Parrot-Head
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I know this is a S&W forum, but help me decide.
Any owners of both that can chime in?
Any owners of both that can chime in?
M&P 9 Shield vs Ruger SR9c
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If the Ruger SR9c trigger is like the Ruger LC9 the Shield will be the better choice assuming you can even locate a Shield.
Russ
P.S. The Ruger LC9 is the better comparison in size to the Shield. I prefer single stack for concealment because I pocket my Shield and thin is in.
If concealment is not an issue the double stack will hold more rounds.
Russ
P.S. The Ruger LC9 is the better comparison in size to the Shield. I prefer single stack for concealment because I pocket my Shield and thin is in.
If concealment is not an issue the double stack will hold more rounds.
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You cant really compare the two. The sr9c is comparable to the m&p 9c. They are both double stack guns, the shield is a single stack, which would be compared to a kahr cw9, walther pps, etc.
Tell us more about intended use. Either gun is quality, it's a matter of preference and what fits you.
Tell us more about intended use. Either gun is quality, it's a matter of preference and what fits you.
kisportolt
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I own a Shield and my father owns a SR9c. We've taken both to the range together and shot them side by side. I found that i greatly preferred the grip of the Shield over the SR9c. The 10 round mag of the SR9c fit my hand okay but the 17 round extended mag was awful. it protruded below my grip by a good amount and made the grip of my other hand feel very awkward. The SR9c also seemed to have more recoil than the Shield even though it's bigger. I'm not a professional so my review may not be worth much, but I just felt like I shot the Shield better. The SR9c does have some ambi controls which is nice if you're looking for that, but it is definitely bulkier than the Shield.
I'm sure it sounds biased, but it's my opinion. I shot the SR9c before I owned my Shield, and them together. I still prefer my Shield, and probably an M&P 9c over the SR9c
I'm sure it sounds biased, but it's my opinion. I shot the SR9c before I owned my Shield, and them together. I still prefer my Shield, and probably an M&P 9c over the SR9c
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Parrot-Head
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Really looking for the next step up CCW gun other than my LCP.
The LCP I can use as a pocket pistol. The larger sight dots on the Shield look nice to me.
kisportolt
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Then hands down the better choice is the Shield. If you are used to the size and weight of a LCP, a SR9c will feel like a brick. A Shield is definitely bigger than a LCP, but the single stack aspect makes a big difference while carrying when compared to the SR9c. The Shield isn't really a pocket carry gun in my eyes, but it's the perfect medium between the pocket-size class (LCP) and double-stacks (SR9c).
jonesy814
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I own both, but have only had the SR9c for about a month. Both are great pistols, and both have a great trigger. The Shield is definately more concealable, as it is about 3/4 of an inch shorter in barrel length, and quite a bit thinner than the Ruger. I am using the Ruger as my carry gun during the colder months, and will go back to the Shield for shorts and T-shirt weather. The nice thing about the Ruger is that it is not too bad to conceal with the 10rd magazine, and you can convert to a handful of fire power with the 17rd magazine. In this sense it is a dual purpose gun sort of. The Shield has concealability on its side, and is a few ounces lighter. You cant go wrong with either one, it just depends on what attributes you are looking for. Both have decent sights, and similar recoil and accuracy
Ditto. Even with the magazine floor plate extension on the 10 round magazine, the SR9c didn't fit my hand as well as a M&P9c (which is a more direct comparison.) Plus, IMO, the magazine just looked "weird" which doesn't have anything to do with function, but aesthetics are a concern to me as well. The SR9c is a good pistol, but I don't care for the LCI.
If you want a CCW pistol, the M&P9c is a better choice...but the Shield is an ever better choice. It's not a pocket pistol, at least not for me, but it fits my hand better than any other small semi that I have tried.
As mentioned already, the SR9c is more comparable to the M&P9c and the Shield is more comparable to the LC9. Comparing the SR9c to a Shield is Apples & Oranges.
I had the SR9c for a while and when I was shopping for Compact Double-Stacks, I much preferred the trigger of the SR9c to that of the M&P9c.
In Subcompact Single-Stacks, The LC9 trigger is a true DAO (long revolver style pull), as opposed to the Shield's Striker Fire trigger. I preferred the PF-9's trigger over the LC9's and (obviously) prefer the Shield's trigger over both.
I can pocket carry my Shield. This was the main reason I bought it. If the Shield is too large to pocket carry, one needs to weigh the age old Comfort vs. More rounds debate to decide if you want to go with a compact Double-Stack or a subcompact Single.
