CountGlockula
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Pictures are worth a thousand words...my .40S&W Glocks...
Glock vs. XD-40
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stevereno1
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Glocks have a lot in common with xd's, since the xd is as close that Springfield can get to copying glocks design without being sued. I shoot glocks-a LOT, and I have never had a failure to feed, let alone a kb. I have, however read a lot of recycled stories about how terrible Glocks are on here and elsewhere. I attribute this to Web ninjas and xd/1911/m&p fanboys.
Northalius
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Until XD's have been around for at least 20 years, used by thousands of LEO agencies around the country and world, and tens of millions of people around the world; come out with a 10mm version (Glock 20 and 29); come out with a fully automatic version (like Glock 18); can have 33 round magazines for their 9mm models, etc. etc. The XD will never have my vote.
You can show us all these stories, Defensory, but it means squat... because we can show you many more that've shown the Glock to be extremely reliable with reloads, among other things.
Stop being a fanboy troll, and just speak of facts through truth, not BS through your emotions blinding you so much. You're just insecure about your XD, so you've got to react in such a way to put down 'the competition'. lol Pathetic.
If Glock was so crappy, how come there're so many almost copying their design now? Huh? Yeah, can't answer that one, huh?
You can show us all these stories, Defensory, but it means squat... because we can show you many more that've shown the Glock to be extremely reliable with reloads, among other things.
Stop being a fanboy troll, and just speak of facts through truth, not BS through your emotions blinding you so much. You're just insecure about your XD, so you've got to react in such a way to put down 'the competition'. lol Pathetic.
If Glock was so crappy, how come there're so many almost copying their design now? Huh? Yeah, can't answer that one, huh?
possum
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i prefer the xd's to the glocks, and i have stated why many times on this board and i won't go into that again. glocks are fine firearms, reliable accurate, etc etc. but with that said, some companies do better with some calibers in certain models than other companies. ie xd's are great in .40 the 4" model, the 3" model it dosen't matter i know i own both. as far as glocks go they do there best work with 9mm, i will not own a glock in any other caliber than 9mm.
.40 is a very special cartridge. they work well in some designs better than others, sa xd's, h&k, and sig do a great job with the .40 rd, glock does not in my opinion.
.40 is a very special cartridge. they work well in some designs better than others, sa xd's, h&k, and sig do a great job with the .40 rd, glock does not in my opinion.
evan price
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Not even worth debating- it's down to personal preference at this point. Both are good guns. Buy what you shoot best.
Why do we bother to go through three pages of this every few months???
Why do we bother to go through three pages of this every few months???
easyg
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I think that the XD and the Glock are both just fine.
Personally, I prefer the Glock for a couple of reasons:
It's been around longer and Glock has had more time to iron out any problems.
I really don't care for the grip-safety.
I used to like the idea until me and my wife went and rented a few XD's....she had some trouble deactivating the grip-safety while shooting accurately with one hand.
The XD's also just felt a little cheaper made....totally subjective I know.
Personally, I prefer the Glock for a couple of reasons:
It's been around longer and Glock has had more time to iron out any problems.
I really don't care for the grip-safety.
I used to like the idea until me and my wife went and rented a few XD's....she had some trouble deactivating the grip-safety while shooting accurately with one hand.
The XD's also just felt a little cheaper made....totally subjective I know.
clemsonu0219
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anyone who uses Wikipedia as a reference has no input...
1KPerDay
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Defensory gets a royalty check whenever someone buys an XD.
easyg
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Can Glocks have problems?
Of course...."Glock Perfection" is just a company slogan.
Any gun maker can experience the occasional bad run....that's why there's such thing as a "manufacturer's warranty".....and I'm not aware of a single gun maker that doesn't offer one.
And this is also why you have to test out your new pistol and put about 1000 rounds through it to verify that it's functioning properly, regardless of the manufacturer.
I've shot around 800 rounds through my Glock G22 and have experienced zero problems thus far.
That's a better record than my CZ 75B has....it had a few failure-to-eject occurances within the first 500 rounds.
Considering how many Glocks are being used by civilians, military, and law enforcement around the world, and how many that have been used over the last twenty years, I don't think that a few 1000 defects is that damning.
Of course...."Glock Perfection" is just a company slogan.
Any gun maker can experience the occasional bad run....that's why there's such thing as a "manufacturer's warranty".....and I'm not aware of a single gun maker that doesn't offer one.
And this is also why you have to test out your new pistol and put about 1000 rounds through it to verify that it's functioning properly, regardless of the manufacturer.
I've shot around 800 rounds through my Glock G22 and have experienced zero problems thus far.
That's a better record than my CZ 75B has....it had a few failure-to-eject occurances within the first 500 rounds.
Considering how many Glocks are being used by civilians, military, and law enforcement around the world, and how many that have been used over the last twenty years, I don't think that a few 1000 defects is that damning.
alaskanativeson
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I own a Glock. My Principal owns an XD. If I have to use his I feel perfectly comfortable doing so. He'd trust his life to my Glock (since he's also the FFL I bought it from I think he'd know.) It's about as useful arguing over whether to drive a Chevy Silverado, Ford Super Duty, or a Dodge Ram. Really, it's not even that complicated. Both guns are great performers, reliable, and well made. Go to a gun store, handle each, determine which is more comfortable for you, and don't listen to anyone who sounds like they are shilling for either gun.
May I ask a question? Why do some of the posters here feel the need to behave like children? If someone posts something wrong, correct it. Do it politely. If they are acting like a jerk, try to politely persuade them to be mature. If someone posts an opinion that is different than yours, allow them to have their own opinion, share yours in a responsible manner, and leave it at that. If you act like a flamer you shouldn't be surprised when you get flamed, and none of the rest of us should have to be bothered with it. I'm sure there are plenty of other boards out there which are designed for people who act like 13 year olds.
Am I wrong in thinking this?
May I ask a question? Why do some of the posters here feel the need to behave like children? If someone posts something wrong, correct it. Do it politely. If they are acting like a jerk, try to politely persuade them to be mature. If someone posts an opinion that is different than yours, allow them to have their own opinion, share yours in a responsible manner, and leave it at that. If you act like a flamer you shouldn't be surprised when you get flamed, and none of the rest of us should have to be bothered with it. I'm sure there are plenty of other boards out there which are designed for people who act like 13 year olds.
Am I wrong in thinking this?
1KPerDay
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Except that Dodges really do suck.
*runs for the hills*
I have owned a XD45 for a couple of years,it is an excellent handgun that has never given me a problem,the only thing i can add is just as many have already said,whatever works for you personaly i dont like the grip on the glocks but my friends have them,they shoot well just not for me.
AKElroy
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Buy both. I carry a G27 in a nemisis pocket everyday, but my XDm .40 is my new favorite shooter. It just doesn't fit in my pocket.
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Glocks suck poo
Big Daddy Grim
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XD 40 is good Glock is better unless you shoot reloads.
buy what feels best.
Having owned both I have slowly gotten rid of the XDs - they are as reliable as the Glocks (both 100%) but the quality on the XD is not nearly as good....the finish lacks on the XD.
But really, whatever feels better - go for it. These are not fancy guns, simply reliable mass produced polymer pistols.
I also agree w the above, go with 9mm or 45.
Having owned both I have slowly gotten rid of the XDs - they are as reliable as the Glocks (both 100%) but the quality on the XD is not nearly as good....the finish lacks on the XD.
But really, whatever feels better - go for it. These are not fancy guns, simply reliable mass produced polymer pistols.
I also agree w the above, go with 9mm or 45.
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