P365 vs Hellcat vs MAX-9 vs Shield Plus

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  • Опубліковано 2 сер 2024
  • Heads-up comparison of all four micro-compact concealed carry pistols that sport double-digit capacities in their flush-fit magazines. The quadfecta! Let's get to it.
    TTAG article: www.thetruthaboutguns.com/hea...
    Find these models on Brownells at the following links:
    SIG SAUER P365: bit.ly/36nNQej
    Springfield Hellcat: bit.ly/30OZtXI
    Ruger MAX-9: bit.ly/2PDU6s7
    Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield Plus: bit.ly/3e2aUl2
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  • @dab1ackdud3
    @dab1ackdud3 Рік тому +14

    I shot the Shield Plus the other day and was amazed by how something so small and light could simultaneously feel so secure and weighty in my hands. I tried out the Hellcat before and was more impressed by it than I was the P365, but man my experience with the Shield Plus was incomparable. Definitely gonna be my next EDC.

  • @stanleychamallas2331
    @stanleychamallas2331 Рік тому +11

    I am impressed with how you said nice things about all 4 guns without bashing either of them because at the end of the day all 4 well built and reliable just personal preference! Great video well done !

  • @donkeyblue3094
    @donkeyblue3094 3 роки тому +55

    You two are the first reviewers that I’ve heard say that the P365 has more recoil than the Hellcat

    • @erniegarza4346
      @erniegarza4346 3 роки тому +10

      They're not wong..

    • @mrperfecttt001007
      @mrperfecttt001007 2 роки тому

      He’s full of shit the hell cat is better than 365

    • @troytruong8246
      @troytruong8246 Рік тому +3

      Hellcat is more snappy than p365!

    • @thecollegedean
      @thecollegedean Рік тому +2

      It felt like it has more snap than the Ruger Max 9 when I tested it.

  • @jeffreycarlson8723
    @jeffreycarlson8723 3 роки тому +37

    The Max 9 front sight is a game changer.
    Very easy to pick up since its so bright.

    • @Hickeroar
      @Hickeroar 2 роки тому +5

      And all variations of it are pre-cut for MRDS optics. Plus it's $100 cheaper than the next cheapest one.

    • @jakeb8298
      @jakeb8298 2 роки тому +1

      But s it relable and how is takedown?

    • @Hickeroar
      @Hickeroar 2 роки тому +7

      @@jakeb8298 very reliable in my experience due to the looser tolerances it has. Takedown requires you to remove a pin. It's not glock-easy, but definitely easy enough.

    • @jeffreycarlson8723
      @jeffreycarlson8723 2 роки тому +5

      @@jakeb8298 Takedown is takedown. You do it as needed. Some guns are easier than others.

    • @jakeb8298
      @jakeb8298 2 роки тому +1

      @@Hickeroar And do you need a tool to remove the pin?

  • @JacksonWalter735
    @JacksonWalter735 2 роки тому +31

    Love the Shield Plus. Yes it's the largest out of these 4, but the longer length and width of the grip fills out my hands more and allows me to control the recoil on these snappy guns much better. I also prefer the trigger on the Shield Plus. Most engagements will most likely take place at 0-10 meters so even a terrible trigger will still work at those ranges, but the Shield Plus' trigger makes training much more enjoyable.
    I would highly recommend getting the optics ready model for $50-100 more even if you don't use optics because it comes with night sights. That's a cheaper and time saving alternative unless you really prefer a certain night sight.

    • @excessivefarce2808
      @excessivefarce2808 2 роки тому

      even better, glock 43x. I have huge hands and feel more confident with it than the shield, and I'm not a glock guy.

    • @SaintsCheat
      @SaintsCheat Рік тому +1

      Optics on a carry so you can pinpoint the nose hair at 0-10 meters 😂🤦‍♂️

    • @JacksonWalter735
      @JacksonWalter735 Рік тому +5

      @@SaintsCheat I mean it's easier to acquire the target and faster than lining up your iron sights even if it's meant for up close self defense. It also makes it more fun for range days to hit targets at further distances. Even if you don't care about the Shield Plus being optics ready, the optics ready variant coming with night sights by default is already great

    • @tvman54
      @tvman54 9 місяців тому

      I bought my optic ready shield plus with manual safety for 347. I want to get the Yhm r9 can for it and faxon has a sale on threaded barrels (133 in gold) so I added it. I also added the ndz slide racker in gold

  • @marklewis2846
    @marklewis2846 2 роки тому +7

    One can't go wrong with any of these pistols. Get what fits your hand. I have the Plus and love it

  • @dmxisraw
    @dmxisraw 3 роки тому +34

    Had a Hellcat... to me it shot SNAPPIER than the P365

    • @ravenmoto5948
      @ravenmoto5948 3 роки тому +11

      That's what 99% of people say except the guy on this review

    • @derellcaldwell8653
      @derellcaldwell8653 3 роки тому +1

      This is what I’ve always heard in reviews… I have a p365 and it shoots so soft with little muzzle flip, I let my nephew shy it when he was 8yrs old and even he handled it nicely

    • @JacksonWalter735
      @JacksonWalter735 2 роки тому

      Same. It's not that much more, but you can feel it. I still shot the Hellcat better than the P365 when I tried it at the range though and I'm used to primarily shooting .40 S&W so I put up with it the extra snappiness.
      Recently I gave my Hellcat to my grandpa and just received the optics ready Shield Plus yesterday. I shot 92 rounds at my local range this morning and absolutely love it more simply because of the larger and wider grips.

