M&P Shield 9 EZ...Best Beginner CCW Ever?

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[@Hegshot87]

I just got news that Tulster will have a holster available soon so use the link and discount code in the description and leave me your thoughts on the M&P Shield 9 EZ. Also what do y'all think of the over the shoulder POV camera angle?

[@JamesCT153]

The over the shoulder pov was a nice touch!

[@munsayac13]

Does the magazine of shield 1.0 and shield ez fits interchangeably?

[@TacoToMeDirty]

Rock IGI no I'm 99% sure it doesn't

[@orlandoriosrivera1354]

Hegshot87 the over the shoulder POV looks great !

[@jayrainer5628]

@@munsayac13 no it does not ez shields are a different proprietary magazine with easy depressed button to easy loading like a .22lr magazine

[@darrellcbrown]

Cool review...the ez features may be marketed to beginners, but this is a capable gun for anyone. I drive a car with power steering...but it’s not a beginner feature. It’s an evolution of design in my opinion. Way to go S&W! Purchased this a while back and have had no issues with it.

[@jenniferjones4249]

I'm a 51 year old woman and I bought this gun a week ago (this is my first hand gun) and I like it. It has made me more comfortable around guns and I signed up for a series of trainings to make me a trained and responsible gun owner. I bought a 20 gauge shotgun before I got this gun but I had difficulty racking the shotgun so my Instructor recommended this to me.

[@paulmichaud1246]

You go girl ! I would shoot with you anytime ! SWEET !!!

[@MrScar665]

He gave you good recommendation

[@cordybluejeans]

I’m a 65 year old woman and I bought this gun over a year ago. I’ve haven’t even fired it yet. First gun purchase and first time gun owner. I also purchased a S&W 638 revolver. Love it and I don’t leave home without it.

[@earlanderson6268]

The S/W 9mm EZ isnt just for beginners ! It makes it easier for beginners and the elderly with bad hands, but it IS FOR EVERYONE ! It does the same job as non EZ's but makes shooting a pleasure for EVERYONE !

[@newworld2004]

not too EZ as they advertise.

[@kathysews524]

Not so EZ. Really a epic fail in my case.

[@gabemerritt3139]

@@kathysews524 What went wrong? It's just a easy to rack is the main feature.

[@kordi7888]

@@gabemerritt3139 Mine works fine an my wife love how EZ it is to rack and load

[@MBryant1685]

In all honesty, what makes this a beginner gun? I bought this as a personal defense weapon and I keep hearing people calling it a beginner. They both shoot 9mm rounds and quite capable of getting the job done. I'm not using it for competition or in a tactile situation. To me a beginner would be a .22.

[@BuzzzdLightyear]

When something is referred to as a beginner gun it just means that it would be a good choice for someone who is new to firearms and can be considered a "do it all" gun. Typically that means it's a lower cost of entry/ownership, easy to use (recoil, manual of arms), extra safety features, reliable, and in a certain size range that's normally compact to full-size. Personally I think .22s can definitely be considered good for beginners in terms of target or casual use, but definitely not for reliability or defense. You're not going to see sub-compacts, large frame handguns, or certain calibers being called "beginner" guns.

[@MBryant1685]

@@BuzzzdLightyear I know a .22 isn't a preferred choice for home defense but I still wouldn't want to get shot by one. Especially if someone has good enough shot placement. It's better than not having a gun.

[@BuzzzdLightyear]

@@MBryant1685 Very true!

[@timmturner]

@@MBryant1685 22 caliber is actually more deadly than larger calibers according to statistics.

[@marksd5650]

It’s being marketed as a gun for people who have weak hands, which describes my arthritic hands. I take no offense to that description, and I think this is a great gun to carry, every day. Small and powerful enough.

