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Old April 26, 2005, 12:34 PM   #3
Jim Watson
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I would prefer the XD 5" for its longer sight radius and standard recoil spring. But I would not pay a lot more money for one, the differences are small and the 4" will serve pretty well.

9mm ammunition is much cheaper than .40 and has less recoil which you will definitely notice in a 31 ounce gun.

NOTE: The XD is considered a single action pistol and will enter IDPA in Enhanced Service Pistol versus assorted .38 Super 1911s and heavily massaged Glocks. It doesn't matter to a novice but eventually you might find yourself limited by the gun. MIGHT. EVENTUALLY. The low price of the XD can outweigh that. By the time you are good enough to be helped by a more refined gun, you will probably be ready to buy a new gun anyhow.

QUESTION: Is this your first handgun ever or are you buying something you think better for IDPA than what you already own? If you already have something somewhat suitable, I suggest shooting it for a while before getting a gun especially for the matches.
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