M&P Shield .45 ACP

[@orcryderz]

Just picked my .45 Shield a couple of weeks ago and I'm in love with it. It is super comfortable and shoots really smooth. Another great product from Smith and Wesson

[@mrunknown3414]

Vernon Hague u still enjoying it thinking about getting it

[@lucasleon2877]

Picked up .40 Shield.... I'm satisfied... Right fit.. powerful round.. fun to practice with..

[@Nnnope]

Let's be true here, everybody wants a grandpa like him

[@lokkas3637]

yes

[@danf2]

mine was, a great compliment to Mr Hickok45

[@PolakeXD]

Yeah :3 My grandpa like guns but unfortunately only the ww1 and ww2 ones :P

[@culpableabyss2241]

Mine is basically him

[@Jargolf86]

I want a Dad like him (Yes, i am too old for having he as Grandpa) xD

[@act4306]

Love watching those .45s hit the gong. My dad once told me that shooting .45 is like chunking a rock, so true.

[@stoopiddub333]

Those gong shots at 5:34 really give you a great point of reference on the drag and drop of the ammo from this weapon because you can see it traveling very clearly. Well done, I watch this video about once a year it seems.

[@scottbarber6694]

Love to see the .45's float in on the gong!

[@bill-un5zg]

That is pretty neat

[@jakewhite1632]

Looks like somebody threw a rock by the time it gets there 😂

[@awjake137]

I always love the way he picks the ammo out of the bowl like candy😄

[@haywoodyoudome]

Like a kid during Halloween.... Trick or treat!

[@tonobaker601]

It’s his leathery fingers and the clickin and clackin bruh

[@jlogan2228]

i heard someone complaining that the .45 was "too heavy" compared to the 9mm version.....2 ounces difference... thats like a chicken nugget weight difference

[@thatsmytwocents4372]

J Logan keep in mind that weight is unloaded. Difference from 45 to 9 is significant.

[@cowboyborn]

It is not that much different between the two. Not enough to complain about and I have owned both and carried both. I still have the 45 Shield and it is my EDC. With any good in the waistband holster the term "too heavy" should not apply unless you are a puss. Besides I have not seen a post about a handgun yet that doesn't have someone complaining about something.

[@aerialheights5680]

@Scott Jarry Liberty Civil Defense 9mm = 444lbs muzzle energy Liberty Civil Defense .45 = *625lbs* - hell yeah .45!

[@aerialheights5680]

@Scott Jarry Which ammo do you prefer?

[@charlesg8320]

It's not that heavy at all I would carry it in a minute

[@billbog25]

I can drink beer and watch Hickok videos all day .. You are the best man - don't ever stop!

[@JosephMatthew]

Case Dismissed Guaranteed are you a meme or are you serious?

[@billbog25]

3MTA3

[@billyunair]

I could too. Wild Bill Hickock 45 is my muse. May sample his voice to use in music overlays. With his permission of course. MK Ultra style. John C. Lily- infusion - (Human Biocomputer).

[@ben_3256]

I own a Glock 22 and the M&P Shield .45. I thought that the .45 would have way more recoil than the .40 but I was wrong. I find that the recoil on the Shield is "pleasant" compared to the strong "snap" of the .40 on my Glock. Your reviews on guns are more invaluable than I think you realize. You provide such a great break down of a firearm that it makes things easier when going to purchase one. God bless from Ohio!

[@joedefazio1464]

40 s&w produces more pressure than a 45 or 9mm. Equals more snap

[@Truetv1]

Shiid.. My 45 Xd got hella recoil.. Its even to a .40 glocc... I got the compact version so I kno that plays a part in recoil too but every 45 Ive shot had recoil except the Remington model...

[@stephaniehoffmannnatividad7834]

Noticed the same with a .45 I shot compared to a .40. Must’ve just been that particular .40 had a lot of recoil!

[@leshemby9430]

I don't buy anything without the hickock 45 review

[@srchnfrcj]

40 has a faster velocity, hence the snap. 45s are big rounds but the mass slows them down some. Both are fine rounds but Im team 9x19.

[@sackett68]

Anybody else watch Hickok's videos even if you are not interested in the gun he is reviewing lol?

[@ancherrera]

I don't know. There are no firearms I am not interested in. LOL

[@sackett68]

Thats true too lol!