[@Magik1369]

The suggestion that this is a beginner's gun or a lady's gun is absurd. It's equipped just like any other 9MM semi-auto. Even more so. Actually the easy rack is excellent and the 4.7 lb. trigger is smooth and crisp. I've put several hundred rounds through mine with no jams and the sites are dead nuts on right out of the box. There is really no difference between this and my M&P Compact 9mm...except the EZ is easy to rack...even with just 2 fingers. it's a great firearm for people in their 50's or older who suffer from arthritis and carpal tunnel, which is as common among auto mechanics as it is office workers. Nothing wrong with making firearms for everybody that are easy to use. Anyone would enjoy this firearm but yes it does meet the needs of specific market segments also.

[@thuss5162]

I believe the grip safety being automatic you dont have to think about it but its always working is the reason for the beginers gun moniker. The safety it provides is almost goof proof. But i do agree it is a great everyday carry for anyone!

[@rogercollins3]

The Performance Center model is even sweeter. It's my carry gun of choice. Not cheap, but a joy to shoot. The ported barrel is awesome in terms of lack of recoil.

[@adammartin8026]

Been shooting for a long time and this is my favorite pistol I've ever owned, such a sweet shooter and still fairly easy to carry

[@mikehunt6296]

Beginner gun? Damn, this is my every day carry.

[@rowdybroomstick1216]

But that safety : (

[@curtisbaskin6097]

Man this gun is way way better then people think

[@thisguygotgame4710]

i have a shield 2.0 9m. im thinking about getting it in 45. or getting a bigger m&p gun but because im in nj i can only have 10 bullet mag capacity anyway.

[@HDRed-cs5ym]

Yeah I didn't know where this guy was going with this, because it's a great pistol for anyone; beginner pistol really???

[@jubjub905]

H.D. Red i mean thats where the marketing is but that doesnt mean someone experienced wouldnt be interested

[@eddiechavez6095]

Purchased my wife a S&W 380 EZ performance center model this year. She's a beginner shooter and the EZ line really does fit her nicely. She's confident in her handling and shooting and manual of arms with the pistol. There are people that are intimidated when it comes to manipulating semi-auto pistols and the EZ line really makes it easy to introduce new shooters to the sport. Wish more manufacturers did what S&W has done, the wife is a S&W fan for life.

[@HDRed-cs5ym]

Dude you're putting this gun in a category when actually it's a good gun for anybody; sometimes these gun channels freak me out with the analogies they spew out!!! I've probably been shooting many different pistols before you were born, and I'm still a strong man, and yet I enjoy this gun, and would do so at any age!!! I have 3 M&P's of different kinds, and I love them all; I really love my CZ's but, I love my M&P's also!!!

[@grannysharp772]

H.D. Red If he hadn’t used those marketing words I never would have found this video as I’m old, weak and female. I’m glad he did.

[@HalfCrazy520]

I bought the 9EZ for my wife (a new shooter) and she loves it, but it's a great shooter and I enjoy shooting it too. I would carry this and be happy about it. The M&P line is excellent all around and this 1911 guy is getting a .45 ACP version of the M&P 2.0 shortly because they are really that good.

[@josecolon5284]

Good information. But I think the grip safety is added for the fact it’s a internal hammer which may fire if dropped. The grips safety keeps the hammer in place and will not be able to fire even by accident unless depressed. If anyone has put 1500 rounds through this weapon I’d love to hear opinions on that.

[@wilhelmtaylor9863]

My 73yo wife was having problems shooting my Colt Defender, Walther PPQ, Luger, Makarov, all in 9mm. Forget the 1911 45 or the Colt Anaconda. I got her the M&P Shield and now she keeps bugging me to go to the range. She's a tiny svelte lady who will now finally go and get her concealed carry. I'm so proud of her. She just finished the course.

[@petercarmody4897]

My daughters love their EZ's. They are beginners, adults, and they like everything about theirs. They like having no thumb safety, they like the grip safety, and everything else about it, they really like it a lot. I like it, too. This 9mm is everything I wanted the original Shield to be, but wasn't. I'm getting one, and I'm a very experienced operator.

[@Brigstad]

I don’t see why experienced or non-experienced operators can’t enjoy it alike... don’t see why the commentator saw a necessity to call it a “non-beginner” firearm. There aren’t too many attractive compacts, either. This one is sexy!

