I’m a diehard Glock fan boy till death! My department after 30 years of issuing the Beretta 92FS, went to the m&p 1.0. I hate S&W autos as I own two 3rd gens, but they’re now safe queens. However after 4 years, my department recalled all of the 1.0’s and swapped them out for the newer 2.0’s. I never carried the 1.0, as I opted for a Glock 17 Gen5 and my Beretta 92 FS which I was allowed to buy from my department. Regarding the 2.0, I was skeptical initially, but after going through department training with two classes of each shooting 1,000 rounds (2,000 total), I gotta say this 2.0 kicks ass!!!! My department tortured the crap out of the 20 test guns (2.0’s) they had and the guns functioned amazingly. (So did the Glocks), but I admit that the 2.0 feels better in the hand for me. Now I swear by the 2.0 and I want the 5” desert tan model like in this video. Fabulous gun!!!!
@@stevekennyufc Yeah I did actually get the 5” FDE model and a 4.25” black colored version, like the one I’m issued. I love them both, even though I’m really a Glock FANATICboy! The 5” FDE model however is usually on my hip when hunting upland game and/or predator hunting.
Hey brother 🇺🇸 I have the same gun 5” FDE 2.0 I was wonder if i could actually put on the compact slide on mines …can you try it on yours since you have the compact and pls let me know if you do thanks in advance
My department ( now retired) issues the 4.25” M&P 2.0. But they also allow this 5” FDE model. So I bought this 5” version and carried it on duty my last year before retirement, in a drop leg holster. I LOVE that gun.
I told a S&W rep at the gun store I frequent, that if S&W would put the Shield Plus trigger in this model I would buy it, too. Love the Shield Plus. Favorite carry gun ever. Nice review.
I’m buying this gun tomorrow. My dealer has 10 (9mm) in stock. I have the 4.25” model and I love it! …and I’m a diehard GLOCK FANATIC JUNKIE! But this 5” FDE finish just beats all the ascetics I’ve seen and felt on a modern semi auto. It will be my secondary sidearm (9mm) on hunting trips for small game. When I hunt deer, pigs and black bear, then it’s always a Glock 20 in 10mm.
I do own one of these and really enjoy shooting it and the different back straps makes it easy to handle and shoot for almost anyone this is a great weapon in my opinion
Your journey with S&W is similar to mine. I bought a Sigma 40 many years ago and eventually sold it, having never fired it. Except for owning, and eventually selling, a few Walthers, I never owned another S&W until yesterday. That's when I saw your version of the M&P 2.0 with a manual safety and the Performance Center 2.0 C.O.R.E. in my LGS. It took only a couple of minutes to decide I preferred the latter to the former, and bought it. I shot it yesterday and I love it.
I just got this gun recently and love it! I’d also recommend looking into possibly getting the S&W sd9ve. It’s the final evolution of the old sigma. You can definitely see the resemblance but it’s overall a much better gun now. Still not as good as the m&p line but if you want a beater gun with smith & Wesson quality that will only run you around $300-$350, id recommend it. I’m sure it’d bring you some nostalgia.
I have that same gun, except mine has the thumb safety in the back. I am a casual/recreational shooter who has been shooting only for about two years. When I go to the range, I use the Birchwood Casey Dirty Bird targets that have a 2-7/8" diameter 10 ring. I don't get the groups you get, but I can often get all 10 shots inside the 10 ring at 7 yards. I love the gun!
I bought the exact copy of this just today, as it was too good a deal to pass up. This will be a good stable mate to my 4.25" & 3.6" models, also 2.0. Being a big fan of flat faced triggers the first thing I did was order an Apex F/F kit to replace the hinged jobbie. Will also be replacing the sights with a set of Dawson fiber optics to round things out.
I have the performance center w the core cuts and I’m telling ya it’s the best pistol I got, better than my browning, better than my hk, I concealed carry this thing every single day. Get a nice holster(vedder) and belt(Kore essentials) and you’re good.
Not gonna lie that is the first Glock I have seen I would be interested in. That thing doesnt look as blocky as most do. That FDE color is sweet but alas it still has that god awful grip angle but would still like to see it in person. Maybe could overlook the grip. LOL I'm a M&P guy and the 2.0's are fantastic.
There's something about the reset on this factory trigger that just feels right. When the pistol cycles it does it so effortlessly and smoothly that, to me, it is reminiscent of a quality 1911--without the hammer, of course. Prior to purchase, and after firing a couple of hundred rounds through it as is, the guy I bought it from threw in an Apex trigger kit to sweeten the deal. All that's really left to say is "wow!"
i love this gun. Grip and stability is outstanding. Hard to put it down once you start using it...Can SOMEONE make a video on the best OWB holster for this??
