Springfield XD Compact 45 ACP
#11
RE: Springfield XD Compact 45 ACP
XD is a fantastic gun, I owned a .40 service but they carry concealed for crap.
They are so chunky and square edged that they are quite uncomfortable for everyday concealed work.
I'd choose a bunch of other guns over it for concealed carry but for duty carry or at home it's right up there IMO.
They are so chunky and square edged that they are quite uncomfortable for everyday concealed work.
I'd choose a bunch of other guns over it for concealed carry but for duty carry or at home it's right up there IMO.
#12
RE: Springfield XD Compact 45 ACP
I have the sub compact in 40s&w. Fantastic firearm. Great safety features built into the gun while having zero manual safeties that you would have to manipulate in the heat of the moment. This is a firearm that you must want to shoot otherwise it will not fire or operate with out the shooter having control of the firearm.
I have got to go against all of the Glock fans here. I woudn't own a Glock if it was given to me. I do not like the plastic guide rods,the triggers that you can do little with, thewide (front to back) grips, polymer magazines, and they're just butt ugly.
Another fantastic firearm is the S&W M&P. Definetly look at it before you decide.
I have got to go against all of the Glock fans here. I woudn't own a Glock if it was given to me. I do not like the plastic guide rods,the triggers that you can do little with, thewide (front to back) grips, polymer magazines, and they're just butt ugly.
Another fantastic firearm is the S&W M&P. Definetly look at it before you decide.
#13
RE: Springfield XD Compact 45 ACP
I think the XD would be an excellent choice as would many others to include, Glock, Sig, Berettaand the S&W M&P. I preferGlock myself but that is just a personal preference. I carry a Beretta on duty and a Glock as my backup/off duty weapon.
Got to disagree with you on a few statements Bigbulls.
First off, if installed correctly the factory plastic guide rods in a Glock will last for tens of thousands of rounds. If a person really wants a metal guide rod, they are readily available from numerous sources. There areother polymer pistolsthat have plastic guide rods to include Sig and Beretta.
Second, the triggers are easily worked on. I replaced the factory trigger(actually the connector)in my G27 in less than30 minutes, and that includes stripping thefirearm and polishing the components and reassembly. Cost me less than $15 bucks to boot.
Third, the grip does present a problem for some with small hands. I have never seen anyone with average handsor largerhave problems in the grip department. However, Glock has recently introduced the "SF" series in the G21 SF and the G30 SF which is supposed to address this problem.
Fourth, you have a polymer pistol, so what's the problem with a polymer magazine? These magazines are metal lined and they are tough. I have seen Glock magazines take a lot of abuse.
Fifth, I agree with youGlocks are ugly. However I have not seen many polymer handguns that I consider pretty. None of them compare to a sweet looking 1911!
ORIGINAL: bigbulls
I have the sub compact in 40s&w. Fantastic firearm. Great safety features built into the gun while having zero manual safeties that you would have to manipulate in the heat of the moment. This is a firearm that you must want to shoot otherwise it will not fire or operate with out the shooter having control of the firearm.
I have got to go against all of the Glock fans here. I woudn't own a Glock if it was given to me. I do not like the plastic guide rods,the triggers that you can do little with, thewide (front to back) grips, polymer magazines, and they're just butt ugly.
Another fantastic firearm is the S&W M&P. Definetly look at it before you decide.
I have the sub compact in 40s&w. Fantastic firearm. Great safety features built into the gun while having zero manual safeties that you would have to manipulate in the heat of the moment. This is a firearm that you must want to shoot otherwise it will not fire or operate with out the shooter having control of the firearm.
I have got to go against all of the Glock fans here. I woudn't own a Glock if it was given to me. I do not like the plastic guide rods,the triggers that you can do little with, thewide (front to back) grips, polymer magazines, and they're just butt ugly.
Another fantastic firearm is the S&W M&P. Definetly look at it before you decide.
Got to disagree with you on a few statements Bigbulls.
First off, if installed correctly the factory plastic guide rods in a Glock will last for tens of thousands of rounds. If a person really wants a metal guide rod, they are readily available from numerous sources. There areother polymer pistolsthat have plastic guide rods to include Sig and Beretta.
Second, the triggers are easily worked on. I replaced the factory trigger(actually the connector)in my G27 in less than30 minutes, and that includes stripping thefirearm and polishing the components and reassembly. Cost me less than $15 bucks to boot.
Third, the grip does present a problem for some with small hands. I have never seen anyone with average handsor largerhave problems in the grip department. However, Glock has recently introduced the "SF" series in the G21 SF and the G30 SF which is supposed to address this problem.
Fourth, you have a polymer pistol, so what's the problem with a polymer magazine? These magazines are metal lined and they are tough. I have seen Glock magazines take a lot of abuse.
Fifth, I agree with youGlocks are ugly. However I have not seen many polymer handguns that I consider pretty. None of them compare to a sweet looking 1911!
#14
RE: Springfield XD Compact 45 ACP
First off, if installed correctly the factory plastic guide rods in a Glock will last for tens of thousands of rounds. If a person really wants a metal guide rod, they are readily available from numerous sources. There areother polymer pistolsthat have plastic guide rods to include Sig and Beretta.
Second, the triggers are easily worked on. I replaced the factory trigger(actually the connector)in my G27 in less than30 minutes, and that includes stripping thefirearm and polishing the components and reassembly. Cost me less than $15 bucks to boot.
Third, the grip does present a problem for some with small hands. I have never seen anyone with average handsor largerhave problems in the grip department. However, Glock has recently introduced the "SF" series in the G21 SF and the G30 SF which is supposed to address this problem.
Fourth, you have a polymer pistol, so what's the problem with a polymer magazine? These magazines are metal lined and they are tough. I have seen Glock magazines take a lot of abuse.
None of them compare to a sweet looking 1911!
Of course this is all just my opinion and whatI like in a hand gun. Every one is different. I am not saying that Glocks are bad firearms just they are waaaaayyyyy down at the bottom of my list of handguns.
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RE: Springfield XD Compact 45 ACP
I'm seriously considering a XD in .45 or .40, I like the idea of the compact .45, allows either a 10 rd compact mag or a 13rd extended grip, still has a 4" barrel though. I may end up just going with the service model.
Theres just something I don't like about smith and wesson, and the XD draws me to it, lol. I'll be carrying it while hunting and may carry it concealed once I get my concealed carry permit, but will likely get a smaller 3" barreled gun for that at some point.
What I don't understand is that the .45 version has a 13rd mag and the .40 has a 12 rd, that doesn't make a lot of since to me.
Theres just something I don't like about smith and wesson, and the XD draws me to it, lol. I'll be carrying it while hunting and may carry it concealed once I get my concealed carry permit, but will likely get a smaller 3" barreled gun for that at some point.
What I don't understand is that the .45 version has a 13rd mag and the .40 has a 12 rd, that doesn't make a lot of since to me.
#16
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Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 109
RE: Springfield XD Compact 45 ACP
I have a full size xd 45 with the 4" barrell. Love it. If I were in the market to buy another new handgun, I wouldnt hesitate to buy another one. It is heavy and would not make a good concealed carry gun though. I was just on their website and for 08 they have a safety on the slide. I havent shot it that much (probably 300 rounds or so) but it is a great shooting gun. I havent had one jam or loading problem. Matter of fact, I shot a deer at 20 yards in the back of the head with a 230gr hydrashock, one handed. Not trying to brag or sound cocky, it is just a great pointing gun.