Are any smith and Wesson pistols single action?

Yes the S&W 1911 series are single action The M&P guns are striker fired

Rob, there is much debate on this Sir. In the M&P designs, the cycling of the slide fully loads the striker. The trigger is not used or designed to add any additional significant striker spring compression. It performs no function of any double action mechanism. The trigger does not "pre-load" the striker. All M&P pistols are classified as DAO, although I can see why some folks believe otherwise, since the pre-set striker is only pushed back a short distance during the trigger press and there's no second strike provision.

Is there any solution for the slide being extremely hard to rack? I need cop gloves to rack a new cartridge or to lock back the slide. Only pistol I own with this problem.....

Here is a link to a top quality product that will solve your problem. https://shop.springerprecision.com/m-p-competition-slide-racker/ Buds is currently out of stock on all slide rack assisting devices.

Different answers listed. Which is it for sure?

Tim, always trust the Manufacturers UPC code Sir. No question it is an M2.0 M&P 45 Handgun. Cheers and stay safe!

Yes it is a 2.0 M&P SHIELD M2.0 M&P®45 SHIELD M2.0™ NO THUMB SAFETY CALIBER 45 AUTO SIGHT WHITE DOT SAFETY NO THUMB SAFETY SKU: 11531 https://www.smith-wesson.com/product/mp-shield-m20?sku=11531

I looked through the previous questions asked, and the answers stating this as "not a 2.0" were asked back in 2018, and the model number being asked about was 180022, which is not the model fetured here buds updated the listing with the newer 2.0 model but did not rove the old questions about the old model that was listed on this page. Model 11531 (the model currently being sold on this page) IS a 2.0

It 100% is a 2.0 model, this is model number 11531, full specs on S&Ws website for this model here confirms this. https://www.smith-wesson.com/search/node/11531

On SW website this sku 11531 is a M&P 45 shield M2.0. Is this a M2.0 or not? Someone answered no, but how can that be if the sku listed 11531 is a M2.0 on SW website?

Gene, yes Sir, this UPC code is an M2.0 Pistol. Buds just needs to update their listing. You can trust the manufacturer UPC code. Cheers and stay safe Sir!

Is the width of the barrel larger than m&p shield 9mm or .40? Can I use the same holsters I own?

both have a barrel length of 4.25 and Product length (in.): 7.63 for both so should be same frame but steve p is correct the width is normally the width is 1.12 for 9mm and is 1.18 for the .40

It will depend on the holster I can use the same holster for them with my alien gear holster all I would have to do is loosen the tension screws to make the holster wider

Hi James, I doubt it as a .45 is usually bigger then a .9 or .40. It really depends on your holster.

Is this the newest shield 45? The 2.0?

It's new but not 2.0 -- Specifications and Features: S&W M&P45 Shield 180022 Semi Automatic Handgun .45 ACP 3.3" Barrel 6 Rounds Polymer Frame Striker Fired Trigger White 3-Dot Sights Black Finish Overall length 6.5" Weight 20.5 oz

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No Joey, this is not the 2.0, but the standard M&P Shield. --- (Specifications and Features): - S&W M&P45 Shield 180022 - Semi Automatic Handgun - .45 ACP - 3.3" Barrel - 6 Rounds - Polymer Frame - Striker Fired Trigger - White 3-Dot Sights - Black Finish - Overall length 6.5" - Weight 20.5 oz.

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Smith & Wesson M&P 45 Shield M2.0 No Thumb Safety 45 ACP Pistol - Blue/Black, 3.3" Barrel, 7+1 Rounds, 3-Dot Sights

Name: Smith & Wesson M&P 45 Shield M2.0 No Thumb Safety 45 ACP Pistol
Brand: S&W
SKU: 19664
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.80 (33 reviews)

33 Reviews| 6 Questions & Answers

Model: 11531

Condition: Factory New

Bud's Item Number: 19664

UPC: 022188868135

MFG: S&W

Questions & Answers (6) Reviews 4.8 out of 5

Smith & Wesson M&P 45 Shield M2.0 No Thumb Safety 45 ACP Pistol

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The S&W M&P45 Shield is one of the most popular choices for legally armed citizens available today. With diminutive dimensions and lightweight profile, the S&W M&P Shield is easily concealed in various carry positions and methods for just about every body type. The folks at Smith & Wesson have established a solid reputation among law enforcement and concealed carry permit holders for being ultra reliable, durable, accurate, and concealable. It's made right here in the USA, and backed by the outstanding folks at S&W for the lifetime of your pistol. Don't accept sub par pistols defensive carry, go with one of the most trusted names in the industry, pick up a S&W M&P Shield.

Specifications:

Striker Fire

Black Melonite Finish

Polymer Frame

20.5 oz.

.45 ACP caliber

3.3" Barrel

Overall Length of 6.45"

Fixed White Dot Sights

Comes with one 7rd. and one 6rd. Magazine

Product Information

Finish

Hard Chrome

Type

N/A

Action

Striker Fire

Caliber

360 Buckhammer

Barrel Length

1.5

Capacity

17+1

Sights

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Blue/Black

Type

Pistol

Action

Striker Fire

Caliber

45 ACP

Barrel Length

3.3

Capacity

7+1

Sights

3-Dot

Product Information

Finish

Nickel

Type

N/A

Action

Semi-Auto

Caliber

44-40

Barrel Length

2.25

Capacity

Sights

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Calvin P on 12/09/2023

Rating: 3 of 5 Stars!