  • @kickadams8908ass
    @kickadams8908ass 3 роки тому +24

    Totally agree with everything the second guy said about the Hellcat as I have the FDE version. I don't like the take down on the Ruger but I think if you pick one of the four, you're getting a good Gun

  • @danvandermeulen9337
    @danvandermeulen9337 3 роки тому +6

    hey guys..nice video...one of the few I have seen where it is just real time, quick feedback on each guns' performance. Much better than watching other review videos where it's 13 minutes of going over every attribute of the gun, then a minute of shooting at the end. A lot of useful comments in 8 mins.....

  • @lz_377
    @lz_377 3 роки тому +13

    Man, I just bought my first gun and after handling 3 of these in the video, I decided on the shield plus. After my purchase, I started doing research and everyone has had nothing but good things to say about the shield plus. I was keeping my wife in mind when I bought it. If it was just me I was drooling over a Beretta 9mm but thought it might be a little much for my tiny wife. The salesman was trying to sell me both lol. Anyway, thanks for the video!

    • @therebellion6911
      @therebellion6911 3 роки тому +1

      For me personally I like the plus but if she is recoil sensitive the ez 380 is a great little gun. I wouldn't hesitate to grab that one either.

  • @MrJ8969
    @MrJ8969 3 роки тому +16

    i have the p365 and p365 XL both of them are the NRA edition and the XL is my carry gun and i love it!

  • @mattc5791
    @mattc5791 2 роки тому +12

    I've tested all four, and while they are all worthwhile to own and carry, the winner for me is the Shield Plus.
    It's a huge upgrade over the prior Shield and it does demonstrate much reduced recoil. Easily the softest shooting one of the group.
    Couple that with the improved capacity, trigger, and grip and...well... What's not to like? Highly recommended. Great recap!

    • @jakeblack7784
      @jakeblack7784 2 роки тому

      But size matters and when you keep getting more ounces with the shield you're right there with a glock 26/27 and then you get better "everything." (reliability, firepower, accuracy, etc.)

    • @mattc5791
      @mattc5791 2 роки тому +3

      @@jakeblack7784 For me, it all comes down to the 'feel' of the firearm in your hand, comfort and controllability. Accuracy is based primarily on the shooter's ability, not the weapon used. I have a small hand and the Shield grip feels perfect to me. I've never been a fan of the grip angle on a Glock. I should have specified, in most situations, I must pocket carry due my business. I actually carry my new Ruger LCP Max more than my Shield. It's easily the most concealable firearm I have ever owned. As I stated above they are all excellent firearms, as are Glocks, but when it comes down to having confidence in any given scenario, to each, his own. Carry what you are most proficient with. IMHO.

    • @jakeblack7784
      @jakeblack7784 2 роки тому

      @@mattc5791 Agree. I much prefer pocket carry so size is important. The Ruger Lcp 2 is perfect except that it's a 380, but so much smaller. What I do is carry 2 oz. Fox Lab cone pepper spray that stops people/dogs instantly and have the 380 just in case. There is so much that can go wrong if firearms are involved so the pepper spray throws out a lot for a distance of about 15 feet. But if I were in a high risk situation I'd have my glock 40. Take care.

    • @SaintsCheat
      @SaintsCheat Рік тому

      What’s not to like is the slide catch that’s a tiny piece of metal now. Junk if it snaps

  • @EJGentleman
    @EJGentleman 3 роки тому +5

    nice straight forward head to head. It is so nice to know we have 4 great choices. Pick the one that fits you and you like to shoot.

  • @Ringman68
    @Ringman68 3 роки тому +21

    The P365 is too small for my hands. The Springfield is made in Croatia. The Ruger is probably not a bad gun. The Shield is the bomb. I love Smith and Wesson.

    • @michaelschwab9563
      @michaelschwab9563 3 роки тому +1

      You said it. The Shield is more proven with ZERO reliability Problems as well. Not to mention it shoots better then any of them with a better trigger, doesn't have a Grip for a 6 year old and has far less muzzle flip.

    • @petedetraglia4776
      @petedetraglia4776 3 роки тому

      @@michaelschwab9563 I had a Shield slam fire on me so ZERO reliability isn't true...

    • @jasonlauritilauritijason9978
      @jasonlauritilauritijason9978 3 роки тому

      @@petedetraglia4776 mine did the same thing after cleaning.

    • @brennenhudson7626
      @brennenhudson7626 3 роки тому +1

      @Nilly Sigger I think he's saying it fired after loading it and releasing the slide forward.

    • @ravenmoto5948
      @ravenmoto5948 3 роки тому

      Well, the shield is the biggest of the bunch. The deal breaker for me is the super stiff slide lock. I have a shield and you cannot use the slide stop as a release. Some don't care and say it's not designed for that, but I for one use it to release the slide

  • @IAMRUSTEDROOT
    @IAMRUSTEDROOT 3 роки тому +14

    Thanks for the video. I was debating between all three of these. I ended up going with the P365 and LOVE it. Mine was the Tac Pac which included 3-12 round mags, a hard case and holster for $549. The mags alone are 50 bucks each.

    • @jvtv2241
      @jvtv2241 3 роки тому +1

      I grabbed that same deal. Hard to beat that tac pac.

    • @TaniaAmthor
      @TaniaAmthor 3 роки тому

      Nice where did u find this deal?

    • @IAMRUSTEDROOT
      @IAMRUSTEDROOT 3 роки тому

      @@TaniaAmthor rkguns dot com, but they only deliver to your local Rural King if you have one nearby. I actually picked mine up in store at my local Rural King.

