M&P 9 Shield EZ PC Vs The Original...How Different Are They?

[@crkelly18]

i hate when people suggest the "type of people" that should use a gun. The gun is for whoever likes it. I've shot and owned quite a few different pistols. I don't have any issues with arthritis and i'm not old. I just like the gun. I like the way it looks, feels in my hand, and shoots. Not only that, with a few mods this gun looks SICK. It looks good with no mods too. Just saying....its all user preference. Don't not buy the gun because the reviewer suggests its for elderly or people who are weak. This gun is AWESOME. Very easy to use and shoot. Thats what you want with an Every Day Carry.

[@Exabyte98]

I'm a dude with no physical impairments to my operation of a handgun, and I find myself fawning over my girlfriend's 380 EZ. It is a very impressive feat of engineering in and of itself. The logic involved in the safeties installed and the administrative procedure planned for in terms of newer shooters being pushed toward safe practices is something to be admired.

[@seamusesparza1943]

I got one for my mom and plan on getting one for myself. It's perfect for men with smaller hands and not a lot of time for the range.

[@georgelewis7892]

I was looking for something for my wife, for a house gun. She is very good with my SR9 and SR40, but she has rheumatoid arthritis in her hands will soon need something easier to manipulate. After watching this video, I ordered the PC, EZ9 in gold color. She loves it! So do I. So I ordered a second one in silver. She immediately claimed the silver one as hers! We shoot these so much on a SALUTE duelling tree, the EZ9s are always dirty. Therefore, I felt it necessary to order a third one, in silver, before I retire (As an LEO, I can legally buy these little gems in California. Once I retire, I cannot)! So we now have a total of THREE, PC EZ9 pistols! Thanks for the great video

[@ernestwalden3894]

I use to carry a glock 19. Until I injured my right arm and hand at work. I Allways have carried sense I was 21. I'm 54 now and the EZ shield deffanitly easier. And less painful to operate

[@voobtoob]

The grip safety absolutely sucks. I had to file and sand it down. Someone at S&W screwed up big time... They need to make a running change and send out new grip safeties to those people who have already bought one.

[@crackboulder4159]

Mine was fine but then again I’m a man

[@Atlas_P_Body]

I'm a new shooter with arthritis in both hands and wrists. Because of that, I didn't think I'd ever be able to handle anything more than a .22 caliber which isn't ideal for defense. So I got the Performance Center version of this gun in 380 and I love it. It has quite a bit more recoil then my .22 obviously, but to my surprise, I CAN still handle it. Only thing I don't like is that after shooting it for a while at the range, that sharp grip safety did irritate my hand. However, in a self defense situation it wouldn't be a problem. I got a good pair of gym gloves to shoot with at the range and problem solved. I can even shoot this gun with one hand and still manage the recoil enough to shoot accurately. I highly recommend it.

[@RA-xl8si]

Another great video. The sharp edges of the grip safety on the PC model is a deal killer....happy with the "regular" EZ9.

[@DrumandPianoDude]

Great video! I'm getting the 9 EZ just because I like the feel of the gun. I regularly carry one of my Glocks (17, 19, 26, 43, 30), and I really like the Smith.

[@clarkrp1960]

I have the .380 EZ and I love it. My only complaint is the capacity. I am waiting for S&W to come out with a double stack with 12-15 rounds.

[@jambajoby32]

That will be perfect!

[@Somethingfishyinc]

Yes

[@wesleycarson9254]

Same. They have come out with a double stack but it doesn't have the grip safety and with toddlers I like to have the extra security

[@ChaimS]

@@wesleycarson9254 They did? Do you have the model number? I can't find it anywhere. Thanks!

[@mulekicker-ut5jl]

Got the EZ 380 for my bride and she has enjoyed it. I would like to get the 9mm but I don’t like the grip safety.

[@CH-tg6zq]

Thanks for the great review and comparison. I have two homes in two different states. My carry gun is the regular M&P Shield 9EZ and I am going to buy another 9EZ to have at my second home. I may buy the Performance Center version now.

[@chrisboyd1408]

I am a big guy 6'2" 250 but I have to admit I love the fact of their performance center version is so soft to shoot, it just makes shooting that much more enjoyable. Also you could probably take a piece of masking tape or electrical tape ride over the edges of that grip safety to keep those edges and cutting into your hand.

[@t1rth]

Similar size here, 6' 0" 230, and I have the 9mm EZ, love it to death. Arthritis blows

[@chrisboyd1408]

@@t1rth I think Smith and Wesson should talk more about people who enjoy a soft shooting pistol.

