Thread: Springfield XDM - 9mm

Something else to consider is a gun with a reversible mag catch. I swapped the catch on my M&P to the right hand side and used my strong hand middle finger to hit the button, so hardly had to break my grip. But now I've gone to a 2011 I just shift my grip slightly.

From reviews and videos on it, seems like the HK VP9/SFP9 (international version) is a very good option for anyone as its basically an improved glock in most aspects with massively improved ergonomics and customizable grip options.

I have the exact same problem Rushy. I was able to shoot an XD in the states and loved how they felt like a 1911. However, like you i couldnt quite hit that mag release without changing my grip on the pistol.
I then went to a Smith and Wesson M&P 9mm and it was a huge improvement. The handle is ergonomically shaped for better handling. As with most modern polymer hand guns, the back grip is inter-changable with smaller fittings to cater to people like us. When i settle down, stop moving around the country and get into pistol shooting, the SW is what i will be getting.

Originally Posted by mcche171

I have the exact same problem Rushy. I was able to shoot an XD in the states and loved how they felt like a 1911. However, like you i couldnt quite hit that mag release without changing my grip on the pistol.
I then went to a Smith and Wesson M&P 9mm and it was a huge improvement. The handle is ergonomically shaped for better handling. As with most modern polymer hand guns, the back grip is inter-changable with smaller fittings to cater to people like us. When i settle down, stop moving around the country and get into pistol shooting, the SW is what i will be getting.

Thanks. I will see if I can find one.

Another thing to consider whatever you end up choosing, is how easy is it to get parts? Extra mags, holsters and the like.

Some of the less common guns may be nice to shoot but if something breaks you could be out of action for a couple of months or more to get replacements. And of course murphys law says that things will only ever break a week or so out from nationals or South/North Islands.

Originally Posted by Ozzy

Another thing to consider whatever you end up choosing, is how easy is it to get parts? Extra mags, holsters and the like.

Some of the less common guns may be nice to shoot but if something breaks you could be out of action for a couple of months or more to get replacements. And of course murphys law says that things will only ever break a week or so out from nationals or South/North Islands.

good point

XDM's are a pretty good pistol. Very reliable hassle free, accurate, much nicer with a powder river precision trigger fitted.

Originally Posted by jackson21

XDM's are a pretty good pistol. Very reliable hassle free, accurate, much nicer with a powder river precision trigger fitted.

Thanks for that.