New S&W M&P 9 Shield EZ Pistol Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 20 ธ.ค. 2019
- S&W M&P 9 Shield EZ Pistol is the big brother to the .380 Shield EZ
that has been so popular. Every control easy to manipulate to help those with weak hand strength or those who are new to the shooting sport. Thanks to S&W for their help!
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I bought a Shield 9mm based on your reviews. Just had features I wanted which the Glock 43 didn't have and I'm a Glock guy. A customer of mine, 75 years of age, just got the 380 EZ. He has arthritis now. I'm only 53 and my arthritis is worse than his. I'm not having problems with my Shield but in a couple of years, who knows. Racking the slide isn't hard on my Shield, but does hurt some. Since I'm a 38/9mm minimum for defense type, this may be an option if my hands and fingers get worse.
Same here. I joke that my shield came with the 5 round and 6 round magazines. I'm not weak for a 65 year old, but those mags were tough to load. The slide was not a big problem but it was very stiff. Thankfully with use it has lightened up a bit. Sounds like an EZ will be my next purchase. Seems perfect for my wife, or me in the years to come. LOL.
MSM will help the arthritis. It takes about 2 weeks to feel the effects because it's a nutritional supplement, not a drug.
Thanks Ralph, the EZ series give us all an option as we grow older or have disabilities. It's a great choice for a lot of people who would otherwise have problems working their firearm.
THIS IS #MAGA COUNTRY Yep, all kinds of natural solutions/remedies out there for stuff like this. If people would just be open-minded..
Mark S Delaney sadly, true. I’ve got same situation. But ya deal with it. Hang in there. #2A
I’m 6’2”, superhuman arm and hands strength, but I’m also in a wheelchair (paralyzed waist down). And after a long day of pushing my wheels everywhere, this firearm is sent by the gods themselves, as stated, my hands are tired and hurting by the end of the day and this gun still makes it possible for me to practice at the range with no extra pressure, accurate and great feel gun. I’m very happy I found it
I just saw your comment and found it interesting. I too, am 6’2” and in a wheelchair. I think you helped make up my mind. How do you secure yours on you, shoulder holster?
@@vintagevinylvets1187 I carry “we the people appendix holster”
Get a power chair.
@@grampsradio Lolol I’m 35 , don’t need one. Besides, most people who go and get in an electric one starts getting fat and lazy by the minute
@@teiwazthewarriorgod9370 I "am" fat and lazy.
I just put 150 rounds through this M&P shield 9mm ez with zero maulfunsions. It's very accurate and easy to shoot. I would highly recommend this weapon to anyone looking for a 9mm pistol
Great job Smith & Wesson
I've been recently diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease and as such, the strength in my hands has diminished quite a bit. This gun is a godsend. Thank you, Smith & Wesson.
Ross Peeler I hope your Parkinson’s is very slow progressing and you live a long life Ross
On the plus side your smoothies will be easier to make. Sorry, couldn't resist.
Consider a low carb diet (keto or carnivore) and 48 hour fasting.
@@thisismagacountry1318 - LOL
@@flightparamedic505 - It seems to be. 👍
Smart on S&W's part to make a 9mm EZ. I hop;e they sell a lot of them, and the go into the hands of good citizens who need them.
I agree. S&W hit it out of the park with this firearm. I had to stand in line to get mine today for 2 hrs because my fave firearms store is closing up shop for a month due to the coronavirus. Half the people in line were walking out with this M&P Shield EZ 9mm model. Very happy so far with this firearm and definitely good value for the money.
Got mine now need mags
Thanks!
One more just went into this citizens hands...I hope I never ever have to use this on another human being or any living thing frankly. It's a very nice piece of engineering and the glocks I used at the shooting range recently (19 & 17 - .22 and 9mm respectively) were just NASTY to pull the slides on. Wife loved everything about the glocks except the pulling on the slide. This is a thing of beauty for ease of use. And why should it be hard if you are in true fear mode---fight or flight---the brain shuts down to pure safely and many fine motor skills are highly reduced. Must keep it simple if you plan for honest life or death self defense. I just talked myself into a revolver again, LOL.
