Springfield XD vs Glock

[Velocity229]

I wonder if the XD lives up to Glock's standards. Share your experiences.

What about quality, accuracy, reliability of the XD?

Is the guide rod and mags made of polymer on the XD?

How does the XD trigger compare to glock?

 

[dmftoy1]

Here's some food for thought:

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=154344&highlight=GLOCK

 

[KevinB]

For me the XD was an obvious choice. They have more features than glock, fits my hand ALOT better, and just seems more solid. The guide rod is not polymer. Magazines are steel, and the subcompact comes with a 15 round factory mag. The triggers just don't compare. When I dryfire a glock I feel like I broke something in it. I have had zero problems with my finish, and I do carry the gun. My XD does everything a glock does, and in this area go about 200 to 300 dollars less. I have put about 2000 rounds through my XD9 without a single problem. I use it to train beginnners on semi-autos and its expirenced no problems with all the newbys firing it. I'm not opposed to glocks. I think they are some very reliable firearms. If they were still affordable I'd probably own one. For me though I just can't justify spending 600 to 700 dollars and up for a new one. If I'm spending that much I'd rather have a Sig or 1911.

-Kevin

 

[1911austin]

My XD does everything a glock does, and in this area go about 200 to 300 dollars less.

You are either getting a sweet deal on your XDs or ripped on your Glocks. Around here the difference is $75 - $100.

 

[Rockstar]

Kevin: If you're spending $600-$700 for new Glocks, then you need to get out more. New Glocks in Texas are typically in the low $400's for the small-framed pistols, and in the mid-$400's for large-framed pistols. I've never heard of new Glocks' going for much over $550, even in Damnyankeeland. When the XDs were HS2000s, they were $250-$275, a fair price. They didn't magically become a $100-$150 better pistol when Springfield started importing them.

 

[mcg-doc]

I tried both. For me XD felt and shot much better. Glock has been around much longer. There are more after market parts for Glock and even its own shooting association.

 

[pauli]

When the XDs were HS2000s, they were $250-$275, a fair price. They didn't magically become a $100-$150 better pistol when Springfield started importing them.

man, i wish *i* lived in a world where products never rose to fair market value, importers didn't have to be profitable to stay in business, and parts and service support was free!

 

[dolanp]

For many people the real deciding factor is the grip. Glocks have a different grip angle than XDs, as XDs have one like the 1911. Holding them both will probably tell you what you need to know, because as far as reliablility and accuracy they are both good pistols. Also if you are safety-conscious the XD does have more to offer in that area.

 

[Marshall]

I looked at the Glock the Sig Pro and the XD, I bought the XD for the reasons mentioned already. Price was not an issue. I love the gun and have zero problems, including finish problems.

 

[KevinB]

Oh no, I'M not spending $600-$700 for new glocks. But some people are. Thats just what I was talking about when I posted. Its not worth it to me. And I don't think I need to get out more. I can barely afford gas as it is. I don't doubt you can find a better deal on a glock somewhere in the U.S. but here in Memphis thats what they go for new. And trust me, I shop around.

-Kevin

 

[Rockstar]

I don't think there's anything wrong with your decision to buy an XD. It's your money. Some people prefer XD's, others prefer Glocks. Can't imagine anybody with "walking about sense" paying $600 for a Glock.

Also can't imagine that Springfield occurred more expenses in importing the Croation Sensation than whoever imported it prior to Springfield.

 

[TheEgg]

They have more features than glock

Which is exactly why I prefer the Glocks!

 

[shooter.45]

I have tried the XD and now have 2 Glocks did not care for the XD. The glocks are more accurate for me anyway..

 

[albanian]

The XD is a good gun. Mine has been outstanding in the accuracy dept. I got the SS XD-9 service model for $395 new. I had to pay shipping and FFL fees but it still only ran me $435 OTD which is at LEAST $100-150 less than a new Glock 19 would cost me in my area.

The other thing is, the Glock feels like a brick in my hand and for some reason, Glock won't re-design their frame to fit more shooters. If they have no interest in making guns that could fit me, I have no interest in buying them.

If the Glock had a smaller grip frame and used steel mags, it would be almost as good as the XD. Use steel mags and you can slim down the grip a bit. I think the XD has better frame rails and the slide stop is bigger and better as well.

I am not Mr. XD fan, I am just telling it like it is. I got an XD a few weeks ago and it has impressed me. I have sold every Glock I have ever owned because despite being a pretty good preformer, they have the worst feel of almost any gun I have felt. I think the XD has out Glocked the Glock. It has some improvments on the original Glock design. People now have options if they want a Glock type plastic pistol. They don't have to settle for a Glock now that there are guns that work just as well but are more ergo.

 

[CougarRed]

+1 albanian.

I looked at both Glock and XD 9mms, and chose the XD 4". Just felt better. Been nothing but pleased - highly accurate, 100% reliable, and pretty damn good stock trigger.

