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I've always been a 1911 guy, but I've been thinking about taking the plunge and getting a "plastic pistol":uhoh: for carrying. I've handled my buddy's glock (I think it was a model 19?), but I really didn't like the way it fit my hand. I've been looking at the Springfield XDm 3.8 compact and I actually like the way they look, plus the grip angle is supposed to be more like a 1911. I've heard that they're really wide though, are they too wide to carry IWB? I'm open to suggestions on any other pistol that may be better, other than glock. I know it may be an awsome gun, it just didn't point right in my hand.
 
Yes definitely check out the Walther PPQ or P99 AS.

Great grip, great reliability, great trigger, great accuracy, and great price for a German made pistol.

Only downside is not much in the way of accessories for them yet if that is a consideration.

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I carried a subcompact XD40 IWB for a while, I don't think XDs (or XDms) are too thick for IWB. Slightly thicker than a 1911, but not a big deal.

It was a great gun, but I ended up going back to steel and aluminum :)

M&Ps are good guns too, if you're looking for a non-Glock tupperware gun they definitely deserve a look.
 
Smith & Wesson SD or M&P, in 9mm. I have never disliked the way my Glock 19 fits my hand, but everyone is different. I owned a M&P compact 9mm for a time, and put a bushel of ammo through it without a single malfunction.
 
Being a 1911 guy, all these double stack poly's will feel like a 2x4s. Single stack 9 or 45 - look at any Kahr model. Light, thin, accurate, reliable - an excellent carry choice.

Triggers - another issue to get used to. For me, best carry polymers are DA/striker-fired and they can range from nice and smooth (Kahr) to downright tendon stretching (you'll find out).
 
Yes definitely check out the Walther PPQ or P99 AS.
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I was about to suggest the same thing - Walther P99AS or PPQ.

They are basically the same thing - get the P99 if you want a DA/SA trigger or get the PPQ if you want more a of a Glock-style (but infinitely smoother and crisper) trigger.

If you are looking for something that feels and points right in the hand, look no further - these have the best ergonomics of any polymer pistol out there and reliability is rock-solid.
 
If you are looking for something that feels and points right in the hand, look no further - these have the best ergonomics of any polymer pistol out there and reliability is rock-solid.
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I don't know. I've contemplated getting one but just looking at the pics the bore-axis looks very high to me. Seems like it would have a good deal of muzzle flip.

I might be wrong. Still, the surplus prices of some of these (low $300's) are very tempting.
 
I personally love my XDM. I haven't noticed an issue with the bore axis, because it is heavier than a lot of the competition, so it absorbs recoil better in that sense.
 
xWhateverTheCountIsUpTo on the XDM. I've got the full-sized .40 and I LOVE the way it feels in my hand. That's what first drew me to it...which is how it should be.

Accessories are aplenty even though it comes with all the gear already, though if you're carrying IWB, you'll need to buy one of those. I will say however, I used to carry IWB and now I have my G23 in a Blackhawk paddle right on my hip and it's very comfortable. I just wear a long t-shirt. I think it prints carrying like that, but my friends are always surprised when the conversation comes up and I tell them I'm carrying...So I guess I'm just paranoid about it.

I've been kicking around switching from the G23 as my carry gun to a SXDM SC40. All of my full-size XDM mags will fit it...which is convenient. I'd probably add the Pearce grip extension for my pinky though on the regular mag.
 
When I decided to go to a Polymer pistol, I did alot of research. I had narrowed my choice between Glock & an XD. Both are extremely reliable and Great pistols. Lucky for me, My nephew has a G19 and my Uncle a XD45acp. I purchased 250 rounds for each. My end conclusion was that the ergonomics of the Glock wasnt for me and I liked the XD's grip and trigger better. So, thats what I bought. NOW,... there is an advantage that the Glock has over the XD... Some of the internal parts on the XD are not for sale. It must go back to Springfield. Glock has parts out that you can buy. Try both if you can, and see which is the "Glove" fit. Good Luck!!!
 
I bought a Ruger SR40c just last week and have been very happy with that purchase..my first plastic toy gun... won't be my last! ;)
 
Get the Glock and get used to it.

100 gazillion Glock owners can't be wrong.
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What a horrible answer.

I tried every flavor of the "glock koolaid" but ended up with an XD9. I carry IWB, the thickness of the grip doesnt bug me. I'm not huge fan of the XDm, the original recipe suits me better.
The S&W came out after I bought my poly, so no feedback on that one. You should try it though.
 
I don't know. I've contemplated getting one but just looking at the pics the bore-axis looks very high to me. Seems like it would have a good deal of muzzle flip.
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It's not very high. I'm pretty sure the bore axis of the P99/PPQ is lower than the Glock, XD/XDm, or most of the H&K polymer pistols. Not as low as the Steyr M9, though. If it looks high, it's an optical illusion caused by a combination of it's slope-sided slide and the amount of slide that extends behind the grip.


"Get the Glock and get used to it.

100 gazillion Glock owners can't be wrong. "
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What a horrible, pithy response. Why should anyone have to "get used to a Glock" when there are a number of better options out there? Just because they are prolific doesn't mean they are the best. They are prolific because of low pricing and expertly-executed marketing. That's not to say they aren't very good guns - because they are.

There are just plenty of semi-autos out there now that are just as reliable as a Glock (some that are perhaps more reliable), and have corrected many of the Glock's shortcomings (bad ergonomics, horrible trigger feel). It doesn't help that the consumer prices of Glocks have continued to creep up to the point where they don't represent quite the value that they used to.
 
I am a die hard wood and metal guy. Also stick mostly to revolvers, levers, and turn bolts.

Within the past month I bought a new (gen3) Ruger SR9. 9mm is relatively inexpessive compared to my usual calibers of choice, and figured it would make for a good, low effort plinker.

Fits my hand great, shoots very well, good stock sights - I am quite happy with this thing. Made in USA too! ;) Give it a look.
 
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