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bacobra · 05-10-2006, 11:57 AM

I went to my local gun range the other day to find a gun that best suited me, and shot about 6 diff guns in .40S&W(glock,sig,bersa,etc.) and didnt like any one of them. I then decided to handle the XD9 service and long story short ended up buying 150rds for it and having a blast. I never though I would find a gun that fit me like that one. I shot extremely tight groups and was very suprised at myself. Im no newb, but Im shure as heck no expert.

My only question now is what XD should I buy. My placement was so good with the 9mm should I just get it? I would like to test a .40 or .45 before I bought one but the range didnt have em. I did get a chance to handle a .45 service but it didnt fit my hand like the 9mm. The DX9 thumb groove fit me perfect and the gun just felt like an extension of my hand, I didnt get this feeling with the .45 I handled. Everyone is telling me to get a .45 because it going to take down someone when I need it to, but I caint imagine a 9mm not hurting a little. Given my situation Im just looking for some input from other members.
Thanks

TomSwift · 05-10-2006, 12:01 PM

Welcome aboard. Go ahead and get the XD-9. You're gonna end up with more than one anyway, might as well let this one start the collection.

021411 · 05-10-2006, 12:01 PM

Welcome to the boards..

In all honesty, go with what you know. 9mm is extremely cheap to shoot and makes a good defensive weapon. Don't get into the stopping power debate. It's long and boring. Placement is everything.

Modern defensive 9mm rounds are good now. Don't be scared to use it.

Tell me if this hurts a little..
http://www.hs2000talk.com/viewtopic.php?t=35998

MtnCamper · 05-10-2006, 12:02 PM

I've looked at and handled the 45, I still like my .40. I think it's an individual thing, buy what you want and are comfortable with. It's got to be fun to shoot, otherwise, it's a job to practice.

bacobra · 05-10-2006, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TomSwift

You're gonna end up with more than one anyway, might as well let this one start the collection.

Haha, thanks what I am starting to think.

Thanks for all the responses. I think I am going to call my local dealer and have them order the XD-9 w/ kit for me.

tmahovlich · 05-10-2006, 12:40 PM

The stopping power debate is long, boring, and will never end. Stick with what you can shoot. I remember someone posting some very good advice while I was debating caliber. They said to go with what you feel comfortable because that larger caliber is not going to do you any good if you can't hit anything with it. I ended ended up goin with the .40 and plan on getting a 9mm conversion barrel so I can practice with the cheaper ammo.

I see you're in NC as well. You should sign up for the new NC Shooter's Forum. http://ncshooters.phpbbnow.com/

malkore · 05-10-2006, 12:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 021411

Welcome to the boards..

In all honesty, go with what you know. 9mm is extremely cheap to shoot and makes a good defensive weapon. Don't get into the stopping power debate. It's long and boring. Placement is everything.

Modern defensive 9mm rounds are good now. Don't be scared to use it.

+1 to that. so many of the 9mm vs .45 discussions revolve around LEO shoots. LEO's don't get to carry jacketed hollow point ammo, so their 9mm rds tend to go thru and thru, and if they don't hit something vital, its easy for a meth head to keep coming at em.

I've toyed with phone books and jugs of water to capture 9mm rounds. If you're a good enough shot, you can take someone down with a .22

Its all about consistency in placement. Practice practice.

Strider · 05-10-2006, 01:07 PM

I just got a pair of nines. XD 4" and the 3" SC

Love them both.

I'm ditto on the shot placement. Although if you find you can place a .40 with the same accuracy go with the .40. Personally I find I can shoot and reacquire my target with the 9mm almost like second nature. With the .40's I have to work alot harder.

That's just me....your mileage may vary.

Heathen-Yak · 05-10-2006, 01:32 PM

where's triad, nc? unless you mean RTP area. If you wanna take a trip down to wilmington, nc pm me and we'll set up a weekend day to meet at a range and you can shoot my XD service .45acp

bacobra · 05-10-2006, 01:39 PM

Im starting to think the 9mm is going to fit me best. My shot placement is best with it and I can line it back up twice as fast as the .40 and .45. Thats mainly because lack of practice, But once I get proficient with the XD 9 I can move up? Does this sound logical? I am a Married student and am not exactly swimming in cash, are the 9mm really all that cheaper?

