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72shorty · 08-13-2007, 07:42 PM

I have carried an XD in various models and calibers for 4 years. I recently added a G21SF to my collection. Here are some pics for visual comparison. I'll also offer some direct comparisons as I go along.

XD45 is 1/4 inch longer top of slide to bottom of mag. G21SF is 1/2 longer front to back.

XD45 weighs 29.8 ounces with an empty mag; G21SF weighs 29.4 ounces.

G21SF has a 1/4 inch lower bore axis than the XD45

Believe it or not, both pistols measure 1.2 inches in width. For those hair splitters out there the XD45 measures 1.236 and the G21SF measures 1.237 inches wide.

The G21SF grip is 2.4 inches front to back and the XD45 is 2.2 inches. The G21SF measures 2.3 inches deep from the backstrap to the inside back of the trigger guard. The XD45 measures 2.15 inches same distance. The G21SF is the same width as the XD45 but has a chunkier grip.

The G21SF will soon be sporting XS Big Dots as well....gotta love those.

Hope you enjoyed the pics. Carry safe and God bless!

ArmyGuy45 · 08-13-2007, 07:54 PM

i like the xd cause its an ambi... but blocks are good..

**mvician** · 08-13-2007, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by ArmyGuy45

i like the xd cause its an ambi... but blocks are good..

You have the choice of an ambi with the SF

ArmyGuy45 · 08-13-2007, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by mvician

You have the choice of an ambi with the SF

oh.. really.. ahh.. well i like the xd over the block cause... of... hmm.. its smaller!!!!

aphexafx · 08-13-2007, 10:46 PM

Wow, the in-cut along the top of the XD slide makes it look thinner. I'll bet that the metal removed there is what almost makes up for the metal trigger and other metal parts that are plasitc on GLOCKs. And the metal grip safety. Sweet.

NJLibertarian · 08-14-2007, 01:51 PM

wow! the one on the left looks real nice, but why would you even compare it to that cheap looking piece of manure on the right???

Bronson · 08-14-2007, 10:11 PM

Shorty, great dimensional comparisons but isn't the Glock more in line with the XD Tac? Well on second thought, I guess the only difference there would be the length. Nice pics, BTW.
Bronson

72shorty · 08-15-2007, 07:11 PM

The top of the XD slide is indeed slimmer than the Glock, but then the slide widens and they are identical in width.

I have carried XD's for 4 years and this XD45 since it came out. I have Springers excellent combat trigger job, action job and polished feed ramp. It runs great and points great. The only upside to the Glock that I see are the availability of everything. Also, the longer, heavier slide seems to have less muzzle flip; IMO. Also, while the Glock stock trigger is heavier than my Springer trigger, the reset is just as short if not shorter.

I am going to put XS Big Dots on the Glock and give it a try. One of them will have to go unfortunately.

Hemidart · 08-18-2007, 07:33 PM

The 21SF and the XD-45 Service were the finalist in my choice for a new gun.I ended up buying the Springfield because I wanted to try something different. I have owned Glocks since they were first sold in the US and still think they are great guns. I am glad I choose the XD...but am thinking of a Glock 30 or 36 next.

M2XD · 08-19-2007, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by 72shorty

I have carried an XD in various models and calibers for 4 years. I recently added a G21SF to my collection. Here are some pics for visual comparison. I'll also offer some direct comparisons as I go along.

This pic says it all for me. I used to be a Glock fan until I handled the XD. The difference in the grips was what sold me. Look at the XD and how the lower half almost cuts forward, whereas the Glock continues to swope backward. As many who have 1911s know, this is more natural to a lot of shooters, and what made the XD so popular so quickly.

Again, nothing against the Glocks, they are great guns for the most part. I just feel that the XD is even better...

Cheers! M2

08-13-2007, 07:42 PM	#1
72shorty XDTalk Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lee's Summit, MO Posts: 80	XD45 Service & G21SF pics I have carried an XD in various models and calibers for 4 years. I recently added a G21SF to my collection. Here are some pics for visual comparison. I'll also offer some direct comparisons as I go along. XD45 is 1/4 inch longer top of slide to bottom of mag. G21SF is 1/2 longer front to back. XD45 weighs 29.8 ounces with an empty mag; G21SF weighs 29.4 ounces. G21SF has a 1/4 inch lower bore axis than the XD45 Believe it or not, both pistols measure 1.2 inches in width. For those hair splitters out there the XD45 measures 1.236 and the G21SF measures 1.237 inches wide. The G21SF grip is 2.4 inches front to back and the XD45 is 2.2 inches. The G21SF measures 2.3 inches deep from the backstrap to the inside back of the trigger guard. The XD45 measures 2.15 inches same distance. The G21SF is the same width as the XD45 but has a chunkier grip. The G21SF will soon be sporting XS Big Dots as well....gotta love those. Hope you enjoyed the pics. Carry safe and God bless! __________________ Bible believing, America loving, truck driving, XD carrying, country boy.

08-13-2007, 07:54 PM	#2
ArmyGuy45 XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Mesa,AZ / Ft Carson, CO Posts: 3,417	i like the xd cause its an ambi... but blocks are good.. __________________ US Army 2005 - Present XD45 Compact - My Carry Suresights Springer Precision Trigger Kit/Bar ( needs install ) NRA Life Member Myspace If they take my guns, ill carry a sword!

08-13-2007, 10:46 PM	#5
aphexafx XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 671	Wow, the in-cut along the top of the XD slide makes it look thinner. I'll bet that the metal removed there is what almost makes up for the metal trigger and other metal parts that are plasitc on GLOCKs. And the metal grip safety. Sweet. __________________ Bleh.

08-14-2007, 01:51 PM	#6
NJLibertarian XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 19	wow! the one on the left looks real nice, but why would you even compare it to that cheap looking piece of manure on the right??? __________________ The Constitution shall never be construed … to prevent the people of the United States who are peaceable citizens from keeping their own arms. – Samuel Adams They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety. – Benjamin Franklin

08-15-2007, 07:11 PM	#8
72shorty XDTalk Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lee's Summit, MO Posts: 80	The top of the XD slide is indeed slimmer than the Glock, but then the slide widens and they are identical in width. I have carried XD's for 4 years and this XD45 since it came out. I have Springers excellent combat trigger job, action job and polished feed ramp. It runs great and points great. The only upside to the Glock that I see are the availability of everything. Also, the longer, heavier slide seems to have less muzzle flip; IMO. Also, while the Glock stock trigger is heavier than my Springer trigger, the reset is just as short if not shorter. I am going to put XS Big Dots on the Glock and give it a try. One of them will have to go unfortunately. __________________ Bible believing, America loving, truck driving, XD carrying, country boy.

08-14-2007, 10:11 PM	#7
Bronson XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 38	Shorty, great dimensional comparisons but isn't the Glock more in line with the XD Tac? Well on second thought, I guess the only difference there would be the length. Nice pics, BTW. Bronson

08-18-2007, 07:33 PM	#9
Hemidart XDTalk Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 90	The 21SF and the XD-45 Service were the finalist in my choice for a new gun.I ended up buying the Springfield because I wanted to try something different. I have owned Glocks since they were first sold in the US and still think they are great guns. I am glad I choose the XD...but am thinking of a Glock 30 or 36 next.

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