Glock 23 vs Springfield XD-40
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XD 40 all day. That’s my go to for the past 10 years
I have the 3” and 4” XD40 Mod. 2’s. Absolutely love them and dead nuts accurate.
I have an XD40 and love it. Got it slightly used for $360 too! Love it! I load it with Hornady Critical Defense.
Held both at the store yesterday...didnt like the Glock 23 in my hand. I have large hands and my fingers overlapped on the finger grooves to where it actually felt uncomfortable. Grabbed the XD 40 and what a difference! The grip feels fantastic and secure. Damn near perfect fit in my hand and that was the deciding factor in which one i went for.
The AR Guy what about the glock 22
You made the right decision, XD 40 all the way.
@@nyashnader1 Any glock with those darn finger grooves dont work for me. We're stuck with gen 3 here in this shitty state. I did get a hold of a 19x...that felt fantastic too. Though only available to law enforcement or ppt via ffl
Great job! G23 my first gun I ever bought and still one of my favs. 1994 and 10's of thousands of rounds through it...still going strong!
The Springfield XD does not come with polymer sights. You are confusing that with the Glock Factory sites that are polymer. XD sights and XDM sights are steel sights.
Right
I love my XD I'm going to get a glock 23 tho, but I'm Springfield XD all the way
Glock is the Chevy and XD is the Cadillac. Just a better made gun in a few minor ways. Both are great
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which is more accurate and reliable?
GM/government motos to the glock might hurt some glock homer's feelings
Definitely not better made. My friend has an xd40 and I have the 22 and 23 both 40s by glock and everytime we go to the range my glocks out perform the xd in every way
Thanks for the look. I like the Glock,too, but for another reason. Due to the grip safety, the length of pull never changes regardless of the backstrap. On the Glock, you can put the beaver tail backstrap on and get a little more distance from the trigger. Since I have long fingers, I need that little bit to help me stop pushing shots low and left. My Glock G22 is the second most accurate pistol with my shooting that I have. My Sig P229 in .40 edges it out. I really shoot .40 well!
I’ve shot both, also owned both in 9mm. To me, both great guns, the XD always felt a little more comfortable in my hands, the glocks I always had to re adjust my grip. So, from my perspective , the XD fits me better, so I shoot it better.
No knock on glock at all. I’d never feel undergunned or such. It’s just a matter of ergonomics for me.
I really don’t see one as “ better”, just preference.
40’s were all I had for years, that has changed but still love the 40!
.40 is such a great round. Can't believe people are turning on it.
@@berettaxd7566 Yep, makes me sad. I only own .40 pistols.
Absolutely love my XD40.. I have several other pistols but my XD is my EDC.
Still or did you grab the hellcat?
Both excellent firearms. I was looking to buy the 23 when the sales guy showed me the xd40, The grip was noticeably more to my liking, but what sold me was the price, I bought the bi-tone xd for over $100 less than the 23, having already researched the xd 'torture test" articles. Probably close to 5000 rnds through the xd by now with no problems.
Tony Williams same here buddy. I went the Turners with intentions of buying the Glock 23
(CA resident so it’s only 10rounds a mag. Rather have 10 in 40cal than 10 9mm)
But It was gonna be my first gun for home defense & CC but just like you I’ve done my research on all the handguns in my price range & saw that torture test on the XD too, but for only 50$ more Than the Glock 23 with 2 mags I got the XD 40 geared up package with 5 magazines, hard & soft case, speed loader & holster which I couldn’t use being left handed but still I saved maybe over 200$ on those 3 extra mags & speed loader which runs about 30$. Also people who own an XD 40 or Glock 23 that it can very cheaply convert to a 9mm barrel which I’m gonna purchase for 169$ & just get some 9mm magazines. Fun project & saves money if I ever want a 9mm to practice with.
