go wrong with the Shield in either caliber.
Len

__________________
Endeavor to persevere

Got my 9mm last April, I love it. I say the Shield.

__________________
John 3:16, Carry Everyday!

I was at my local dealer about a year ago when he unpacked a 9mm Shield from his daily shipment. A guy in front of me had it in his hands looking it over and made the mistake of setting it down and saying he would "think about it". I picked it up, took one look and told them "tag it and bag it, it's mine". I have never regretted the decision for a moment. It is my CCW and is a joy both to shoot and carry. Thank you Smith for making this!

Got mine in .40 yesterday. Same size as my Walther PPK/S in .380 and more comfortable to carry.
Rob

Welcome aboard Atticaz. I now have approximately 3200 rds. through my Shield 9. An initial thorough cleaning, and dry firing before my first date, has led to no problems in firing. I shoot mostly Blazer brass at the range, along with some Win. white box. My only complaint would be the sight dot falling out. Be advised though, you'll be hooked.

__________________
Bob

I'm curious as to why you own two Shield9's? I can see owning one 9 & one 40.

Anyway, to each his own.

__________________
Shield40&9C w/ApexDCAEK/TFO's

I have no regrets w/my Shield 40 but its a snappy little devil. It's my smallest .40S&W out of my others; Stoeger Cougar, Walther PPQ w/PMR (the best new out of box trigger in the firearms market, IMO), XD40sc, and Charter Arms Pitbull .40S&W revolver that kicks like the devil's mule.

__________________
Shield40&9C w/ApexDCAEK/TFO's

I had an interesting conversation with one of the employees at a LGS thats been in business, same location, for over 50 years. I happen to ask him about the Beretta Nano, which he mentioned more than a few customers have complained about needing to send it back for various malfxn's. I did see a NIB Nano they had for sale. However, he said no complaints on the Shield. In fact, they have a hard time keeping a Shield in the inventory because soon as one is placed in the showcase it seems like its already gone, lol.

To me it's a no-brainer but only you can decide. Besides, I can't see someone on a Smith & Wesson Forum telling you the Nano is better

__________________
Shield40&9C w/ApexDCAEK/TFO's

I carry every day. When a dot falls off the sights, I can switch guns until I get a chance to repaint the sight. My first Shield was missing the yellow take down lever, and I didn't what to send it in, and be without a Shield. If I want to replace sights, or get action work, I still have a Shied for EDC. Plus, I now have four 8 round mags, two 7 round mags, and plenty of ammo, for both Shields.

Okay, fair enough. Another question, are these your only two S/A handguns?

__________________
Shield40&9C w/ApexDCAEK/TFO's

The reason I need convincing is because I love my Nano. But the Shield has its hooks in me. My Nano is one of the first off the production line and has Zero failures in 750 rounds. Plus I had it NP3 Plus coated and a stainless guide rod installed. After feeling the Shield I fell in love because I am a smaller guy and can actually get a full grip, with the flush fit mag in it. I also like the takedown versus the Nano, the safety versus the striker deactivator. The Nano feels like a block after holding the shield, though. I am so torn. The only way, right now to buy a Shield is to sell the Nano though.

Tell me if you'd have a hard time parting with this.

I kept my PF-9 for several months after buying my Shield. Once I decided to sell the PF-9 I haven't missed it. You might have similar results.

__________________
Greg

Atticaz

Welcome friend S&W forum will benefit from your expertise.

You already know how I feel owning both a Nano and Shield 9 mm from the 500+ posts on the Italian gun forum.

I look forward to reading your future posts on the S&W forum.

Russ

P.S. I shoot straight and don't sugar coat. You will want to budget for night sights for the Shield. Stock sights are not the highest quality. White dot for some have fallen off. I am into my Shield $449 + $130 XS Big Dot night sights.