I just got this as my VERY FIRST gun a couple months ago. I'm 59 yrs old and I Love it!!! I was mainly worried about the recoil. I had no problem ☺️👍
This is just not a weak persons gun. We all want easy load easy rack…
I bought the .380 EZ as my first gun ever. I'm 63 with weak hand strength. Will be at the range with an instructor ASAP. Thanks for the great video!!
My wife bought a .380 EZ and was very happy with it. Tried the new 9 EZ and loved it. Picked one up today. We both fired it for 100 rounds total. Shot great with no problems. Another great product from S&W.
Hi I just got the 9EZ today as my first gun. I know nothing about guns. What ammunition do you use? Thanks 😁
Great review. I'm 54, an average size guy and have a bit of arthritis and carpal tunnel from playing guitar for 40 years. I bought my EZ Shield 9mm today and am very happy with this firearm. I've only shot 50 rounds through it but so far this thing is a dream. Everyone is calling this a "girl's gun" and etc. IMHO it definitely will help the ladies but it's a great firearm for anyone to enjoy..especially the ladies but also for men who are getting older and having arthritis and bone loss etc. Nice job on this video...I got a lot out of it.
I think this might actually be my first handgun purchase for my CCW
Did you get one?
@@jeffasmi11 nah i got the Taurus G2S in 9mm
@@tyrekgraham4181 the trigger on those are garbage
@@madbroindustries i agree it could be better
I just placed a 9mm EZ on order at Rural King for $449.99. I hope I got a good deal. Any advice, since this will be my first firearm?
Thank you for looking out for us women, especially us first time shooters.
I appreciate how very in depth this video was and you covered all the bases. My favorite part was when you demonstrated the guns out in the range.
Same-same.
We need good guns for personal safety.
Went to bass pro and decided I wanted to get my own firearm.. went to the gun range to try out a few guns. Never really shot a gun but my husband has been teaching me. Tried both a .22 a couple times and this ez 9. Tried both and I was shocked that I liked the 9mm more. Went back to bass pro the next day and they were all sold out! But got mine from the gun range shop for $40 more dollars than bass pro but I didn't mind! Happy to have something I am comfortable shooting
Have fun and practice.
I recently purchased this firearm and awaiting its arrival. I had never heard of it until it was presented to me at the counter after discussing everything I'm looking for in a firearm. Of all the videos I've watched, this one is the most comprehensive and has the least amount of filler and NO rambling. Very concise, highlighting everything I need to see when previewing a weapon, and not repetitive at all. I love that you got some footage of you REALLY shooting it, not just popping off a couple shots. Great job. I'm so excited to send some rounds downrange! Thanks guy
I like my M&P 9 EZ M2.0 with the thumb safety. It is extremely safe for concealed carry. One thing I learned as a paramedic of 40 years is that having several safeties for concealed carry is always good. I have treated too many folks who were concealed carrying and had a trigger safety only and ended up shooting themselves. Some of those were serious injuries and required multiple surgeries. To me, safe is always a priority when carrying a gun. I also like the compactness of the firearm. It is very easy to carry in a IWB holster and is difficult to see even with a thin shirt. I used to carry a Glock 19 in a double retention holster but just got too nervous with the one trigger safety. I have treated 9 cops for accidental discharge of a Glock. So yea, safety with concealed carry is very important to me and the M&P 9 EZ M2.0 fits that criteria.
Same reason I'm considering the EZ, from extra safety margin through familiarity. I'm old school, started with the 1911-A1, and have mostly owned single action hammer fired semi-autos - Browning Hi-Power, Star PD and Super B, etc.
Wiping the thumb safety after the draw is muscle memory now. Grip safeties never caused any problems.
But I'm not sure I'd adapt as well to a striker fired pistol with only a trigger safety. I'd probably consider a 1980s-90s DA/SA pistol like the S&W 469 I used to have, rather than any striker fired pistol. And I liked the Benelli B76, other than the steep grip angle and magazines limiting it to hardball ammo - it wouldn't reliably feed any hollow points or even truncated cone rounds.
@@theparalexview785 I am not a fan of the DA/SA since the trigger pull varies from the first pull of the trigger to the second. I have a SW 915 and while I like the gun (as old as it is) the second pull requires a lot less pressure.