    • @jvtv2241
      @jvtv2241 3 роки тому

      @@TaniaAmthor I ordered mine from Northwest Armory.

  • @matthewjarchow8209
    @matthewjarchow8209 3 роки тому +13

    Best comparison would be 4 new pistols all stock! 👍👍 the sig was used and has at least a aftermarket barrel and the hellcat has a aftermarket trigger....

    • @LordFred69
      @LordFred69 3 роки тому +2

      agreed and there an extended mag on only one. Thats obviously going to affect grip, recoil and accuracy

  • @brogers114able
    @brogers114able 3 роки тому +22

    Should have tested a stock trigger on the hellcat. Bought my GF the P365 and it's very nice. I think I'm going after the Shield Plus for myself.

    • @oleboy7615
      @oleboy7615 2 роки тому

      It’s the best option of the four, IMO.

  • @ccjacks3
    @ccjacks3 3 роки тому +21

    So glad someone did this video!

  • @detroitsound9364
    @detroitsound9364 Рік тому +1

    Recently just bought the Smith and Wesson sheild plus and absolutely love it.

  • @SusanSloate
    @SusanSloate 2 роки тому

    I ordered my Shield EZ ONE WEEK before the Shield Plus came out! If I'd waited, I probably would have gotten that one instead, but it wasn't an option the night I ordered mine online. Still, very happy with my Shield and most importantly--HOW I SHOOT WITH IT. That's the important thing (though I would LOVE that flat-faced trigger on the Plus). Also bought more 9mm ammo today, at around 44 cpr, which is pretty good; prices sure have come down since the spring. I had looked at the Sig, but recently shot one (the M-17) and it was a little harder to shoot, had more recoil and I got tired faster shooting it. Give me that longer barrel (less recoil) any day! Thanks for the video, guys!

  • @IMD918
    @IMD918 3 роки тому +2

    I had a really hard time deciding what to buy once all the options were out. I went with P365XL since it had a flat trigger, optic cut, some rail space if i i want a light, same size grip and capacity as the shield plus, and it felt great it my hand. To get the optic cut on the shield plus, i would have had to spend over $900 for the performance center model, and i had to take value into account at some point as well. The ruger seemed like the best value by far, but i just wasn't in love with it, and it has no track record yet. I could see myself buying the ruger if money had been a bigger issue for me. I might still buy some of the others. My wife still needs a carry gun, so she'll probably pick out something different than i did.

  • @ianstradian
    @ianstradian 2 роки тому +8

    I’ve been shopping for a new carry pistol, all of these pistols plus the G3C have been on my list.
    The one I have decided on is the Ruger Max 9,, because it’s optic ready, has the tritium front sight, the standard sights can be co-witnessed with an optic and the Ruger service department is better than a lot of the other manufacturers.

    • @twerkingmidget6230
      @twerkingmidget6230 2 роки тому

      How has the ruger been for u? I’m thinking of getting one.

    • @ianstradian
      @ianstradian 2 роки тому +3

      @@twerkingmidget6230 my Max 9 pro has been great. It’s controllable, abet somewhat snappy ( as micro 9’s are) but I have been able to place 10 rounds in a 5” circle with a quickness at 15 yards.
      I’ve only had one malfunction in 700 rounds down range, a failure to feed, and I think it was my left thumb resting on the slide that caused it.
      I trust the Max 9 with my life.
      I’m about to put a Crimson Trace 1550 on it and put that through some range time.
      For the money the Ruger Max 9 is solid.
      Optic cut, tritium front sight, 12 round extended magazine, the only thing missing is a rail for a light…but I can live without that I EDC a flashlight already.

  • @allenc4909
    @allenc4909 3 роки тому +3

    Didn’t realize you had a UA-cam account. I got into guns just last year in April and you were the first gun reviewer I ever followed. Great review as always!

  • @BROOKLYNPOETZ
    @BROOKLYNPOETZ 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome review!

  • @_WELDR_
    @_WELDR_ 3 роки тому +3

    I tried to like the P365 so much I purchased it twice and sold it both times . When holding the muzzle end just felt heavy and awkward to hold in my opinion. My carry weapon is a Hellcat it’s an awesome pistol and you don’t even know your carrying it all day it’s so comfortable !! I carry it with a 14+1 Hyve mag they are amazing !

  • @Shadowdancer777
    @Shadowdancer777 3 роки тому +37

    After seeing many reviews. I am going to buy a shield.

    • @justinofboulder
      @justinofboulder 3 роки тому +6

      love mine!

    • @BoostedFrancisco
      @BoostedFrancisco 3 роки тому +4

      From the factory the shield plus has the best trigger by far! S&W did an awesome job on that one.

    • @russwest2192
      @russwest2192 3 роки тому +3

      I love mine!

    • @fordlouis747
      @fordlouis747 3 роки тому +2

      I did, and flipped my P-365 which never felt right in my hand!

    • @Captmarksparrow
      @Captmarksparrow 3 роки тому +4

      Just picked up my shield plus PC. I don't regret a thing.

  • @michaelnesmith7069
    @michaelnesmith7069 Рік тому

    Great video. Thanks! Would have been nice to see if there were any difference in accuracy on the target. Keep up the good work!

  • @kimurasquirrel
    @kimurasquirrel 3 роки тому +55

    Glock 43: HEY guys, awesome party.... alright imma leave now.

