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Rock Defender [53]
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Got my NC pistol purchase permit
Jul 20, 2012, 9:30 AM
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Springfield XD 9 or a Glock 9 (17 or 19, want to feel all three guns for ergonomics again)
What say you lunge?
Is the Springfield as reliable and accurate in your opinion as the Glock?
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CU Medallion [73569]
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dont take it to the batman movie***
Jul 20, 2012, 9:31 AM
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Orange Blooded [3148]
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too soon man***
Jul 20, 2012, 9:53 AM
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Re: Got my NC pistol purchase permit
Jul 20, 2012, 9:31 AM
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I had an XD45. Never had any issues with it, other than I could never aim it worth a darn.
Glock is the standard to be measured against. Springfield is a copy. Can't go wrong with either one, IMHO. I'd pick whichever fits your hand better.
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Rock Defender [53]
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I agree with you on the fitting best, the other
Jul 20, 2012, 9:34 AM
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thing that turns me on to the XD9 is the backstrap safety
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Rock Defender [53]
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Rock Defender [53]
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Good, thanks!***
Jul 20, 2012, 9:37 AM
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Enthusiast [140]
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HK P2000 sk
Jul 20, 2012, 9:35 AM
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bueno
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All-American [577]
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Berretta model 92 FS or the Sig 2009***
Jul 20, 2012, 9:35 AM
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All-TigerNet [14282]
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sounds like somebody is a racist bigot***
Jul 20, 2012, 9:35 AM
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Rock Defender [53]
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You caught me!
Jul 20, 2012, 9:38 AM
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Truth is, I am just starting my new job as neighborhood crime watch captain. 
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All-TigerNet [14282]
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clinging to your guns I see
Jul 20, 2012, 9:40 AM
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lol
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Orange Blooded [4095]
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They say the Springfield XD 9 is a clone ....
Jul 20, 2012, 9:37 AM
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and really, it boils down to what feels good TO YOU...
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All-TigerNet [12763]
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clone to a glock? not at all.
Jul 20, 2012, 9:43 AM
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other than having a grip, a trigger, and a barrel.
For example, XD's have a much higher bore axis, different safety system than glock's safe action along with a 1911 styled grip safety.
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Re: Got my NC pistol purchase permit
Jul 20, 2012, 9:39 AM
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can't go wrong with any of them. If ergonomics is what you're after, check the S&W M&P out too. If possible, shoot them all before you buy.
Personally for striker fired pistols, I like the M&P due to economics and made in the USA. I shoot the glock as well. Have no experience with XDs. Oh, look at the Ruger SR9 too. That is a sweet 9mm. Also made in the USA.
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All-TigerNet [12098]
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Buy American
Jul 20, 2012, 9:39 AM
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go Springfield
or have you tried the Ruger SR40?
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All-TigerNet [12763]
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springfield xd is made in croatia.***
Jul 20, 2012, 9:44 AM
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All-TigerNet [12098]
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Well then their web site is very misleading
Jul 20, 2012, 9:51 AM
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Says Springfield XD - first name in American firearms
http://www.springfield-armory.com/index.php
Don't own one - Have 2 Rugers just looked at the website to learn more about before I said buy American
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All-TigerNet [12763]
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yep. American company that imports that model gun***
Jul 20, 2012, 9:59 AM
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All-TigerNet [12098]
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Good to know***
Jul 20, 2012, 10:03 AM
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Re: Not to take away from the gun though. They are great
Jul 20, 2012, 10:11 AM
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but they just don't fit my criteria of Made in the USA like the Rugers and Smiths.
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110%er [5330]
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Sprinfields are made in Croatia arent they?***
Jul 20, 2012, 11:52 AM
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110%er [5330]
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If you can read it
Jul 20, 2012, 11:54 AM
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Rock Defender [53]
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Also says it on the barrel
Jul 20, 2012, 12:01 PM
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Just took a pic of mine.
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Legend [15863]
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Some SA's are made out of the country some here - generally
Jul 20, 2012, 4:51 PM
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a lot of the components are created elsewhere
final assembly here= made in USA
some have entire usa production
you can tell by the Price too
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All-TigerNet [12763]
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the XD started as a rebranded HS2000 (IIRC)
Jul 20, 2012, 5:32 PM
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Now, I believe Springfield sends them the specs, but still made in the same place. Some of their 1911's are also made out of country.... Brazil, I think.
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Rock Defender [53]
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Thanks everyone!
Jul 20, 2012, 10:12 AM
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I look forward to making the final decision tomorrow and reporting back!
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All-TigerNet [12098]
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Simi related question
Jul 20, 2012, 10:19 AM
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ever since I had to get bifocals I can either focus on the target or the sights on a pistol
I go to the eye dr next week should I ask her about shooting glasses or am I just a screwed old fart?
Rifle is no problem
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Rock Defender [53]
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Use the Force, young ringknocker***
Jul 20, 2012, 10:24 AM
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Re: just focus on the front dot and let her rip!***
Jul 20, 2012, 10:25 AM
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Rock Defender [53]
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I've got an XD9.
Jul 20, 2012, 11:38 AM
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Nice gun. The glock feels like it weighs less.
Either is too big for concealed carry IMO.
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Oculus Spirit [75663]
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That is what a sports coat is for.***
Jul 20, 2012, 11:51 AM
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Historian [3612]
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Neither. Go with a Smith & Wesson 9mm.***
Jul 20, 2012, 11:50 AM
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I shoot a XDm .45 compact and have had a an XD .40
Jul 20, 2012, 4:30 PM
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sub-compact. The Sprinfield XD line are great guns. Very reliable and shoot consistent. The .45 i bought recently and it doesn't have the recoil as bad as most thing. The barrel is only 3.8", and the XDm model comes with a staggered magazine meaning it can hold 13 rounds + 1 in the chamber. I recommend giving the .45 a chance. Although your ammo will be cheaper w the .40 or 9mm. Either way Springfield makes an excellent fire arm
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Rock Defender [53]
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Thanks for your input!
Jul 20, 2012, 4:34 PM
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I think the .45 is out because this is for both the lady and myself. I have been debating between the .40 and 9... that's my other big decision
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Expert [1853]
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Re: Thanks for your input!
Jul 20, 2012, 4:43 PM
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On that i would say try to shoot both guns before making your purchase, you and your lady. Then pick the one y'all like best! Good luck finding what you're wanting!
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Legend [15863]
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I dislike glocks
Jul 20, 2012, 4:49 PM
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get the SA
or a Ruger
9mm suck
get a .40 at least
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