[Labyrinthos]

I also like the XD...but if I can only have one, I would choose the 1911... With a Glock or XD, when I am out of ammo, I have a piece of plastic. With a 1911, when I am out of ammo I still have a 5 lb club... ;)

I carry the XD 9mm 3" subcompact with a 10 round mag and two 10 round back-up mags. If I can't put down an assailant with 31 rounds, then I don't need a 5 lb. club; rather, I need more time at the range.

[Magnum44]

No problem...everybody has their favorite(s)

I just like the 1911, fits my hand better. Also, I am currently located in a more suburban than rural environment, so for home D, I want my rounds to be higher mass but slower muzzle velocity. Just consideration for my neighbors... :)

[andy58-in-nh]

I’ve got an XD-9 with the 4” police service barrel, 16-round magazines and fitted with a Crimson Trace laser sight. Best 9mm I’ve ever owned - it feeds JHP’s flawlessly; it’s also well-balanced for a composite frame pistol and is easy to maintain. I find the trigger safety to be superfluous, but you get used to it. Still love my 1911’s though.