    • @sandiasurfers3174
      @sandiasurfers3174 3 роки тому +15

      43x: “ shut up fatty, your man wants me”

    • @granthenderson696
      @granthenderson696 3 роки тому +9

      The 43X wasn’t even invited! Being snooty never wins friends!😆

    • @kimurasquirrel
      @kimurasquirrel 3 роки тому +31

      @@granthenderson696 The 43x is like the fat girl that says she is thicc but is shaped large like a rectangle with no curves. While the other 4 guns got a skinny waist and "assets."

    • @granthenderson696
      @granthenderson696 3 роки тому +2

      @@kimurasquirrel ..... brilliant!!!!😆😆🤣

    • @michaelschwab9563
      @michaelschwab9563 3 роки тому

      Lmaoo

  • @leonsam12
    @leonsam12 3 роки тому +18

    I’ve been wanting the P365, but now I’m becoming interested in the Ruger Max 9🤔🤔

    • @fordlouis747
      @fordlouis747 3 роки тому +2

      I have owned two P365, they just never felt right in my hand, the S&W Plus feels perfect.

    • @leonsam12
      @leonsam12 3 роки тому

      @@fordlouis747 I love the feel of the shield , but I’m not so big and hands are not too big and think something like the P365 would fit nice, I had a Ruger LC9 which was really nice but had an issue or 2 with it and sold it , but now I kinda miss it🤔

    • @fordlouis747
      @fordlouis747 3 роки тому +2

      @@leonsam12 I had an LC9s Pro and it was a nice pistol that fit my hand well, had an excellent trigger pull, but unfortunately, the thin trigger caused the trigger safety bar to pinch the pad of my trigger finger to the point where it caused a blister??

    • @leonsam12
      @leonsam12 3 роки тому +1

      @@fordlouis747 oh wow, my problem was my LC9s wouldn’t fully eject shells sometimes, and at the range it kept bouncing shells toward me, down my shirts, jacket and even into my safety glasses, other than that I loved it🤔

    • @mikeyrodriguez3193
      @mikeyrodriguez3193 2 роки тому +2

      Max 9 > P365

  • @akhermit5213
    @akhermit5213 3 роки тому +5

    I bought the Shield plus. I had to order it because nobody had it in stock. I have had the original Shield for years. Most comfortable small 9 I have fired. I tried someone's P365. It was tiny, which I liked, but a little too snappy for me. I haven't shot the Hellcat or the Max 9 yet. I own a lot of Ruger firearms, so I am curious about the Max 9. I might get it too, not sure yet.

  • @jedironin380
    @jedironin380 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for that! I haven't even seen the Ruger yet, have handled all 3 others. (Not shot them yet.)

  • @brianpartlow5530
    @brianpartlow5530 2 роки тому

    These videos just make me want all of them!

  • @revshareglobal7334
    @revshareglobal7334 3 роки тому +5

    Just got my holster for my HK VP9 with TLR 7A. I actually prefer it now over my regular carry gun..Hellcat.

  • @tarrelljones7259
    @tarrelljones7259 3 роки тому +9

    This is what I call a showdown 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

  • @jlor7675
    @jlor7675 3 роки тому +2

    I wonder if the the longer barrel they used with the P365 affected the recoil. Longer dwell time without the added weight of a longer slide. I do own the Hellcat and love it, but did install a threaded barrel with the GA mini comp. Now it shoots nearly as flat as my P365XL which I love as well, but I carry the HC more than the XL.

  • @deansaylor9164
    @deansaylor9164 2 роки тому

    Nice vid been thinking about a pocket carry up grade from my lcp for about 2 -3 years since then the market is flooded with micro 9s but I’m still going to stick with what I intended all along :the p365 besides isn’t it the only one that you could carry comfortably in the pocket?

  • @suz400uki
    @suz400uki 3 роки тому

    Great video!

  • @michaeldaltonsr8954
    @michaeldaltonsr8954 3 роки тому

    Hey! TY! Gud vid, gud info, jus wat I wanted 2c! Gud visual comparison. I don HATE any particular gun/manf, but I seek the 1. MOST comfortable for the job 2. ANY Bonus perks for the job. Ya'll explained well. TY!

  • @jeffcarter8160
    @jeffcarter8160 3 роки тому +12

    I still love my P365! The Shield has me interested though.

    • @joshsturgeon4657
      @joshsturgeon4657 3 роки тому

      Both are great for what they are I own a shield the wife the 365!!

    • @ravenmoto5948
      @ravenmoto5948 3 роки тому +2

      The Shields stiff slide stop breaks the deal for me

  • @dframbo3544
    @dframbo3544 3 роки тому +4

    I got every one of these the most recent grab was the Max 9 got it last week put about 500 rounds through it was Very impressed with How well it shot and how easy it was to pick up that front sight and it didn’t have much recoil at all looking forward to taking it to the range again I usually rotate my carry guns and been using the shield plus right now but I just ordered a holster for the Max 9 think it might be my new EDC..Still love my 43x with an s15 mag though! 🤣 🇺🇸

  • @fubuh8r
    @fubuh8r 3 роки тому +5

    Have a Ruger 57, Security nine. Thinking of a Trifecta with the Max 9.

    • @clayzimmerman3318
      @clayzimmerman3318 3 роки тому

      I have the 57 & Security 9 as well. I have.the Max on layaway. Pick it up in a few weeks.

  • @jakeblack7784
    @jakeblack7784 2 роки тому +1

    How about accuracy? Would have liked to see the targets you shot. Good information and thanks for the video.

