Help me decide please? SR9C or XDM 40

[Guest sunk99]

Trying to decide on my next purchase, I am wanting the gun to serve as a target/carry pistol. I already own a LCP and a Mark III 22/45 so really just wanting a larger caliber in a quality gun, I have shot the XD40 but not the SR9C the only 9mm I have shot are Sig. So what do you think?

[Patton]

Two totally different guns there my friend.

[Guest The91Bravo]

FNP-45 tactical or HK USP Custom Combat... LOL

[Guest sunk99]

I know they are two totally different guns but was looking for suggestions on which to add to my collection next thanks for pointing it out though.

[Guest The91Bravo]

I love the XDm. I have not shot the Ruger, but they make guns right too.

[Guest Red5]

Based on the info you provided, the responses are going to come down to personal preference. I vote SR9c.

[TNWNGR]

The average end user legally carrying a SDP or HG will not continue to carry a full sized service pistol and in the end leave it in the car or at home. The SR9c will be more comfortable to shoot than your LCP or even an LC9 is so look at it that way instead.

[dats82]

Either way, if you plan to shoot a bunch, I would get a 9mm; cheaper at the range. I am a Ruger fan, so I would lean toward the Ruger. I think you would be well served by either, but a nine in either platform would be cheaper to shoot.

[LagerHead]

I haven't shot or even handled the SR9C, but in general if you're looking for a target gun compacts kinda stink. I used to have an XDm40 and can vouch for its quality. I regretted trading it so much that I recently replaced it with an XDm 5.25 Competition Series. If you want a target gun, there you go. I agree with dats82, get a 9mm for a range/target gun. If it's not your carry why pay more for ammo?

[Will Carry]

I have an XDm 40. It does everything well but for some reason it sits in my safe all the time. There is nothing wrong with it at all. I shoot 45acp, 9mm and 38 Special. The XDm-40 is my only 40 so that may be the reason.

[robin48]

I have a SR40 c and love it. My wife had the SR9C and it was a sweet shooter also.

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[Guest FiddleDog]

The XDM has a pretty tall bore axis, but the finish is second to none. The SRC is nicer on the pocket, a low bore axis, and some nice safety features on it. If you're lookin' for something that you'd be comfortable carrying around all the time, I'd say the SR9c.

[MphsTiger1981]

For punching paper, the larger gun would be more fun for me than the smaller one. The 9mm will be cheaper to shoot if that's a consideration. If money is not a concern as far as ammo, is there a reason you would choose .40 over .45? I'd take the same money and buy a nice used .45. If we're just shooting to blow stuff up, let's get the .45 and make some really big arse holes!!!

[BJB]

Hey I have a SR9C and an XD9. If you want to go shoot let me know

[dou44]

i like my sub compact xd40 ,i went to that because the full size got heavy by the end of the day.cost a little more to shoot but i know it will do the job.

[Guest msparks]

I think the question would boil down to: do you want a frame mounted safety or not. I went to a gun store to buy an SR9. racked the slide and a sharp piece cut the skin on my palm. Needless to say I went home with a used Glock that day after full intention of buying the Ruger. No safety to catch my palm, no external stuff to mess with "in case of emergency".

Since then I have bought another glock, I also own an XD45c. I like them all.

They can keep the ruger, the over redundent safety in "my opinion" is not needed especially if it will injure me every time I rack the slide.

YMMV.

[Caster]

I'd go with the XDm. Although I don't like the M either. Have you looked at the standard XD? Now that's my favorite there. I don't subscribe to the "M factor" as better.

[cgpeanut]

Love my SR9c and SR9 I enjoy shooting them, accurate and just feels right. Here they are with upgraded Galloway Presicion's Guide Stainless Steel Guide Rod and Aluminum Strike Indicator.

[True Grit]

I have the xd40 tactical for my range gun and LCR for carry. Home defense is my shotgun.

Most people will not carry full size guns because they feel like a brick in your pants all day,

[Mike]

Looked at M&P's?

Mike

[Guest sunk99]

I considered going with the . 45 but the price of ammo was my reason for not listing it,sure sounds fun though.

[Guest sunk99]

Hey I have a SR9C and an XD9. If you want to go shoot let me know

Where do you go shooting at? I don't currently go to any ranges but have been considering it.Which one of the two guns do you prefer the ruger or Springfield?

Edited October 27, 2011 by sunk99
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[Guest sunk99]

Thanks for all of the responses and for not flaming me too bad. I'm planning on using some of my christmas bonus on this purchase so I am just trying to be prepared.

[Mike]

I considered going with the . 45 but the price of ammo was my reason for not listing it,sure sounds fun though.

They make them in 9mm as well...

[SonnyCrockett]

get the MADE IN USA one