First: I agree with Lycan regarding the very small number of issues with Shields. Both of mine, in 9mm, from different serial number runs, worked fine out of the box. They were both modified with the Apex Carry Kit for the Shield, and Novak sights. Took care of any complaints I might have had with both the trigger and sights. Mine get passed around my shooting group every month, and I should get a commission from S&W for all the Shields purchased after mine was tested !

I have a no-safety model at my dealer's, waiting for his return from vacation. I will probably sell one of my Shields with the safety to a member in my group, but have never had a problem with the safety itself.