I love Glocks but I’m sorry, I just love the hell out of the XD. Especially the XD 40 subcompact. You can’t beat the feel of a 40 XD subcompact with the added grip area provided by the 10+1 mag. It’s just a better firearm. Then you get the XD brand new, out the box, and you put more than $100 savings in your pocket to spend on a great holster or extra magazines or extra ammo OR TOWARDS A BATTLE RIFLE! The XD is just the best! They should be charging more for it than the Glock. BTW I absolutely adore Glocks but the XD 40 is just the better choice all the way around. The quality is exceptional!
Glock comes with polymer guide rod and polymer Factory sights unless upgraded. Glocks have a very squishy trigger and even for polymer guns. XD are heavier because they have a steel guide rod, beefier slide rails, Steel mag release and thicker polymer. XD mags eject a lot faster than Glocks in my experience the Palmer on the Glock mags imho don't eject has fast and can even slightly hang up which is why most people do tactical mag flips with the Glocks.
Thanks for the review.. I'm finally going for my first Glock soon and it will be a 23 Gen 4. Hopefully in FDE if I can find one.
I like because the XD has a fully supported chamber AND double recoil spring so the XD can handle hotter loads and will last longer...
Just wanted to mention that as a reloader and bullet caster the ability to shoot lead cast bullets and not bulging the brass because of the chamber design give the XD a leg up over the Glock for me.
Gotta admit love watching you do those two handed firing scenes, so badass. I really wanna practice doing that. I already own the XD 40 & was very very close to getting the Glock 23 & that day at the gun shop/Turners I actually intended on buying a Glock 19 or the 23 cause in CA it’s only 10 a mag so, off the bat I was set on a 40 cal, but when I saw that Springfield which I already knew from research was just as great of a fire arm had the gear up package which was 5 Magazines, hard & soft case, speed loader, and since I’m a lefty the holster they gave was useless but still a lot of stuff for my buck I’m so happy for this review and confirming my purchase cause I am very happy with my XD 40. I shoot it very well cause it’s my only EDC & home protection pistol atm.
But do plan on getting a Glock 23 still then buy a converter 9mm barrel for both my XD 40 & Glock 23 so I have that option to switch either one out. On top it just sounds like a very cool project being able to have either Glock 9mm & XD 40 or vice versus.
Thanks for the upload!
That grip safety in MHO, makes the Springfield XD more viable with respect to self defense. I have the 45 XD service and it's nice to have that extra measure.
I love my XD40 5000 rounds Nooo malfunction at all amazing gun and my top favorite
I have stove pipes with win white box when clean ... Ever had that issue with stock mags
Petros is your XD 3.8 or 4.0?
@@gutadin5 4.0
I will always keep one of the two as my home defense weapon. Sold my Glock 22 and regret it but I love my xd 40!!
I am so glad I found your channel. You do good work.
BaronAguon Thanks very much!! Welcome!
The XD is a hard pistol to beat and I used to be a huge XDm fan. When I bought my first Glock it was a 23. well.. I don't own anymore XD's. I do have 5 Glocks. I still respect the XD and really like the remake of the XD in your video as the new Mod2. It's a big update.
Wow you played yourself dirty doing that bro.. I would have bought every XD you had.... I can't believe you seriously prefer the Glock....
I'm glad you found something you like and that you do carry... I just am shocked... I don't think I ever met someone that has experience with BOTH prefer the Glock...
@@shanescatsandcannabisfarm2965 yeah I love how simple they are and I’ve gotten very good with them. The genius in its design is amazing. The XD is solid, but kinda slapped together without too much thought to its design. When you really dig in these firearms, the Glock is so simple and genius in its internal design and function.
Love the .40
i am a Glock fanboy but i did notice that the xd recoiled less at the beginning of the video
I think the XD is a much under-rated pistol.
It definitely does. I had both & especially with 180gr 40s, the G23 gave me welt on trigger finger (trigger guard too small) & bruised web of my hand. I could shoot XD40s all day with 180gr rounds. G23s carry better & shoot better with 155gr. The XD40 feels more solid & is heavier.
