There's your answer. I'm a big fan of Glocks, but I don't know you, so I can't recommend them for you. I like them because they fit me. If they don't fit you, then you definitely won't like them. I see you are in north Texas. That's a broad area. If you are near Fort Worth, go to The Shooting Gallery (East Lancaster at Loop 820). They have lots of guns for rent. Lots cheaper than buying something you won't like later.bryang wrote:getamap, welcome to the forum, it is good to have you on board. As you can see everyone just about has there own idea of the best gun. I would suggest going to a gun range that rents different pistols and try several out, and that way can you see what fits you the best, before you are out a lot of money. Both of those you mentioned, the Springfield XD40 Sub-Compact and Glock 23, are excellent guns, but find which one fits your hand and your personal needs.
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-geo
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