Is the shield better than the Glock 43?
The serrations on the Smith and Wesson Shield are better than the serrations on the Glock 43. They’re just more aggressive and it makes the gun a little bit easier to rack.
Is the XDS 9mm reliable?
The XDS is priced competitively and for that reason will be in budget range for most people looking for a CCW pistol. Self defense ammunition cycled well and no reliability issues were noted during firing.
What Glock is comparable to the M&P Shield?
The difference between the Glock 36 and the Glock 43 is much the same as the difference between the Shield . 45 and the Shield 9; capacity is the same (6 rounds) but it’s slightly wider, slightly taller and slightly longer to fit the bigger bullet.
Is the Springfield XDS a good carry gun?
While not a true pocket pistol, the Springfield XD-S is a perfect compromise, in both size and firepower, between diminutive pocket guns and much heftier compacts. This is a true daily carry pistol that still has plenty of firepower if it were ever needed.
Is the shield a good carry gun?
Mostly I have been pretty tepid on the compact and full-sized M&P handguns but the Shield is an outstanding pistol. I’ve carried it, and I’d carry it again. It is extremely compact, extremely reliable, and extremely accurate. While 7+1 or 8+1 rounds is not quite up to “modern” standards, it’s also nothing to sneeze at.
Is the S&W shield 9mm a good gun?
The Smith Wesson M&P Shield has decent overall ergonomics. It doesn’t feel the best in the hand compared to more modern options mainly due to the fact it feels like a full-size duty-grade gun that was just thinned down. Some people will like it and if you have larger hands, I think you’ll like it a lot.
Who makes XDS 9mm?
Springfield Armory XD
The Springfield Armory XD-S is a pistol that I waited for with great anticipation before its release. The photos and specs made it seem like an almost perfect carry pistol.
Did Springfield discontinue the XDS?
Springfield Armory® on Twitter: “@gossiptime_206 We have discontinued our XD Mod.
Is M&P better than Glock?
M&P 2.0 vs Glock 19 Quality Quality-wise, both of these guns seem pretty similar. The slide seems to be a little higher quality on the Smith and Wesson M&P 2.0. Just due to the finish they use and the serrations on the rear. So the Glock seems to be a little bit higher quality of a gun.
What is the difference between the Springfield XD and XDS?
In reality, the difference between XD(M) vs. XDS pistols is actually not huge. The difference is about a half-inch in length and about a quarter inch in width and height, and about 5 ounces in weight. The XDM has a slightly better trigger.
How many rounds does a Springfield XDS 9mm hold?
Capacity: 7+1 flush magazine / 9+1 extended magazine.
Is the M&P 9 shield a good gun?