[@mikiec125]

Thanks for the video and comments im on the taller much heavier lol side. These are firearms I've considered.

[@Catgat37]

The potential of the grip safety biting me is the only reason I don't want it. The reasons that I want it definitely outweigh that. I forced myself to put hundreds of rounds through a 500 magnum to get rid of recoil sensitivity. But I still appreciate a soft shooting firearm.

[@davidholcomb70]

I believe with my dremel tool,and my vacuum attachment I could fix the grip safety

[@benjaminscott8198]

I bought the 380EZ years ago after a car accident caused nerve damage in my left arm. In 2021 I fell and broke my neck, severely damaged my spine and more nerve damage than before. While I like my 380EZ, I will be upgrading to the EZ9 for my birthday this year. Thanks for the review.

[@killersushi99]

*I bought this gun for my dog he loves it! Even with muddy paws he can load it!*

[@dbeelee8564]

Grip safety/back strap safety is a constant topic on the ez series. Let's talk the two different grip safety's. The performance center has the higher raised safety. This does 2 things: it's easier to disengage the safety feature and increases the diameter of the grip as well as changing the grip angle by changing the back strap angle. Along with the flat trigger and the lighter overall weight, the feel of the gun is different. A feel I happen to like more (I have the ez 9 and ez 380 performance center). I purchased the ez 9mm with concerns about the grip safety. Turns out with this frame (the frames are identical between the 9mm & 380), I prefer the higher raised performance center grip feel. I generally don't put more than 50 rounds thru them during a range visit and haven't had any pinch/pain issues from the grip safety. I enjoy shooting both but, might trade in the 9mm for a performance center 9mm. Btw, my wife doesn't like either gun's feel. She does like my p365 though. Everyone is different. I just don't understand some people deciding they don't like a gun by looking at it without holding it much less shooting it.

[@voobtoob]

For some women, it's like buying a pair of shoes...

[@nickseguine393]

Not having seen the performance center would it be possible to grinding down the square edges to feel better? I have the ez and it is nice!

[@kennethglass9813]

Bought the EZ 2.0 for wife and I love this gun. I'm used to a Glock 19 that I have had for over 20 years. I may have to get the PC so we don't get them mixed up! Love all of your videos, Heg!

[@ronmcintire7460]

Nice video comparison. Could you take a Dremel tool to the sharp edges and round them off?

[@voobtoob]

You can easily disassemble the grip safety. There is enough material to round off the edges and make it softer. I've already done it. Only problem is the anodizing will get taken off. S&W needs to make this right for customers who have already bought one.

[@rickquist3992]

The pitch that I heard for the Performance Center grip safety was that it was "enhanced" to assure a more positive engagement. fwiw...

[@Randyt1988]

I bought my wife the pc version in .380 in black and gold. she loves it.

[@chrisprak88]

where did you buy your at?

[@manityenprasert7963]

this model (3.6" barrel and its dimension ) should be made with high capacity double stack magazine to compete with glock 19 and sig p320. hopefully, s&w would respond to this request.

[@TxpNoveske]

Double stack 380 EZ is what I'm looking for. I dont know why they dont make more of them. Low recoil for people who are sensitive and more rounds. I shoot 9mm but I know someone who would do better with 380. Include a mag loader for people with weaker hands.

[@jab6223]

Buds gun shop online

[@residentevil5fan18]

@@jab6223 i don’t like buds they also have a stupid name,

[@binarym]

I have the performance center version and it is awesome. Best pistol I have ever owned. Shoots smooth as silk and more importantly I can get rounds on target fairly reliably. Yes I am older and have a bit of carpal tunnel but I tell you what this gun is fine for those of you who are younger with no medical issues. Do yourself a favor get one!

[@ytTonyZ]

Good news is, one can buy the standard grip safety online or you can do a little file-ing. Cheers, Tony

[@turbografx-1641]

Hey Tony, do you know where I can buy the standard grip safety online? Thanks.

