M&P Pro vs Glock 34 vs XDm 5. 25

A comparison with three of the most popular polymer competition models.
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[@247Danimal]

I love my XDM 4.5 - amazing gun, sold my G17 Gen 4 but kept the XDM

[@nicksmith4344]

Shot all 3, definitely choose the XDM. Springfield did an amazing job with it

[@andrewjake0]

me too...i own all three and I have an XD-S I carry every day. I own two Glockanstiens and not buying anymore because they never come out of the gun safe. I am. proud Croatian that does not have to be bias because they are proven better. Check out HS Produckt.

[@jackomalley3687]

The xdm has highest bore axis not good

[@tonyromano6220]

Really? I was thinking of selling my XDm. But that is due to the complex mechanism vs simple Glock.

[@jackomalley3687]

@@tonyromano6220 the Springfield elite xdm is very good

[@larryfoster2227]

Grip angle is a big one for me. Have shot Glocks and not good with them. I've owned the M&P and the XDM and have kept the XDM since 2009.

[@TheSilenced]

I wanna be like you hickok45 when i get older.. I want some property in the moutains with a bunch of guns and ammo and build myself a range like this and shoot guns all day.. you are my hero lol

[@TheButterb4ll]

TheSilenced oo

[@alansarka6089]

He is a Glock Boy gets in the way of him making good & equal decision on other brand of pistols.

[@alansarka6089]

There are better brands at lower prices.

[@Militaryarmschannel]

I've come to the same conclusion. I'm a Glock guy but if I didn't have 20 some years experience with the Glock and was just getting into shooting today, I would probably lean towards the M&P too. I've been shooting the Glock for so long that despite my efforts to adopt the M&P or other alternatives I keep coming back to the Glock.

[@gregoryhall2967]

Same, got a G21 20 years ago, own rugers, smith's, walthers etc just keep going back to my glock. My 34 is the tits

[@rylan5040]

Once you find something you like it’s hard to steer away from it.

[@agreattanker2303]

I own all three --- the M&P Pro continues to deliver tighter groups for me.

[@GUNSHIPFLEX]

Lmao. The tight group comment makes me laugh..

[@TheBoxingCannabyte]

Same here, I no longer own all three, lol (opted to go for my fancy SIGs and HKs, then I got my M&P Pro which delivers nearly-as-tight groups as my SIG 1911, and since it's 9mm I can do tighter double-taps from a distance)

[@rodneybrimer1712]

My first handgun was a Ruger SR9. My wife and daughter now share in the love of firearms. This is a great video. All 3 are excellent guns and I feel it comes down to which fits the shooter best can't go wrong with either. I choose the XD in 40 caliber and I love it. My entire family enjoys your videos we appreciate them all.

[@Thelingerer]

"havent shot the XD in a while, just gonna warm up" *hits every single target*

[@Gldn1017]

Hes so humble

[@trevorsanchez2470]

I feel like whenever he does miss he misses on purpose lol. The man just has amazing aim!!!!

[@beau4307]

That outdoor range looks so fun! Thanks for sharing.

[@tattude1974]

You're just like me... I'm more accurate with my xdm too. Love my glock and compete with my 34 but I had to modify it quite a bit to get to the level of my stock xdm. Love them both though Great video

[@zootedpears4533]

if i could even get that gong once, id be feeling like i had a good day

[@1990SButter]

its not as hard as you think, as long as you focus on where those rounds are hitting and where your point of aim is when that trigger breaks you can get on that gong in 3 shots, be patient and clear headed

[@PalmettoStateArmoryVideos]

Great comparison! Thanks for sharing it with us, Hickok45!

[@hickok45]

It's a new Range Application that is only available for the Canon Camera we use; it's "Foliage 2.4" You can adjust the seasons before you record or even adjust them on the fly.

[@Hercules1-v9m]

I like watching the round fly through the air before it hits a target.

[@keith1911]

I've got an XDm 5.25 in 9mm and I love it I put a Powder River Precision Drop In trigger kit and put their rubber grip stickers on it. The trigger kit only took about an hour to put in and it greatly improved the trigger pull, over travel and reset. I haven't competed with it yet but want too soon.

[@MrBrich3]

I love watching your videos and turned my brother onto your vids as well! He loves how you say, "Just a couple more shots"! We spend our time together watching you demonstrate the different firearms.

[@TexasDog3]

I really love your videos! I hope you keep making them for years to come! Thank you!!

