Beginner training with multiple platforms...bad?

[Nis14]

So I got my first firearm a few months back. I got an XD9 Service. Grip feels good and the gun is tall enough where I can get a comfortable purchase. I’ve been going to the range consistently and I’m getting more comfortable but have a long ways to go.

My birthday is coming up and I was entertaining the idea of getting a Glock 19. The XD is nice but if I ever get my CCW (I like camping) it’ll be big, heavy, and uncomfortable to carry. The 19 seems like a good candidate.

I don’t plan on getting a CCW for a couple of years. My second kid is coming in a few months so I’ll be on newborn lockdown for a few years.

My question is would it be detrimental for my training to have two platforms. Or should I get better with the XD and then add get a G19’s later. Just spend the funds on ammo and training instead.

I’d love to hear your thoughts. Also please don’t tell me to sell the XD and get a G17. I’ve already grown attached to it. Haha

[Packy14]

Different grip angles and feel. Personally I hate XD and would sell the xd and get two Glocks

[woolymanx]

I have owned two XD45s, an XD40, XD9 and XDs. I bought a 19 and sold them all. The XD is actually the same hunk of metal sold in the 90s.. its top heavy, the trigger is just ok, and the sights are just ok too. The glock has so many quality parts that the sky is the limit. Or just buy it with night sights and shoot a few hundred rounds through it to smooth the trigger out.

There's nothing wrong with the XD. I just prefer the simplicity of the glock, the available parts and price of mods, and the reliability is exceptional.

Go rent the glock, you will be surprised. I also had several 1911s, a sig p220, cz75 sp01, and hk45 at one time or another. I saw little value in any of them with several drawbacks. The glock is reliable, cheap, can be modded or left bone stock, you can make it cool or throw it around the ranch and into the glove compartment without ever worrying about it.

The only real question is gen 3 or gen 4. Gen 3 if you're gonna carry it. But the gen 4 is a sweet range gun with the dual recoil spring.

[B2D]

I had roughly the same question (4" XD vs. G19) for a range gun that could also double as home defense.

I went to a range that had both and shot them both side by side.

I shot the XD consistently a little better than the G19. Mind you, it wasn't a big difference - both guns were stock and there wasn't a huge difference in the groups. I couldn't draw from a holster but this range did allow for 2/3x taps and they allowed me to raise the gun/present to target quickly for acquisition practice.

I went with the XD. But I didn't dislike the g19 and could probably shoot it just as well with practice.

But it was my 1st polymer gun after 10 years of shooting steel semi autos and revolvers. I'm happy wit it. I'm planning on putting some better sights in but that's it.

TLDR: Try both side by side and buy what you like.

[Verdha603]

To be frank the platforms are similar enough that I doubt you'll develop major bad habits from using both. So just my .02 get the Glock and once things settle down with the kid spend money for classes and more ammo.

Personally I could definitely see benefits in using the XD as a nightstand gun while the G19 becomes your dedicated carry gun/gun to give your SO if need be.

[phroggunner]

Short term: The consistency of using only one platform will probably help you to shoot that gun better.

Long term: The fundamentals are the same no matter what you are shooting. Being able to apply those fundamentals to different guns will make you a better shooter.

Since we are discussing one of them being a carry gun, I would at least make sure the manual of arms is the same. Since both are striker fired with no manual safety there should be no issue.

[DNA]

Short term: The consistency of using only one platform will probably help you to shoot that gun better.

Long term: The fundamentals are the same no matter what you are shooting. Being able to apply those fundamentals to different guns will make you a better shooter.

Since we are discussing one of them being a carry gun, I would at least make sure the manual of arms is the same. Since both are striker fired with no manual safety there should be no issue.

Boom! /End thread. This here is the answer.

Dan

[bergmen]

Boom! /End thread. This here is the answer.

Dan

Yes, good advice. Years ago I decided to go with the same action on all of my carry autos (striker fired). Prior to that I had a DA auto (S&W 457 in .45 ACP) and a G19. I wanted the trigger to act the same from first shot to last. Sold the 457 to my son and got a G36. Last year I added the S&W M&P Shield to the arsenal and this is now my favorite EDC.

Dan

[003]

Interesting that no one mentioned the option of getting a quality .22 pistol (ie S&W model 41) to complement your training. While a .22 caliber will not replace a center fire pistol for serious training, it most certainty will be of significant benefit.

Unless your last name is Gates or Rockefeller, I suspect finances impact your training to a degree. Enter a quality .22 pistol. The ammunition is significantly less, as well as the recoil, muzzle blast, etc. Shooting a .22 allows you to concentrate on the fundamentals, sight alignment , trigger squeeze, breathing, etc.

The more range time you get, the better. I try to get to the range on a weekly basis. My routine is generally 100/200 rounds of .22 through my S&W 41, and then 100 rounds or so center fire. .38 sp, 9 MM, .45, etc.

[Spyder]

Fundamentals are the same for both. Buy em and shoot em both if you can afford it, but if money is an issue stick with one and master it.

[aca72]

GLOCK them all and you're set for life!

Happy Birthday!


Don't forget the ammo and practice, practice, p r a c t i c e...

[heidad01]

Best way is to think of guns like cars. If you can drive a Nissan passenger car, you could do the same with a Ford or Toyota. Same thing, different seat and steering wheel, but same operations.
Once you learn shooting handguns, it should not make a difference.

[CheapBloke]

For guns: better to be a Jack of all Trades than a Master of One.

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[Mr. Meeseeks]

Since they're both 9mm, the one you currently like more will get more range time anyway, so don't sweat it.

[FeuerFrei]

So I got my first firearm a few months back. I got an XD9 Service. Grip feels good and the gun is tall enough where I can get a comfortable purchase. I’ve been going to the range consistently and I’m getting more comfortable but have a long ways to go.

My birthday is coming up and I was entertaining the idea of getting a Glock 19. The XD is nice but if I ever get my CCW (I like camping) it’ll be big, heavy, and uncomfortable to carry. The 19 seems like a good candidate.

I don’t plan on getting a CCW for a couple of years. My second kid is coming in a few months so I’ll be on newborn lockdown for a few years.

My question is would it be detrimental for my training to have two platforms. Or should I get better with the XD and then add get a G19’s later. Just spend the funds on ammo and training instead.

I’d love to hear your thoughts. Also please don’t tell me to sell the XD and get a G17. I’ve already grown attached to it. Haha

Ammo & training for your XD. When you train with it you'll get better.
XD has a forever warranty and good all around performance. (I'm a Glock/XD owner)

Congratulations on your second child that's on the way.