2nd Shield or full size M&P ?

[ett]

A couple months ago I won a raffle.
I had a choice of a S&W M&P 9mm Shield Ported, Mossberg ATI shotgun, or cash.
I chose the the Shield as my winnings.
And also bought the Mossberg.

I've been shooting my Shield.
And I'm not as accurate with it as I am with my Taurus Judge.

I think that may be because of the Shield's smaller size.
And my researching on the internet appears to backup my theory.

So I've researched larger pistols.
And I found two that I like.
The full size M&P 9mm and the Beretta 92G.

Well; last night I won the same raffle a second time.
Well not the exact same raffle; but different raffle, with same prizes, from same organization.
Sometimes it pays to by a crapload of tickets.
This time; instead of choosing the Shield, I'm considering choosing the cash and using it towards the purchase one of those two larger pistols.

So today I rented both a the local indoor range.
I shot the full size M&P 9mm better then my Shield.
And I shot the Beretta; in both SA and DA; better then the full size M&P.
BUT the grip on the Beretta is too fat for my hands.
I need both hands to release the magazine.

So; unless I learn I was doing something wrong with the Beretta; the full size M&P is better for me.

Before I decide in taking the cash from the raffle and buy the full size M&P.
Is there any value of having two Shields that would greatly outweigh buying the full size M&P ?

Thanks;
--ET

[Mitch10mm]

M&P 2.0 is out. I started a thread but not much talk so far. Research the 2.0
Retail $525

[MovingtoAmerica]

Shit I will trade you a M&P9c in FDE for that shield But in all seriousness, I would look at the M&P 2.0. it looks real nice

https://www.smith-wesson.com/firearms/mp-9-m20-1

[IIIIIREPOIIIII]

Stop fixin the raffles cheater!

[Wildbill990]

M&P 2.0 is out. I started a thread but not much talk so far. Research the 2.0
Retail $525

Just got two delivered yesterday. I always liked the feel of the m&p line and the new 2.0 is even a little nicer. I'd say go with that or the beretta 92a3. It can be had for around $1k though but it's really nice. Has suppressor night sights, threaded barrel, 3 17 round mags, slimmer grip and thicker rubber grip included as well as a cool Plano looking storage container.

[Hodgie]

I'm pretty sure there are G10 grips that will thin the beretta out a bit I think Wilson Combat used them on their custom models.

[Gunsnwater]

A couple months ago I won a raffle.
I had a choice of a S&W M&P 9mm Shield Ported, Mossberg ATI shotgun, or cash.
I chose the the Shield as my winnings.
And also bought the Mossberg.

I've been shooting my Shield.
And I'm not as accurate with it as I am with my Taurus Judge.

I think that may be because of the Shield's smaller size.
And my researching on the internet appears to backup my theory.

So I've researched larger pistols.
And I found two that I like.
The full size M&P 9mm and the Beretta 92G.

Well; last night I won the same raffle a second time.
Well not the exact same raffle; but different raffle, with same prizes, from same organization.
Sometimes it pays to by a crapload of tickets.
This time; instead of choosing the Shield, I'm considering choosing the cash and using it towards the purchase one of those two larger pistols.

So today I rented both a the local indoor range.
I shot the full size M&P 9mm better then my Shield.
And I shot the Beretta; in both SA and DA; better then the full size M&P.
BUT the grip on the Beretta is too fat for my hands.
I need both hands to release the magazine.

So; unless I learn I was doing something wrong with the Beretta; the full size M&P is better for me.

Before I decide in taking the cash from the raffle and buy the full size M&P.
Is there any value of having two Shields that would greatly outweigh buying the full size M&P ?

Thanks;
--ET

Is this some way of saying neener neener neener? Lucky bastard! I guess your next move is to sell us your book How to Win Free Guns by Ett. my advise, add some cash and make it a 45 Shield. Never take the cash, it will go to some B.S. something or other. Guns are Forever, diamonds are carbon just like fowelling.

[ammo]

If you flip it.....get the most expensive MSRP one.

If you KEEP it.....the benefit is having a house/car gun thats the back up to your probably carry gun. Instant familiar platform!

[mosseater]

I havent shot a shield, but have handled them. I carry an m&p 40c for several years now. I don't care for the single stack feel in my hand, so the double stack full size would be my choice. Personal preference.

[KCJones]

I havent shot a shield, but have handled them. I carry an m&p 40c for several years now. I don't care for the single stack feel in my hand, so the double stack full size would be my choice. Personal preference.

Ditto. My summertime daily carry is a single-stack, just for concealability purposes. Even at that I always get an extended magazine to get my pinky on the grip. But it just never feels thick enough. (In winter with sweaters and stuff that make conceal easier, I carry a double-stack)

Other than needing another small CC pistol, can't think why you'd go for another shield...