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I really like the M&P platform, and I own a fullsized .45 version of the same, but we've also got two Kahrs, a PM9 and a CW9 in the stable, both of which are roughly in the same class as the M&P Shield. The CM9 (less expensive version of the PM9, both of which are a 6+1 capacity) can be had for a difference in price from the Shield that would afford you a custom made holster. The CW9 which is a 7+1 capacity. Both have a sweet trigger. Both are striker fired. Both are extremely light. Both are pocketable. Both are well made. Both taked down at least as easily as the Shield.

Nothing against the Shield per se, but the hype seems to have made them scarce and cost more than they're worth. If you don't mind waiting and you really have your heart set on one, that's fine. I understand that, and been there myself on one or two occasions. But if time is pressing, and you really have to have a tiny 9mm NOW, I would take a good look at those two Kahrs. I'm not even close to disappointed in mine. In fact, I liked them enough to buy a CW45 which has become my EDC......over my much loved 1911s.