Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. announced the release of the M&P Shield X series. It features a lengthened grip, undercut trigger guard, and extended beavertail along with aggressive front and rear serration coverage for easier manipulation, and a 3.6-inch stainless-steel barrel. The sights are an Ameriglo Trooper LumiGreen front night sight and blacked-out serrated u-notch rear sight.