@@cliffclavin2503 , yup, it's tricky transitioning from DA first pull to SA. But I shoot revolvers a lot and my primary carry is a Ruger SP101 DA only spurless hammer snubby.
I've hated some DA/SA pistols and sold or traded them. The Beretta 92 was the worst for my hands. Odd because i liked the Bobcat 21A and Browning BDA 380 version of the Beretta .380 design.
And I didn't dislike the Walther PPK, although I traded that too.
The S&W 469 wasn't bad, nor was the Star Model 30.
My favorite was the Benelli B76. It was the easy action slide before the S&W M&P9 Shield EZ. The unique beech lock mechanism enabled a lighter slide and spring, yet could still handle very hot loads that would be dangerous in other pistols.
The DA first pull wasn't bad at all. And it could be safely carried cocked and locked. Unfortunately it wasn't reliable with anything other than 115-130 gr jacked hardball. If they ever reintroduce a modified B76 that handles hollow points, preferably with a lighter frame and more rust resistant slide, I'll be in line to buy one. Especially if they offer an extended fixed barrel threaded for accessories.
I like DAO for concealed carry. My daughter is a paramedic too and has a Taurus 605.
This! I'm a truck driver and concealed carry is a must. My first gun was a full size ria 1911 .45. Not really known for its concealment capabilities. Not even for my body size. And it's painful to carry iwb. But I do appreciate both the 1911 grip and trust safety as well as the s&w m&p ez 9 as well. For one, the trigger safety on both sides is nice, but it's easy to disengage. So when I'm climbing in, up, and down and reachng down or way up while loading cars or jumping or sitting, things can wiggle and accidentally squeeze certain things. So a grip safety is very handy and extra layer of safety. I'm glad that this tool is a great Segway for women transitioning into 9mm. But c'mon it's a nice comfortable and easy to conceal firearm. It's not gender biased. Many men and women of all shapes and sizes have different reasons for getting smaller compact pistols. I got mine for 429 at the rural king. I wish it had a thicker grip so it can hold more than 8 just like the m&p 2.0. If it weren't for the m&p 2.0 they had available at door to not have a grip safety I would've purchased it instead. Plus it holds I think up to 15 rds in the mag. But I really like the ez 9. I didn't get the ez 9 shield though. The only difference was the color on the shield and the sale price.
I live in springfield mass and the smith and wesson facility is deep rooted in our history. They have such a great reputation with customer service and every employee I've talked to has nothing but great things to say about them.
That is good to hear. I own many pistols, but I shoot my S&W the beat
I’ve been shooting for years. Bought both the 380 and 9mm to teach my significant other. I’ll tell you what, I grab these more often on range days than anything else. Much more relaxing to use these. I also enjoy my .22 pistols. This coming from a 1911 snob.
I bought a 380 ez and love it so much I’m thinking of trading my 9 Shield for a shield 9 ez. Smith & Wesson has hit it out of the park with this ez category of pistol. Beautiful firearm from an American made product from one of our proudest American firearm companies.
After doing some research on the SW EZ 9mm, a Ruger LC93, and a Glock 48, and then watching your review, I decided to purchase the SW EZ 9mm. Appreciate you reviewing this firearm and putting together such a quality video.
Can you offer some advice. I currently have a .22 because it’s so easy to shoot and basically has no recoil, but I am wanting to upgrade to a different caliber that the recoil isn’t so much that I couldn’t get used to. Would you recommend the EZ 9mm or would the EZ .380 be best.
@@deeshelton7010 personally I have not shot the EZ .380. I can tell younthe recoil on the EZ 9mm is less than other 9mm's I own, however still a quite more than .22's that I have shot. I would suggest heading to your local gun store that has a range and see if you can shoot both prior to purchasing. If you don't have anywhere local where you can shoot before buying, I would suggest the .380 as it will have less recoil. I am by no means a gun expert, so please take my comments for what they're worth (my opinion only). Best of luck to you!
