Smith & Wesson Announce New Shield 9mm EZ
U.S.A. –-(Ammoland.com)- Smith and Wesson has announced an all new member to the Shield EZ lineup, now available in 9mm. Much like with it’s predecessor the .380 EZ, the Shield 9 EZ is available in two versions, one with thumb safety and one without. Let’s cover the technical specs and then I’ll dial you in with my hands-on time at the Smith and Wesson factory, to include a range report.
Construction specs:
- Model:M&P®9 SHIELD EZ®
- Optional thumb safety
- Frame Size: Compact Slim
- Caliber: 9mm
- Action: Internal Hammer Fired
- Capacity: 8+1 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 3.675″ (9.3 cm)
- Front Sight: White Dot
- Rear Sight: White Dot, Adjustable for Windage
- Frame Width: 1.04” (2.6 cm)
- Overall Height: 5.05” (12.8 cm)
- Overall Length: 6.85” (17.4 cm)
- Sight Radius: 5.875” (14.9 cm)
- Weight: 23-23.2 ounces (depending on optional thumb safety)
- Barrel Material: Stainless Steel with Armornite® Finish
- Slide Material: Stainless Steel with Armornite® Finish
- Frame Material: Polymer
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