GLOCK 29 vs. Springfield XDM Elite Compact - 10mm
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SGM has extra strength springs for their 28rounders...best for fast feeding bing bangs
Let me give you a warning, there has been a bad powder issue in a couple of companies. I’m sure you’re aware of it. I had a bullet get stuck in the barrel on my Glock 21 with LAX ammo. It was determined it was indeed a bad batch of ammo and the powder didn’t burn properly with multiple rounds. I got a full refund.
This was one of the best damn ammo reviews I've seen in a long time
The xtended slide on grips with g20 magazines, works great for the G29.
Also. I notice you re-grip on every shot. Might I suggest. Slide left middle finger between index shooting finger and middle finger. Extend the left index over the front of the trigger guard. You should have better control. Everyones hands are different. But its worth a try.
Love the glasses . what make etc?
Hey Gents Own both. Shot the Glock obviously more. First time out w the XDM. Here is what I discovered. 5 shots at 10 yards using the following) 1. Underwood 135 gr 2. Fiocchi 180 gr Range 3. Freedom 180gr 4. Blazer 200gr Brass 5. Sig Sauer 180gr (regular range). Dead on accurate of course was the Underwood w the lower flip. Fiocchi was impressive. Hard hitting and accurate. Blazer and Sig were neck and neck for accuracy but you could tell Sig was harder hitting. It kills me to say this because they are from my hometown And they have great customer service.Freedom is terrible.(5.56 and .223 are just fine).Just all over the place. Now to the Firearm. Was not sure the XDM was a wise purchase because I already had a compact 10. Even had the BR’s (buyers remorse). Dry fired both in the house when I got the XDM home and was really pissed I purchased it. Didn’t feel right. Wasn’t sure about the sights.etc. I was wrong. That’s what a range is for. BOTH GUNS FIRST SHOTS were accurate. Follow up shots..not even close.. In a gun fight? XDM hands down. Superior trigger, sights and grips can make a world of difference. ( I bought mine w/o the Red Dot). This gun is just a damn nice package considering the whole package. Guy’s, I set the Glock down and just kept on firing the XDM until I realized I was going broke. The BR’s are totally gone regarding the XDM. Not so on the G29. Hope this helps My Brothers
Nice review man 👍
Wanna sell me your g29 for a good price ?:) legit sale of course !?
I also have both the Glock 29sf and the XDM elite compact 10mm.
I happen to like both. But the XDM Elite has the edge. It also came with a Red Dot. The Glick did not.
BR's???
@@epps1217 Was about to ask the same thing.
I own several Glock models including a Glock 40 MOS. But I chose the XDM Elite for a Compact 10mm. It’s a better deal out the box. Ergonomics, fully supported chamber, 11+1, good trigger, no mods needed. The XDM Elite is my 1st Springfield. It’ll probably be the only one I get for the sake of having a good compact 10mm.
Hellcat is also a great option.
No doubt! Man, I really like that FDE Hellcat model
Been trying to figure out if the XDM 10mm compact has a fully supported chamber. How did you find out that it does? I called Springfield and the rep had no idea. Lol.
It’s fully supported. I can tell by looking at it and comparing to my Glock 40 MOS stock barrel and my 6” KKM 40 barrel which is fully supported. Plus the other reviews confirm this.
@@-mystical-16 thanks a ton. Really appreciate it!
Bought one two months ago and absolutely love it!!! Such a great, quality built gun. Extremely pleasant to shoot for a 10mm and extremely happy with the accuracy. As with the grip safety, I honestly do not even notice it while shooting the gun. I actually like the purpose of it cause I usually always have my guns loaded. So just a small but effective safety feature. So when firing, I’ve never had it cause an issue, get in the way, felt it, etc. I just don’t even notice it while shooting. So if a person was to NOT purchase this gun or one like it because of any concerns of the grip safety, they would be massively selling the gun short and would be making a big mistake in my opinion. In fact, I love this gun so much I am going to purchase another just to have a second one.
Because of your comment I will be purchasing this firearm.
Which one Glock or xd
@@judepadulo6270 xdm
Gotta pick my XDM up tomorrow & a got a RDP Hellcat. Dope videos! Keep ‘em coming!!
Same here.
Thanks for playing the song of our people! And for another good solid video. Well done sir.
Man, in slo mo when you shot both, the XDM spent casings were flying over the top of the glock's cases and you shot the glock 1st consistently. Some mean ejection coming out of that XDM. I bought my Dad the 10mm XDM full size last year and he still flinches a bit when he shoots it (70 and still kickin'). Thanks for the video. Informative.
10mm is a thumper!
Sweet video comparing the two compact 10mms available to us . Amazing what a difference good quality ammo can make. I'm sticking with the g29 some talon grips and a pierce grip ext no red dot wanted. Great video once again sir much appreciated.
Thank you for your comparison video, Sir!
Mine just shipped to my FFL yesterday, but I will have to wait until early next year to shoot it when I return from overseas.