I guess I’m in the minority as a man with a lot of firearms experience (as far as the “market” for this gun is concerned ). I picked one of these up and I love it. My hand and grip strength is above average, but I love this gun!
dualdiagnosis78 you and I are both in the minority (I guess). Bought the 9mm EZ 2 months ago and absolutely love it. There is nothing not to like and why every review says this gun is for women or men with hand strength issues is absolutely baffling to me! Every review i have seen has been positive and this will probably be one of the best selling hand guns in 2020! I’m with you…happy to be in the minority!!
Wife and I bought one. I like the ease of slide. Also like the grip saftey even though I thought it would be awkward at first. In looking at guns, I ignore the "female shooters" or "beginner gun" talk, just like I ignore the "beginner bike" talk when looking at motorcycles. People need to assess what the gun need is, then find a gun to fill the role. I feel like gun store owners start labelling things as female or beginner to make it easier to talk people into a more expensive purchase that starts to go beyond their intentions for the gun. Thats how some folks get talked into a 45 acp for self defense every day carry or a honda goldwing as their everyday commuter bike. Salesmen play on ego. This handgun lives up to its EZ name. My only gripe is I wish more of the recoil was lower / into the palm. Ive shot some glocks that have pinpoint accuracy bc the recoil was almost non existent. But this gun fits the bill for simple use, light weight, decent accuracy. And price isnt too bad. I dont consider it a starter gun, bc it fills the need we got it for, so no need to go bigger. Its a good handgun.
Me too I Love this weapon can't wait to make it my EDC once I receive my new alien gear holster
I bought this for myself for conceal carry and I love it. I’m younger “32” and don’t have any physical impairment. I just enjoy the ease of use! I would recommend this to anyone young, old, and in between no matter experience level. Just an all around great fire arm!
A couple of months ago I bought the 380 EZ which I love, and this past week I got the 9 EZ which I love even more... I highly recommend both the 380 and the 9 EZ'S..
Thanks for this informative video! I have had severe rheumatoid arthritis for about 25 yrs so my CC has been .38 special revolvers for the past two decades. Was so happy to find this little gem and handled one in a shop recently. Needless to say, I have the 380 on order.
I like this gun and I have to wonder why all handguns are not following suit with the same or similar ease of slide action...? This is a good step in technological advancement, IMO, and should be a new yardstick for all guns to achieve. Seems like a great thing for anyone, not just those with physical limitations.
Exactly. If it functions fine and makes operation easier, it’s a good idea in general
I just bought myself one over the weekend and it shoots fantastic. One of the best bee additions to my collection
This is a fabulous and thorough review. It was really helpful to someone like me that knows nothing about shooting. My better half bought me this gun for self defense this weekend but right now due to the quarantine all of the firearm classes are closed until further notice so this video has really helped me become familiar this this gun where I am comfortable to go out and start target practicing.
I shot one of these at the range it was like shooting a laser beam. Loved it
I really like your statement about how most gun makers forget about women and the elderly. My wife has rheumatoid arthritis and has weakened hand strength. She can’t even rack the slide on my CZ without hand pain. I think The M&P EZ might be the gun for her. Thanks for a good review. 👍🏾
Ty for the close up explanation of the recoil spring it was very helpful as was the whole review , appreciated
Love the 380 EZ. Larger frame gives solid shot placement for a 380. Solid firearm. Looking at the 9mm EZ now. I'm an old wheel gunner so the limited mag capacity does not bother me at all. Shot placement and training. Thanks for the excellent review. I'm on board for the 9mm version. Stay strong. USCG Proud 🇺🇸 btw...who would give this review 2 thumbs down ?
Thanks Drew! Honestly, it's a pleasant firearm to shoot no matter how much experience you have. The size makes it thin enough to carry all day as well. Merry Christmas!
Shout out to a fellow Coastie! BZ
*Sootch* great job, thanks for taking the time to show us. God Bless, brother. PS, Merry Christmas to you & your Family. (Kevin) !
Thanks Kevin : ) Merry Christmas and God Bless you and yours!
You might of just talked me into getting one of these ! Thanks for a great review as always
EXCELLENT demonstration and thoroughly step by step explanation of (literally) every part of the 9 mm handgun!
