S&W M&P SHIELD EZ 380 (2024)

FAQs

What is the recall on the SW EZ 380? ›

Smith & Wesson has identified two M&P Shield EZ Pistols on which the hammers manufactured by our supplier were cracked. In those firearms, the hammer failed to fully engage the sear, causing the round to fire, cycling the slide, and potentially resulting in multiple discharges without depressing the trigger.

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The 380EZ's single stack magazines hold eight rounds and have a small nub on the side to help pull down the follower.

What makes the Shield EZ different from every other Shield is the action itself. Unlike the rest of the lineup, the EZ is an internal hammer fired pistol. The hammer fired operation is the key component to reducing the felt slide tension by about half.

$449.00. Compact and sleek, the M&P BODYGUARD 380 delivers personal protection in an easy-to-carry, comfortable platform. Chambered for . 380 ACP, the lightweight pistol features a high-strength polymer frame with a black, matte-coated stainless-steel slide and barrel.

Can I dry fire my S&W handgun? Q: Can I dry fire my Smith & Wesson? A: Yes, except for the . 22 caliber pistols which includes models 22A, 22S, 422, 2206, 2214, 2213 and 41.

In 2018, Smith & Wesson introduced the M&P 380 Shield EZ. As the name suggests, the Shield EZ has a number of convenience features including an easy-to-rack slide and an easy-to-load magazine.

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SW M&P 2.0 Compact vs Shield Concealed Carry

The Smith and Wesson shield holds only seven-round and it's a single stack firearm. So obviously it's going to be a lot smaller than the M&P 2.0 compact. If you look at the height of the gun, it's roughly a half-inch shorter. It's also around six ounces lighter.

380 vs 9mm: Ballistics. In terms of ballistics, there's no denying that the 9mm Luger is the superior cartridge. As it has an additional 2mm of case length, the 9mm is the bigger cartridge and therefore has higher muzzle energy, muzzle velocity, and will penetrate deeper than almost every .

Does the 380 EZ have a safety? ›

In the case of the M&P 380 Shield EZ Manual Thumb Safety, we have found that in very rare circ*mstances, ammunition that produces a high level of felt recoil can cause the manual safety to move from the fire to the “safety on” position during firing.

Smith & Wesson M&P (Military and Police) is a series of handguns named after the famous 20th century Smith & Wesson service revolvers. They are designed mainly for military, police and personal defense use. They are offered in calibers including: . 22 LR, . 380 ACP, 9×19mm Parabellum, .

“EZ” means that the pistol is easy to load. Hand most handguns to someone of small or weak stature, particularly someone with arthritic hands, and you'll see them struggle to rack the slide fully.

M&P 380 Shield EZ Specs:

Length: 6.7″ Height: 4.98” Width: 1.15” (1.43” including the slide “wings”) Barrel: 3.675” stainless steel Armornite™ finish.

The Performance Center M&P Shield is designed with concealed carry in mind. The single-stack frame's comfortable and discrete, with great aesthetics and awesome reliability. If you're looking for a pocket pistol, this isn't for you, but if you want something that has your back without breaking it, the M&P Shield is it.

Is There a Sig Sauer P320 Recall? No, as of April 2023, Sig Sauer has not recalled the P320. However, Sig Sauer has implemented a “Voluntary Upgrade” program through which owners can “upgrade” their P320 at no cost.

In the case of the M&P 380 Shield EZ Manual Thumb Safety, we have found that in very rare circ*mstances, ammunition that produces a high level of felt recoil can cause the manual safety to move from the fire to the “safety on” position during firing.

Controlling the 380 Shield EZ is about as easy as it gets. Even older children and new shooters should do quite well keeping this pistol under control. This Smith and Wesson 380 M&P Shield EZ looks like a typical striker-fired gun, but it's not.