I went with the XD purely based on the trigger feel and the way it felt in my hand. I have put over 2,000 rounds so far with zero malfunctions. Btw, RIP Barry.
@vettevegas8549 Жыл бұрын
Yup. RIP.
@ThePetersmith77 Жыл бұрын
What happened to barry?
@victorramosjr22396 ай бұрын
I just got an XD40 sub compact and I shot it yesterday. Now I know what people are talking about when they were talking about "trigger bite". But I'm still keeping it. Sucks that those magazines are friggin' expensive though. I only have one 12 rd mag with mag sleeve and a 9 rd mag.
@CWhernidsyАй бұрын
@@ThePetersmith77Barry sadly passed away nearly ten years ago suddenly and unexpectedly. I believe there is a “gun gripe” episode of Eric talking about it. They were expecting him to come into work and he didn’t show, which was unlike him. If I remember right they found him passed away at his home.
@seannovack38343 жыл бұрын
I've been a firearms instructor for nearly 18 years and I've carried a Springfield XD9mm for more than 15 of those. I've never had a misfire that was the fault of the weapon. The grip angle of the Glock makes it feel like a brick in my hand.
@hoodieboy1515 Жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!
@natlovell1222 ай бұрын
Just purchased a subcompact xd9 here in Ca for $399. Excited to get that little tank out to the range. It’s my second Springfield Armory firearm, my other being a Mil Spec 1911. Great company
@livergen2 жыл бұрын
Well I hate to admit it, I came across this video because I needed to clean mine XD, just needed some refresher knowledge. I've been carrying my XD now for almost 20 years, Ranch manager, Personal Side Arm protection, So many life experiences that required me to always have my side arm available You might say. I now carry it constantly without hesitation living here in Texas on the border, ( illegal immigration has become a serious problem ) and I'm always alone in the middle of nowhere checking on ranches for owners who do not live here. I couldn't even begin to tell you how many thousands of rounds I have put through this 9 mm, it has always worked flawlessly. I have shot and handled Glocks On many occasions from my law enforcement and border patrol buddies, The Glock is a very sought after and dependable Side Arm, I guess the only thing I didn't like about it was it had a snappy feeling of un-solidness When you fired it. The Springfield Armory XD had a more solid and thicker feeling when fired, I use 16 round clips + 1 in the chamber & Cary two 16 round clips On my belt. Anyway it's embarrassing to admit it, but I realized I had not cleaned this little guy ( wearing it daily ) for maybe the last eight years, Occasionally drawing it to shoot a feral hog or a raccoon on occasion, then re-holstering it and going about my day. With all that's going on here on the border and in our country I knew I needed to stop and clean my XD and give it a little love, I was absolutely amazed at how filthy it was when I broke it down, it rides on my appendix and sees a lot of dirt and every day abuse from loading feeders, throwing hay to the animals, Pretty much everything you can imagine. All I can say this guy has been through hell, extremely accurate, and has taken a beating, stay blessed everybody & Keep to cover.... Danny in Texas
@Tain9509 жыл бұрын
Knowing Barry is gone is heart breaking a lot of us miss him so much. He will always be a true legend in the gun community. R.i.P Barry
@Crazy-Horse-Tx.9 жыл бұрын
Yep . Its sad to know he is gone .
@pablonaracena9 жыл бұрын
+bigbrownlatino OMG did hi died? What happen?
@Tain9509 жыл бұрын
pablo aracena He died a while back of a heart attack very sad.
@paulbrooks99578 жыл бұрын
+Nafir Alvarez A genuine "good ole boy". R.I.P.
@MOJOverseManny8 жыл бұрын
+Paul Brooks what is a good Ole boy?
@brandonpotts79958 жыл бұрын
Been a glock guy my whole life, recently bought a XD 45acp Mod 2. Best handgun I've ever purchased. Hands down. Quality, accuracy, just all around a amazing gun.
@warpartyattheoutpost49875 жыл бұрын
I bought the same gun and I love it! 13+1 .45 rounds in a small gun is amazing, considering the M9 service pistol I was used to could only carry 15+1 in 9mm and it was a full size combat gun. I'll take 14 rounds of 230 grain over 16 rounds of 115 grain.
@toddjenest32124 жыл бұрын
Same here. After buying my first Springfield XD, Ive never bought another Glock. I now own four Springfields and have never had a problem with any of them.
@imsodc94954 жыл бұрын
I too have the 45xd mod2 and a glock 18. Feel like the Springfield was made specifically for my hands. Never leave home with out it
@JimmyGlo6304 жыл бұрын
Brandon Potts Thank you 🙏
@gutadin54 жыл бұрын
guys can you tell me how's the trigger pull of the XD compare to the Glock?
@cwatson427852 жыл бұрын
Man I miss Barry 😥 Gone way too soon but certainly not forgotten. His legacy will live on forever on here. Guy just loved his guns and had so much knowledge.
@TwinkieCakey9 жыл бұрын
Croatian weapon, I'm proud of being a Croatian and I'm definitely proud to see a Croatian made weapon being shot and tested by American people. It's amazing to see that. :D
@qj8779 жыл бұрын
I carry an XD and i like it. A lot of people (most) who don't like the XD trash on it simply because its sold by Springfield but its made in Croatia. They act like Springfield is trying to pull a marketing gimmick even though "Croatia" is stamped on the slide lol. But those who say "XD sucks" can never come up with any reason why it actually "sucks". A good gun is a good gun. I'm glad Springfield picked it up because I never would have got one if not for their marketing.