[@RedfishInc]

which gun would that be? They're all interesting!

[@RedfishInc]

+hman630 who stepped on your starter button? My reply was to Sackett68 OP.

[@sackett68]

Geeezz guys! all i was saying was that his videos are so good i watch them all even if im not interested in the particular gun hes showing thats all. WOW.

[@keithhill23kh]

*I love the Shield. So glad they listened and made it in 45acp. Might be my next carry gun purchase.*

[@curryraisins172]

Personally I can barely handle the Shield 40, wouldn't even think about a compact 45

[@caleb9422]

Michael Tischuk Go to a local range that rents the shield 45. My compact 45 might push your hand back alittle harder. But the 40 is a lot more snappier, a lot..

[@epaminondas64]

Absolutely agree! I have the shield .45 and its super comfortable to shoot for me. I find both 9 sillymeter and .40 much snappier

[@dogman8356]

Curry & Raisins I have severe arthritis and I handle the 45 better than 380. It's a different recoil , more of a push. Try it

[@JoeRubal-rt5jq]

Try the xds when your at the store

[@tomassoyweyvon4902]

I didn't realize how much of a 40c enthusiast I was until I took an inventory, then, I purchased the shield 45 acp, Its my EDC, what a pleasure to shoot

[@JohnnyRebKy]

45 is so big and slow that if you watch closely you can see the slug going down range lol. Love the 45!! Big, slow, and hits like a hammer!

[@dennis00zilch]

This is one of your best, John! Your coverage of that fly was spectacular. You had my son and I crying there for a minute! Good stuff right there, keep them coming. The world needs more role models like you and your father, thank you both!

[@brianbuchert6382]

Wow you laughed that hard over someone filming a fly??? I bet comedians love you lol

[@JohnStark72]

Bought the weapon partially based on your review and am greatly impressed with it. It lives up to its rep, lightweight, and relatively low recoil. It's now my main carry. Thanks, Hickok45!

[@isEYEcMe]

Thanks for being my firearms expert. I have shot 9s, 40s, 10mm, 357Sigs and I own a 45 stainless Ultra Compact. all the short barrell pistols were louder, had nore blast and flaming powder than the 45 so I went with it, Decision had nothing to go with 'jump'.Keep up the shooting.

[@stilichoaurelian4]

Out of all the people that I watched shooting guns, kickok is by far the most accurate and the most badass

[@Patenotrier]

This guy is one of the most genuine and interesting person on youtube. A very good Firearms advocate! Thanks man!

[@timthompson6284]

12:50 Big John loses his attention on a fly apparently 😂

[@antonio97b]

Smoking too many pots.

[@Funhaus_Ryan]

Loved that part!

[@jeeeeebuscriest]

It sometimes seems like John focuses on things that he wants to bring to his dad's attention, this time I was thinking "man, hickok's going to shoot that bugger if he takes off!"

[@nyforandring]

I laughed so hard!

[@supergrizzidentity]

Tim Thompson haha when you run out of Adderall

[@bigron26048]

Hickok 45, love your videos, especially this one because I have the same Shield .45 and I love it! It's accurate, reliable and a great little shooter!

[@anthonyleverington9374]

I think that's about max range for that particular .45. The bullet is moving slow enough by the time it gets to the gong, that you can actually "SEE" the bullet dropping before it hits.

[@racex428]

I went to the gun shop today with $$$ in my pocket for a glock 27.... i all ready have a g23 tb............the same guy that sold me my g23 put them side by side....not a big size difference....then he asked me what I carry....i had my 9mm shield on me and also switch it out with a g36....he asked what my preference was and what was easier to carry all day long...answer is the shield....he proceeded to hand me 45 ammo and a new rental m&p shield 45 glasses and ears and to the range we went...needless to say I ordered and payed for a m&p shield 45 without a safety...and im embarrassed to say it shoots sweeter than my g36 and the g27....😋

[@brandonmorton2370]

racex428 That's a good problem to have! I'm about to get my CCL and I think this will be my gun of choice.

[@brandonmorton2370]

racex428 How do you like your's? I'm sure you have it and have shot it by now...