@justin opinion I love them too those look and I'm sure work awesome I'll have to pick some up or get my gen 4 fitted with some when I get it. Thanks for the videos
Love my Glock and XD firearms, both are fantastic.Best of both worlds.
I bet the xd40 will never pignose like so many glocks lol, and wow can you see the recoil spring on your glock! Imo that makes the xd the one for me🖒
the glock grip KILLS the entire pistol. HORRIBLE GRIP!
The sights are even worse. I mean, how the hell do you use them? No, you can't argue that it's okay with aftermarket sights -- that's an added expense and complication and it doesn't fix something wrong with the stock gun.
I just bought a xd 40 today shot about 200 rounds and not one jam and I love it the safety features on the Handel is awsome too it's a Great gun
You're probably the first person I have ever heard say that the Glock trigger is better than the XD. I can't stand the Glock trigger and the XD is just a all around better made gun.
upgrade the Glock trigger to APEX
Actually the trigger is about the best thing glock has on xd the trigger pull on the xd is long asf im selling my glock for a xd tho
I carry the glock 23 gen 4 every day. Its a great shooter and I have to say, I like the glock 23 more than the xd-45 I used to have.
The G23 is an ideal CCW, no doubt about that!
@@JustinOpinionChannel that’s soooooo true
Why do you think the XD had polymer sights? They are steel...
I have both.. I prefer the Springfields in subcompact and Glocks in compact to full size.. Springfield makes nice high capacity small guns..
so the XD had a longer grip, but held one less round?
When I went to buy my first carry gun in 2004 I went with the 23. I still to this day carry that gun. I will probably carry it as long as I live simply because when I reach for it I know how it's going to feel before my hand ever touches it. It has been very reliable and I have put some crappy ammo through it. Does that mean that there aren't better or at least equally good options out there? Of course not. It is just what I'm used to and has earned my trust with it's rock solid reliability. I like most guns. I'm a gun guy so I like to shoot almost all of them. That being said I don't really understand why a striker fired pistol like the XD-40 requires a grip safety. Just seems like an extra feature that could possibly fail or keep you from firing if you had your hands injured in some sort of attack and couldn't get a proper grip. This is a very detailed video of both guns. Thanks for taking the time to put this together Justin Opinion
Buffalo Thanks for the great comment! I agree with the unnecessary nature of the grip safety. Not a big deal for me really, but your point about another possible failure point is a valid one. I suspect that it was either due to a regulation (don't know Croatian regs) or someone trying to be proactive in the event of same... but it really adds no real value. You made a heck of a good choice in 2004, and I can't think of a single reason to tell you to reconsider it! Like you though, I'm a gun guy and I love to shoot 'em all!
I like it, it always works for me. When bolstering the pistol it provides protection from something that might get in the trigger guard like clothes or drawstring of a jacket.
Love my XD 40 and will be picking up a Glock 23 this weekend after watching this.
I want them to be a similar as possible.
+mancave veteran One of each - that's what I preach!! :) I think you'll enjoy having both.
+Justin Opinion Went with a Glock 22 Gen4 this afternoon.
i've never liked the way the slide was cut on the XD's. Reminds me of a double decker bus!
I had a HS200. Should have never gotten rid of it. If you ever get a G19X & an XD9 9mm service model ... would be interesting to see you put em head to head.
Springfield built better than glock
my xd40 has steel sights,it is not a mod 2. bought it new 12/4/16. my subcompact xd40 is 5 years old and has steel sights. when did they use polymer sights on the xd. just curious if it's a restricted item for some states. I am in michigan.
