G26 or XD Subcompact

[Mtbkski]

Sorry about the last thread. I'm sure someone will learn somthing from it. I have. The G19 vs XD compact post that is.

I learned that the Compact only comes in 45. I was talking about the Sub Compact that I had seen and was interested in.

I found out that the G19 isn't as small as I thought it was. It is the G26 that is the small one.

Guess it wasn't a total waste.

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So, now............ Between the G26 and the XD Subcompact. Which pistol would you prefer. Why? How do each of these handle? How about recoil? How about concealment? How many rounds does each carry? You guys know, the usual stuff you would want to know.

[Glocker]

The G26 of course, otherwise, what is the sense of my username?

Just kidding, although I love my Glock, I don't know enough about the XD Subcompact to make a comparison.

[Gkgas]

I would say that since you have an xd already the subcompact might be best for you, at the very least you would be able to use the 16 rounders in the subcompact. I would say they are both good guns. Good Luck

[The Drew]

There is nothing wrong with either gun, it is really personal preference, and the plus factor that since you already own an XD 9 you can use the full capacity mags. BTW, they make a sleeve that goes over the full size mags that fills in the gap for easier shooting of the subcompact.

On edit, I see you also have a keltec P11... I don't think that there is much that either of these guns give you other than a nicer trigger that you don't already have in the P11

[Mtbkski]

On edit, I see you also have a keltec P11... I don't think that there is much that either of these guns give you other than a nicer trigger that you don't already have in the P11

Yeah, I actually like the long hard trigger pull of it. I won't squeeze off a round by accident thats for sure. I don't have it right now. It is back at Kel Tec getting a set of Tritinaum Night Sights, a fluff and buff to the insides, and a trigger shoe installed. I'll probably just stick with it, but if I was going to upgrade, it would be to one of these two I think.

[Michele]

I like my Springfield Sub-Compact .9mm
Its comfortable to carry, comfortable to shoot and I like the safety features.
Hardly any recoil. My .38spcl, now thats a punch in the hand for me

[TonyF]

My .38spcl, now thats a punch in the hand for me

I'm really glad you mentioned this.

Guys, take note of this before you buy your lady a snub nose. The S&W J frame is a fine pistol but IMHO it is far from the best choice for a woman.

[Cheeseybacon]

My dad was searching for a CCW a long while ago and was considering both the G26 and the XD9sc. Here's a thread I started on it:

http://www.pafoa.org/forum/pistols-4...lock-26-a.html

Unfortunately he opted for neither and went with a Kahr PM9 instead, and now he is paying the price.

I personally carry the G26, but it's mostly because I was able to pick one up NIB for $395 at a show. I wouldn't hesitate to trust my life an XD9 subcompact however.

[mjd932]

I'd recommend holding both and seeing what fits you. I was dead set on a G26 until I held the XD. Other people prefer the G26 feel. They're both fine weapons, just see what one works best for you.

[Michele]

I'm really glad you mentioned this.

Guys, take note of this before you buy your lady a snub nose. The S&W J frame is a fine pistol but IMHO it is far from the best choice for a woman.

Fabulous advice!