05-10-2006, 11:57 AM	#1
bacobra XDTalk Newbie Join Date: May 2006 Location: Triad, NC Posts: 26	Ready to buy, but which one? I went to my local gun range the other day to find a gun that best suited me, and shot about 6 diff guns in .40S&W(glock,sig,bersa,etc.) and didnt like any one of them. I then decided to handle the XD9 service and long story short ended up buying 150rds for it and having a blast. I never though I would find a gun that fit me like that one. I shot extremely tight groups and was very suprised at myself. Im no newb, but Im shure as heck no expert. My only question now is what XD should I buy. My placement was so good with the 9mm should I just get it? I would like to test a .40 or .45 before I bought one but the range didnt have em. I did get a chance to handle a .45 service but it didnt fit my hand like the 9mm. The DX9 thumb groove fit me perfect and the gun just felt like an extension of my hand, I didnt get this feeling with the .45 I handled. Everyone is telling me to get a .45 because it going to take down someone when I need it to, but I caint imagine a 9mm not hurting a little. Given my situation Im just looking for some input from other members. Thanks

05-10-2006, 12:01 PM	#2
TomSwift XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 1,133	Welcome aboard. Go ahead and get the XD-9. You're gonna end up with more than one anyway, might as well let this one start the collection. __________________ Don't handicap your children by making their lives easy. Get Your Free Targets Here Ultrasonic Gun Cleaning

05-10-2006, 12:01 PM	#3
021411 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,018	Welcome to the boards.. In all honesty, go with what you know. 9mm is extremely cheap to shoot and makes a good defensive weapon. Don't get into the stopping power debate. It's long and boring. Placement is everything. Modern defensive 9mm rounds are good now. Don't be scared to use it. Tell me if this hurts a little.. http://www.hs2000talk.com/viewtopic.php?t=35998 __________________ XD40 : Custom SA 1911 Springer Precision TX XD Practical Shooters Association

05-10-2006, 12:02 PM	#4
MtnCamper XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 238	I've looked at and handled the 45, I still like my .40. I think it's an individual thing, buy what you want and are comfortable with. It's got to be fun to shoot, otherwise, it's a job to practice. __________________ MtnCamper XD40 Service w/9mm 5\" Ported EFK barrel Taurus .357 Taurus .38 Special Ruger MKIII 22-45

05-10-2006, 12:40 PM	#6
tmahovlich XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NC Posts: 205	The stopping power debate is long, boring, and will never end. Stick with what you can shoot. I remember someone posting some very good advice while I was debating caliber. They said to go with what you feel comfortable because that larger caliber is not going to do you any good if you can't hit anything with it. I ended ended up goin with the .40 and plan on getting a 9mm conversion barrel so I can practice with the cheaper ammo. I see you're in NC as well. You should sign up for the new NC Shooter's Forum. http://ncshooters.phpbbnow.com/ __________________ Todd He is best secure from dangers who is on his guard even when he seems safe - Publilius Syrus

05-10-2006, 01:07 PM	#8
Strider XDTalk Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 32	I just got a pair of nines. XD 4" and the 3" SC Love them both. I'm ditto on the shot placement. Although if you find you can place a .40 with the same accuracy go with the .40. Personally I find I can shoot and reacquire my target with the 9mm almost like second nature. With the .40's I have to work alot harder. That's just me....your mileage may vary.

05-10-2006, 01:32 PM	#9
Heathen-Yak XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 497	where's triad, nc? unless you mean RTP area. If you wanna take a trip down to wilmington, nc pm me and we'll set up a weekend day to meet at a range and you can shoot my XD service .45acp

05-10-2006, 01:39 PM	#10
bacobra XDTalk Newbie Join Date: May 2006 Location: Triad, NC Posts: 26	Im starting to think the 9mm is going to fit me best. My shot placement is best with it and I can line it back up twice as fast as the .40 and .45. Thats mainly because lack of practice, But once I get proficient with the XD 9 I can move up? Does this sound logical? I am a Married student and am not exactly swimming in cash, are the 9mm really all that cheaper?

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