I have an XD and a Gen 4 Glock 22. Now before I go on, I will say this, I have always been an XD fan over the Glock due to the straight up and down grip angle of the Glock. But, since the coming of the gen 4 in Glock with the re adjusted grip angle and the 1911 style back strap on, I find the two so close in comparison that I can not tell much of a TRUE difference in the two. Most people will choose one over the other due to name brands but, truly as far as shooting the two goes, there's virtually no difference to me. You talked about the take down lever being abrasive on your thumbs, I too am a thumbs forward shooter and I personally have not had an issue with that. My thumb actually covers the majority of the lever so that does not bother me. In my opinion overall, I still lean a bit more towards the XD. Just my opinion. Oh yeah, how bout those flyers you had there on both targets! LOL Just curious, how many yards away was you? Great video by the way.
Karl Rifenbark a
My Holsters for my XD 40 , Are Fobus, Paddle, That I wear in a Cross Draw at times,And a Galco Lite, Shoulder Holster ,At times also, Both are very comfortable, For long wear etc.
Incorrect, sir… The Glock sites are made of cheap plastic and the XD sites are steel right out of the box
XDS have steal sights
Shot one way back in 2013 and fell in love but as of a few days ago I now own one
When ever I am not caring my 1911 gun, for CC, I carry my XD 40 full size pistol, Love this gun & it's Features also, Very Reliable, Easy to conceal, & With the right Factory ammo, it's Dependable should the SHTF, should ever happen etc.
Thanks for another fine production.
Do you have any experience with the Spfld. Range Officer "Compact" yet ? I'm contemplating ordering one. It's what I've been looking for in a LW carry 1911, Officer frame, 4" fully supported ramped bull barrel. Put one to the Test for me.
*Peace*
Ed Bo Would be happy to test one if one came my way. Looks like a great pistol, and IMHO Springfield makes fantastic 1911's.
XD40 was my first gun over twenty years ago. That was before you got the melanite finish and all the extra gear you get today. It was a good pistol for many years, even stopped a would be home invasion. However I never really cared for the height of the slide and I shoot better with other guns like sig and glock. That's just me though. I carry a sig daily now.
I bought my XD-40 in 2002, the 1st year with the Springfield name on it. I also have many other pistols, Glock, Sig, Beretta, HK, Walther, etc. Still use the XD-40 as my main home defense gun, I trust it that much.
You know what is also comforting about the xd, fully supported chamber, and maybe that's were part of your extra weight is from, but that's okay I'll take my xd's anytime.
Re supported chamber, Glock could learn from the XD's design, but as an owner of 2 G-23s and 1 G-22, I opted to upgrade their OEM barrels with Storm Lake barrels...the latter has reinforced chambers for the .40 round.
Semper Fi Mac - '84 - '06
Love this guy's videos but he is missing one HUGE factor and that is with Glock, out of the box Glock is mostly plastic. With the Glock you have to buy new sights, guild rods and honestly I find the trigger mushy. I own all calibers shields, XD service in 40-9mm, sig 9mm and KT sub2000 gen2 and out of my pistols the XD has the best trigger.
This was a great review and you kept the fact that you can switch the Glock to 9mm or 357Sig out of the equation just another reason I got the 23 to go with my 19. the 357Sig barrel is like $115 dollars and you just switch it out they say the regular 23 40s&w mag holds the 357Sig but idk cuz I haven't got the barrel yet.
same mags for 357sig. I use .40 mags with my glock 32
I would like to see you do a review on the Glock 23 Gen 5.
You neglected one major comparison; stuffing it in your holster with an obstruction in the trigger guard, say, your shirt tail (this does happen to everyone at least once in your lifetime). On the Glock, an accidental discharge is imminent, risking life and limb. On the XD, so long as your hand is not depressing the grip safety, no worries. Advantage: XD, for the win, because what good is a gun that is a statistically insignificantly more accurate, carries a round or two more in the magazine(the XD-M has one round more than the 23), has the optional tritium sights (that are available on the XD as well), if it will shoot you if you make one inadvertent mistake. Also, this was an apples vs. oranges comparison: they should both be similarly optioned and with similar features. An XD-M with similar features as the Glock tested would be about the same price; the difference would be barrel length, and magazine capacity.