@joetraina68449 жыл бұрын
Admittedly, I'm a Glock fanboy. I own a G19, 26 and 43. But today, I just put my cash down for an XD MOD 2 in .45. So congrats to you and your countrymen, they broke me of my one mindedness. Still love my Glocks, but I'm ready to branch out and your Croatian made gun win me over.
@bobbob-xp3pb9 жыл бұрын
Right on brother
@jennielo2099 жыл бұрын
Bbc.co
@rogelioheras95619 жыл бұрын
Dude and like they said it feels natural I'm a proud owner of an xd40. Tactical and I love that weapon!!
@TommyboyGTP11 жыл бұрын
Austria vs. Croatia... sounds like a World Cup match
@TheGlockno1 Жыл бұрын
In what?
@EntryLevelLuxury9 ай бұрын
@@TheGlockno1 The World Cup....
@TheGlockno19 ай бұрын
You know both are in europe
@EntryLevelLuxury9 ай бұрын
@@TheGlockno1Yes, they are very fond of soccer.
@TheGlockno19 ай бұрын
@@EntryLevelLuxury austria is really bad at soccer
@noell15352 жыл бұрын
Just bought my first gun a month ago, it was between the xd 9 or the glock, I took about two weeks looking at information, and also going to the store and handling then over and over. In the end the XD9 won me over due to how comfortable it was in my hands over the glock, the glock was nice looked better, but the XD9 just had a better feel and I went with it, seeing videos on the quality on both guns really made me feel better on my purchase
@scott22282 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the club. Guns are like tattoos. Once u get 1, more will follow eventually. I have both and u can’t go wrong w either.
@davidflowers2020 Жыл бұрын
That's pretty much what happened to me, but i may get a Glock as well.
@adrpals2324 Жыл бұрын
@@davidflowers2020 the more guns you have the better.
@JR-wj9it Жыл бұрын
I’m in this situation today and went with xd 9
@noell1535 Жыл бұрын
@@JR-wj9it also I preffered the safety features, one in the back and on the trigger, especially if you have kids around.
@LushFuchsia8 жыл бұрын
I love how Barry keeps arranging the pistols for display perfectly. His mannerisms are just fun to watch. He just can't keep his hands off them, You can tell he just loves what he does. AND awesome beard btw :)
@lloydshultz96454 жыл бұрын
My first pistol was a XD 40, 15 years ago. Never a problem love it. I own many more now but still one of my favorites.
@klausphx Жыл бұрын
Same Here bought Used XD 40 was owned by PHX AZ Police Officer . I enjoy Rapid Firing the Shit out of it
@williampolinchak6 жыл бұрын
I have the XD and it has never malfunctioned.
@lanejohnson34434 жыл бұрын
William Polinchak mine neither
@juaneato4 жыл бұрын
Me, too! XDm
@UGPVlogsLA4 жыл бұрын
Me too! I was just saying that above
@roberta63604 жыл бұрын
Years ago, I took a combat pistol course and it poured the entire weekend and was in the upper 30s and miserable. Everyone's gun was getting wet. Everyone's gun was jamming, Colt 1911s, Glocks, FN, etc. etc. even the instructors Glock jammed. The only one that kept firing without a hitch was someone's XD pistol. Any gun can fail, but the adverse conditions during that course (2 days - 8 hours each day) showed that the XD has a super reliable design!
@KyleGreen-ly9we4 жыл бұрын
Mine eathier it’s perfect
@Illeyejah4 жыл бұрын
As a forester I can say my XD 45 tac has been the most durable firearm I've ever carried in the field. I've found pine needles jammed up in it during regular matienence. And never once have I ever had a failure to feed
@irwintorres2209 жыл бұрын
I perfer the XD. Glocks are excellent but you just can't sell me on that grip angle.
@YesuAiNimen5 жыл бұрын
Same here and I thought I was just some sort of weirdo. I own both though and both are nice guns.
@zealot7775 жыл бұрын
I totally agree. I didn't like the "feel" of the Glock, the Springfield XD is near perfect. Quality is top notch too.
@buckshotgeorge72014 жыл бұрын
Hold it like a man not a bitch and you will be more inclined to glock
@gregnajar4 жыл бұрын
Buck Shot George LMFAOOOOOO
@bazc13784 жыл бұрын
Agreed, my main gripe are the tiny features.
@adrpals2324 Жыл бұрын
15 years ago I went to the gun shop to buy a glock. The salesman puts the glock on the top of the table and said let me show you a different type of gun we started selling here. He gets a xD and places it next to the glock. The salesman told me that he owns both but he has own the glock a lot longer. I asked him on his humble opinion of the two which one he thought was better. He grabbed the xD and said this is now my go to gun. The glock was a $100 more expensive but what I wanted was a reliable gun. Even if it cost more. I bought the xD and it has been a flawless gun. I have shot over 20000 rounds thru that gun and it shoots like the first day I bought it.
@paulburr80019 жыл бұрын
You could be hiking in the woods and run across a meth lab With a crazy guy shooting at you and 17 rounds just might not be enough God bless you barry
@000Bob000jones0009 жыл бұрын
+Paul Burr The sad part is that this has happened. My parents were walking through the woods on our farm and ran across a small meth lab (they use the ammonia fertilizer to hide the smell). Luckily no one was there and they simply called the police.