For me it's really just the question of whether I need/want the extra .75" of slide from the 4.25 to the 5". I wish they made the basic 4.6" in other chamberings than .45 or offered larger mags than a flush tenner. I like my 15+ options too much.
In all the M&P's There's a little yellow tab inside that you're supposed to flip down with a small tool or screwdriver in order to release the slide after rotating the takedown lever
Dude I’m in the same boat. Wish I’d have went with the 4.25 or full-size and not the L. Also wish it was optic ready. I wonder if you can do a slide and barrel conversion for the optic ready slide
I got the range kit in 40 S&W with the 4.25 barrel in Jan. for 830.00 out the door! Oh yeah, I live on Maui- and it’s worth it. My wife shoots it with no problems with recoil. Lately I have been buying from Gunbroker. They have fantastic prices. Good luck.
All of my M&Ps have slide locks that are difficult to use in releasing the slide (with thumb only). I noticed that you pulled back on the slide and pressed the release. Has your slide release ever gotten easier to use? I saw one video on yt were a guy modified his with a little sanding. Do you have this problem?
Like most of my firearms, all the parts of this M&P seemed to get easier to manipulate after it was properly broken in. Personally, I had no issues with this slide release.
Not really into guns till recently this is my first firearm ever still haven’t got a range day in but it’s a clean ass gun lol I have the exact same model any tips?
Uhhhh the “Sigma.” That was the biggest POS that S&W ever made. That gun was a dumpster fire. Now this M&P 2.0 5” FDE model is a GEM! This is my update since I first posted two years ago. I carry mine now for camping and back packing in non black bear country. It’s primarily my defense gun against toothless zombies that play banjos in the woods. It’s sad that the military didn’t choose the Glock 19x first and foremost. Their second choice should have been this 5” FDE M&P model. They dun screwed up with Sig.
Currently, you can order the 2.0 series in 9mm with a 4.6 inch threaded barrel. You can also order the 2.0 series in .45 ACP with a 4.6 inch standard barrel. This is per their own product website.
I’m a diehard Glock fan boy till death! My department after 30 years of issuing the Beretta 92FS, went to the m&p 1.0. I hate S&W autos as I own two 3rd gens, but they’re now safe queens. However after 4 years, my department recalled all of the 1.0’s and swapped them out for the newer 2.0’s. I never carried the 1.0, as I opted for a Glock 17 Gen5 and my Beretta 92 FS which I was allowed to buy from my department. Regarding the 2.0, I was skeptical initially, but after going through department training with two classes of each shooting 1,000 rounds (2,000 total), I gotta say this 2.0 kicks ass!!!! My department tortured the crap out of the 20 test guns (2.0’s) they had and the guns functioned amazingly. (So did the Glocks), but I admit that the 2.0 feels better in the hand for me. Now I swear by the 2.0 and I want the 5” desert tan model like in this video. Fabulous gun!!!!
Fires and handles like a dream, and I'm an entry level novice.
Makes me more confident in buying my 2.0, desert tan, I opted for the 4.something inch version
@@stevekennyufc Yeah I did actually get the 5” FDE model and a 4.25” black colored version, like the one I’m issued. I love them both, even though I’m really a Glock FANATICboy! The 5” FDE model however is usually on my hip when hunting upland game and/or predator hunting.
I share your sentiment. (Civilian).
Agreed!
My wife has the smaller M&P 2.0 in 9mm. I just bought the FDE 5" and am looking forward to shooting it.
I really want the 5" FDE. Found a 4.25" available, but I love the look of the long slide
I hope your looking forward while shooting. Looking any other direction would be dangerous 🤣
Hey brother 🇺🇸 I have the same gun 5” FDE 2.0 I was wonder if i could actually put on the compact slide on mines …can you try it on yours since you have the compact and pls let me know if you do thanks in advance
I love my 2.0 5inch. It shoots well and feels great in my hands.
My department ( now retired) issues the 4.25” M&P 2.0. But they also allow this 5” FDE model. So I bought this 5” version and carried it on duty my last year before retirement, in a drop leg holster. I LOVE that gun.
I told a S&W rep at the gun store I frequent, that if S&W would put the Shield Plus trigger in this model I would buy it, too. Love the Shield Plus. Favorite carry gun ever. Nice review.
I wish I could put the Glock 20 (10mm) Gen3 trigger into an M&P 2.0. Lol.
