[Heath]

Is a springfield XD Sub-Compact in a 40 good for a Concealed Carry.

[indoorsoccerfrea]

anything can work well for concealed carry...maybe not artillery but yeah. it depends on body type, clothing, holster possiblities, etc.
but yes that is a nicely compacted pistol so it would definitely work

[biggiesmalls]

i found it hard to conceal my XD9sc so i went for a kahr P40. but my xd shot incredibly better.

[Norinco982lover]

yes, it is great for concealed carry using a Crossbreed Supertuck (http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/beltslide.html) a cheaper option is the don hume IWB. I love my XD9SC.

~Norinco

[FunkyD]

I have a friend who carries an xD-40SC and likes it. He has an IWB for it.

xDs are too bulky for pocket carry, IMO.

[sevin8nin]

I like the XD series, but recognize that they are thick and bulky. I don't like 40s in general, and really don't like them when they're coming out of a sub compact. If it had to be a subcompact XD, i'd make it a 9, for controllability and capacity.

I carry IWB since that's the easiest way for me to conceal. But, for a polymer framed sub compact (like the XD) i'd go for the smith and wesson M&P9c. With the magazine in it it's easy to get a full grip, and they have a very low bore axis, making felt recoil go way down.

[possum]

it sure is, i had one that i carried for a long time. over 1200rds and no complaints.

[burk]

I'm not a big fan of any double stack mag gun for concealed carry. Especially in summer, it is hard to keep them from printing comfortably.

[possum]

get the right holster and you can carry about anything. ie look into raven concealment holsters.

[NG VI]

Of course it's a good concealment gun, that's what it was designed for. I like my Glock 27 better, same idea really, but the XDsc is a great gun.


Oh yeah- www.fist-inc.com, check out the #1AK or similiar unltra-thin Kydex holsters, I use one for my 27 and it is so thin it's almost like incredibly advanced mexican carry. The K3 J-hook looks like it might be a slightly better clip system. Try one out, you will love it, and mine is what allowed me to carry a Glock all summer in shorts and a slim t-shirt and not print the sligthest amount.

[OregonJohnny]

Back when I was trying to pick out my first CCW I was thinking only about the gun. I now realize there are so many other factors involved such as:

• Your build (height, weight, body proportions)
• Your average daily attire (dress pants and tucked-in dress shirts, or baggy cargo shorts and t-shirts)
• Your daily routine (your job, are you in or near schools, do you go to the post office, are you in and out of car throughout the day)
• Places you may find yourself on a regular or semi-regular basis (mostly at home in a gated community in an affluent suburb, or riding public transportation through the worst parts of a big city)

Once you answer these questions you can begin to think about the firearm, caliber, holster setup, extra mags/speedloaders, etc.

Having said all that, I bought an XD-40 subcompact as my first CCW and I quickly switched to a S&W 642 Airweight 5-shot revolver. It fits me much better than the XD when I consider the above criteria. The XD is a very fine firearm and I shoot it very well, but it is blocky and heavy and it takes the right kind of setup to make it work for concealed carry.

[twoclones]

I used to carry the XD-40 at work but decided it was too big for me to conceal unless I was wearing a coat.

[Davionmaximus]

Depends on HOW you conceal your weapons.. I carry an XD45c w/ no concealment or comfort issues. :D I use a band instead of a conventional holster.

[ar10]

I've been carrying an XD9 service, Sub, XD40 service, Sub and XD45 GAP tactical IWB since 04 and using the same holster. Of course they're CC guns.

[Yo Mama]

I've finally found another Heath!

[Harley Man]

Make mind a Colt 45 ACP Defender...small compact, and carry one heck of a punch!!!