This will be my first firearm purchase. My mother has one and I loved how easy it was to handle. Perfect beginner gun to learn how to properly use one and familiarize yourself with pistols.
You're in my top 2 of favorite reviewers on TH-cam, and I look at everything. In fact, as soon as I watch your videos, you're immediately #1. I especially appreciate the amount of detail you give. Totally thorough reviews.
As far as the EZ goes, I'm tempted to influence my wife in this direction (for carry) , but it's hard to overcome her revolver muscle memory as a result of her Dad giving her his 9 shot .22 revolver when she was around 8. We still have that beauty and it's incredibly accurate - just can't conceal carry it.
I'm thinking about the S&W PD (340?) with the ultralight frame. I held one and almost flew out of my hand with its lightness. Need to research it.
Sorry if I got too off topic - unemployed/COVID, makes me 'chatty' haha!
I’ve always used revolvers (long story) and even though I’m in my 60s, I don’t have arthritis and my hands are not weak. I still open up my own pickle jars, for instance. 😁 That said, I am looking for my first semi, and this looks like a winner so far. Very eager to get my hands on this after lockdown.
Make sure to note the slide lock release button is very difficult to release slide! But just train to pull slide back to rack slide! Great weapon! Thanks Sootch another great review!
This is one of the most innovative fire arms to come out in the last 10 years! I was just having to help a female friend load mags the other day. For women the choice is now EZ! 😉 Sootch..great review as always!!
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I will get it
I am thinking about this with my arthritic fingers. I had started looking at the .380 EZ, glad to see it in 9!
Really helpful review. I really appreciated the detail in the assembly instructions. Thanks!
Thanks man I've been watching your videos for years now, I've learned a lot about prepping for my family from you! And I've been looking for my first gun and thanks to you I found it! Keep up the great work man your awesome!
Beautiful 9mm S&W hand gun thank you for the video have a great Christmas. :)
Singlehandedly, the best review! thank you. I will be getting one soon!
Just purchased this pistol and can’t wait to take it to the range to try it out. All reviews have been great. Thank you!
I have super tiny hands so even though I'm not super weak, racking certian 9mm can be difficult. My husband brought this home for himself just to have and I ended up falling in love with it. Ended up selling my Beretta PX4 Storm and using this as my carry instead. Super accurate and comfortable! The takedown was a little tricky but nothing we can't handle.
Great detailed review, especially on reassembly. The only drawback I see to the EZ is the weight at 23.8 oz. Sure wish it was striker fired. But with my injury I can't operate my slides anymore so this is definitely worth a try!
Merry Christmas Scootch, I learn a lot from your videos, keep them coming and God Bless!
I’m a first time shooter and this video has help make my decision to get the MP 9mm EZ.
Same here!
This is the best review on the EZ shield. I'm a first time gun owner & needed something for my wife & i to shoot. Appreciate the details in what to look for when taking it a part & how to put it back together when cleaning.
I bought this the very day it was announced/released for my mother for Christmas. She is 57 with mild arthritis and had no issues racking the slide or firing it. This is her first semi-auto and I much prefer her to have 9 rounds of 9mm than 5 of .38. It fired flawlessly, and was a great shooter. My only gripe is the sensitive (to me) mag release. I've noticed it on many M&P's, so it's probably just my preference for a stiffer mag release and paddle styles. Other than that, it's a great gun and she loves it!
I had the opportunity to fire a mag through a standard Shield EZ9 and I really liked it. One major concern that I had was the recoil would be too harsh due to the reduced weight recoil spring, but it was surprisingly pleasant to shoot. Only problem I ran into was a nose dive and failure to feed within 9 rounds.
This was my first handgun and I really like it. I use it for CC and it’s great for that as well as for just regular shooting. I appreciate the safety and ease of use features as well. Definitely recommend for new gun owners or anyone who needs an easy to load and operate handgun.
I just purchased this.. I cannot wait to take this to the range.. the ease of the slide is amazing...I may suggest my grandma to get this as well if that says anything. 💜
Love shooting the EZ shield, and the size is perfect! Easy to clean, easy to shoot, easy to carry, definitely a winner
Very informative video and it answered all my questions. I just bought this gun and I haven't had a chance to hit the range yet. The video has confirmed I made the right decision with my purchase. Thanks!!!
