Success with the XD Mod.2.

[Japle]

I’m shooting in a weekly pistol league, using standard IDPA targets at various ranges in limited time periods. I used two different 1911s, one in .45 and one in 9mm and did well, but my new XD Mod.2 Tactical 5” 9mm is the best.

Admittedly, I had to install a Powder River trigger kit to get the most out of the gun, but now it shoots very well. I find that I prefer the feel of the XD trigger over my 1911s. For some reason, I get a better “surprise break” with a smooth, sliding feel and it’s easier to prep the trigger as I align the sights.

My load is the Everglades 124 gr FMJ over 5.0 gr of Power Pistol – a nice, 1,000 fps load.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Cool.

Does the mod 2 come with interchangeable backstrap sizes?

 

[Japle]

No it doesn't. I have fairly small hands and it fits me well.
To tell you the truth though, I don't find the Desert Eagle .44 mag any problem, either. Not convinced that the whole "fit the gun to your individual hand" business is all that important.

 

[needmorecowbell]

My experience is similar to yours. I bought the Mod 2 subcompact because I liked the feel of it in LGS and the size and capacity, but was floored that when I took it home I actually shot better than my PPQ and in line with my CZ's. I soon sold my family of PPQ's and now own several mod 2's. No regrets at all.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Not convinced that the whole "fit the gun to your individual hand" business is all that important.

Maybe. I find it helps my accuracy as it gets me a proper trigger reach. I wear XL gloves and have thin hands. So small grips lead to a poor grip and allow the gun to move around. I also end up with too much finger on the trigger with a small grip.

Not saying the Mod 2 is too small. Haven't messed with one to know. Just curious.

 

[Joezilla]

I have two, one in 9mm and one in 45acp. I absolutely love both of them!

Good choice in your gun.
Joe