XD/XDS/XDM? Which gun is better/more preferred?

Question

Purpose is for gun range and possible conceal carry in the future. Reliability/accuracy? Mags capacity differences? Experiences with any of these pistols please comment. Thank you in advance.

Answer 1

Magazine capacity is going to be listed on Springfield's website, so we shouldn't have to answer that part. A little bit of work on your part would get you that answer. Heck, it's even listed on third party sellers' websites, usually.



As for which one is best for you... No idea. Because handgun choice is an incredibly personal thing.



But you say that you want a target gun, essentially. That rules out the XDS FOR NOW. Not forever, but for now.



Because the XDS is made, almost entirely, as a concealed carry gun. Sure, it's a good shooter, but it isn't the gun I'd take to the range for formal or informal target shooting if I had a comparable full-sized gun.



The XD(M) has a match-grade barrel, so it might be a bit better for target shooting. It'll cost you a little extra, though. Maybe $100 more... But that may be well worth it for you.



You say that SOMEDAY you might carry concealed. Well, I say that SOMEDAY you should buy a gun specifically for concealed carry. I have two handguns. One is a full-sized pistol that I've had for years, the other is my concealed carry gun. Nowadays when I shoot, I do tend to shoot just my concealed carry gun, but that's because my full-sized gun is a lower-quality gun that really doesn't offer anything other than capacity over my carry gun.



But you're talking about comparing, essentially, apples to apples. All of the XD handguns are good. They'll be as reliable and accurate as anything on the market, provided you maintain and practice with them.



I would strongly recommend that you look at other comparable guns, such as the S&W M&P series, the various Glocks, and pretty much anything else an indoor shooting range has available. Although I disagree with "Carl" that how a gun feels in your hand is the first priority, it's certainly important. More important than that is how you shoot the gun. I hate the way a Glock feels in my hand, by and large, but my experience with the Glock 19 is that it's incredibly accurate for me. The only gun I've ever shot that is on par with a Glock 19 FOR ME is my carry gun.



Anyone who tells you a specific gun is right for you is doing you a disservice. You need to make the call, and while other people's advice can certainly help, it shouldn't make the decision for you.

Answer 2

I have had 2 Springfield's- a XD40 and a 1911 Mil Spec.

Both had parts break at very low round counts, which Springfield sent replacement parts free of charge.

The XD was a very rough shooting gun, I sold it early on.

The 1911 was an excellent shooter, my older son finagled it from me.



My advice: shoot several guns from the XD family and make sure thats really what you want. I would also recommend you shoot some other brand guns before you decide.

Answer 3

Ford 150, 250, or 350, which truck is better/more preferred? Purpose is for truck is transportation, and maybe hauling something the future. Reliability/fuel mileage? Fuel tank capacity differences? Experiences with any of these trucks please comment. Thank you in advance.



See how silly that looks when talking abut something you know at least something about? Everyone has a different opinion, if people didn't have a different opinion their would only be one kind of firearm, or truck made.



That a few firearm classes from a certified firearm instructor, by the time you are done with those classes you will not have to ask people on Y/A these kind of questions, and you will even be more safe with you one you choose..

Answer 4

I have a XDm 4.5 in 45 ACP. It's good as a range gun and I have carried it concealed before but it's not easy to conceal a full size so I'd suggest a compact. The XDm compact should be good for concealed carry and the range. The XDm is the upgraded version of the XD and the XDs is a subcompact.

Answer 5

The XD is good for all around use. The XDS is slimmer for concealed carry. The XDM will separate a fool and his money quicker than either of the other two or make a well fitting hand gun, depending upon several factors.

Answer 6

I conceal an XD and I love it. It is a little big but the IWB holster I have still conceals it nicely. I am a fan of carrying something that is comfortable to shoot instead of comfortable to wear. Small frame pistols for me are way too small and I cant hit anything with them

Answer 7

XD is the buget model line

XD-M is a tier above the XD and has a little better ergonomics and finish and they claim a better barrel.

XD-S is the smaller, single-stack model primarily for concelaed carry.



I can recommend any of them if they are a good fit for you. The models all have differenct sizes, calibers, and capacities, here are the specifics: http://www.springfield-armory.com/

Answer 8

man this is highly personal.

Go to a gun shop which sells all those models and try it in your hand. The right one for you will be obvious.

Grip and good feel in your hand is #1 priority. Anything other comes after that.

Answer 9

XD