NRA Gun Gear of the Week: M&P9 M2.0 Compact Range Review

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posted on December 10, 2017
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American Rifleman’s Joe Kurtenbach has spent time sending a few hundred rounds downrange with Smith & Wesson’s M&P9 M2.0 Compact pistol. In this video, he shares his initial thoughts on a gun that—with its 4” barrel and 15-round magazine—is an exciting new option in the very popular duty/carry crossover category. There is a lot going on in Smith & Wesson’s M&P M2.0 line, so check back here for regular updates.

Additional Reading:
Tested: Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 Compact Pistol  
First Look: Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact  
Smith & Wesson Adds Compact Model to M&P M2.0 Series  


  

  

  

  

  

  

  










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