In the latter part of 2016 I did extensive research trying to decide on a hiking gun. I chose the 10mm, especially after reading the Swedish National Park Police were upgrading to 10mm to protect them from polar bear. I figure it would be more than adequate protection in the lower 48 against anything.
My first 10mm was the double stack RIA 1911 the wider grip feels great in my large hands and I felt safer hiking in SW New Mexico. Fiber optic is great for day, but wanted a sight picture at night. I found 10mm out of it to be similar to +P .45 ammo recoil; very manageable. Ironically, I found the only ammo it doesn't like is the Sig V-Crown. I think the angle of the bullet is the issue for the RIA.
The following year, many major handgun manufacturers started introducing 10mm handguns. It seemed my exhaustive research and decision to go 10mm were validated.
When the full-sized XDM OSP was released in 10mm and realizing my 'aging' eyes find it increasingly difficult to line up iron sights, I eventually opted for the XDM OSP in FDE. I put a Holosun HE507E-GR-V2 with the green multiple reticle. I found my eyes pick up green better than red. An optic on a pistol does take some getting used to, as the point of aim is higher than traditional iron sights; but as with any new technique/equipment it just took some deliberate practice. I like the option of using the 35 MOA circle, 2.5 MOA dot, or both!
I decided to make 10mm my primary handgun caliber after many years carrying .40 S&W in SA XDm, XD compact, and a S&W M&P .40 with the VTAC sights. I sold my two SA .40s and bought a CMMG Banshee 300 pistol caliber carbine in 10mm and put a Meprolight MEPRO RDS PRO V2 Green Bullseye on it. It is essentially the same reticle as the Holosun, so regardless of which weapon I fire, it is the same reticle. What a great PCC that makes a great truck gun!
Since the CMMG uses Glock-compatible mags, I reluctantly considered the Glock 29 in order to have a compact 10mm for concealed carry in summer and to complete my 10mm defensive trifecta. I have only fired Glocks in 9mm and .45 a handful of times and never fell in love with them. So given my 13 years owning, carrying, and shooting SA handguns, it was a no-brainer for me, to consider the new XDm Elite OSP. I ordered it with the stock optic, but may eventually change to one with a green reticle.
Your video gave me peace of mind that I made the right decision, especially with the slightly longer grip that you pointed out. I was concerned when you shot the Freedom ammo, but you and both guns were redeemed when you switched to the Sig ammo.
I apologize for the long comment, but wanted to thank you as someone who has done a lot of research on 10mm ammo and platforms, and is all in with 10mm.
Now if it would just be produced so we can buy more than 3 boxes at a time!
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I just now discovered your channel. I love your calm demeanor and no BS comments. Video liked and subscribed.
I bought a G29 Gen 4 a few years ago as my sidearm while hiking. hunting, and camping in Idaho. It has served me faithfully over the years and it is now far from stock. When I saw the XDM Elite Compact in 10mm, I was intrigued. I agree with Justin that it is superior to the G29 out of the box. However, most of us "gun folks" are rarely content with leaving well enough alone.
My G29 now has a Pearce grip extender, which gives me a perfect grip purchase for my large hands. I also upgraded to Dawson Precision FO sites, a Glock OEM (-) connector, and a KKM 4.5" barrel. My G29 will do an inch 5-shot group at 25 yards, is controllable, has never hiccuped, and is eminently configurable and customizable from an endless number of aftermarket vendors.
BTW, I also tried the Freedom Munitions 10mm ammo in my G29 and had similar disappointing results. Luckily, I reload, and the brass will be used to create accurate ammo.
I enjoyed reading your comment and your take on this. You just cant beat what works.
Whenever someone says "X gun is perfect right out of the box" I practically lose interest in it.😂
I mean, Where's the fun in that?
Totally agree. In past 14 years I’ve been carrying it, I jacked up my 29 a lot. It’s deadly accurate - makes ragged holes at 10-15 yds (KKM bbl !) My only complaint is the blocky grip, which is much better with extended mags but not comfortable like an XDM. I like how the Glock is like a revolver, you pick it up and shoot it - no backstrap safety. I carry w/Underwood 180s. I’m gonna try the XDM compact 10mm - see if it fits. Glock needs a better grip like my Hellcat.
I've had my G29SF for many years. I have an aftermarket Lonewolf barrel with a 23lb spring, Truglo night sights, Pearce grip magazine extenders and talon grips. Mine is accessorized to better manage hot loads and carry in the mountains. Listen to Justin by spending the time and money to test quality ammunition.
The next 10mm in my future will be the XDM elite, but the 4.5 inch model.
Best 10mm on the market is a Colt Delta Elite which I’ve owned for almost 40 years. My carry is the XDM Elite compact 10mm, a whole lot lighter and a close second to my Colt.
I have been waiting for this comparison!!! I have the XDM 10mm 5.25. But wanted a compact version. I may actually have it now.
@Zylus C I hope it comes soon. I love 10mm.
Great video. I like your understated style and quiet humor. There are no distractions from what matters which is the comparison of the guns.
I traded in my Glock 29 for the XDM yesterday. Best gun trade I ever made, XDM just feels so much better and shoots so much better.