@hangemhigh20009 жыл бұрын
+Paul Burr Round here we have to watch out for rabid dragons. Nothing more important than being a fan boy with a cheap gun. than having better sights and trigger. Better to carry a beta mag. :)
@SDADDYWSL1TR3Y8 жыл бұрын
+Mr. Midshipman gay
@eazyd348 жыл бұрын
you just screwed over walter white and Jesse
@Porty11198 жыл бұрын
That's why my hiking gun is a combat shotgun.
@refugioruiz67078 жыл бұрын
jusr picked up my Springfield xd 9mm , and I love it
@rivblack5 жыл бұрын
Been using an XD9 4" for a few years. I always refer my students to it if they want polymer instead of a Glock. The grip safety alone is a good reason. I also like the serrations and design. Only thing I'd change is the magwell. Mags get caught if you don't insert it perfect.
@p53819 жыл бұрын
I used to be the biggest Glock fan boy, until I shot an XD. Don't get me wrong, I still love Glocks and they are awesome guns, but for my shooting style and my hand size and shape, the XDs fit my hand better. Shooting the two I can get tight groupings with either weapon, however, with the XD it feels more effortless, thus it is a better gun for me. The Glock might be a better gun for you, it all depends on several factors. I have put thousands of rounds through Glocks and XDs and never had a malfunction, even with cheap ass range ammo. Glocks and XDs are both reliable weapons and you can trust your life with either one.
@fadedflage9 жыл бұрын
The "this one fits my hand better" thing is a training issue. Read "Surgical Speed Shooting" if you care to improve on that issue
@coachvaz2428 жыл бұрын
+fadedflage comfortability isn't a training issue.
@fadedflage8 жыл бұрын
CoachVaz24 Oh okay
@lukalukunic28206 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it
@slimlc57765 жыл бұрын
fadedflage something a highpoint fan boy would say 😂
@Thesupersmith798 жыл бұрын
Easy problem solved....... buy both! I have both an XDM and a Glock, and I can't honestly say I truly would pick one over the other. If I was forced to pick one of the two it would be as difficult as picking which one of my two children that I like better!!!!
@mandovv816 жыл бұрын
Josh Smith you love them both, But there's Usually a Favorite
@np24984465 жыл бұрын
A respectable comment! Coca Cola vs Pepsi all comes down to what you prefer
@justpapi5 жыл бұрын
I plan to do the same
@GlocklovinBob5 жыл бұрын
Josh Smith true
@TyBandz9895 жыл бұрын
Yea well if you have to carry one on you and use it in a situation you obviously have to pick one
@CrniVampir-bt9zu2 жыл бұрын
Croatia (XD) and Austria (Glock), we were in the same Austro-Hungarian empire for a 1000 years:).
@Junior928314 жыл бұрын
I bought my SA XD40 in 2008, recently got it stippled. I recommend the XD to anyone. At the end is what you like. I like XD. We miss you Barry. I am glad this video is still up. I am sharing it with friends whom ask which I prefer, I don't want to be bias, so here we go. Again thank you for sharing these videos.
@murphtheirishmanmurphy726810 жыл бұрын
Springfield XD is a wonderful gun, I love mine.
@christopherbarger61126 жыл бұрын
Silver bearded Vaper Murphy traaaaaash
@lukalukunic28206 жыл бұрын
@@christopherbarger6112 how it's farrrr superior to Glock
@GlocklovinBob5 жыл бұрын
Silver bearded Vaper Murphy I have a XD as well But I’m buying a Glock 23 as well because With XD The longevity is still too be determined have not been around that long like Glock proves too last for Decades if you take care of them
@UGPVlogsLA4 жыл бұрын
Me too! You Irish? I’m Scottish, but live in LA! Live my XD.
@godfreylaymen38704 жыл бұрын
The XD saved my life in a hostile situation! I recommend Springfield XD
@Vincemaster20073 жыл бұрын
Can I ask what happened?
@godfreylaymen38703 жыл бұрын
I was able to defend myself on a draw
@WILDSWORLD3 жыл бұрын
@Ifyouseemeits2L8 rs
@MegaChubbyboy9 жыл бұрын
The XD is LESS expensive than the Glock. The XD-M series costs more.than the Glocks.
@wildkev10109 жыл бұрын
MegaChubbyboy Yea in California the SX is about 125$ cheaper than the glock. Both great guns though for sure
@pinkiewerewolf9 жыл бұрын
+MegaChubbyboy The XD used to be more expensive than the Glock. With the release of improved models they have lowered the price of the XD.
@mbenzsl20009 жыл бұрын
+MegaChubbyboy The XD (and XDS) is the perfect subcompact...mainly because it has the rail attachment.
@markmixxstreetjazz9 жыл бұрын
i love my Xd sub compact..
@CrashoutGaming5 жыл бұрын
Had mine bout a year 💯
@guyh42514 жыл бұрын
I've had my XD40 sub compact for 15 yrs
@victorramosjr22396 ай бұрын
I just bought one. Just because I have enough 40 cal ammo to last me past retirement. But that trigger bite sucks balls. I didn't know about it till I felt it a few days ago shooting it. Then I saw articles talking about it online & realized it was an issue. But I'm still keeping it
@crking2003Ай бұрын
@@victorramosjr2239can you explain trigger bite?