[@michaelblencowe4241]

Shot glocks for years in IDPA and now I have the xdm and prefer that one for sure

[@dpce86]

It cracks me up when he walks forward and all you hear is him stepping on old steel casings. It's awesome!

[@nickmolnar1576]

great video hickok, have been looking for a good thorough video comparing these 3 handguns.. keep making more great videos like this!

[@williampollock1274]

I Always hear birds singing around Hickok's range it sounds peaceful during the pauses in gunfire.

[@tungstenkraken2929]

I own a 34 and absolutely love it. One of my favorites for sure.

[@gettle79]

Damn tearing up the center of that gong with that xdm

[@mattdg1981]

Love all my glocks. That being said I bought a used xd9 subcompact and fell in love. Never fired a smith m&p. Something tells me that I would love it.

[@DavidRice111]

My last S&W was a mod. 4586, DA only and I loved it! I just today scored a M&P Pro 40, and thanks to your vid, I feel validated!

[@scottgrizzle5879]

the XDM5.25 is number 1 out of the 3,but I do enjoy the M&Ps trigger.glock has been drilled into everybody's brain so much that a lot of people will not even consider other brands,don't get me wrong glock is nice and reliable, but for me it's more like top 5

[@bojackson3923]

I just bought the XDM n I haven't shot it yet...hope u are right

[@TheBoxingCannabyte]

For me personally the M&P Pro /w Apex trigger beats all of 'em (only gun in my collection that shoots better is my SIG 1911, and SIG P226 SRT of course, my HKs come close) really, you can't go wrong with any of these choices, I also think the Walter PPQ Match should be included in this list.

[@TheBoxingCannabyte]

oh and the CZ P10....P100? something like that, brand new CZ poly framed pistol, really great stock striker trigger in it, looks great, shoots great. At the end of the day I think it comes down to grip and aesthetics as all of these guns perform at top-level with top-shooters, y'know?

[@pwn3426]

@Blue Line Tactical Solutions XD > Glock and M&P. ALL Day!

[@familyman1110]

You get more with the xdm for a lower cost I have all three and prefer the xdm 5.25

[@GUNSHIPFLEX]

gun nut you also get a grip safety . No thanks

[@craneflaw2019]

Barantos go for it its awesome even for conceiled carry

[@DNGJustSnakes]

I've carried XDM 40 for 9 years and have thousands of rounds through it without a hickup...On the first I am picking up a near new XDM 5.25 40 and love that I won't have to buy new mags...lol

[@cfj003]

@@GUNSHIPFLEX yeah so you don't get one of those nasty glock inadvertent fires because the trigger safety got caught on something.

[@warpartyattheoutpost4987]

Learn to properly hold the weapon and the grip safety won't be a problem, Greg. In the '90s I meta 90 year old WWII vet who bailed outta a B-24 Liberator over Eastern Europe and he could still death grip his 1911... and he had arthritis and walked with a sword cane.

[@joshray81]

Thanks for sharing, hickok. The G17 was my first purchase before I was ever really able to shoot and see what else is out there. (Local ranges require a party of at least two people before they will rent you a gun, unless you already own a gun) I shot well with it, but the grip always drove me nuts. I decided to sell it, and after buying a couple different all-metal pistols, I decided that I wanted to add a polymer pistol to my collection. Going back to Glocks, I've found the G19/23 grip actually fits me really well. I can't get the M&P or XDm series (or any Rugers) here in CA, so I decided to go with the G23. New gun buyers: Save yourself some money and find a friend that will go shooting with you. Try shooting as many different guns as you can get your hands on. You'll be a lot happier in the long run.

[@thormx47]

Just wanted to say thanks hickok! Every video i watch of yours, i see how you handle the guns and ive learned a lot! I just bought my first handgun last week, a glock 17.

[@ATB042]

Great review. I have that XDm and it's the best 9mm I own. Out of the box it's fantastic.

[@genecornojr.2275]

Great video, I just ordered my XDM 4.5 from Texas and its on the way to NJ. Yes I said NJ... :( I can't wait to shoot. My other gun is the Glock 23 Gen 4. Thanks again

[@chabilly]

Great video. Love to see you having fun. You shot better with the M&P today. Good luck in the competition if you get back in it! Life is good.

[@QKDavis]

You really are a life saver for someone gun shopping. Really hope KZbin continues to allow you to be here. I’m beginning to start doing combat athletic training and Comparing guns so I’m up in the air about the Glock 34 since ive already got a 23. Thanks for all you do.