I don't believe that. I've had both. Still have a 29.
@@gunsquawk4443 good to know! I just put one in lay away yesterday!
Feels wayyyy better. Better quality mags. Ambi slide release. The XD is just overall better.
Yeah I have the Glock 29. I never owned a Springfield. What do you like better on it
Thinking about doing the same
Picked up the 9mm xdm elite. Removed mag well and purchased a extended magazine with extended grip.both huge improvements but its nice right out of the box.
Curious. I’ve never heard someone say watching a red dot “bounce around” is distracting.
Lol! Yeah.
Some would call that 'The Shakes'.😂
Nutnfancy said years ago that although he still prefers Glock, when he is having a bad day shooting with a Glock all you have to do is put an XD in his hands and he will hit bullseyes for the rest of the day. I personally have never bought a Glock, I printed one, but I have three XD's and I can make shots up to a hundred yards on a target with a fair ratio considering I don't get to shoot as much as I should.
I'm not a Glock fan at all. In fact I have an XDm 3.8 compact in 9mm as my EDC and also own a Taurus 24/7 in .40 and a Sig Sauer SP 2022 in 9mm. No Glocks as you can see.
@Shaquan Smith He is the one who started the high speed tactical community back in the day. No one would be talking about WROL or systems without him. I think you need to reevaluate your definition of Fudd.
While I like Glocks in general, I had and sold the 29.
@@DJ369-Miami I've had a g29 for 12 years, only kept because 10mm. I replaced it with this xdm the day it came out.
My glock was nothing but a letdown because I had an XD 1st. The only reason I keep my glock around is because it matches up with my sub2k. I dont like glock's takedown lever, grip, mag ejector, feels cheap, jammed on round 27, no chamber or coking indicator, back sight blows, boring/ugly, trigger wasnt the best, theres a reason the glock fan boys replace every single peace of the gun and its not just to look better. They are also way over priced, theres cheaper guns that are better and for a few bones more you could get an H&K or a CZ, maybe even a sig, by the time you replace everything you could almost get one of each.
The Springfield Armory XDM Elite is not bad at all, but if I were to choose a 10mm pistol in a subcompact format (which I wouldn't because of recoil) it migjt be a Glock, based on reliability, durability, availability, and the option for aftermarket customization.
However, to bring the Glock 29 (under review in this video) into the 21st century, I would do the following: 1) replace the trigger with an Apex trigger; 2) have the slide cut for an optic; 3) have forward serrations cut into the slide for press checks; 4) replace the sights with supressor-height night sights so the they can be cowitnessed with the optic; 5) replace the polymer guide rod with a steel one; 6) hand polish most of the Glock's internal steel components for smoother operation; 7) have the trigger guard under cut to make more room for the hand and to reduce the "Glock knuckle"; 8) install the C&H SpeedFeed for cleaner mag changes; 9) attach Talon grips to the pistol to improve grip texture, or have the grip stipled.
After all of these modifications, we would still be left with that 22-degree grip angle, which some people don't like.
Note that Langdon Tactical can make many of these modifications at a reasonable price. (I not affiliated with Langdon.)
So the bottom line is this: would you make these changes and would they be worth the cost? I think most people wouldn't.
@@anthonyarcher7268 There are companies who will make a slide cut on a Glock slide. It costs about $150.
So basically an FN 509 Compact Tactical in 10mm
Totally agree on the trigger guard needing to be narrowed out and a stainless guiderod helped both with felt recoil AND that "Glock knuckle!" I definitely need to get a custom slide stop cause it's a bytch sometimes bringing that slide forward after the last round!
The issue at the end of all of this is you still have a poor ergonomic design that caters to right-handed shooters and have close to 1500 bucks in a gun that the only thing that is Glock is the barrel and the serial number in the frame which places the expense of ownership double the cost of a stock XDME 10c. Um why? You would have to be a diehard Glock fanboy to warrant such a venture because 800 bucks goes a long way in rounds down range versus waiting for mods to be completed to create virtually the same package minus the grip angle. If the name on the slide is that important, then someone has got serious priority issues. Just my opinion and this is not ment to offend because people can like what they wish but from a logical and financial vantage point it does not compute with me personally.
So basically buy a full price Glock and then pay the price of a second Glock to turn it into the Springfield? Okay, I'll take the Springfield and $500 in ammunition, spare mags, and a fancy holster please. This is why any Glock I will ever own I will build myself. I can get match grade slides and barrels for under MSRP of the stock variety, print or do an 80 percent for the frame, and put a Wheaton Arms trigger package in it. What could be a $1000 gun can be made for $400 if you go one extra mile to skip buy a complete gun to build from and just get a frame by itself.
Ive carried a Glock 29 gen 4 for 3 years and it shoots flawlessly and I don’t mind the recoil at all; the trigger is ok; I’ve replaced the sights and put on talon grips. I like the idea of the Springfield but I’ve heard their customer service isn’t the best (just watch Honest Outlaw’s Springfield reviews). I know not everyone likes Glocks or can even shoot them well. The design is older and is being surpassed by many other companies, but it’s still hard to to deny their track record. To defend myself and others, especially in Connecticut where I am limited to idiotic 10 rounds, I figured those 10 might as well be 10mm. Now Glock will probably do their gen5 MOS for the 29.