[@retdep110]

I am an experienced shooter having taught police firearms for over 22 years. I am now a retired law enforcement officer with over 30 years experience with firearms but I am also now 78 years old without near the strength in my hands I once had. I read about this pistol and studied it's operation and decided to try one. It's the best decision I ever made. This is an outstanding piece and believe me, I've shot them all. Only wish Smith had introduced this weapon earlier.

[@Brigstad]

Joe Goris hey have you tried the sig p365 (p365 nitron is what I’m looking at but I don’t think there’s too much variation in model there)? I’m thinking about picking one up, something smaller than my Glock for iwb.

[@mhartlage738]

Peter Carmody this ones really good. Bought one for my wife, now I want one!!

[@williamwells8341]

Mine has the grip safety and also a manual safety.

[@kennybatchelor6245]

23 yrs old had it for a few months and this is a badass gun for shooting and home defense for an average person too!!

[@TheRush05]

Just picked one up for my wife, She has never fired before. I was so happy with how natural and EZ it was for her to rack it the first time, brought a smile to my face. It is now our HD weapon that she is not afraid of, and I feel more secure having it be there.

[@smdftb8495]

I just bought this one a couple of weeks ago. I actually do like the grip safety. Like you said, and extra layer of safety but doesn't affect shooting in any way.

[@chucker1576]

Not new to guns nor suffering from any strength or dexterity issues but I really like the 380ez and bet that the 9 would be equally impressive. After lightly smoothing the corner of the slide stop notch with a small sharpening stone it now releases very sweetly. I appreciated your frank comments and observations.

[@MrTokidoki420]

I bought my wife the .380 last year she loves it. Very nice and smooth gun to shoot. Have had no problems so far it has around 2000 rounds through it

[@russelder9743]

Got my wife one last year also......no problems and she loves it

[@ctapmgriley]

My daughter's 380 EZ tends to kick the 8th round out of the pistol when the 7th round is fired.

[@russelder9743]

@@ctapmgriley wow.... ours is fine...maybe the magazine

[@javcar24]

@@ctapmgriley yeah, read it happens often. Mine doesn't do it. But it's the spring in the mag. Someone said they put a 22. Shell under the spring and fixed the issue.

[@petercarmody4897]

@@ctapmgriley send it back to get it fixed

[@OU812NVME]

OMG I thought you just named your title "EZ" but really the gun is called M&P Shield 9 EZ...just started looking into easier slides on guns and recoil because of arthritis thanks for your review.

[@taystee247]

I just got the 380 Ez and love it, was thinking of the 9mm 2.0 and now this is out so I’ll be getting this next!

[@kentaylor3087]

I have a S/W 9mm EZ, it is the most accurate,right out of the box, I have ever bought...plus the trigger is AWESOME....love this gun also have the 380 EZ....NOTHING BUT PRAISE FOR BOTH

[@travisabt6805]

I was leaning towards either the hellcat or the p365 but after going to the range and just firing like 10 different models, this felt great in the hand, simple to maintain, and for CC it has a slightly larger capacity with 8 and 1.

[@sageparsely2365]

I think this is what I'm looking for. I have carpul tunnel damage that makes weight hard on my wrist. Which sucks when trying to cook with cast iron. Love the camera angle👍

[@austinbowman5908]

Have you tried the 380 version? It's been out awhile and it is a great pistol. I bought one for my wife but we both enjoy shooting it really.

[@Hegshot87]

I know your pain with the carpel tunnel issues. Thank you

[@sageparsely2365]

@@austinbowman5908 I've been wanting a .380, but it's a 22 right?

[@austinbowman5908]

@@sageparsely2365 no it's 380

[@sageparsely2365]

@@austinbowman5908 That's what I thought but this guy I know was telling me otherwise. Some people.🙄

[@donlanteigne8629]

Just got the EZ myself but with the thumb safety on both sides. Great for concealed carry, simple to use and break down for cleaning. Love the EZ mags, they should all be this "EZ" to use.

[@kordi7888]

Its a cool lil gun

[@CharlesCherryWatercolors]

My wife has this and it's perfect for her.

