Shield

[David Hogan]

It's probably been asked, but why was the Shield replaced by a much more expensive 2.0? Seems like they were trying to nudge buyers up to the Glock 43.

[lhump1961]

I can't say for sure. What I can say is that if a buyer wants cheap then you get what you pay for. Watching all the complaints over the years about triggers as an example. To get a better than average trigger then you have to pay a higher than average price. I think Smith tried to find that balance for the consumer to keep affordable quality guns for the average shooter while letting others improve what they wanted if they felt the need.

Consumer feedback says we want better out of the box. Ok...no problem...get out your wallet. Now the M&P has longer frame rails, more rigid frames, aggressive textured grips with 4 back strap sizes instead of 3, smoother lighter trigger with better reset, ect. All these things are great but come at a higher price. I still think the M&P is the best value out there. Throw in lifetime warranty and American made...that's a winner.

edit: Glock charges more because they have a devoted fan base but IMHO not a better gun.

[Execpro]

I think it is a sales gimmick!! A lot of people buy the newest and latest just to have it. On the 2.0 it has serrations on the front of the slide which should never be used and does not make the gun lighter enough to even talk about.
The new grip texture to harsh on many people’s hands and once you buy the gun you can’t give it back. There are a number of add on grip options for the 1.0 at around $15 dollars that can be remove if not liked.
The trigger maybe some better, but most people don’t have a problem with the 1.0 out of the box and with 400 hundred plus rounds the trigger usually smooths out. If not you can get a part from apex for $45 that will make the trigger as good or better than the 2.0. JMO
The Shield for me was a better gun than the Glock 43 and I have owned a 19 a 30 and a 21.

Be SAFE and shoot often!

[Fatboy01]

I just ordered a 2.0 Shield 40 yesterday (will be here Monday). The reason I went with 2.0 over the 1.0 was because of the "improved" trigger and relocation of the trigger stop. I own a G43 (fine gun). The reason I bought a Shield was I wanted a single stack .357 Sig. The aftermarket barrel (Remsport) will be here Monday. Just got tired of waiting for Austria to bring out a singlestack .357 Sig. We'll see how it goes.