XD Talk

GetemDuck · 12-16-2008, 02:08 PM

Ok I've been shooting my buddies XD 9 for a while it did what it was intended to do and got me hooked. So I've narrowed it down to two guns and wanted to know if there would be ant difference in either one.

I shoot USPSA and might shoot a few steel challenge type matches (not to win just for fun right now). I'm looking at getting either the XDM in the .40 or a XD in a .45 tactical. I plan on reloading so ammo cost is not a big concern. I've shot the .45 I've handled the .40 but not shot it. both feel nice and can be a shooter. the xdm holds more rounds. So is one better then the other or is it pretty much a draw? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks guys
~Get'em Duck

U.S. Patriot · 12-16-2008, 05:04 PM

Well the .40 is of course a smaller bullet. You will have more velocity, and muzzle energy depending on of course what load you buy. It all depends on what you intend to use it for. There is really not that much of a difference between the two. I like the .40 because it's a mix of 9mm, and .45. Some say the .40 is too snappy, and harder to regain sight picture for me I do not notice it. Best thing to do is try both, and see what fits you best.

Frontier Owner · 12-16-2008, 05:57 PM

for your intended purposes, I would go with the smallest that is allowed by the rules. I thought USPSA required a minimum energy level. Even reloading, the .40 is going to be cheaper. less powder, less lead.

GetemDuck · 12-17-2008, 08:07 AM

Thanks for you imput. I have been looking at guns for months now while shooting my buddies xd9 and his kimber .45 I almost went the 1911 route but for now I want the xtra rounds as i do miss from time to time. I've shot a lot of guns while at matches but still come back to the xd........and i like the way the xdm feels but have come across one at a match yet to see about putting a round or two through it. I've heard people say the .40 is snappy, but the .40's I've shot in other models haven't been to bad. My take was the .40 is the smallest caliber that will still put you in a major class (and still be cheap to shoot) I've heard 38 super is a major but never looked into it.

Anyways takes for your help hopefully after x-mas here i can go get my new toy.

Thanks all and happy holidays
~GetemDuck

rgeliske · 12-17-2008, 08:47 AM

Personally I would choose the the XD(M) 40 for the added capacity over the 45. If you are going to reload you can create some very nice low recoil major ower factor rounds for the 40 which virtually eliminates the snappy recoil of the 40S&W round. It's a little more difficult to get an to do this with the 45ACP. I really don't like the snappy recoil of the 40 but some how the XD(M) has managed to tame it a little nd with reloads it is very enjoyable to shoot. There is no doubt that the XD(M) is a great competition gun and with a little trigger work because outstanding.

mousegun380 · 12-17-2008, 01:08 PM

I would also recommend the XDM 40 for all of the mentioned reasons plus it will be easier to find free brass. 38 Super, not so much.

GetemDuck · 12-17-2008, 07:09 PM

Thanks guys i think I'll stick with my first thought and get the xdm.......I wish it would warm up so I could shoot some more this single digit weather is the pits.