@wagstag895 жыл бұрын
I grew up shooting the classics like revolvers and 1911s so I was kinda spoiled on ergos and out of the box trigger pulls when I started looking at more modern guns. I picked up a Glock and handed it right back after trying the grip and trigger pull. Tried an Xd45 and felt that familiar 1911 grip angle and way of pointing so I bought it. Got home, set up my target, backed off to 10 yards and the very first shot could not have been a more perfect bullseye. That was 2012 and that gun has never malfunctioned and I shoot it really well. They're both great guns but in my experience the XD is more refined as far as ergos, sights, and trigger and that is absolutely most important factor to me.
@762N8O9 ай бұрын
Same here. Im the old guy at the gun classes with my 45 but nobody can say anything wrong with it. And all the kids always ask what caliber is that?
@victorramosjr22396 ай бұрын
Naw, disagree with you on the trigger. My XD40 sub compact has a better trigger feel. But it "bit" me a few times after I shot it for the first time a few days ago. I don't get that trigger bite with the Glock trigger.
@barthslung5 жыл бұрын
There is no question that Glocks are amazing weapons. They are works of art. However, I do prefer the XD.
@tylerl65895 жыл бұрын
Surely you dont mean glocks are good looking by saying they are a "work of art", right? lol
@Sparky-gp9vh5 жыл бұрын
Tyler L I think he means that Glock has amazed him in how reliable and tough they are.
@Shamrockjason4 жыл бұрын
@@tylerl6589 engineering wise he's speaking of I believe.
@supercraig20093 жыл бұрын
As much as the Glock is the talk and been for years, I've finally come to realize the excellence of the Glock. With that being said, i was recently seeking to purchase a Glock until reviewing the Springfield XD. The fact both have been Service pistols sets a Standard above some others. SPRINGFIELD XD is the winning choice for me. This was a great video comparison. Springfield, you had me at pull...my Finger 👈💨🙈🙉😂
@emanruoy8 ай бұрын
Bought my first firearm 3 years ago and chose an XD .45 4" service. I put tritium night sights on it and I really like it. Last year I bought a XDm 10mm 4.5" and it makes it hard to decide which to carry. The .45 is a constant and the 10mm I reserve for field carry with +P for bears. I can't see any reason to buy a 9mm now.
@chadkent12415 жыл бұрын
My very first poly gun was a Glock and I liked it... Then I bought my first Springfield and have never looked back. Both are exceptional platforms, but I prefer the grip angle, the smoother Trigger action, the superior sights, and the added safety of the grip safe along with the loaded chamber indicator and the cocking pin indicator. All four of my Springfield's have proven every bit as reliable as the Glock. It's just an overall better package in my opinion.
@wstwest3 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed watching this video. I have both guns, but also in my conclusion, the XD is so much more comfortable. I honestly feel as if it glues in my hand. I also have kids and I feel the XD is more safe carrying around kids.
@Jim-wr9iz5 жыл бұрын
I may have previously posted this comment but, here goes. Noting the date on this video a lot has changed since then. I always thought I'd buy an H&K some day. About the time I was ready to pull the trigger - yes I know - on the purchase, along comes this updated HS-2000. I gave it a look and after careful consideration, I went with the SA product. I finally decided on the XDM in 9mm. My first edc gun back in the day was a 2nd Gen S&W 669. It was an alum alloy frame and SS slide. The grips were black Delrin inserts. I kinda dug the silver/black combo, so of course I bought the BiTone XDM in 9 milli. I fell in love with this pistol. As they became scarce, I placed a call to SA corporate and was informed that they were discontinuing the BiTone XDM Full Frames. I snagged a second for a song and got the Gear Up packages for both since they were bought within the window. So now I was the proud owner of a pair of 4.5" XDM BiTones in 9. I carried one and made the other a range queen. While I owned the first one, I had bought several factory mags and one - hold on to your butts - ProMag 19rd mag. As you probably guessed it was a piece of...…….GOLD. It performed flawlessly with 115gr and 124gr. Never a FTF, FTE or FTFire. This is a book right? So my girlfriend in keeping with tradition, buys a Taurus PT111 G2 Black/SS slide. Also buys 3(three) 15rd ProMags and they turned the great little economy champ into a G2 Jammamatic. There was the ProMag I'd heard about. Crap. All this leading to the point of Eric's love of high cap mags. ProMag makes a 32rd mag for the XDM now. I'll be buying and testing one with my guns. So to wrap up this rival to War & Peace, let me finish with telling you that I love the XD platform so much that I now have a 3.8" Full Frame XDM in 9 milli for edc. Tomorrow I'm picking up a 1st Gen leftover XDS in 9mm. I'll post the results of the 32rd XDM mag test on here later.
@z24chevyatlas339 жыл бұрын
You guys always make great videos keep up the great work. I like how you compare different guns and say why you like them. Your very helpful, thank you once again.
@andrewphillips89529 жыл бұрын
I bought a Glock wayyy back when the 21 first came out,shot thousands of rounds thru it,now I own the XD in 45,in my opinion the glock was a better pistol overall but the XD points and fits my hand better.I have had malfunctions with the glock, FTE but have never had a single malfunction with the XD
@lastofthe4horsemen2799 ай бұрын
Just got The SA XD m.45 awesome firearm. Also have a Springfield Armory Champion.Smooth Shooter
@LCopJunior4 жыл бұрын
You guys are awesome. Thank you for this video. I purchased my first ever firearm and it's the Springfield Armory XDS.
@jacqueslanier29 жыл бұрын
I Love My Springfield Tatical XD45 ! Won't trade it for nothing. ..braught a Glock19 & Got Rid of it the same day.
