P365 or Shield Plus?

[ThirdCoast2A]

I went with the P365xl. I’ve since moved the slide on to a XMacro frame and it is even better for me. If you go with the 365xl let me know I’ve got a couple of holsters and at least one 12 round magazine with the maggut baseplate that I’d sell since I’ve moved to the XMacro frame.

 

[paknheat]

I went with the Shield Plus. It just fit my hand better & I shot it better than the SIG.


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[no2gates]

I've shot a Shield Plus, and own P365, and a Hellcat.
For me, it's a tossup between the P365 and Hellcat. The Shield Plus was a fine shooter, just prefer the other 2.

 

[BladeZealot]

Fwiw...I picked up an FN reflex as well. Basically same size as a p365 but has an internal hammer as opposed to a striker. Really nice trigger.

 

[Iowashooter]

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Compare the dimensions and specs of Sig Sauer P365 and Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Plus

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[Darqhelmet]

I had an original shield with the thumb saftey, hated the saftey sold it. Shot the p365 but it was right when they came out and had the teething issues. Bought a shield plus, but it has the new flat trigger which I’m not a fan of. Probably selling it off and going to something bigger with a hammer.

 

[jmohme]

My wife was talking about getting something smaller for carry and everyone spoke so highly of the 365, but we went to the range and rented one. If I recall correctly it was the 365xl.
She shot one magazine through it and decided that was enough for her, so I took it from there and finished the box of ammo. I was not at all impressed either, but thats no surprise since I have never cared for small pistols.

Anyway, my point is do as someone else has alread suggested. Rent both and shoot both. Mine or anyone elses opinion means nothing. You need to decide from actualy trying them yourself.

 

[MTA]

Shield plus is what I carry when I am not carrying a j frame. The flat faced trigger is really nice and its easy to conceal. I would never trust my life to a new production sig

If you do end up with a p365 make sure its post-recall (there were a few of them)

 

[Darqhelmet]

Shield plus is what I carry when I am not carrying a j frame. The flat faced trigger is really nice and its easy to conceal. I would never trust my life to a new production sig

If you do end up with a p365 make sure its post-recall (there were a few of them)

No beta testing for you?

 

[sparkyv]

I resemble that remark.

the p365 made me stop looking for a carry gun. It just flat works for me. Dead accurate, small enough to blend away, and I really like the trigger.

 

[zackmars]

I would like to congratulate OP for purchasing a shield plus in .30sc.

Smart choice.

 

[TxStetson]

I own 3 different versions of the 365. My son also has 3 more 365’s. I did buy a grip frame and convert my standard 365 to a 365X. Now I don’t have to worry about where the 10 round mags are because they only fit 1 gun. My EDC is a 365X with a 12 round mag carried IWB and a 15 round mag or 2 in my pocket.

 

[Moonpie]

Still undecided.

Gonna try some rentals at the indoor range.

 

[jmohme]

Still undecided.

Gonna try some rentals at the indoor range.

Now you have a workable plan.

 

[PinnedandRecessed]

I carry a Shield Plus. It seemed like the P365 kept having issues and subsequent indistinct generations of fixes that SIG kept hush hush. Turned me off. Seems they've fixed it all but still a no go for me.

IMO, the P365 is the new starlet of the gun media and is what the Glock 19 used to be...without all the vetting.

 

[Byrd666]

I tried, really tried, and wanted in the best way to like any of the versions/models of the 365 I tried, I just couldn't. So, given the two options, Shield Plus it is. Although the G43X/G48 MOS is a workable option as well.

 

[ronr68]

Still undecided.

Gonna try some rentals at the indoor range.

Good idea. I had a friend at work that loved his P365. I rented one at Range USA, but was under impressed. Different strokes, I guess.

 

[TreyG-20]

Why has OP not posted pics of his new gun? OP is a slacker.

 

[seeker_two]

Although the G43X/G48 MOS is a workable option as well.

Moonpie likely has a few of those already....

 

[Moonpie]

Why has OP not posted pics of his new gun? OP is a slacker.

You got that right.