Glock vs. Springfield xd?

Question

im a sig sauer owner but Im planing to buy either glock or springfield xd for IDPA match.. i need input on witch is a better hand gun

Answer 1

why don't you try out your sig in an IDPA match?
shoot it a few times and if you don't like it get something esle.
i wouldn't go out and buy a new gun to use when you can use the one you have.
if you do plan on getting a new pistola, you should buy what you are more comfortable with. be it the glock or the xd you should try to get some range time with both models. also something else to consider is the aftermarket. there are a tons of stuff out there for glocks, and every day you see more items coming out for xd. having shot both guns and sigs as well i think that the xd fits better in my hand almost like a 1911. but i have a glock 17 with some mods that were done real cheap. one thing that you would want to do on a glock is change the factory sights with some dawsons, warren tactical, or heine sights. i use my glock for uspsa, bowling pins and other disciplines.
i have never had a complaint about my g17 once i changed the sights. under 2 inch groups at 25 yards offhand.
lastly what gun does Dave Sevigny use and how many titles has he won using a basically BOX stock gun?


A GLOCK

Answer 2

I would go with a Springfield XD. If you are sure you want a .45 as a conceal carry *and theres nothing wrong with that* then I think the 4inch Compact model would be perfect. Two of my friends have xd's one of them has a .40 sub compact and a .40 full size, and the other has a .45 tactical. I've fired all three guns quite a few times when we all go up shooting, and I have to say I enjoy shooting all of them. The recoil on the sub-compact isn't as bad as I thought it'd be for such a small polymer pistol. In comparison, my dad has a full size glock 22 in .40. While I do like that pistol, and enjoy shooting it, I find the XD's to be more comfortable in the hands. I would suggest going to a local gunshop or gun range and getting a feel for both manufacturers and even try to rent both if it's possible. Both firearms will generally feed whatever you give them so you shouldn't have to worry about ammo selection. And while I agree with the guy with the 1911 about the weight and feel of a metal gun, Polymer guns have been around long enough to where you don't have to fear them blowing apart or melting. Glocks seem to be doing pretty well for the last 30 years or so. In another note to the 1911 man, XD's also don't have an external hammer, and there are ton's of guns that don't. The double action trigger pull along with the trigger safety and the grip safety *along with common sense* are plenty enough to safely carry the gun ****** and locked. If funds aren't a problem I would also look into Sig's and HK's. They are both outstanding firearms companies. I have a Sig 225 that I absolutely love. Lightweight, small enough, and shoots everything I feed it.

Answer 3

This is more of an opinionated question than anything else. Both are very similar is design and both have a similar array of figurations and calibers. Go to a gunshop with a range and try out few different GLOCKs and SA XDs and see what feels better to you. I myself never really liked the feel of GLOCKs and I have a Compact XD40 that I absolutely love. But that's not to say that GLOCKs are bad firearms, it's probably the most used handgun in the world right now.

Answer 4

Glock

Answer 5

Technically DJ the Glock and XD are both double action only. They are not single action. Single action triggers only release the hammer or striker on the firing pin, the operator has to manually pull the trigger back for that first shot. When you pull the trigger on a Glock two separate actions are happening, 1 the striker is being set back into a firing position. 2 the striker is then released onto the primer. 2 actions are being performed hence double action only.
P.S. go with Glock, the Springfield is just a Croation based knock off

Answer 6

I prefer the XD over Glocks. I like the grip feel in my hand better than Glocks. XDs also have more safeties on them. Grip safety, Striker Indicator on back of slide, Load Indicator top of slide. The XD is a little heavier so less recoil. You can also get two-tone finish with the XD, if that floats your boat. I shoot more accurately with a XD, the sights are much easier on the eye. I have shot a Glock 23, 17. I own a XD 9mm ported and .45ACP Tactical. Good Luck and happy shooting.

Answer 7

It falls to personal comfort. I would seriously consider the Glock because it sits lower in your hand (less felt recoil) and as of now you can purchase every kind of up grade you can imagine. You can even order new frames like stainless steel or (reportedly) even clear plastic. I don't know of any kits available for trigger over travel, break, and titanium firing pins, for the Xd.
Most of the IPSC and IDPA clubs that shoot at my range shoot Glocks, Custom 1911's,

Answer 8

You already have one of the best (DJ is absolutely correct ).Sig Sauer is the perfect blend of single & double action for IDPA sanctioned matches. I also compete and all you need as evidence is to look what other competetor's on the line are shooting themselves. As you have already been told you must decide which matches and class you intend to compete in first.If you want a second gun, that is of course up to you.....It's your choice and you should use whatever fits you and you can shoot best. No one can decide this but you..

Answer 9

You own the best.

I think the two actually compete in different shooting divisions, one being double action, the the Glock and the XD considered a single action. So you need to decide which class you want to shoot in or what's popular near you.

Answer 10

My preference would be the Glock. The long side Glocks with compensators, I think will do what you ask of it in competition.