Seems like Glock follow the motto of it ain’t broke don’t fix it and I think they way the sale is proof of how good their guns is
@@markstark7731 Many of their fans replace most of the gun with aftermarket parts after they buy one. Why? Because Glock fans don't like Glocks.
@@exothermal.sprocket but 1911 reverends do the exact same thing true or false ?
@@markstark7731 Glocks are primarily made by..... Glock.
1911 models are made by just about every major manufacturer and a half dozen customs. Take your pick on price and build quality. Zero reason to mod a 1911.
@@exothermal.sprocket I agree but the 1911 has almost more mods than the Glock
I'm on the list for the new XDM Elite 10mm Compact. Thanks for the review. Will be my first Springfield if I purchase it. I like the feel of the XDM Elite Tactical 9mm as well.
..go ahead and pick you up a Hellcat while you're at it...you won't regret it .
@@runningbear6391 "Flaws"??
.....It's not a *Sig.😂*
I have the elite 9mm 3.8. It's a great gun. Not 1 issue with jt and have sent thousands thru it down range. High capacity is nice too. 20 round.mags. and the 4.5 and 5.25 come with 22 rounders, which u can also use in the 3.8.
@@runningbear6391 doubt they'll be flaws with this 10mm. They have had the elite line out for a minute now. All they did is make a 10mm line in it
One of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard. (Tears)
Springfield you don’t have to buy another barrel for bear loads.
At first I was like " Who brings a toddler to the range?" And then I got the joke.
That was fun knee
The only you tube that duell wheels hand guns for the people on every comparison.
I buy guns after watching Justin Opinion
Xdn 10mm compact is league's above the glock 29. The 29 is good, the xdm is better.
Personally if I had to choose between the two I would go for the Springfield just because of the peace of mind of the grip safety …but on the other hand you can’t go wrong with a Glock ….the deal breaker for me is the extra safety in the grip
I picked up the XDmE for a hunting trip I had planned in brown bear country. The pistol has been a pleasure to shoot and it carries well. The hunting trip did not happen, but I have grown to love the XDmE.👊
Today, I have now acquired a CMMG MK10 Banshee, and I am looking at either the G29 or G20 for the magazine compatibility with the Banshee.
I have never owned a Glock, I spent way to many years shooting 1911's. But I think I am going to actually force myself to learn to shoot a Glock with it's foreign grip angle.🤷♂ Having a 10mm subgun and pistol that share magazine compatibility just makes sense...🤷♂
Currently, the G20 is winnning because of the afterrmarket support.👊
thats what bought me over for a glock 40 conversion kit as well
the aftermarket stuff
you can get a 9 inch barrel for the glock 40
@@DeadPig325 I've seen those before.👍 There are so many options for Glock on the aftermarket. 👍
What I like about the XD-M's is that you can shoot hardened rounds through it right out of the box.
Glock recommends you NOT shoot those through a factory barrel, and instead buy one of their (or another manufacturer) after-market match grade barrels.
Never had issues running jacketed rounds through a Glock fresh out the box and I’ve never heard anyone say that before
@@Shamel3ss5 Glock Corp. recommends jacketed ammunition only. So you can shoot hardened/hard cast ammunition as long as it is properly coated, and sized. Evidently there are "leading" issues with some types/brands of hard cast ammunition due to improper size. Some forums say commercial hardcast bullets are sized at 0.401 while glock barrels measure at 0.4015 and 0.4020 (3.78" barrel length, and the 4.61" barrel lengths tested). This very slight size difference means the hardcast ammo is a bit small and can actually "wiggle" some in the barrel when fired, which leads to fouling and bullet tumble shortly after leaving the barrel (Hitchcock45 found that hardcast began to tumble within 10 feet of exiting the barrel in some hardcast ammo).
Either way, many on the forums advise getting a aftermarket barrel.
@@billmanning1089 Agree 100%. I experienced severe lead fouling in my G29sf stock barrel with hard cast bullets. The solution for me was a lone wolf barrel. Fortunately now there are many more options/companies producing 10mm bullets.
@@Shamel3ss5 Jacketed rounds are basically all you can use. No hard cast lead which is what most people carry for bear defense and where the 10mm shines.
Traded my Glock 20 for the 10mm xdm elite. Trigger pull is very nice. And much more comfortable to edc. I’m left handed so the ambi controls are a plus. To sum it up I love the xdm elite 10mm definitely an upgrade.
Lefty here as well bud. Debating on picking up the springfield tomorrow. Has it been reliable and durable? Thanks.
same. I ditched the g20 after 25 yrs . xdm is next level.
The “goodnight ladies and gentlemen” was perfect
I prefer the Springfield XDM 10mm . It handles the hot rounds far better with the reenforced slide.
My xdm comes on the 18th. Can't wait!
“And no-brainers are my specialty”. LMAO, line of the week right there.
