Cheat on my CM9 for an Xds9?

[cpham9006]

Has anybody traded or sold their CM9 for an XDS9 or 45? Any regrets?

I currently have an CM9 and love it. Light, concealable, and can be worn on my ankle, waist, and pocket!

But the XDS is so sexy and feels much better in my hands (Not saying the CM9 feels horrible in my hands. XDS just has the advantage)

Having thoughts about trading in my CM9 for an XDS. My local gun stores have plenty in stock.

Someone talk me out of it? And no, owning both firearms is not an option, sadly.

[Alfonse]

I suggest you do what you want, and shoot what you want.

[jocko]

yup that is ur decision. not sure ur gonna find a smaller ligher gun than that cm9 but if ur eyes are wondering, go for it. U can always come back u know.

[picketpin]

I suggest keeping them both, even though they are similar in size the CM9 will work better for summer shorts carry than and XDS with 6 rounds. I have both, just what I'm thinking... The xds gets to pulling your shorts off....
james

oopS, was thinking 45 XDS, Both still great, still think the Kahr is better for summer carry.

[Buckshotshorty]

Never,Never,Never. get rid of a reliable gun in favor of a brand new model that could actually be undergoing teething pains.

Sexy.....a gun needs to be functional not sexy. Now slap yourself in the face take a reality break!

[pinehtr]

The xds is the same size as my glock 26 .just a little thinner. The xds is
slightly heaver .I carry the 26 often .Nothing carries better than a My CM9 as a belt
gun or in a cargo pocket .I carry both and they both important to me.

[b4uqzme]

Never,Never,Never. get rid of a reliable gun in favor of a brand new model that could actually be undergoing teething pains.

Sexy.....a gun needs to be functional not sexy. Now slap yourself in the face take a reality break!

Nah. Sexy is good. But beauty is in the eye of the beholder. IMHO the cm9 is darn good lookin'. Good point though about not getting rid of a reliable gun. Those are the keepers. Only if you can afford another can you afford to go looking around. Goes for women too.

[DKD]

I have a second job working at a major firearms store and get to handle all the firearms. That being said, the XDS is a fine pistol...a bit heavy at 22.5 ounces but thats not a bad thing when shooting a 45 ACP round. Like what was previously stated, it doesn't quite make a good pocket gun...it is sorta like our Kahr MK9 as far as the weight goes. The new XDS9 is even slightly heavier than the XDS45. If you like the idea of the 45 ACP you might want to compare Kahr's PM45 as it weighs in around 19.7 ounces.
I do like the easy take down of the XDS and they are easy to rack the slides which might be a big deal for those with hand issues or possibly a women.

The choice is yours...just thought I'd chime in with a little more food for thought.

[Hunter991]

Keep both. As an owner of an XDS 45, i still carry my CM9 way more. The CM9 is smaller and lighter than the xds 45. The xds 9mm is actaully heavier than the xds 45 so keep that in mind.

The xds is a fantastic pistol. but IMO, the xds being a 45 was the reason i bought one. the xds9 isn't anything new to me since the SW sheild and the CW9 are the same size and lighter.

[jocko]

IMO lots of OTHER great guns out thereif ur gonna side carry it. To many to mention. weight is not that important of a factor when side carrying. BUT IMO if ur gonna pocket carry a9 then u have limitedthe field alot. Kahr is definitely in that category of great pocket 9mm. the cm and pm are easily pocketable. I have fouund the levi 505 jeans have the deepest pockets of ay jeans out thre and my PMJ9 just dissappears in that pocket. I realize that some do feel and can pocket carry with certainl closts the kahr 45 but IMO that gun even in the PM45 is not a good pocket gun but one hell of a lightweight side carry. Rophrbaugh is a very pocketabel 9mm, very light, very small, very ammo sensitivbe but a quality gun no less, Not a range gun that is for sure and pricey indeed, but if u do what Rohrbaugh tells u the gun will perform. It is what it is also. a self defense gun that you will carry all the time. I always thought I might want one but just had a hard time shelling out a grand whenI love my PMJ9 so much...:Amflag2:

[Popeye]

Probably going to be trading my PM9 in on a XDS 9 when it comes in if I don't have a buyer for it by then. I'm second on the list for an all black model XDS 9. I very rarely carry in a pocket unless it's a jacket pocket so the 3/4 " in length and a few ounces doesn't mean all that much. I've had the PM9 on my hip for Three and a half years ,and it's been a great gun. Zero complaints. Just think it time for a change. If the XDS9 doesn't work out as I'm pretty sure it will, I'll buy another Kahr but this time it will be an MK9. Your right about the XDS 9 it has a real nice feel to it. There are a few other advantages the XDS9 has over the PM9 that I like. I've owned a XD9 sc before and found them to be quite reliable, and well built.

