New 2.0 Compact 3.6”

[rbuzz]

Congratulations on your new 2.0 Compact. I've been eyeing the M&P 2.0 compact, especially the 3.6" barrel version, for a while. It looks like quite a gun, even more attractive with the $50 rebate.
Then I realized that I already have a 1.0 Compact, and with the full size magazine, it is for all intents and purposes the exact same size as the 2.0. Realizing this, I don't know if it's worth the money for me to buy the 2.0.
I never did like the 1.0 with the regular magazine, the grip is just too short, but with the full size mag, it's very comfortable. It's not as good looking as the grip on the 2.0 because of the X-grip extension, but still very comfortable to shoot. The trigger on my 1.0 Compact is very good, and the texture on the grip is fine as is.
I still would like to get the 2.0 and may eventually, but honestly the 1.0 with full size grip is great the way it is.

 

[gaguideman]

I really enjoy mine. The 3.6"" barrel is in that sweet spot of barrel length for my taste. It and my CZ P07 area just the right size for me.

 

[Arndog123]

I've been eyeing the M&P 2.0 compact, especially the 3.6" barrel version, for a while. It looks like quite a gun, even more attractive with the $50 rebate.
Then I realized that I already have a 1.0 Compact, and with the full size magazine, it is for all intents and purposes the exact same size as the 2.0. Realizing this, I don't know if it's worth the money for me to buy the 2.0.
I never did like the 1.0 with the regular magazine, the grip is just too short, but with the full size mag, it's very comfortable. It's not as good looking as the grip on the 2.0 because of the X-grip extension, but still very comfortable to shoot. The trigger on my 1.0 Compact is very good, and the texture on the grip is fine as is.
I still would like to get the 2.0 and may eventually, but honestly the 1.0 with full size grip is great the way it is.

You can add Hyve +3 extensions to your 1.0 to make it similar to a 2.0. Someone on this board said X-grip will be coming out with a sleeve so you can use a 2.0 compact mag on a 1.0 compact.

Here's a pic of my 2.0 compact 3.6" next to my 40c with a Hyve +3 extension, SL 9mm conversion barrel and Talon grips. I basically turned my 1.0 into a 2.0.

 

[rbuzz]

Thanks for the picture of your M&P Compact 1.0. That pretty much confirms my idea that the 1.0 with the X-grip is about the same size as the new 3.6" 2.0.
I have a slightly different setup but I think the dimensions are the same. I am using the 1.0 with the full size magazine and the X-grip sleeve as in the picture below, so basically I have the same capacity as a full size gun but with the shorter barrel. Plus I have the Crimson Trace laser grips on mine which is a nice extra which I don't believe is available on the 2.0.
As much as I would like to get the 2.0, I'll probably buy something that is not so similar to something like I already have. There's a lot to choose from out there.

 

[jjpinnacle]

Thanks for the picture of your M&P Compact 1.0. That pretty much confirms my idea that the 1.0 with the X-grip is about the same size as the new 3.6" 2.0.
I have a slightly different setup but I think the dimensions are the same. I am using the 1.0 with the full size magazine and the X-grip sleeve as in the picture below, so basically I have the same capacity as a full size gun but with the shorter barrel. Plus I have the Crimson Trace laser grips on mine which is a nice extra which I don't believe is available on the 2.0.
As much as I would like to get the 2.0, I'll probably buy something that is not so similar to something like I already have. There's a lot to choose from out there.

Actually, the 1.0 Compact with the X-Grip is about 5.5" tall whereas the 2.0 Compacts are 5.0" tall. However, the 1.0 with the pinky extension (for the 12 round mag) is about 5.0" when measured from the front bottom end. I've included an image to show you what I mean.

Also, anyone who is thinking about buying the new 3.6" (or any other M&P, except for the Shield), Smith & Wesson is running a $50 Rebate program this Summer. Here are the details (I just bought another 3.6" and submitted my rebate form):

Smith and Wesson is offering a $50 rebate for M&P Purchases (excluding the Shield) made from June 29, 2018 through September 2, 2018.

Here's a link to the Promotion:

2018 Summer Savings Promotion | Smith & Wesson

Here's a link to the Rebate Submission Form:

https://www.smithandwessonrebates.com/#/home

Enjoy!

 

[S&WWheelGun]

Well shoot. Looks like I need to order a 3.6” for the shop and see how it feels. May have to add one to the stable!

 

[00 buck]

Dang...the more I shoot this gun ( MP 2.0 3.6 bbl) the more I like it.

Going in the safe are my glock19...hk p30sk v1 lem... walther ppq 9mm 4 inch
Still like my Sig P320 compact though...will rotate it

 

[00 buck]

Smoky Mountain Guns & Ammo - *NEW* S&W M&P 2.0 9MM 3.6" 15RD BLK NMS

In stock

 

[kthom]

I'll say this! If (and I hope it happens) S&W releases an M&P45 compact with a full size but shorter grip (maybe 8 rounds?) and a 4" or .3.6" barrel, I'll be on it like stink on a tumblebug!

 

[ladder13]

Interesting gun, what took them so long to bring this out? Looks like they’re about to sell a ton of em’.