I just purchased the XDM elite 3.8 and it is far superior to the glock G20 that I have owned for several years. As for the Springfield FTFs I hate to say it you must have been you activating the slide lock as I have seen this happen first hand in person. I have not had a FTF in 300 rounds. GET THE SPRINGFIELD... Glock needs to get with the program and make some advancements and improvements. Glock would be smart to take Lee Iacoca's advice "You either leed, follow or get out of the way!" Glock better start trying to leed because they are getting pasted up by many other manufacturers. I would take a Canik any day over a glock.... Sorry all of you glock fanboys but the truth hurts. There latest "big Release" was a .22lr???? seriously?
Bravo!
First out the box to compare the big guns!
I’ve seen plenty of pinky sleeves for the 29. More grip with little extra bulk.
I own a good handful of the sleeves. My spare G20 mag I carry for my own G29 also has a +2 Pierce Grip baseplate for a 17+1 option, although it is bulky like you mention.
You're HILARIOUS! Made my wife laugh sitting across the room. SUBBED!! I got the XDM-E 4.5. Love it. Can put 4 into a 5 inch circle in just slightly over 1 second from pull to last shot @ 15 yards using 220 grain Underwood hard cast HOT bear loads just sence shooting. No time to use a sight in a bear attack anyway. The ergonomics sold me. The trigger was just a great bonus. Liked the " feel" in the store & went for it. The 10s are replacing the backup big bore revolvers up here. Lighter, smaller, easier to pull/carry/shoot. W 41 magnum performance & being able to put a hail of slugs into a charging bears head they just make more sense. I carry mine in a sideleg soft holster. Hardly know it's there. Out of the way of a slung 45/70 lever rifle and/or backpack & ALWAYS on you in case your regular bear rifle is out of reach. I KNOW I can blow a charging bears brain out of his butt BEFORE he hits me. And I'm NOT a great pistol shot. Only had 1 problem. The square edge on the back of the front sight tried to snag in the pull. Lil Dremel grinding fixed that noise in a few minutes. Seems the mfgrs would have figured out by now that smooth ROUND ALWAYS BEATS snag SQUARE.
Thank you for the video. Avid 10mm fan. Loved my 20, so I bought a 29. Most uncomfortable pistol I've ever owned to shoot. Trigger pinch, pinkie finger pinch. I know....its probably me. It also is uncomfortable in the grip. Lol. Gotta try this Springfield. Thanks again.
Similar here. G20 is great, but it didn't scale well to the G29. This XDM Elite is a dream by comparison. Just my opinion, of course. ;-)
Thanks for showing us these two great pistols. A red dot equipped pistol will be more precise and accurate than irons, but that is just me. I have to admit that I don't get the 10mm hype in compact pistols. I like that I can mitigate recoil and keep the muzzle as flat as possible using the Modern Samurai Project Wave Grip with a 9mm pistol, but each to his own preference. On the positive side the 10mm round makes a great excuse to get a new pistol!
You still shot well with the G29 on steel. The XD better all away around especially with the good Sig ammo. You said the red dot was distracting that is only because your technique is wrong. NEVER EVER LOOK AT OR FOR the red dot. Aim and focus ONLY on the specific area of the target ignoring the red dot and it will line up exactly where you focus.
Some people don't believe that 🤔🤔
I try telling them to look, you can see it happen
Dang I always thought red dots sucked, but I'm gonna try what you said because I only look for the red dit and it takes forever to find it.
I was waiting on this comparison too bad the glock 29 MOS doesn't exist but thank you
Thank God. Get off the glick tip. There's other options out there. It's been that way for years now. Lol
Love the 10mm! Shot my Sig P220 in 10mm this week and man that thing tames the 10mm nicely - just too damn bad it's only an 8+1 capacity for such a damn big gun.
Thanks for doing what you do Justin - much appreciated
My 10, only holds 6 rnds. you gotta admit just 1 rnd from 10mm will stop most if not all threats
XDM all the way!
..But I will say ....the Glock never jammed ....Optics and tighter patterns doesn't mean whole lot if there's feeding issues ...and I like the XDM ....thx for the comparison 👍
V crown hollow points makes a BIG difference 💯
Picked up the xdm elite. It was a no brainer. Much better gun and it comes a red dot. Trigger is leaps and bounds over the glock. The glock is just plain and didn’t fit my hand all that well. The xdm is a beast!!!!
Didn't see the Glock jam. The Springfield did. Nuff said.
No kidding, it malfunctioned bad
Plenty people have Xd 2000+ rounds with no malfunctions ,
Just watch a Hitchcock 45 video on the glock 20 gen 5 and it malfunctioned.
I would take the XD over a Glock! Hands down spring field is awesome gun! I have both but the XDM Elite is awesome….
Exactly why I bought the glock
My xdme 3.8 eats full power ammo my glocks jam on. Springfield has better sights, trigger, capacity. Glock has better trigger reset, finish, holster selection. I like glocks just not in 10mm. Head to head my Springfield is more reliable and accurate in my hands just a better gun all the way around.
