I am looking at a "used" Shield 9mm tomorrow..what should i be aware of?
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Yeah... The RSA is about it.
Dry Fire it a couple times to see how smooth the factory trigger is.
If it's smooth with no grit, the original owner either did an Apex kit, or broke it in very nicely for you.
Since NEW Shields are going for about $340 now online (plus FFL Fees), see if they'll come down to $275 for the Pre-Owned one.
Dry Fire it a couple times to see how smooth the factory trigger is.
If it's smooth with no grit, the original owner either did an Apex kit, or broke it in very nicely for you.
Since NEW Shields are going for about $340 now online (plus FFL Fees), see if they'll come down to $275 for the Pre-Owned one.
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Standard stuff, break it down & check for abnormal wear &/or abuse. If you have one take a bore light or small flashlight. It will help you check deep in for dirt/damage if all he will allow you is to take the slide off.
MyDads38
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Agree with both above posts, break the pistol down and inspect the RSA and also internals for dirt/grime/etc, just to see how well it was maintained. If the LGS did a thorough cleaning, ask them how dirty it was and if any issues. I pull no punches on used firearms-if you don't ask, they won't tell you!
I bought my LNIB Shield 40 and didn't even think about checking the RSA before purchase; thankfully all was okay when I broke it down for cleaning. When I bought my new Shield 9 NTS, I broke it down before even making an offer to purchase (with the store okay first). Again, all was okay. Both have been flawless in firing/function.
New Shields are NOW going for $339 or less, so unless this one is LNIB with all accessories, I'd start at $275 and see what happens. My LNIB Shield 40 was $300 + $21 tax = $321 total-I have NO regrets! Good luck and let us know what happens
Lonestar57
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Don't forget to check the trigger re-set. During the early production of the Shields, Smith & Wesson listed a notice to owners on their webpage and showed the procedure to do a voluntary inspection check. If it failed you were to return the gun to them. If its not still on their homepage you should be able to find the info on it fairly easily by doing an internet search.
thanks for the info...i was not aware of this.
As for pricing...right now in Vermont they sell for $419 plus tax...so $440ish. But if the gun is excessively dirty or shows signs of much wear i will discuss a price reduction, or walk away.
picture looks pretty clean.
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MyDads38
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From the pic, it looks pretty clean. Didn't realize they were selling for close to retail in Vermont. It'll be your call when you have a chance to see it first hand. Hopefully it will include the box and accessories. Good luck
Protected One
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You should be aware that the Shield 9mm is the finest CC gun on the market today. This makes it addictive. 
From the pic, it looks pretty clean. Didn't realize they were selling for close to retail in Vermont. It'll be your call when you have a chance to see it first hand. Hopefully it will include the box and accessories. Good luck
This is the first used one i have seen...and yes, $399 no tax in New Hampshire and $419 plus tax in Vermont new.
I just sold a LCP 380 for the same cost as i am buying the shield so its a push.
recoil spring assembly...the little round piece at the end sometimes gets or arrives bent.
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I had the white dot in the front sight fall out on me. Seen online where it has happened to others. I replaced with a red fiber optic. Not a big deal. Love the gun otherwise.
JP
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The gun looks brand new...it has less than one box of ammo thru it, and the original owner decided he wanted a Glock. Spring was perfect, trigger is amazing compared to my 9mm...super smooth. So while i saved abotu $100 buying used, i am going to have to upgrade my 9mm to an apex trigger 
So a little update and a question. I went out and shot a few rounds with it and all is good...love the gun. Ordered a holster for it, and am excited to have a new carry gun.
Question, and i think i am cleaning it for the first time in its life, the thing seems newer than my 9mm that i bought brand new. But i had a little be of a struggle when i tried to reassemble the gun after cleaning. I could not get the slide stop to engage the slide and hold it open to allow me to raise the slide release lever.
I racked it all the way back and did it several times but i could not get the thing to catch. So i took it apart again and made sure rhe RSA was centered best i could ( no seating slot on the shield like there is on the FS )..and then i put it back together and was able to catch the slide release this time.
I took it apart several times and most times the slide release would catch, but a few more times it would not.
Is this just a little quirk with the gun?
Any hints on assembly ?
Question, and i think i am cleaning it for the first time in its life, the thing seems newer than my 9mm that i bought brand new. But i had a little be of a struggle when i tried to reassemble the gun after cleaning. I could not get the slide stop to engage the slide and hold it open to allow me to raise the slide release lever.
I racked it all the way back and did it several times but i could not get the thing to catch. So i took it apart again and made sure rhe RSA was centered best i could ( no seating slot on the shield like there is on the FS )..and then i put it back together and was able to catch the slide release this time.
I took it apart several times and most times the slide release would catch, but a few more times it would not.
Is this just a little quirk with the gun?
Any hints on assembly ?
JMichaelTX
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I have disassembled/reassembled my Shield a number of times and have never had this issue. I have also watched many YouTube videos, and have not seen anyone report this issue.
If you have not read the Owners Manual, you can download the S&W M&P Shield Owners Manual from:
S&W Firearms Owner's Manuals
In the Owner's Manual, there are detailed instructions for disassembly/reassembly of the gun.
Here is a great video for the disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly:
[ame=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2NiFPNUU_MU&list=PLJRy9yFn5iq90exc0FAwYJOOF7PIIgnc-&index=26]How to Clean and Lubricate the S&W Shield[/ame]
