Smith & Wesson has a long-standing reputation for producing high-quality firearms, and their M&P9 Shield Performance Center model is no exception. As one of the smallest 9mm handgun in the Military & Police line, this single-stack Shield packs a punch with its porting, trigger, and fiber-optic sights.
The Performance Center version of the Shield is designed for optimum performance, with two ports in the barrel and six in the slide to reduce felt recoil and muzzle flip. The trigger, enhanced by the Performance Center, breaks at 6.5 pounds and has a short, smooth reset, while the striker plunger has been optimized to improve the trigger pull. The fiber-optic sights are a great addition, with steel housings and glowing rods that are visible even in low light, making it easier to see the sights against dark backgrounds.