XDS 3.3 or 4.0 in .45 cal. ?
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XDS 3.3 or 4.0 in .45 cal. ?
Been waffling back and forth trying to decide whether to buy another M&P or get an XDS. I stopped by a local shop yesterday to pick up some cleaning supplies and he had both versions of the XDS. I handled both and like them better than my M&P 9. Now my only decision is 3.3" or 4.0". I'm leaning toward the longer barrel because I think the addition in length will be better for performance and won't be much harder to conceal.
Any opinions from those who already own either or both would be appreciated.
Any opinions from those who already own either or both would be appreciated.
Re: XDS 3.3 or 4.0 in .45 cal. ?
I vote for 3.3, I have one in 45.
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Re: XDS 3.3 or 4.0 in .45 cal. ?
I have the 3.3 and its torquey, I have a hard time with follow up shots. I did by the extended mag and that does help but I won't carry for my EDC.
Disclaimer: Anything I state can not be applied to 100% of all situations. Sometimes it's ok to speak in general terms.
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Re: XDS 3.3 or 4.0 in .45 cal. ?
I have the 4.0.
I really like it but its a bit harder to find a holster for. Esp if you buy the laser.
Its def worth shooting to try it.
I really like it but its a bit harder to find a holster for. Esp if you buy the laser.
Its def worth shooting to try it.
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Re: XDS 3.3 or 4.0 in .45 cal. ?
3.3 all the way. If you want bigger than get a compact gun or full size.
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Thanks for your input. I want to order today so I've made my decision. I'm getting the 4.0". I already have smaller, S&W Jframe, and larger 1911, so this should be just about right. With a little luck either the wife or son will like it and I can justify another and get the 3.3".
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Ok, I placed the order. While shopping, I ran across a bundle that included the XDS 4.0", a Crimson Trace Laserguard, and holster all shipped to my FFL for less than I could have purchased the gun at my local Academy. I love internet shopping!
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Re: XDS 3.3 or 4.0 in .45 cal. ?
TexasComputerDude wrote:Wright leatherworks has a nice holster for it.
Thanks for that info. I'll check them out. Winthrop lists one for the XDs 3.3" w/ CT laser but don't see one for the 4.0". I am going to contact them this evening to see if they will furnish it.
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May I ask where you found it?karatedad wrote:Ok, I placed the order. While shopping, I ran across a bundle that included the XDS 4.0", a Crimson Trace Laserguard, and holster all shipped to my FFL for less than I could have purchased the gun at my local Academy. I love internet shopping!
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BudsGunShop.comjb2012 wrote:May I ask where you found it?karatedad wrote:Ok, I placed the order. While shopping, I ran across a bundle that included the XDS 4.0", a Crimson Trace Laserguard, and holster all shipped to my FFL for less than I could have purchased the gun at my local Academy. I love internet shopping!
Ordered Sunday night 11:00 PM. Order confirmed Monday morning at 9:27 AM. Shipment confirmation and tracking number received Monday evening 6:53 PM.
This is my second order from Buds. Totally satisfied thus far.
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Ahh very nice, I've heard nothing but good from bud's
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Re: XDS 3.3 or 4.0 in .45 cal. ?
I have both the shield and the XDS 4.0. I prefer the XDS 4.0 as my EDC. The extra sight radius does make a difference, at least for me.karatedad wrote:Been waffling back and forth trying to decide whether to buy another M&P or get an XDS. I stopped by a local shop yesterday to pick up some cleaning supplies and he had both versions of the XDS. I handled both and like them better than my M&P 9. Now my only decision is 3.3" or 4.0". I'm leaning toward the longer barrel because I think the addition in length will be better for performance and won't be much harder to conceal.
Any opinions from those who already own either or both would be appreciated.
Let us know what you decide.
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Delivered to my FFL at 2:27 PM Wednesday afternoon. I picked it up that evening. It took me less than 5 minutes to mount the laser. It pointed low and left of the factory sight. Another 2 minutes and I had them at the same point of aim. I am heading to the range tomorrow to begin the break in and confirm the sights. The holster is nothing to write home about. Just a simple padded cloth pocket holster. I cannot imagine ever carrying a 4" barreled .45 in my pocket. Today I placed the order for a leather OWB holster and gun belt from Wright Leatherworks (Thanks TexasComputerDude).karatedad wrote:BudsGunShop.comjb2012 wrote:May I ask where you found it?karatedad wrote:Ok, I placed the order. While shopping, I ran across a bundle that included the XDS 4.0", a Crimson Trace Laserguard, and holster all shipped to my FFL for less than I could have purchased the gun at my local Academy. I love internet shopping!
Ordered Sunday night 11:00 PM. Order confirmed Monday morning at 9:27 AM. Shipment confirmation and tracking number received Monday evening 6:53 PM.
This is my second order from Buds. Totally satisfied thus far.