Springfield xD 9mm

Chris · 07-03-2006, 11:59 PM

I was introduced to these fine pieces at the local gun shop by means of a display they had. They have the looks of a Glock, but the feel is just inviting. It's like nothing I have held before, I can really tell that Springfield put some time and money in researching this gun out.

I won't say that I am going to pass Glock up, but this really gives me some serious thinking to do!

Triplesixkoe · 07-04-2006, 12:05 AM

I pesonally don't really like them...I'd prefer a HK USP or even a Taurus 24/7.

Chris · 07-04-2006, 12:19 AM

Well I am comparing them to the Glock 9mm, compact.

Triplesixkoe · 07-04-2006, 12:25 AM

I would go with the Glock 19 Chris...But good luck with whatever you choose!

Chris · 07-04-2006, 12:29 AM

you aren't the first one to say that. I am looking for more of a conceal carry gun...so that is why I am looking at compact and very important the feel of the gun.

Pumpkinheaver · 07-04-2006, 12:37 AM

I have owned both. Not only was the XD a better fit for my hands but it was also more accurate than the glock I had. I also like the grip safety and the fact that the brass is fully suported in the chamber plus you can shoot lead bullets through it. The only reason I got rid of it was that a friend of mine offered me as much as I paid for it and I was searching for another carry gun. I'm still looking, the XD 45 is at the head of my list.

FutureMarine · 07-04-2006, 12:45 AM

i have fired a springfield XD in 9mm and 40 and a glock in .45, 9mm, and 40

i liked the springfields more. Also shot a glock 18 in full auto :full:

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Originally Posted by Chris

you aren't the first one to say that. I am looking for more of a conceal carry gun...so that is why I am looking at compact and very important the feel of the gun.

the makarov is the best choice out there, and thats a fact:lucky:

Beer Forever · 07-04-2006, 01:06 AM

Springfield over Glock hands down!

troylaplante · 07-04-2006, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by FutureMarine

the makarov is the best choice out there, and thats a fact

Opinions are just like armpits.....

Oxford · 07-04-2006, 11:16 AM

troylaplante...

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Opinions are just like armpits...

In that case you might as well clamp your nose shut because there's no end to different opinions on "which gun is best."

Anyway, here's my two cents on Chris's question about the Springfield XD in 9mm.

Two years ago I bought that handgun principally to be used for a CCW piece. I wanted something easily concealed, lightweight, something with relialiability, enough zap for the job, and many other reasons. After checking out several pistols I decided upon the Sub Compact Springfield XD 9mm and have never been sorry.

The features of the XD that I like are numerous, and are easily obtainable on the web, but it all comes down to indivdual preferences which will vary with individuals. :right:

BamaBowTie · 07-04-2006, 11:25 AM

I can't say anything for the Glock, but I own a SA-XD9 subcompact. The ergonomics of the XD are second only to the 1911 to me. I have never actually shot a compact Glock and personally would never own a Glock. I think my hatred for Glock comes from the gun snobs that insist they are the finest gun ever made and never have problems, and also from the popular line of thought that "only gangstas and thugs carry Glocks". I am sure they are fine weapons, but I really don't like the grip angle of a glock and the XD has a full grip compared to the "three finger" grip on a Glock.

utahvarminter · 07-31-2006, 04:29 PM

The XD is lighter, more ergonomic, and is better balanced... oh wait, that's ergonomics

Get an XD

Chris · 07-31-2006, 04:34 PM

I have decided to go with an xD for CCW. I am going to go with a subcompact. I really like the feel of it over a glock. I have been saving up for it. I love how my local gun show will work with you on things like that. Almost like a layaway plan!

N2914J · 07-31-2006, 05:08 PM

I second the Springfield. My Dad's boss has one in 9mm as his carry, and speaks the world of it.

Oxford · 07-31-2006, 06:10 PM

Good choice, Chris. We can talk more about it on Chat some evening.

FutureMarine · 07-31-2006, 06:12 PM

give me the time and ill be there Ox

boricua2122 · 08-02-2006, 10:54 PM

DO NOT GET A GLOCK unless you want it to lock on you.... Glock ...mmmm let me see...Not

I have shot from the 18 -26 non fit my hand , recoil its too much for the size , if it too much recoil for a small gun or unstabled ...

Now springfield is a different matter , i can put my life on it and no missfires at all . i have had over 1000 round and never .. i mean never a jam at all.... my back up is a pt 140 taurus small giant ... then in the vehicle i have the ruger sp101 357 snub with hydoshock +p

FutureMarine · 08-02-2006, 10:58 PM

are you only reffering to the subcompact and slimline or the glock in general?

troylaplante · 08-03-2006, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by boricua2122

DO NOT GET A GLOCK unless you want it to lock on you.... Glock ...mmmm let me see...Not

I guess that is why the overwhelming majority of competition defensive pistol shooters use Glock, not to mention government agencies worldwide. I have NEVER had a Glock lock up on me.

boricua2122 · 08-03-2006, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by troylaplante

I guess that is why the overwhelming majority of competition defensive pistol shooters use Glock, not to mention government agencies worldwide. I have NEVER had a Glock lock up on me.

I had glock 26 & 18 and had issues with stove piping or case extractions . Bought the Springfield XD 40 sub comp and never had a problem. my standard issue is a springfield xd 40 tactical. i have drop it in sand ,saltwater & mudd and still will fire as it was clean......

