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Smith & Wesson Shield 9mm 3.1-inch
The original Smith & Wesson Shield is one of the best-selling concealed carry pistols in American history. Introduced in 2012, the slimline single-stack 9mm quickly became a benchmark for the compact carry category. Features a manual thumb safety on most variants and S&Ws proven M&P operating system in a sub-inch-wide package.
📄Manual (model family)🔧Schematic — not on file
- Type
- Pistol
- Action
- Semi-Automatic
- Caliber
- 9mm
- Capacity
- 8
- Introduced
- 2012
- Origin
- USA
- Status
- Discontinued
- Platform
- Shield
Chamberings
9mm
Specifications
- Weight (unloaded)
- 19 oz
- Overall length
- 6.1"
- Barrel options
- 3.1 inch
- Era
- Modern
- Law enforcement
- Yes
- Intended use
- Concealed Carry, Personal Defense
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FAQs
- How much does the Smith & Wesson Shield 9mm 3.1-inch weigh?
- The Smith & Wesson Shield 9mm 3.1-inch weighs 19 oz (1.2 lb) unloaded.
- What caliber is the Smith & Wesson Shield 9mm 3.1-inch?
- The Smith & Wesson Shield 9mm 3.1-inch is chambered in 9mm.
- When was the Smith & Wesson Shield 9mm 3.1-inch introduced?
- The Smith & Wesson Shield 9mm 3.1-inch was introduced in 2012 in USA and is discontinued.
- What is the capacity of the Smith & Wesson Shield 9mm 3.1-inch?
- The Smith & Wesson Shield 9mm 3.1-inch has a capacity of 8.
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