Apex trigger but this trigger is solid unless you have to have a flat one.
It’s 2023 now and they did it in the optic ready manual safety version if you are still contemplating a purchase.
I bought the same pistol but with the safety in Feb 2020 because I liked the grip and the looks..great pistol to shoot..500 rounds shot,.no problems
Got it for the same reasons, the ergonomics are good for me and they are reliable and accurate. Mostly bedside, winter carry and range fun.
I’m buying this gun tomorrow. My dealer has 10 (9mm) in stock. I have the 4.25” model and I love it! …and I’m a diehard GLOCK FANATIC JUNKIE! But this 5” FDE finish just beats all the ascetics I’ve seen and felt on a modern semi auto. It will be my secondary sidearm (9mm) on hunting trips for small game. When I hunt deer, pigs and black bear, then it’s always a Glock 20 in 10mm.
I do own one of these and really enjoy shooting it and the different back straps makes it easy to handle and shoot for almost anyone this is a great weapon in my opinion
I bought this 5" after my first being the gen 1 m&p. Mine is set up with a holosun and an x300. Perfect little blaster
Very nice!
Your journey with S&W is similar to mine. I bought a Sigma 40 many years ago and eventually sold it, having never fired it. Except for owning, and eventually selling, a few Walthers, I never owned another S&W until yesterday. That's when I saw your version of the M&P 2.0 with a manual safety and the Performance Center 2.0 C.O.R.E. in my LGS. It took only a couple of minutes to decide I preferred the latter to the former, and bought it. I shot it yesterday and I love it.
I just got this gun recently and love it!
I’d also recommend looking into possibly getting the S&W sd9ve. It’s the final evolution of the old sigma. You can definitely see the resemblance but it’s overall a much better gun now. Still not as good as the m&p line but if you want a beater gun with smith & Wesson quality that will only run you around $300-$350, id recommend it. I’m sure it’d bring you some nostalgia.
I have that same gun, except mine has the thumb safety in the back. I am a casual/recreational shooter who has been shooting only for about two years. When I go to the range, I use the Birchwood Casey Dirty Bird targets that have a 2-7/8" diameter 10 ring. I don't get the groups you get, but I can often get all 10 shots inside the 10 ring at 7 yards. I love the gun!
I bought the exact copy of this just today, as it was too good a deal to pass up. This will be a good stable mate to my 4.25" & 3.6" models, also 2.0. Being a big fan of flat faced triggers the first thing I did was order an Apex F/F kit to replace the hinged jobbie. Will also be replacing the sights with a set of Dawson fiber optics to round things out.
I have the performance center w the core cuts and I’m telling ya it’s the best pistol I got, better than my browning, better than my hk, I concealed carry this thing every single day. Get a nice holster(vedder) and belt(Kore essentials) and you’re good.
Just bought one nice review
Hey bro, I know this post was a while ago, but what holster do you recommend for the pro series? Thanks.
Do you carry the 5inch barrel? If so do you print alot
@@JohnSmith-wn6br I do in the winter with a coat and custom owb holster. If it prints no one ever told me 😂
Just bought this exact gun and i love it..!!!
Not gonna lie that is the first Glock I have seen I would be interested in. That thing doesnt look as blocky as most do. That FDE color is sweet but alas it still has that god awful grip angle but would still like to see it in person. Maybe could overlook the grip. LOL I'm a M&P guy and the 2.0's are fantastic.
There's something about the reset on this factory trigger that just feels right. When the pistol cycles it does it so effortlessly and smoothly that, to me, it is reminiscent of a quality 1911--without the hammer, of course. Prior to purchase, and after firing a couple of hundred rounds through it as is, the guy I bought it from threw in an Apex trigger kit to sweeten the deal. All that's really left to say is "wow!"
Just bought mine Rural King Spring Hill Florida at the rebate 385
Man with the golden gun.
This is one fine weapon...so if ya can take it for a test I think you'll be very happy..I will be looking at the shorted barrel version...
i love this gun. Grip and stability is outstanding. Hard to put it down once you start using it...Can SOMEONE make a video on the best OWB holster for this??
For me it's really just the question of whether I need/want the extra .75" of slide from the 4.25 to the 5". I wish they made the basic 4.6" in other chamberings than .45 or offered larger mags than a flush tenner. I like my 15+ options too much.
