New Vibe 2025: Smith & Wesson METAL HD

Shut up and take my money.

Heavy metal, glam metal, death metal … what’s your favorite? Because the S&W M&P9 METAL HD is all three.

Smith & Wesson has just dropped its latest heavy-metal track: the M&P9 Metal HD – Spec Series V, the newest addition to the Spec Series lineup. This striker-fired 9mm pistol is the fifth iteration of Smith’s Spec Series family, but it’s the first of its kind. built with superior performance in mind. With a steel frame, aluminum trigger and room for 23-rounds of lead, this pistol’s perfect for metal maniacs everywhere (headbanging optional).

Weighing in at 2.31 lbs. without a magazine, you have to admit it’s heavy metal. But that steel frame construction–which includes a steel optics plate and steel magwell–devours the already-minimal recoil of a 9mm round. Its 4.8″ barrel is threaded for muzzle devices, and comes equipped with a Strike Industries compensator to mitigate muzzle rise and improve control.

But that barrel is more than just accurate and hardy. It’s pretty, too, wearing a sharp blue PVD finish with the controls and magwell to match. There’s the “glam” factor! The M&P9 Metal HD ships with tall C.O.R.E. green night sights out of the box and also includes an optics-ready slide if you choose to operate your preferred red dot. Additional features include three 23-round magazines, a Limited-Edition Spec Series Coin and Knife, and a hard carry case.

“Our polymer M&P handguns have been widely recognized for their ergonomics and reliability. We took these trusted attributes and integrated them into a steel platform to help mitigate felt-coil, allowing users to keep their pistol running flat and fast. This new Spec Series offers an advantage in today’s dynamic shooting environments while delivering a premium look and feel,” said Corey Beaudreau, Product Manager. MSRP $1,699; click here for yours.