[@epaminondas64]

Hell man! Why are you embarrassed to say that? I carried a G21 for over 25 years. I had a G30S for CC and I like my shield .45 a helluva lot better than both! Its more comfortable. Its more accurate than my 21 and a TON more concealable than my 30S. I'm not a Glock hater. They're damn reliable and I can't say I ever had a problem with mine in all those years of duty carry. I just think there are better weapons out there and the Shield is one of em IMO. I only carried a Glockenspiel because its all my agency approved for semi-auto

[@kevinfitzsimmons1258]

do you prefer the g23 or the 45 shield?

[@pottstownpc4647]

I will take the Glock every day. They are the most reliable. Thats the whole point. It goes bang better than any other gun.

[@Jesses001]

I am actually impressed they were able to get that pistol in .45 and still be rather small. I bet it will sell well for them. Personal though, I will stick with the 9mm.

[@tomassoyweyvon4902]

I don't remember when but, Hickok compared the 45 to a 9mm by shooting at the metal paddles, the 9 barely moved the paddles, the 45 swung the paddles to a point where they almost returned after a full swing, big difference the 45 is a Wallop

[@Antichamplol]

Look at that drop when he hits the gong. Looks like a damn sinker being thrown.

[@DigitalHaze65536]

Yeah.....it seems as if the short barrel makes the drop even more pronounced than out of a 4.25"+ length barrel. 50fps is noticeable when it's only 850 to begin with!

[@993isgawd]

Why not? Figure out where to hold, it'll get there.

[@993isgawd]

What adversary? A steel plate doesn't shoot back. Or didn't you know that?

[@jonahwatson6756]

+993isgawd lol

[@Dick_Gozinya]

It's a close-up, self defense weapon, meant to be used within about 10 yards, max, so it's really not an issue. If you take a shot at somebody 80 yards away, it's pretty hard to claim self defense, anyway.

[@richmuniz1763]

Everytime I watch Hickok's videos I realize how inadequate my shooting skills are :)

[@robertwhitcomb6105]

Rich Muniz he shoots and in day out for decades now! Free ammo helps

I have to declare that is true of me too.

[@bodegaboys7475]

Me too

[@sosababy583]

I don’t have skills compared to Hickok. I simply just don’t exist.

[@Vegalyp]

Just bought one today and put about 100 rounds through it, will put more through it tomorrow, but I am really loving this little gun. Despite its smaller size, I can get a really good, strong grip on it. Recoil is the tiniest bit snappy, but not a problem for me. Really loving it.

[@BagpipekilR]

The shield 45 is a close combat, single stack, narrow frame, belt carry pistol no doubt. I appendix carry mine IWB and even with minimal clothing this thing doesn't print at all. The narrow grip is super comfy, and action is dead reliable. Recoil is very easy to deal with, and the hole a hollow plus p round makes at 10 yards is absolutely incredible. Hands down my favorite ccw, thank you, SW!! And thank you hickok45 🇺🇸 God bless!

[@traemoore5457]

Hickock I have watched you for about four years. Your marksmanship skills are phenomenal. I have the 9mm version and love it.

[@armandoperezjr]

Hickok45 is a comedian genius, doesn’t use any curse words, and keeps it viewer friendly.

[@HavocLegionShootingTeam]

I loved my 9mm shield, I cant imagine how much fun a 45 shield is to shoot. Great little carry piece

[@brannonevans3685]

Man, what a sweet, sweet gun. I have a Shield in 9,40 and 45. The 45 is my favorite out of the Shield platform.

[@aviatortrucker6198]

I purchased one the other day it is one of the most accurate small compacts I have ever shot. I love this gun except for one simple problem. The M&P 45 Shield IS NOT an ambidextrous fire arm. Unlike the full size M&P 45, that comes with the tool built into the hand grip and allows you to switch the magazine release from right hand to left handed this one does not allow it because the shape of the magazine release button cutout is different on both sides of the hand grip. One more thing to note the magazines are not ambidextrous either because they only have the notch cut out for the right handed magazine release catch. Ambidextrous magazines have two little notched squares on both sides of the magazine shaft. So yet again I struggle to either learn to shoot weak handed or to suffer the handicap of slow reloading of a left-handed shooter using a right handed firearm. This is probably why some of the mod 2 models that do have an external thumb safety release only have it on the left side of the gun. This is for right handers to release the safety with their their right thumb. There’s no provision like the 1911 that has a thumb safety on both sides of the pistol. I’ve had to deal with this in the military with the M-16 or AR-15 which is strictly a right handed functioning rifle. Otherwise, it is a really great self defense gun to own.

