Apex Tactical 10027BLK Flat Face Forward Set Trigger Kit Black Compatible w/ M&P 2.0

Apex Tactical 10027BLK Flat Face Forward Set Trigger Kit – For M&P 2.0

If you’ve spent any time behind a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0, you already know: the factory trigger works, but it’s got room to improve. That gritty take-up, the long reset, the mush before the break — it’s what keeps shooters swapping parts. Here in Des Moines, we see folks from Ankeny to West Des Moines come in looking for a trigger that feels like it was built for their hand, not just stamped out for a production line. That’s where this Apex Tactical 10027BLK Flat Face Forward Set Trigger Kit comes in. Apex Tactical is the manufacturer, and they’ve been dialing in M&P triggers longer than most shops have been open. This kit is the real deal.

What You’re Getting

This isn’t a drop-in shoe that just looks cool. The Apex Tactical Forward Set Trigger Kit re-engineers the entire trigger geometry. It uses a redesigned sear, a polished striker block, and Apex’s proprietary springs — but it keeps your factory sear spring and trigger return spring in the mix. Why? Because that combo lets you dial pull weight exactly where you need it. For a duty or carry gun in Polk County, you might want it around 4.5 to 5 pounds. For a competition rig at the Des Moines Izaak Walton League range, you can drop it down to about 3.5 pounds. You choose. No guessing, no sending it off to a gunsmith.

The flat face is the standout feature. It spreads the trigger contact across a wider surface on your finger, giving you a consistent, repeatable press every time. No finger slip, no shifting grip. That matters when you’re working through a stage at the Altoona range or running a qualification course in the cold. The forward set design moves the trigger’s resting position rearward in the trigger guard — about 0.100 inches — which shortens the distance your finger has to travel to the break. That translates directly to faster splits and a more natural point of aim.

Performance That Speaks for Itself

What you notice first is the take-up: it’s smooth, not gritty. The break is crisp, with a clean wall that you can stage if you need to. Over-travel is drastically reduced — you’re not fighting the trigger to get back on target. And the reset? Short and tactile. You’ll hear and feel a positive click that tells you the gun is ready to fire. No mushy, vague reset that leaves you guessing. If you’ve ever shot a stock M&P 2.0 in a timed drill, you know that long reset can cost you a second. This kit cuts that time down.

Installation is straightforward if you’re handy with a punch and a bench block. Apex includes detailed instructions, and there are plenty of walkthroughs online. If you’d rather not mess with it, bring it by our shop in Des Moines — we’re happy to install it for you. But if you’re doing it yourself, take your time. The trigger return spring can be a little fiddly on the M&P platform, but nothing you can’t handle with patience and a good set of picks.

Compatibility and Specs

This kit is designed specifically for the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 — full-size, compact, and Shield Plus models (not the original Shield or first-gen M&P). It’s part number 10027BLK, and the black finish matches the factory look. You’re getting the Apex sear, striker block, springs, and the flat-faced aluminum trigger shoe. No plastic, no compromise. The kit retails at $198.00, and for what you get — a trigger that rivals custom work — it’s a fair price.

Why Buy From Iowa Gun Shop?

We’re a licensed FFL dealer right here in Des Moines, Iowa. We know the M&P platform because we shoot it. We carry Apex Tactical because they make parts that work, and we stand behind everything we sell. Whether you’re in Urbandale, Johnston, or out in the country near Madrid, you can order this kit from us and we’ll ship it to your doorstep — or to your local FFL if you’re outside Iowa. We ship to all 50 states, nationwide, through the FFL network. If you’ve got questions about compatibility, installation, or just want to talk triggers, give us a call or stop by. We’re not a big box store; we’re shooters who answer the phone.

The Apex Tactical 10027BLK Flat Face Forward Set Trigger Kit is one of the best upgrades you can make to an M&P 2.0. It tightens your groups, speeds up your splits, and makes the gun feel like it was built for your hand. Order it from Iowa Gun Shop today — we’ll get it out the door fast, no matter where you are in the country.