[@hickok45]

We'll always be posting our videos somewhere. They are on Full30 now, and now there are lots of video posting services to choose from. Not a problem.

[@QKDavis]

hickok45 wow thank you for getting back to me! And that’s awesome I’m glad. Thanks for what you’re doing! Helped me with a few of my purchases.

[@bubbafinch07]

Hell I carry the M&P Pro, I love it. I'm no competition shooter, but maybe one day

[@blackandblue956]

I love how the birds just keep chirping lol their use to the gun fire

[@Hugogzzsg]

They like it’s the old man

[@dontwaste2ndchance393]

It's because they know they're not ones in trouble. Steel, plastic, clay, and paper are in for rough days. Birds are fine ;)

[@texasbeast239]

Gunbirds

[@stephenpetry6894]

Hickok45 Thanks so much for all your videos they are a joy to watch! I was wondering if you would consider doing a video on explaining how the different points of aim work and how that translates when your shooting at different distances. It would be very much appreciated! Either way thank you again for all your videos and knowledge.

[@Henry9459]

Mr. Hickok i get a kick out of it every time, those complaints practically have to be pulled out of you when it comes to anything but a Glock. Thank you Sir! You are one fortunate man. Be safe

[@SGC511]

Nice video. I agree 100% that any of the three would be a good choice, though I went with the XDM for competition very much because of the grip.

[@tdeluca88]

"whoops i was gonna speed load and do that" as he still completes it faster than i could have trying my hardest.

[@vincentventura7093]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video..I know it is 9 years old. Great shooting too!

[@chfhunt321]

Would like to see you do some shooting with smith&wesson m&p 40L pro series core. I am a huge fan of your videos keep up the awesome work

[@DavidsHowtosReviews]

Love my XDM perfect right out of the box and lot of extras. And did someone say PPQ! Awesome firearm! Love it too!

[@hickok45]

Since you're pretty good at being ME, you should know what it's like! :-)

[@scottzappa9314]

Asphyncter sez what

[@professored7169]

​@@scottzappa9314asphyncter sez BWAaAatTT

[@soljawaiian]

First off, you're my hero! I find all of your videos unbiased, informative and entertaining. Thanks for your contribution to the gun community. I have one question though. I also own the XDM. Is there any way you could do a review of one of the powder river triggers on the XDM? If you can't, what is your take on their triggers?

[@kiryu2000]

That two-tone Glock is a handsome gun as are all the others. Love the video, Mr. Hickok!

[@Silent_Shadow]

Out of those 3, give me the M&P all day!

[@283AngelArch]

Great video, Sir.... as always. I really like your videos because you always give an unbiased opinion. Like you said here... you're a Glock guy, but if you jumped into a competition right that second, you'd take the M&P. Honest, unbiased opinion. Thank you, Sir! :)

[@craneflaw2019]

Timothy Baxley he said they are all even snd that its about the shooter

[@GanttCarterservant]

He said he would go with the M&P due to the mods...so...

[@scottzappa9314]

@@craneflaw2019 nothing is all even to anybody. You may like while I may hate it, it might be opposite for the next gun. That's why there are Glock people, S & W people, CZ people. But yes you're right, accuracy and consistency is about the shooter more than the gun.

[@erikgmolina]

I think he would take either before the Glock

[@CK21422]

Thanks for the video. I've owned a glock 34 and now have a 4.5" xdm in .40. I agree with a lot of your comments about both. I ended up selling the 34 because I just couldn't get comfortable with the grip. The xdm feels more natural to me and even in .40 seems easier to shoot than the glock. I really want to try an m&p after watching the video along with a CZ.

[@maxmccain8950]

Glocks don’t fit my hand either, but, I’ve got a dremel. The finger groves go first. Then round the corners and take the hump down a bit. Talon grips finish it of and it’s like a different gun.

[@johnnycodemunch9035]

i like the fact that the birds around the compound you own, are completely oblivious to the loud gunshots lol

[@dhsurg3048]

I like that M&P Pro 9mm with 5 inch barrel. Very nice pistol. Great ergonomics and upgraded trigger from their standard M&P model.

[@palms72O]

He had a perfect bullseye on the gong with the M&P.

[@matthewhartup941]

I noticed as well, dead center from a good distance. M&P is a great gun especially for the price.