[@ammohead73]

I always love close up's on the gong when you can see the bullet's flight.

[@ryanelliott309]

Everytime I see this man shoot ANYTHING I'm like "this guy is awesome"

[@leshemby9430]

I could be wrong but believe that gong is 80yds

[@1Bowtieluvr]

I've had the shield 9mm for a year and love it. Paid $329 and that was cheap at the time. Just ordered a new shield 45acp for $225 after rebate. I'm really pumped to shoot it after seeing this video. Thanks Hickock45!

[@rcysiFg2]

Shot both, loved both, Went with the Shield .45. I actually liked the extra weight, and I have big hands and it just fit my hands better. Also my groups were just as good with the .45 as with the 9mm. Been super happy with it! And bet my life on it everyday!

[@notsure1686]

I LOVE being able to see the bullet hurling towards the gong. I remember when I thought bullets were like lasers, and as soon as you pulled the trigger, they'd be there instantaneously. What a fool I was!

[@aaronfox5559]

Same here lol I never really thought about it till I watched these videos an could see the bullet before it hit the target I changed my perception for sure. I always thought that bullets where the same too an would always hit in the same place an always went the same speed lol

[@michaelkinaman3483]

bought one yesterday put 200 rounds through it no malfunctions of any kind really has no recoil shoots like the 9

[@mrgrinch14]

Nashvillian here, a native at that! What a rarity! Joking aside, I just wanted to say thank you for all of your excellent videos. I've watched and learned so much from you and enjoy your videos thoroughly. Keep em' coming!

[@ZeroRoze1052]

Watching you smoke them pots breaks my gardener's heart. Still gunna buy me one of these.

[@timdavis5813]

I have one in 2.0 it is my EDC nice little gun with lots of stopping power. Thank you for the video

[@timconley2787]

Got the .45 Shield and it's awesome! Very good ergonomics, very grippy texturing for the hand, shoots surprisingly well for a short barrel, very comfortable concealed carry. Had a 9mm shield but sold it and bought the .45 and I just feel like I've got a better knock down round. Can't say enough about this gun!

[@toddplager8676]

I am by no means a pro, no mater what gun i look up your there i completely appreciate every bit of your info you post. it really helps me make decisions on the right defense weapons for me. Your awesome!!!!

[@J.R.F.23]

Great Review! Between the Shield 9mm & .40 over 1,000,000 have been produced! I'll stick with my 9mm version, but the 45 version is a welcome addition.

[@EvronWard]

Roberts Firearms I got the .45 performance ctr and have shot just about 500 rds through it, no fails, problems, and sweet delivery.

[@colinkelly279]

Ever a reliable source of trustworthy reviews of firearms. Thank You.

[@BigMod167]

Fast forward to 2022. I picked up a 4" M&P 2.0 shield performance center based on your review. Awesome firearm. Absolutely love it.

[@billyunair]

Nice job. My buddy has his performance center shield 9 on offer. Here in 2023. May pick it up with extras. Cheers 🥂

[@williammiller9818]

Thanks, for the review of the M&P Shield .45. I was having trouble with my eyesight. I was having a hard time seeing where the bullets were hitting on the target after each shot. I figured out how to correct it without going to the optometrist by switching from a Kahr P380 to a Smith and Wesson .45 Shield!

[@salthart57]

Hickok45...you know you've made it when Jeff Goldblum pays a visit to your range! Nice camera work, John. ;)

[@hickok45]

Very, very few celebrities would use their real names online, especially in comments on YOuTube. No telling who watches and comments under aliases, of course. Celebrities outside the shooting community have nothing to gain from making it known they like guns, and possibly a lot to lose. We thought it was great that Howard Stern was so vocal and complimentary on air about watching our videos, but most folks in the public eye would not admit watching gun videos.

[@salthart57]

I was referencing the "fly" that paid a visit to the compound, but your point is on point I'm sure.

[@retiredafce3373]

+salthart57 lol

[@Iamjasonallen]

12:44 Jeff Goldblum!

[@charlesmarshall2697]

Having met Goldblum when he was filming a movie here in Beaufort, SC I can tell you his attitude about the second amendment ain't the same as ours. If that actually was him on the table, he was much more interested in being on a pile of what your Golden Retriever left on the ground than watching you test that 45 Shield! There are some good folks who make movies like Eastwood, Willis, Ice Tea and Kurt Russell and there are still more that are not outspoken for obvious reasons. If you ever get a break let me know and I will get you and John out for a day to catch some Bull Redfish or Tarpon.

