Shield vs Shield EZ 9

[Mastrogiacomo]

I'm excited about the new EZ version of the Shield but I've yet to see a side by side comparison. Everything on Youtube is against the .380 EZ.

Does anyone have both the original (or 2.0) to compare with the new model? I'm curious is the EZ 9 is the same size or if there are any differences in capacity. Thank you.

Laura

 

[Marshal Tom]

I think you may be confused about the two firearms. The Shield is in 9mm, .40 or .45 in Gen1 or two versions. The Shield EZ is only in .380 and is a whole different animal. I have handled and shot an EZ that a woman had in one of my classes. They are a medium sized semi auto with a grip safety. Their claim to fame is the fact that the slide is extremely easy to rack compared to other .380's and .9mm pistols. All I have read about them is that they run well and are accurate. I do believe that the early ones had some issues with the mags and that this has been corrected.

 

[Jim1392]

I think you may be confused about the two firearms. The Shield is in 9mm, .40 or .45 in Gen1 or two versions. The Shield EZ is only in .380 and is a whole different animal. I have handled and shot an EZ that a woman had in one of my classes. They are a medium sized semi auto with a grip safety. Their claim to fame is the fact that the slide is extremely easy to rack compared to other .380's and .9mm pistols. All I have read about them is that they run well and are accurate. I do believe that the early ones had some issues with the mags and that this has been corrected.

They have a Shield EZ in 9mm now it's brand new with the same grip safety.

 

[Bill 76]

Tom: Brand new today EZ M2 9mm.

 

[7tcu]

Yea their web site shows the new 9mm EZ, don't know where you would get one as yet. Going to a gun show in Pasadena Saturday may be one there.

 

[7tcu]

Just thinking about others who have tried to get the 9mm more friendly for women was Walther, they have the CCP but it is a jamming piece, as it is very sensitive to limp wristing. I may have or wait this one out and see if it will work.

 

[Wavygravy]

I have no side by side pics to show comparison. The overall length of the new EZ9, however, is 6.8" compared to the Shield 2.0 at 6.1". Barrel length -- 3.75" for EZ9, 3.1" for Shield.
The grip length is also a bit longer on the EZ9.
Overall the size of the new EZ9 is more similar to the M&P 3.6 compact.
Here is a size comparison of the Shield 9 and the M&P 3.6 Compact. The size of the new EZ9 is almost exactly that of the 3.6 Compact (except for a slightly smaller grip length and a slimmer width).
Smith & Wesson M&P 9 M2.0 3.6" Compact vs M&P 9 M2.0 Shield size comparison | Handgun Hero

 

[Sheepdogged]

Laura, given the newness of the M&P 9 EZ, there may not be many responses for awhile, but here are the "product spec sheets" from the "Dealer Resources" section at the bottom of most pages on Smith & Wesson's website.

The spec sheets provide more specifications than the regular page consumers normally see (e.g. height). If a spec is left out, you can generally find it on another spec sheet of a similar model.

https://snwcdnprod.azureedge.net/sites/default/files/spec-sheets/12436-12437-mp-specsheet_102919.pdf

https://snwcdnprod.azureedge.net/sites/default/files/spec-sheets/11806.pdf

I've owned an M1.0 Shield in 9mm and I currently own a Performance Center Shield M2.0. Right off the bat the M&P 9 Shield EZ is a longer gun with an overall length of 6.8 inches compared with the standard Shield (non-EZ) which comes in at 6.1 inches. It's taller and wider as well.

I find this website pretty helpful in visualizing the size difference. You just need to plug in the length, width, and height from the spec sheets. Easy Size Comparison

 

[Mastrogiacomo]

Thank you for the replies folks. Yes, I knew it was new but I didn't realize how new until I started my search. It'll be interesting to see how it sells, the reliability and if it makes my state. While I have no problems with the majority of the guns I've handled and own, it would be nice to find something for the day when hand strength is lacking. Glad it's available in the 9mm too..... Thank you again people!

 

[Coverdog]

All I have read about them is that they run well and are accurate. I do believe that the early ones had some issues with the mags and that this has been corrected.

Tell that to the people that are still having the problems. On this forum and others there are plenty of posts about stove pipes and failure to extract with no fixes for them. Many have sent in mags and guns only to get them back with the same problems and a few that run better but still fail. Also some that seem to at least for now run right.

 

[gonerydin]

Yea their web site shows the new 9mm EZ, don't know where you would get one as yet. Going to a gun show in Pasadena Saturday may be one there.

At least one LGS has them in stock for $399.


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[CB3]

I wonder if the longer barrel and slide allow S&W a little more room to play with the recoil spring set up to make the slide easier to rack. More mass in the slide may help tame recoil and perhaps allow for lighter recoil springs. The new EZ is also about 5 oz heavier than a Shield 2.0.

 

[Buckeye63]

Smith & Wesson M&P 380 Shield EZ vs M&P 9 M2.0 Shield size comparison | Handgun Hero

Here is a comparison

 

[Vandal320]

Mr Gunsngear has a YouTube video up comparing both the 380ez and the 9ez.

 

[Wavygravy]

Smith & Wesson M&P 380 Shield EZ vs M&P 9 M2.0 Shield size comparison | Handgun Hero

Here is a comparison

Thanks! They didn't have that comparison up yet yesterday when I posted here.

 

[robrossk]

Saw a NIB 380 EZ at a gun show for a crazy low price (before S&W $50 rebate). Included S&W bag, range kit, etc. Seems now I know why such a good deal. BTW I did buy it. Pick it up this weekend!

 

[Marshal Tom]

I stand corrected. Try to stay up on all of the new stuff and usually am right on top of it but missed this new entry. Sounds interesting.

 

[Ranger17]

For what its worth, i see my local Cabelas shows the new model in store. Not that they have it on sale yet but that could be a nice way to compare different models in person.

Just an fyi

 

[markmiela]

I'm excited about the new EZ version of the Shield but I've yet to see a side by side comparison. Everything on Youtube is against the .380 EZ.



Does anyone have both the original (or 2.0) to compare with the new model? I'm curious is the EZ 9 is the same size or if there are any differences in capacity. Thank you.



Laura

The new ez is bigger than the original Shield. Has two 8 round mags. I did not shoot it but I did rack the slide and dry fired it. Two finger rack and pushed the follower all the way down to the bottom of the mag with ease. The trigger has less travel and the break is clean.


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[rvforever]

I have just got the new 9 Shield EZ. I also have the 380EZ and had the original Shield 9. Both the 380 and 9 EZs are larger than the Shield. The new 9 is slightly larger than the 380.