First Time Out with Shield

[digitalexplr]

Got a short amount of time today to get to the range and try out my new Shield 9. Very impressed and pleased!

I did have a couple of issues early on with the slide not locking back after the last round. However, this only happened twice and early in my shooting.

There was on FTF but I blame that on the cheapo ammo I was using.

There were no issues when using Ranger T's.

I was most impressed with the control ability and lack of perceived recoil. This is the smoothest shooting 9mm I have ever shot.

I did start out shooting a bit low left. However, I believe that to be a shooter issue and not a gun issue. Things got better as I got more familiar with the Shield. Also, when I got home I setup my Lazersyte system and the Shield was right on. Definitely a shooter issue.

I'm looking forward to getting out to the range again when I can spend a lot more time with the Shield.

I am ready to proclaim it a keeper. It more than meets my expectations!

 

[duck32man]

I took my new Shield 40 to the range today and had no hiccups other than shooting way left. I had nice groups at 35' but I couldn't bring them center unless I was aiming at the right edge of the target. Think Ill try it one more time before oing the front sight adjustment. Love the gun though.

 

[Mumbleypeg1]

I took my new Shield 40 to the range today and had no hiccups other than shooting way left. I had nice groups at 35' but I couldn't bring them center unless I was aiming at the right edge of the target. Think Ill try it one more time before oing the front sight adjustment.

Recommend you have a look at this SimplyAboutGuns.com | Range testing a handgun, especially the "gun too small" section, before tinkering with the sights. A slight change in your grip or finger placement on the trigger may help. Be safe, shoot straight!

 

[duck32man]

Recommend you have a look at this SimplyAboutGuns.com | Range testing a handgun, especially the "gun too small" section, before tinkering with the sights. A slight change in your grip or finger placement on the trigger may help. Be safe, shoot straight!

Thanks. Good info. I had an lc9 and i was able shoot that somewhat accurately (minus mag drop). I'll focus more on my grip and trigger pull and see if I can correct things.

 

[Irn-Bru]

I've had mine about 4 months and it's a joy to carry. Did have some FTF early, but nothing after 150 rounds.

 

[SmurfHunter]

Excited to run mine.

 

[duck32man]

I went back to the range today and was able to improve accuracy some. I shot way better with 180 gr than I did with 165 gr and I noticed I really need to pay attention to finger placement on the trigger. Attached pic is about 10 yds with the 180 gr.

 

[racky4208]

Just got my shield out today for the first time today ran beautifully with the apex carry trigger upgrade. I was very surprised on how smooth the trigger is with the apex kit on it and how controllable the recoil is

 

[TJHuxley]

My 9mm Shield won me over quickly. First time out, I experienced how it is unforgiving of shooter errors like any little gun. Shots were low left due to trigger jerking and recoil anticipation. Now that I am familiar with it and stock trigger is broken in, I'd have to say it is unbelievably pleasant to handle and easy to shoot accurately. I can't imagine a better, very easy to conceal, 9 mm polymer gun. Various 115 gr FMJ, some 115 HP, and 124 HP +p all functioned fine. Never a gun failure (only mine), in almost 1 year now. My hat is off though to anyone that can shoot a 40 S & W Shield well and consistently, more power to you. Literally! Wow!

 

[srings]

Dig my Shield, as well. I had problems with the slide not racking after the last round was fired...but it was user error not gun error. I have big hands and my fingers...specifically my thumb of my right hand...was riding the slide release thus preventing the slide to lock. I adjusted my grip and...BAM...problem solved. Check your grip/thumb and happy shooting!

 

[drinva]

Put another 200 rounds through my 9mm Shield Saturday. The gun really is impressive. Zero issues, SUPER ACCURATE. At 7 yards I put one full magazine with every hole touching. That was my best group. You have to take your time to shoot accurate, if you do the results are outstanding.

DR