@zoltanliszkai2162 Жыл бұрын
When i bought my XD .45 I looked it up on my phone and the first review said "simple, reliable and badass" nuff said
@glocktown213 жыл бұрын
RIP Berry... YOU are missed. Love watching these old videos!
@joshmonroe57408 жыл бұрын
I've got an XD 40. Best handgun I've ever owned.
@acemay37 жыл бұрын
i had a glock 19 now i own xd mod 2 5 inch and i love it
@jerodmmartinez7 жыл бұрын
I edc a glock 27 one day my buddy showed me an XD9 subcompact and I fell in love I traded straight up never looked back even tho my buddy wanted to trade back a year later no way I'm giving it up
@johnboykin31287 жыл бұрын
I own an XD 40 too... Very good pistol
@bagsnatchinaki37766 жыл бұрын
Idk which better but I juss Glock or an XD but I would rather have a Glock because it's more popular...
@paulperez68856 жыл бұрын
I’ve got myself a XD 9mm for my first gun and I love it 👍🏼👍🏼
@rayrascon98716 жыл бұрын
You guys had so much influence on me when i made my first steps into carrying a firearm i appreciate the personal knowledge you share with us i watch all you videos and go back and watch them again you guys are bad ass god bless you all and RIP Barry i subscribed already but you should make more glock vs xd vs m&p videos
@airborneivan9 жыл бұрын
I don't have any experience with glocks but I have shot barreta m9, the S&W M&P 40 and I own a Springfield Armory XDM .45 and the XDM is my favorite. I love the accuracy of the XDM and the fact that you can change our the back straps to fit your hand better. My XDM is about 5 months old with over 2000 rounds and I've never had a malfunction due the ammunition or the firearm. I have held a glock and the only thing I can say out e glockenspiel that I don't like is the grip angle and size of the grip.
@tonymarinelli73049 жыл бұрын
I really like these gentleman!! I owned a Glock when they first came out in the states and got rid of it within 2 weeks. Recently, I came upon a Glock 19 Gen4 for an unreal price, dried fired it, what a piece of crap trigger. Then the salesman said, oh for $250 you can put in blah blah trigger, then new sites, match grade barrel, Talon Grips, shoot, I surpass the price of an XDM that I am already in love with. By the way, I can feed any of my XDM's ANTHING and NEVER do I have a problem. In fact, last time I went to the range, I mixed a bunch of different ammo in my 45 magazine, not one hitch. Give me an XDM anytime!!!
@jray12989 жыл бұрын
yessir I got my XDM a few months back I like it better than a glock because of the feel in my hands I have larger hands and I like the fact you can take the grips off and change the size to fit your hand
@tonymarinelli73049 жыл бұрын
jray1298 The XDM trigger is fantastic out of the box, I recently was going to purchase a Glock 19 and the trigger was a sloppy piece of crap. The salesman said, "I have a trigger kit for this, it's only $275." No thank you, I'll stick with my XDM.
@jray12989 жыл бұрын
+Tony Marinelli yes it's such a smooth shooting gun and I'm glad I chose it over glock
@qj8779 жыл бұрын
lol glocks are reliable there's no doubt about that. But they certainly don't have a high quality feel like the XD does. And the XD is just as reliable so XD is my choice.
@jray12989 жыл бұрын
+DemocracyOfHypocrisy I love mine
@thomaseynon62054 жыл бұрын
Truthfully, you can't go wrong either way. I have Both subs, and carry both. Both have experienced thousands of rounds, and Both have been flawless. A few key factors: Weight: Glock noticeably weighs less Recoil: XD's extra weight, gives the advantage to XD for less recoil. TRIGGER: Subjective. I like Glock, others like the XD. SAFETY FEATURES: XD Comfort: subjective. Conceal Carry: Although the slide on both subs has the same width, the grip on the XD is slightly thicker, which is felt in the 4-5 o'clock position. Side by side, the Glock has a shorter grip (laying upright on a table), which provides less printing possibility. And as stated above, the Weight factor benefits Glock. Although a slight difference, the Weight is noticeable throughout the day. If the short handle is an issue on the Glock decision, id recommend Talon grips. I just installed them, and love them. All in all both are awesome. I couldn't decide and got the 9s, 40s, and 45s in the Compact & subcompact models. By far, my favorite 2 handgun brands
@donsvideos19853 жыл бұрын
I have a Glock and a Springfield XD9 subcompact. The only time I ever had an issue was with the xd9 and it was light primer strikes. I had over oiled it. Broke it down dried it out some never had another issue. I have had the gun 6 years now. Don't have a clue how many rounds have been through it. I'm going out on a limb and saying "a bunch"
@alphawolf5662 жыл бұрын
i never was a polymer gun guy..... XD has changed that
@JR-jv3cd Жыл бұрын
It really says something when you review a gun, and that review remains relevant and informative 10 years later. Thanks. For my two cents, I have never shot a handgun that comes close in accuracy, comfortable-to-shootness (I made that up), pointability and reliability as my XD-m 4.5 in .45 acp. I can't bad mouth Glocks. I can only say that I personally hate the grip squareness and angle, and trigger. Not surprising, I can't shoot it as comfortably and accurately as my XD-m. I'm glad to know that there are at least two notable, super reliable choices out there. I always like and learn from Iraqveteran8888 reviews...even ten years later.
@The11eleven10 жыл бұрын
Man, I miss the videos with Barry! You two had such good chemistry together!
