new member XD 45 Tactical or Service?

[oklawall]

Welcome to the forum

What are you going to do with the gun?

[jwh]

Originally Posted by jwh

I am in the market for a new handgun and would like a little feedback. My local shop has both a Tactical and Service model in stock. Both guns are very comfortable to handle. Could you please let me know which you prefer and why?

Thanks

Thanks to all for the replies. It came down to economics. I got the 4" service with light and other "kit" items for $505.00. The 5" was going to cost $560.00 without the light. I'm not sure that I will use the light but the $55.00 made a difference. I think I read that all of the 45 acp's had the newer melonite finish. Is this correct?

[Tally XD]

Yes, all newer XD's are finished with the melonite process (except the stainless slides?).

I wanted to go with the 5" tactical when I first saw them, but after handling both I decided the 4" service was the better choice for me. My gun has to do double duty as "fun gun" and concealed carry protection weapon.

I dont regret my choice, but may one day purchase another XD and get the 5" tac.

[jwh]

[quote=Tally XD;556300]Yes, all newer XD's are finished with the melonite process (except the stainless slides?).


Thanks. I was hoping I remembered correctly on this. I should be able to get out and shoot today or tomorrow at the latest. I haven't had a .45 in about twenty years so I am a little excited.

[KEVWYO]

Originally Posted by EricCartmann

go with the 4"

not much of a difference in accuracy or reliability for either so you might as well go for the one that is smaller and looks better

Having just had both a tactical and service model in my hands a day or two ago and speaking purely from an aesthetics point of view go tactical ... much sexier! I should have a tactical of my very own her by mid next week.