Which XDM to rule them all?This is a discussion on Which XDM to rule them all? within the XD-M Discussion Room - XD(M) forums, part of the XD Talk category; Which XDM is your favorite?
I prefer the XDM 3.8. I think the slide being flush with the frame makes it look awesome! Plus its ...
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05-14-2012, 04:19 PM
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Which XDM to rule them all?
Which XDM is your favorite?
I prefer the XDM 3.8. I think the slide being flush with the frame makes it look awesome! Plus its just as accurate as the 4.5
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05-14-2012, 04:30 PM
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Pretty Close, but not 100% as accurate.. IMO anyway..
My buddy has a 3.8 (like my 9mm) & when we square off at the range I outshoot him everytime with my 4.5..
then we switch & he out shoots me with mine, lol..
so there you go..the 3.8 definitely looks good, but I wouldn't say it's just as accurate as the longer barrels are gonna be. Which is why the competition model is 5.25" long...way more accurate!
Simple physics my dude !
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05-14-2012, 04:33 PM
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Originally Posted by EdsterXDM40
Pretty Close, but not 100% as accurate..
My buddy has a 3.8 & when we square off at the range I outshoot him everytime with my 4.5..
then we switch & he out shoots me with mine, lol..
so there you go..the 3.8 definitely looks good, but I wouldn't say it's just as accurate as the longer barrels are gonna be.
Simple physics my dude !
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... not quite physics, more so lining up the sights. It is easier on a longer barrel.
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05-14-2012, 04:56 PM
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I think they all have a niche depending on the situation, 3.8 is definitely best for carry, but for more accuracy and carry or a hd gun the 4.5 is perfect to me, but for dead on accuracy and a great range gun or competition the 5.25 is bada$$. And for me all bitones 
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05-14-2012, 05:12 PM
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The one to rule them all is the 4.5 with the 3.8 compact frame attached to it . Makes a mighty accurate handgun with a shorter grip
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05-14-2012, 05:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Medic738
The one to rule them all is the 4.5 with the 3.8 compact frame attached to it . Makes a mighty accurate handgun with a shorter grip |
Very true, but can only get that if you have the 3.8 AND the 4.5
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05-14-2012, 06:13 PM
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No single design can do everything best, sorry
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05-14-2012, 06:54 PM
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Well for ME, my favorite is my XD(m) 5.25" barrel competition series. I like it much better than my 1911.
The longer sight radius, and adjustable sights is a big plus for me.
But, having a longer sight radius, and adjustable sights is not needed, if you are a really good shot (which I am not).
Hickock45 can hit his 80 yard gong with a 1 7/8" barrel S&W 642, with fixed sights. 
Look at it about 7:00 minutes into this video.
For us average guys, a long barrel, with a long sight radius, and adjustable sights is a BIG plus.
The point I'm trying to make is that almost ANY gun is more accurate than you are.
Are long sight radius's, and adjustable sights crutches? Maybe so.
I appreciate the crutches myself. 
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05-14-2012, 09:38 PM
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Mine is becoming my 5.25 9mm. Taking awhile to shoot as good as I shoot my 3" SC, but each 100 round outing I seem to get better. Love the factory fiber sight and that long sight radius. The gun is just a joy to shoot.
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05-14-2012, 09:43 PM
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I'm in for the 5.25 also. But it's the first hand gun I've ever owned. What a great pistol to get my feet wet.
Sorry that was more cheerleader-ish than factual.
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