@guerom13675 жыл бұрын
I'll take an XD over a glock
@lanejohnson34434 жыл бұрын
Guero M no question about it
@bigjoesquealingjumbos68704 жыл бұрын
I kno some one that traded his xd for a glock
@ha-in-your-faceguy13684 жыл бұрын
@@bigjoesquealingjumbos6870 that was a bad trade
@stevenadams69644 жыл бұрын
Not me
@guerom13674 жыл бұрын
Ill take a canik over them all
@ronradmer35732 жыл бұрын
From an LEO perspective, if you get into a fight with a subject and they somehow get your gun, If you can get a hand on it and break their grip, the gun wont go off. And you MIGHT have a tiny bit more chance of not getting shot with your own service weapon. I train with the XD where a subject gets my gun different ways and i practice breaking the grip where the suspect either has a finger on the trigger or the grip safety but not both.
@yashuaali44728 жыл бұрын
I LOVE THE SCENARIOS I JUST BOUGHT AN XD I LOVE THE WAY IT FEELS IN MY HAND
@Jacket_off8 жыл бұрын
just bought my xd and I CANNOT FUCKING WAIT TO GO TO THE RANGE TOMORROW
@bry0ung7 жыл бұрын
How did the range go?
@JD-hy6yc7 жыл бұрын
Just shoot it inside
@robg84333 жыл бұрын
XDM Elite OSP... nothing sweeter to operate...IMO
@edwardmichaels33883 жыл бұрын
bought my 1st handgun, specifically chose the XD because of the safety features & long trigger pull, i want that first shot to be very purposeful. love the gun, the reset on the trigger is tight so follow up shots come quick! disassemble, cleaning, the all round fit is great.
@augreich5 жыл бұрын
What I hate about Glocks is the grip angle. It just pisses me off. I'd opt for an M&P 2.0 compact instead.
@JP-cb8bz3 жыл бұрын
Love my Springfield XD wouldn't carry anything else.
@smokehappy70213 жыл бұрын
Videos from 7 years ago but still helpful
@xabbit050810 жыл бұрын
I like holding my 5" XD 45. I do admire the glock for their magazine versatility but the Springfield is more attractive and I preference that, big time. I like the idea of Springfield being referenced since the revolutionary war...someone mentions Glock, I think of Liqour store robberies, movies, etc, Someone says Springfield Armory I think of History, Class, Meaning,Importance, Generations...
@markwalker66926 жыл бұрын
xabbit0508 It's not the same springfield.
@bigol92235 жыл бұрын
Lol
@avmlarry10 жыл бұрын
Funny. I have yet to see a XD fan whine about loosing a comparison to a Glock, the second a review puts an XD over a Glock in any category, The Glock fans come out in droves to protest and belittle the XD. That's saying something. In a post-Zombie apocalypse where only Glock owners have survived and all other pistols and rifle failures have cost their owners their lives, then this case can finally be closed. I like Glock and XD, XD's look better to me, but a good looking gun wont save lives. Glocks do malfunction, I witness this at the range just yesterday. You can't change fate, so except the idea that no matter the track records of either pistol does not always translate to the ones you own.
@RoMoWar5 жыл бұрын
I love my XD I still hope one day the California roster will be removed so I can get a VP9
@Kachok8010 жыл бұрын
To wobinga7 and all those who bash the XDs you clearly know nothing about them, I work in law enforcement, and I am a handloader so I have much more experience then most and I will tell you that in no uncertain terms the XD is a fantastic pistol. In fact the most accurate automatic I have ever shot is an XD tactical in 40 S&W. As to build quality I have never had any issues whatsoever with the ones I have owned/shot, to reliability of the many thousands of shots I have put downrange I have had exactly one jam due to crappy ammo, and my handloads have cycled perfectly every time. So to call them a joke is beyond stupidity. Now I am in no way shape or form saying the Glock is a sub standard gun either, but as the men on the video said the XD points more naturally, has better sights and the XD has a much more ergonomic grip to my hands but those are subjective points, you might disagree but to call the XD a poor handgun is laughable. My personal carry piece is an XDm 4.5" and I have no plans on replacing it anytime soon. It is also worth noting that I cannot work up full power handloads for a Glock since they have a partially unsupported chamber whereas the XDs have survived many a +P handload with no sign of fatigue and no bulging brass.
@joerodriguez18378 жыл бұрын
Just bought me a Beretta Px4 storm, in love!!! Xd mod.2 subcompact is no doubt my next purchase for X-mas.
@JoseReyes-se8do6 жыл бұрын
Joe Rodriguez I need your number
@gtracer66293 жыл бұрын
I carry a PX4 Compact in 9mm or a XD in 45 ACP. I bought the XD used on a whim because it was a 45 and cheap, but am so glad I did.
@rschris6 жыл бұрын
This was a great honest video !! I carry Springfield And I respect Glock .
@oldmankage13793 жыл бұрын
FACTS
@juliepopp59756 жыл бұрын
You two are fun to watch 😀 Got an XD today, gonna love it. Shot Glock 17 too, loved as well.
@JM-nh8yp6 жыл бұрын
XD has every single feature of a Glock and more. And you can usually get an XD cheaper and often comes with 5 mags too.
@drested17934 жыл бұрын
Great video!! I’m a first time hand gun owner and just purchased the XD9. The grip safety was the main reason. Being a noob this video was helpful.