[hardluk1]

Remember when comparing your cm9 to a xd-s your looking at a hangun that's very closer in size to the cw or p series kahrs. If you like the basic function of the kahr the cw9 or 45 maybe a good choice , just lighter in weight with less do-dads then the xd-s.

[S281]

I just sold my glock 26 to buy a xds 9mm. I also have a cm9 but don't really think they are in the same category, so I'm keeping both. (at least that's what I told myself :-P) but I absolutely love both guns and they both fill a different need for me.

[340pd]

Which one do YOU shoot better. Both guns are great and come from solid manufacturers. Keep in mind the trigger systems are totally different. Get your hands on one to try before you decide. I thought the S&W Shield was the end all answer and mine is a really solid gun but I find my Kahr PM9 will shoot as accurately under all conditions and the Kahr is a lot smaller and easier to conceal than the Shield and that is what I bought the gun for in the first place.

[7shot]

Which one do YOU shoot better. Both guns are great and come from solid manufacturers. Keep in mind the trigger systems are totally different. Get your hands on one to try before you decide.

My thoughts exactly...I've shot the new xds9 and loved it but not enough to get rid of my k9. Tough choice to make, no rush so take your time.

[ParabellumJ]

If it ain't broke...ya know? XDs 9 is too heavy for its size IMO. Might be a fine gun, but it might also have some bugs being so new. For me if you are considering a sub compact or micro 9mm size and weight are second only to reliability. After all, isn't the purpose of buying a small gun for SD for it to be as small and light as possible? At the weight and size of the XDs9 I'll take a g26 and the extra rounds. Heck, at that rate I'll forgo the 26 for a G19. If I want small I also want light. If not i will just holster the 19. My 2 cents,

[Popeye]

If it ain't broke...ya know? XDs 9 is too heavy for its size IMO. Might be a fine gun, but it might also have some bugs being so new. For me if you are considering a sub compact or micro 9mm size and weight are second only to reliability. After all, isn't the purpose of buying a small gun for SD for it to be as small and light as possible? At the weight and size of the XDs9 I'll take a g26 and the extra rounds. Heck, at that rate I'll forgo the 26 for a G19. If I want small I also want light. If not i will just holster the 19. My 2 cents,

Point well taken. However we all have our own opinions, and we can all put our own spin on things to make it sound like it's a no brainer. The truth is what sounds so perfect and rational in one persons mind, might sound like total nonsense in another's. After all we're all different sizes ,shapes, ages and genders. Some pistols have different features that some might find attractive while others do not. It's not always about which is smaller and weighs less. Not every small 9mm pistol is bought to be carried. Some may be bought to be put in a small nightstand drawer where its size and weight do not come into play so much but other features do. A heavier small pistol might be more controllable to that person. History shows that not everyone is capable of shooting a small kahr pistol without limp wristing it. The most important thing, always is how well you shoot a pistol not the name on the grip or a 1/4 " or a few ounces here or there.
I've had very good luck with my PM9, but lets keep it real Kahr pistols have been know to have there share of bugs, that some would say have never really been addressed. Magazine followers is the first to come to mind. Those seem to always be breaking. Those extended round mags are another. I've never carried my kahr with one of those extended round mags in it because I never fully trusted it. My all time knock about the kahr pistols is why in the hell could the company not put a decent base plate on the mags that actually did something for the pistol. They make them for there pistols but want to charge you (if my memory serves me correctly)extra $20 for them, when the thing cost them maybe a penny to make. (If that).
As I've mentioned many times, My PM9 has been a great pistol, but it has most definitely not been the only great pistol I've bought or the last couple years.

[ParabellumJ]

Point well taken. However we all have our own opinions, and we can all put our own spin on things to make it sound like it's a no brainer. The truth is what sounds so perfect and rational in one persons mind, might sound like total nonsense in another's. After all we're all different sizes ,shapes, ages and genders. Some pistols have different features that some might find attractive while others do not. It's not always about which is smaller and weighs less. Not every small 9mm pistol is bought to be carried. Some may be bought to be put in a small nightstand drawer where its size and weight do not come into play so much but other features do. A heavier small pistol might be more controllable to that person. History shows that not everyone is capable of shooting a small kahr pistol without limp wristing it. The most important thing, always is how well you shoot a pistol not the name on the grip or a 1/4 " or a few ounces here or there.
I've had very good luck with my PM9, but lets keep it real Kahr pistols have been know to have there share of bugs, that some would say have never really been addressed. Magazine followers is the first to come to mind. Those seem to always be breaking. Those extended round mags are another. I've never carried my kahr with one of those extended round mags in it because I never fully trusted it. My all time knock about the kahr pistols is why in the hell could the company not put a decent base plate on the mags that actually did something for the pistol. They make them for there pistols but want to charge you (if my memory serves me correctly)extra $20 for them, when the thing cost them maybe a penny to make. (If that).
As I've mentioned many times, My PM9 has been a great pistol, but it has most definitely not been the only great pistol I've bought or the last couple years.

