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Rost Martin R1MF comes to Califnoria

Shield X on roster now!

cali_jazz said:
I believe the 10 Rd versions of each are compatible, their may be a slight base plate mod required.
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FYI, after a bit of searching, I did come across a couple of reviews indicating that an S+ mag base-plate swap may indeed enable compatibility with the Shield X. Nothing showing up yet on Google searches or eBay for S-X base plates, but since the Shield-X was only announced back in Jul-2025-ish, it may take a bit more time for this particular segment of the aftermarket ecosystem to come into place. Really hoping my local range (DGM San Diego @ Morena) gets one on their rental list soon --- and now I'll be sure make an inquiry/request at my next range visit --- so I don't cave in to the urge to lay down a deposit upfront before getting a chance to make a test drive...
 
tbonesocal said:
FYI, after a bit of searching, I did come across a couple of reviews indicating that an S+ mag base-plate swap may indeed enable compatibility with the Shield X. Nothing showing up yet on Google searches or eBay for S-X base plates, but since the Shield-X was only announced back in Jul-2025-ish, it may take a bit more time for this particular segment of the aftermarket ecosystem to come into place. Really hoping my local range (DGM San Diego @ Morena) gets one on their rental list soon --- and now I'll be sure make an inquiry/request at my next range visit --- so I don't cave in to the urge to lay down a deposit upfront before getting a chance to make a test drive...
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Not sure. The X has a longer grip. The 10rd CA version has an extension on the bottom (see picture) to accommodate it. (Non CA Shield X comes with a flush-fit 13rd). S&W doesn't sell base plates separately to my knowledge. Possibly an after-market company will make something if there's enough demand.

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Ive been shooting with one of these for a few months now. If you are even a small amount interested, buy one. Absolutely amazing gun.
 
Been carrying the PC ported plus for almost 2 years now can’t wait to pc port the X, also not a fan of the cunk port
 

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tbonesocal said:
Great… two months after I acquire a M&P 2.0 Compact following the (then) uncertainty of Glock’s future in CA, this model goes onto the roster. And I have a Shield Plus as well. If the Shield X somehow has 10-rd magazine compatibility with either of these, I don’t think I’ll be able to resist the temptation to get one…
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You don’t NEED it

Keep the 2.0 compact, I can conceal full size 2.0 no problem. Save your money.
 
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Wolkenflieger said:
What is PC porting or "cunk" porting?
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It's a typo, it's called "chunk" porting where a chunk of barrel is removed near the muzzle and the slide is cut above it, to reduce muzzle rise, PC porting is adding a compensator to the end of a (threaded) barrel or pinned to the barrel.
 
cali_jazz said:
It's a typo, it's called "chunk" porting where a chunk of barrel is removed near the muzzle and the slide is cut above it, to reduce muzzle rise, PC porting is adding a compensator to the end of a (threaded) barrel or pinned to the barrel.
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Thanks!
 
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Will be picking up the PC shield X here shortly in a couple days. I have a feeling I will be liking the PC Shield X better than my current carry setup. (Shield plus carry comp)
 
Wolkenflieger said:
What is PC porting or "cunk" porting?
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The PC porting is very similar the Canik mc9 (x1 ports from swpresicion) but on the shield plus . Love recoil and harmonic impulse it gives. I do not like chunk ports. I tried them not for me.
 

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Is the Shield X worth it? I already have a Shield Plus, and both the full and compact M&P 2.0. What does the Shield X do better? (Actually really trying to justify not buying one...)
 
bcj68 said:
Is the Shield X worth it? I already have a Shield Plus, and both the full and compact M&P 2.0. What does the Shield X do better? (Actually really trying to justify not buying one...)
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I like the ergo better on the shield x better than the shield plus carry comp. Have not went to the range yet with the shield x, performance center but just the feel…(pinky not over hanging) already feels 1000% better.
 
echang72 said:
I like the ergo better on the shield x better than the shield plus carry comp. Have not went to the range yet with the shield x, performance center but just the feel…(pinky not over hanging) already feels 1000% better.
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Thank you.
 
bcj68 said:
Is the Shield X worth it? I already have a Shield Plus, and both the full and compact M&P 2.0. What does the Shield X do better? (Actually really trying to justify not buying one...)
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No it’s really not lol. You already have basically the same guns, and it’s better to daily the compact or a subcompact anyways
 
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