.45 ACP XDm Threads Merged

[bennwj]

Originally Posted by rgeliske

No, the XD45 Compact is an excellent carry gun and far more easy to conceal than the XD(M) which has a much longer grip. Remember the XD(M) is more of a competition gun which boasts higher capacity and match grade barrels. I have relatively small hands and the XD45 Compact grip has been perfect for me.

Agreed. I love my XD .45 Compact. It really is no bigger than my Glock 23 and it is a .45!!

I am seriously considering replacing my Glock 27 with an XD 40 Sub Compact.

[ragsflh]

get what fits you budget ,fit ,caliper

[ragsflh]

meant caliber

[Centerfired9mm]

I have to agree with bullit. I can't imagine that they are bringing out the 9 and the 40 without a 45 close on their heels. The XD45 has been a good seller for them and they will certainly capitalize on that reputation.

One of the delyas may be that they are trying to figure out how to keep the MSRP out of the $7xx range. That tends to slow some folks down when you wander into Sig and Kimber range.

[Centerfired9mm]

that should be delay........who knows what a delya is

[muddy]

As much as I would love a XDm in 45, I dont think I can wait. I think I may just pick up a XD Tactical 45 to go along with my 45c.

[setabkcin]

Originally Posted by bullit

Well, did you expect him to say... sure it's coming out in a couple of months. This marketing at it's best. You don't tell the public until they are ready for the public to know. That way, most of us will go ahead and buy an XDM or XD. Then when it comes out, you will be very tempted to buy the XDM45 also. Then GOTCHA! You just bought both!

+1. This is the problem with the Bushmaster ACR/Magpul Masada. They announced it way to early and ended up pretty much calling the whole project off for a complete redesign of the rifle. This pissed a lot of people off. Most companies know better than to let information out before it 100% official. SA is wise not to say anything until it's ready to sell.

[mdx]

I noticed alot of people wanting a .45. Why is it so popular ? I dont see any law enforcement or military with it . We were shooting some 100yd targets and the guys with the 45 acp pistols had problems with major bullet drop. Am I missing out by not have a 45acp ??

[sldghmr]

Originally Posted by mdx

I noticed alot of people wanting a .45. Why is it so popular ? I dont see any law enforcement or military with it . We were shooting some 100yd targets and the guys with the 45 acp pistols had problems with major bullet drop. Am I missing out by not have a 45acp ??

If my target is 100 yards away, I don't need to shoot, or I'm getting my rifle.
The debate over "knock down power" can go on forever of 45 vs other calibers.

The military, and I mean in the **** troops want a 45, ask most LEO, and if they had the option to carry a 45 they would. For most defense related situations (inside say 21') I'll take a 45 any day. A 45 makes a bigger whole (BG bleeds more) and over penetration is less.

Just my 2 cents.

If I'm plinking at 100 yards, a 9mm would offer me a better chance

[bullit]

On another note, we now have Obama in office and he is going to do some heavy changes in the gun industry. So, now SA has to wait till they find out what cahnges are going to be put in place before they can finalize the plans on a XDM45.