You're right, everyone has different criteria when making a purchase. Size and weight are important for me in a ccw pistol, which is a major factor in why I carry a PM9 and a G19. To me a gun that is heavier than my G19 but has half the capacity isn't something I would be interested in carrying, but that's me. My wife has an XDm and its a very nice gun so I'm sure the XDs will be no different. Good luck whatever you decide.

[b4uqzme]

Point well taken. However we all have our own opinions, and we can all put our own spin on things to make it sound like it's a no brainer. The truth is what sounds so perfect and rational in one persons mind, might sound like total nonsense in another's. After all we're all different sizes ,shapes, ages and genders. Some pistols have different features that some might find attractive while others do not. It's not always about which is smaller and weighs less. Not every small 9mm pistol is bought to be carried. Some may be bought to be put in a small nightstand drawer where its size and weight do not come into play so much but other features do. A heavier small pistol might be more controllable to that person. History shows that not everyone is capable of shooting a small kahr pistol without limp wristing it. The most important thing, always is how well you shoot a pistol not the name on the grip or a 1/4 " or a few ounces here or there.
I've had very good luck with my PM9, but lets keep it real Kahr pistols have been know to have there share of bugs, that some would say have never really been addressed. Magazine followers is the first to come to mind. Those seem to always be breaking. Those extended round mags are another. I've never carried my kahr with one of those extended round mags in it because I never fully trusted it. My all time knock about the kahr pistols is why in the hell could the company not put a decent base plate on the mags that actually did something for the pistol. They make them for there pistols but want to charge you (if my memory serves me correctly)extra $20 for them, when the thing cost them maybe a penny to make. (If that).
As I've mentioned many times, My PM9 has been a great pistol, but it has most definitely not been the only great pistol I've bought or the last couple years.

Thanks. You are right. We all have our own opinions and preferences. But you asked for all of our opinions...right? I think you got a lot of helpful advice which you can use for your own very personal choice. I'm sure you will make a good one... :)

[Popeye]

Thanks. You are right. We all have our own opinions and preferences. But you asked for all of our opinions...right? I think you got a lot of helpful advice which you can use for your own very personal choice. I'm sure you will make a good one... :)

Thanks for all your reply's. I'm sure the original poster appreciates them ,but that's not me I didn't ask anything.;)

[b4uqzme]

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[XDGenerate]

I have a n XDM45c and the CM9, had a chance to grab a XDS but I went with the Kahr. Just a better summer time carry. I pocket and belt carry the CM9 and it really is a pleasure over the heftier gun.

[Hunter991]

Although alot of comments on this post including mine dis the XDS for being heavier than other 9's on the market, one should think about recoil if they are sensitive to that. My XDS45 has only slightly and i mean slightly more recoil than my CM9. SA does a very good job with that with the design of their gun. So and XDS9 mm may be perfect for someone who wants a softer shooting 9 and still be able to conceal it well. I would easily venture to say the XDs9 will be a softer shooter than the cm9./

[gb6491]

Although alot of comments on this post including mine dis the XDS for being heavier than other 9's on the market, one should think about recoil if they are sensitive to that. My XDS45 has only slightly and i mean slightly more recoil than my CM9. SA does a very good job with that with the design of their gun. So and XDS9 mm may be perfect for someone who wants a softer shooting 9 and still be able to conceal it well. I would easily venture to say the XDs9 will be a softer shooter than the cm9./
Good point, still I don't think the XD-S 9mm will be any softer shooting than the P9 or CW 9 Kahrs. These pistols are nearly identical to the XD-S in size, being only slight longer in the grip (I can get all my fingers on my CW9, but not on my XD-S 45). They are also lighter, have a longer barrel (with a slightly shorter OAL) and, with the CW, less expensive than the XD-S.
It's good to have choices.:)
Regards,
Greg

[Russ]

Never,Never,Never. get rid of a reliable gun in favor of a brand new model that could actually be undergoing teething pains.

Sexy.....a gun needs to be functional not sexy. Now slap yourself in the face take a reality break!

+1

You don't divorce a good woman, why would you kick to the curb a firearm that is reliable?

A bird in the hand is worth 2 in the bush.

I am on my 3rd ccw because the first 2 were not reliable.

Insanity is trying to repeat past misgivings.

Russ

[Fxstchewy]

If it ain't broke...ya know? XDs 9 is too heavy for its size IMO. Might be a fine gun, but it might also have some bugs being so new. For me if you are considering a sub compact or micro 9mm size and weight are second only to reliability. After all, isn't the purpose of buying a small gun for SD for it to be as small and light as possible? At the weight and size of the XDs9 I'll take a g26 and the extra rounds. Heck, at that rate I'll forgo the 26 for a G19. If I want small I also want light. If not i will just holster the 19. My 2 cents,

I second this ^^