Springfield XD series doubt??

[theneko]

I really wanted that XDM but when I got it I wasn't that thrilled. Nothing wrong with it but I like my M&P and P30 better.

...I Have to agree with Shenaniguns--

>> Do I own a Glock? Yes What's my favorite handgun that I own right now? My M&P 9mm

[xd45GAP]

i shot alot of rounds through my xd and i never had any issues

[Noah3683]

Never any issues with any of mine

[GridSkillz]

I own an XD9 tactical, and I have had no problems (no FTF/FTE) with it. Shot more than 2000 rounds through it and ate everything I fed it, including 147gr Golden Sabers.

[Gryff]

For average users they seem to work fine and an average user probably will not see more than a few thousand rounds per year at most. However, when it comes to trials, they see far more than that and that seems to be the limit XD pistols reach. What I've heard from some inductry pros is that under more tough standards, XDs tend to fall short compared to others.

Link?

I've not heard complaints about the XD's reliability within the firearms industry. There are trainers who don't like them, but there are trainers that do.

If you want a first-hand account, I have three XDs. Two XD9's that I use in competition, and an XD45 that I use for both home defense and an occasional competition. Between the three, I have more than 20,000 rounds through them. I have a total of six failures (split evenly between FTEs and FTFs). That's a .03% failure rate.

I have no problem trusting my life to the platform. It isn't the "perfect gun" (I've yet to find one that is), but it's an excellent choice if you enjoy shooting them.

[jaydog]

I agree with the poster. My FIL will strongly disagree, but I feel that the glock is more proven, works bette for (ME), and the price is right. My group sizing with the Glock 34 was as good as any XD or HK for that matter. And, I second his recommendation re: aftermarket accessories.

I had the service size in 9, 40 & 45. I sold the 9 and 40, not because I had any issues, but because I like Glock more than XD's. There was a bit of a learning curve at Springfield with the initial XD and the "rusting" issue. They have since changed the slide coating and I have not heard about any issues with the new versions. For me they were very reliable and accurate. I even liked the smaller grip size in comparison to the Glock. What I did not like was the requirement to buy parts from SA directly and very few options of aftermarket products. If funds were not an issue, I certainly would have kept my 9 & 40.

[Gryff]

There is nothing better than a Glock 23 for all around personal protection.

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=536849

As an absolute statement, that is pretty ignorant. Glocks are great, but they have their share of issues. The best defense gun is the one that is reliable and works the best for the shooter. For me, that definitely isn't the Glock.

It should be noted that other well-known instructors like Clint Smith of Thunder Ranch like the XD just fine. In Clint's case, it's his favorite handgun, although he uses Glocks as well.

It's not Clint's favorite handgun. That is actually a toss-up between the 1911 and S&W revolvers. But the XD45 is Clint's favorite plastic gun.

[zoglog]

My cat loves the XD9, and I trust him with my life

[wsmc27]

My cat loves the XD9, and I trust him with my life

^^^ I will leave my XD with the cat when I'm not home.

[Dubious_Beans]

Yep, my cat loves the XD9 too.

[CALATRAVA]

Yep, my cat loves the XD9 too.

Just had to say it...this cracked me up. thanks!

[fullrearview]

Love my XDM 9mm 3.8.....Zero issues thus far!

[Sinister_1]

I may be a bit biased as the only gun I own is an XD, but I have not had a single issue with it, well, other that it being a .45 and ammo is pricey

[badmonkey]

The French and Swiss are not known for their guns. :>

uh, sig sauer is a Swiss company with German distribution. and of course the swiss would make great guns they make great watches.

i like my XD9sc. a little big for what is a SC gun, but it's a good shooter.

[Sinister_1]

They can bad mouth and spread all the fud they want if it will drive the prices down, so I can buy more XD's.

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