Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus Optics Ready 30 Super Carry 3.10" 13+1rd/16+1rd Manual Thumb Safety - $269.99

I'm a S&W fan and wanted to try the shield plus. Grab a Gun honored the low price and even has a coupon for free shipping to a FFL. They ship via Fed Ex and the gun was in my hands in days. Initially the gun fairly stiff but after cleaning and lubricating it seemed to start to break in. Headed to the range and at 5 yards the gun is capable of small groups and the sights were on target. At 10 yards I was still able to keep shots together. 50 rounds in a 8 in circle with most landing closer to the center. Slide, release, safety, and magazines all started to get smoother. This is a great little gun. 30 Super Carry seems like a capable round especially with Hornady Critical Defense rounds loaded. Recoil was mild. I feel the slide is still too stiff for those with smaller hands, though with regular practice both the shooter and the gun will "get better". 4 5/8 stars