So....

If I buy a Shield, I shouldn't fire it first. I bought it knowing of this serious defect, paying $399.00 for it. I feel the answer is to spend $499.00 worth of aftermarket parts, and spend the weekend installing them myself.

By the way, I don't need anyone with armors training to install these parts. Seriously, that's what You Tube is for!

Oh yes, almost forgot. I need to spend the next month on every internet site arguing with any and all as to why they must spend $499.00 on the same aftermarket parts!

Of course, I will still have not shot my Shield, as I was too busy installing the parts, and arguing on the internet. Beside, ammunition is expensive...