[@MultiTacofish]

Just bought this for my first carry. Very comfortable. The grip safety and length was a big seller for me. Can’t wait to take it to the range.

[@1960HikerDude]

My GF bought the Performance Center 380 EZ earlier this year. I gotta say, I am damn impressed with it. I gotta say, the 9mm version is mighty tempting as an EDC.

[@batwings99]

Much thanks for this great video. My wife and I are 54 years old and are looking for our first gun for home defense and the range. Possibly CCW later down the road. This will be the gun we are going with. Keep up the good work.

[@floritapfister8701]

I just got my nine mm. Love it. It feels good in my hands . THE weight is leveled out. So NOT to heavy when holding it to shoot.

[@johndez9398]

Best in depth review of this gun with great visuals and explanations. I’m a new pistol shooter and as a cancer survivor, who has some neuropathy in his fingers from treatments, this is an excellent choice for people with my condition. Thanks for taking the time to review this firearm and great job doing so!

[@warrengaskin3863]

Haven’t purchased a handgun since mid 90s, the last one purchased was my favorite the S&W 4013 but this new one is got me looking. The technology has come such a long way. Glock was ahead of it’s time back then, but S&W as well as other manufacturers have caught up big time

[@tonymickens8803]

This was the 1st pistol I purchased for my Wife, She LOVES It and keeps it on the nightstand and uses Her Sig P326 for Her EDC.

[@jalebjaba1487]

I have the 380 ez . Love it ,since I have wrist problems,I was getting rid of my 9mm ammo, good reason to keep part of the ammo.Great video. Thanks

[@Jaynick1977]

Hey Hegshot. I'm a first time gun buyer and I found your's and a couple other KZbinr's revies to be very helpful. I ended-up buying the 9mm EZ Performance Center. The easy racking wasn't really a draw for me but on my second time shooting I shot this gun very well compared to a couple others (Sig365, Sprinfield XD Mod2 & Hellcat). Not to mention the sites on the Performance version are really good and easy for me as a novice to pick-up compared to the white sites. I did shoot a Glock 43x and I actually shot that very well too, but I noticed as I got hot and my hands got sweaty the 43x was difficult to control. Overall the EZ 9mm was just a better value for me.

[@ThecrosseyedTexan]

I've been carrying for the past 4 years and I've got a little nerve damage in my hand this is perfect I can't wait to try this! Excellent review

[@brianhenry7713]

Thanks for the review! Just bought this one tonight. I am exactly the person you are talking about. New shooter, etc. Did a lot of KZbin videos going through a lot of comparisons/evaluations. The whole 9 yards. Feels great in my hands. After all the research feeling good about my choice! 👌🏻

[@marthajohnson3342]

Thank you for a wonderful review. I love my S & W EZ 380. I look forward to trying and purchasing the 9mm.

[@eris3104]

I got a 380 EZ a year ago and love it. Can't wait to try this one!

[@blondzruleall5443]

I just bought this gun as I had the SW EZ 380 and I am excited, got on sale 20% off. $315.00 great deal!picking up tomorrow!

[@ThomasRSmith-og7zo]

Where did you get it for 315? Best I saw it so far was $379

[@marthajohnson3342]

May I ask where you bought your gun for $315?

[@michaelgillespie1436]

$479.99

[@candlesoftheearthbestcandl995]

Yes! I would love to know where you got it for that price? Pretty please!

[@UrbanXExplorer]

I just purchased this very one and I love it. I gotten it not just because it is for beginners but it's perfect to carry and really don't need a huge caliber to take someone down. Also I like the extra safety feature it has. I love the grip safety. Like the cheer round indicator.

[@B25gunship]

I've got this gun and bought it for none of the EZ features. I bought it because it's a sweet gun. My wife bought the 380 version first and I really liked it so went for the 9mm. I'm up there in years but can still rack all my semi-autos with no problem. This is just a very nice piece with a few features every semi auto should have. As for the grip safety, they've been on 1911's since day one and nobody complains about them too much.

[@thuss5162]

The grip safety was my reason for buying for my wife. its a great feature and a very nice pistol.