Just bought this model today. 1st gun. Ty for helping me to learn how to work my firearm.
I am a new owner of one of these guns, it is the first serious hand gun I’ve ever owned though I did have a little 22 a long time ago. The person I got it from has a good bit of knowledge as we but I am impressed with the way presented the information and made it easy to understand. Thanks.
I just purchased this fire arm and love it! It is my first personal fire arm. Everything you said is exactly why I decided on this piece! I tried many different options. I've only shot a few times over ten years ago, and while I'm a serious Constitutionalist, Ive never been a 'gun person'. As a 'reformed hippie' I can say this fire arm is going to be a transformational experience. Jerry would be proud; that's Jerry Garcia (The Grateful Dead) for those of you who have no idea what I'm talking about! Lol! Headed to range next weekend with some very experienced Patriots. Thanks for such a great review. Only feed back is about price. It's more than 399.
Literally just watched your Glock 44 video and now you released this jewel!!
The hits just keep coming! lol! Thanks Ronald!
Great review. Bought one for my wife and took it to the range. Flawless 150 rounds.
Thanks for all your videos ,I rally like your reviews better than allot of TH-camrs
Nice review. 👍 This is fantastic firearm from S&W. Excellent features, size, function, and shoot ability. I am looking forward to owning one of these after a great demo the other day at our range.
I highly recommend USCCA! I am an Elite Member (Highest Level, includes my wife) and it is chalk full of protection! Training, videos, interactive community, Concealed Carry magazine and much more!
It is the very best!
Regards.
Thanks Timothy! It's a great option and shoots like a dream. USCCA is Peace of Mind. The spouse program is hard to beat and I just bought my daughter a yearly membership.
Merry Christmas Brother!
Great review comparing the shield, 380 EZ and 9mm EZ. I love my .380 EZ and so happy the 9mm is here.
I love my 380 EZ Performance Center model. It`s not just for beginners. I hope they will do the P Center version in the 9MM. I am saving up now. The EZ is one of my favorite pistols I have ever owned.
Another tip I told my (new to guns) wife is that since the magazine has the LRHO feature, she can use that to her advantage when going to clean the gun or even just practice disassembly and reassembly. She tends to still have some coordination issues with racking the slide and locking it in so by using an empty magazine, she can rack the slide back and it locks in on its own. Then she can check to make sure it is unloaded, drop the magazine, and then finish taking the gun down. I don't see any issues with this, but perhaps I'm missing something so if that's the case please let me know. I do encourage her to continue to practice racking it back and locking it in on her own, but the empty mag method is so easy it helps her when she's around others when she doesn't want them to see her struggle. And I should also say that we tried one of these out at the range before buying it for her and it is an awesome gun. I own the shield 9 and 45 and love them both.
Picked up the 9mm Shield EZ a couple of weeks ago. I did get the thumb safety for the reason you said people would prefer it. I need the Rona to go away so I can take it out to the range. Nice review.
Getting one of these tomorrow. I'm getting the 2.0 though. It's a super nice firearm. Definitely what I was looking for. Wanted something that my wife could use without the intimidation factor in terms of operation. This is the one!
Just purchased it this morning. Went thru some bad stuff being a woman and left shoulder multiple fractures. I went to try all types to see what I could handle with the slide etc and this gun the slide is INCREDIBLE. That was a great thing to do for me personally and my situation to make the right choice. Yes it is my first gun and it felt right! The magazine loading AMAZING! 🖤
Bought a .380 EZ during the Black Friday sales for an insane discount, and it's just super....defensive rounds on board. I just love it. At 73, I can feel the hand strength diminishing somewhat, and the .380 EZ has already spoiled me over my standard Shield 9mm. However, the 9mm EZ is on my radar for next Thanksgiving, for my growing M&P collection. Thanks, S&W, and thanks Sootch, for another excellent video.
