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jeff221 · 07-22-2007, 06:35 PM

I've owned both n question.

my vote is 40sc

HRC · 07-22-2007, 06:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JhankG

I really just need someone to tell me what to do. I keep going back and forth between a 45 compact and a 40 subcompact. The caliber has nothing to do with my indecision, it is more about size. I own a 4 inch 40 xd but would like something with a shorter grip to carry concealed. Anyone have both of these guns that can guide me? If I was to go with the subcompact I might consider the 9mm too for financial purposes. Geez, decisions decisions.

hank

I suggest You limit You're calibers to the 45 or 40 calibers but that is just my opinion others may differ with my on that point however I prefer the larger round beacouse if You're carrying to defend You're life you need as much in You're favor as You can get also the holster You choose may
satisfy You with even the 45 Pierce, or thunderwear look them up the mode of carry may be a money saver for You.

Good luck
HC

Chi Town · 07-22-2007, 07:08 PM

Hank, I now own most if not all of the calibers of the XD series. I don't worry about getting all the different ammo's and even plan on starting to do my own reloading to soften my cost's. If this is a house gun or a fun gun for you, you won't go wrong either way. Mine are house/fun guns. I just may get to the CC deal soon, but I still love all my XD's. Do what your heart is telling you and be done with it. I am sure your heart is making you lean one way or the other. Just go with it. What's the down side? You end up getting the other gun and then you have two great guns in the XD series.
GOOD LUCK and Best Wishes.

stolivar · 07-22-2007, 07:25 PM

Now I only carry the 45C.... NUF said...

There is only a .25 of an inch longer in the grip length and a bit thicker.

The 45 has more of a push then the 40SC ( which has a smart recoil)

steve

**QCATrader** · 07-26-2007, 05:17 PM

I've owned both and sold the 45c. I've carried the 40SC for over a year now - without the mag extensions. I usually carry in an ankle rig and the extensions just didn't work for me.

I also carry an XD40 4" at times. I like the convenience of stocking only Ranger ammo and have full confidence in the 40S&W caliber.

My 1911's pretty much sit in the safe or are used as 'House' guns. An XD-45T serves as my range gun and some local competitions.

Whatever you get, remember, practice, practice, practice.

heliguy · 07-26-2007, 06:51 PM

I carry a Glock 27 day to day and a 1911 officers 7+1 which is a brick. Was looking to upgrade to a 10+1 45 for ccw. After all the research and holding each candidate went with the 45C.

Shot it for the first time today just to break it in and LOVE IT! My G27 is staying in the safe.

45C is 4 oz lighter than my 1911, grip same length as my G27 and it doesn't print like the 1911. CompTac IWB Kydex holster is super, firm support for the 2lb 5oz loaded weight.

Dont know @ the 40 sc but you'll LOVE the C especially if you ccw!

07-22-2007, 06:35 PM	#11
jeff221 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 2,364	I've owned both n question. my vote is 40sc __________________ Springfield XD40 Sub-Compact Bi-Tone (.40S&W) Springfield XD9 Tactical Black (9mm) Springfield G.I. Milspec Stainless 1911-A1 (.45 ACP) Kimber Raptor II 1911 (.45 ACP) Kel-Tec P-3AT (.380 ACP) Charter Arms "Off Duty" Revolver (.38 Spl) Ruger 22/45 Mark III (.22 LR) Smith&Wesson M&P15A 16in AR-15 (.223/5.56 NATO) BushMaster Carbon-15 (.22 LR) BushMaster XM15 E2S 20in AR-15 (.223/5.56 NATO) Stoeger P350 Tactical Pump Shotgun (12 Gauge) Winchester Black Model98 Canon (10 Gauge)

07-22-2007, 07:08 PM	#13
Chi Town XDTalk Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 58	Hank, I now own most if not all of the calibers of the XD series. I don't worry about getting all the different ammo's and even plan on starting to do my own reloading to soften my cost's. If this is a house gun or a fun gun for you, you won't go wrong either way. Mine are house/fun guns. I just may get to the CC deal soon, but I still love all my XD's. Do what your heart is telling you and be done with it. I am sure your heart is making you lean one way or the other. Just go with it. What's the down side? You end up getting the other gun and then you have two great guns in the XD series. GOOD LUCK and Best Wishes. __________________ My associates; Ruger 10/22 ss Ruger SP101 Kel Tec P32 Kimber Ultra CDP 45 Springfield XD 9mm 4" Springfield XD .40 sc Springfield XD .357 od 4" Springfield XD .45ACP Black 4" Tec-9 Pre Ban

07-22-2007, 07:25 PM	#14
stolivar XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 131	Owned both Now I only carry the 45C.... NUF said... There is only a .25 of an inch longer in the grip length and a bit thicker. The 45 has more of a push then the 40SC ( which has a smart recoil) steve __________________ XD45C Khar MK9 keltec 3at

07-26-2007, 05:17 PM	#15
QCATrader XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Iowa / Arizona Posts: 291	I've owned both and sold the 45c. I've carried the 40SC for over a year now - without the mag extensions. I usually carry in an ankle rig and the extensions just didn't work for me. I also carry an XD40 4" at times. I like the convenience of stocking only Ranger ammo and have full confidence in the 40S&W caliber. My 1911's pretty much sit in the safe or are used as 'House' guns. An XD-45T serves as my range gun and some local competitions. Whatever you get, remember, practice, practice, practice. __________________ If you can read this, thank a teacher. If it's in English, thank a vet!

07-26-2007, 06:51 PM	#16
heliguy XDTalk Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 50	Just got the 45C I carry a Glock 27 day to day and a 1911 officers 7+1 which is a brick. Was looking to upgrade to a 10+1 45 for ccw. After all the research and holding each candidate went with the 45C. Shot it for the first time today just to break it in and LOVE IT! My G27 is staying in the safe. 45C is 4 oz lighter than my 1911, grip same length as my G27 and it doesn't print like the 1911. CompTac IWB Kydex holster is super, firm support for the 2lb 5oz loaded weight. Dont know @ the 40 sc but you'll LOVE the C especially if you ccw!

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