Smith & Wesson Adds New M&P Color Option: M&P9 Metal FDE -The Firearm Blog

Smith & Wesson has just announced a new color option for their M&P9 Metal frame model, Flat Dark Earth (FDE). This offering also includes a threaded barrel and also comes optics-ready from the factory. The new S&W M&P9 Metal FDE frame still retains the same features as the previous Metal model but adds a more personalized flair if the Flat Dark Earth look is what you’re going for. As for the standard Metal M&P’s, this brings the Cerakote color count options to two, with the first being Tungsten Grey. There’s also a Black Cerakote option that’s only available to the Law Enforcement market at present. If you’re in the market for OD Green pistols, the S&W’s Spec Series carries that option. You can find the features and specs of the M&P9 Metal FDE below.

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The performance that began with our polymer construction is now forging forward. The lightweight and rigid metal frame of the Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 Metal provides an extraordinary foundation for higher performance. Built on the M&P platform, it is compatible with all M2.0 magazines, slides holsters and palmswells.

FEATURES

Optimal 18-degree grip angle for natural point of aim
Four interchangeable palmswell grip inserts for optimal hand fit and trigger reach – S, M, ML, L
Textured polymer front strap
Wide slide stop
Reversible magazine release
Slide cut for optics
M2.0 flat face trigger for consistent finger placement that allows for more accurate and repeatable shooting
Picatinny-style rail
Low barrel bore axis makes the M&P pistol comfortable to shoot, reducing muzzle rise and allowing for faster aim recovery
Enhanced sear for lighter, crisper trigger let-off
Accurate 1 in 10 twist barrel
M&P’s patented take-down lever and sear deactivation systems allow for disassembly without pulling the trigger

SPECIFICATIONS

WIDTH 1.3 in
LENGTH 7.8 in
HEIGHT 5.5 in
WEIGHT 30 oz
CALIBER 9MM
SIZE FULL
CAPACITY 17
ACTION STRIKER FIRED
BARREL LENGTH4.625
GRIP POLYMER
SIGHT SWHITE DOT
OPTIC READY YES
SAFETY NONE
COLOR/FINISH FDE
STATE COMPLIANCE N/A
THREADED BARREL YES
BARREL MATERIAL STAINLESS STEEL
FRAME ALUMINUM
LASER NO
PERFORMANCE CENTER NO
NUMBER OF MAGAZINES 2
10LB TRIGGER NO

The new S&W M&P9 Metal FDE M2.0 has a listed MSRP of $899, and you can find the dedicated page HERE for more information, or visit Smith-Wesson.com to view all of their firearms and other products. You can also follow S&W on Instagram, Facebook, and X. I didn’t expect to see so many comments on the Instagram page clamoring for a steel-framed version compared to the aluminum used for the M&P Metal line.

What do you think about the M&P9 Metal FDE? Would you mount an optic or keep the iron sights? Will you join the crowd calling for a steel framed version, or is the aluminum frame just right?

Smith & Wesson Adds New M&P Color Option: M&P9 Metal FDE

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Doug E