It seems that every review that I have seen on the 380 EZ states that it is excellent for those that are weak or impaired but not ideal for the seasoned shooter. I can easily rack any 380 or 9mm slide that I have come across, yet see no shame in using the 380 EZ myself. Same goes for higher recoiling rifles. I can shoot a larger caliber just fine, but have more fun shooting a lower recoiling firearm. Same goes for the quieter vs louder firearm. Even with hearing protection, I prefer the quieter ones. I see the 9mm EZ in my future, maybe not immediately as I am frugal and also because I recently purchased my second 380 EZ and would have purchased the third had the rebate also covered the performance center version. My older eyes can see the sights on the EZ's just fine whereas I cannot on many smaller pistols integrated sights. Overall a great design for ANYONE. Having said that I do prefer my 9mm 1911. Good job S&W. Waiting on the performance center 9mm to come out and have a rebate.
Always love the out takes!!!!!
Bought one a month ago, imo of all the pistols I looked at and played with this was the best for me. I also went with the slide safety, it’s not an obstacle, as you pull and bring it up the safety’s already off. Safety is important and unless your Wyatt Earp it’s on no consequence. The EZ slide is nice, I have arthritis.
I was waiting to see if they would come out with the EZ model in 9mm. Seems like S&W is bringing their A game for the past few years. I've always loved their products but they are really impressive these days. Another great video brother, have a great weekend and Merry Christmas!
Love your videos. Keep it up. Watched your video on the .380 EZ three years ago. Now, at 64, I traded my old standard Shield for the .380 EZ because I thought I was too old for the standard Shield. Loading the old mags were hard. And I like the grip safety on the EZ's. Well, I can still handle 9mm recoil. I wished I would had got the 9mm EZ. Due to the .380 ammo cost and availability. I am planning to get the 9mm EZ. I will have both EZ's . Thanks for this video.
this is my first handgun. after checking several for feel weight ect this is the one I decided on. look to start training class soon. I fell in love with it
My wife and I checked out several options before we landed on the .380 EZ. Man that gun is so much fun to shoot. easily the most flat shooting options out of the polymer 380s. Fits into m&p22 holsters, and when I put a light on it, locks into my glock 34 DO safariland (lot of wiggle, it will fall out if you're rolling around). She loves it too, so we will definitely be checking out the 9mm version.
Great review, thanks! This is the first I've heard about the new 9mm EZ. I second the thanks to S&W for addressing this segment of the population and their needs. Right now, I can operate my regular Shield 9 2.0, but as an older female, the EZ 9 is something I may want in the future. (Will point out that the regular Shield 9's come from the factory with both the 7-round and the slightly extended 8-round magazines included in the box.). Right now my regular Shield 9 is my favorite gun to shoot, but I have to use an overhand grip on the top of the slide and push with the other hand to rack its slide, which took a lot of practice because I have weaker hands. I'm glad S&W made the 9mm EZ.
I think USCCA overal! is the best plan. I read the mice type of many plans a couple of years ago and chose USCCA.
Again, thanks for another thorough, helpful review. Have a blessed and merry Christmas!
Thanks ABC! If you like the Shield, you'll love the EZ Shield. It is a little bigger but so much easier to shoot and to manipulate. S&W was really smart tapping into this market. Glad to hear your a USCCA member. Having that protection is peace of mind!
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Thank you!
You talk about women using this, but us older men with not that much hand strength means that this can be a real plus. The arthritis in the hands really makes it hard to rack or load a normal 9mm or 45. Thanks for the review.
Great review. Whenever I want to check out a firearm sootch00 is where I go. Thanks.
I see all reviews on this gun talking about it being a beginner firearm. What no one covers is the tactical advantage of a firearm that requires less effort to operate. In the case of wet hands or damage to your off hand you can operate the slide easier.
My wife used the s&w380ez due to her carpel & arthritis issues and loves it, she just recently moved up to the Taurus TH9C 9 mill and said its almost as easy for her as the s&w380ez and is happy she can have 14 rounds to start & a 17 round mag secondary in it as opposed the the s&wez only having 8 , and shoots it just as good if not a touch better. It is her new carry pistol and the sw380ez went in the safe
Thanks for the informative video I just bought one and can’t wait to shoot it. This is my first handgun. Can’t wait
Best review both the .380 and 9mm on TH-cam. Thank you very much.