[@wheelsbreakloose]

Great video!.... As always! I bought The M&P9 Pro series with the 5" barrel for my girlfriend for her birthday last year, and she loves it!!.. been a great shooter for her!! I myself am running an M&P .40 Pro series with the 5" barrel, and also have the Storm Lake 9mm conversion barrel for it. Have shot over 2,000 rounds out of the stock .40 barrel with no malfunctions what so ever. Haven't shot through the storm lake barrel enough, but so far so good! ..

[@beverke7]

nice comparison vid Hickok, thx for sharing.

[@stripervince1]

I've had all 3. springfield xd is the best by far. in my opinion

[@bradycsummers]

I run the XD, and while I'd consider myself a springfield fan boy, I recently competed with a friends M&P and loved it. Ones in my future, it'll be my first none XD polymer pistol

[@tonyromano6220]

Any change in you view today?

[@funguns4529]

The only issue that I have with my XDM is that I can't stop shooting it. I have neglected all my other guns, lol Great video.

[@itwasaladream]

The new XDM elite is on another level, the trigger is so crisp.

[@marshallhazul6086]

Yesterday I went to the range and used an xdm. I've always been a glock guy and though xdms were knockoffs. Was I ever wrong! I loved the feel of it especially the grip when the back pushes in. I put 100 shots down range and hit all center mass and only 1 was outside of the target. I only shoot every few months cause I'm only 18, but I would've passed a permit test had I been taking it. Changed my mind forever on the xdm and I think it might be my favorite. Thanks Hickok for the video!!

[@miaandrosevic3057]

XDm made in CROATIA yes please

[@thevaliantmirage]

very nice! thanks so much hickok45!

[@jamiesloan5902]

I recently bought the Canik TP9 SFx. Amazing competition pistol!!!! Yea, pistols like it, and the ones in this video are in a whole different class of shooting. The Canik TP9 SFx is more a clone of the Walther Q5 Match. The trigger on mine breaks at slightly under 4 lbs. My buddy has the Glock 34. If anybody wants a "competition" style pistol, I highly recommend the TP9 SFx. I'd say it's the best shooting $500 pistol made right now. It comes with 2-20 round mags, Warren Tactical sights, 4 different base plates for an optic of your choice, match barrel that's ridiculously accurate, amazing trigger, and reset, a holster, a nice case, and a few other goodies. It doesn't need any upgrades, as it comes fully upgraded stock. I consistently shoot 1.5" - 2" groups, from 10 yards with mine, and I'm no Hickok. It's a VERY fast, and VERY light recoiling pistol too. It's supposed to come with the best striker fired trigger on the market(slightly better than the Q5). I've been VERY pleased with mine, to say the least. Check em out... Canik is also sending me a lighter recoil spring to try, at my request, for free. Just for the heck of it.

[@stephen_crumley]

Jamie Sloan could you link the exact model you have ?? I’m in the market for a competition pistol and would like to review their option, I like the idea of having something other than these most popular models, even though I know they are the top dogs of comp shooting

[@hickok45]

Might want to get that bottle you're drinking from looked at. :-)

[@robedwards6926]

Hi, Hickock I really enjoy your videos. I've been watching you for a long time. This is my first time chiming in. I'm about to purchase one of the competition guns in this video. I'm just getting started in sport shooting. In your opinion, could you please tell which pistol has the least amount of muzzle climb? P.S. "Life is Good"

[@MrGeniusImp]

CZ 75 has the least amount of muzzle lift. It isn't in this video, but you should check it out, even if you don't choose it as you competition firearm...it's just a pleasure to shoot. It's an incredible design, and 40 years old.

[@madmopper31]

in the rapid fire drill and the end of the video he said that M&P seemed to have the least amount of muzzle climb of the three gun :) happy shooting

[@stevencsawyerss]

Well I finely made it. I've tried to watch this video 3 times late at night and went to sleep. I like the M&P pro myself, think you shot it the best, GREAT VID!!

[@kungura1]

Long time lurker and big fan here. I love the standard of safety you show. So many people like to showboat which is dangerous, but not you.

[@AFPilotRR]

Hickok45, I have the XDm9 5.25 (actually based on your review a few years back) and have modified it with the Springer Precision rubberized laser cut grip tape, Springer Precision extended rear safety, Powder River Precision SS ejector, and the Powder River Precision Extreme Match trigger (2.5lbs). I must tell you it is absolutely brilliant. A fellow competitor has the M&P9 Pro with a custom trigger as well, which is also very nice. You seem to really enjoy the XDm 5.25 and you should really try it with the PRP Extreme trigger, it may be enough to make you put away your Glock....maybe.