I two have two Shields in 9. (So the wife don't take mine). I have always been a little partial to Smiths but would in no way own it just for the name. But they are great guns. I had a 3913 for years and on a brain fart sold it and regreated it ever since. Never really found one for the price I wanted to give. I have been holding off for better then a year on the Shield cus I have never held one. Wanted to feel one before I bought it. Then I found a real good deal in Feb on the net so I ordered two. The only drawback if there is one is the safety. Now to clarify that I asked if there was a safty and the shop said no. When I opened the box I saw it had a safty but after holding it for just a few seconds I realised I would either adapt or carry safty off. After putting a few hundred rounds thru it to make sure no hic-cups I find myself always with safty on. It is easy enough to disengage and in the same area as a 1911 safty. My wife loves hers, I love mine. Daily rotation for her is Shield (1st), J frame (2nd), springfield XD9C (3rd). My daily rotation for me is Shield (1st), Kimber Ultra 2 (2nd), J-Frame (3rd). I can not imagine you not likeing a shield.

Hey there, Russ. I figured I'd run into you here. I think I am heading the way of the Shield. I am just trying to get a good amount out of the Nano. I have a member on the BUSA Forum, biting. It's just a matter of deciding to sell or save for the S&W.

Atticaz,

I love my Shield, have had it close to 4 months now with around 550 rounds through with no issues. I am looking to pick up the Shield .40 as well. If you have a chance to get one, I would grab it up as most in my area are waiting up to 8 months or more for theirs. I've been on the list for the .40 for 4 months now and there were only 2 ahead of me at the time. Good luck with your choice!



CS

__________________
M&P 9c
M&P Shield 9

S/A as in Single Action?? The shield is D/A... double action striker fire just like all M&P's.

No, as in Semi-Auto

I'll try again, are these your only Semi-Auto handguns?

__________________
Shield40&9C w/ApexDCAEK/TFO's

Waited a long time for mine. Have had it for about 8 months now. It is my summer carry pistol. It replaced a Glock26

Ok....ill convince ya. After ONE TRIP to an outdoor range with the gun being brand spanking new, 500 rounds later, it was THE most accurate and enjoyable pistol out of the box I have ever purchased.
Super fun to shoot, I could push a tin can fron 5-50 yards with 7-8 rounds and never miss a shot, and I'm just a weekend shooter goofing off, not a pro.
The little gun flat shoots. One thing I did when new was add a Talon grip, I think that is a must for this size gun.

DR

Ok guys. You got me. My Nano is sold pending funds. It finds its new home tomorrow at noon. Local sale. Now all I have to do is find a Shield in 9MM. I know a shop that has a .40. But, I'm a 9 fan.

Atticaz:

Now the fun begins.

The Shield 9mm is going to take some searching to locate if you don't want to pay $100 over retail. (retail $449)

I would suggest you take advantage of free waiting lists while you search for a very hot item.

There have been some on this forum report buying for $389.

From my observation it is going to take some divine intervention to secure a Shield 9mm for less than $400 in this market.

I think you are wise holding out for a Shield 9mm.


Good Luck,

Russ

Wise holding out for a 9... yea the Shield .40S&W is ****.
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot!!!

__________________
Shield40&9C w/ApexDCAEK/TFO's

If you lived in NH, Shooters Outpost seems to have an endless supply of Shields in 9 for 399. Every time I go in there they have them. Too bad they don't ship


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

__________________
M&P 2.0 9mm-Shield9-Shield45

No, but I no longer discuss what I do or don't own, online.

Beretta Nano sold today. Found a Shield in 9MM, here in AZ. Hopefully picking it up tonight, after work.

Quite frankly, falling in love with the Shield is kind of like falling in love with Catherine Bell from JAG, Cote de Pablo from NCIS, Grace Kelly from my generation,* or any number other such actresses. If you have to be convinced, then you are too dense for good taste.

LOL

*Don't forget Catherine Deneuve! Ooh-la-la

^^^ LOL. You'll learn soon enough that I am quite sarcastic. I just wanted to hear members stories, while i was hunting for a Shield. I had no clue i was gonna find one the very same day I sold my Nano. Anyways, I got my new Shield 9 home. I love love love the trigger. Once I do the trigger job, it'll be much better. I am debating on the Apex Kit. The Nano is nice. But the trigger is pretty annoying. The long, tension building pull was getting pretty old. So was the striker deactivator. Now straight out of the box, this Shield's trigger is crisp!! But I don't have to tell you guys.

