Same here, I have to use extended mags to hold my Thunder 380 and my Tomcat. Thanks for the info. I have a friend who wanted to know about the Ruger SR9, which I knew all about, and the XD, of which I knew very little. Since you have a fan club for XDs, I figured this was the best place to ask. Thanks again.

I would say the XD’s recoil isn’t too bad, all things considered. For example, I would say my XD40 tactical (5”) is no worse than an 1911. My XD40 subcompact (3”) has a bit more recoil, but I find it to be much more controllable than a Glock 23. On the subcompact, I find that using the full size magazine, which extends the grip by another inch or so, makes the pistol much easier to handle. But then again, I have large hands and can’t get my pinkie on the grip of the subcompact unless I use the full size mag.

Hey XD shooters, is the XD difficult to control, seeing as it is a polymer pistol? I’d like to know about the 3inch concealed carry version as well as the full frame. The only poly-framed gun I ever owned was a Walther P22 because I figured a .22LR would have negligible kick anyway. So, I’d like to hear about some poly-framed guns in a combat caliber. Thanks!

Yeah, I would say the tactical is a bit big to carry. the subcompact is very concealable, and even the 4” service can be concealed pretty well.

I have an XMD9 tactical. I bought it a year ago when only the 9’s were available. I shoots superbly and I get great groupings with it. I haven’t starting carrying a firearm yet, but I think the tactical might be just a little too large for this purpose.