  • @joseCalderon1976
    @joseCalderon1976 3 роки тому

    Nice video. Subscribed. Thanks 👍👍

  • @steven3379
    @steven3379 3 роки тому +2

    Good shootout, how does the Sig p365xl compared to the Shield Plus?

  • @denveradams4909
    @denveradams4909 2 роки тому +1

    I just ordered the M&P9 Compact Pro M2.0 OR 4" for church security. I plan on ordering the M&P9 Shield Plus for my personal defense everyday carry gun. I am 5' 2" and 130lbs with small hands and I shoot lefthanded, so I am ordering both guns without the thumb safety. I think these will do nicely.

    • @anthonyblood2439
      @anthonyblood2439 2 роки тому

      Out of curiosity, why no safety? Because you are left-handed? I may be looking to purchase this soon and will need to make this decision.

    • @denveradams4909
      @denveradams4909 2 роки тому +1

      @@anthonyblood2439 Yes, because I am left-handed. This pistol does have a trigger safety. Good luck.

  • @radiotool20
    @radiotool20 3 роки тому +5

    Thanks for doing the video. I’d be curious where the Sig XL might fit with the lineup...

  • @NCtrailX
    @NCtrailX 3 роки тому

    Good comparison - thanks for posting. XXL hands and have tried a few different micros with mixed results. Owned a Shield traded for a Hellcat due to round count. May pick up a Shield Plus as I shot the Shield a little better.

    • @El_Scorcho_
      @El_Scorcho_ 3 роки тому

      Did you end up picking it up? At 6’4” i have huge hands as well. Shield Plus fits pretty well for a micro.

    • @NCtrailX
      @NCtrailX 3 роки тому

      @@El_Scorcho_ Haven't picked one up. Want to shoot it next to the GX4 for comparison. Waiting to find an optics ready version. Don't think I'll add an optic right away, but want the option.

  • @G273Outdoors
    @G273Outdoors 3 роки тому +19

    Any gun is only as accurate as the person shooting it. I know there is always the latest and greatest, but, my Hellcat is awesome and will continue to carry it. Not sure what an M&P guy is, but, don't ever choose a "brand", choose what works for you.

    • @ddibiasi1983
      @ddibiasi1983 2 роки тому +1

      Agreed. I personally am not a fan of any S&W semi automatic hand guns. Don’t like any of the triggers and they feel bulky.

  • @bruceb9515
    @bruceb9515 3 роки тому +8

    I owned 2 hellcats. I'm an M&P guy so I tried out my buddies new shield plus.
    Amazing!
    So I sold one of my hellcats and bought a Shield Plus.

    • @czwarlord9243
      @czwarlord9243 3 роки тому +3

      Honestly any of the four guns I think you are doing well.

    • @ThirdEyeThriving
      @ThirdEyeThriving 3 роки тому

      3"1 or 4" barrel?

    • @bruceb9515
      @bruceb9515 3 роки тому

      @@ThirdEyeThriving the 3.1"
      My wife shot the Shield EZ and she sold that to buy the Shield Plus after she shot mine. She used it for a pistol 1 training class and qualified on the range to get her CCW (we have a mandatory shooting proficiency test where I live).
      No regrets with the Shield Plus 3.1" barrel.

    • @czwarlord9243
      @czwarlord9243 3 роки тому

      @@ThirdEyeThriving depends on whether you want optics and the extra size and weight doesnt bother you

  • @thinkfree652
    @thinkfree652 3 роки тому +6

    Glock 43x MOS with shield mags is king. Reliable, accurate, and plenty of fire power.

    • @JacksonWalter735
      @JacksonWalter735 2 роки тому

      I can't find the MOS version of the Glock 43x anywhere. I envy you. At this point I'm kind of desperate and might just get the standard 43x model because optics on a pistol meant for closer engagements aren't as important as it could be for a Glock 17 MOS. The 43x with the Shield Arm mags could be a great in between for my Shield Plus and Glock 17.

  • @wtpence4731
    @wtpence4731 2 роки тому +1

    Love my Sig 365. Haven't shot the S&W yet, that would probably be my 2nd choice.

  • @bryangriffin2093
    @bryangriffin2093 3 роки тому +5

    I already own the Hellcat. Going to get the max 9 next

    • @DaveAlkema
      @DaveAlkema 3 роки тому +3

      That's funny, I've got the other two. Our powers combined we have the full quadfecta.

  • @evilroy2228
    @evilroy2228 3 роки тому +8

    From my point of view, it would have helped a lot if you had shown the kind of groups you get with each handgun. Feel is great, but accuracy matters. Thanks!

    • @EJGentleman
      @EJGentleman 3 роки тому +1

      Tons of reviews on the accuracy of these 4. They all are accurate. The rest is in the hands of the shooter.

    • @guntruth
      @guntruth  3 роки тому +6

      There's no meaningful difference shooting off-hand at any sort of reasonable self-defense distance. Maybe at 25 yards from a Ransom Rest you'd see groups ranging from like 3.5 inches for the least accurate of these guns down to like 1.5 inches for the most accurate, but does it really matter? No, not so much.

    • @toddlustine983
      @toddlustine983 3 роки тому +1

      I think if you read the article that accompanies this video, the closing sentences indicate that they both shot the Shield (+) the best,. Not the same as seeing groupings but, can read between the lines as to results implied.

    • @therebellion6911
      @therebellion6911 3 роки тому +1

      He doesn't show groups but honest outlaw was hitting steal plates at 50 yrds. I shoot my 1.0 shield better than a 365 with groups but my friend shoots better with the 365 so I think it depends on the person. I handled the plus the other day and the only nit pick I would make I wish there was little more room forward of the trigger with the trigger guards. I like my finger to slide in easier but that's about it. Probably getting a plus this year.