[@ytTonyZ]

@@turbografx-1641 it was at Brownells, but I don’t see it now. May need to do some Google searching. I was thinking of changing my wife’s 9mm EZ to the Performance Center version, but j no one are available right now. I may need to find a standard grip safety at that time. Cheers, Tony

[@turbografx-1641]

@@ytTonyZ thanks for the reply Tony, I found some 3D printed ones on eBay! They are even slimmer profile than the original M&P9 EZ grip safety! They feel perfect with no sharp edges and the safety functions just the same. Take care and God bless

[@ytTonyZ]

@@turbografx-1641 I’ll check that out for her EZ. Cheers, Tony

[@fmaraldo2829]

I can't believe y'all are complaining about the grip safety. I don't have both guns, just the PC model, and I have already out 500+ rounds through it. You can't even feel the grip safety with a high tight grip. such a picky complaint and it probably wouldn't even be a complaint if you didn't have the original to compare to. the sights and trigger are vast improvements.

[@jambajoby32]

Exactly If you hold it right with a good grip, it’s a nonissue

[@brandonthompson9957]

Adding this 5 months later but you can also put the non PC grip safety on the PC model. It's like a $10 part and easily replaced.

[@superkool7]

I agree with you, however I got my wife a PC just the other day after she shot the original and she really does not like the grip safety on the PC. Granted she is a new shooter but nonetheless she did not like the PC specifically for the grip safety. Which was a bummer! But after seeing her hand it definitely did not look comfortable for her. She likes the original. I guess it all depends on what’s comfortable for you! I didn’t mind the PC at all and shit great with it 🤙

[@MegaBait1616]

@@brandonthompson9957 , Is this true ya can just put on the non-PC grip safety ??

[@johnjohnson3447]

It’s a simple thing to switch ouutt the grip safety

[@jvillazl2.055]

Just bought my first handgun its a sar usa 9mm. Could not find anything in stock due to them being sold out because of the pandemic. Dont know what to expect.. based off reviews and videos seems fairly reliable and good but i’ll know once i receive it. I also own a 12 gauge shotgun and looking soon into an AR

[@johnenglish4652]

I've got the 380 EZ and like it. Might get the 9 EZ PC and swap the back out with an original part.

[@just1moretimeagain]

Now if only S&W would come out with a M&P .45 Shield EZ ... it would be a great BIG brother for my 9 EZ. (I LOVE my M&P Shield 9 EZ btw)

[@grominwithrob1339]

I was a small engine mechanic and ended up damaging the Blood supply to my Lunate bone. I ended up having the bone die causing the bones to the right and left of the lunate bone fracture due to the messed up geometry. The whole time I was still fixing tractors and equipment. The doctors finally figured it out after about a year. I had a Proximal Row Carpectomy performed where they eliminated a row of bones. I lost almost all my movement but have 100% of my grip strength for now. I overwork it because shit has to get done. They say with light use it could last 10yrs. I’m on about 4yrs of stupid hard use. When it fails, I will have to have a total wrist fusing with a plate placed on each side of my hand. I worry about what I may end up with. That’s one of the reasons I put my .45’s in the safe and almost exclusively shoot 9mm.

[@christoFlair777]

I’m liking the performance model, rail, with fiber optics and a great look! Sold!!

[@gamehopper111]

Do you think the slide of the performance will fit on original ez?

[@KuyaPow626]

I like everything about the Performance except that grip safety. Can anyone confirm if that grip safety can be replaced by an ordered OEM part? I also noticed there is very distinct looking rust at the end of the barrel, right below the ported hole. Is that normal or cause for concern? It looks bad to me.

[@jeremymontrose2974]

Best shooting gun I have owned.

[@billcurry8982]

Thank you this video helped me out a lot I will not buy the performance center one until they fix that problem Of the grip safety

[@SmokyDaBear710]

I pick up a M&P EZ PC i got for my girlfriend Monday and my Cz p-10 c Thursday!! CANT WAIT!!!

[@chandlerpope6384]

I had a performance center 380. And just traded on a 9mm ez sheild 2.0 and i will say i definitely prefer the feel of the 380 i woukd like to get a performance center 9mm though they arent easy to find unfortunately

[@thefleaflop]

I have both of these and love em both.... Thanks for the video. Do you shoot one better than the other?

[@CaptainVillanueva1]

I got myself the 9mm ez. Its a nice gun. Im a tradesmen so by no means a weakling but thinking ahead I've had hurt my hands bad at work before and hate to be in a situation where I need to use my weapon with hurt hands and cant charge it. These are so easy to rack I can do it with one hand and easy to shoot single handely.

[@nomad753]

Love the S&W Shield line. Looks like a winner.

[@edloeffler9769]

I wonder if the grip safeties are interchangeable?

[@voobtoob]

You can interchange the normal EZ with the PC EZ... I've already looked and grip safeties are sold out everywhere I've looked.

