Question for shield owners

[Wingincamera]

For conceal carry I went from a 38 Smith & Wesson Chief's special to a SCCY CPX 2. I carried the SCCY for years, then when my wife wanted to CC we went to a local store where you could rent as many guns you wanted to try out for $10.00 on Wednesdays. We tried out everything they had, my wife settled for a Glock 43. I really liked the Glock 43, along with the Walther PPS M2 and the Shield 9mm. After trying all of them out, going back and forth between these four (including my SCCY) I found I continuously shot better with the Shield. That was the main reason for picking the Shield, second was the price. The Walther was in second place, then the Glock 43 and last my SCCY.

I decided to switch my CC to the Shield simply because I could shoot better with it. I liked the feel of all of them, each had something a little different. My choice is just how they all felt to me, so it can be different with each person.
After doing your internet investigations to narrow your search down, if possible find a place where you can try out all of them. Since it is a rental gun, you will probably have to purchase their ammo to use in it.

 

[Tigr2141]

I got the PC Shield in 9mm, but compared it against the Walther PPS. Both are nice, and the PPS offered a front rail for light or laser, but the lower perceived recoil of the Shield won me over.

 

[oldsoldierlw]

Chose M&P Shield over Glock 19

Purchased first handgun since leaving the Army 25 years ago. Did some research got the Taurus 85 .38 special snub nose for my first conceal carry gun. Shooting at the range the sub nose was tough to shoot. Range folks gave me the Glock 19 to shoot was way better gun for my large hands. Saw the M&P Shield held it and it seemed better to hold and the ergonomics a good feel. Did some searching online and just decided for the money the Shield was the way to go. Of course the Glock price was $100 more. Very glad I got the Shield still learning to shoot it but the ergonomics make me want to shoot it.

 

[okiegtrider]

When I picked up my Shield I didn't do any comparisons or consider other guns. I wasn't even in the market for a gun at all at the time. But a friend had one and he so enthusiastically recommended it, and pretty much insisted that I take it and shoot it. So I did. I liked it right away so I went out to find one of my own. Great little gun, no issues, no gripes. It just works. Glad I have it.

 

[thumper151]

Prefer shield 45

I have a shield 45 and XDS 45. The shield is by far better in my opinion. My shield is having slide issues which I have sent back to the dealer for repairs. If they can fix, I highly recommend the shield.

 

[markmiela]

I looked at the Shield and Glock 43. I am limited to 10 rounds so it was between these two. I ended up with the Shield. I have had zero issues with my Shield, always keep it clean and lubed.


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[030201_S&W]

It appears the barrel chamber slick & spotless clean is a necessity watch item.