[@kordi7888]

I Agree

[@smeedgar]

I shot one the other day and really liked it. The only thing I didn't like, was the frame safety. You'res didn't have one. Sometimes when I would shoot, my thumb would tap the safety and I would think I had a malfunction. So if I buy one, I will not get a frame safety. The grip safety was fine, no issues with it. Good shooting gun, easy to rack and load. Thanks for the video!

[@MYBODYCAFE]

I just purchased my first weapon.... S&W M&P Shield 9mm EZ. Thanks for the video.

[@ilcollins871]

Same here. Just got mine today.

[@ryanbowers5799]

Just bought it for my wife Robyn T Bowers 😁

[@MYBODYCAFE]

@@ryanbowers5799 lol how did you find this? 😂🤣😂

[@MYBODYCAFE]

@@ryanbowers5799 wait my bad, hilarious..... my daughter has this same name😂🤣😂

[@MYBODYCAFE]

@@ryanbowers5799 and my name is Robyn T. Lol

[@biteme263]

I have watched and read a lot of reviews on this gun and I keep seeing/hearing people say its a bigger gun. The questions is bigger than what, and by how much. Compared to some other similar pistols yes it is slightly larger. However it isn't much. Maybe half an inch longer and a few millimeters wider. This is by far a BIG gun. Is it as small as one of the compact .380's like those cute little Colts? Nope. However put it next to a full sized 9mm like a CZ or something and it is a fairly compact pistol. I think it is about the perfect size really. It is small enough to carry easy and large enough to grip and handle well. I do wish they would have made the grip a bit larger though so you could have a double stack mag. The slide is about the same as a glock anyway so a bit more grip and more capacity would have been nice. Honestly though for most situations 9 shots is going to plenty. And it comes with an extra mag. So if you carry it and do a mag swap its 17 rounds. I have the performance model and other than the sharp edges on the grip safety I like it. I wish it had some aftermarket parts though. I would like a different grip safety and maybe an extended slide release lever. That thing is so hard to press it is just about useless.

[@931tow]

Recently bought this gun for my wife. It has consistent failure to feed with every magazine she uses (6) and multiple ammo brands. I found a forum online where many others are having similar issues and S&W are having the weapons returned for repair. One person stated they told him they replaced the extractor and polish the feed ramp. Everyone says the gun works fine after repairs are made. Going to be sending my wife's back when I get home.

[@riptaway]

Tell her to work on her grip. That can often lead to issues

[@grumpyoldphart7325]

Old guy here, been waiting for this gun. My hand strength is kaput so I have been related to wheel guns. Thanks for the review.

[@DS..69]

Nothing wrong with a wheel gun. Carry a snubbie off duty in the summer.

[@richarddilorenzo8188]

It’s eerie how positive the reviews of this gun are.....No one has a bad word..

[@tonyaponte5919]

I purchased the Ez 9mm, when I was shopping for a 1911 style, but for no other reason than for a CCW EDC, it is perfect on my hand and 3 o’clock position OWB, light, I do carry two extra mags. Thereafter I found out it’s name meaning and purpose. Love it. I do have a Glock 17, and a Ruger wheel 357, both of which I shoot well. So it wasn’t for a physical issue it just felt right.

[@johnrega34]

We just got the wife this 9mm Ez as her first handgun. We love it. It fires great, the racking is super easy ( the release will take two hands to use ) , the trigger feels great and the handle fits perfect in both of our hands being we have larger hands.

[@rachelgallop1162]

I just celebrated my 56th birthday and my husband bought me this for my first gun. I am excited to go the range and begin shooting with it.

[@carlmontney7916]

Thanks for the nice review. After owning a full size Ruger P85 MK II since the 80's and now suffering from some age related hand strength issues, I found I could not handle and shoot it reliably anymore. I was sure I'd have to move to a revolver. Then I saw the Shield EZ and now I'm a happy and comfortable shooter again. Added an Olight to the rail and I have now what for me is the perfect solution for self protection.

[@davidsegal2236]

Great video. The grip safety is good for those who carry. Especially for the first time shooter. If you holster with your thumb on the backplate it will prevent accidental discharge when holstering.