    • @jakeblack7784
      @jakeblack7784 2 роки тому

      @@guntruth Yes, it matters to me because situations may occur where you need more pinpoint accuracy. Thanks, like the fact you put a lot of information into eight minutes.

  • @danielrodriguez5463
    @danielrodriguez5463 3 роки тому +1

    My S&W Shield 9 Plus smokes the Hellcat, Sig P365 and the rest everyday of the week and twice on Sunday.
    The S&W is a smoother shooter.
    The inherited M&P grip is the best in class (no talon grips needed with the Shield)
    It comes with a superb trigger, best in class for sure.
    You can get it in all configurations, manual safety or not. 3.1 or 4 inch barrels.
    No snag iron sights, night trijicon sights, sweet fiber optic sights or RMSC footprint red dots.
    And the mag release on the new Shield Plus is nothing short of brilliant.
    At the range it’s easy to observe how much better balance the S&W is under recoil, just soo soft, a true wonder of engineering.
    And lastly the slides are just like glass and have impeccable finishes.
    And a handful of months after its release the new Shield is for sale for 442 online. A true bargain

  • @thehywirelife4451
    @thehywirelife4451 3 роки тому

    I went out this morning at daybreak with the Plus and the Sig it was about 30 deg with a slight headwind. I could not get the Sig in tight- I have smallish hands and almost sixty y/o. The Plus much easier grip to bring in grouping. Had a FTF right at the end of about 80 rnds using the Fed red plastic tips on the Sig. Like the Sig-don't love it-probably trade it. I'd like to give the Max a go but the PIN holding me back-lose that bad boy in all this sand and I am in a spot. Plus the Max looks like a lot of creep and reset.

  • @kevinpatterson4136
    @kevinpatterson4136 2 роки тому

    Shot the hellcat, 365 and plus this morning for the first time. It seems from all the videos I've watched that I'm the only one who has an issue with the hellcat trigger pinching my finger. I shot it first and after 4-5 rounds it felt uncomfortable but still finished 2 mags. I also shot it the worst of the 3. The plus ended up being my best shot and even shot it better than the other 2 single handed with my off hand

  • @petermonck5448
    @petermonck5448 3 роки тому

    Excellent presentation. 👍☕😎

  • @boredricanveteran9433
    @boredricanveteran9433 3 роки тому +10

    I disagree that the hellcat shoots flatter then the 365. I do agree the plus shoots the best but the 365 is widely known to have have less felt recoil as the sig has a longer length rail that the slide rides on vs the hellcat

    • @oleboy7615
      @oleboy7615 2 роки тому

      I’ve had several friends who own the 365 tell me it’s snappy. I’ve watch many videos like this one in which all the reviewers said it’s snappy. I shot a friends XL, and it wasn’t bad at all, but I buy that the standard 365 is a snappy little gun. Just an alternative pov.

    • @boredricanveteran9433
      @boredricanveteran9433 2 роки тому

      @@oleboy7615 of corse it’s snappy but relative to the other micros like the hellcat it’s noticeably less snappy

    • @oleboy7615
      @oleboy7615 2 роки тому

      @@boredricanveteran9433 That isn’t what I’ve heard. What I’ve heard most is both the guns are about the same, but it’s a subjective issue at best.

    • @boredricanveteran9433
      @boredricanveteran9433 2 роки тому

      @@oleboy7615 well respectfully I own every micro gun and it’s 100% the case for me and many many UA-cam videos just look up p365 vs hellcat and you’ll find countless videos saying the same ex act thing

    • @oleboy7615
      @oleboy7615 2 роки тому +1

      @@boredricanveteran9433 Again, making it a subjective issue. 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @Vox-Populi
    @Vox-Populi 3 роки тому +2

    All good options I think, but I’ll stick with my under-appreciated FNS9c. 12+1 and also takes 15 & 17 round mags. Hellcat next.

    • @loganturner3895
      @loganturner3895 3 роки тому

      Its considerable heavier,but I like it also!Thanks😊

  • @DavidGriffis
    @DavidGriffis 3 роки тому

    Nice comparison. And two opinions was great. Not particularly stock line. But that was ok.

  • @hansblitz7770
    @hansblitz7770 2 роки тому +2

    The plus 4" shoots like some full sized duty handguns.

  • @jeffadams9807
    @jeffadams9807 Рік тому

    Good Comparison Video...
    I Had A P-365 (Traded It For
    A G-26/g5), I Have A Hellcat
    & Now Iam Getting The Max-9...

  • @spicymeatball3563
    @spicymeatball3563 3 роки тому +4

    I bought 2 shield plus and a new AR 15 in March, but had a horrible boating accident in April.

    • @XxMrBossxX29
      @XxMrBossxX29 Місяць тому +2

      Gotta watch those random waves. Tragedy.

  • @alexmanahan2638
    @alexmanahan2638 3 роки тому +1

    Walther Pps m2,Cz p10s, and Cz Rami 2075 are surprisingly good shooters as well.

    • @DarlingEbony
      @DarlingEbony 3 роки тому

      I have the p10s and the Rami 2075. I love them both. I have a Hellcat...MEH! It's small. Easy to conceal. Other than that. Not too impressed. I just got the Shield Performance Center. I can't wait to shoot it.

