Smith & Wesson M&P Shield
The M&P Shield is the smaller, easily-concealed sister to the M&P pistol. Available in a variety of calibers all in a compact, easy-to-carry design, this semi-automatic pistol is thin and lightweight enough to carry all day, every day.
The M&P Shield boasts classic Smith & Wesson quality with reliable performance and simple operation, all while fitting neatly in your hand. Its one-million-owner strong following speaks to the Shields’ popularity and household name.
This baby M&P is produced in 9mm, .380, .40 S&W, .45 auto, and .30 super carry. Over the years the M&P Shield has released new and improved models to cater to all sorts of shooters, from those just focused on daily protection to those that want a little more fine-tuned range performance.
M&P Shield Standard Features
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Price: $400-$1,000
M&P Shield Variants and Models
The M&P Shield features the original model series, the EZ series, and M2.0 series. All three of these feature a Performance Center Edition (PCE) that, for a few extra bucks, upgrades key features to performance center level specifications. These can vary from grips to trigger feel and style.
The Shield is reliable as a home or personal defense weapon; essentially its job is to mimic the same performance, reliability, and stopping power of the Smith & Wesson M&P full-duty pistol, but in a much smaller, more ergonomic package. The M&P exceeds that expectation with a range of models that fit more than one million owners’ styles, from caliber to magazine size.
| Current Models in Production | Discontinued Models |
|---|---|
| M&P 380 Shield EZ Manual Thumb Safety* M&P 380 Shield EZ* M&P 40 Shield Hi Viz Sights* M&P 40 Shield M2.0 Manual Thumb Safety M&P 40 Shield M2.0 No Thumb Safety M&P 40 Shield M2.0 Tritium Night Sights M&P 40 Shield* (CA Compliant) M&P 45 Shield M2.0 Integrated Crimson Trace Red Laser Manual Thumb Safety M&P 45 Shield M2.0 No Thumb Safety M&P 45 Shield M2.0 Thumb Safety* M&P 45 Shield M2.0 Tritium Night Sights No Thumb Safety M&P 9 Shield EZ Manual Thumb Safety Crimson Trace Red Laserguard* M&P 9 Shield EZ No Thumb Safety Crimson Trace Red Laserguard* M&P 9 Shield EZ Truglo Tritium Pro Night Sights Manual Thumb Safety* M&P 9 Shield EZ Truglo Tritium Pro Night Sights No Thumb Safety* M&P 9 Shield Hi Viz Sights* M&P 9 Shield Integrated Crimson Trace Red Laser* M&P 9 Shield M2.0 M&P 9 Shield M2.0 Laserguard Pro Green Laser/Light Combo M&P 9 Shield M2.0 Manual Thumb Safety* M&P 9 Shield M2.0 Tritium Night Sights* M&P 9 Shield Plus Optics Ready M&P 9 Shield Plus Optics Ready Thumb Safety M&P 9 Shield Plus Thumb Safety M&P 9 Shield Plus* Performance Center M&P 380 Shield EZ M2.0 Black Ported Barrel* Performance Center M&P 380 Shield EZ M2.0 Gold Ported Barrel* Performance Center M&P 380 Shield EZ M2.0 Silver Ported Barrel* Performance Center M&P 40 Shield M2.0 4” Barrel Optics Ready* Performance Center M&P 40 Shield M2.0 4” Barrel* Performance Center M&P 40 Shield M2.0 4” Ported Barrel & Slide Performance Center M&P 45 Shield M2.0 4” Barrel Optics Ready* Performance Center M&P 45 Shield M2.0 4” Barrel* Performance Center M&P 45 Shield M2.0 4” Ported Barrel & Slide* Performance Center M&P 9 Shield EZ M2.0 Black Ported Barrel Manual Thumb Safety* Performance Center M&P 9 Shield EZ M2.0 Black Ported Barrel No Thumb Safety* Performance Center M&P 9 Shield EZ M2.0 Gold Ported Barrel Manual Thumb Safety* Performance Center M&P 9 Shield EZ M2.0 Gold Ported Barrel No Thumb Safety* Performance Center M&P 9 Shield EZ M2.0 Silver Ported Barrel Manual Thumb Safety* Performance Center M&P 9 Shield EZ M2.0 Silver Ported Barrel No Thumb Safety* Performance Center M&P 9 Shield M2.0 4” Barrel Performance Center M&P 9 Shield M2.0 4” Ported Barrel & Slide Performance Center M&P 9 Shield Plus Performance Center M&P 9 Shield Plus Thumb Safety Performance Center M&P 9 Shield Plus With Carry Kit Performance Center Ported M&P 40 Shield M2.0 Hi Viz Sights Performance Center Ported M&P 40 Shield M2.0 Tritium Night Sights Performance Center Ported M&P 45 Shield M2.0 Hi Viz Sights Performance Center Ported M&P 45 Shield M2.0 Tritium Night Sights Performance Center Ported M&P 9 Shield M2.0 Every Day Carry Kit Performance Center Ported M&P 9 Shield M2.0 Hi Viz Sights Performance Center Ported M&P 9 Shield M2.0 Tritium Night Sights S&W Shield EZ 30 Super Carry S&W Shield EZ Thumb Safety 30 Super Carry S&W Shield Plus OR 30 Super Carry S&W Shield Plus OR Thumb Safety 30 Super Carry |
M&P 40 Shield No Thumb Safety M&P 9 Shield No Thumb Safety M&P 40 Shield M&P 9 Shield M&P 9 Shield M2.0 Integrated Crimson Trace Green Laser Thumb Safety |
*State-compliant options
Review a few of the most popular Smith & Wession M&P Shield models below.