[@JH-oh1in]

The slimmer grip safety makes a big difference in comfort. NDZ ect...

[@Davex-tp5sf]

I just picked one up for my girlfriend she’s broken both her wrists in the past and really has a hard time racking the slide on most of my pistols I have both the Sig P365 and P365XL and she struggles with them to the point of frustration, it makes me want to take it from her and rack it and that frustrates her even more so I’m hoping this is better for her. I got the PC with gold I got her topcat in .22 lr the flip up barrel is nice but the recoil of a 9mm doesn’t bother her. Before I seen this gun I was going to have her try my poly protector.357 using 38 special but that gun has pretty good recoil….

[@pattrevon6753]

Are the slides interchangeable? And if they are can you order a performance slide anywhere?

[@LilYeshua]

Performance center grip safety probably for a more tactile feel feedback

[@Hegshot87]

Probably but the first one is more comfortable imo

[@williamarmstrong9008]

Like bigger guns with more rounds M&P 2.0 17+ 1 I carry or the Ruger SR9 17+1 the smaller handguns I some use for a backup gun Ankle holster

[@edwalden1784]

Have a Ruger 9E. With my hands I have to hold it between my knees to rack it.

[@garrettlundy3959]

I’ve seen the video of the man missing his thumb (and a finger tip!) one hand a 380 EZ. The engineers that made this series of firearms went above and beyond. These S&W gun are ridonkulous! 🔫 Side note: These guns should only come in gold. Who buys a black Shield EZ?!?

[@UTVols4Life]

Any thoughts on the PC vs Equalizer?

[@denniskirk2627]

Is it possible to switch out the serrated grip saftey

[@swompy5146]

Can that bad safety be fixed or replaced somehow? Just bought the gun.

[@unclecracker5010]

I bought a shield 9mm in april 2020. Love the m&p 2.0 line. Thinking about getting yhe SHIELD in 45acp. Would love to get a S&W revolver. Just love the look of em. Just a beautiful firearm. Maybe a 686 3" or something in a 357. Any suggestions???? Would love to hear some.

[@random_citizen9191]

Wouldnt recommend a larger caliber single stack small frame gun. Those larger calibers will really put the recoil to a very high level. Stick with smaller calibers for smaller guns for more efficient shooting. Hope this helps

[@MrLavajet]

I EDC the Shield 45 m2.0 version and I love it. Lightweight, very flat, and the recoil is surprisingly manageable. Give it a shot, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised :)

[@davidholcomb70]

I have a 686t,I'm small(5'11",150 lbs) I can't conceal that gun. Shoots excellenty,very accurate. For me open carry,it's great,concealed carry not so much.

[@AS-gv3nv]

Hey, I have and LOVE 💘 my M&P shield 🛡 2.0, I would like one if these M&P EZ in 9mm, however, do they make a performance model without the safety in the grip...none of my other guns have safety grips and I have shot guns with them, they are not for me.

[@nicka.4080]

Great video! I agree with you on the grip safety as i own both models, i filed the sharp points with ease and fixed that problem (just dont go crazy just knock off the points) one thi g you didn't mention, and maybe someone did already in the comments, but the fiber optic sights also have tritium for night sights, way cool! Keep the great reviews coming i really enjoy the them!

[@domicruz8746]

If this gun a good fit for new beginner guy? I just bought it and I am advised to get a bigger gun

[@danielk0106]

Just whip out the file and get after that grip safety or put some Talon grip grip tape on it. 🤣 👍 Now if I could just find away to get that SILVER TRIGGER so I could install it on my Shield 2.0 Performance Center 3.1"

[@ccjacks3]

Anyone able to find a holster for one of these with a light?? I bought the Crimson Trace CMR-207 but cant find a holster that will fit.

[@joebust234]

Ask the gun shops around you if they know of anyone that dose 3D print holster

[@edwalden1784]

Wish i could af po rd the S&W shield.

[@mikem.8367]

I'm looking to add another pistol to my to my collection and I'm looking for a new 380. I have a Bursa and I'm looking for one with a floating barrel as opposed to a fixed barrel on the Bursa. Does this model M&P come in 380. If not could you recommend one .

[@RamdomDumbName]

It does. I have the 380 and the 9 and both are great.

[@chrisprak88]

where did purchase ur performace center EZ 9 ? im having trouble finding it for purchase.

