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Knaw · 01-11-2007, 04:27 PM

I walked into the local gun store earlier today with my mind on just looking at a few guns, browsing around at a few other stores and then finally making a decision. I told the guy behind the counter that I was interested in a 9mm pistol and he started pulling them out. I already did some research, so I had an idea of what I wanted.

First came the Glock 17 and 19 and neither fit. The finger grooves just didn't work for me. My middle finger rested immediately on top of the highest bump and it was just generally uncomfortable.

Then came the Taurus 24/7 which had the same problem as the Glocks. As the grooves are soft on it's handle it wasn't as bad, but as the pistol also didn't feel comfortable near the web of my hand, it was a definite no go.

The Ruger P95 followed and I just couldn't get a good grip on it. For some reason the bottom of the grip felt like it was too small for my hands.

Then the XD 9 was handed to me and I felt like Indiana Jones finding the Holy Grail; it just fit. It came up naturally and fit perfectly in my hand. Everything about it's ergonomics seemed to be made exactly for me.

Finally, the Beretta PX4 was given a whirl and it did feel nice. I still prefered the XD 9 slightly to it and as it cost over $150 more, it was set back down.

I actually liked the XD 9 so much, my whole idea of sleeping on it didn't work and I purchased it for $468 before tax. Unfortunately, there's a byzantine 48 hour waiting period for handgun purchases here but on Saturday at 1:47 pm, I will be there to collect my new XD 9.

Quick question though: do I have to clean it prior to bringing it to the range? I'm assuming yes but as I'm already beyond eager to try it out, that extra hour it takes to clean may prove to be a huge hurdle to overcome.

robplatt · 01-11-2007, 04:31 PM

Hi... I'm new here too, but have probably read every thread on here

I would pop the slide off and just spray it really quick with oil. I know people on here have fired them fresh from the store, and they're tough guns, but it can't hurt to just throw a quick coat of oil in it. It would take you 2 minutes and you could do it in the parking lot.

propellerhead · 01-11-2007, 04:32 PM

Cool story.

The gun is clean from the factory. I don't see a reason to clean it before devirginizing it.

Miguel · 01-11-2007, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Knaw

I walked into the local gun store earlier today with my mind on just looking at a few guns, browsing around at a few other stores and then finally making a decision. I told the guy behind the counter that I was interested in a 9mm pistol and he started pulling them out. I already did some research, so I had an idea of what I wanted.

First came the Glock 17 and 19 and neither fit. The finger grooves just didn't work for me. My middle finger rested immediately on top of the highest bump and it was just generally uncomfortable.

Then came the Taurus 24/7 which had the same problem as the Glocks. As the grooves are soft on it's handle it wasn't as bad, but as the pistol also didn't feel comfortable near the web of my hand, it was a definite no go.

The Ruger P95 followed and I just couldn't get a good grip on it. For some reason the bottom of the grip felt like it was too small for my hands.

Then the XD 9 was handed to me and I felt like Indiana Jones finding the Holy Grail; it just fit. It came up naturally and fit perfectly in my hand. Everything about it's ergonomics seemed to be made exactly for me.

Finally, the Beretta PX4 was given a whirl and it did feel nice. I still prefered the XD 9 slightly to it and as it cost over $150 more, it was set back down.

I actually liked the XD 9 so much, my whole idea of sleeping on it didn't work and I purchased it for $468 before tax. Unfortunately, there's a byzantine 48 hour waiting period for handgun purchases here but on Saturday at 1:47 pm, I will be there to collect my new XD 9.

Quick question though: do I have to clean it prior to bringing it to the range? I'm assuming yes but as I'm already beyond eager to try it out, that extra hour it takes to clean may prove to be a huge hurdle to overcome.

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I sent 200 rounds down range before cleaning it. No issues, other than loving the gun.

slugger6 · 01-11-2007, 05:30 PM

No need to clean it first, but afterwards...yes. Let's hear from you once you have run a few boxes of ammo through it.

rev-arb · 01-12-2007, 08:00 AM

Greetings, Welcome and Straight Shooting!
- From the Center of the Nation

kevin7 · 01-12-2007, 12:27 PM

Welcome to the forum. Have a great time shooting your XD.

Tungsten · 01-12-2007, 12:29 PM

Welcome! Shoot it straight out of the box, then clean it up after.

Knaw · 01-12-2007, 01:32 PM

That is some fantastic news. As the range is about 5 minutes away from the gun shop, I imagine I'll be up and running (gunning?) by 2:15. Only 22 hours and 15 minutes left. I can hardly wait.

