spring. xd 45

[distra]

You won't be disappointed. It's boring to shoot though. Hits where you aim, no FTF, no FTE, etc. Down right boring

 

[bigcim]

boring huh

 

[boomstik45]

I want one of these in the 4" model. I like the 4" .40 model as it is. Amazing thing though: the .45 acp version has 13 rd. mags while the .40 version has only 12. Maybe they can start designing 14 rounders or something. Yeah, right....

 

[bigcim]

what did you mean by boring

 

[dmftoy1]

He means it goes bang everytime you pull the trigger . .. .throws all it's brass into a small pile in exactly the same place and shoots really nice tight groups (assuming the shooter does his part)

Have a good one,
Dave

 

[distra]

Yep, that's what I mean by "boring". Goes bang when you pull the trigger, eats all the ammo I've thrown at it. Wolf, +P loads, LRN, JHP, you name it, it chews it up and spits the brass into a nice pile. I've not needed the "tap-rack-bang" with this pistol. Almost 1k rds now, not one issue. My only "complaint" was/is the trigger take-up is a bit long. I don't notice it during tactical matches, though so I'm hesitant to have the trigger job done. The XD45 is definately a lot of bang for the buck. I liked the XD platform enough to pick up the XD9 in OD green. You will not be disappointed.

 

[SecuritySixShooter]

I have a XD9 subcompact that is my workhorse carry gun and i have NO complaints whatsoever. Unfortunately (well maybe not) when it came to buying my first .45 i tried both the XD45 and a 1911 and i walked away with 1911. Nothing wrong with the XD its just the 1911 felt better in my hand.

EDITED: for spelling

 

[distra]

Hey Six, everyone needs more than one .45

 

[SecuritySixShooter]

I agree with that statement.

 

[bigcim]

hey guys what would be some of the benifits with the xd9 and xd40 just price of ammo and recoil

 

[distra]

Yes for XD9, .40 vs .45 cost difference is not that great if at all. Midway has Magtech .45ACP 230gr FMJ for $9.49/50 and .40 S&W 180gr $10.99/50. Not a comprehensive comparison, but you get point. As for performance of the round...well let's not go there I think the 40 has a "snappier" or sharper recoil than the .45. XD9 and XD40 are fine pistols, although the finish might not be as tough as the XD45.

 

[bigcim]

do the 9 and the 40 perform better then a 45 cal

 

[Ala Dan]

"do the 9 and 40 perform better than a 45 cal?"

Not necessarily, as it depends on many factors including the load
used in each caliber, range (distance from target), weapon used,
and individual's characteristics ( stance, sight picture, breath
control, proper grip, and trigger control). Actually, I find the XD
.45 ACP to be quite accurate; equal too that of any "combat
firearm"~!

 

[distra]

bigcim, here's the 9mm vs XXX thread. This discussion could go on for a very long time. You will get all kinds of opinions on this issue. My bottom line is I think most people don't want to be shot no matter what caliber. 9mm, 40, .45, 38, even 22lr are lethal. I guess a lot depends on your use of the round. For target shooting, the cheaper the ammo the more you can shoot for your dollar. For defense, well that's a lot of personal preference and what you can shoot best. It's much better to hit CoM with 2 well placed 9mm than to miss with several 40 or .45's if you have trouble shooting these calibers.

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=207527&highlight=9mm+45