+efredfarm That's like saying falling off a ladder or crashing into a school bus are things that "happen to everyone at least once...". I take holstering a handgun seriously and when I do, that task has my full attention. I've gone this far without snagging my clothing - but as an S.O. I've seen many folks come close (and would have, had I not stopped them). So your point has some merit, but I still feel strongly that WE are responsible for firearm safety - not the firearms.
but what about the conversion you can do to the G23 and switch calibers so it literally 3 guns in one.
Good review. Glock 23 gen4 for me all the way.
Great and fun comparison video.
23 or 19? 23 or 19?
Decisions, decisions! I'll probably go with a 19 as my next purchase even though the 23 with a 9mm barrel and mags makes a very versatile handgun.
I have to sell my XD9sc first, its been a great gun (one of my CCW) and never had a failure, I'm pretty accurate with it at defense distances but gun guys are just like this some times. Get extra mags, a couple holsters, go through qualifying with it, carry it for a few trouble free years and decide to make a change. LOL
Yes, the agony of decisions! I like the idea of the 23 with the extra barrel and mags - best of both.
Agreed, it would be nice to fire either 9mm or 40. Such groovy stuff.
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Wait, you can put a glock 19 barrel in the glock 23 slide and it will work? Do I need special magazines, or use my glock 19 magazines? Is the glock 23 and 19 the same exact size mag wells?
I rotate my 1911 45 ACP, XD 40, and 3rd Gen G19 and I like the XD most
I’ve got both love them both
xd hands down the best to me
Put a 1000 rounds through my glock 23 gen4. It's my EDC hands down glock !!
any malfunction?
The rear sight on that Springfield XD is *NOT* a "polymer" sight. The Springfield XD comes with fully dovetailed, steel, low-profile, 3-dot sights, that Springfield claims will "outlive your grandchildren's kids". Unlike the OEM polymer plastic sights that come on a Glock 23, which only uses a dovetail to secure the rear plastic sight and simply uses a tiny set screw to secure the front plastic sight.
a Honda civic is reliable and has a large after market like glock but does that mean I want one to ride cross country in he'll no
The glock is the most clean look to me very simple pistol
In my opinion, this was not quite a fair comparison. I consider the G23 a carry pistol and the XD-40 a range pistol. Cool shirt!
I think the G23 certainly is considered a carry gun without even thinking about it (and it is), but I still think the XD40 is right there with it. Slightly larger in some of the key areas, but in my experience just as reliable and accurate. Choices are good!! Yeah, it is a great shirt. I have to thank the awesome folks at Talon Gun Grips for that!
Why did you bother to measure your groups? Both guns, at 8 yards in a ransom rest, will punch one ragged hole.
This simply shows your ability, and your's alone, shooting both guns, and that you tend to operate a bit better using the glock.
I can punch golf balls at 30 yards off a bench with a glock, but cannot shoot my XD45 even close to as accurate. I've been shooting glocks so long, that the trigger on the XD feels like a foreign object, feels very heavy but crisp, and I have a wrist malfunction it feels like, when the trigger breaks on the XD45.
Glock trigger and the SMACK reset, positive reset stop and immediate trigger re-engagement are superior by far on the Glock.
The XD needs some major trigger work to make it similar to a glock.. however, I think the end result with a trigger kit you can get a superior trigger to what you can get in a glock..
They're totally different designs. One thing you definitely should have shown when comparing, the XD's rear rails are not metal like Glock... they are polymer only. I don't think the rear rail will ever give out, but it may decrease gradually over time, changing the slide lockup, thus gradually the gun will become less and less accurate over time .. (not proven, just a hypothesis) Cheers.
I had an XD that was laser accurate and over 15,000 rounds. no noticeable wear to the rear guides. I don't think they have to do much or anything because of the size and length of the main locking block section. and yes, both guns will drill a hole in the target at 10yards.
