Which is better, Glock or Springfield XD??

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I strongly prefer the Glock...for CCW

The Glock is rock solid reliable, has a longer successful track record in duty and real world shootings, parts are easy to find and cheap and maintenance is easy, which is especially good in a SHTF scenario.

The XD has a lot more bells and whistles and has a better grip, but is also a more complex design. Another point is it is not easy to replace the extractor on an XD...this kills it for me.

I want a simple reliable platform and Glock has it in spades...

YMMV
 
Personal preference. What do you shoot best and what fits your hand best?

I have found that XDs have been specifically designed not too fit my hand. Either the grip is too long or not long enough to get a full three finger grip (I prefer).
 
I used to have an XD9 service that ran flawlessly and I sold it in a fit of pure foolishness. I now have an XD9 Tactical, it too runs flawlessly. I don't know that it's better than a Glock or vice versa. That being said, I'd probably go with a Glock 19 for a carry gun because of it's outstanding track record and size.
 
I like both, but my XD40 is probably my favorite as I have shot far more rounds out of it than anything else I own.
 
Both are proven platforms and both are horribly ugly, however the XD fits my hands better and i like the trigger much better. The bore axis is higher on the xd but almost every thing feels high compared to my CZ. I personally prefer the take down procedure on the XD and the XD also comes with more goodies (holster, mag pouches) so that's something to think about.

Just rent one of each at the range and see which feels better for you.
 
I've decided I'm not going to comment on these threads anymore, until I've owned an XD. This gives me an excuse to buy another gun. :)
 
I've decided I'm not going to comment on these threads anymore, until I've owned an XD. This gives me an excuse to buy another gun.
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I like your attitude.

As far as the extra goodies that come with the XD I have not used their holster (although I did see someone post over at XDtalk that they had mounted it under the dash of their truck). I don't use their magazine carrier either. I don't get the point in having a dual magazine carrier that has the magazines pointed opposite directions. I haven't run across one but from what I understand they sell the XD in what they call the essentials package now without a lot of the "free" goodies for $100 dollars less.
 
I don't get the point in having a dual magazine carrier that has the magazines pointed opposite directions.
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Can you explain why there are picatiny rails on the magazine pouch and case? Picatiny rails are cool, but that seems a bit silly, or maybe gun cases do need surefire tactical lights attached.
 
They probably thought, "why not?" Maybe you could carry your flashlight on it, since most holsters won't accommodate one. As for the mags pointing in different directions, I can see how that might be useful in a stressful situation. Your hand will at least find one of them?? :)

But that's the main problem with the extras... Not everyone is going to like that mag carrier or holster. So why not just sell the thing cheaper, and let people buy exactly what they want!?
 
Interesting not many comments on the better safety feature, regarding the XD's grip safe:confused: As far as shooting etc. it is a situation where you have got to be there, and done it, and so many probably have not:what:

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Springfield xd m period!!!!

They are not even close anymore. The XD M is it!!!:evil: In case you wonder I own 5 XD M's. [2/9mm-1/.40 and 1/.45]
 
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I read so many of these Glock vs XDM threads and I wonder why they are compared so many times.... they should not be in the same comparison -- not b\c of quality ...but because one has a beavertail safety and the other does not. The safety alone should put it in a different comparison category. The glock should be compared to a SW M&P, FNp, Sig, Hk... the XDM should be compared to other guns with beavertail safeties.
If I ever own a XDM it will be because I was looking at a 1911 and decided on a polymer 1911.... not because i choose XDM over another polymer pistol that does not contain a beavertail safety.

With that said -- if you are buying for doomsday then Glock all day long--simply because more people will have glock parts and etc...and you can trade/barter a glock a lot easier than you can an XDM... im sure this will light up a few arguments.
 
I agree that the extras that come with the XD/XDm are senseless. I own a blackhawk holster for my G21 and I love it, it is so much more sturdy and tough (not to mention the safety button that engages the trigger guard so the gun cannot be pulled out without me pressing on the release button, which is a great safety feature) then the holster that comes with the XD/XDm when you buy the gun. The one that comes with the XD/XDm is flimsy and it just doesn't feel right when you put it on your belt. Its too bad you can't sell those extras right back to the dealer when you buy the XD/XDm.
I have shot both and the XD/XDm grip seems to be too small for me, whereas the G21 grip is larger and easier to hold. My brother and I are divided on this, but I believe my Glock is better than his XDm, and I always prove it at the firing range. Glock all the way!:D
 
rscalzo said:
Sounds like the "what's the best oil for my Harley" discussions.
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Or which is better a Ford or a Chevy?


Coke or Pepsi?


AK or AR?


9mm or .45?


Blonds or Brunettes?




Everybody's got a favorite.


:D
 
Or you could be one of those weirdos who likes redheads, drives a Dodge, drinks RC, has an FAL and shoots an M&P .40.


:D
 
Hanzo581 said:
So having one more safety than the Glock makes these two gun incomparable? Very strange...
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Depends on how you look at it....that safety is a deal breaker for many others as well.

It makes sense to me to compare guns with a beavertail safety to other guns that have a beavertail safety. So for me..its 1911 vs xdm....glock vs hk/sig.....something like that...strange may be --but makes sense to me! :)
 
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