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Hi guys, I'm getting an XD soon and can't decide what I want. A .40 or 45. Any input to help me sway in either direction would be great. Thanks!
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What will you be using the gun for?Originally posted by tankermanOriginally posted by Douglas711 -
9mm.
I got on the 40 bandwagon and the only difference I notice between 9mm 40 and 45 is that the 40 leaves a bigger hole in the wallet when it comes to ammo purchase over the 9mm. Or get the 40 and a conversion barrel to 9mm.
If it's a duty weapon then you might want to consider either the larger caliber but you mainly want to ask yourself, "what are you going to use the pistol for". I shoot paper and steel and it really doesn't matter for me and for HD i have the shotty.Comment
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Personally with 10 rounds being standard on both models, I would go for the .45, grew up shooting this round so I have always been a fan of it.
I also find the .45 a little less snappy than the .40, not that either is a mule, that just may make a difference for you.I think it can be confirmed that an alien xenomorph is absolutely no match for good ole' Alabama black snake!
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If you're in a survival movie and the hot blond twists her ankle and can't walk, you damn well figure a way to carry her. If it's a dude, you shake his hand and say "best of luck".Comment
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Thanks for the input. It will be used for just a general weapon. Range shooting, HD if need be. (yes I already have shotguns for HD) But I just want a good general purpose round. Funny thing is I'll probably be getting a 9mm, .40, and 45 within the next couple years anyway. BTW I've also been eye balling the S&W M&P, anyone have any feed back on these?Comment
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I would opt for the .45acp. as it's less expensive and plentiful ammo than .40 s&w.
Though both the .45 and 9mm are plentyful and available as surplus NATO / Milsurp, the .45acp gets my recommentation for stopping power.
My son has an XD Compact .45. I like the grip safety addition over a glock trigger tang only. But again, my personal preference is a gun with a hammer, not a striker.***Honesty is the Foundation of One's Character***
*** In comparing the virtues of various calibers, using hollow point ammo: it is absolutely undeniable that, while a 9 mm or .40 S&W may or may not expand, a .45 will never shrink. ***
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+1 on 9mm
+1,000,000 on the M&P
I bought one a few months back, love it. Everyone I have let shoot it loves it. Too bad the rebate isn't going on anymore, because that was a sweet deal.
They really are sweet guns, and if it weren't for the sigma slip up, they would be getting more publicity. Plus, M&P is made in USA
Rent one and see for yourself. If you can't find one, I'll let you shoot mine if you are near San Bernardino
I cleaned & lubed after I took it home, and haven't since. Over 800 rounds through it (WWB, American Eagle, reloads, and some really old, dirty UMC) and not a single malfunction. MP-Pistol.com is a board dedicated to this gun.Comment
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If you get into reloading, shooting 45ACP isn't bad at all. You can reload for 45 Auto for 12-15 cents per shot; or $120-150 for per 1000 rounds.WTB: Winchester /Miroki 1895 .30-06; No1. Mk. III SMLE .303 British; M96 Swedish Mauser 6.5x55mm; M39 Finnish Mosin 7.62x54r; S&W 625 .45 ACP; Glock 17.I purge the wicked. The impious madness must end. I shall be the instrument of Armageddon. It has gotten out of hand...Comment
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