Smith & Wesson announced that a limited edition variant of the M&P Spec Series kit is in the works. Shooters might find themselves on the fence since the company released minimal information, but don't worry because we can help. Here's everything we know about the new Smith & Wesson M&P Spec Series kit!
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Should You Get the Smith & Wesson M&P Spec Series Kit?
Standard Smith & Wesson M&P The Spec Series Kit Inclusions
The Smith & Wesson M&P Spec Series kit serves as a complete self-defense pack. Apart from the accessories, each kit comes with an M&P M2.0 9mm caliber handgun and a standard boot knife.
1. M&P M2.0 9MM Full-Size Pistol
The accessories that come with the kit have their purposes, but what makes the M&P Spec Series kit unique is its one-of-a-kind handgun: the M&P M2.0 9MM. Smith & Wesson states that this piece comes equipped with the best upgrades that the M&P lineup has to offer. Shooters can only purchase it as part of the Specs Series kit.
In a nutshell, the M&P M2.0 is a two-tone 9mm-caliber full-size pistol with a 17 + 1 round capacity. The gun has impressive stopping power and manageable recoil, making it the ideal handgun for shooters of all levels.
Most gun owners use the M&P M2.0 9MM for duty carry, open carry, target practice, and competition purposes. A seasoned shooter can even use this piece for hunting.
However, you might want to consider other options if you need a compact concealed carry weapon. Not many shooters have the physical build to use the M&P M2.0 9MM for CCW applications.
It has a fair barrel length of 4.7″, stands 5.4″, and weighs 24.7 oz. While large, burly shooters with loose-fitting shirts can carry this handgun without printing, smaller individuals might feel uncomfortable concealing such a heavy piece.
2. M&P Full Tang Fixed-Blade Boot Knife
Every prepper has at least one or two boot knives. These functional tools would serve you well on multiple occasions, such as:
- Hunting: Never go hunting without a boot knife. You can use your knife to stab any prey that aggressively rushes toward you. Remember that you cannot take down every single animal with just one shot.
- Self-Defense: Using a knife for self-defense requires more skill and technique than shooting a gun. Some experience in martial arts would also help. Just make sure to keep the knife away from your body when attacking your opponent. Also, stab as swiftly as possible. Your chances of winning will decrease if your attacker escapes your maximum reach.
- Crisis Survival: Boot knives are paramount to crisis survival. You can rely on them when preparing your food, building a makeshift shelter, or even starting a fire. Apart from the functionality of a boot knife, they are also convenient to carry around. As their name suggests, you can slide them down the side of your boots for concealed carry purposes.
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4. M&P Spec Series Challenge Coin
The Smith & Wesson M&P Spec Series Kit comes with a unique challenge coin. The top side features the M&P badge—which closely resembles the American flag—while the bottom part has an intricate engraving of a handgun.
Online reviews say that this batch of challenge coins derives from nickels. Also, the manufacturers may have left the materials to age since the coin has a gray, vintage-looking shade.
As with any other gun brand's challenge coin, the M&P Spec Series Challenge Coin is merely a decorative piece, thus serving no functional purpose to the kit. However, Smith & Wesson fans might appreciate it. The only way to get this specific challenge coin is to purchase their Specs Pack, after all.
5. Optic Add-Ons
When shooting for self-defense, stress will compromise your skill and judgment. Even seasoned shooters may find themselves struggling to aim during high-pressure situations.
Fortunately, the M&P M2.0 comes equipped with an optic-ready slide and a solid pair of suppressor height night sights. Use these high-grade, precise optics to land accurate shots as quickly and efficiently as possible.
6. Shooting Accessories
The M&P also comes with several shooting accessories, such as the:
- 4.6˝ Threaded Barrel (1/2 x 28)
- Two 17-Round 9mm Magazines
- Custom Fit Plastic Case
Bottom Line
The Smith & Wesson M&P Spec Series kit has its pros and cons. First, it's a comprehensive kit that contains all the essential weapons you need to start with crisis prepping and survival planning.
Second, the kit comes with a unique handgun. As we mentioned above, you can only get the M&P M2.0 9mm-caliber pistol if you purchase the Spec Series kit.
Lastly, the M&P M2.0 is optics-ready. Shooters can experiment with the kit's suppressor height night sights to see how well optics improve their accuracy.
The biggest downside is that the M&P M2.0 has a steep price tag. Most gun shops sell the S&W M&P Spec Series kit for around $900 to $1,000; you can get several other full-size pistols for half the price.
Overall Verdict
Should you get the Smith & Wesson M&P Spec Series kit? If you have a thousand gran to spare, trust the Smith & Wesson brand, and wish to own the one-of-a-kind M&P M2.0, then go for it! In this case, the M&P Spec Series kit would be perfect for you.
However, if you want an inexpensive CCW or beginner handgun, look for other options. The M&P Spec Series kit appeals more to handgun enthusiasts than casual self-defense shooters.
Check out this video by ECP Outdoors where they feature the contents of the Smith & Wesson M&P Spec Series Kit:
At the moment, Smith & Wesson has only announced information regarding one Spec Series variant. Details on any upcoming releases will follow. Basing on the new limited edition version, we can assume that the company will likely replace the accompanying 9mm pistol again.
If you dislike the M&P handguns that come with the Spec Series kits, scroll through the site's handgun catalog. Smith & Wesson ranks among the top gun manufacturers in the country, so you're bound to find a handgun that matches your needs.
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