[@joelembcke8879]

I bought the 380 version last fall as my first gun based off of recommendations from family and friends as a first time gun owner. Now I own the m&pc 2.0, a ruger MPR, and a yours truly built 300BLK pistol. Might as well just use my wallet for target practice.

[@andrewsumner5388]

I liked your review because I am a new shooter. I just bought the 9mm EZ. Was on the fence about maybe getting the performance center edition but I saw that guys weren’t to thrilled by the grip safety so I went with stock. But thank you HEGSHOT87 I appreciate the review.

[@dannaas8235]

I found it very informative. I am 74 yr old and have own a firearm at the age of 12. I think this is a great gun for all shooters. S&W makes fir arms extremely well with top quality. You also don't have to pull the trigger to break it down.

[@coreymorgan5094]

Just bought this for my wife over the weekend and picked it up today. She absolutely loves it and to be completely honest, I love it too! I got her the basic model & I’m definitely going to be picking up the Performance Center version for myself.

[@leilanihamilton9033]

Yes! I have issues with my hands and this one is perfect for me. It feels great in my hands.

[@kordi7888]

Agreed its got a nice feel to it

[@btyhntr]

I've been shooting for decades and this is my EDC. I chose this firearm especially for the fact that it's easier to use. I can function "non EZ" firearms perfectly fine I simply prefer a firearm that is easier to use. Outstanding weapon.

[@joeygirl314]

I’m not a beginner/inexperienced shooter, but just got the 9EZ, and absolutely LOVE IT!! ❤️ Give it a go, guys, you’ll ADORE it!!

[@kordi7888]

Its a great gun imo

[@michaelareeder1759]

We’ll Said Sis I Got The Same Gun

[@robertsalyers1351]

This Gun is for me because I just purchased one yesterday going to be picking it up when I get a phone call... my current EDC is a Springfield XD-S 9mm I've been shooting guns for about 30 years now

[@robertsalyers1351]

Very accurate weapon I like it better than my current EDC a Springfield XD-S 9mm

[@phigdon3]

Given some increasing hand issues, I'd gladly trade my Shield 1.0 for this one...The EZ models will allow those of us with decreasing hand strength to be able to protect ourselves with good firearms...I almost bought the 380 version...I have a wing sort of extension on my Shield 1.0 to be able to rack it...

[@phigdon3]

I did sell my Shield 1.0 because racking was getting too difficult. I used that money to buy the 380 EZ. I may still get the 9mm EZ as well due to ammo issues. Security 9 is my home defense pistol as I can still manage it. Old disabled guys want to exercise our 2A rights too.

[@johnnylightning11889]

Just bought mine, LOVE IT! I have arthritis and this model was highly recommend for people like me

[@pbbbht]

Point of contention, nothing! I *love* grip safeties.. Not a new shooter by any means, but this gun feels so good to me, it's going to be my CC..

[@medicmike4906]

Bought this for my 82-year-old dad. It replaces his Glock 23 He just couldn't rack the slide anymore with it.

[@TX1836]

I grew up shooting 1911s so a grip, and a frame mounted thumb safety do not bother be in the slightest. I love my EZ 9.

[@dbriggd2753]

I like the grip safety, it does serve its purpose, I like the slide safety too, the guns that are out there that have neither really don’t interest me much.

[@796andy2]

wife was complaining at the range about what a pita it was to load the mag on my .40 , woman next to us said "try this" and let her load and shoot a clip ... didn't think she was going to give it back ! lol and its her birthday this month , as if I needed an excuse to buy another gun (ps , very nice woman , TY)

[@blindsquirrel]

My wife and I are newbies, and just picked up an EZ 9mm, and she got the EZ 380 performance version. Thanks for the review, it was a big help. Now just need to find ammo. The 380 ammo is extremely hard to find

[@AngelfromGenX]

I bought this as a first gun yesterday, at age 55. I couldn't pull a slide even when I was 25. This is the only gun I have ever handled easily and felt safe & confident with it. I actually learned more about guns because I could sit and manipulate this one without struggling. Women have much softer skin on their hands and the textures on it don't tear your hands up. I'm able to pull the slide in a snap - which was a non existent thing for me. (My husband would have to leave me with a weapon already chambered for me to be able to use it). The weight and difficulty of manipulating mechanisms has always been a non starter for me. With the EZ I was able to load, unload, reload, and secure, repeatedly, until I was competent working it within hours. I wouldn't even bother shooting before because the guns felt big awkward and heavy and hard to control. I'm heading to the range with it Monday to fire it for the first time.

