Aluminum Frame M&P9 M2.0

[Belt Fed 54]

I like it, but not enough to give 900 bucks for it.

 

[JJEH]

Cost savings and weight savings.

Cost savings for the manufacturer, yes. For the consumer? At that time? Maybe. They could have priced it any way they wanted.

Weight savings? 5.2oz, really. That's six slices of the wheat bread I found in the pantry.... come on.

They charge more now because now it's being seen as a novelty item. That's why. They could have easily kept the metal frames when they developed the M&P line...

Is it nice that they offer metal frames again? Yes. But it's not like they have done anything new, so I'm not excited about it, really.

 

[Grimjaws]

Unless you live behind the curtain

Once again the company that gave us that awful revolver lock introduces a new model without a 10 round mag option for those stuck behind the curtain. Bummer.

No I can’t just move. Too close to pension.

But 6 years from today you’re darn right I’m moving!

 

[DMcBB]

Once again the company that gave us that awful revolver lock introduces a new model without a 10 round mag option for those stuck behind the curtain. Bummer.

No I can’t just move. Too close to pension.

But 6 years from today you’re darn right I’m moving!

The website says this pistol takes the same mags as any other M&P so the old full sized 10 round mags should work. Idk if they’ll have a ban state option or not, but we won’t be without mags.

 

[NY-1]

I'm always happy to see more metal-framed pistols out there!

 

[murphydog]

Merged the two current threads on the topic.

 

[crosseyedshooter]

Take the one thing that owners and reviewers have universally praised about the M&P M2.0, the grip texture, and get rid of it. Brilliant!

 

[GeoJelly]

I like the looks of it, and they continue to send emails about revolvers, including the new one in .350 Legend. For me, if it was a Compact in .45 I would be very interested as long as the price isn’t $700+

 

[STORMINORMAN]

Or, one could have a CZ75 in STEEL & a bunch of magazines and ammo...?

Cheers!

 

[DMcBB]

<Ava Flannel video>

Wow that jump cut to the sponsored ad was so bad.

That said, I wasn’t really impressed with the stock trigger pull or reset that she showed. The break was very far back with a lot of pretravel, and the reset seemed really long as well. My 2.0 compact has an Apex trigger with a forward break and a very short reset. Trigger doesn’t look like a huge upgrade, but of course I haven’t felt it.

The choice of aluminum and the weight difference vs polymer are interesting. A heavy steel M&P would make sense for competition (like the steel PPQ) since the weight could help you get back on target faster. With an aluminum frame that is 2 oz heavier than polymer, you’re getting a very slight weight increase. The high speed low drag guys won’t like it due to the extra weight and the competition guys won’t like it because it’s lighter than a Shadow 2. I’d guess they are betting on the folks who just love metal framed guns picking them up. Plus they probably had extra capacity to build aluminum pistols on the same lines as the CSX, so why not?

More choices are great to have, and there is something about a metal frame…

 

[Tiribulus]

I must be getting old! I remember being skeptical about a polymer framed pistol. Now, I'm wondering what is the benefit of of an aluminum frame over polymer?

Funny how things change HAHA

The thing is, modern polymers are so good as to actually surpass metals in many applications for the areas people care about. They're incredibly durable, don't bend (as much) or corrode and are also generally lighter.

I just bought an EXTAR EP9 which has more plastic than Nancy Pelosi's face and people have 10,000 rounds through them in abusive conditions with no major problems.

The point is, there really isn't an actual advantage to a metal framed pistol at this point beyond personal preference. Which IS a thing and there's nothing wrong with that.

If somebody wants an aluminum framed M&P, and they're now available, more power to em. No scorn from me. However, imho, whatever that's worth, they're kidding themselves if they think they're getting an actually "better" gun.

 

[Christopher207]

Hoping the 2.0 10mm comes in a metal frame at some point as well.

 

[ogso]

The more things change, the more they stay the same. Uh didn’t S&W make an aluminum framed pistol in the past …cough cough…39…59…. They had to go plastic to keep up, I understand that but I’m glad they went back to metal. If I could buy one in Kali I would… but I cannot.

 

[Tiribulus]

"The metal frame provides less flex when firing, which is an added advantage for achieving tighter groups and higher levels of accuracy."

Maybe I missed it, but was the accuracy of especially the 2.0 with the metal piece in the frame deficient?

I think I saw Honest Outlaw getting consistent 100 yard hits on steel with his 3.6 in. compact.

This is for people who prefer metal framed guns. That's fine.

Trying to sell it as improving on the accuracy and or reliability or even longevity of the polymer framed guns doesn't seem all that credible to me.

 

[Telecaster]

I don't think anyone ever claimed the M&P was a precision bullseye pistol. It's made for combat accuracy.

 

[mattallamerican]

if it was steel i might be interested

 

[Old_Cop]

I like it and want to handle one in a gun shop.

 

[Elkins45]

if it was steel i might be interested

Wonder if that’s coming eventually?

 

[GB]

Having just picked up a 2.0 compact, I will wait awhile to see what this new unit shakes out to be. At 900 clams retail, it is not a bargain. I suspect after the new wears off, street price will be in the 800 range. Still a lot of money for a nifty 9. I expect to see a version in 10mm in a year or so. That will sell. Probably won't see my caliber of choice (40) anytime in the near future, if ever. And yes, given the option, I would buy metal frame guns first, providing the price is comparable.

 

[malph]

Interesting. I guess it’s for old timers who complain about plastic guns.

I think we've hit Peak Plastic. There are so many plastic striker-fired guns in the market place that it's becoming boring.

Smith, first with the CSX and now this thing, thinks they've found a differentiator.

We'll see if it works.