Why did you buy the XD-45?

[Greybeard7]

I bought a Ruger P something in the 80's for the high capacity 9mm. I put one box through it and sold it at the next gun show before I received the credit card bill for it. It may be a good gun for some, but it felt like I was holding a shoebox.

I picked up an XD45 at a gun show a few months ago and was amazed that it was a double stack .45. Although a bit fatter in the grip than a 1911, I was very pleasantly surprised at the comfort level and the natural point of aim. (Much like the ergonomics of the 1911 to me.)

I thought about it a lot after that gun show. At the next gun show I found an XD45 with the thumb safety for $500. It still felt as good as I remembered and after checking the prices of other dealers I went back and put my money down without even trying for a better deal. That was the best price at that show and no one else had the Service model with the thumb safety. I'm an old 1911 guy and I like the thumb safety. It's second nature to thumb it off when drawing, and I like that my instincts and training will be the same as my 1911's.

A friend is teaching me some defensive shooting techniques and I now enjoy shooting the XD even more than the 1911.

Now my only problem is that I want to go shoot a couple of times a month and burn through 300 rounds per trip. If ammunition supplies and prices could get back to where they were 2 years ago I would be a happy camper.

GB7

[rustygray]

I already had 2 Springfield 1911's and I wanted a stock pistol for competition.
I shot an XD45 of a friend and went out and bought one.

1. it's a 45
2. it's a Springfield
3. 13 rounds of 45
4. Repeat infinitely

I also bought .40 just because. Then another XD45.

Man these things are addictive.

I am considering selling my AR to buy more.

[politicaldookie]

I obtained my XD45 along with several other goodies as partial trade for my bike. I'd read several articles about them and thought I'd give it a try and sell it if it wasn't for me. I still have it. One of the most accurate plastic guns I have shot.

[bushi]

new to shooting....shot and loved the 9mmsc. thought why dont i try the 45 next. i did and well... i was really blown away. fun to shoot, accurate, and 13 rounds of 45acp....had to buy. ..

[Se2002]

I picked it because it fit my hand like a glove. All the features were good to me.

[Slingblade]

Lots of reasons. First, a couple decades as a police officer. About 7 of those as a forensics officer where I attended all violent crimes and autopsies. I won't carry anything less than a 45. Second, personal experience has shown me that I need a pistol that points like my finger. Glocks don't do this for me. I also require a stainless slide and night sights, although in truth, during a deadly encounter, I'll take pointability over any sight. Meaning, if pressed, I'd take the sites completely off the gun if it naturally points well for me, if I had to choose between the two, which I don't.

During all those years, I attended advanced tactical (swat) schools and the city even paid me to compete back in the 80's, all with a pistol with a 4" barrel, so I feel comfortable using one now. Besides, I don't believe I'll be engaging targets farther than 15 steps or so with my sidearm. I'll use a rifle after that. (Old Army saying, your handgun should be used to fight your way over to your rifle) I do practice occasionally out to 50 with my XD.

The XD has been reliable so far and is my first choice for defense.

[katokahn99]

Originally Posted by Slingblade

(Old Army saying, your handgun should be used to fight your way over to your rifle)

Well of course it's an Army saying...Marines always keep their rifles within arm's reach! LOL.

Although I'm not as convinced that .45 is the only way to go. I'm in the "as long as it starts with 4" crowd. I will say this though: any shot to the CNS--even a .22--will get the job done; there are no magic bullets.

I totally agree with you on the pointability of the weapon though. The XD and the XDM both do that for me.

[treybrown]

I am simply a XD fanatic!! It all started with my XD 9mm sub.

Ultimate reasons:
1. 45ACP
2. It's a Springfield Armory
3. 10 or 13 rounds of .45ACP
4. Lifetime Warranty

I also bought the XD(M).40 just for the hell of it.
Man...... these things are very addictive.

I am considering buying one more, an XD.40 Sub.

XD...Excellent choice!!!

[KingArthur]

I liked the concept of a light high capacity .45 ACP. I like the .45 for knock down. I also liked the idea of a rear "nipple" and raised portion on the slide to avoid having to do a "press check", which is handy in low light or darkness. I also liked the ability to make 13 round magazines into 16 round magazines.

[sjd78]

Because I only carry guns chambered in 45acp and the XD 45C met my carry needs.