Shield Price

[vigil617]

Makes me wonder if S&W will increase the MSRP from $449, perhaps at the anniversary of its introduction, in April 2013 due to the huge success of the pistol. I can see plus and minus reasons to do so. The company would risk being perceived as being opportunistic and price-gouging in the current climate, but on the other hand, demand wouldn't likely drop enough to make any immediate difference, and S&W is in business to make money.

Personally, I wouldn't be surprised to see a $499 MSRP, making this still an excellent value in a CC platform. Where else are you going to buy a reliable, ultra-concealable, large caliber self defense pistol for that kind of money? If the MSRP does go up, then the $550 LGS price you're seeing now wouldn't be unreasonable.

All I can say is, if you can get one for less, go for it. But prices aren't likely to drop on this pistol; if anything, they will go up. People keep talking about "when the demand levels off," and I just don't see that happening -- at least in such a way that the current MSRP will stay in place. Just my humble opinion; YMMV.

 

[josywales]

Well...the Shield is a good value at $450. Past that, I'm out. The AWB panic has effected all guns, in the sense that folks, including women, who are racing to a License to Carry a firearms. The Shield is on the tip of everyone's tonque, so it's benefitting from the fury.

You could be right that the price will increase, but I tell you I won't be paying more than $500 out the door.

 

[MPShield1]

I paid $590.00 and it really hurt. I waited for over 4 months for one to even be available. When, I got there the line for that item was over 40 deep of people 'on the list'. I was offered $650.00 cash as I walked out. My conscious would never allow me to do that. I spent everything I had saved, so walked out without ammo or holster.

 

[t1.8matt]

$560 here at a gunshow in PA. for a 9mm Shield.

 

[Dino1]

I'm in Canton OH. Where did you purchase yours?
I really want a 9mm. Shot my buddies 40, and love the feel of the gun. Going to get rid of my LC9 if I can find one $500 or less.

I paid 429.00 for mine at Fin Feather and Fur, right about the time you posted this. And I live near Canton in Magnolia

 

[Pointer1]

paid 399.99+ tax first of March LGS in AR. Received 5 and were gone by in of the day

 

[Plinker99]

Smith and Wesson's MSRP is only $449. They're starting to show up at dealers near Tallahassee. Unless you want it BAD, I'd wait.

I got on two waiting lists at LGS in town. Heard through a local gun forum about 10 that came into a small shop in South Georgia. Called and got an FFL to transfer for me. The NEXT DAY, one of the waiting lists called me.

Good luck in your search!

 

[mailman390]

$540 plus shipping and cc fee...total $585 for the Shield 9mm on GunBroker.com I see now they are going for $600 and more!

 

[wyccad915]

I paid $590.00 and it really hurt. I waited for over 4 months for one to even be available. When, I got there the line for that item was over 40 deep of people 'on the list'. I was offered $650.00 cash as I walked out. My conscious would never allow me to do that. I spent everything I had saved, so walked out without ammo or holster.

Damn, I would tell them to f*ck off. You wait in that line and all they can offer you is $60. Hats off to you to not selling it though. How long did it take you to get the holster and ammo? I would be going crazy.

 

[IamJAd]

I'm in California. You can't find one at any price.

 

[CADMAN88]

S&W M&P 9mm Shield at G and R Tactical

$445

 

[Richiep]

Got mine today

I got my Shield today, ordered it 12/29/12 and paid $439 at G.A.T.Guns.
My problem is I enjoy our M&P 9C and Bodyguard 380 more that the Shield. If you count the Model 39 I have to many mouths to feed.
It's a nice gun however it just does not do it for me.

 

[Bugkiller99]

I searched for months. LGS said "hope to get one soon" until I gave up with him when I found he had a waiting list. But wouldn't admit he had one. One of his employees slipped and asked me if I was on it. I won't be back.

I just kept calling regional gun shops within 100 miles every day when until I finally got lucky. Got one of each for $449 a piece.

I have seen $550 at gun show in Atlanta lately. They had several. And LGS asking $659. So it's had bad do you want, how much effort are you willing to put into it.

 

[Lost Lake]

their gun and your money.
2 bags- 1 with money and 1 with gun.
your call.
if someone "OFFERS" me more than i paid for anything at all then i am not supposed to sell it- if i choose to do so?
if i "OFFER" it for sale at a later date should i "OFFER" it at the price i paid or less?
you set your price- to buy or sell.
i set mine to buy or sell.
they may agree or disagree.
i do not have to buy or sell.
my thoughts.
fire resistant suit is on now!

No need for the fire suit. Nobody knows what the heck you're babbling about!!

 

[Houdini1953]

I paid $419 plus tax and a 10 dollar background check for out the door for about $475 last year after being on a waiting list for 5 weeks, and with the way things are now if you can afford it and really want the weapon then it is a fair price just not one that I would pay, get the price up front wherever you go and in writing not by word of mouth!

 

[nickel plate]

$499.00 BASE PRICE for a 9mm non-Cali off roster "free world" version in early February, 2013, Central California. If you haven't yet seen the rostered Cali version, it has amongst other things a red painted cartoon like rooster comb/shark dorsal fin pop-up on top of the slide that indicates that the weapon is loaded (shaking my head in embarassment). The drills and hoops out here for ANY handgun purchase is to say the least a trying experience. Absolutely enjoy this clean and efficient handgun.

 

[Nevadadvx]

Someone just posted Kittery has 63 of them in 9mm for $429.99, just over half way down this page....


http://www.kitterytradingpost.com/b...&+Wesson&sortorder=byprice&sortdirection=DESC

 

[shoot870p]

So if you really want the gun and can stomach being taken for a ride, then it is a fair price.


why is he taken for a ride if he pays a fair price?