@ZealotChemist5 жыл бұрын
I can’t help but see the laughing “XD” face whenever I see come across the Springfield XD
@Ryder-wt9tk4 жыл бұрын
Ecks Dee
@Dragontron204 жыл бұрын
Same
@pyschodelicate3332 жыл бұрын
My first gun was an XD 4” service model , i have Glocks as well but my XD never Jams even with Big 5 ammo
@brokebankfishin48392 жыл бұрын
Im looking to get an XD. Saw this video and remembered my childhood. I miss you Barry! Thank you for helping nurture my young love of guns. I cried when you passed and I cried watching this. You’re still remembered and greatly missed!
@GPayne50894 жыл бұрын
12 years ago I was a Glock fan boy and I ended shooting my cousin's XD and I ended up selling my Glock to buy my XD that i still own today love my XD
@sergeantc81632 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing.I love my XD9 as well
@gdubya832 жыл бұрын
I read the first magazine about the XDM 9 and it winning the two highest awards. Read it in a HMMWV and was set on the XDM 9. About to get the XDM 9 4.5 soon
@mrglock2313 Жыл бұрын
The xdm's are nice!!! I want to say mine hold 20ty rounds 👍
@rondunk0014 жыл бұрын
I have an XD AND THE PRESSURE that you put on the safety features determines how it fires.
@visionloks3 жыл бұрын
God thank you guys for making this video it made me learn a lot and heard about Barry RIP 🙏 😢
@Bigbaby9509 жыл бұрын
You should do a review on the XDM
@almonte4159 жыл бұрын
yes that's the one I want I have the sr9c now but I want the xdm 45 compact
@tonedover8 жыл бұрын
i just traded my xdm 3.8 compact in for a glock 26. the xdm is a "nicer" weapon on paper. however, i simply shot the glock better and thats the most important thing -- try to shoot any weapon before u buy - these reviews are really a guide but the best education is to try as many u can and see what works for you
@thomaswelks29884 жыл бұрын
My only EDC now. I used to carry a Ruger Super Blackhawk. A 44 mag is not exactly a concealed weapon. Bought a XD-40 Tactical at my favorite pawn shop for $320, barely used and in great condition. First gun i ever owned that had anything polymer on it. I was nervous about it at first...then the lead bug bit. Sent 300 rounds at 20 yards and never went off mark. I love it, the main weapons i ever buy are old military rifles and handguns made in the US and small European countries. They never seem to be less than up to task. You run across one every so often that has been mistreated or was just that one bad apple, but otherwise they are some of the greatest firearms to buy. My wife and i both deer hunt with Carcanos. I have an infantry model and she has the cavalry model both full original stock. We've filled the freezer a few times with them. Only payed 300 for both.
@tjwest136 жыл бұрын
I know Springfield has had its ups and downs in the gun community. But the product is awesome. The mod 2’s and xdm’s are a great upgrade to the standard xd. Buy one when they do the rebate and get 3 mags free. Thanks for having an unbiased overview and the video. RIP Barry.
@masonsmorphs7 жыл бұрын
Springfield XD MOD 2 The end .
@lanejohnson34434 жыл бұрын
Mason R got the xds 3.3 mod 2 and I absolutely love it
@JimmyGlo6304 жыл бұрын
Mason R Thank you 🙏
@mikejones62374 жыл бұрын
I have a xdm 4.5 40 sw
@senorjalapeno39374 жыл бұрын
XDMod2 here as well! I love it!
@raheem80864 жыл бұрын
@@lanejohnson3443 grip zone mod 2
@Panch0Pist0las5 жыл бұрын
Miss you Barry, your input and way of thinking was great and you knew how to make things plane and simple with common sense and knew some good tricks and old school "por mentas" ways...
@61sasquatchwilson745 жыл бұрын
I have both and love both. The trigger is a little strange on the XD if your used to the clock, but after a few rounds you dial it in pretty quick. XD is much more ergonomic .
@IttzZapp6 жыл бұрын
19 years old and I carry my xd40 everyday. Absolutely love it.
@Outthewaygunplay4 жыл бұрын
18 years young and I carry the subcompact 40 everywhere
@Jay_C514 жыл бұрын
Con Dra Just bought one yesterday! You have your ccw or you just conceal carry to do it?
@jefferywiser4154 жыл бұрын
@@Jay_C51 in KY they could open carry legally without a license I'm 20 and open carry a xd 45 in service size and never been bothered by Leo or anyone
@BSRBenLaden4 жыл бұрын
18 and carry and Gen 4 Glock 19
@savagendn9614 жыл бұрын
@@jefferywiser415 same here in Oklahoma just cant be a felon and your good.
@kennypringle45805 жыл бұрын
Great video comparison. I’ve been leaning toward the Springfield XD40 for carry, your video pushed me closer to that decision. Thanks👋🏻
@berettaxd75663 жыл бұрын
Great choice!
@danleeeckstein61125 жыл бұрын
Just ordered the Springfield XD 9mm subcompact through sportsman’s guide! Super excited to get it in
@UGPVlogsLA4 жыл бұрын
Danlee Eckstein How have you been enjoying your XD9? I love mine.
@isntshelovely58234 жыл бұрын
Literally about to do the same thru the same site haha
@danleeeckstein61124 жыл бұрын
Update: I sold it and bought a gen 5 Glock 17😅😂
@bumchows4 жыл бұрын
@@danleeeckstein6112 Why did you sell it and hows the Glock?
@danleeeckstein61124 жыл бұрын
Bum Chow too small to really open carry, and kinda too bulky to conceal carry. Love the Glock. Super smooth trigger. I want either a Glock 43 or a smith and Wesson shield for my conceal carry
@johnlee85237 жыл бұрын
Have an XD in 9mm with a 3.3" Bbl and love mine so far. One day I'll have a Glock just to have one but I'll keep my Springfield forever.