Comparisons of 10mm’s with barrels shorter than 4.5" barrels is a waste of time in my book. Is a 10mm 3.8" barrel better than a 9mm 3.8" barrel? Yes. That said, the net loses of a 3.8" barrel compared to a 4.5" barrel are noteworthy and need to be expressed. Then if you get a 5", 6" or 7" barrel the out come is extremely note worthy. I like the Glock 20, but I don’t care if it’s a Springfield XD-M or a Rock Island Arms 1911 Or Colt Delta Elite clone a longer barrel means more velocity, and more velocity means better performance, and better performance can mean the difference between life and death when dealing with a thousand pound grizzly bear. And before someone says it, YES, ammo choice is a huge consideration. The thing is if you want the peak 10mm performance you’re going to need to need to get the length. I sold my Glock 29 and kept my Glock 20 because the difference was that noticeable.
They all do the same job. Personal preference goes a long ways today. Many options.
When that bear sneaks up on ya and rushes ya, might wish you had that 29 in your pocket instead of the 20 in the glove box!
@@philcooper9225 if I'm in the woods, I have my 20 on me in a Diamond D Chest Rig.
I cannot wait for my 9mm xd-m elite compact!
Feels wayyyy better. Better quality mags. Ambi slide release. The XD is just overall better.
Great videos, I appreciate your opinions! Would love to see a comparison of the XDM 10mm and the M&P M2.0 10mm. I have it narrowed down to buying one or the other at this point for a woods gun here in Bear territory.
My man Justin Opinion coming thru with the clutch H2H. Thank u for continuing with the 🔥🔥 content
Have the G29. Just a piece of advice. If you own one. you will change the trigger..which SUCKS. And the sights..which SUCK. Then you will have a gun. I was all hyped up on the XDM release. Not quite sure I saw enough here to make me drop 650 on another 10mm compact. BUT I’ll say this. For you that do not own a 10mm..Buy the XDM!! Then you won’t have to go thru the same bullcrap I did to make the gun “right”. This is Glocks downfall. They better catch up soon. Will never doubt the quality but someone like Springfield is every bit at par w Glock and offers a far superior package. Sorry fanboys
My G29 Gen 4 only needed a minus connector and a fluff 'n buff to reach a 4.5 lb trigger and is about as smooth as Glocks get. Pretty dang good for OEM parts.
The sights though, yeah, Glock needs to retire the plastic dovetail warmers. I chose Trijicon HD XR sights.
Just traded my g29 for this new pistol.....won't look back....was going to spend another 350.00 to get it rt....agreed 100%...I got one with no red dot...maybe later...no hurry...599.99...✌🤙
@@josephwinlock1429 on sale for 509$ now!! Seriously thinking about popping this week and grabbing one. Was wanting to wait after Xmas. But my luck they'll be back to retail price if I wait
I’d much rather see the 10mm TRP 1911 and the Sig Sauer P220 20mm head to head. I already own the Glock M29 and the TRP 1911 10mm. Thinking about the Sig P220 in 10mm.
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That was fantastic! I own the Glock 29, but love the added features of the Springfield XDM Elite. Having the match grade barrel on the Elite, would no doubt help with some accuracy, and overall is a little more handsome that the Glock. My boss that sent me this video is looking for a 10mm. I think that you may have helped him decide toward the Springfield XDM Elite. Also, the trigger pull on the Springfield is so much more smoother that the Glock 29.
I had the xdm45 it was small enough to fit behind my phone in my pocket on any pair of pants or shorts I own. The Springfield xd compact line is the best compact line in my eyes as well, awesome trigger feel it’s got a grip safety so it’s a lot safer than glocks especially since I don’t like a holster and having everyone see that I’m holding if you or someone you know is getting one it would be an awesome decision
Glock better get on the stick and implement some real platform improvements as Springfield just raised the bar well over Glock's head.
They honestly wouldn't need to do much either. Factory undercuts, minus connector as standard, ditch the plastic dovetail warmers and use their 3-dot night sights as the basic sight option. All of these are OEM parts they already offer.
@@Kattbirb All that.👆
And they could assemble all of their US guns at the Georgia Plant, so they wouldn't have to use that shitty trapezoidal faced trigger shoe to get around arbitrary import requirements.
Tumbling the Trigger Bars and Safety Plungers to polish them would make a noticable Difference too.
@@Winteriscomn I've never found issue with the XDs grip safety. Have they been a problem?
@@Winteriscomn Fair enough. Fortunate for this pistol then that it seems destined to stay inside one's waistband rather than out.
Has anybody held the Springfield? I couldn’t get more than 3 fingers on the grip because of the stupid removable mag well. Not a problem for me with the Glock 29. There also seemed to be some kind of weird 2 stage reset on the trigger. I wasn’t that impressed.
This video was necessary. I hope when the gen5 29/30 come out they don’t disappoint us.
It’s Glock. They will. As always, we will buy them and fix them to our liking.
It would be easy for them to do it too. Factory undercuts, minus connector as standard, ditch the plastic dovetail warmers and use their 3-dot night sights as the basic sight option. All of these are OEM parts they already offer, besides the undercut which is just moulding the frame. But I'm pretty sure they wouldn't bother.
