The Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield X 9mm Pistol with a manual thumb safety is the 10-round version of the sub-compact Shield X (Smith & Wesson part no. 14265). It has a 3.6-inch barrel, a flat-plane RMSc/K optic cut and a ClearSight cut that diverts gas away from a mounted optic. An Ameriglo Trooper LumiGreen front night sight pairs with a blacked-out serrated-notch rear. The thumb safety adds a manual control for shooters who want one on a carry gun. Two 10-round magazines ship with this Smith & Wesson pistol.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is 9mm, a standard concealed carry cartridge.
• Capacity is 10 rounds, and two 10-round magazines are included.
• A manual thumb safety is fitted, adding a deliberate control for shooters who prefer one.
• The barrel is 3.6 inches with a 1:10 twist, stainless steel with an Armornite finish.
• The slide has an RMSc/K optic cut, a flat-plane footprint for small red dots.
• The front sight is an Ameriglo Trooper LumiGreen night sight, a bright post for low-light acquisition.
• The rear sight is a blacked-out serrated notch that cuts glare.
• The ClearSight cut diverts gas away from your optic so the view stays unobstructed.
• The grip is slim and textured, front and rear, with a front rail on the frame.
• Weight is 20.8 ounces, and the pistol has a flat-face trigger and a reversible magazine catch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the Shield X with the thumb safety? Yes. This version has a manual thumb safety and ships with 10-round magazines.

Which optics fit? The slide has an RMSc/K optic cut, the footprint Smith & Wesson lists for the Shield X.

How many magazines come with it? Two 10-round magazines.

Buy the Smith & Wesson M&P9 Shield X 9mm Pistol with Thumb Safety

For carry buyers who want a thumb safety, an optic cut and a night sight front in a slim 10-round pistol, this Shield X fits. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see our full range of semi-auto handguns.