M&P 2.0 9mm Compact, 3.6" Barrel

[Philadelphia Patriot]

With the 15 round (9mm or 13 round in .40) magazine, I just get a full grip on the pistol. Anything less than that and I rather just carry my single stack shield with 8+1 magazine

 

[ivanwi11iams]

After coming from a Glock 23, I was thinking of a M&P 2.0.
But, that size, to ME, is simply too large for CCW. With my big self, it would be sticking out like a sore thumb.

However, it does look nice, and if I ever wanted another weapon to just have, it would be something like the M&P 2.0, and then my Shield for CCW

 

[Dave Lively]

Not what I was looking for but more choice is a good thing.

I do wish S&W would decide on whether or not to include the weight of an empty magazine when they specify the weight of a gun on their website. According to the website the 3.6 inch gun is supposedly a couple of ounces heavier than the 4 inch model I have. I don't remember the specifics but when they came out with the first 2.0 guns it seems the published weight dropped by about the weight of a magazine.

 

[presspics]

I'm waiting on an update for the 45 Compact.. It's the last one in my collection that is still a Mod 1.0.

 

[CBStuard]

This great news. I have the 1.0C and really like it as I have a 12 mag, a 14 (a 12 w/ Raisin's +2 adapter) and a 15, and a 17. This is definitely a step in the right direction as I have no interest in a 2.0C which is only 1/4" shorter than a full size. Wish they listed height though.

 

[weblance]

If you have to have adapters to higher-cap mags, why don't you just start with higher cap to begin with?
Denis

You carry concealed with the 12 round magazine, and when you get home, you use the 17 round with an adapter for home defense.

C'mon Denis... you know that answer

 

[Notary]

I would love to see a single stack or a stack and a half width compact sized M&P. I realize it would give up few rounds, but it would be an ideal EDC size. Fat may be where it's at, but thin is in!

 

[Dpris]

Web,
Well....no, I don't.
That had never occurred to me.

Swapping mags around coming & going doesn't make all that much sense to me, but that's just me.
Denis

 

[Wee Hooker]

I'm still not seeing why they felt the need to make the "compact" bigger than the 1.0 9c. Perhaps the new (G19 sized) 2.0 isn't getting the reception they had hoped for....

 

[CBStuard]

Web,
Well....no, I don't.
That had never occurred to me.

Swapping mags around coming & going doesn't make all that much sense to me, but that's just me.
Denis

The other use is what I do. 12 or 14 in the gun and a 17 in my left front pocket as my spare.

 

[Woodman90]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskait View Post
This (the 15/13 round 3.6") will be a good choice for the appendix guys because grip length isn't as important for that kind carry.

Quote:
Originally Posted by Ballarnk
I didn’t think about the appendix market having never considered it. Makes sense now.

I'm with these two, just started carrying appendix 4-5 months back and the shorter slide is right up my alley. Less to stuff down my pants. The longer grip isn't an issue on my frame/body type. In fact I like having more grip, helps in recoil management and speeds up follow up shots for me.

 

[Woodman90]

What he said. No matter how you carry the grip is what sticks out and pokes through your shirt/jacket

Might try another brand of holster which utilizes a "claw". I've used them with TRex holsters and Raven Concealment. More than just a gimmick. They really flatten the grip out to lay flat against you. Just a thought.

 

[rfd339]

I like it but if they made it like the 9 or 40c gen1 I would love it. They should've never did away with it. It was go between of the g19/g23 and h26/g27 size. To add it fits my hand sweet and shoots the same.

 

[CBStuard]

The 1.0C is still listed on the S&W website so there are still some out there I suspect.

 

[k31scout]

Looks perfect for me. I have a full size 1.0 M&P9 and carry appendix and have been thinking long and hard about the first 2.0 compact. Now this new 3.6" is to the top of my list with the thumb safety.

Next up I'm hoping for a new M&P 2.0 .45 in this shape and size.

 

[BigSky!]

I'm still not seeing why they felt the need to make the "compact" bigger than the 1.0 9c. Perhaps the new (G19 sized) 2.0 isn't getting the reception they had hoped for....

I think they wanted a "clear road" to launch the 2.0 compact to grab hold of that G19 size market. My speculations has been that the M&P9c 2.0 version would come out a year or two later. It may still happen. I do believe the 2.0 Compact is getting the reception they wanted. They are just timing the releases in a manner they have predetermined. It may be wishful thinking; but, I think and hope they will be coming out with the 2.0 version of the previous M&P9/40c.

 

[Cheapskait]

I like it but if they made it like the 9 or 40c gen1 I would love it. They should've never did away with it.

I would be surprised if S&W doesn't come out with a short grip model, using this new top half before the end of the year. Maybe call it the M&P SubCompact as making the frame is probably the cheapest part of the gun.

 

[cbunix23]

All the new variations are cool, the names are getting silly though, M&P 2.0 9mm Compact No Thumb Safety with 3.6” Barrel

 

[mscampbell2734]

Might try another brand of holster which utilizes a "claw". I've used them with TRex holsters and Raven Concealment. More than just a gimmick. They really flatten the grip out to lay flat against you. Just a thought.

I've tried appendix with a couple of different guns and holsters. The only thing I could tolerate for more then 10 minutes with a J frame. I'm just not built for appendix. My belt line is only about 2-3 inches from the top of my thigh and the muzzle digs into my groin and thigh with anything with a barrel longer then 2 inches.

rfd339 I'm with you. I bought the 1.0 Compact after owning and carrying Glocks for some time. I needed something between the 27 and 23 but Glock did not build it. I always thought the 27 was too small.

 

[ukcats]

While this new short barrel 2.0 compact doesn't appeal to me, I am glad they are making it. Choice is always a good thing. I am patiently waiting on the new 2.0 compact in .45. Hopefully that gun is coming soon.