07-03-2006, 11:59 PM	#1
Chris HMFIC Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 3,710 Images: 19 Blog Entries: 11	Springfield xD 9mm I was introduced to these fine pieces at the local gun shop by means of a display they had. They have the looks of a Glock, but the feel is just inviting. It's like nothing I have held before, I can really tell that Springfield put some time and money in researching this gun out. I won't say that I am going to pass Glock up, but this really gives me some serious thinking to do! __________________ Rules \| Contributing Members I would rather be exposed to the inconveniences attending too much liberty than to those attending too small a degree of it. --Thomas Jefferson No one has the right to deny my personal safety Are you under 18?

07-04-2006, 12:19 AM	#3
Chris HMFIC Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 3,710 Images: 19 Blog Entries: 11	Well I am comparing them to the Glock 9mm, compact. __________________ Rules \| Contributing Members I would rather be exposed to the inconveniences attending too much liberty than to those attending too small a degree of it. --Thomas Jefferson No one has the right to deny my personal safety Are you under 18?

07-04-2006, 12:29 AM	#5
Chris HMFIC Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 3,710 Images: 19 Blog Entries: 11	you aren't the first one to say that. I am looking for more of a conceal carry gun...so that is why I am looking at compact and very important the feel of the gun. __________________ Rules \| Contributing Members I would rather be exposed to the inconveniences attending too much liberty than to those attending too small a degree of it. --Thomas Jefferson No one has the right to deny my personal safety Are you under 18?

07-04-2006, 12:37 AM	#6
Pumpkinheaver Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,188	I have owned both. Not only was the XD a better fit for my hands but it was also more accurate than the glock I had. I also like the grip safety and the fact that the brass is fully suported in the chamber plus you can shoot lead bullets through it. The only reason I got rid of it was that a friend of mine offered me as much as I paid for it and I was searching for another carry gun. I'm still looking, the XD 45 is at the head of my list. __________________ Just because your paranoid doesn't mean they aren't out to get you!

07-04-2006, 11:25 AM	#11
BamaBowTie Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alexandria, AL Posts: 226 Images: 1	I can't say anything for the Glock, but I own a SA-XD9 subcompact. The ergonomics of the XD are second only to the 1911 to me. I have never actually shot a compact Glock and personally would never own a Glock. I think my hatred for Glock comes from the gun snobs that insist they are the finest gun ever made and never have problems, and also from the popular line of thought that "only gangstas and thugs carry Glocks". I am sure they are fine weapons, but I really don't like the grip angle of a glock and the XD has a full grip compared to the "three finger" grip on a Glock. __________________ "They call you paranoid until the worst happens, and in the aftermath they call you a hero." -Me

07-04-2006, 12:05 AM	#2
Triplesixkoe Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Daytona Beach, Florida Posts: 127	I pesonally don't really like them...I'd prefer a HK USP or even a Taurus 24/7.

07-04-2006, 12:25 AM	#4
Triplesixkoe Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Daytona Beach, Florida Posts: 127	I would go with the Glock 19 Chris...But good luck with whatever you choose!

07-04-2006, 01:06 AM	#8
Beer Forever Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 2,581	Springfield over Glock hands down!

07-31-2006, 04:29 PM	#12
utahvarminter Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Utah Posts: 459	The XD is lighter, more ergonomic, and is better balanced... oh wait, that's ergonomics Get an XD __________________ I likes me some Bushmaster ACR...

07-31-2006, 04:34 PM	#13
Chris HMFIC Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: North Carolina Posts: 3,710 Images: 19 Blog Entries: 11	I have decided to go with an xD for CCW. I am going to go with a subcompact. I really like the feel of it over a glock. I have been saving up for it. I love how my local gun show will work with you on things like that. Almost like a layaway plan! __________________ Rules \| Contributing Members I would rather be exposed to the inconveniences attending too much liberty than to those attending too small a degree of it. --Thomas Jefferson No one has the right to deny my personal safety Are you under 18?

07-31-2006, 05:08 PM	#14
N2914J Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Little Rock, AR Posts: 391	I second the Springfield. My Dad's boss has one in 9mm as his carry, and speaks the world of it. __________________ God Bless America

07-31-2006, 06:10 PM	#15
Oxford Super Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Gladstone, Missouri Posts: 12,670 Blog Entries: 4	Good choice, Chris. We can talk more about it on Chat some evening. __________________ "If it's worth doing, it's worth doing right".

07-31-2006, 06:12 PM	#16
FutureMarine Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: PRK Posts: 1,946	give me the time and ill be there Ox __________________ Semper Fi

08-02-2006, 10:54 PM	#17
boricua2122 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Houston Posts: 11	SPringfield xd40 DO NOT GET A GLOCK unless you want it to lock on you.... Glock ...mmmm let me see...Not I have shot from the 18 -26 non fit my hand , recoil its too much for the size , if it too much recoil for a small gun or unstabled ... Now springfield is a different matter , i can put my life on it and no missfires at all . i have had over 1000 round and never .. i mean never a jam at all.... my back up is a pt 140 taurus small giant ... then in the vehicle i have the ruger sp101 357 snub with hydoshock +p

08-02-2006, 10:58 PM	#18
FutureMarine Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: PRK Posts: 1,946	are you only reffering to the subcompact and slimline or the glock in general? __________________ Semper Fi

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