The biggest issue I have with the XDs is they are a pain to clear malfunctions due to the grip safety (if you have small hands). I know this by experience with student's XDs in my classes. I also believe the recoil isn't as easy to manage compared to M&Ps, Glocks, and 1911 style handguns. this is because the XD doesn't sit as low in the hand. The good news is that with good functioning ammunition XDs don't have a lot of malfunctions. I haven't noticed that limp wristing with the XD causes anymore issues than with any other handgun.
If you like it get it. Guns are personal and you need to get what you like. Any issues your choice may have whether with the gun or you can most often be worked through. Sometimes good shooting instruction may be the answer and rarely getting another gun may be the answer if you get a lemon. Either way enjoy the journey!
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- Tue Feb 01, 2011 9:59 pm
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- Sat Jan 29, 2011 7:49 am
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Re: Advice in picking out right gun/pistol for my needs
If you like the gun and it feels good to you and you have shot one to be sure of the first two criteria - YOU HAVE FOUND YOUR GUN. You will get pros and cons for every gun out there. I suggest that you go with what you like. As with any machinery you run the chance of getting a lemon but I think that is not that common.
- Mon Jan 24, 2011 9:45 am
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austinrealtor, thank you. Please, do pass it on!
- Sun Jan 23, 2011 11:36 pm
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Re: Advice in picking out right gun/pistol for my needs
My 2 cents worth:
1. Take a class for a good instructor. You want to know how to grip a gun in a good modern grip. You will need this info so you can correctly assess how a gun fits your hand. Fitting the hand means not only being able to reach and pull the trigger but being able to manipulate the controls - slide stop, safeties, magazine releases, cylinder release, and ejector rod.
2. Take a note book and go to a gun show. Pick up everything there. You shouldn't worry too much about make, model, or caliber. You are looking for guns that fit your hand. Guns that feel good when you pick them up. Write them down. Most likely you will have 1-5 guns that you like at the end of the show.
3. Start your research. Are your choices reliable as far as manufacturer? What caliber choices do they come in? Do they offer full size and compact models? Chances are you will have narrowed it down to 1 or 2. (If you eliminate them all go back to step 2.)
4. Check with your local range do they have your choices as a rental for you to try? If not can you locate a friend or perhaps a Forum member that has one you can try? Shoot them. Now you can make a fairly well informed decision.
As to caliber - the NRA says you should get the largest caliber you can comfortably and accurately shoot. This is excellent advice and a good way to choose. Again to figure this out rent a gun such as a Glock or M&P. These guns come in many calibers allowing you to accurate assess the caliber. This way the grip stays consistant and only the caliber changes.
1. Take a class for a good instructor. You want to know how to grip a gun in a good modern grip. You will need this info so you can correctly assess how a gun fits your hand. Fitting the hand means not only being able to reach and pull the trigger but being able to manipulate the controls - slide stop, safeties, magazine releases, cylinder release, and ejector rod.
2. Take a note book and go to a gun show. Pick up everything there. You shouldn't worry too much about make, model, or caliber. You are looking for guns that fit your hand. Guns that feel good when you pick them up. Write them down. Most likely you will have 1-5 guns that you like at the end of the show.
3. Start your research. Are your choices reliable as far as manufacturer? What caliber choices do they come in? Do they offer full size and compact models? Chances are you will have narrowed it down to 1 or 2. (If you eliminate them all go back to step 2.)
4. Check with your local range do they have your choices as a rental for you to try? If not can you locate a friend or perhaps a Forum member that has one you can try? Shoot them. Now you can make a fairly well informed decision.
As to caliber - the NRA says you should get the largest caliber you can comfortably and accurately shoot. This is excellent advice and a good way to choose. Again to figure this out rent a gun such as a Glock or M&P. These guns come in many calibers allowing you to accurate assess the caliber. This way the grip stays consistant and only the caliber changes.