Smith and Wesson just released the new M&P Shield

[jim28080]

Sorry I didn't get to shoot yesterday... I went this morning. I put 150 of my 147 grain reloads through the new shield and followed with 25 Speer Gold Dots 147 grain. It functioned perfectly.
I shot both magazines 1 after another until I ran out of ammo.
I tried strong hand ,weak hand and even tried to limp wrist with my strong hand,no problems at all.
The trigger is very nice, it seems a little heavy but breaks crisply and helps to keep shots on target. I'm no super shooter but could keep my shots in a fist sized cluster even shooting fast at 7 yards. Thats about as good as I can do with my 1911.
I really like this gun in case you couldn't tell
Oh, buy the way, recoil was milder than I expected. I think the grip shape has a lot to do with that.
I think my wife is gonna steal this one too!!

 

[kris7047th]

Personally, I don't want to rely on "probably". Thumb safety = deal-breaker, for me.

The safety does NOT interfere with the gun in any way. It recessed enough that you won't even notice that it is even there. But, it was designed to be there because of some fool who will shove it into a pocket with lack of due regard. IMO it should not be a deal breaker. I suspect some are using that as an excuse why to not buy. A low priority when you look at the positives of the Shield .. it's *functionality* and quality.

 

[CajunBass]

I saw one this afternoon. MY LGS got eight of them in today they said. They had five left. I put one of those on layaway.

 

[ladder13]

You guys are killin' me, I may have to take a look at one.

 

[kob ymax]

actually looking to purxchase can't seem to find one

 

[Fugs]

Mine should be coming in today. If you've got a Cabelas nearby, give the number a call that they have on their website.

I called them last Wednesday and I'm picking it up today. None of my LGS have been able to get any for 6 weeks, but I know of two buddies that have gotten a shield from Cabelas in the last 3 weeks.

 

[37thguy]

Just found one "out West" should have it in a few days. Can't wait. I have been calling all over the country looking for one that wasnt $700=.

 

[D Rock]

Went to my favorite LGS last Friday.

They had one you could look at but wasn't for sale.

Dave