Glock really needs to come out with a GEN5 10mm or even a completely new platform in 10.
Glock 48 like in 10mm or . 40 cal maybe .357
@@RSN-STX a g48 in 10mm would be a beast
@@RSN-STX Not strong enough to handle 10mm. The frame and slide would need to be beefed up to the point that it would be an entirely different model. .....And it's called the 29.😂
You can get the Glock 27 and 33 in 40 and 357 Sig though.
The new gen 5 g20 mos is out!! Love all these 10mm options
Both guns are awesome, ( I recognize the Springfield XD is more ergonomic and a little more accurate) but the Glock 29 10mm is more reliable because absorbs all kind of ammo, and not is the same with XD because the Spring had a several jamming or malfunction during the video, making them not much dependably.
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Not 'several'... there was one misfeed. Not downplaying it... but not uncommon for new guns for the first few hundred rounds. Time will tell, but I won't argue that Glock has already proven itself durable and reliable, for sure.
Really, my Glocks are probably the most unreliable guns that I own. I have 4 Springfields and have never had jams. There’s also a fun test to do. Chamber a round and drop the mag out. Then shoot the gun to see if it properly ejects the case or if it fall through the mag well. I think only one of my 4 Glocks does it properly and it has an aftermarket extractor. All of my Springfields properly eject the casing.
Glocks are also more likely to get limp wrist malfunctions. Glock being so much more reliable than everything else is a myth. Most malfunctions are actually from user error or bad ammo. If those 2 are canceled out, then it’s usually a bad magazine spring.
There’s a video on CZcams of a 10mm Glock that couldn’t even get through a magazine without 1-2 malfunctions and they ruled out it being a magazine issue.
I had 4 glocks sold them all
g17 - was perfect, great gun, never had an issue, sold because I planned on getting a 19x eventually
g43 - really enjoyable but too small with the pinky hanging off / mag capacity, mag extensions taran tactical proved unreliable
g43x - nothing wrong with it, just moved on to p365xl
g20 - several issues, grip was a horrible block, bad follow up shot accuracy etc
Lol typical Glock fan stretching the truth “several issues” but there was literally only one. Meanwhile my g29 trigger broke and will not reset anymore and my 27 jammed more than any other firearm I’ve owned.
Sorry dude but it's already been proven than the XD line is far superior to any glock. Glocks jam when they're brand new too. You're just a fanboy that can't handle the fact that what you like is inferior.
I just purchaded a 10mm compact and these two were my choices. I went with the Springfield. Looks like I made the right choice.
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Getting the springfield for backup archery elk hunting.
Hickok45 said the Glock 29 hurts his finger as well.
I love you are comparing the two pistols!
I’m pretty sure I saw the xd jam and I haven’t heard an excuse. Not a legitimate review or a reliable comment if that’s not mentioned in the comparison of the firearms.
It wasn’t a jam he must of touched slide release been a common issue with certain shooter with the xdm 10mm compact size
Great video as usual. Was looking forward to this comparison. Love my G29 but really can't wait to get the Springfield. thx for the excellent work you do
Thanks for watching!
Nothing runs like a Glock. That one jam from the Springfield can be your life or a family members. That was enough for me. Not seeking a bullseye pistol from a compact 10mm either. Nice video/comparison regardless. Thank you.
All guns jam lmfaoo u just a glock fan boy glock arent the best gun the military swiching to sig i heard glocks arent all that tbh nothing changed
@@dennistv598 shouldn't speak when you don't own one.
@@hurricaneaquatics I own one Lmfaoo
Your people have beautiful singing voice s, and sing in harmony very well.
Have had a G29Gen3 for many years. I bought an XDM Elite 10mm a month or so ago.
I like the XDM much better, so I sold my G29Gen3 a couple days ago.
I’m gonna wait for the full size elite in 10mm if I go Springfield route.
They have a full size xdm in 4.5 and 5.25 in barrel length aswell
I sold my G26 to buy the G29SF and haven’t looked back. Great fighting gun inside of 25 yards.
Red dots take some time to get used to. Being able to have the confidence in the red dot actually being on target and breaking the shot quickly makes a difference. Taking too much time to “fine tune” when aiming causes muscle fatigue, and that leads to the dot bouncing everywhere.
I just recently traded my 29 for a 20 and i shoot it much better.
I would enjoy seeing the Glock 29, XDM 3.8 and the S&W four inch 2.0 compared to each other. Thanks for your very good video
i am a firm believer in ammo makes a difference!
Not an XDM fan. The safety strip on back has been a deal breaker for me. While I am an H&K and Sig guy, I have liked Glock. The Glock 10mm frames 20, 29, and 40 were designed specifically for the 10mm cartridge. G29 is a great carry with a McNally trigger and 12+1 with a Pearce Magazine Extension.
Don’t know why anyone like the hideous xdm imo it’s trash
I have the XD-M Mod 2 in .45. It is a tack driver and the trigger is much smoother than the one on my Glock 19. I think 10mm is stout for a Polymer compact pistol.