Love the m&ps I'm a glock guy but love the m&p line as well
awesome gun i love mine 75 yards easy on target
In all the M&P's There's a little yellow tab inside that you're supposed to flip down with a small tool or screwdriver in order to release the slide after rotating the takedown lever
Any ideas where to find a holster for a m&p 2.0 40 cal with 5" barrel? I can't find them anywhere online
Did you find it ? I am looking for one too
@@arrrasheed I got a 1791 holster made for my g20 but also fits my m&p 5"
Mine should be in today or tomorrow! Was $599 plus S&W has their $100 rebate on it!
Really like this fed, it’s just right!
I have 4 of the 2.0 also just like yours in the video
Great vid. Subscription earned. This is in my daily carry rotation. Fantastic pistol, fun and easy to shoot.
Great video. Very detail oriented and a thorough review. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
Great video brother. Very informative and to the point. Been debating between one of these or a 1911 (decisions, decisions). Thanks and God bless.
You are most welcome. Thanks for watching!
Which did you get?
4.25" is amazing.
Dude I’m in the same boat. Wish I’d have went with the 4.25 or full-size and not the L. Also wish it was optic ready. I wonder if you can do a slide and barrel conversion for the optic ready slide
Very honest and informative review. Well filmed too.
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.
I love it. Great gun 👍🏼💪🏼
What is a fair price for this firearm? I see them online between 599 and 679...
They had this exact gun at my local shop for $549 plus tax last week.
i paid full price $609, but the store gave me a discount
:'(
I got the range kit in 40 S&W with the 4.25 barrel in Jan. for 830.00 out the door! Oh yeah, I live on Maui- and it’s worth it. My wife shoots it with no problems with recoil. Lately I have been buying from Gunbroker. They have fantastic prices. Good luck.
Prior to 2020 I saw these for 499.99 here in Wa state. More like 599.99 now.
Got mine for 450, but that was over a year ago
Beautiful gun.
So, it's a mp9 2.0, with a barrel of 4.25 a compact or a full frame? ( mags.of 17 rounds)
It’s interesting that they took out the loaded chamber indicator
Smart move. It makes milling for a red dot that much easier.
You can still look down the ejector port and see shiny brass. ✨️
How's that fde finish holding up. Great info video. Thx
All of my M&Ps have slide locks that are difficult to use in releasing the slide (with thumb only). I noticed that you pulled back on the slide and pressed the release. Has your slide release ever gotten easier to use? I saw one video on yt were a guy modified his with a little sanding. Do you have this problem?
Like most of my firearms, all the parts of this M&P seemed to get easier to manipulate after it was properly broken in. Personally, I had no issues with this slide release.
M&p doesn't have a release, it's designed for slingshot. Of course you can press the release, but it's made to lock mainly.
Not really into guns till recently this is my first firearm ever still haven’t got a range day in but it’s a clean ass gun lol I have the exact same model any tips?
I love mine for carry
Love mine.
Cz p-10 or Beretta apx or m &p 2.0. 4,5 inc ?
Do they have the 5inch 357 barrel?
Uhhhh the “Sigma.” That was the biggest POS that S&W ever made. That gun was a dumpster fire. Now this M&P 2.0 5” FDE model is a GEM! This is my update since I first posted two years ago. I carry mine now for camping and back packing in non black bear country. It’s primarily my defense gun against toothless zombies that play banjos in the woods.
It’s sad that the military didn’t choose the Glock 19x first and foremost. Their second choice should have been this 5” FDE M&P model. They dun screwed up with Sig.
M&P makes glock look so crappy (because they are)
Except mp curved trigger sucks
@@rockon772 Nah it's not too bad, just different.
Definitely better than gen 5 glock triggers, not better than sigs or aftermarket triggers.
@@Shadow__133 if you can’t handle a glock trigger you just suck at shooting
@@rockon772 I don't suck at shooting as much with a good trigger 😉
This is one of the products that they had to stop making because it was too good.
I’m pretty sure Smith doesn’t make a 4.6 inch version
3.6 subcompact, 3.6 compact, 4 inch, 4.25 inch and the 5 inch.
Currently, you can order the 2.0 series in 9mm with a 4.6 inch threaded barrel. You can also order the 2.0 series in .45 ACP with a 4.6 inch standard barrel. This is per their own product website.
@@TheConcealedCarryChannel .. you’re totally right. I forgot the threaded barrel lengths.
@@clplusp8762 All good my friend. I miss things too...a lot to keep up with.
The .45 is 4.6 in.
cheap and beautiful
Geeze, the Sigma is the Yugo of handguns. Pure junk. But the 2.0 M&P’s are excellent.
I love my m&p 5inch fde love love love