M&P Shield Performance Center (ported slide and barrel)

[b23]

Anyone shot or been around one of the ported model MP Shields from their Performance Center??

I had little to no interest in one until I played with one the other day while I was doing paperwork on a G17 I just bought.

The one I played with was just the standard version.  I didn't even know they had a ported model from the Performance Center.  I guess the trigger is a little lighter and maybe a bit more positive feeling.  You can get it in 9mm or .40 and the ones I've found instock so far weren't to crazy priced, right around $450.

If anyone has anymore information about one of these or better yet, some time behind one, I'd be grateful to hear your thoughts.

[huntandjeep]

The ported model is the newest in the line up. I don't have one but I will by the end of the month  .

[b23]

I don't have one but I will by the end of the month  .

Hmm, lets see, that's only 14 days away.  Ya, I can wait that long.  Look forward to hearing how well you like it.

Oh, and if you don't want to wait till the end of the month and go ahead and get one now, ya, I'm okay with that too.

[huntandjeep]

I don't have one but I will by the end of the month  .

Hmm, lets see, that's only 14 days away.  Ya, I can wait that long.  Look forward to hearing how well you like it.

Oh, and if you don't want to wait till the end of the month and go ahead and get one now, ya, I'm okay with that too.

Believe me I want it now waiting on bonus check.

[257wbymagkiller]

been around it and played with it, Looks really good but the trigger is terrible

[thinkingman]

Anyone shot or been around one of the ported model MP Shields from their Performance Center??

I had little to no interest in one until I played with one the other day while I was doing paperwork on a G17 I just bought.

The one I played with was just the standard version.  I didn't even know they had a ported model from the Performance Center.  I guess the trigger is a little lighter and maybe a bit more positive feeling.  You can get it in 9mm or .40 and the ones I've found instock so far weren't to crazy priced, right around $450.

If anyone has anymore information about one of these or better yet, some time behind one, I'd be grateful to hear your thoughts.

Ironic you use the term 'hear your thoughts' when asking about a ported handgun.
I suppose if you bought it only for action pistol matches where everyone had good hearing protection, it would be alright.

[theleo]

Anyone shot or been around one of the ported model MP Shields from their Performance Center??

I had little to no interest in one until I played with one the other day while I was doing paperwork on a G17 I just bought.

The one I played with was just the standard version.  I didn't even know they had a ported model from the Performance Center.  I guess the trigger is a little lighter and maybe a bit more positive feeling.  You can get it in 9mm or .40 and the ones I've found instock so far weren't to crazy priced, right around $450.

If anyone has anymore information about one of these or better yet, some time behind one, I'd be grateful to hear your thoughts.

Ironic you use the term 'hear your thoughts' when asking about a ported handgun.
I suppose if you bought it only for action pistol matches where everyone had good hearing protection, it would be alright.

I'd have a hard time believing it'd be any noisier than a 357 mag with a 3" barrel. My model 60 with a 3" has got a real bark to it when I run a 357 round through it.

[beaslayer6]

I have a 40 shield standard and have been looking at the ported model.. but if you have to shot it at night I would if you'll be blinded by it.. I would say would could shot my 40 if you lived a bit closer..

[jdb]

Anyone shot or been around one of the ported model MP Shields from their Performance Center??

I had little to no interest in one until I played with one the other day while I was doing paperwork on a G17 I just bought.

The one I played with was just the standard version.  I didn't even know they had a ported model from the Performance Center.  I guess the trigger is a little lighter and maybe a bit more positive feeling.  You can get it in 9mm or .40 and the ones I've found instock so far weren't to crazy priced, right around $450.

If anyone has anymore information about one of these or better yet, some time behind one, I'd be grateful to hear your thoughts.

Ironic you use the term 'hear your thoughts' when asking about a ported handgun.
I suppose if you bought it only for action pistol matches where everyone had good hearing protection, it would be alright.

I'd have a hard time believing it'd be any noisier than a 357 mag with a 3" barrel. My model 60 with a 3" has got a real bark to it when I run a 357 round through it.

i have the same Gun and you don't want to shoot it without plugs that's for sure!

[huntandjeep]

More info on them . They come with Hi-Viz sights f/r and a worked over trigger with around 5.5lb pull weight.  Found one in both calibers at a local dealer for $499 plus there having a 10℅ off sale . Going to check my regular dealers this weekend and see what they can do for me 

[mountainman]

Can't wait for a report!

[b23]

More info on them . They come with Hi-Viz sights f/r and a worked over trigger with around 5.5lb pull weight.  Found one in both calibers at a local dealer for $499 plus there having a 10℅ off sale . Going to check my regular dealers this weekend and see what they can do for me 

That's not a bad price.  About the best I've been able to find for a .40 is $470+$6 for shipping then I'd have another $15 for transfer fee and sales tax on that so your 499-10% is a better deal.  Was that for the .40 or 9mm???

I'd kinda like to get the .40cal and put a 357sig barrel in it.

[huntandjeep]

More info on them . They come with Hi-Viz sights f/r and a worked over trigger with around 5.5lb pull weight.  Found one in both calibers at a local dealer for $499 plus there having a 10℅ off sale . Going to check my regular dealers this weekend and see what they can do for me 

That's not a bad price.  About the best I've been able to find for a .40 is $470+$6 for shipping then I'd have another $15 for transfer fee and sales tax on that so your 499-10% is a better deal.  Was that for the .40 or 9mm???

