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USAF FCC · 05-06-2008, 02:35 PM

So, I am getting ready to purchase my first semi-auto pistol. I am trying to decide if I should buy an XD or Glock. I am thinking about a .40, but also open to 9mm. I am looking for opinions since this needs to be a good "all-around" gun, for self-defense, concealed carry, as well as range fun.

I appreciate your comments.

Joeywhat · 05-06-2008, 02:38 PM

I've fired a Glock 26, XD9 tactical and XD45 service. All in all I prefer the XD. I find they just "fee" better. They feel better in your hand, and they seem to be build better, and when operating the gun it feels like quality.

The only thing I really like about Glock is the trigger. I find it quite awesome. However, the rest of the gun fell short. Not to say it was bad (it certainly wasn't), I just felt the XD was a better weapon. Similar price range, too.

gkelley3 · 05-06-2008, 02:42 PM

Welcome to the forum from Florida!

I own both but prefer the feel of the XD. You need to shoot them both and then decide which one you like better.

MasLakas · 05-06-2008, 03:04 PM

Welcome to the forum from UT!

I conceal carry my XD45 Service. It is easy to conceal and with the right holster very comfortable. I looked at the glocks and shot a couple but had a hard time hitting accurately with them. I then shot a XD45 and it was comfortable and very accurate. I would suggest you shoot a Glock and an XD, side by side if you can, and decide for yourself which is better. Good Luck.

Verk · 05-06-2008, 03:04 PM

I own a couple of Glocks, bought my first one in 1986 and after countless thousands of rounds put through it over the past 22 years to include daily carry duty on a regular basis, it has never had a failure to feed or extract. Can't ask much more of a handgun than that.

That being said, I have a XD 45 Tactical and have had no problems with that weapon as well. Bottom line, you really can't go wrong with either one, they are both well screwed together weapons.

SMSgtRet · 05-06-2008, 03:08 PM

Welcome from the Atlanta area. I'm waiting for my XD9 to come in next week.

rjss · 05-06-2008, 03:12 PM

I love my XD and went with the 9mm to encourage range time. I chose the XD over the Glock because I liked the feel better, it had passive safety mechanisms (barrel and cocking indicator) and its no contest when it comes to looks.

**DRH** · 05-06-2008, 03:16 PM

Welcome!

I suggest you shoot both and buy what fits you best, feels right in your hand and makes you want to shoot it again and again!

I shoot 1911 and XDs, the transition between the two is easy for me.

Good luck on your choosing...

SgtWKPII · 05-06-2008, 03:17 PM

Welcome to the forum. Buy what fits your needs, shooting style and pocket book best!

Allstop · 05-06-2008, 03:18 PM

I tried glock and XD. Xd fit my hand much better.
Welcome from Minnesota.

05-06-2008, 02:35 PM	#1
USAF FCC XDTalk Newbie Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 5	Newbie.. Buy Glock or XD So, I am getting ready to purchase my first semi-auto pistol. I am trying to decide if I should buy an XD or Glock. I am thinking about a .40, but also open to 9mm. I am looking for opinions since this needs to be a good "all-around" gun, for self-defense, concealed carry, as well as range fun. I appreciate your comments.

05-06-2008, 02:42 PM	#3
gkelley3 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 2,638	Welcome to the forum from Florida! I own both but prefer the feel of the XD. You need to shoot them both and then decide which one you like better. __________________ "Better to fight for something than live for nothing." Gen. George S. Patton

05-06-2008, 03:04 PM	#4
MasLakas XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cache Valley, Utah Posts: 2,376	Welcome to the forum from UT! I conceal carry my XD45 Service. It is easy to conceal and with the right holster very comfortable. I looked at the glocks and shot a couple but had a hard time hitting accurately with them. I then shot a XD45 and it was comfortable and very accurate. I would suggest you shoot a Glock and an XD, side by side if you can, and decide for yourself which is better. Good Luck. __________________ I speak softly and carry a .45. UtahConcealedCarry.Org

05-06-2008, 03:08 PM	#6
SMSgtRet XDTalk Newbie Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 18	Welcome from the Atlanta area. I'm waiting for my XD9 to come in next week. __________________ http://militarysignatures.com/signatures/member6223.png XD9 Service XD9 Sub Compact S&W 38 Victory USCCA Member GCO Member

05-06-2008, 03:12 PM	#7
rjss XDTalk Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Southeast MI Posts: 58	I love my XD and went with the 9mm to encourage range time. I chose the XD over the Glock because I liked the feel better, it had passive safety mechanisms (barrel and cocking indicator) and its no contest when it comes to looks. __________________ Black XD-9 Tactical Remington 700 ADL .308 Remington 870 12 gauge Ruger 10/22 carbine

05-06-2008, 02:38 PM	#2
Joeywhat XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Ypsi, MI Posts: 1,081	I've fired a Glock 26, XD9 tactical and XD45 service. All in all I prefer the XD. I find they just "fee" better. They feel better in your hand, and they seem to be build better, and when operating the gun it feels like quality. The only thing I really like about Glock is the trigger. I find it quite awesome. However, the rest of the gun fell short. Not to say it was bad (it certainly wasn't), I just felt the XD was a better weapon. Similar price range, too.

05-06-2008, 03:04 PM	#5
Verk XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 316	I own a couple of Glocks, bought my first one in 1986 and after countless thousands of rounds put through it over the past 22 years to include daily carry duty on a regular basis, it has never had a failure to feed or extract. Can't ask much more of a handgun than that. That being said, I have a XD 45 Tactical and have had no problems with that weapon as well. Bottom line, you really can't go wrong with either one, they are both well screwed together weapons.

05-06-2008, 03:16 PM	#8
DRH XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: We reside in Plano Texas and also have ranch property near Stephenville Texas. Posts: 109	Welcome! I suggest you shoot both and buy what fits you best, feels right in your hand and makes you want to shoot it again and again! I shoot 1911 and XDs, the transition between the two is easy for me. Good luck on your choosing... __________________ Don From Texas XD45ACP-4 XD9-4 XD9-SC Kimber Stainless II S&W 617-6 Browning A-Bolt .30-06

05-06-2008, 03:17 PM	#9
SgtWKPII XDTalk 10K Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Camano Island, WA Posts: 15,000 Blog Entries: 18	Welcome to the forum. Buy what fits your needs, shooting style and pocket book best! __________________ Let your tongue speak what your heart thinks.

05-06-2008, 03:18 PM	#10
Allstop XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota Posts: 1,932	I tried glock and XD. Xd fit my hand much better. Welcome from Minnesota. __________________ SA-XD Service 9mm Ruger Redhawk 44Mag Browning Buck Mark 22lr

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