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Smith & Wesson Unveils The New Aluminum-Framed M&P9 M2.0 METAL

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S&W M&P9 M2.0 METAL

Smith & Wesson goes metal with its introduction of the M&P9 M2.0 METAL handgun. With most new handgun releases having polymer frames especially the striker fired ones, this comes as welcome change for those who miss shooting with metal pistols. This pistol is truly an all metal one, meaning the slide and lower frame are metal.

The striker fired M&P9 M2.0 METAL uses a T6 Aluminum frame while the slide is Stainless Steel and these have Tungsten Gray Cerakote finish. The stainless steel barrel is 4.25 inches and has an Armonite finish. The package is completed with an M2.0 flat face trigger, and two 17-round 9mm magazines. Other good news is, the pistol is optics ready with the slide having cuts for optics. There is no thumb safety.


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For owners of the previously polymer M&P9 M2.0, the M&P9 M2.0 METAL is compatible the former’s standard slides, polymer grip inserts, magazines, and holsters. Nothing for them to worry about if they want to get the METAL edition.

With its metal composition, it is 30.0 oz in weigh, just heavier than the polymer version by 5oz.


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The Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 METAL is now available with an MSRP of US$899.00. No airsoft version has been planned yet though we assume Umarex, which has the Smith & Wesson license for airsoft will be working on this with their OEMs. There is an airsoft version of the polymer M&P9 M2.0 from Umarex already available in the market.

Press release from Smith & Wesson below:

Introducing the Newest Member of the M&P Family: M&P®9 M2.0™METAL

SPRINGFIELD, MA., (08/30/2022) – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design is proud to announce its first full size M&P pistol in an all metal configuration, the new M&P®9 M2.0™ METAL.

Built with a T6 Aluminum frame, this pistol includes a 4.25-inch barrel, M2.0 flat face trigger, two 17-round magazines and is slide cut for optics. Its Tungsten Gray Cerakote® presents a unique aesthetic, which makes this M&P stand out from the rest. The M&P9 M2.0 METAL fits any M&P9 compatible holster and accepts any M2.0 17-round 9mm magazine. “Combining the proven performance of the M&P pistol series with the 170-year history of reliable Smith & Wesson metal handguns, the M&P9 M2.0 METAL forges the quality of our past with enhanced modern-day features in an offering that will give an edge to both new and experienced firearms enthusiasts,” said Andrew Gore, Handgun Product Manager.

Recognized for exceeding reliability, durability, and elevated performance, Smith & Wesson is proud to introduce the newest addition to the M&P family – the M&P9 M2.0 METAL. The MSRP for this pistol is $899.00.

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