Thanks again to Smith and Wesson, for not forgetting those among us that may not be able to minipulate the slide of a pistol due to many reasons.ie: limited hand strength, arthritis etc.. and thank you for another great video 👍 sootch and merry Christmas to you and yours!
Thanks Danita! I wish you a very Merry Christmas!
GREAT GUN with great features. I tried four different ammos and had way too many hang ups in the magazine. I thought the rims were catching on the lips. I couldn't unload the mag with my thumb they were stuck so hard. I wrote the factory and returned the mags and they sent me two spanking new mags that were EXACTLY like the defective ones. I determined that that problem was actually that the mouth of the case was catching on the front of the mag. So rather than send them back to get more of the same, I sanded the fronts of the mags. I tested it today with different types of ammo and had zero ftfs. NOW it is really a great gun.
I own W & S M&P 380 EZ. I also have other weapons but for Concealed Carry it's great. I broke my wrist very badly and I have no trouble racking or shooting. The magazine is very easy to load and slip in and out. I love it slips easy into my jeans and purse. New shooter, woman those with hand/wrist injuries will love it.
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I finally got to take mine to the range Saturday an oh man I love this gun,need more magazines, other than that not bad smooth shooting an love the trigger,sights works really well, getting a red dot optic for better accuracy an maybe a light laser combo but need to find myself a holster to support my light an laser combo.
Great review. Great info. Subscribed. Thanks!
I have a Shield Plus and a Shield EZ 9 mil. Love them both. I have M.S. so when I have a flare up, I will shoot my EZ. If I'm doing good and the M.S. isn't acting up, I will shoot my Shield Plus. They are both very easy to shoot.
What S&W needs to bring out is a Smith and Wesson M&P Shield Plus EZ 9 mm. Have the compactness and mag increase as the Shield Plus but have the easiness of the slide and loading of the mags in the EZ. If they came out with that, I would buy it in a heart beat. It's a win win for everyone that loves the EZ line
I've been considering one of these. I'm crowding 70, and while I have no trouble now, I do have arthritis in my hand and who knows how bad it'll be down the road. Would hurt to get one now.
Love my 380EZ & my shield 9mm EZ thank Smith &wesson good job
What did it cost
Great video. S&W learned a lot from Glock with the 42 and 43. Release the gun in .380 first. Sell a ton of them. Then give people what they really wanted the entire time, a 9 mm.
If there's one thing Glock understands, it's sales.
I purchased the 9mm 2 days ago, waiting for the lock down then target practice time
Have experience with handguns, but after handling one of these in a local gun shop, I couldn’t help but purchase it. Seems to me you get all the benefits of a regular shield with added ease of use.
In my 50’s and feeling the effects of arthritis. Humbling. Really appreciating the ease of use of the EZ 380 and the ease of my daughters to train handling a semi auto. Bought the EZ 9 but don’t think my girls can manage making the slide release work. I will enjoy the EZ 9 for myself. Thanks Sootch00!
Thank you for the great review!
Bought one of each. 380 for the wife, 9mm for me. Cant wait to get some range time together! It is her first handgun and am sure it will make the experience great.
For Christmas I bought myself the G19 Gen. 3 and this is going to be my 2nd purchase, probably for ccw ... I like the sleekness.. since my birthday is in January maybe I'll do it then!
Michele Tarver nice 👍 looking to pick one up for my mother and training her up. Stepfather recently passed and I want her to have something for self defense. Congrats on your Glock!
Michele Tarver I still have my G19 that I purchased new in the mid 90s, I hear they are even better now which is hard to imagine because mine is outstanding. Thousands of rounds through with only one malfunction and that was with homemade reloaded ammo not factory. You are going to love this gun.
Love love LOVE the G19 and MP is in the queue.
Great review Don ! I bought This EZ for my wife as a home defense gun. I was going to get the Shield plus but i like the trigger better on the EZ plus it has a light rail.
I have a new M&P Shield 2.0 in 9 mm and have pretty strong hands, but even I struggle with proper handling of that gun. Takes a good getting used to. Glad these are out for those with lesser hand strength.