🤣 well this is the most unfair comparison ever. Xdm is a modern fantastic gun.. Glock still hasn't figured out how to cut a 1913 rail haha
One also has a red dot, that right there is unfair
@@jonboy9734 Ya.. That's just part of a modern gun.
Haven’t figured out or choose not to? Glock is not an innovative company
A gun store employee told me Springfield is currently paying royalties to Glock as Springfield couldn’t figure out how to design striker fire mechanisms so they directly copied glocks engineering
@@natedog380 oh Wow 😲
Is there a difference between the Glock 29 and the Glock 29 SF ? I emailed Glock and they said 'the SF means it is short frame...' and didn't describe anything else. That means nothing to me, since I've never bought a gun but I need to due to Chicago being so bad :(
I’m happy company’s are making and supporting 10mm finally but ugh make more mods! If Glock comes out with a more compacted 10mm single stack I’ll line up outside my local FFL dealer for sure
I'm hoping that's what the Glock 49 will be. It could also be the first time Glock made a real pattern with the model numbers too; as the 10mm lineup would be 20, 29, 40 and 49.
How sweet would that be?
@@Kattbirb damn.... I never thought about it, you’re getting my hopes up lol. If it happens I’ll be ditching my plans on getting a 43x mos lol
@@JDMImportz1 I hope I'm wrong, but I am absolutely certain that Glock will completely mess up this opportunity.
I have both. No jams with either
I’ve notice how reviews bring out the bad and the good in guns that work perfectly and I probably don’t care about most of the negative remarks on some firearms because I don’t shoot every other week and I definitely don’t send thousands of rounds down range so most of it don’t reply matter. The only thing important to me it reliability and conceal ability . I will keep my g29 that I carried for about 3 yrs but I’m definitely probably gonna buy one of these bad boys 😁
I've been wanting to see a face off like this and youtube led me here. very cool! thanks for the video and testing.
i pick xdm over glock always
10:05 Mac was shooting Freedom munitions out a Hi Point 10mm carbine and got a shotgun pattern with a red dot at 25 yards that he didn't get with the other ammo. I can't hit the broad side of a barn with Underwood XTP +P but drill tacks with Xtreme Defender +P
I had to have my 29 milled by lone wolf about 5 years ago. They did an excellent job with it. I also replaced my trigger shoe replace with a kinetech aluminum flat face. Made it feel much better
I swapped a Lighting Strike aluminum trigger into my 29 and a match KKM barrel. It’s incredibly accurate - even when I shoot follow ups quickly. Easy to shoot
Both are great I'm a clock guy but I like that you can shoot hard cast out of the Springfield without changing barrels and the trigger in the Springfield is nice. I have both and a g20 but the xdm elite is my new hiking gun. Just an all around great gun.
Thank you. Have been waiting on a side by side review.
Very Nice Review. In Your opinion which is better: springfield xdm compact 10mm or SW m2.0 10mm ?
Those freedom munition rounds must be horrible. Never seen a spread that bad from 12 yards. I was surprised that the XDM shot that ammo halfway decent.
Exactly the type of video i would want to watch. Great comparison.
After watching this video ,I will go with the glock 29. Springfield has had thier own problems . Like me haveing to send my xs 45 back to the factory for modifi
cations to the magazine release. Not saying that Springfield arms are bad ,but I prefer the glock 36 over the Springfield. And i belive that I would prefer the glock 29 over the Springfield model compact.
XDm like it so much, I bought another
I traded the only S&W I ever owned!!!! I upgrade my Glocks with a $13 connector and night sights!!!!! Does any company have a 3.5 pound trigger? I’ve never seen one!!!!!! Keep all your other guns, no thanks!!!!!!!
That’s why I have the Glock, no jamming!
That recoil looks serious 😳
Went to a shop, held them both. I absolutely hated how the Glock 29 felt in my hands, i chose the XDM on the spot
Weird. I hated the way the XDM felt. Mainly cuz of the stupid magwell they put on it. That was literally the only reason I ALMOST got the Glock lol then the rep told me the magwell was removable and jumped on the XDM. Glad I did lol
@@S.0.G I didn't mind the magwell at first but once I took it off as recommended, it felt even better. I ended up buying the 15 round mags for it as well
Springfield gives you so much more for your money…and they shoot better!! I own Glock 20 and this Springfield; my Glock is SUPER picky over ammo. The Springfield eats anything!
It annoys me that we can't get a 29 most. Yes I can get it cut but with current market I shouldn't have to.
A full-size XDM would be my choice :o)
I've yet to shoot the full sized XDM in 10mm, but would love to.
@@JustinOpinionChannel if they make a full sized xdm elite in 10mm with the optic cut ill be buying 1... atleast 1.
I always have to file the trigger safety blade on Glocks just a little so they are flush when pulled otherwise I have the same issue with it hurting.
I love our peoples song lol definitely a clear winner here. I couldn't believe how much difference the ammo made. You sir have definitely well entertained. What are your thoughts about optics and concealed carry?