I would also be willing to let yall try some of mine out! I have everything caliber wise mentioned here;9mm's,45auto,38sp,and a 12 gauge w/pistol grip and m4 stock!
I'm in Chattanooga if you're near by.I will also be in Polk County shooting this weekend if thats closer to you.
If not then simply ask everyone publicly,and I'm sure at least one will be more then happy to help!
I also disagree! I find a pistol grip easier to use as long as its also got a stock.Same for thumb hole stocks!
+1 Glocks technically only have one safety,but thats not really a safety considering its located on the trigger.That means it is deactivated once the triggers pulled,intentionally or un-intentionally.Thats baaad juju for an inexperienced shooter!
There are many more possibilities for firearms that are safer,that are just as easy to use,and just as fail safe reliable!
I'm not even sure an XD would be a good choice for a beginner since it has no manual safety,although it would be much better then the Glock still!