[@koja6241]

It's is a little heavy but it hides pretty good in cargo shorts . But I don't tuck my shirts in so it blends pretty good.

[@fjdubya5726]

I have the 9mm Shield and I love it. I installed the belt-clip and a Pachmeyer slip-on grip and called it a day. It is hands down my favorite urban EDC piece. I was also intrigued by the 45 version when a friend told me they were available, but since I already have a nice Bersa UC45 which is more solid and loads the same number of rounds, I'm unlikely to go after one any time soon. I'll stick with my Bersa. It's always served me well and was my first handgun, to boot. On that note, I was wondering if maybe YOU, Mr. Hickok45, would actually consider doing a demo on a Bersa UC45 sometime? It's something I've been meaning to ask you for awhile. These truly do have a cult following and are quite reliable and effective carry pieces with borrowed specs from several very successful designs. The gun and caliber are slightly heavy and bulky for year-round EDC in my opinion, but for cool or cold weather when you have a little extra clothing on (and so do bad guys!), it does nicely.

[@curtissemon715]

This video is actually the reason I settled on buying the 45 shield (which I purchased yesterday)

[@haVocHWC3]

I picked this up about a month ago and man does it have a sweet trigger. It's very accurate and the .45 ACP round is totally manageable in this gun. It handles it very well. Big flash and loud noise with not much recoil. It might be my new favorite gun to shoot.

[@Rka1970]

Just got the M@P shield 2.0 .45, what a great pistol, I'm a Glock guy but, this is so much better than the 36.

[@stevederjones7340]

I have a shield .45 I think it's one of the best shooting pistols I've ever owned. Also I think it shoots better at 20 yards then it dose at 10- 15. I have never tried to shoot it at anything as far as you have though

[@joshfelton9393]

this is my primary .45 carry. Love it!

[@brianbuchert6382]

Josh Felton this is also in my carry rotation I carry it a lot it’s my favorite ccw gun it’s a good shooter feels good in hand.recoil not bad at all and most importantly I’m good with it!

[@franksoto2003]

The M&P shield is a #beast

[@traeucity6087]

This is a great firearm. I bought mine when they first came out; and it has been my EDC gun ever since. I upgraded mine with Trijicon HD's, with the yellow front sight; and keep it loaded with Underwood's Extreme Defender ammo. I carry appendix, in a Dale Fricke, Archangel holster; or a Vedder Light Tuck, when I have to tuck in my shirt. To date, I have experienced zero malfunctions; and the gun is as accurate as I am. Living in Texas, and carrying close to the body; I can attest to the corrosion resistance of the slide's finish, as well as the positive traction provided by the grip texturing. It should be noted that an undershirt is advisable, when wearing close to the body; because the grip texture will irritate you when the gun is in direct contact with the skin for a prolonged period.

[@tommywills3794]

I actually have a S&W shield 9mm, I honestly want one in 45 now. That shield is sweet little pistol. Side note, I have some pretty large hands but it fits very well for a compact pistol

[@andyostertag]

Have purchased Shield and XDS both , and personally the Shield was hands down SO much sweeter out of the box than the XDS, and still a favorite grab in my rotation. XDS went away to a different place as we had personality conflicts. I'll add it was a beautifully crafted fit and finish thought, but just loved and shot the shield much better

[@alschoenbeck2615]

Andrew Ostertag I’ve owned both and kept the Shield as well.

[@JohnEllisIII]

I enjoy just throwing your videos up in the background while I draft away at work.

[@aaroncross5026]

Thanks for the new M&P Shield .45 ACP Video Upload!! What a great reliable semi automatic pistol perfect for home defense or EDC purpose, you can not beat the stopping power of .45 ACP Caliber. Also, I really like the dark matte finish on that pistol and the standard steel three dot sight. Accurate & Honest Review, Nice Job Hickok!!

[@davidmiller9984]

45acp best knockdown 2 world wars plus

[@briscoeparanormal7178]

I love my M&P 45, I have a 1911 Colt, built in Feb, 1940 and without a doubt my 2 favorite S-Autos. I'm a wheel man but I may be changing, lol. Thanks again Mr Hickok!