  • @panpiper
    @panpiper 3 роки тому +2

    My choice is a P365XL with an aftermarket threaded barrel, cause I want the extra ballistics. The tiny bit of extra barrel does not change its concealability significantly but it does make a bit of difference with recoil control and terminal performance.

    • @jakeb8298
      @jakeb8298 2 роки тому

      Can you pocket carry it?

    • @panpiper
      @panpiper 2 роки тому

      @@jakeb8298 No. Maybe a 'cargo' pocket?

  • @SuperBadbri
    @SuperBadbri 3 роки тому

    Nice guns to review.im for the hellcat .I wanted that one but ,,( not on the roster here in cali)..

    • @secundus1927
      @secundus1927 3 роки тому +1

      But why? ...
      Why live in California?

  • @coreycash3016
    @coreycash3016 3 роки тому +2

    I love my shield fast smooth accurate easy and light to carry runs all brands of ammo smoothly love it

  • @barrylitchfield250
    @barrylitchfield250 3 роки тому

    I'm wondering why the Kimber Micro 9 was not included in your video?

  • @marcosvaldes8910
    @marcosvaldes8910 3 роки тому +3

    P365 for summer pocket carry due to its shorter length and the Shield for appendix carry in the spring, fall and winter. The shield has less recoil than the P365. Waiting on the Hogue grip for my P365 to help thicken the grip to help with the recoil. I shot the Hellcat and felt it was snappier than the P365. Didn't like the feel of it.

  • @littledrummer3814
    @littledrummer3814 11 місяців тому

    Tried all 4 but I ultimately chose the Zev Z365 Octane. It's the perfect choice for me.

  • @BikerDon
    @BikerDon 2 роки тому +1

    Loved the Shield 9 Plus, the Ruger Max 9 awesome, P365 Awesome & the Glock 43X awesome. The Hellcat didn't like also Hellcat had more recoil but different stroke for different folks.

  • @clinteastwood666
    @clinteastwood666 2 роки тому +1

    Gx4 max9 vs hellcat which has best recoil?

  • @carps_gym
    @carps_gym 3 роки тому

    Nice vid

  • @algo2017
    @algo2017 Рік тому +1

    I can’t decide for one among these 4. I think I will get the least expensive one

  • @jonsmith6675
    @jonsmith6675 3 роки тому

    Thanks much.

  • @archiecunningham3734
    @archiecunningham3734 3 роки тому +1

    I love my Glock 43 but the capacity is only 6 plus 1. I also have a taran tactical plus 2 extension but I ordered the shield plus anyways !

    • @CLL-1
      @CLL-1 3 роки тому +2

      I still enjoy my G43 as well, and I carry it daily. I added a Magguts +2 to mine. It keeps the grip really short and conceals well. Has proven 100% relatable.

    • @troytruong8246
      @troytruong8246 3 роки тому +2

      G43 is still one of the best cc micro 9. 7+1 or 8+1 is good enough for a cc pistol. I cc my g42 daily for 7 years now. Stilll my fav. I have p365 also.

  • @scubaguy007
    @scubaguy007 3 роки тому +5

    My Glock 26 was a micro 9 before micro 9s were even a thing. I had +2s on all my mags since the day I bought the gun. 12+1 was only outdone by my Glock 19. 😏

    • @CLL-1
      @CLL-1 3 роки тому +6

      The G26 is still hard to beat for overall versatility.

    • @Urbicide
      @Urbicide 2 роки тому

      You're not using Glock 18 mags?

  • @rotweiler18
    @rotweiler18 3 роки тому +6

    I have the shield plus, I'm a fairly new shooter and I shoot way better on the plus than my 9 ez.

  • @loganturner3895
    @loganturner3895 3 роки тому

    The favorite of yours is which one?Thanks

  • @loganturner3895
    @loganturner3895 3 роки тому

    Which one is your favorite??Thanks

  • @frankbrowning328
    @frankbrowning328 Рік тому

    They are all very nice CCW guns. However, even the Sig P365 is a pretty large pistol if you want to pocket carry. If carry will be inside the waistband the larger S&W will not be at a disadvantage as it is still very flat and will conceal in an inside the waist band holster about as well as the others

  • @krissimon2502
    @krissimon2502 3 місяці тому

    After a few months of debate I ended up with the shield plus. It fits my hand better and I shoot it more accurately than the others

  • @vladmordekeiser1054
    @vladmordekeiser1054 3 роки тому +23

    There is one more: the Taurus GX4.

    • @silverbackgorilla2112
      @silverbackgorilla2112 3 роки тому +3

      LMAO!!

    • @vladmordekeiser1054
      @vladmordekeiser1054 3 роки тому +1

      @@silverbackgorilla2112 ?

    • @silverbackgorilla2112
      @silverbackgorilla2112 3 роки тому +2

      Taurus is Garbage

    • @vladmordekeiser1054
      @vladmordekeiser1054 3 роки тому +4

      @@silverbackgorilla2112 Are you living under a rock? Hasn't been for a long time. The GX4 is FOR SURE better than the Ruger Max-9. Of all the micro-compacts, only the P365 probably is better than it, and it costs almost half the price of the P365.

    • @silverbackgorilla2112
      @silverbackgorilla2112 3 роки тому +3

      I only buy quality, Taurus is garbage

  • @jordanorange7584
    @jordanorange7584 3 роки тому

    I love me 365 . One of the only ones that have a 50 round drum for

  • @bigyoppa3403
    @bigyoppa3403 3 роки тому

    I got my shield plus about 3 weeks ago right outside philly, great buy it’s my edc shoots like a breeze

    • @toddlustine983
      @toddlustine983 3 роки тому

      Hey big yoppa, where'd you find it? I'm outside Philly too and in the market. Can I ask what you spent?

