Holster for the XD-45 Compact

[texas297]

Hello,

Just bought me a new XD-45. While it says "compact" I beg to differ. With the 13+1 magazine in this is a good size weapon.

That said, I am now in need of a holster with it as I am left handed and the included ones are of course RH. I am going to call Springfield tomorrow and see if by chance I can swap out the RH OEM for a LH OEM holster but I'm not going to hold my breath.

My main question is does anyone know if the XD-45 "compact" will fit in the FOBUS SP-11 holster?

If not, any of you all XD 45 owners Left handed as well, and can provide a recommendation on a paddle holster?

Thanks
David

[Skiprr]

Even if Springfield has a left-handed model to offer, IMHO, I'd look for something else to actually carry. It's nice that they give away the holster in the kit, but it isn't terribly useful.

I have an XD45 Service, not the Compact, but Comp-Tac makes two types of Kydex paddle holsters that will accommodate the Compact. I have (gasp) five of their holsters and think highly of the company and quality. http://www.comp-tac.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=27

[texas297]

Even if Springfield has a left-handed model to offer, IMHO, I'd look for something else to actually carry. It's nice that they give away the holster in the kit, but it isn't terribly useful.

I have an XD45 Service, not the Compact, but Comp-Tac makes two types of Kydex paddle holsters that will accommodate the Compact. I have (gasp) five of their holsters and think highly of the company and quality. http://www.comp-tac.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=27

Thanks for the reply Skiprr. I'll probably try to track one down.

David

[TX Rancher]

My main question is does anyone know if the XD-45 "compact" will fit in the FOBUS SP-11 holster?

Yes, the XD 45 compact fits in the SP-11 holster. Tension is adjustable by screws...

Some folks like Fobus, some think they're an absolute waste of money. Read some of the posts on the subject and draw your own conclusions.

As Skiprr said, it would be a good idea to forget about the OEM holster. They really aren't very good for carry. It allows way to much movement of the gun on the belt. It's probably ok for those that just use it at the range, but I would not feel comfortable using it for concealed carry...But that's just me. Many folks use clip draw or Mexican carry and do just fine. So it's really a personal preference.

But I think you would find a majority of CHL's wouldn't carry in the OEM holster.

You're right about the XD not being very "compact". I don't carry mine in the summer for that reason. Come winter and I start using more substantial cover garments though and the XD is a viable option for me.

[texas297]

My main question is does anyone know if the XD-45 "compact" will fit in the FOBUS SP-11 holster?

Yes, the XD 45 compact fits in the SP-11 holster. Tension is adjustable by screws...

Some folks like Fobus, some think they're an absolute waste of money. Read some of the posts on the subject and draw your own conclusions.

As Skiprr said, it would be a good idea to forget about the OEM holster. They really aren't very good for carry. It allows way to much movement of the gun on the belt. It's probably ok for those that just use it at the range, but I would not feel comfortable using it for concealed carry...But that's just me. Many folks use clip draw or Mexican carry and do just fine. So it's really a personal preference.

But I think you would find a majority of CHL's wouldn't carry in the OEM holster.

You're right about the XD not being very "compact". I don't carry mine in the summer for that reason. Come winter and I start using more substantial cover garments though and the XD is a viable option for me.

I am very familiar with the Fobus discussions on the list.

I've had one and have no problems with it.

Actually I am thinking of breaking down and getting a "man purse"/gadget bag. As much stuff as I carry around one it starting to make sense. That way I just throw the ole smoke wagon in it.

[TX Rancher]

[ I am very familiar with the Fobus discussions on the list.

I've had one and have no problems with it.

Actually I am thinking of breaking down and getting a "man purse"/gadget bag. As much stuff as I carry around one it starting to make sense. That way I just throw the ole smoke wagon in it.

Yea, I have several Fobus holsters too, and they’ve worked fine for me. A couple are over 6 years old and still going…

If you try the bag approach I would be interested in how it works for you. Sometimes when I’m custom baling hay I use a fanny pack to hold my pistol, ammo, wallet, and keys. It works out great. I don't have to worry about droping things while crawling around the baler

[texas297]

[ I am very familiar with the Fobus discussions on the list.

I've had one and have no problems with it.

Actually I am thinking of breaking down and getting a "man purse"/gadget bag. As much stuff as I carry around one it starting to make sense. That way I just throw the ole smoke wagon in it.