Performance Center M&P 380 Shield EZ M2.0 Gold Ported Barrel
This particular variant features some amazing performance center upgrades. The M&P 380 Shield EZ M2.0 features a gold accent option with a ported barrel to create a lightweight and accurate piece. The EZ platform guarantees an easy load, easy rack, and easy cleaning experience. The power and protection of the full sized M&P is slimmed down to fit neatly in your hand without compromising reliability.
Performance Center M&P 380 Shield EZ M2.0 Gold Ported Barrel Specs:
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Caliber: | 380 Auto |
| Capacity: | 8+1 |
| Safety: | Manual thumb safety |
| Front Sight: | Hi-Viz litewave H3 Tritium/Litepipe |
| Rear Sight: | Hi-Viz litewave H3 Tritium/Litepipe |
| Action: | Internal hammer fired |
| Frame: | polymer |
| Barrel Length: | 3.8” |
| Weight: | 18.6 oz |
| Overall Length: | 6.9” |
Popular variations:
M&P 9 Shield Plus Optics Ready Thumb Safety
This Shield variation offers everything the M&P 9 Shield offers, plus some. Enhanced pebbling on the stock grips allows for a firm grip and better recoil management. This M&P 9 Shield comes optics-ready and features an 18 degree grip angle for optimal ergonomics. A flush-fit 10 round magazine is offered to make this easy-to-conceal weapon even more comfortable for all-day carrying.
M&P 9 Shield Plus Optics Ready Thumb Safety Specs:
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Caliber: | 9mm |
| Capacity: | 10+1, 13+1 |
| Safety: | No thumb safety |
| Front Sight: | Orange ring tritium night sight |
| Rear Sight: | Black tritium night sight |
| Action: | Striker fired |
| Frame: | polymer |
| Barrel Length: | 3.1” |
| Weight: | 19.9 oz |
| Overall Length: | 6.1” |
Popular variations:
S&W Shield Plus OR Thumb Safety 30 Super Carry
The next generation of daily concealed carry, this new Shield Plus offers improved capacity in a 13 and 16 round magazine option. This particular model features accommodation of the Federal 30 super carry cartridges, considered one of the more revolutionary self-defense ammunitions on the market today.
This optic-ready and lightweight micro-compact fits easily anywhere on your person, and the M&P’s patented take-down lever and sear deactivation systems allow for easy disassembly without worry about pulling a trigger for a full breakdown.
S&W Shield Plus OR Thumb Safety 30 Super Carry Specs:
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Caliber: | 30 super carry |
| Capacity: | 13+1, 16+1 |
| Safety: | Manual thumb safety |
| Front Sight: | Orange ring tritium night sight |
| Rear Sight: | Black tritium night sight |
| Action: | Striker fired |
| Frame: | polymer |
| Barrel Length: | 3.1” |
| Weight: | 19.3 oz |
| Overall Length: | 6.1” |
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M&P 45 Shield M2.0 Thumb Safety
This particular variant offers an extra .45 Auto punch while remaining compliant in the state of Massachusetts. A lower capacity volume doesn’t compromise the classic Smith & Wesson quality and reliability. A short trigger pull allows for consistency when obtaining a target, front cocking serrations add that extra grip for snowy, rainy, or hot weather. A 10-pound trigger pull stays surprisingly smooth while offering an added layer of safety and intention in any self or home defense scenario.
M&P 45 Shield M2.0 Thumb Safety Specs:
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|---|
| Caliber: | 45 Auto |
| Capacity: | 6+1, 7+1 |
| Safety: | Manual thumb safety |
| Front Sight: | White dot |
| Rear Sight: | White two dot |
| Action: | Striker fired |
| Frame: | polymer |
| Barrel Length: | 3.3” |
| Weight: | 20.5 oz |
| Overall Length: | 6.45” |
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