[@phillippardo5712]

XDM FTW!

[@crites123456789]

The xd just looks sooo good

[@bryanbirch2118]

That's because it is. Have a Glock 21, and bought the XDM because of the trigger was better. Love that decision. Great shooter!

[@nasht11]

Another great vid Hickok. Keep up the great work!

[@erickurtz5380]

Thanks for the info and comparison!

[@colinlarson9656]

The XDM with no modifications out shot the other two. Been wanting an XDm for years. Stupid California gun laws.....

[@franciscochavez3970]

6 years later, but now you can get the xdm elite 😎

[@colinlarson9656]

@@franciscochavez3970 I did not know that and just looked it up. Thank you bro!

[@unitedgray]

I like that the Glock and M&P both have steel rails in the front and rear. I really dislike the XDM because the rear rail is made of polymer.

[@stevelee2384]

Steel rails? Aren't all of these polymer frames? As far as the rear sights being plastic the Glock factory sights are plastic as well.

[@unitedgray]

Steve Lee Polymer frames with steel tabs molded into them for the slide to ride on.

[@ccc9139]

+unitedgray The main rails on the XD are long and made of steel. Better then what the glocks tiny rails give you!

[@phillippardo5712]

@@unitedgray The main rails on the XDM are 3x the size of glocks 😅

[@J3rzTv]

i appreciate your knowledge on the guns ..

[@GaveMeGrace1]

Thank you! I’ve just recently been thinking about a Glock 34 (or G35 with a 357 Sig barrel... add a 9mm later...). Inspirational and great humor too.

[@sorinakis3456]

Nice gun XDm 5.25.

[@kevinhutchinson5322]

S&w has been growing on me. Made in the USA!

[@jron1309]

they makes glocks in the USA too

[@jamesfranco7090]

So what if it's made in the USA? Not saying it's a bad gun I have two of them but there are a lot of good guns not made in the us

[@Alaninbroomfield]

But the corporate profits go to Europe, or so I would think. I only buy American-made stuff when reasonably possible. @@jron1309

[@toddjohnson7133]

@@jamesfranco7090 So what if it's made in the USA? HUH? It matters. It will become increasingly obvious how ignorant this comment is as we get further into this century. We can't all sell insurance and run tanning salons and think this country will remain of substance.

[@scottzappa9314]

'MURICA! It matters. Cause we're #18, I mean #1! Yeah that's what I meant, #1. If only we didn't have an idiot president at the moment. It actually doesn't matter that much, but Imma get me the S & W anyway.

[@SuperWildcat11]

got to love hearing brass and shot gun shells moving every step you take!

[@thedodubb]

this is the video i have been waiting for! keep up the good work

[@stufoo]

im really leaning towards that springfield for my first handgun. i just like that added layer of security with the grip safety

[@ggyy311]

stufoo Good taste!

[@craneflaw2019]

stufoo go for it great gun

[@bamboozeld313ent2]

I love my xdm 3.8

[@tylerg7917]

+dorod 11 just bought an subcompact XD 40 and I'm in love ha.

[@Deadman971000]

Another great video. I shoot the M&P Pro 9 and have been very happy with it.

[@joehernandez5466]

Brother you without a doubt have the most recognizable range in all of KZbin and the most badass one as well

[@joeya3207]

Definitely the M&P, looks beautiful and shoots great, glock is also great. but definitely the S&W :)

[@Jontaylor270]

Smith & Wesson M&P 9 pro series is the best out of the 3 in my book

[@craneflaw2019]

Taylor nah the xdm

[@JimBailey]

Thanks hickok45. Super great comparison. :)

[@easchit]

Always enjoy your videos Hickok!

[@Luminescent_Jockstrap]

I love the sound it makes when he walks in the gravel :P

[@SuperAsianDude1]

love my xdm 45

[@MrObeast44]

Hes deadly accurate in all of his videos! That man is a great shot, and I absolutely love his vids!

[@evangeliogonzalez5799]

Hey Hickok, love your videos!!

[@maddiesgamingchannel8163]

I would love the Xdm if it weren't for the grip saftey. I prefer the glock and M&P just for that reason other then that the gun would be wonderful.

[@James_Edward59]

true true but you don't hear about accidental discharges with Springfield's. If you hear about accidental or negligent discharges, it's usually a glock.

