Before making any comments about the Springfield XD subcompact I have to say that I and a little bit prejudice because I am a 1911 shooter. There are few guns that can compare to a Browning design. Especially not polymer framed, wide bodied, flat tops. So pros: Short compact design Extremely strong frame Very few parts More @Wikipedia
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