@dps61985 жыл бұрын
Hickok45 was skeptical too..until he reviewed the XD, XDm and XDs he came around so much so that he bought two XDs with his own money. The others were supplied by Buds Gun Shop. He now knows what many of us knew from the start...that the XD line is a very fine firearms. I own three; Xds .45 3.3, XDm .45 4.5 and the XD9 Mod.2 Service Model. I have never had a single malfunction, never a fail to feed or fail to eject. Many people were quick trash the XD line without having any first hand knowledge. Where I work I have had many customers come into the store with the desire to buy a Glock but when they handle any XD model they have been convinced just as Hickok45 has been. I used to carry in rotation the Colt Series 70 1911, S&W 586 .357, XDm and the XDs both in .45ACP. When I got the XD9 Mod.2 Service Model that's all I carry. I have never had trouble getting extra magazines for any XD product. Why? When you time your XD purchase with the SA GearUp program you can get up to three or more magazines and range bag for FREE. Buds sells the XD5016 for the XD9 Service model for $23, Cheaper Than Dirt $24 other retailers sell them for more and some for a lot less.
@jarretttate79272 жыл бұрын
Barry was sooooo accurate on so many levels. Miss him
@BigDaddyKo7 жыл бұрын
just bought my first Springfield Amort XD Mod 2 .45ACP......its amazing!!!!!!
@RichiesHouse3 жыл бұрын
Carrying an xd the grip safety is a nice extra safety that doesn’t get in the way of you need it
@UltimateCARNUT11 жыл бұрын
XD is where it's at. Like they said it is a better made gun with beefier components.
@TwentyTwoSigma10 жыл бұрын
Bigger doesn't always mean better. Unless it is a MINI GUN!!!!!!
@drillsergeant6238 жыл бұрын
The XD costs more, wait what. In Arizona, Glock is $100 more
@andresparrow29714 жыл бұрын
Yeah Glocks have always cost more than Springfields at all the shops ive been to
@tyrant_tarantula4 жыл бұрын
Same here in terrible California
@koonyeezy64334 жыл бұрын
Eric B does all the XD’s come with 5 clips?
@tyrant_tarantula4 жыл бұрын
Koon Yeezy Hahahaha no! You get one 10 rd mag. Each mag is $30 here
@koonyeezy64334 жыл бұрын
Eric B oh damn a few stores in Sacramento California advertises these things with 5 clips hopefully Thats right. Thanks anyway
@innerdescent82103 жыл бұрын
I've had glocks and springfields both, I'll stick with springfield it just feels so natural in your hand and I love em
@rc591913 жыл бұрын
Love how now the Springfield XD is cheaper than the Glock.
@wheelerzg769 жыл бұрын
Next new thing HS Company (situated in Karlovac, Croatia) is going to put on the market is VHS-2 assault rifle. I would like to see you guys make a review of it, if possible. I'm Croatian and very proud of our gun making industry.
@HoofHearted_Eh4 жыл бұрын
I happen to own both guns, Glock 19 Gen 3 and XD9mm and I love both of them. Both are simple, easy to use, durable and reliable as any gun can be. Thanks for this video, you have pointed out the advantages and disadvantages of one over the other. But after all that was said, you can't go wrong with any of these two.
@fightmilk86132 жыл бұрын
Me too man. I like the trigger on the Glock better because the CXD reset is garbage BUT man is that XD comfortable and reliable. My g19 sights chipped away within 2 hours but it is a great gun that aside. Both are great.
@2ballsyourjaws2 жыл бұрын
I don't like Glock BUT hold onto that gen 3 it's gonna be worth it's weight in diamonds
@innerdescent82103 жыл бұрын
100% XD, I like glocks but the XD is so damn comfortable in your hand
@charlesjones327878 жыл бұрын
i miss barry...
@Mike419195 жыл бұрын
@Iziekiel Garner he ran into some legal troubles a few years ago then died of a heart attack shortly after. Gun gripe 85 I think is his last one
@countryheathen18346 жыл бұрын
sold my glock 22 for a XD after I shot it to buy that xd but when I was in the market to do that the ffl didn't have one but let me look at a prior LEO issued XDM .45 and 575 later and over 3000 rounds and a few camping and Fire arms drills its still taking every thing I can throw at it. the only problem I have with it is finding a safariland holster for an XD pistol out there. I don't think the new 7ts line has one for the XD or the other models
@DaBoss864 жыл бұрын
Nice Review!! Just purchased a XD-M Elite 9mm.
@earlarthur93785 жыл бұрын
I have both an XD45 and a Glock 21. I LOVE the XD and just despise the 21. My distaste for the 21 has made me never buy another Glock...
@144Souldier8 жыл бұрын
I have the xd 40. It is a beast
@stevenkelly86786 жыл бұрын
Yeah I love my XD45
@IttzZapp6 жыл бұрын
I have the XD 40 also I love it
@infamousnova5 жыл бұрын
@@stevenkelly8678 you still feel the same way about it?
@stevenkelly86785 жыл бұрын
@@infamousnova yeah sure do
@infamousnova5 жыл бұрын
@@stevenkelly8678 I'm thinking of getting one but I read somewhere parts are hard to find
@djfrederick3609 ай бұрын
i've came to a decision... and im gonna need both 😂
@frankyou93975 жыл бұрын
I’m more accurate with the XD, I’ll say that much.