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Old 07-04-2013, 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by douglas_knott View Post
I was looking at the same gun yesterday Chris I am thinking of getting the .45 xds myself.
I have ONE. It's my daily CCW. I can tell you, I LOVE my 1911's as much as anyone here. I also HATE Glocks. The XD "S" is very accurate for it's size, I can shoot 3-4 inch groups POA=POI at 15 yds. It eats all ammo , and for carry, you have 6 rounds of heavy hitting .45 ACP JHP's at your disposal.
It's easy as heck to take down and clean, has a decent & consistent trigger pull of about 5 lbs. Short Pull, Short Reset too. The trigger is actually great for the gun's purpose. From a Glock Hater, 1911 Lover's standpoint, I like the Springfield XD's. It is not a range gun, but for self defense, it fits the bill very well.
VERY Concealable! And the sights are perfect for low light, or any daytime conditions. The red fiber rod is great, Springfield gives you spare rods, even a green one if you like.
And last but not least, IF you have to defend yourself, a $500.00 gun in evidence for god knows how long, beats an over a $1000.00 one in Evidence anyday.
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