Apex Tactical 100153 Forward Set Sear & Trigger Kit Red Flat Trigger Fits S&W M&P 2.0

If you’re running an S&W M&P 2.0 and you’re still dealing with that factory hinged trigger, it’s time to fix it. The Apex Tactical 100153 Forward Set Sear & Trigger Kit is the upgrade you’ve been looking for. This is the red flat trigger version, built specifically for the M&P 2.0 platform, and it’s designed to tighten up your shot placement by cutting out the slack and the slop. At Alaska Gun Shop, we don’t sell gear we wouldn’t run ourselves. This kit is a solid, proven improvement for anyone who carries, competes, or just wants a better trigger pull without sending your pistol to a gunsmith for weeks.

Let’s get into what this kit actually does. The factory M&P 2.0 trigger uses a hinged design. That hinge creates a spongy, inconsistent feel, especially when you’re trying to make a precise shot in cold weather or with gloves on. Apex Tactical replaces that whole assembly with a machined aluminum flat trigger body. The flat face gives you a consistent finger placement every time, which means your trigger press stays the same from shot to shot. The safety mechanism is a center-mounted pivoting bar, not a blade. It maintains the factory safety values, so you’re not compromising on drop safety. You get the same level of protection, just with a much better feel.

The real advantage here is the forward set sear. This kit moves the sear engagement point forward, which reduces the pre-travel and over-travel significantly compared to the stock trigger. What does that mean for you? Less wasted movement. Your trigger finger doesn’t have to travel as far to break the shot, and the reset is shorter and more positive. You’ll notice it immediately on the range. Follow-up shots are faster because you can feel the reset click back into place without guessing. The pull weight stays in the acceptable range for a service pistol—nothing too light for defensive use, but smooth and consistent. Apex Tactical engineered these components to work together as a system. The sear, the trigger, and the springs are all matched to give you a clean break and a sharp reset.

Installation is described as drop-in, and it mostly is. You won’t need to file or fit anything. That said, we recommend having an armorer or a competent gunsmith handle the install if you’re not comfortable working on trigger components. It’s not complicated, but it involves removing the rear sight and the sear housing block. One wrong step and you could introduce safety issues. If you’re in Anchorage, stop by Alaska Gun Shop and we can point you to a local smith. If you’re ordering from outside Alaska, any qualified gunsmith can handle this in under an hour. The kit comes with all the necessary parts: the flat trigger, forward set sear, trigger return spring, and the sear spring. No need to buy anything else.

Why buy this from Alaska Gun Shop? Because we know what works in harsh conditions. We’re an Anchorage-based FFL dealer, and we test gear in real Alaska weather. This Apex kit holds up. The aluminum trigger is anodized, so it won’t corrode or wear out from sweat, rain, or snow. The flat face gives you a better purchase when your fingers are cold or wet. We stock this kit because we’ve seen M&P 2.0 owners go from mediocre groups to tight, consistent shot strings after the swap. It’s not magic—it’s just better engineering.

We ship to all 50 states. If you’re ordering this kit and you’re outside Alaska, we’ll send it to your local FFL for transfer. The trigger kit itself is not a serialized firearm component, so it ships directly to you with no extra paperwork. Just place the order, and we’ll get it out the door fast. We keep these in stock because they move quickly. At $198.55, this is a reasonable upgrade for a pistol that you trust your life to. The factory trigger is okay for range plinking, but if you’re serious about accuracy and speed, the Apex Tactical 100153 is a no-brainer.

A few technical details for the guys who care: This kit fits all S&W M&P 2.0 models in 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP. It does not fit the original M&P 1.0 or the Shield series. Make sure you’ve got a 2.0 before you buy. The red flat trigger is an aesthetic choice, but it also makes the trigger stand out against a dark frame, which helps with visual reference during low-light shooting. The forward set design reduces trigger reach slightly, which can help shooters with smaller hands get a better finger placement. If you’ve got larger hands, you’ll still appreciate the shorter reset and reduced over-travel.

We’ve had customers ask if this kit affects reliability. The answer is no, as long as it’s installed correctly. Apex Tactical is a reputable manufacturer with a long history in the firearms industry. They don’t cut corners. The sear geometry is optimized for the M&P 2.0 firing pin block. You won’t get light strikes or failure to reset. The trigger pull weight will be slightly lighter than stock, but still within defensive standards. Expect around 4.5 to 5 pounds depending on your specific pistol’s tolerances. That’s a sweet spot for a carry gun. Light enough for accurate shooting, heavy enough to prevent accidental discharges under stress.

If you’re building a competition M&P, this kit is a solid foundation. Pair it with a good red dot and a quality holster, and you’ve got a pistol that can hang with custom 2011s at half the price. If you’re building a duty or home defense gun, the Apex Forward Set Trigger Kit gives you an edge without compromising safety. We’ve seen Alaska State Troopers and private security contractors run these kits. They trust them. You can too.

Order the Apex Tactical 100153 Forward Set Sear & Trigger Kit Red Flat Trigger from Alaska Gun Shop today. We ship to all 50 states via FFL transfer. No gimmicks, no overhyped marketing. Just a better trigger for your M&P 2.0. If you have questions, call us or stop by the shop in Anchorage. We’ll get you squared away.