Springfield XD 9mm 3" Sub-compact

[jasonallen127]

I currently own a Beretta 92F, but as you guys know that is a huge gun. In the near future I will have a CHP, and I want to have something in my inventory that I can carry without feeling like I'm bringing a cannon with me.

I went to Blue Ridge Arsenal the other day to get a feel for easily concealable 9mm handguns, and I think I'm in love with the Springfield XD 9mm 3" model. The Glock 26 just didn't feel "right" in my hand when firing them side-by-side, the trigger on the KelTec PF9 and PF11 were awful, and the Sig I was shown just didn't fit my hand (wayyyy too tiny!).

I've done a lot of research and almost everyone has nice things to say about the 3" XD 9mm. Are any of you guys XD owners? Any problems with your XD pistols that I should be aware of? Any ammo that causes them to "burp" in your experience? Planning on carrying with Speer Gold Dot 9mm +P JHP. Thanks in advance for the info!

[dragonzfury050]

Have you taken a look at the EMP models from Springfield Armory? Comes in 9mm and .40 and is in a smaller 1911 frame. Conceals well, isn't as heavy as a duty size weapon, and IMHO just plain looks better than the XDs, Glocks, or other offering.

It's only a single stack, but some of the other offers out there are the same. It does make for a narrower profile, and extra mags are easy enough to throw in your back pocket.

Just my to cents

[scott9050]

I have an XD in .40 and always carry with the extended magazine.
The bulkiness of the design turns some people off, but I am a big guy and it does not bother me.
I have never had a problem with mine and it eats everything I feed it.

[jasonallen127]

@Dragonzfury050: I hadn't considered SA's EMP models, but they look like handsome little guns! Only downsides for my intended use is that it's half the bang-bang pills for twice the price. Maybe around tax-return time I'll consider one, but the XD's $430-500ish price tag is a whole lot more appealing with 13 or 16 round capacity in 9mm!

@Marked8: thanks for the feedback on the XD .40! I'm not a big guy (5'8", 160#) but I didn't find the XD bulky - just a little top-heavy when the mag was running dry, but I always seemed to drop right back on target after recoil, so no complaints!

[Mindflayer]

The XD subcompact and the XDM Compact are both superb. I also have an M&P 9C and a Shield, and they are also wonderful. You can't go wrong!

[dragonzfury050]

@Dragonzfury050: I hadn't considered SA's EMP models, but they look like handsome little guns! Only downsides for my intended use is that it's half the bang-bang pills for twice the price. Maybe around tax-return time I'll consider one, but the XD's $430-500ish price tag is a whole lot more appealing with 13 or 16 round capacity in 9mm!

@Marked8: thanks for the feedback on the XD .40! I'm not a big guy (5'8", 160#) but I didn't find the XD bulky - just a little top-heavy when the mag was running dry, but I always seemed to drop right back on target after recoil, so no complaints!

I understand what you mean. That's something I thought about as well when I was looking. I decided that if I was going for fewer rounds I wanted a bigger caliber, hence my choice of a full size 1911. And I got it for not much more than what your looking at for the XD. With the right belt and holster I find it comfortable to carry all day

[ronster19]

I have an XD9SC that I've used for CC for almost a year and haven't had a single problem with ~1K rounds fired using a variety of ammunition. I carry OWB with the 13 round magazine and it is a nice fit for me (6', 175 lbs.).

[Rich]

I own both a 9 and 40 XDm. Very robust and reliable pistols. Cannot go wrong with one. You might look at a M&P shield before you decide.

[jasonallen127]

Thanks everyone for the input! I "bit the bullet" and bought the XD9sc. Also, I picked up 4 extra 13 round mags for range practice. Cheaper Than Dirt had a good deal on them (before CTD went price-hike crazy while getting sold out of every magazine in their inventory in a day).

I looked the the M&P Shield too, but the local gun store I went to wouldn't sell me their display copy, and they have a 3-4 month waiting list, and everyone else is backordered too... so that made the decision easy!

[dragonzfury050]

You wont be disappointed with the XD. Go shoot it and let us know how it goes

[jasonallen127]

Will do! It should be arriving at my FFL just after Christmas. I do love it when Santa brings me new toys. After all, I've been good this year! lol