[@NavyVet4955]

This is really a good gun. I’ve got the original v1 shield as well as the m&p v2 ez. Tactically the ez is a bit better with the decrease in slide weight and the ease in pulling the slide back. In a situation where you might have wet hands or damage to your off hand this reduced pull would be a huge benefit. The grip safety is not a issue. The magazine is quite a bit faster to reload as well. Being able to draw the spring down as I’m adding rounds takes half the time and let’s me reload all day without the old thumb getting sore.

[@Jarowen50]

A comparison with the Shield 380 EZ would beneficial

[@austinbowman5908]

Exactly what I was looking for!!

[@chrissewell1608]

Check out Mr. Guns & Gear's comparison review of the new 9mm EZ vs. The .380 EZ.

[@imoffthegrid2158]

You should train chambering a round after a mag change , with the rear serrations . In a stressful situation , fumbling for the slide release may be difficult .

[@nathanmaynard131]

I simply got this over the regular 2.0 because the grip is way easier on the skin while carrying. The slide is just a bonus and makes it a breeze at the range.

[@MzPretty44]

I just got this gun. So far i love it.

[@kordi7888]

Same. Its a nice lil gun

[@HomeGrownPyro1]

Love your vids man, you do an awesome job at covering every aspect of these firearms to answer all questions...appreciate it👍

[@tonym362]

As you noted, you were shooting just left of center. They had one at my local range. 6 of is tried it, all 6 of us shot left of center. So we tried a 2nd EZ in stock. All of us shot the 2nd EZ just left of center. I've watched a few early vids of this gun, everyone is shooting left of center.

[@lvgeorge]

I shot left of Center in the original M&P Shield 1.0. I think they do this on purpose, but why?

[@tonyaponte5919]

Love your channel, especially the husband and wife team. God bless always!

[@stevebillieroberts9582]

Yea ,My wife has the 380 version but I love it ,,I will buy the 9mm for myself

[@anthonym.napoleonisr.6045]

I love the gun because of the EZ to rack and EZ to load magazines but I hate the grip safety. The reason is that with hand Arthritis and hand weakness problems it is very hard to grip the gun and depress the grip safety tight enough to have the gun fire. I had that problem with the S&W .380 EZ. Great review and video!!!

[@Pistol_Packin_Lady]

I have a both a Shield Plus and a Shield EZ 9 mm. I LOVE them both. I do conceal carry the Shield Plus because it's more compact and smaller than the EZ and I'm only 4'9" and weigh 95 lbs. The EZ starts to get heavy after going up and down the ladder, painting all day. Smith and Wesson needs to bring out a gun that would be like. Shield Plus EZ in 9mm. It would be the best of both worlds. Have the mag capacity 10+1 and 13+1. The EZ slide and EZ loading but have the compactness of the Shield Plus. That would be a PERFECT gun for me. Lol

[@jasonlewis1248]

Short description: 9mm EZ is essentially the .380 EZ chambered in 9mm. If you are familiar with the .380 EZ and like it, you will like the 9mm EZ. My wife has had a .380 EZ performance center edition for about 4 months; our daughter has had a standard model for about 8 months. Both ladies love them. Our daughter is considering adding the 9mm to her collection.

[@tylerwilliams1882]

Not at all new to firearms, I've juggled between many EDC's and my M&P 9 EZ is hands down my favorite firearm for carry. No pun intended but it's an incredibly easy firearm to live with.

