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genxsis · 03-02-2008, 11:49 AM

2 questions:

Is the 3" XD a "pocket gun"? If it's too big for that, I'm thinking of getting a 4" instead for "under the waistband carry".

Also, are XD values on current models expected to rise, even if changes are made to future models? Just wondering in case I decide to end up getting both the 3" and 4". I thought maybe a second gun could be an investment against the falling value of the dollar.

Reeek · 03-02-2008, 12:06 PM

XD Sub Compacts are not even close to being pocket guns. They are fantastic conceal carry guns however.

The XD Sub Compact is my favorite overall XD. It's accurate and fun at the range and conceals fantastically in a K&D Dakota, MTAC or Crossbreed type holster. It will disappear and you will hardly know you're wearing it.

**mhillsing23** · 03-02-2008, 12:42 PM

You would have to have some big pockets! IMO the XD is too wide for pocket carry.

genxsis · 03-02-2008, 12:56 PM

Yep, that's what I was afraid of.

cid_ayrbourne · 03-02-2008, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by genxsis

How well does the 4" Service model conceal? Almost as well? Or not even close???

Entirely depends on how you carry. My brother has an XDSC 40 that conceals beautifully with a Com-Tac holster on his hip (4 o'clock). Where as I find I have to carry my XD Service 40 at either a canted 1 o'clock or a 5 or 6 o'clock position. Ofcourse, this is partially body typing (and possibly the holster I use - I'm only using a cheap Uncle Mike's) but partially due to the longer barrel causing the gun to rise up when I sit, as it hits my leg.

Otherwise, they are both very easy to conceal, so it's whatever mores confortable to carry and use.

Gordo252 · 03-02-2008, 01:42 PM

The compact and service models are excellent for concealed carry. As for an XD being a pocket gun I would say no. You cannot go wrong with either one.

**1lowlife** · 03-02-2008, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by genxsis

2 questions:

Is the 3" XD a "pocket gun"? I carry a Sigma .380 in a coat pocket and don't know how much bigger the XD is. If it's too big for that, I'm thinking of getting a 4" instead for "under the waistband carry".

Also, are XD values on current models expected to rise, even if changes are made to future models? Just wondering in case I decide to end up getting both the 3" and 4". I thought maybe a second gun could be an investment against the falling value of the dollar.

I see your questions have been answered.

If you want the specific dimensions of any XD pistol, try the SA website.

Springfield Armory

http://www.springfield-armory.com/as...ook_XD9801.pdf

DerbyDale · 03-02-2008, 02:17 PM

I just purchased the XD9sc, and took it out to the rage for the first time. I was surprised to find I actually shot it just as good as my buddy's 4" XD-9, if not a little better. It was a little louder and had a bit more snap, but overall I'm glad I went with the sub-compact.

genxsis · 03-02-2008, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1lowlife

I see your questions have been answered.

If you want the specific dimensions of any XD pistol, try the SA website.

Springfield Armory

http://www.springfield-armory.com/as...ook_XD9801.pdf

Thank you for the links! I was looking elsewhere (without success) to find the height of the gun. The printed catalog only tells the length.

profesor · 03-02-2008, 04:00 PM

I suppose there are many different factors that you would have to consider (i.e. body size, type of cloths you wear, were you would like to carry, etc.) As for me, I have a glock 23 (compact size) that felt to big for my taste to carry. I bought a xd40 sc and I love how small and easily it can be concealed. You don't have to sacrifice to much comfort. As far as it being a pocket gun, it is not. However, it will fit in my loose pants pockets and could be concealed there.

I would recomend the subcompact for concealment, but again a lot depends on personal preference and other things. Hope this helps... Good luck!

03-02-2008, 11:49 AM	#1
genxsis XDTalk Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 37	Need help deciding, 3" or 4" 2 questions: Is the 3" XD a "pocket gun"? If it's too big for that, I'm thinking of getting a 4" instead for "under the waistband carry". Also, are XD values on current models expected to rise, even if changes are made to future models? Just wondering in case I decide to end up getting both the 3" and 4". I thought maybe a second gun could be an investment against the falling value of the dollar. __________________ Wisconsin Gun Trader group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wisconsinguntrader/ Last edited by genxsis; 04-14-2008 at 01:04 PM. Reason: correcting mistakes

03-02-2008, 12:06 PM	#2
Reeek XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 1,781	XD Sub Compacts are not even close to being pocket guns. They are fantastic conceal carry guns however. The XD Sub Compact is my favorite overall XD. It's accurate and fun at the range and conceals fantastically in a K&D Dakota, MTAC or Crossbreed type holster. It will disappear and you will hardly know you're wearing it. __________________ U.S Navy Veteran - CTT - Naval Security Group Guns: XD9SC with Heinie Straight 8 Night Sights CZ P-01 with Meprolights - green/green EAA Witness (Tangfolio) Elite Match .45 Taurus PT1911 with Heinie Straight 8 Night Sights Kel-Tec P3AT Fulton Armory FAR-15 Predator, 24" SS 1x12 Barrel w/Mueller TAC II Savage 93R17 BVSS .17 HMR Remington 870 18" 6+1 w/Choate Mark 6

03-02-2008, 12:42 PM	#3
mhillsing23 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: +38 26 31 -90 22 48 Posts: 2,462	You would have to have some big pockets! IMO the XD is too wide for pocket carry. __________________ Governments tend not to solve problems, only to rearrange them. - Ronald Wilson Reagan

03-02-2008, 12:56 PM	#4
genxsis XDTalk Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 37	Yep, that's what I was afraid of. __________________ Wisconsin Gun Trader group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wisconsinguntrader/ Last edited by genxsis; 04-14-2008 at 01:05 PM.

03-02-2008, 02:17 PM	#8
DerbyDale XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 26	I just purchased the XD9sc, and took it out to the rage for the first time. I was surprised to find I actually shot it just as good as my buddy's 4" XD-9, if not a little better. It was a little louder and had a bit more snap, but overall I'm glad I went with the sub-compact. Last edited by DerbyDale; 03-02-2008 at 02:58 PM. Reason: spelling

03-02-2008, 01:42 PM	#6
Gordo252 XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: North Carolina Posts: 14	The compact and service models are excellent for concealed carry. As for an XD being a pocket gun I would say no. You cannot go wrong with either one.

03-02-2008, 04:00 PM	#10
profesor XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 1,141	I suppose there are many different factors that you would have to consider (i.e. body size, type of cloths you wear, were you would like to carry, etc.) As for me, I have a glock 23 (compact size) that felt to big for my taste to carry. I bought a xd40 sc and I love how small and easily it can be concealed. You don't have to sacrifice to much comfort. As far as it being a pocket gun, it is not. However, it will fit in my loose pants pockets and could be concealed there. I would recomend the subcompact for concealment, but again a lot depends on personal preference and other things. Hope this helps... Good luck! __________________ "It is better to be judged by twelve than carried by six"

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