How much did you pay for your M&P Shield?

exdetsgt said:
Magazines are truly amazing! They are the first magazines I've ever had to give up on: I couldn't fully load them because of the ridiculously stiff springs. Had to order an Uplula which hasn't arrived yet. Which means at the range I shot both mags, then spent at least 20 minutes trying to reload the magazines. After I returned from the range I reloaded the mags and intend to let them sit, loaded, for a week to see if the springs might break in a bit.
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Those springs define tight, don't they? I did the same thing: ordered the Uplula AFTER the Shield and on break-in day at the range, shot 275 rounds using the two stock magazines that came with the pistol. Thumb joint was a bit sore.

Wished I had the Uplula--but I did fully load both magazines and let them sit for a week until I went to the range to shoot those 275 rounds. And that sitting for a week loaded really made a difference...you'll be glad you did it.

BTW, I paid $340 out-the door from my LGS/Range with the LEO/Military price. They deducted $15 off the price for rental of the Shield I used to compare with Glock 43 and XDS. Not a bad deal. The best price I found on the internet (using wikiarms) was $301 with shipping an additional $20-25 (then add FFL transfer fee). Surprise--a local transaction worked out better for me than the online.
 
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Smith and Wesson rep here a few days ago told me the Shield was still the best selling gun that Smith makes and that the sales have actually picked up since the Glock 43 was released!
 
Cabela's had my Shield 9 priced at $429. I asked them to match Academy's price of $389, which they did. I also got about $8 worth of "Cabela's Bucks" reward points, which I used for ammo, making my net pre-tax price $381.
 
I was at a LGS today and they wanted $500 for the 9mm Shield there's no way I would pay that rediculous price
 
I just purchased my Shield 9 here in Texas for $399.98, with tax it was $414.97. I could have saved $20 if I had gone to another store but didn't like the service there so figured it was worth the $20 to buy from someone I liked.
 
SNH S&W said:
I assume that is a state of CA requirement? Above and beyond the 4473?
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Fill out the 4473. Then they put that info into the DOJ website to start the background check. (It makes NICS look like a toy. It takes at least 15 minutes for a clear check, on up to an infinite time.) They then also ask you four additional questions:

Convicted of a couple of Penal Code sections (I'm assuming that these relate to domestic violence) in last 10 years.

If you're a danger to yourself or others pursuant to some WIC (Welfare and Institution Codes (the old "5150")).

Another question about being certified crazy.

If you are subject to a restraining order under Family Code (another domestic violence code I think.)

All of that info is sent off to the state to see if you are deemed ok enough to purchase.

And put me down for 379.99 + 31.25 tax = 411.24. Add in $25 for DROS, and another $25 for Firearm Safety Certificate because my Handgun Safety Certificate was expiring before I can pick up my pistol (in normally 240 hours, but they won't be open so I have to wait an extra 21 or so hours). Oh you thought they only screwed us out of $25? Hahaha. You can DROS one handgun and I think 4 or 5 long guns at one time (only one handgun from a dealer per 30 days, but you could buy a crate from a private seller at once). The previous HSC, and now FSC is a safety knowledge test. I think it's dumb, but on the other hand if you can't pass it, I'm not really sure you should be buying a gun. (Though I was informed by the sales guy I was the only one he saw take the test that knew the correct direction to point a firearm.) Test is waived for some people, CCW probably the most common).

Then at pick up you have a safe handling demonstration. Yeah, there's one in the pipe even after you take the mag out.
 
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kc8syo said:
I was at a LGS today and they wanted $500 for the 9mm Shield there's no way I would pay that rediculous price
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I'm not sure where you live but I bought my on Gunbuyer. They have it in stock right now. $339.00 with free shipping to your FFL.
Mine came in perfect condition.

Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 9mm 3" 7+1/8+1 3Dot Melonite Finish Single Stack 180021
Regular Price: $365.64
On Sale For: $339.00
 
Shield 9mm

I bought my Shield 9mm for $369 before tax back in December of 2014 and have since put only 200 rounds through it. I installed Talon Grips and had my LGS install XS Big Dot Sights for me. I even ordered a custom left hand IWB holster from TT GunLeather. Tim did an excellent job on it for me too.
I am not a fan of the Shield like I thought I would be.
I am going to sell mine locally as soon as it is possible.
 
Standard 9mm Shield was $389 and Shield with laser was $519 and I bought the one for $519.

I know I could get a better price online but wanted to support the local dealer where I saw and handled the gun. The owner also new a lot about the Shield and the competative guns a well. Very good information helping me to make a good decision...

H.j
 
blackandredwarrior said:
Fill out the 4473. Then they put that info into the DOJ website to start the background check. (It makes NICS look like a toy. It takes at least 15 minutes for a clear check, on up to an infinite time.) They then also ask you four additional questions:

Convicted of a couple of Penal Code sections (I'm assuming that these relate to domestic violence) in last 10 years.

If you're a danger to yourself or others pursuant to some WIC (Welfare and Institution Codes (the old "5150")).

Another question about being certified crazy.

If you are subject to a restraining order under Family Code (another domestic violence code I think.)

All of that info is sent off to the state to see if you are deemed ok enough to purchase.

And put me down for 379.99 + 31.25 tax = 411.24. Add in $25 for DROS, and another $25 for Firearm Safety Certificate because my Handgun Safety Certificate was expiring before I can pick up my pistol (in normally 240 hours, but they won't be open so I have to wait an extra 21 or so hours). Oh you thought they only screwed us out of $25? Hahaha. You can DROS one handgun and I think 4 or 5 long guns at one time (only one handgun from a dealer per 30 days, but you could buy a crate from a private seller at once). The previous HSC, and now FSC is a safety knowledge test. I think it's dumb, but on the other hand if you can't pass it, I'm not really sure you should be buying a gun. (Though I was informed by the sales guy I was the only one he saw take the test that knew the correct direction to point a firearm.) Test is waived for some people, CCW probably the most common).

Then at pick up you have a safe handling demonstration. Yeah, there's one in the pipe even after you take the mag out.
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Sounds like a good reason to move to another state.
When I bought my Shield I filled out a 4473, paid and went home with it.
 
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