I had the SR9c for a while and when I was shopping for Compact Double-Stacks, I much preferred the trigger of the SR9c to that of the M&P9c.
In Subcompact Single-Stacks, The LC9 trigger is a true DAO (long revolver style pull), as opposed to the Shield's Striker Fire trigger. I preferred the PF-9's trigger over the LC9's and (obviously) prefer the Shield's trigger over both.
I can pocket carry my Shield. This was the main reason I bought it. If the Shield is too large to pocket carry, one needs to weigh the age old Comfort vs. More rounds debate to decide if you want to go with a compact Double-Stack or a subcompact Single.
I know! I LOVE my Smiths but sometimes these ugly plastic things work pretty darned good. PLUS you can fiddle with these things all day long and the aftermarket accessory list is loooong.
That is true. I have small hands, though, and the Glock grip (even the SF) is not real comfortable for me. I did like the G36, but I found the M&P45c to be more comfortable.
My nephew (who is 21) just bought a G23. I was showing him last night how to clean it, etc, and it reminded me just how easy Glocks are to maintain. Of course, M&Ps aren't bad either...especially compared to my 1911s.
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kisportolt
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pyro
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I have both the Shield 40cal and the SR40c. I don't compare them as they are two different pistols. Th SR40c has a great trigger, with zero take up and a crisp 6lb break. It is my house gun and it is also great for the range with the additional 15 round mag. The Shield needless to say is the better pocket gun, but the SR40c with the 9 round mag, carries very well inside or outside the waistband.
robkarrob
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A true comparison is to the Ruger LC9. I own a Shield 40 and a highly modified LC9, with a Galloway Trigger kit. It still doesn't matter, the Shield's trigger makes it a obvious choice over the LC9. Your comparison would be a SR9c to a M&P 9c. the Shield is a better gun than the LC9. Someone else than owns the SR9c and a M&P 9c can chime in on those guns.
Bob
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danysw
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I have the SR9C and the M&P9C, the Ruger has better trigger, very crisp without any take up (I would say that is one of the best out of the box triggers in a polymer gun compare to the Walther) but the M&P fit better in my hands with less recoil and with the Apex trigger installed side by side is a winner.
Linejudgemick
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I have an M&P9C and an SR40C. As mentioned by danysw the Ruger's trigger is outstanding and like pyro; it's my house SD gun with 15 rounds of Ranger T in it. The M&P however, has a great manual of arms and with the optional grip palm swells, can be "customized" for a great feeling purchase. IMHO it is a little "fat" for some carry situations. While I don't have one, the Shield is obviously easier to conceal. I'm left-handed and opted for a BU9 Nano instead and they along with the LC9 are around the same size. I don't think trying to compare a Shield with an SR9C is the way to go. Single-stack subcompacts don't compare well with Double-stack compacts - they're really different pistols with different purposes.
kisportolt
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I think what has been lost in this comparison is the OPs reason..they are looking for the next step up for their CC from the LCP. I believe they are looking for opinions on which would be best for CC. Let's stop comparing one or the other to different guns that they didn't ask about.
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I had an SR9c and have a Shield 9mm.
Everybody has covered the physical differences between the 2, so that aside.
Even here in Ma. after an Apex DCK install, the trigger on the Shield is much better than the SR9c.
The Shield disappears for IWB/OWB and carries very well. The Shield also can be a pocket gun, a tad big for that, but it will work. The SR9c IMHO did not carry as well and was not a pocket gun at all.
So on performance, recoil and flexibility for carry. I picked the Shield and traded the SR9c.
Now the good news about the SR9c is that I traded it for a Benelli shotgun!! For that I liked the SR9c
Just my 2 cents!! Try both and buy what works for you.
Best wishes!!
Everybody has covered the physical differences between the 2, so that aside.
Even here in Ma. after an Apex DCK install, the trigger on the Shield is much better than the SR9c.
The Shield disappears for IWB/OWB and carries very well. The Shield also can be a pocket gun, a tad big for that, but it will work. The SR9c IMHO did not carry as well and was not a pocket gun at all.
So on performance, recoil and flexibility for carry. I picked the Shield and traded the SR9c.
Now the good news about the SR9c is that I traded it for a Benelli shotgun!! For that I liked the SR9c
Just my 2 cents!! Try both and buy what works for you.
Best wishes!!