[@jimmerrill5471]

Wife just acquired 9mm stock ez. Weak hands kept her away all but her mark 4. Never guess she carry 9mm

[@valoriebedford1125]

Great comparison! Can the sights of the original be changed to those that are on the performance?

[@Mackahroney]

Yes

[@chrisrich534]

Great review do anybody know if the 9mm & the 380 is interchangeable. If i have the 380 and i want to make it a 9mm with barrel and mag?

[@jameschampion1]

I just ordered the performance edition will it affect the warranty on the gun if I file the safety and round it so it fits better? By the way really enjoy your channel

[@Timewaits4no1]

I would say yes since your physicaly modifying the safety, but that's just my guess. I wish they made a version without the backstrap safety. I'm not a fan

[@Hegshot87]

I'd have to say yes but Idk for sure. Thanks man 👍

[@Ghost-Actual]

Sup heg what sights should I put on my mp 2.0 compact in your opinion

[@Hegshot87]

Whats up man. I like Amerglo and Trijicon 👍

[@barthightower6216]

haha. you know that port does not reduce muzzle rise appreciably, haha. cool pistols though. I bought three of the 380 versions. :-)

[@richardmurtaugh9078]

Cost between them?

[@thegoru0106]

Wish it had more capacity, 8 is not good enough for a pistol that this size.

[@chuckcrooks2114]

For a carry gun the performance center version is a waste of money.

[@jambajoby32]

****carries a $550 Sig p365***

[@NativeTexMexican]

I'd rather have the 365 than an EZ. More rounds and you don't have to worry about potentially damaging the grip safety when reassembling the firearm... But that's a personal preference.

[@jambajoby32]

P Villanueva I was just being an ass regarding the complaint of price

[@me77you]

I assume the performance center version still has the 18 degree grip, correct ?

[@random_citizen9191]

I'm curious to know as well

[@ekthirtyfournineseven294]

I honestly cannot feel the grip safety in the performance center

[@joemonkey6979]

Thanks for this video. I was wondering about this comparison.

[@MagicCityWD40]

Liked before I watched the video

[@HeyItsANerd]

lol same

[@KFrank-zk7bi]

I did as well.

[@dennytreiber9314]

Wow that's crazy, me too. Actually with Hegshot I always do.

[@HalfCrazy520]

So a striker-fired pistol has an inherently better trigger than a hammer-fired pistol? I cannot believe you said that out loud...

[@Dv087]

I hate to contradict you but it's a natural known fact that a single stage hammer fired trigger is much lighter than a striker fired handgun. It's like saying a 1911 has a harder trigger pull than a Glock. That wouldn't happen in a million years. I suggest doing a little more research. No offense intended I just thought I'd help you out on the facts.

[@RoninOperator]

Most striker fired guns are spongier than a crisp hammer fired gun.

[@markedwards5383]

I try so hard to watch your videos but I can’t get past the introductions lasting so long. Sorry

[@paulcallaway71]

Hammer fired guns don't have as smooth & light trigger as striker fired guns?? What!? I guess if it's a double action only revolver, sure. Granted, striker fired triggers are getting better but I've not found any striker fired gun that feels better than the trigger on my SAO pistol. And my wife has a 9 EZ and it doesn't feel like a striker fired gun to me...to me it feels like a decent SAO that it is. I don't know, maybe I don't shoot enough pistols to know better, but that's like, my opinion man. That all being said, I do like the feel and function of the 9EZ very much but for me it's a tad big for CCW so I do hope they made a Shield Plus sized version cause I'd throw my money at S&W for that.

[@bigdog4574]

Too large to ccw

[@shojus]

I'm the 100th like, what did I win? ;)

[@Hegshot87]

A chance to watch our next video for FREE!!! 👊

[@shojus]

@@Hegshot87 That's an awesome prize for me! ;)

[@kellyfinney7381]

I went to report this video but the category BORING wasn’t an option! The only part of the video I liked was Mrs Hegshot’s stylish champagne colored mirrored glasses?

[@hillshepherd9444]

Do you think you can do anything more than this old crap! Get the SCCY - DVG , with no read that definitely without a doubt a huge challenge to the Sigg P3 65, and the Springfield hellcat. Well-built gone just a micro size bigger than either one 10+12 mags striker fired, lifetime warranty, warranty follows the gun not the owner, Flat trigger, 5.5 pound trigger pole, well-built, very well-built, made in USA Florida by a man who knows his stuff. Get the gun if you want, shoot it first, and then review it. Do it without the red dot. I’m sick of seeing this channel ready to unsubscribe same crap over and over