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I just got this today. At $499 plus tax, I could not resist an accurate, reliable .45 cal handgun that takes 13+1 mags (which are only $25 each). I also like the 5" barrel because it matches the Government 1911 length and is good for .45ACP.

Congrats. The XD series is quality.

Good Job!, I have two XD's and they are my primary CW's.

I've been researching the various XD models. On the SA website, they don't give the thickness. I guess they're all double stack mags?

ninemm wrote:I've been researching the various XD models. On the SA website, they don't give the thickness. I guess they're all double stack mags?

For all intents and purposes, they are all the same size except for barrel and/or grip length. One holster (open ended) fits all.

Didn't I see this on the FN forum???????

Congratulations. You will love it. I know I love my .40. I'm hoping they come out with the XDm in .45. Then I will own two XD's.

ninemm wrote:I've been researching the various XD models. On the SA website, they don't give the thickness. I guess they're all double stack mags?

The 45GAP uses single stack mags.

There is a very slight increase in the grip circumference in the 45 ACP models.

Your gonna' love your XD Tactical .... and you got it in the right Caliber !!! .45.... > .45.... > .45....> .45 >>>>>>>>>>>>>
Will ya' carry an extra mag. or just the 13 rounder ???
A little heavy for daily carry ( ? ) But.....I'm gonna' carry mine again ... (giving this Kahr CW40, a rest) I just feel safer with the big
XD daddy on my hip.
If ya' see me printing ... it won't be for long. New Belt, new Holster and maybe even a pair of them thar' suspenders .. .. ( just to hold up the waist line of my jeans ! )
Mac

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Yeah .45 is the way to go for me. 13+1 rounds of it makes for a comfortable feeling.

Congratulations! (I own the XD45 Service model, and it is my primary ccw).

I know you will like it! I rotote between my XD 45 service and Kimber Eclipse Pro II for my main carry guns, but always have my XD 9 as my BUG. I can't say enough good things about the XD line of guns. ( as evidenced in my screen name) I'm looking forward to the introduction of the XDm in 45 with great anticipation!

Has anyone done this with their XD?

I put the Hogue slip-on on the grip. I notice that I can permanently depress the grip safety if I inch it up toward the top. If I leave it this way, will it hurt the gun? I kind of like it this way, and the Hogue is very comfortable.

ml1209 wrote:Yeah .45 is the way to go for me. 13+1 rounds of it makes for a comfortable feeling.

I particularly like the 14+1 rounds of .45 in my 3" Kimber (2 magazines + 1 in the pipe).

Sorry, I couldn't help myself. My bad.

ml1209 wrote:Has anyone done this with their XD?

I put the Hogue slip-on on the grip. I notice that I can permanently depress the grip safety if I inch it up toward the top. If I leave it this way, will it hurt the gun? I kind of like it this way, and the Hogue is very comfortable.

Intentionally defeating a "safety device" can be problematic. It probably won't "hurt the gun" but could be used against you by an over-eager prosecutor if you ever have to use the gun in a defensive situation (somewhat less likely in Texas than in other states).

IMHO. YMMV.