 

[jkswiss]

And the cycle begins anew.. I swear, the XD vs. Glock thing is about as played out as which caliber is the best threads. As soon as one thread on this topic dies, another one pops up to take its place.

 

[USPCompact45]

I have the xd-40sc and a glock 22. As far as reliability from a brand new gun, Glock> Xd. The glock 22 fed everything while the xd jammed more than often, about 10%. However, after the magazines of the xd was broken in, it didn't jam after that. It was a magazine issue that generally happens to the xd-40. It's not a big deal, just let the magazines sit with ammo in it for a while.

As far as the 9mm goes, they are essentially equal in reliability. I really like the way the xd feels in the hands compared to the glock. In my opinion, the subcompact glocks feel better than the full size glocks due to the reduced grip angle.

As for the 40mm, reliability should be equal after break in. The xd-40 has a better supported chamber, if not the best in polymer pistols. This helps prevents the chances of kaboom in out of specification ammo rounds. The chamber is also tighter which may explain why the glock is more reliable in feeding all types of ammo. Nothing to worry about if you choose the right ammo and proper break in.

The xd in 40 s&w shoots much better than the glock from the factory due to the tighter chamber. If you look at the 9mm, I think they equal.

You should shoot both at the range. I'm planning to get a glock subcompact in 40 s&w or 45 g.a.p. because it's more concealable than the xdsc due it its shorter grip.

The finish on the glock is much better than the xd. You can get the xd refinished with duracoat or guncoat with the price of the xd cheaper than a glock.

 

[HKGuns]

Here's an all too common response for you to enjoy.

I've never shot an XD or a Glock, but I hear they really suck bad. The one's I've handled in the store are too big and ugly. I, however, just LOVE HK USP's and think you should buy one.

Glock's are unsafe, the finish wears too quickly and have an unsupported chamber. XD's are made in Croatia which can't be a good thing.

Buy a USP, you won't regret it!




(This of course is all tounge in cheek, but a great example of how people jump into threads and insert their love for Pistols they own. I have shot both pistols and like them both. Let your personal preference and fit prevail)

 

[albanian]

"The xd-40 has a better supported chamber, if not the best in polymer pistols. This helps prevents the chances of kaboom in out of specification ammo rounds. The chamber is also tighter which may explain why the glock is more reliable in feeding all types of ammo."

About the chamber being tighter, is that fact? If so, do you have any evidence of such? I am not being a jerk, I am just wondering how you know this and how I can know this as well. I wonder if that is part of the reason why many XDs seem to have better than average accuracy. Kahr chambers tend to be tight and they also tend to be more accurate that you would expect out of such a small gun. I wonder if this is a big factor in both of these pistol accuracy?

I find that Kahrs feed much better after a feedramp and chamber polish. I wonder if the XD would benefit from the same?

 

[idakfan]

I'd have to say another difference that is notable is the steel sights on the XD versus the Glock plastic sights.

I don't own either, but I have a P99 and I hate the plastic sights. Also I've tried two Walther P99s out of box and both were ABOSOLUTELY HORRIBLY INACCURATE out of the box.

How are the XDs out of box accuracy?

Will the XD fire when dropped or thrown on the ground? Or are they like the Glock as safety goes?

With the XD being offered with a Stainless upper, I'm becomming more interested.

 

[pauli]

Will the XD fire when dropped or thrown on the ground? Or are they like the Glock as safety goes?

better.

a glock, if dropped in such a way that something catches the trigger, might fire.

an xd, if dropped in such a way that something catches the trigger, will not fire unless something also simultaneously depresses the grip safety.

 

[shooter.45]

Who needs more safties. If you are aware of what you are doing the Glock is fine I have 2 and have had them for years and never a problem. So dont really worry about dropping them and besides if I did doubt anything would catch the trigger. The XD polymer seems cheap to me the Glock frame seems more durable. Just my opinion.

 

[jkswiss]

No offense to the above poster, but what are you smoking?? No one who has ever compared the two side by side could ever say that. I'm not saying that Glock is the better gun but as far as polymer goes, the XD has it beat by a long shot. I compared my XD40 service w. my friends Glock 23 side by side. One thing you will notice is that you can squeeze the glocks grip and it will give(cave in) slightly. This does not take too much effort. I challenge you to do that on the XD's grip. The polymer on the XD is the tougher of the two.

 

[Northslope Nimrod]

Trigger: XD's generally have better triggers in my opinion...but I have fired many glocks that have very different triggers...some good...some bad.

Feel & look: I prefer the feel and look of the XD

Reliability: Both are excellent.

Carrying: Glock wins in this category. XD's are a little chunkier & I like to carry IWB. If you carry OWB then it doesn't really matter.

 

[JMag]

Get the excellent SigPro and don't worry about the original question. It is an excellent and underrated semi that's built like a tank.