Smith and Wesson shield in stock

I just picked up a Shield and a XDS 9mm at LGS. They had 2 of the Shields and 1 XDS so I got one of each to make sure I didn't regret it : ) I did what someone recommended here. I went to S&W site and searched for local LGS. I started dialing down the list and found one a little over an hour away that had them in stock. Made the drive and saw they also had the XDS 9.

Make sure to report back with your thoughts on a head to head comparison!!
 
No I haven't shot them yet but so far I like the feel of the XDS in my hands better. I have medium sized hands so that's just a personal preference. XDS also feels a little top heavier. Like the sights on the XDS. The slide on the Shield is a lot stiffer so I'm not sure if it needs more break in? But it does take some effort to rack the slide back fully.

The slide on the Shield is very heavy. Heaviest of any pistols I've ever shot or owned.
 
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Riley's in Hooksett NH has Shield 40s in stock. 395.00. I believe they will ship FFL
 
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Paid 399.00 OTD 422.00, this was a LEO/Military price, shot 170 9MM reloads (4.6 HP38, OAL 1.12) had one FTE on the fourth mag, that was it, I really like it. Plan to carry this when not carrying my LCR357
 
Paid 399.00 OTD 422.00, this was a LEO/Military price, shot 170 9MM reloads (4.6 HP38, OAL 1.12) had one FTE on the fourth mag, that was it, I really like it. Plan to carry this when not carrying my LCR357

$349 is LE/MIL price for a shield. Are you talking about a full sized 9mm?
 
Purchased a 9mm Shield recently from Hunter's Den in Amelia Ohio. They still had 3 or 4 the other day.
 
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