 

[Jhnnywalter]

I have noticed my M&P's, 1.0 and 2.0 Compact safe gun have a larger trigger guard than my Glock. I tried the P10c and didn't care for it feel wise. I will buy a 2.0 FS or a G19X next. G19X just for chits and giggles and the wife likes them. Friend brought his by the house and she liked it. Color and the neat extended mags. Color matches her AR in FDE. WOMEN!

 

[wnderr]

My 3.6" is out for delivery today! I am like a little kid at Christmas.

Now, I'm waiting for X-Grip to convert my 9c to a closer cousin.

 

[zspibble]

New M&P 2.0c 3.6" owner chiming in

Hey folks,

Thanks for all the feedback from new owners I just got my 3.6" 2.0c two weeks ago and love it. First handgun, long-time rifle owner, and I plan on using for edc.

A couple of thoughts:

1) A bummer it came in a cardboard box instead of with a plastic case like the 4.0" version. Was hoping for the case because it seems to keep everything nicely organized, magazines and palm swells. Ended up buying a soft-sided case to take it to the range for $20 so I guess it's no big deal once I find a holster.

2) Having a hard time figuring out a OWB holster for it, I suppose it's just too new yet. Hesitant to purchase a holster for the 4.0" model and "make do," because part of the reason I wanted the shorter slide is that I'm slender and don't wear baggy clothing, and wanted to make sure it doesn't peek out below the hem of shirts I'm wearing and I feel like the 4.0" holster will just make the shorter slide pointless for this purpose. IWB seems...uncomfortable, and I don't want to buy all new pants just to accommodate.

3) Love the way it handles, have only put 100 rds through it so far but despite being a novice, and having a tendency to always pull 1"-2 "left of my point of aim, I'm able to keep my shots within a 3" cluster at 7yrds. I think it's more accurate than I'm capable of being, so far, and looking forward to getting better through practice.

4) I did go with the manual thumb safety since you can take it out but you can't add it later. At first it was really getting in my way for racking the slide, but I'm already getting used to racking "around it." It just seems like a HUGE manual safety for the size of the gun.

5) Planning on upgrading to some sort of tritium sight at some point, as well as a light. Interested to see what the shorter rail will accommodate.

6) I rented the shield before purchasing the 2.0c, the shield felt waaaay too small in my hand to fire accurately, and I have small hands. Double stack is much more comfortable.

7) With the 17rd mag and mag extender, this feels just like the full-size 2.0 I rented at the range. I can get a full grip with the 15rd mag, so it's a moot point.

8) When I handled the 4.0" version, all I could think was "dang this feels very front-heavy." In an imbalanced sort of way, most of the weight out in front of my hands, making the front of the firearm want to dip. I'm sure this helps for recoil, but there's hardly any recoil with the 9mm and I'm not strong/used to firing handguns. The 3.6" version feels like the weight is much more centered above my grip. Again, novice here.


Cheers!

 

[ScottS]

Hey folks,

1) A bummer it came in a cardboard box instead of with a plastic case like the 4.0" version. Was hoping for the case because it seems to keep everything nicely organized, magazines and palm swells. Ended up buying a soft-sided case to take it to the range for $20 so I guess it's no big deal once I find a holster.

Huh. Mine came in a nice plastic box, with a place for all the goodies.

Wonder what that's all about.

 

[zspibble]

Strange!

I even called S&W to confirm that I didn't get okey-doked by gallery of guns, and they said the 3.6" ships in a cardboard box instead of a plastic case.

No idea what that's about!

***Edit: Perhaps it's because I ordered the manual safety version (#11694) and yours is without? I had to wait a looong time for it to be available when the non-safety versions were available from lots of sellers.***

 

[ScottS]

Strange!

I even called S&W to confirm that I didn't get okey-doked by gallery of guns, and they said the 3.6" ships in a cardboard box instead of a plastic case.

No idea what that's about!

***Edit: Perhaps it's because I ordered the manual safety version (#11694) and yours is without? I had to wait a looong time for it to be available when the non-safety versions were available from lots of sellers.***

Well, I checked the outside of the case, and the SKU/Serial is correct (thought maybe they stuck it in a box for a 4”). Maybe it is the thumb-safety. Seems like a shaft if it is, though.

 

[zspibble]

Well, I checked the outside of the case, and the SKU/Serial is correct (thought maybe they stuck it in a box for a 4”). Maybe it is the thumb-safety. Seems like a shaft if it is, though.

Such a shaft! Double-checked my own box, and the sku/serial number on the sticker stuck nicely and seemingly un-tampered with on the outside of the cardboard box matches the serial on my firearm.

:-(

 

[Arndog123]

That's weird. Mine came in a plastic box. Maybe they're selling so many that they're running out of plastic boxes.

 

[Well Armed]

Such a shaft! Double-checked my own box, and the sku/serial number on the sticker stuck nicely and seemingly un-tampered with on the outside of the cardboard box matches the serial on my firearm.

:-(

Maybe Gallery of Guns placed an order with them being in a cardboard box at a cheaper rate... I'm thinking this may just be a GoG thing...

 

[zspibble]

That's weird. Mine came in a plastic box. Maybe they're selling so many that they're running out of plastic boxes.

Is yours the model with the thumb safety?