Posted: 11/13/2015 1:46:53 PM EDT
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So, got an email from S&W about the new ported Shields. Thoughts? I own a full size M&P 40 and an M&P 40c. Wanted something a little thinner to carry IWB than my 40c.
I see lots of places having sales on the (I assume older versions) of the shields for $399. |
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The ported barrel and fiber optic sites are questionable upgrades to what is primarily a CCW, not competition weapon in my mind. Perhaps the thought is to make it a better choice for female competition shooters?
Potentially having all the gases/debris shoot back at you (due to the short ported barrel) isn't what I'd want in a defensive weapon...and night sights would be much better than fiber optic. Hard to know what Smith was thinking on this one. 
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I watched a review on this new PC Shield alongside the regular Shield on YouTube. The person reviewing seem very competent with firearms and the Shield in general. Performed multiple drills and had a nighttime shot between both versions. He did not notice any difference in muzzle flash, and in the video it looks the same.
He had zero complaints, neither debris to the face or hands. But did note that recoil seemed less felt on the ported model. |
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As to a "speed rock" you need to slightly cant the pistol away from you (practice, practice, practice). Look were the porting is on the new Shields, like a V you're gonna have to cant it quite a bit LOL 
I stand by what I've said, I'll stick with the non ported version. Nice looking millwork on your Glock / KKM 
...the warning label on the KKM reinforces my point 
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