I'd kinda like to get the .40cal and put a 357sig barrel in it.

That's the price on the  .40 

[huntandjeep]

Couldn't wait any longer  . Picked up the .40 cal version. $460 out the door. Ran 2 magazines through it when I got home. Its a little louder than a regular Shield .40 but not by much.  The ports definitely help with muzzle flip .The Hi-Viz sights are alot faster to find than the stock Shield sights. Trigger pull is also alot lower than  stock .Going to be alot nicer carrying this over my 1911's.

[b23]

Couldn't wait any longer  . Picked up the .40 cal version. $460 out the door. Ran 2 magazines through it when I got home. Its a little louder than a regular Shield .40 but not by much.  The ports definitely help with muzzle flip .The Hi-Viz sights are alot faster to find than the stock Shield sights. Trigger pull is also alot lower than  stock .Going to be alot nicer carrying this over my 1911's.

Mmmm, very nice!:tup:

I just can't decide between the .40 and 9mm.  Sure wish they made this in a 357Sig. 

[huntandjeep]

Couldn't wait any longer  . Picked up the .40 cal version. $460 out the door. Ran 2 magazines through it when I got home. Its a little louder than a regular Shield .40 but not by much.  The ports definitely help with muzzle flip .The Hi-Viz sights are alot faster to find than the stock Shield sights. Trigger pull is also alot lower than  stock .Going to be alot nicer carrying this over my 1911's.

Mmmm, very nice!:tup:

I just can't decide between the .40 and 9mm.  Sure wish they made this in a 357Sig. 

Ya that would be nice but I'm totally happy with the .40

[Badhabit]

You got a 1 month report on your .40 shield? Did you stipple your grips? I'm in the market for a 9mm. Best price I've found is $436.33 out of state so I'll have to add shipping and FFL charges. You said you paid $460 out the door does that include sales tax? If so where in Yakima did you get it for that? PM me or post either way.

[huntandjeep]

You got a 1 month report on your .40 shield? Did you stipple your grips? I'm in the market for a 9mm. Best price I've found is $436.33 out of state so I'll have to add shipping and FFL charges. You said you paid $460 out the door does that include sales tax? If so where in Yakima did you get it for that? PM me or post either way.

Have only ran about 100 rounds threw it so far and not a hiccup. Yes I did stipple the grips my self ( also did my neighbors ) . I payed $449 before tax but the store was having a 10℅ off sale at the time.

[XAFSSGT]

I just can't decide between the .40 and 9mm.  Sure wish they made this in a 357Sig.

Check Storm Lake or KKM for a barrel in .357 SIG. It's a drop in conversion between .40 and .357 SIG.

[Badhabit]

I went to the gunshow taday in Yakima. I love those crazy know it alls. Told me I don't need a ported barrel the flash at night will blind me. None of the sellers had one or had even had one in inventory yet. Did sell my BSS to the yellow table guy.

[huntandjeep]

I just can't decide between the .40 and 9mm.  Sure wish they made this in a 357Sig.

Check Storm Lake or KKM for a barrel in .357 SIG. It's a drop in conversion between .40 and .357 SIG.

Neither of them make a barrel for the shield . They do make one for the M&Pc which is a different animal

[Mongo Hunter]

Ive heard a lot of good things so far. as for the ports I don't think these will blind you at night. there are 2 (one on either side), 9mm and 40 don't flash all that much and if your in a fight you probly wont even notice. I bought the regular one about 4 months before they released this new one, trust me mine is getting traded in for Performance center one. My big gripe was the trigger, the performance center is about $50 more, to put a new trigger in mine would be around $150. I thinks its a home run except for the fiber optic sights, I would have preferred hi-viz night sights.

[Badhabit]

I went to Cabelas today in Yakima, the herd was lined up outside the door starting at 8:30. Most everyone went to the gun dept. Lots of Ruger LCP's flying off the shelf. Myself I was told they had 2 S&W Performance shop 9mm Shields in stock.They were gone before I got to the counter, they did however take my name and said next one that comes into the store has my name on it for the sale price. So, I can't complain too much.

[huntandjeep]

Couldn't wait any longer  . Picked up the .40 cal version. $460 out the door. Ran 2 magazines through it when I got home. Its a little louder than a regular Shield .40 but not by much.  The ports definitely help with muzzle flip .The Hi-Viz sights are alot faster to find than the stock Shield sights. Trigger pull is also alot lower than  stock .Going to be alot nicer carrying this over my 1911's.

are you considering painting your toenails now? haha I kid

No but my Shield is getting a fresh paint job 

[Badhabit]

I got the call from Cabelas today that the M&P 9mm Performance Center Shield came in today. $486 and change included sales tax out the door. Got it home and tore it down cleaned the packing oil off and reassembled. I think I'm going to like shooting this one. Feels good in the hand, I can get the high viz sites on target, the trigger is crisp and the porting is just cool factor for right now. Now to find an iwb holster and a couple of boxes of PNW TacOps 115gr schp