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Got a nice surprise today

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rlsbee    1

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So the phone rings and my wife picks it up. I hear "oh, hi...how are you? Yes, he's here, hold on". Then "Hi, remember when you asked to be put on the list for a 9MM Shield? Well, today is your day. One just came in and you're at the top of the list".

Needless to say, I was in the truck and on my way as fast as an old fart can. So, I finally got my Shield. Of course it'll probably be a couple of months until I get to bring it home.

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That is a nice surprise. Have you shot the shield yet? I'm still on the fence between that and a subcompact. I've held the shield and the grip just seems so narrow and thin that I'm not sure what it'd shoot like, but everyone that has a shield raves about it. I am guessing you picked it up from Bob's given your location and Home Range info?

 

What does Bob's offer for rentals? I haven't been there since I bought my XD9 from them almost 3 yrs ago, but I'd like it if they offered some of the handguns I'm contemplating and also to have my wife shoot a couple different models to get a feel for what she likes.

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Yep! It was Bob's. I honestly don't know what they have for rentals. I have had a chance to shoot a Shield and I liked it a lot. At the same time, his buddy offered to let me shoot his Nano which I also liked. The Shield was my first choice but they couldn't be found. Since the Nano was so close and I've always wanted a Beretta, I bought one. I really like it but that Shield just stuck with me so when I had the chance, I jumped on it. Funny thing is... on the day I shot the Nano and Shield, I had my S&W 5906TSW. They asked what I was shooting so I returned the favor and let each of 'em shoot the 5906. When I saw 'em later in the store, they both told me they had to find a 5906. Works both ways, I guess.

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Is the M&P anything like the 5906? My dad has a 3906 and I hate the thing...

 

No. The 5906 is a very heavy gun, all stainless steel. As such, the recoil is nothing. Every time I clean it, I admire the way it's built. I believe these (the 'TSW' versions) were built for LE. I know when I bought it used, it was an ex LE gun. I love shooting this one.

Mine:

5906e-1.jpg

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rlsbee    1

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If you're ever planning a range trip to bobs send me a pm if you wouldn't mind me shooting a few rds through it? (I of course will supply my own ammo). I'd really like to shoot one before I decide to plunk down $400+

Which one? I assume you mean the Shield. I'd be glad to let you shoot the Shield, Nano, or 5906. Still need my permit for the Shield. It's paid for but not 'mine' yet.

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