[@hickok45]

James Edward You don't hear about many with the Sigma, various Rugers, or the S&W M&P either. It's mostly an issue of numbers. So many Glocks in use that about any statistic is going to be higher with them. Probably more incidents of successful self defense with Glocks, probably more incidents of Glocks being stolen, probably more incidents of Glocks winning shooting matches, more incidents of Glocks LOSING shooting matches. Name a statistic for semiauto pistols, and Glock will probably be there at the top because of the massive "Glock population" out there. :-) There are probably more people driving Honda Accords stopped for speaking than people driving Corvettes. Just more of them out there. Now if we look at percentages, everything changes, of course. Not trying to defend my favorite auto pistol; everybody knows I like Glocks, and I don't try to hide it. Just wanted to point out that in this case it's generally a different reason. We'll always hear on news programs and on the Internet about more people getting bitten by their family dogs than by their family monkey. I'm such a genius. :-)

[@James_Edward59]

I've written on a good amount of your videos hoping to get a reply by Hickok himself!! Lol I have finally reached my goal lol but no I completely understand what you are saying, that is definitely correct but it is true the more safeties you have the less chances of problems in a percentage game. I understand exactly why people don't like the grip safety too, its honestly not even a problem of them not working or having problems or getting in the way, its just that feeling of worry it gives you that makes you think in a self defense situation, you might need to pull the trigger in a way where you dont have time or cant put your hands on the grips correctly due to some possible reason so I completely understand why people don't like the safety.

[@benrivenbark]

hickok45 " There are probably more people driving Honda Accords stopped for speaking than people driving Corvettes." Careful, Hickok. We've got enough people worried about our second amendment rights, much less our first amendment rights. Although, I do admit, there are plenty of people I wish could be arrested for speaking =)

[@James_Edward59]

I think Hickok meant to say speeding not speaking.

[@bjhe333]

you have wonderful videos. I own a m&p 45 and xdm 5.25 9mm. xdm has a smoother trigger. I don't like the way a glock feels in my hands and I won't buy one for that reason . I hear they are great but...

[@philwieting4819]

your right

[@MonzaRacer]

Ever notice almost EVERY Glock owner brags how great they are then lists the different mods that have done to them? I had an XDm 4.5, threaded barrel, fde, in .45 acp ,,,,til it was stolen. I picked up a S&W SD40VE as back up till I can find another XDm. I really was wanting an Remington RP 45 but local Rural King was out so I picked up SD.

[@lmdetect]

You're right Hickok45, the M&P doesn't jump as much as the others because it's made not to. The lower profile slide allows for less "snap" which also lessens felt recoil. This was a big factor for me when buying my .40 Pro. Great video.

[@glockparaastra]

Great job on the video's and reviews! Does the camera man ever get to shoot?! Keep them coming!

[@VSO_Gun_Channel]

This is blasphemy...Hickock doesn't miss. Someone is engaging in some serious tomfoolery in your editing room bud.

[@picochily]

"Someone probably sells one of those with Chuck Norris's face on it. That would be ideal."

[@seanmgeorge]

***** I think that was Hickok's point. He finds them stupid as well. If you watch the previous video with this particular G17, he pokes a little fun at the backplates again. As I recall in fact, he mentioned in the previous video that this G17 belongs to an actual pirate.

[@Chronix1986]

There is no G17 in this video. He is shooting a Glock 34, and the comment about it being owned by a pirate is a joke based on the striker cover.

[@likeorasgod]

James Darmody Your reading skills suck, "If you watch the previous video." You can easily understand he's talking about the glock in another video not this one.

[@GaveMeGrace1]

I was rolling with laughter (and appreciation).

[@Anonofwales]

I remember the video with the XDm 5.25, possibly the best shooting I've ever seen from the old man.

[@permitonfly8455]

"Or none of us may learn anything" Your funniest line ever! Btw I learn something from every one of your videos. Great camera work John. Keep em coming. All the best to you guys.

[@smellyshirley]

Holy Moly your 6'8''?!? I've been watching your videos forever and never realized that!

[@LSpears]

I like the XD best.

[@King_Kenny66]

Excellent video Hickok45, as I'm deciding between those myself.

[@nickmerkerson5401]

Love the XD! Grip safety cannot be a problem with all the 1911 fans! M&P with an Apes 2nd choice...3rd without. Excellent vid as always.