[@lexluther934]

I brought my son the M&P 2.0 it's a really good gun he didn't like my Glock 26 said it was too thick I kinda felt like he wasn't Manning up until I saw how better he is with the M&P on paper and as always great video Hegshot87

[@iamnottheone3020]

My first beginner gun was a Smith and Wesson 642 38 S+P revolver and it was hard as hell to learn as a novice to shoot my revolver bc the short grip was 😫👎🏾 on my hands, but I got the hang of it and now I’m moving on to the EZ9mm just ordered mine.

[@Silviapepe]

Great gun but not for me. I gave mine to my elderly father who has trouble racking the slide on most guns but not this one. He also likes the easy to load magazines. He loves it and uses it for home defense. I did not like the grip safety and only being 8 +1, but my loss is his gain.

[@ThecrosseyedTexan]

After 30 plus years of playing bass guitar I started to get some nerve damage and can no longer play. I was glad to see this gun come out because it affects my grip strength

[@richardwebb2348]

This is his High School age son's favorite easy to conceal gun - so proud he is an experienced shooter. Makes a great back-to-school gift.

[@TheTruth23rd]

Richard Webb ?

[@lonewolf30531]

?!

[@Patriot-up2td]

The Shield EZ is closer in size to the M&P 9c with a longer grip but in single stack vs double

[@corinnaandrews6836]

Just purchased this firearm and am very impressed.

[@nsj2kx]

Real question... if the EZ features really make it easier to rack, load, etc., without any downside... why not make it standard to all S&W pistols?

[@jubjub905]

nsj2kx part of that factor requires making it hammer fired with the grip safety

[@nsj2kx]

jubjub f what does hammer fired and grip safety have to do with easier racking and loading?

[@echosierra9990]

The hammer is pre cocked, making it easier to pull the slide back. Think back to the pre striker fired days, the way to rack your slide easier was to cock the hammer.

[@joeygirl314]

Doesn’t it also create slightly more “real estate”? Not much, though...Check out the 2.0 vs 2.0 EZ...which he addressed at the start of this video...😊

[@MsPraline]

I like the.380. Can't wait to try the 9mm. Good video!

[@Da9to5creator]

Thank you for this!! My wife dropped the gun and the spring fell out, didn’t know what to do, got us assembled again lol’ thank you!

[@uni_shadow164]

Bought the M&P CO 2 9mm. However my wife who had Carpal tunnel surgery, this was a great choice. she got it in .380

[@matthewseals8110]

In comparison to the size of a glock 19 in terms of length, I have to wonder if they could do better than 8rds. Sure its slim, I understand, and I get that the magazine has the wings to make loading easier but there are two hangups I have. 1) they make mag loaders that make loading easy. 2) you will not be reloading empty magazines in a CC situation. I think personally, increase capacity and ship with a magazine loading device and that really puts this gun where it should be in the market.

[@garybombadier3185]

I love my 1911, so grip safety is a non issue.

[@magicrobharv]

Great information, great video. Lord willing, I plan on buying one next year. Great video.

[@Hegshot87]

Thank you 👊

[@LastTrump7]

Far as accuracy forgetting the EZ feature how does it compare to a Glock 19 or Sig 365p far as hitting what you aiming at.

[@sanityone649]

The original shield also comes standard with an 8 round magazine...so you need to use the 8 round for grip comparisons.

[@karlhildebrand7232]

My wife has the M&P Shield EZ in .380. It is her first pistol and she is going to go for her CCL. The only problem she experiences with it is the grip safety. If you don’t put your hand all the way up in the web of the gun slide on top of the safety it doesn’t deactivate and the gun won’t go off. Now that gets frustrating during shooting practice and might be a problem in self defense, if you don’t get the gun all the way down on top of your hand. I tried firing it with my hand not all the way up against the back of the action and it wouldn’t shoot. The rest of the gun is great, never miss functions. It has a flip up safety, so I have to wonder why they put the grip safety on it.

[@phigdon3]

I ended up purchasing the EZ 380 and the EZ 9mm as my hands have gotten worse. This way I can still have a CCW and home defense guns. Either will allow me some time to get to a long gun if needed. I can carry it at home and out of the house. I do carry in my home at all times.