[@FreedomandBaconHomestead]

Love your videos and thank you so much for putting them out. FWIW, I do pocket carry a Shield every day with no problem.

[@3jet3]

Own a /45 ACP S& W Shield- the little one. Added tritium and a Laserguard. You give a great and fair review and you are FUN !!! I am one of those who had to have a .45--Dad started me on one after a few magazines of 22 and 38 (Mod.52) and quickly to the bigs-at age 10. Before that I carried a S&W .44 Mag 2 1/2 inch Talo Bear/backpacker which was a great carry gun if you could wear a coat or jacket, but not in Summer in Iowa. Thanks !!!

[@SamPanamaOfficial]

I'm a bigger guy, and I do manage to pocket carry this gun. I've even ask my fellow concealed carriers several times whether or not they could tell I was carrying. They all say, "It just looks like a phone in your pocket (the handle is hidden by my loose shirt)." So, at least for a big fella, this is totally pocket carry-able.

[@junichiroyamashita]

As a fellow big guy, it ok to carry two small hand guns? One as a main and one as backup.Would it preferable to have them both in the same caliber?

[@billyunair]

@@junichiroyamashita Yes

[@trevorduboise1701]

i just bought a m&p 45 shield and love it ....hickok45 is the best videos hands down to watch

[@ronsupinger9683]

Enjoyed watching you shooting the M&P Shield 45 Iam going to try one out Thanks Hickok45.

[@mplover9447]

im obviously a M&P lover,I own the 9mm and the 45acp and eventually the 40 and the 40c and then the 45 shield,I love the breakdown of the M&P series and so,being partial to the set,im proud being a CPL training instructor too ill say im getting into crimson traces for my 2 S&w's and ill add the apex trigger kits reduceing from a 5lb pull to a 3lb pull for comfort and a better speed squeeze im recommending these changes and ill say too,reloading ammo is also great but everything ive said comes down to choice and disapline createing a awesome experience lifes great here at my lil compound

[@charlie_onesix7665]

I carry a Glock everyday,and just got my wife a Shield and I found it to be a sweet little gun. Im not giving up one of Gadson Glocks finest creation yet ..... but I may have to play with it a little more

[@charlie_onesix7665]

Thats what i get for typing prior to coffee

[@charlie_onesix7665]

+Nick VR amen brother lol

[@seanvine39]

+Nick VR I kinda like Gadson. Lol...

[@audiman7716]

Same here. Glocks my mainstay. My shields fit nicely in my safe though. Great little guns. Hate the triggers though

[@seanvine39]

+Audiman77 yeah....a trigger job is a must on the older ones. New ones are pretty decent.

[@airopmcsmtn]

Seeing this video… just got a commercial for little ceasers… and the pizza slice looked as thin as the 45 in hickocks hand!! Lol

[@theimpaler2317]

There he goes..smoking pot again!

[@elroy6552]

I think the real person we should thank ( besides of hickok45 of course) is federal ammunitions. thank you Federal for your support in the making of these videos and the education that they bring. god bless America and the 2a.

[@nickestnickthereis]

"whos that on youtube" "oh its just some old pot smoker"

[@brianbuchert6382]

Chirp.... chirp lol jk

[@williammenchen6362]

Fun to sit back and watch! Woods walk, BS session. Korean 3/5th Marines, recipient of a Mosin Nagant round lower back. Packs a real wallop.

[@cmj20002]

I honestly can't understand why anyone would have a problem with the recoil of .45 acp. I have shot the hottest ammo I can find and it is still very easy to control, so I wouldn't shy away from the caliber based on recoil. I shoot a 10mm with hot ammo all the time and that has some recoil, but that isn't tough either. Now, if you are thinking of .44 magnum, then yea recoil can be an issue for some, but most will be able to handle it as well.

[@metalrobot3000]

Even in this day an age with all these micro 9s I find myself always falling back to my shield 45 it’s truly my favorite carry gun I recommend the shield series highly if your someone who wants a concealed carry or do it all type pistol

[@tyronejacobsen9953]

Thumbs up for Hickoks Fly :)

[@bcbloc02]

I love my internet shooting companion, so much real world info and handy comparisons.