Can't wait to get her out to the range.

Atticaz

Great you found a Shield 9mm so quickly.

I look forward to your range report.

I think the stock trigger on the Shield is great.

I must admit after the Nano trigger I was a little surprised at the short light pull on the Shield.

Russ

The Shield I found was only $450, also. I lucked out after all the price hiking I have seen. I had to do some serious driving to get it. 2 1/2 hours worth. I am sure it was well worth it. I love the trigger. After I do a polish job, I'm sure it'll be butter. I have an Apex trigger on the way as I am still a fan of the Glock-style trigger, eventhough Glocks aren't my cup of tea. I only got the Poly version. ($39) I did not get the sear, striker block and all that jazz. I am pretty happy with how the trigger feels, stock. (I know... I say that now...LOL)

Just got my Shield .40 and only have 50 rounds threw it. Love everything about it with one minor exception. The trigger pull seams a bit gritty to me. Is this just because its new or that's just how it is? One more question, you mentioned the Apex trigger kit, is there one for the shield or is the one for the M&P comp. universal?

Just bought and installed the poly on my MP 40, the website clearly states that the poly will not work on the Shield. If someone tries and has success with it, please let me know because after results I felt with my MP 40, I would love to put one on my Shield 40.

Are you talking about the take-up that is gritty? Mine is too. But the break is clean. I think the grittiness (someone correct me, if I'm wrong) is from the striker block.

Regarding Apex Trigger Kit, there sure is... Feast your eyes: https://apextactical.com/store/produ...pg1-cid11.html

Regarding Apex Trigger Kit, there sure is... Feast your eyes: https://apextactical.com/store/produ...pg1-cid11.html[/QUOTE]

Definitely a trigger kit (springs, striker block, etc.) but not a poly trigger replacement.

WELL ****!! I just noticed that the trigger I ordered says it does not work with the Shield. I am bummed.

I hear ya...as I mentioned I just put one on my MP40 and the results were amazing. I so hope they produce one for the Shield, I'm sure at some point they will, until then, we will just have to wait. When they do I will be the first to buy. LOL!

YUK! Bass ackwards, IMO. I very pleased w/Apex DCAK but left the M&P stock trigger alone.

I will say you paid fair market value, or at least MSRP. Mine was $449, as well. The LGS was about a 20min drive.

__________________
Shield40&9C w/ApexDCAEK/TFO's

If you want to sell the Nano let me know! I got a Shield the first week they came out. I went looking for a Glock but the Shield felt so much better. Since they first came out my LGS got maybe 5 or 6 and I have 1 so I am lucky.

Shield Apex DCAEK

__________________
Shield40&9C w/ApexDCAEK/TFO's

Mine is Apex corrected, because of the trigger pull requirements here. I have a full M&P collection of 9mm and the Shield is my EDC.

Best option out there, for all things to consider in an EDC IMHO.

Enjoy it!!

***EDIT: I found my answer in another thread.***

Need Help.... As this is new to me i wasn't sure if this was normal for this gun or a defect.. Problem: My slide lock won't automatically disengage. Makes no difference if there is a loaded, unloaded or no mag at all in the well. I have to manually press the slide release for it to return... How can I fix this??? As I stated before this gun is brand spanking new with only 50 rounds put threw it......

This should probably be it's one Thread. I would get seen more, by someone who is looking to help.

Thanks i'm new to this forum stuff n ill try n figure out how to start a new thread....

I'm new to the M&P Shield and am studying it, so that I can help people out. Wish I had help you out. But, I don't wanna give you false answers.

I have wanted a Shield 9mm for months now and as of Friday I now own two 9's. I had been on a list for what seemed like ever at my favorite LGS and some online stores. I got tired of waiting and called another small gun store here in Austin last week and low and behold they had just gotten one. I almost wrecked my car to get there (I think I have a problem) and buy it. Literally 12 hours later I get a call from my favorite LGS after months of waiting saying they had it in was I still interested. In the meantime my wife had picked up the shield I just bought and I could see that familiar glaze come over her eyes. I figured if I wanted to have one for myself I had better get the second one. Haven't had the pleasure of shooting either one yet but am chomping at the bit.