You should be able to find the XD Subcompact at most local gun shops. As I mentioned above, I think the trigger will be appreciated by many people who dislike the offerings on other striker-fired pistols. The trigger is light and feels good for a striker-fired pistol. My evaluation gun now has more than 1,000 rounds through it, and I’ve had no problems. All measurements are an average of five shots. Performance measured with a Competition Electronics ProChrono Digital Chronograph at an approximate distance of 15′ from the muzzle of the pistol. Liberty Ammunition Civil Defense 50 gr JHP +P The following table shows the loads I ran in the pistol along with their measured performance. Empty mags drop like greased lightning from the gun and new mags snap in quickly. For the armed citizen, you can carry the larger 16-round magazine as a spare when going out.Īnother thing I like about reloading the XD Subcompact is the metal magazine body against the slick polymer magazine well. For police and security officers carrying the Service Model, you have complete magazine capacity with the SC should you carry it as a backup. Yes, the full-size magazine from the XD Service Model does fit and run in the Subcompact Model. Let’s face it: no one ever complained about having too much ammo in a defensive shooting. While I was lucky enough to avoid needing my G26 when I was a cop, I know others who would have appreciated the additional ammo. Three extra rounds is a wealth of options should you ever be forced to use your gun. The XD Subcompact does a bit better than that with 13+1 rounds before needing a reload.
So, it was ingrained in me that I had 10+1 rounds to resolve an issue before the slide would lock back. In addition to regular training, I also qualified with it up to four times each year. I carried a Glock 26 for years as one of my backup guns when I was still a cop. Nevertheless, the recoil is unlikely to scare you off. If you are a new shooter, I always recommend starting out on a larger gun until you gain enough experience and skill to handle the increased recoil of a smaller gun. 357 Magnum loads in a Scandium-framed snubby. My friends know I enjoy shooting revolvers, and I’m one of those sick individuals who will shoot. Physics suggests that if all other things are equal, the gun with the larger mass will absorb more of the felt recoil.Įven so, recoil in this gun is very manageable. RecoilĪs you might expect, recoil in a subcompact pistol is greater than that from a full-size gun of the same caliber. Everything fed, shot and ejected normally. You’ll note that some of the loads are hollow points and some are +P pressure loads. In the chart below, you can see the different loads I tried in this pistol.
Springfield xds 9mm vs glock 26 series#
Such was the case with the Legacy Series XD Subcompact. While there are exceptions (see my Taurus Spectrum review for one example,) the modern pistols just seem to work. I’ve tested a lot of pistols over the years and most brands of modern handguns tend to run correctly right out of the box. ReliabilityĪs with most modern striker-fired pistols, I had high expectations for the reliability of this pistol. While I’ve never had a problem with a Glock or Smith & Wesson trigger, I still appreciate the smooth characteristics of the XD trigger.Ī few more things stood out to me: reliability, recoil and reloads. Additionally, the pivot safety in the trigger seemed more rounded and less likely to pinch. I find the trigger face isn’t as wide as those found on some other guns. If you are part of that group, you might like the XD trigger. I’ve heard a lot of people complain about the triggers on other companies’ striker-fired pistols. Check out my article called The Complete Springfield Armory XD Night Sights Guide if you are interested in swapping out to something different. The sights are dovetailed, meaning you can replace them if you like. If you are not enamored with the SA XD SC sights, no worries. Actual prices could be even lower at your dealer. CaliberĪs I referenced earlier, the pistol is affordable with a suggested retail price of $399. As I mentioned above, the company only offers this gun for the 9mm cartridge in standard capacity models. Here are the specifications on the Legacy Series Springfield XD Subcompact pistol. The name Defenders Series is old branding that is no longer used. You may also see the Defend Your Legacy Series pistols labeled as Defenders Series handguns.
Springfield xds 9mm vs glock 26 full#
Compared to the alternatives on the market, that is an exceptionally attractive price when you consider it comes with a full warranty and ample aftermarket support for things like holsters and sights. For a brand new, factory production XD Subcompact pistol the suggested retail price is only $399.
By streamlining the production process, the company is able to offer these guns at rock bottom pricing.
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