I wonder if Glock will ever change the thickness of the grip obvious more people dislike it more then they do like it
I wouldn't exactly trust your offhand shooting for group patterns it is extremely easy to shoot a very tight pattern and then two seconds later shoot a sloppy one
+Jake Bob That's true, and I often make the disclaimer "from this shooter, on this day". Just about every gun I own can outshoot me any day - but ergonomics and trigger feel, how they shoot if I'm tired or having an off day, all those things matter to me more than how it looks in a Ransom rest. It's not meant to be a scientific comparison.
I traded my glock 19 gen3 for an xd.40. Honestly, I didnt like the xd and was actually pretty regretful of the transaction in hindsight. I now carry a glock 23.
I've got both of these. My XD came with 16 rd magazines.
not in .40 cal
I like the original sights on the glock rather then the 2 dots
These guns look exactly identical
I'm selling my glock for a xd
I’ve owned both pistols since 2014. The Springfield is generally smoother. I’m uncomfortable with and untrusting of the Glock safety.
I just bought the xd40 today used for $330. I didn't open it to inspect it because I am a first time buyer. I wouldn't know what to look for even if I did. I trusted the gun seller but didn't realize they were like used car salesmen.
It isn’t a bad gun at all. You’ll still love the XD. When it comes to shooting them there damn near identical, and as a first time owner, you probably wouldn’t know the difference anyways. The XD is by far better for a beginner IMHO.
I bought one new for that price, in CA of all places.
The xd is also going to weigh more because of the steel guide rod. I wonder how much more the glock weighs when you replace its plastic one with a steel one. Anyone got that weight?
Dude that's not the only reason it weighs more. The whole gun is bigger and bulkier! Most the weight is in the slide.
The frame is thicker polymer, especially in the dustcover/accessory rail area.
Yeah that slide is beefy as hell
Umm, I own both, so why choose? Buy one of each.
I’m about to do same thing and pick up a gen 5 .23
You shoot your hand loads in that Glock 23??? You're a braver man than I am. That's why I like my XD, fully supported chamber don't have to worry about the Kaboom.
I think the Kaboom myth is for those who don’t clean their firearms regularly. My Glock list includes the 17, 19, 20, 22, 23, 26, 27, 29, & 30. Between all of them, I can safely say I’ve shot over 100K reloads. Granted, I do purchase lead rounds covered in HiTek coating. But I’ve never experienced any issue whatsoever.
I will say this though.. I do clean my firearms Religiously after every session at the range
I'm a m&p fan, own three of them. Between the glock and the xd, I think I'd pick the xd even though its kind of an ugly gun. The xd is in my opinion better quality materials. Not a fan of the grip safety look on the xd. I'd like to shoot both and compare to my M&P 👍.
At least the xd got rid of that grip zone nonsense on the receiver lol.
The glock is as ugly as they come, Great quality.
I have large hands and I prefer the xd but the Glock is great.
Xd40 recoil is violent...the glock 22 is so much more manageable....
Xd 40
Measuring trigger pull is good. But what about measuring racking. My XD measured almost 17lb out of the box. I struggled a little with it. My wife simply couldn't rack it at all. It's down to 14lb now. Better, but still high, in my opinion.
Should we call you Darth Opinion now?
LOL!
1:34 how u do that with your hands?! 🤯
He freakin glitched at the beginning also 😂😂😂
I was neutral on both until you pointed out that magazine release. There is no way I would carry the XD for that very reason. It is a good gun but I'd keep it at home and carry something else. For me that mag release is a deal breaker. I wouldn't mind the lever for the slide being there but that mag release button is all wrong for me. If I have to adjust my grip to drop a mag in a hurry I would just assume carry something that better fits my hand.
gunforme mag release good on xd better than a glock and I have both
Glocks are garbage. Bandwagon Glock followers will disagree. Independent people with knowledge will agree. : )
I agree
Glock 22 over both, I had an xd40 but Springfield isn't Springfield anymore my xd was nowhere as good as my glocks
I love my glock 23 gen4 🔥💪
Same here & so much I own a gen 3 & 4 but I prefer the gen3 even though the gen4 shoots a little softer.
for me they are the same only change in the style of recoil
same thing with me and the XD mag release.
i gotta alter the grip. and thats a no-go to some people.
its what i got for now, definitely looking at other options that fit me
also the sights on the my MOD 2 are metal.
