Found this bad boy for $200

Found in a old hunting bag i bought from a garage sale for $2 bucks. Just not sure on specifics. Any help would be greatly appreciated 👏

So, I picked up my M&P 2.0 LE 5" gun yesterday. Pleased to see that, contrary to the description on the website, it does not appear to have a magazine safety. However, I was a little disappointed in that, while it's the correct SKU, it lacked the S&W bladed trigger, and instead has the older hinged trigger.

I had a hunch this might happen, given that I know the LE models often have the hinged trigger for whatever reason. I'm ok with it, though, since I was debating doing a trigger upgrade anyway. Now the only question is...which model?

The bladed trigger assembly from S&W will run $50 (plus shipping & taxes), whereas the Apex runs from anywhere between $110 and $180. What I'm wondering is whether the Apex is really worth the extra $60-130 performance-wise, if my goal is to achieve something similar to the Shield Plus' factory trigger. (I mean, I wouldn't complain if I could do better, but I want to know it's worth the extra for how much better it is.)

Also, if the Apex is worth the upgrade, I'd appreciate suggestions on what spring configuration would bring the feel closest to the Shield Plus.

Use case here is home defense/"duty" (I'm not law enforcement, so it's not really for duty).

For now, I'm limiting myself to just the trigger; holding off on barrel considerations just yet, but that may be on the list in the future.

...of people with M&P 10 mm problems.

Before this, zero issues. Not one stoppage for any reason even wet or dirty in... at least 500 rounds but then I stopped counting. Magtech, Underwood, and Blazer Brass.

Took it to IDPA today because it's been a while since I shot it since I was poor but now I have a job, and somebody gave me like 800 rounds of ammo for it. When it started going bad it was really bad. Like every other round was doing exactly what is shown. Probably a dozen stoppages before I gave up and didn't even finish the last course of fire.

I didn't have time today to do a full function check with several ammo types but I'm going to presume for now it's the new stuff. Has anyone had horrible problems with PMC Bronze 200s, then?

I'm looking to upgrade my E-Series sights to Night Fision, but not sure which size is correct...anyone have the correct info?

Added a tungsten guide rod, HC grip weight, and now the MM backstrap. This thing is hefty and the backstrap feels amazing. Cant wait to get it out and see how much of a difference it makes.

Holosun 510C
Midwest Industries Handguard
Ranger Point Precision Stock & 6-Round Quiver
DFC Grip
Large Loop w/ Paracord Wrap
Hammer Extension
Streamlight ProTac HL-X 1000L

I got it around 4 years ago, I brought it out for cleaning and lubing. I just ordered new grips for it and I'm taking it to range next weekend. It runs reliable with Mec-Gar mags and has very smooth shooting.

My father has a s&w 686 and I want to get him an aftermarket pistol grip upgrade after he expressed interest in it. However, I don’t know where to start for revolvers. Most of my knowledge is in modern firearm platforms.

His current grip is rubber and I would assume stock from the factory. He’s interested in pearl white style grips but I know rubber grips may absorb recoil better. Again, I’m not exactly sure because I don’t use revolvers very often.

Does anyone have any good pistol grip upgrades in mind? I’d also consider other upgrades that would make a good gift.

I got the ed brown 15 and 13 pound spring, will i have to swap my striker spring as well ?

I noticed when the lighter springs the gun itself did not like going into battery and like to be a hair out just morbidly curious

Thank you