XDS versus PM45

[Bawanna]

Was that my Ruger in that video, sure looks like it? Love the back ground, looks warm.

[gb6491]

Lookin at that fine video, it looks like the 9 Shield was more obnoxious in muzzle flip than the 45's.

Nice video.

I agree. While I like the Shield, (IMO) it's ergonomics could stand improvement. In fact, I slightly undercut it's trigger guard after making that video.

Was that my Ruger in that video, sure looks like it? Love the back ground, looks warm.

No sir, that's my Remington R1S, which I must say I'm super pleased with. We are having great weather right now. There's a little chill at night and it's brisk in the morning (good for chasing after quail), but the rest of the day is nice, mostly short sleeve weather.

Regards,
Greg

[mko1024]

How is the recoil on the XDs? lets say compared to the cm9... any guess?

I have both. I think the recoil with the XDS is more manageable with a quicker return to the target than the CM9. It's definitely a bigger kick but the weight of the gun/slide makes the difference for me.

Pierce makes a pinky extension for the XDS mags now. A buddy picked some of those up and it makes a big difference with three fingers on the grip. I haven't purchased them for mine yet but plan to so so soon.

[drgad]

I've had my XDS (bitone) for about 3 weeks now, and have pocket carried it every day since (current load: Corbon DPX). Yes, it's a little longer and taller than my Kahr PM40, but just a little. That said, it is a little tighter in jeans, but still not much. I like being able to have my hand on it at a moment's notice. Was interested in the Kahr PM45 but its reliability and the suggested 200 rd. break in - and the price! - led me to SA!

[Hunter991]

Honestly the XDs looks lighter to shoot than the sheild.. You can't even tell you were shooting a 45 vs a 9mm.

[addictedhealer]

I had a XD and did enjoy shooting it. I just don't like the looks, huge slide and mall ninja stippling.

Great write up.

[East River Guide]

The XDs does not detail strip like a Kahr or Glock.

If only Kahr detail stripped like Glock. My least favorite part about my Kahrs is trying to remove the cover plate without losing an eye or a spring.

[Shark1007]

I gave 'em both another test. I'm having a recoil issue. I have a cervical herniated disc (2) issue and it hurts to practice. I evaluated several pistols I have broken in now.

The XDS and the PM45 were neck and neck. I like the XDS because I installed a laserlyte rear sight/laser and it is way cool, I can't find a similar laser for the Kahr. Excluding the laser issue, I had to give the Kahr a tiny edge because of the trigger, both were about equal accuracy wise. The Kahr trigger was smoother and the actual firing sneaks up on you a little unanticipated, which I like.

The Springfield has an odd issue common to the XDS where the aft end of the recoild spring looks like it's been dragged on cement as it wears. Springfield says it's normal and no functional matter.

The XDS seem easier to clean, both use Froglube.

If I can find an old stock laserlyte rear sight, I'll be happy as a clam on a high tide.

[Hunter991]

I just got my XDs.. WOW is all i can say. Great piece to be honest. Recoil is stout but not what you would think from such a small gun. Mine fired off 4 mags of Foicchi without being cleaned etc.... no issues. Most testing needs to be done but the quality is very good.

[jocko]

u now I never was a fan of comparing a gun to anutter gun, each has its own characteristics, andu either like um or u buy anutter gun that please you. I don't think it is fair to either brand... and if they all worked exactly alike then we would have only gun maker more than likely for if a kel tek 45 would work just as good as Sig 45 but sell for $600 less, then sig would cease to be here. Course we know better . that was just a cenario and I hate scenario's.

[itsthelaw]

Without comparisons, scenarios and opinions of guns, accessories, ammo, etc, this place would be pretty darn boring.

[2edgesword]

You folks that are say no way to pocket carry of a PM9 have got to stop wearing those skinny jeans and tight pants .

[jocko]

ur

Without comparisons, scenarios and opinions of guns, accessories, ammo, etc, this place would be pretty darn boring.

probalby right on that. I guessmy only point was when one compares it should be an even playing field.

I would not want compare a corvette to a ford taurus. but one thing this forum is not know for is to be boring as u well know.

I used to compare starbucks coffee to dunkin donuts until I found out starbucks uses recycled toilet water kwhere dunkin donuts uses nuclear waste water. The difference I guess is that they will both light u up in the morning but with dunkin donuts the light is still on at 11 p.m that night. Just sayin
I hope I did not hi-jack ur thread

[Bawanna]

I think I've finally figured out who Jocko really is.

D. B. Cooper. It all makes perfect sense now. He survived the jump after all.

My son has an XDS, I have not had the opportunity to shoot it yet but hopefully soon. I will do a side by side with my PM45 and see how she runs.

After some Dunkin Donut coffee of course.

[itsthelaw]

You folks that are say no way to pocket carry of a PM9 have got to stop wearing those skinny jeans and tight pants .

I'm 6' 2", 210# and wear loose fitting jeans. I have NO idea how pocket carrying a 9mm works for people. I guess everyone has their own likes. My pockets are already full of other stuff anyhow. Maybe they have a 9mm app for my smart phone! AIWB is another that baffles me. I get the whole draw thing, but I just can't have it pointing in that direction. If the gun had an AD, I'd either bleed out quickly or wish I would.