[@n7565j]

Hey John, really like the over head shot. Showed the recoil exceptionally well :--)

[@burntsilverado]

Thank you for taking a look at this gun with us.

[@BrianMcKinny]

Hey Hickok45, have you ever tried using the Hogue HandALL grip sleeves on any of the Shield models? I have huge hands like you - I can palm a basketball with ease - and when I bought my .45 Shield, the grip was something that I thought I could get used to as far as the thinness of it, but I was wrong. Over time, I adapted, but when I came across a friend who posted a picture of his new Shield, he had the HandALL grip sleeve on his, and it sparked my curiosity. I asked him about it, and he said they're only $10 bucks, and they come in black, FDE, ODG, Coyote Tan, and other colors of the rainbow - incl. robin egg blue, purple, and pink for the ladies... I bought the FDE one and put it on my 45 Shield. Ever since I got them I've been incredibly happy with my Shield and how it fits my hand now. You really should try the Hogue HandAll grip sleeve - they're cheaper than the Talon grips, and they don't wear out like the adhesive-applied Talon grips do! They make these grip sleeves for all manner of slim, single-stack pistols, and even for double stack pistols by almost every gun manufacturer out there... You really should give them a try!

[@JuanFerCaba91]

I just got the shield .40 s&w and it is great. it fits in the hand amazingly and the trigger is great.

[@BeavisOfArabia]

Gotta love the .45 ACP

[@dirtriderdog]

When camera guy zooms in you can watch the bullets flight......so cool.

[@poindexter1387]

Great video ! I really want to know what firearm you got your grandson with receipt to reflect his birthday??? This would make a great chapter 1 review.... Congratulations !! Grandpa Hickok 45 👍😀

[@bigorange1986]

Boy Hickok45, the video quality is phenomenal! Thanks for another unbiased review. I was considering one of these.

[@hollynites445]

All the Shield's are awesome. So is the M&P .380. But my favorite carry will always be the M&P 40C. Ya just can't go wrong with this gun. Good Day!

[@J.Wick.]

6yrs later lol. Still carrying my 40c. It gets split with my shield Plus. Love em both. Have a 9mm and 357sig barrel for the 40c too. I wouldn't call my shield snappy, but it feels that way when shot back to back with the 40c when shooting 9! Cheers!

[@JustinOpinionChannel]

I had a similar experience with the slide locking back, just a few times. But in my instance I was shooting with my left hand and could not have been touching the slide stop. Weird.

[@mrjason0290able]

Why not do a review on the .40 cal shield?

[@seanmoore3355]

my morning ritual... put on a pot of coffee and watch some hickok45 videos til it's time to go to work. keep em coming you gotta lot of diehard fans that tune in everyday.

[@Macccaroni]

A video at 5:37 AM? Awesome!

[@oj6290]

Same for me

[@cuzofsloth]

Ditto's. drinking coffee and watching before work.

[@wsnow555]

I was going through u tube and stopped at Hickok 45 and was watching his videos, that's when I bought my Glock 19 and my Smith and Wesson sheld 9. Both guns are right on target. I only had one malfunction and that was when I shot one handed and a limp wrist at that . I was to relaxed.

[@CB-dn9vx]

Glad to see you doing good Hickok

[@troy9er]

I think I have watched this video at least 5X's!!! I'll probably watch. It another 5+X's!! My grandson just turned 19 last week, I think we're going to go to the range to celebrate!!!

[@anthonynavarro101]

Anyone wondering what type of earplugs Hitchcock uses, they're called Banded ear plugs. YW !

[@rickybobby5907]

The thing about the .45 caliber round is is moves slower than other calibers. You can actually see it travel to the target sometimes. But it also has so much power behind it. Its like a locomotive. It moves slow but it has so much force behind it.

[@thomaspalmer7900]

Nothing destroys human organs like a .45 caliber!!!!

[@shakeyfly]

whoa new camera? this video looks awesome. you can see the bullets right as they hit the gong.

[@Rjbalver]

.45 acp is a slow bullet

[@shakeyfly]

yes, I dodge them often.

[@frostysmoothy1585]

+shakeyfly you dodge bullets? what are you, neo?

[@shakeyfly]

yes

[@mannys9130]

+shakeyfly You *can* dodge bullets, but only if they're still attached to the case...

[@daveleary5830]

It's really cool watching the round arc down into the gong to the hit! Slo-Mo would be great!