S&W M&P M2.0 Shield - Page 1

Posted: 10/12/2017 5:28:26 PM EDT

New on Brownells:
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Looks the same with new texture and I assume M2.0 trigger. Models with a Crimson Trace Laser as well.

Posted: 10/12/2017 5:36:33 PM EDT

[#1]

Liked my Shield 45 so much, I sold my Shield 9 in anticipation of the new version almost a year ago now. Maybe I will wait though and see if they do a rebate...

Posted: 10/12/2017 6:05:30 PM EDT

[#2]

They need to quit fluffing off and get the core performance center 2.0 on the market.

Why they feel the need to make all the guns that probably sell best first is beyond me

i want the one i want.

Posted: 10/12/2017 7:40:01 PM EDT

[#3]

I really don't understand Smith's fascination with miniature serrations on the front of the slide.

Posted: 10/13/2017 6:30:40 PM EDT

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I use it as a press check. Very handy imo.

Posted: 10/13/2017 6:35:33 PM EDT

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Liked my Shield 45 so much, I sold my Shield 9 in anticipation of the new version almost a year ago now. Maybe I will wait though and see if they do a rebate...

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I like my .45 shield to. 7 rounds magazine in a small packages is hard not to like. Like you I'll wait for a rebate of some kind before picking 9mm up.

Posted: 10/13/2017 11:18:54 PM EDT

[#6]

That 2.0 texture is awesome in hand but does not sound particularly pleasant against bare skin.

Posted: 10/14/2017 8:16:53 AM EDT

[#7]

Meh... About as "revolutionary" as Glock's Gen5 offerings

Sad really, all the hype for absolutely nothing...

Posted: 10/14/2017 8:27:29 AM EDT

[#8]

I liked my .45 Shield so much that I bought the ported PC 9mm. I already have a great trigger, but the grip could be more aggressive. Both had the low price and the $75 rebate, so I am happy with them.

Posted: 10/14/2017 8:40:43 AM EDT

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Liked my Shield 45 so much, I sold my Shield 9 in anticipation of the new version almost a year ago now. Maybe I will wait though and see if they do a rebate...

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I did the same.

Posted: 10/14/2017 3:45:51 PM EDT

[#10]

eh, ill keep my original shield 9. I kick myself regularly not getting in on the PSA Shield 45 deal for like $275 and then rebate months ago.

Posted: 10/14/2017 3:50:50 PM EDT

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Liked my Shield 45 so much, I sold my Shield 9 in anticipation of the new version almost a year ago now. Maybe I will wait though and see if they do a rebate...

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GLWT

The rebates were created to clear out existing stock of v 1.0.

Posted: 10/14/2017 4:06:58 PM EDT

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That 2.0 texture is awesome in hand but does not sound particularly pleasant against bare skin.

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I agree the textures have great feel in my hand but not on carry skin. With that said i owb carry and don't feel it rubbing on my skin.

Posted: 10/14/2017 5:22:32 PM EDT

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Meh... About as "revolutionary" as Glock's Gen5 offerings

Sad really, all the hype for absolutely nothing...

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Ok, I gotta ask then - what would be up to your level of hype? I see this come up on all these new offerings, and just can't understand this logic.

A better trigger with an improved reset, aggressive texture, front serrations aren't enough? Compared to a Gen 1 shield- I think they packed in a bunch of improvement.

Posted: 10/14/2017 5:59:53 PM EDT

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The rebates were created to clear out existing stock of v 1.0.

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Probably in part, but they had rebates on other lines as well that did not just get an update. I am in no rush and now we know how low they can go. Carried the 45, never carried the 9, so I can wait.

Posted: 10/14/2017 8:09:33 PM EDT

[#15]

Just spent $180 less on a gen 1. I wish I had gotten in on the rebate, but that was at wedding time and couldn't spare the funds. Now, dual income and we are buying guns like crazy

Posted: 10/14/2017 8:19:03 PM EDT

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Ok, I gotta ask then - what would be up to your level of hype? I see this come up on all these new offerings, and just can't understand this logic.

A better trigger with an improved reset, aggressive texture, front serrations aren't enough? Compared to a Gen 1 shield- I think they packed in a bunch of improvement.

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Quoted:
Meh... About as "revolutionary" as Glock's Gen5 offerings

Sad really, all the hype for absolutely nothing...

Ok, I gotta ask then - what would be up to your level of hype? I see this come up on all these new offerings, and just can't understand this logic.

A better trigger with an improved reset, aggressive texture, front serrations aren't enough? Compared to a Gen 1 shield- I think they packed in a bunch of improvement.

Ok, for starts they could have actually put a good trigger in the gun, not just polished the same turd and called it "better". The M&P 2.0 I handled did not feel that much different than the original. Still a mushy break, which was my problem with the 1.0, not the reset.

Second, the front serrations are a joke... That little quarter inch tall strip of six measly serrations is nothing to get excited about.

The only real noteworthy improvement is the grip texture. I do like that a lot.

My point was, all the changes implemented could have just been in the form of technical changes on the Shield production line. There is nothing "2.0" about it, just a few minor improvements.

Posted: 10/14/2017 8:38:32 PM EDT

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This is why I sanded down the left side of the grip on my 45 Shield a bit. The rough texture on the other side, back strap, and front are more than enough for a secure grip.

I also fixed the slide release so it can be released one handed.