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Thread: S&W shield ez in 9mm released

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wingate's Hairbrush View Post
    A few days ago.
    I did an online search and didn't see it as available. Where can it be had, Wingate's Hairbrush?

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    Quote Originally Posted by sparkyv View Post
    I did an online search and didn't see it as available. Where can it be had, Wingate's Hairbrush?
    Look for it on gun.deals .

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    Quote Originally Posted by sparkyv View Post
    I did an online search and didn't see it as available. Where can it be had, Wingate's Hairbrush?
    Palmetto has them in stock for $399 -- click on the shop at Palmetto State Armory link up top.

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    Quote Originally Posted by sparkyv View Post
    I did an online search and didn't see it as available. Where can it be had, Wingate's Hairbrush?
    https://gun.deals/search/apachesolr_search/022188879216

    So, anyone running the .380 EZ and can comment on how robust it is for a heavier shooting schedule? If we can extrapolate, I'm curious if the 9mm version is built to be practiced with regularly, put through a training day or two a years, etc. -- essentially, things we know most quality plastic guns are built to do because they're intended to be service weapons.
    Hain’t we got all the fools in town on our side? And ain’t that a big enough majority in any town?

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    Quote Originally Posted by TheNewbie View Post
    Look for it on gun.deals .
    My Dad picked one up this morning!
    He said the slide is easy to rack and the mags as easy as 22 mags to load. I hope it functions well. It'll be a few days for the weather to clear before he can get out to the range.
    Last edited by sparkyv; 12-21-2019 at 07:21 PM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by sparkyv View Post
    When will this 9mm EZ be on the market?
    Handled one at the LGS a few days ago.
    "It's surprising how often you start wondering just how featureless a desert some people's inner landscapes must be."
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    Quote Originally Posted by Chuck Whitlock View Post
    Handled one at the LGS a few days ago.
    How did you like it?

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    Quote Originally Posted by TheNewbie View Post
    How did you like it?
    It felt decent. The safety was much improved over the regular Shield.
    "It's surprising how often you start wondering just how featureless a desert some people's inner landscapes must be."
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    Handled one at lgs. My guess is that recoil spring is variable power type as opposed to conventional. Wolff Springs sells both and explains the difference.

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    I own both a 380 and a 9mm EZ. Both have thumb safeties.

    I bought the 380 EZ when they were first released. I have a family member with arthritis. The 380 EZ has been perfect for her. All of the friends/family we have brought to the range enjoy shooting this pistol better than any other firearm we own. I have about 1500 rounds through it - 100% reliable with a wide variety of FMJ and HP. 95 grain Speer TMJ #53608 easily shoots the best. Chris Baker from Lucky Gunner also said that the 95 grain Speer worked well in his 380. I recommend watching his video if you are interested in this pistol. The thumb safety is easy to use. My only complaint is that it shoots just a bit low with the factory sights. Looking forward to more aftermarket support.

    https://www.luckygunner.com/lounge/s...eld-ez-review/

    I bought a 9mm EZ as soon as they were released. I have about 200 rounds of various 115, 124, and 147 grain through mine with no problems. Accuracy was about the same as the 380. Shoots just a bit low. 9mm makes ammo a lot less complicated and less expensive for me, but I think you lose a lot if the “EZ” part is important to you. The 9mm is, of course, a bit heavier, a bit harder to manipulate, and a bit snappier in recoil.

    Here’s my opinion - in my circumstances the ease of using the 380 is more important than convenience, cost, and ammo choices available when using 9mm. My interest in the EZ series is purely because I was looking for a pistol that is easy for someone with physical limitations to shoot. It has also turned out to be a fantastic pistol for new or younger shooters. So, for me, the 380 EZ hits a sweet spot and meets my needs than the 9mm EZ. Which caliber all depends on your priorities.

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