Trace · 01-12-2007, 01:37 PM

Congrats on an excellent choice in firearms!!

01-11-2007, 04:27 PM	#1
Knaw XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 10	I've joined your ranks I walked into the local gun store earlier today with my mind on just looking at a few guns, browsing around at a few other stores and then finally making a decision. I told the guy behind the counter that I was interested in a 9mm pistol and he started pulling them out. I already did some research, so I had an idea of what I wanted. First came the Glock 17 and 19 and neither fit. The finger grooves just didn't work for me. My middle finger rested immediately on top of the highest bump and it was just generally uncomfortable. Then came the Taurus 24/7 which had the same problem as the Glocks. As the grooves are soft on it's handle it wasn't as bad, but as the pistol also didn't feel comfortable near the web of my hand, it was a definite no go. The Ruger P95 followed and I just couldn't get a good grip on it. For some reason the bottom of the grip felt like it was too small for my hands. Then the XD 9 was handed to me and I felt like Indiana Jones finding the Holy Grail; it just fit. It came up naturally and fit perfectly in my hand. Everything about it's ergonomics seemed to be made exactly for me. Finally, the Beretta PX4 was given a whirl and it did feel nice. I still prefered the XD 9 slightly to it and as it cost over $150 more, it was set back down. I actually liked the XD 9 so much, my whole idea of sleeping on it didn't work and I purchased it for $468 before tax. Unfortunately, there's a byzantine 48 hour waiting period for handgun purchases here but on Saturday at 1:47 pm, I will be there to collect my new XD 9. Quick question though: do I have to clean it prior to bringing it to the range? I'm assuming yes but as I'm already beyond eager to try it out, that extra hour it takes to clean may prove to be a huge hurdle to overcome.

01-11-2007, 04:31 PM	#2
robplatt XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Gig Harbor, Wa Posts: 66	Hi... I'm new here too, but have probably read every thread on here I would pop the slide off and just spray it really quick with oil. I know people on here have fired them fresh from the store, and they're tough guns, but it can't hurt to just throw a quick coat of oil in it. It would take you 2 minutes and you could do it in the parking lot. __________________ XD40 Service (X2L & #22 spring) Ruger P-89 9mm Mossberg 500 12ga.

01-11-2007, 04:32 PM	#3
propellerhead XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Foat Wurth, TX Posts: 3,477	Cool story. The gun is clean from the factory. I don't see a reason to clean it before devirginizing it. __________________ XD-9 Tactical for practice & IDPA, XD-40 Subcompact for concealed carry, XD-45 Service for home defense. Three purposes, three calibers, three models. One gun.

01-12-2007, 08:00 AM	#6
rev-arb XDTalk 10K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: West River, South Dakota Posts: 12,961 Blog Entries: 3	Greetings, Welcome and Straight Shooting! - From the Center of the Nation __________________ You got to "post" before you can "TOTP!" Rom. 12:12 "The world has yet to see what God can do with and for and through and in a man who is fully and wholly consecrated to Him." - Henry Varley to DL Moody "I felt only as a man can feel who is roaming over the prairies of the far West, well armed, and mounted on a fleet and gallant steed." - Buffalo Bill

01-12-2007, 12:29 PM	#8
Tungsten XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 580	Welcome! Shoot it straight out of the box, then clean it up after. __________________ Glock 19 9mm :: Smith and Wesson M&P 9L :: Wilson Combat Professional Bobtail .45ACP Tennessee folks... we'd love to see you at www.TNGunOwners.com

01-11-2007, 05:30 PM	#5
slugger6 XDTalk 10K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 19,361	No need to clean it first, but afterwards...yes. Let's hear from you once you have run a few boxes of ammo through it.

01-12-2007, 12:27 PM	#7
kevin7 XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 761	Welcome to the forum. Have a great time shooting your XD.

01-12-2007, 01:32 PM	#9
Knaw XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 10	That is some fantastic news. As the range is about 5 minutes away from the gun shop, I imagine I'll be up and running (gunning?) by 2:15. Only 22 hours and 15 minutes left. I can hardly wait.

01-12-2007, 01:37 PM	#10
Trace XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Plano, Texas Posts: 2,880	Congrats on an excellent choice in firearms!! __________________ Some of my toys: SA XD45 Service (Black on Black) Les Baer Monolith Heavyweight Les Baer Monolith Commanche Heavyweight Les Baer S.R.P. Ed Brown Classic Custom 5" Ed Brown Special Forces 5" Ed Brown Kobra Carry 4.25" Yes, I come from the land of 1911's "In GOD we trust...Everyone else, keep your hands where I can see 'em"

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