M&P9c vs. Shield in 9mm

[Smitty357]

I'm pretty sure there is a reason the Shield is pretty much the most sought after sub compact EDC weapons on the market today. And i'm sure we could agree that it isnt because of the mag capacity. I'm also sure when s&w designed this around CC, that they themselves also though "capacity" wasnt a big issue. I mean if it were to them, dont u think they would have designed something with a much higher cap mag.

I think s&w knew exactly what the majority of EDC and CC owners wanted. And i believe they hit the nail on the head, despite a few hickups from few of the .40 owners.

 

[GKC]

The only answer is what works for YOU. What I like and find to be the best may not be at all for you. I have owned a number of M&Ps, in FS and compact, in .45, .40, and 9mm, and for CCW the Shield 9mm is hands down my favorite. It is slim, has just the right grip for me (with the 8 round magazine), and I don't feel under-gunned with 8 rounds of 9mm. I have spare magazines if I feel like carrying them.

I still prefer a full size gun for home defense, but there isn't really a reason that the Shield couldn't suffice in that role as well. We could argue all day about capacity, caliber, and action (revolver vs semi, or DA/SA vs DAO vs SA, and so on) but there just isn't going to be one answer that works for everyone...because we are all different. There isn't one gun that is ideal for all circumstances, either, because there are too many variables.

I haven't needed to use a gun for 61 years, and I hope and pray that holds true for the next 61 as well. This is one time that I will be more than happy for all the time, thought, expense, and planning to never be used.

 

[Marshal Tom]

I was a 1911 only guy for many years and now that I am retired from LE. I carry an M&P 340 every day at my new job and often carry a Shield 9mm when not carrying my M&P 340. My needs are different now than when I was on the street as an officer for 37 years. I often think that I should be carrying something with more capacity but go with comfort vs. capacity and weight. I love my 9mm Shield and feel that it has plenty of capacity for what I am likely to get into as a citizen. I do carry a spare mag with me or spare ammo with my M&P 340 as well.

Tom

 

[Smitty357]

The only answer is what works for YOU. What I like and find to be the best may not be at all for you. I have owned a number of M&Ps, in FS and compact, in .45, .40, and 9mm, and for CCW the Shield 9mm is hands down my favorite. It is slim, has just the right grip for me (with the 8 round magazine), and I don't feel under-gunned with 8 rounds of 9mm. I have spare magazines if I feel like carrying them.

I still prefer a full size gun for home defense, but there isn't really a reason that the Shield couldn't suffice in that role as well. We could argue all day about capacity, caliber, and action (revolver vs semi, or DA/SA vs DAO vs SA, and so on) but there just isn't going to be one answer that works for everyone...because we are all different. There isn't one gun that is ideal for all circumstances, either, because there are too many variables.

I haven't needed to use a gun for 61 years, and I hope and pray that holds true for the next 61 as well. This is one time that I will be more than happy for all the time, thought, expense, and planning to never be used.

AMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[MP1SG]

I'm pretty sure there is a reason the Shield is pretty much the most sought after sub compact EDC weapons on the market today. And i'm sure we could agree that it isnt because of the mag capacity. I'm also sure when s&w designed this around CC, that they themselves also though "capacity" wasnt a big issue. I mean if it were to them, dont u think they would have designed something with a much higher cap mag.

I think s&w knew exactly what the majority of EDC and CC owners wanted. And i believe they hit the nail on the head, despite a few hickups from few of the .40 owners.

They did, Its called the M&P 9c or 40c..

 

[RussC]

There will always be a give and take when talking concealment.

If we want less weight we go with a 380. If we want more capacity we give up thinness.

The Shield 9mm with a 7+1 capacity (flush magazine) is actually one of the higher capacity single stack 9mm available. Kahr CM9 and Beretta both have a capacity of 6+1 with the flush magazine.

If you pocket pack like I do in slacks and you are concerned about printing and being able to actually draw the weapon from your pocket without catching 8 rounds in a 9mm caliber for me is the max.

I have no idea if 8 rounds is enough, however from my research via youtube statistically speaking based on FBI data 8 rounds for a gun fight (close range) is enough rounds to end most situations.

What most of us fail to realize is more rounds means more time exposing ourselves to the potential of getting shot by the bad guy.

Just because a person may have a higher capacity magazine does not neccessary mean they are bettter off in a close range gun fight. Remember, statistically speaking most gun fights end in less than 3 seconds which means extra magazines and large capacity magazines will not trump shot placement when it will be all over in less than 3 seconds for the overwhelming majority of gun fights and for those lasting longer than 3 seconds I would suggest ducking for cover.

Russ

 

[BBS1]

AMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!

What exactly are you amen'ing? He reiterated exactly what we've been trying to explain to you. But you continue to use your Glock 33rd mag reply, which is btw, completely asinine. Our original argument is that if you can comfortable and clearly carry a 9c over the shield, then why not have that extra capacity FOR FREE. I, for one, cannot afford to print at all so I carry the shield. I would love to run around with the 9c in the ghettos of Philadelphia, but ive had very bad experiences with printing through my shirts.

 

[kablamo]

To real it back in and truly address your question. I've handled a shield but do not own one. I carry my 9c in a comp tax mtac. The right adjuster holster makes the world of a difference. I do have a kahr cw9 that I carry as well and that is roughly the same size as the shield. The shorter grip on the 9c actually makes it easier to conceal for me even with just a t shirt. It's only a marginal difference but it shows. I carry at 3:30. I personally prefer the 9c. With the right belt weight is a lot less noticeable. Start carrying the 9c and see for yourself

 

[MP1SG]

What exactly are you amen'ing? He reiterated exactly what we've been trying to explain to you. But you continue to use your Glock 33rd mag reply, which is btw, completely asinine. Our original argument is that if you can comfortable and clearly carry a 9c over the shield, then why not have that extra capacity FOR FREE. I, for one, cannot afford to print at all so I carry the shield. I would love to run around with the 9c in the ghettos of Philadelphia, but ive had very bad experiences with printing through my shirts.

Hi
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Thanks
1SG