    • @bigyoppa3403
      @bigyoppa3403 3 роки тому

      @@toddlustine983 I live in philly, I had to travel out there to buy it I don’t remember the place, but I spent a little over 600 for it

    • @bigyoppa3403
      @bigyoppa3403 3 роки тому

      @@toddlustine983 spot for guns in trevose got a couple of em too

  • @osborne4282
    @osborne4282 3 роки тому +3

    *slaps table*
    This baby can fit so many micro 9s on it

  • @chewee2k
    @chewee2k 3 роки тому +1

    Is the new Taurus GX4 good enough to be in this conversation?

  • @TJ-qo2xu
    @TJ-qo2xu 2 роки тому

    I'd like to see you do this without a threaded barrel in the 365 honestly

  • @HoratiosPhilosophy
    @HoratiosPhilosophy 3 роки тому

    Couldn't find your rumble channel

  • @charlesphillips5906
    @charlesphillips5906 3 роки тому

    I would have liked to seen some slow fire shooting for groups to judge the accuracy of each. And I know Ammo is scarce, but do they feed JHP?

    • @guntruth
      @guntruth  3 роки тому +1

      There's no meaningful difference shooting off-hand at any sort of reasonable self-defense distance. Maybe at 25 yards from a Ransom Rest you'd see groups ranging from like 3.5 inches for the least accurate of these guns down to like 1.5 inches for the most accurate, but does it really matter? No, not so much. Yes, in the full reviews of all of these guns we shot hundreds and hundreds of rounds of mixed ammo through each, including multiple brands and weights of hollow points, and all of these guns are absolutely reliable.

    • @charlesphillips5906
      @charlesphillips5906 3 роки тому +1

      @@guntruth If accuracy is not important to you then I think I need to watch other videos. Ciao

    • @brennenhudson7626
      @brennenhudson7626 3 роки тому

      Every pistol is as accurate as u can be. Only in a rest are u going to be able to tell the difference between the barrels and different types of bullets. I do get what your saying though. It would be more entertaining to watch what they were shooting at. But this was just a comparison for what they were feeling between them. What one were u thinking about as the better shooter? I'm thinking that shield plus with that grip would be nice. I carry a 43x. U?

  • @larrylinn1221
    @larrylinn1221 9 місяців тому

    The Ruger & Smith and Wesson. Then I would have to decide. Probably end up getting both.

  • @alexmar1382
    @alexmar1382 3 роки тому +4

    P365 XL is the perfect carry gun. I think the standard 365 is a bit small for most people and the XL somehow I find it better to handle and shoot.

    • @franky6181
      @franky6181 3 роки тому +1

      Standard 365 on an xl frame. Some ppl are running that combo.

    • @plmn93
      @plmn93 3 роки тому

      The 12 round mag on the P365 is the same size as the P365 XL grip. I thought I would use that more but I usually just go with the flush 10 round mag for concealability. I like having either option.

    • @franky6181
      @franky6181 3 роки тому +1

      @@plmn93 legos 👍

    • @sandyweeks5302
      @sandyweeks5302 3 роки тому

      @@plmn93 the p365 still has a shorter barrel so even with it having the 12 rounds magazine available it's not the same size as the p365 xl.

  • @fpav4049
    @fpav4049 3 роки тому +2

    Just picked up my Shield Plus today. Trigger feels like my Gen 1 with an Apex trigger in it. The 13 round mag, when loaded with 13 is crazy hard to seat. I still have to shoot it, but it's most likely like the others I own(ed). Works all the time .

    • @freddystone7584
      @freddystone7584 3 роки тому

      Gen 1 Shield is a name you just made up. There’s a Shield and a Shield 2.0. Stop making things up

    • @freddystone7584
      @freddystone7584 3 роки тому

      Comment after you shoot it too! Jeez

    • @fpav4049
      @fpav4049 3 роки тому +1

      @@freddystone7584 Gen 1 means the very first one that was released. Most gun people would know this, Then it was the 2.0 as in two. o, now the Shield Plus which would make it the 3rd version of the first .

  • @leoguy1609
    @leoguy1609 2 місяці тому

    Problem I have with micro-compact firearms? Have a hard time grabbing them from my IWB holsters. Own all of them and the one I like the least? Not for reliability or shooting reasons, it's how the breakdown to clean. The Ruger Max 9 takedown pin is easy to use, especially when your out in the field. The Blocker Lifter and Spring are also known to break, in as little as a few rounds fired through it. This is a known issue with Ruger and haven't come up with a permanent solution! The Ruger Max 9 would be the last firearm I would grab, if I had other choices.

  • @loganturner3895
    @loganturner3895 3 роки тому

    Which one do u like BEST?

  • @veerchasm1
    @veerchasm1 4 дні тому

    Shield and Hellcat are really great guns

  • @dank13
    @dank13 2 роки тому

    Which one out of the 4 would you recommend for the first time gun owner?

    • @skelthouser2730
      @skelthouser2730 2 роки тому

      Definitely, the Shield Plus. Or the Shield EZ...

  • @centermass4962
    @centermass4962 2 роки тому +1

    I own them all but still carry my 365xl

  • @johndoee3850
    @johndoee3850 Рік тому

    Which do you like the best??

  • @Honestandtruth
    @Honestandtruth 3 роки тому

    I just Bought One.... Waiting for the delivery.....The Shield plus