Yea, I have several Fobus holsters too, and they’ve worked fine for me. A couple are over 6 years old and still going…

If you try the bag approach I would be interested in how it works for you. Sometimes when I’m custom baling hay I use a fanny pack to hold my pistol, ammo, wallet, and keys. It works out great. I don't have to worry about droping things while crawling around the baler

No problem.

When I start looking around I'll post any good findings here on the board.

David

[omegadeluz77]

If you call Springfield they will send you a LH paddle holster free. It's not the best, but it's free.

[texas297]

If you call Springfield they will send you a LH paddle holster free. It's not the best, but it's free.

Yup. Called today.

I'm sure like others said it's not great, but at least it's free.

I'll be getting another one down the road but after spending $600.00 on the new weapon I want to wait a few weeks. Gotta keep the wife happy.

[BrassMonkey]

That thing is gonna fall out of the holster and get all scratched up. What does a decent upgrade to the stockl holster cost?

If you call Springfield they will send you a LH paddle holster free. It's not the best, but it's free.

Yup. Called today.

I'm sure like others said it's not great, but at least it's free.

I'll be getting another one down the road but after spending $600.00 on the new weapon I want to wait a few weeks. Gotta keep the wife happy.

[texas297]

That thing is gonna fall out of the holster and get all scratched up. What does a decent upgrade to the stockl holster cost?

If you call Springfield they will send you a LH paddle holster free. It's not the best, but it's free.

Yup. Called today.

I'm sure like others said it's not great, but at least it's free.

I'll be getting another one down the road but after spending $600.00 on the new weapon I want to wait a few weeks. Gotta keep the wife happy.

They are not sending the standard OEM holster. They are sending the paddle style holster. Not much different from the Fobus I was using on my S&W4014.

I just put it in my RH paddle holster and it's pretty secure.

[BrassMonkey]

Well, kewl. I will hold onto the one I bought myself accidentally then. I don't even own an XD.

That thing is gonna fall out of the holster and get all scratched up. What does a decent upgrade to the stockl holster cost?

If you call Springfield they will send you a LH paddle holster free. It's not the best, but it's free.

Yup. Called today.

I'm sure like others said it's not great, but at least it's free.

I'll be getting another one down the road but after spending $600.00 on the new weapon I want to wait a few weeks. Gotta keep the wife happy.

They are not sending the standard OEM holster. They are sending the paddle style holster. Not much different from the Fobus I was using on my S&W4014.

I just put it in my RH paddle holster and it's pretty secure.

[texas297]

Well, kewl. I will hold onto the one I bought myself accidentally then. I don't even own an XD.

That thing is gonna fall out of the holster and get all scratched up. What does a decent upgrade to the stockl holster cost?

If you call Springfield they will send you a LH paddle holster free. It's not the best, but it's free.

Yup. Called today.

I'm sure like others said it's not great, but at least it's free.

I'll be getting another one down the road but after spending $600.00 on the new weapon I want to wait a few weeks. Gotta keep the wife happy.

They are not sending the standard OEM holster. They are sending the paddle style holster. Not much different from the Fobus I was using on my S&W4014.

I just put it in my RH paddle holster and it's pretty secure.

eBay it!

What was wired was all XD weapons come with a Holster, magazine belt clip, and some kind of strange magazine loader.

As it that wasn't enough, Cabela's threw in the pancake style holster and a rail mounted flashlight holder.

Of course both were RH.

So when I called Springfield today the lady I spoke with immediately said no problem she'd get a LH one out to me right away. I asked her which one thinking it would be the OEM one that is given away with all XD's but she said it would be the paddle style. They don't even want EITHER one back. Talk about great customer service.

Now if I could just find a place and time to shoot this bad boy!

[BrassMonkey]

I dont; like selling stuf flike that. I would rather give it to someone who can actually use it. Speaking of which, who was it that I was giving these AirTran credits to? He never got back to me and they are gonna expire. I guess if he doesn't reply to this in 24 hours, they are first dibs again...

[Sangiovese]

Just bought me a new XD-45. While it says "compact" I beg to differ. With the 13+1 magazine in this is a good size weapon.

I know this is a minor part of your post... but:

It's only "compact" with the 10 round magazine. The 13 round magazine with the extension puts it at the exact same dimensions as the service model. In fact, they market it as "two guns in one" since you can either configure it like the service model or a more compact size for carry by changing magazines :)

Personally, I carry mine in a crossbreed supertuck with the 10 round magazine inserted, and a spare 13 round mag ready to go. Not sure how much it impacts others, but for me there is a HUGE difference in my ability to conceal it with and without the smaller magazine (grip length).