Nice pistol, but sold it because of difficulty in loading magazine. I went back to the Shield 9 plus.

Greg B on 11/19/2023

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Very satisfied. Quick delivery. Operates flawlessly.

Jimmie S on 12/21/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Shoots good and I am happy with my purchase! Thanks Buds !

Curtis M on 03/31/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Very happy with this gun very happy with Buds

Michael L on 03/31/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I bought this as an every-day-carry / concealed-carry pistol. It fits the bill quite well. Being in this caliber, it has become my "go-to" woods-hiking and camping pistol. Excellent experiences ( as always ) ordering through Bud's

John Thomas W on 03/30/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I liked the Shield and when they were just 9mm, I always said, I would love on in 45ACP. So when S&W launched the Shield in 45, I bought one. This is a very nice smallish 45ACP, with a slim grip. It conceals well. Careful, the texture is pretty raspy when you IWB carry, which is where I carry mine. I have shot 230 hardball, and 185 & 200 grain HP's with no problems. No feeding issues. The trigger is very nice and follow-up shots can be made quickly. I have also shot quite a few reloads of 200gr round nose and 200gr SWC's with no issues. I did change the sights to XS combat sights. Otherwise, it is a stock handgun. If you are looking for a 45 caliber concealable handgun, this should be considered. Of course it carries the S&W lifetime warranty, just in case.

Omar C on 03/30/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

This is my daily carry and haven't had any issues. It spits any kind of ammo. I would recommend to anyone looking for a concealed carry.

Javier C on 03/28/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

The .45 shield bucks pretty good with full factory ammo. Controllable but one should practice with this small .45. Handloads made a 70 round break-in session much more tolerable. The gun is surprisingly accurate. Groups of 1.5 inches at 13 yards were the norm. This is plenty for a carry gun. Had a couple of failures to lock back after the last shot but may have been the ammo I was using or one particular magazine. Certainly, recommend this pistol.

Peter Q on 01/21/2022

Rating: 4 of 5 Stars!

70 rounds at 7 thru 25 yards. Can’t ask for more, except for the trigger. Comfortable to shoot, not much recoil on the 45. I’m not the best shot, happy with my grouping and hope to improve. Had the trigger replaced with an Apex by a pro, dropped the pull from around 6 lbs to 3.75 lbs and removed almost all the travel pulling back. Haven’t had a chance to shoot with the new trigger yet. Simply a great gun and comfortable, well concealed, carry in a cross breed In waist band mini holster.

Russell W on 12/01/2021

Rating: 3 of 5 Stars!

This pistol is by far the hardest to rack the slide of any I have owned bar none. My sig p320 is a cinch to rack. I have to wear leather "cop" gloves to even rack a new cartridge into battery or to lock the slide back to tear down the pistol. That said the pistol is a piece of beauty in design and fit and finish. I have hopes that after 500 rounds or so the springs will loosen up. I am 80 years old but don't have arthritis or weak hands so I will give 4 stars for the time being...

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Questions & Answers

Q: Are any smith and Wesson pistols single action?
Answered

Asked 12/12/2021 11:04 by Rob M

A:

Yes the S&W 1911 series are single action The M&P guns are striker fired
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Q: Is there any solution for the slide being extremely hard to rack? I need cop gloves to rack a new cartridge or to lock back the slide. Only pistol I own with this problem.....
Answered

Asked 12/06/2021 03:45 by Russell W

A:

Here is a link to a top quality product that will solve your problem.
https://shop.springerprecision.com/m-p-competition-slide-racker/
Buds is currently out of stock on all slide rack assisting devices.
Q: Different answers listed. Which is it for sure?
Answered

Asked 09/13/2021 10:13 by Tim L

A:

Tim, always trust the Manufacturers UPC code Sir. No question it is an M2.0 M&P 45 Handgun. Cheers and stay safe!
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Q: On SW website this sku 11531 is a M&P 45 shield M2.0. Is this a M2.0 or not? Someone answered no, but how can that be if the sku listed 11531 is a M2.0 on SW website?
Answered

Asked 04/04/2020 14:12 by Eugene S

A:

Gene, yes Sir, this UPC code is an M2.0 Pistol. Buds just needs to update their listing. You can trust the manufacturer UPC code. Cheers and stay safe Sir!
Q: Is the width of the barrel larger than m&p shield 9mm or .40? Can I use the same holsters I own?
Answered

Asked 08/03/2018 15:43 by james b

A:

both have a barrel length of 4.25 and Product length (in.): 7.63 for both so should be same frame but steve p is correct the width is normally the width is 1.12 for 9mm and is 1.18 for the .40
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Q: Is this the newest shield 45? The 2.0?
Answered

Asked 07/12/2018 01:43 by Joey C

A:

It's new but not 2.0 -- Specifications and Features:
S&W M&P45 Shield 180022
Semi Automatic Handgun
.45 ACP
3.3" Barrel
6 Rounds
Polymer Frame
Striker Fired Trigger
White 3-Dot Sights
Black Finish
Overall length 6.5"
Weight 20.5 oz
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