I actually opted out of the .357 revolver that was department-issued at the time.
Not long after, I began seeking out some of the best firearms shooting and training that was available.
Living in a shooting mecca, I quickly caught the match shooting bug.
You guessed it this multi-tasking dude was Rob Leatham.
Carry Options
Fast-forward many years to the introduction of the Springfield Armory XD line of firearms.
Since then, the XD-M in 9mm has been one of my two primary carry/duty companions.
My second carry/duty handgun is a Springfield Lightweight Operator in .45ACP.
The only trigger enhancement that I have done is by way of hard use and repetition.
Not only do I compete with the gun I carry, but I also teach with the same.
Well, its simple, because there are so many advantages to competing with your carry gun.
Mac brought to the forefront the reflection of the overused axiom of train like you fight.
Anyone who competes regularly has done thousands of under-pressure first shot draws.
Angular Approach
Its a known fact that different handguns have different grip angles.
This angle needs to be learned to the point where the draw is a reflective action.
This can only happen through repetition.
The different-sized replaceable grip inserts allow a custom fit to the shooters hand.
The XD-M grip angle is also very similar to my other favorite carry gun: mySpringfield 1911.
This feel and response also vary with different ammunition, even in the same caliber.
Shooting my XD-M carry gun in competition helps me better understand the timing of my handgun.
Acquiring the recoil/timing knowledge and experience of my defensive handgun enables me to shoot faster and more accurately.
#ChaChing
Not me.
MyXD-M Elite Precision 9mmis the handgun I compete with, as well as my basic duty/daily carry firearm.
This particular Springfield performed these multiple functions for me for almost a decade.
During this time, I have spent little money to modify the gun.
USPSA Production and IDPA Stock Service Pistol divisions have been a perfect fit for me and my 9mm XD-M. Want to further test your carry firearm?
Want to have complete confidence in your personal defense/carry gun?
Make the commitment to shoot it consistently at your local matches.
Teaching Cred
Any instructor worth their salt will alwaysdemonstrate the shooting drillsthat they require of their students.
To date, I have never regretted my decision to compete with my EDC/Duty pistols.
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