Description
The stock trigger on the M&P M2.0 is fine, but anyone who has spent real time behind one knows it leaves plenty on the table with its gritty take-up and long reset. This Apex Flat-Faced Forward Set Trigger Kit in polymer with a blue finish fixes all of that. It swaps the factory hinged trigger for a flat-faced design with a center-mounted pivoting safety that keeps the same safety values as the factory setup, so you get a big performance jump without changing how the gun keeps itself safe.
What the Forward Set Kit Actually Changes
The magic here is Apex's patented forward set system, which includes a dedicated sear actuator to cut down pre-travel. Once it's in, you're looking at roughly 40 percent less overall trigger travel, a crisp break, and a noticeably shorter, snappier reset. Pull weight drops by about two pounds versus factory. Folks who have run it consistently land somewhere around the 4.5 pound mark, with a clean wall and a reset that most describe as short, tactile, and audible.
Dialing In Your M2.0 Trigger Pull
What makes this kit stand out is the range of springs in the box. By mixing the included Apex springs with your factory sear and trigger return springs, you can set the pull anywhere from a lighter competition weight up to something appropriate for duty and carry, generally in the 4 to 6 pound window. That flexibility means one kit works whether you're building a range gun or keeping things practical for everyday use.
Fitment and Install Notes
This kit fits all Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP, including the M2.0 Compact. It does not fit the original M&P, any M&P Shield, or the Shield M2.0, so double-check your model before ordering. The parts are drop-in with no fitting required, but there are several small components that go together in a specific order. If you're not comfortable detail-stripping your pistol, having an armorer or gunsmith handle the install is the smart move. Apex has solid step-by-step videos if you want to tackle it yourself.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Apex Tactical Specialties Inc.
- Manufacturer Part Number: 100-P154-BL
- UPC: 854751007449
- Model: M&P M2.0
- Style: Trigger Kit
- Trigger Face: Flat-Faced Forward Set
- Trigger Material: Polymer
- Color: Blue
- Safety: Center-Mounted Pivoting Safety
- Pull Weight Range: Approx. 4 to 6 lbs (spring dependent)
- Travel Reduction: Approx. 40%
- Fitment: S&W M&P M2.0 in 9mm / .40 S&W / .45 ACP, including M2.0 Compact
- Install Type: Drop-in, no fitting required
- Made In: USA
What’s Included
- 1 polymer flat-faced forward set trigger
- 1 Apex forward set sear actuator
- 1 Apex fully machined 2-dot sear
- 1 heavy-duty sear spring
- 1 duty/carry sear spring
- 1 heavy-duty trigger return spring
- 1 duty/carry trigger return spring
- 1 ultimate striker block
- 1 striker block spring
- 1 Apex sight tool
- 1 polymer slave pin
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this Apex trigger kit fit my M&P Shield or original M&P?
No. This kit is built specifically for the M&P M2.0 family, including the M2.0 Compact, in 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP. It does not fit the original M&P, any M&P Shield, or the Shield M2.0, so confirm you have a true M2.0 before ordering.
What kind of trigger pull weight can I expect from the forward set kit?
The kit drops your pull by roughly two pounds compared to the factory trigger, with most users landing around 4.5 pounds. By swapping between the included Apex springs and your factory springs, you can dial the weight into the 4 to 6 pound range to suit either carry or competition.
Can I install this M&P 2.0 trigger kit myself?
The parts are true drop-in with no fitting required, but the kit has several small components that assemble in a specific order. If you're confident detail-stripping your pistol you can do it at home with Apex's videos, otherwise having an armorer or gunsmith install it is the safe bet.
Does the flat-faced trigger keep the factory safety?
Yes. The flat-faced trigger uses a center-mounted pivoting safety that maintains the same safety values as the factory hinged trigger. You get the improved feel and shorter reset without giving up how the pistol keeps itself drop-safe.





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