Mod. 2’s are beautiful. Bummed that they stopped making them.
XD FTW
Well I have both and feel the same to me. But I am am to shoot the glock. With all the kaboom and brakes. But I got it new for 350 even though it is 10yrs old. So I don't shoot hallow points. And it wont hurt to lose it in A self defense situation.
Can’t beat the G23
I"m sure it takes alot of time and effort to make good videos- you do a great job-and for me its Glock...
Thanks much! Seems like it takes longer than it should, but I enjoy doing them.
WTF...just plain wrong, I've had 4 XD 40s, ALL HAD STEEL SIGHTS, my old Glock 20, 10mm had plastic sights, you're just plain wrong...MAYBE with those night sights, which look like Meprolights, those are steel, standard Glocks ALL HAVE PLASTIC SIGHTS!!! My XD defender costs $335, what about the Glock?? Most of your pro-Glock points are picky, BUT as a Glock-salesman, you join the "I-Hate-XD's" group.... I've never seen such outright HATE against a fine product as against the XD!! You join that chorus!! Quit pretending you don't!! LOBL
Originally I forgot your NOT MENTIONING the XD STANDARD ambidextrous mag releases as you made such a BIG POINT of you not liking the XD mag release... like most other manufactures only allow SILLY SWAPPING release sides, which can't be done in battle, JUST USELESS, compared to always ready ambidextrous XD releases!!
You fumble with "XDM your still short of a Glock capacity" which is true of a XD BUT not an XDM!!
You SKIP XD's most unique feature, very simple and overlooked since NO ONE ELSE HAS IT: "Muzzle Protector" which keeps slide in battery even though pressed against a captive's back... like a revolver... more needed for self protection than other areas!!
Also you neglect to mention Glock's plastic guide rod; disturbingly my G20 rod ALWAYS moved out of alignment everytime I dismantled the gun, unlike XD's. Just how long will that thin plastic hold together out of alignment under the pressure of the guide spring???
Next is the Glock unnatural pointing qualities unlike the 1911, Hi-power, Sig, XD, etc.
What's this; you do not measure out the smaller XD headshot group, just the Glock???
lower bore axis, lighter, no grip safety (just something else to break), shorter, Austria versus Croatia, price....like both but if I had to choose only one
I weighed in all those things when I made the switch to Glock. Both are fine pistols though.
Xd>glock
that takedown lever placement on the xd must be annoying
the XD is a service pistol not a CCW pistol......
There are CC XD's. I carry one everywhere.
SAVAGE ROOKIE The G19/23 are equally at home as a service/open carry and a CCW. Just note it being chosen by Seals and Marine Socom units. It was outwardly stated by both units that the G19/23 size was chosen for it's adaptability in either role. Nothing wrong with an XD at all and I really like it but the Glock is more flexible and get's the gold star in that aspect. Enjoy either one (or both) with no apologies. Be safe out there.
This is just my opinion so don't get mad but I think those grip safeties are pointless.
Glock gets it right Before any comparisons start. By that I mean Glock has the size to weight ratio down pat. No comparison in my humble opinion. After that you can throw in the other advantages. after-market stuff, parts,if you should ever need them, the AK of handguns thing (reliability). I would recommend the g32 & g33 though. 357sig is hard to beat, there again in my humble opinion. By the way when can we expect a 32-33 review?
Funny, I don't have a Glock in .357SIG and I keep thinking I should get one....