Ruger sr1911 or springfield xdm

[thinkingman]

I have my Kimber's and have 50k rounds (at least) through one.  They aren't bad, just not even close to the same category.  And just because Kimber stamps "custom" on their pistols, it doesn't make it "custom".   

You should try to find someone with a truly custom 1911 built by a good pistol smith and ask to shoot it, you will know what I mean.

I'm not kidding myself about Kimber....they are mass produced, bells and whistles.
I have one and it has been flawless.
I have shot LB, Nighthawk, Wilson.
I own and STI, also.
You really have to examine the details to appreciate the full custom.

[bowhunterforever]

I"m kinda leaning twords the xdm 40 just cause it holds more rounds then the 45 but i'm not real sure about not having the finger safety. I would get use to it I'm sure.

[300rum]

The XDM has a "finger" safety, the safest one of all.   

Whatever you get, shoot it a ton.  Try shooting USPSA with it if you really want to get to know it. 

I"m kinda leaning twords the xdm 40 just cause it holds more rounds then the 45 but i'm not real sure about not having the finger safety. I would get use to it I'm sure.

[bowhunterforever]

The XDM has a "finger" safety, the safest one of all.   

Whatever you get, shoot it a ton.  Try shooting USPSA with it if you really want to get to know it. 

I"m kinda leaning twords the xdm 40 just cause it holds more rounds then the 45 but i'm not real sure about not having the finger safety. I would get use to it I'm sure.

I thought it only has a grip saftey

[hillbilli]

The XD and XDM both have a grip safety and a 'glock-type' triger safety lever..

[wildmanoutdoors]

For what you want the XD makes more sence. Lighter, more rounds, works everytime, ect. you really want the XD for its functunality and high capacity. But you love the 1911 platform like everyone.

While my 1911's are my most prized, I still carry my Glocks everyday.

Also, I dont like the XD series guns so Im not familiar. But a full size 1911 is a chore to carry as opposed to say a Glock 27 Sub. Heck an XDs I believe has about the same capacity as a 1911. Night and day difference to carry.

The only real answer is to stock a gun for every situation! 

[JackOfAllTrades]

Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Toyota...
 
Just pick one. If you don't like it. Sell it and get something else.
 
Like I said, I love my 1911's, but most often pack a Ruger Sp101 in .357mag. In the woods, 44mag Ruger is the way to go.
 
-Steve

[300rum]

Your finger is the best safety that you have.  You don't need a manual safety, it won't make you any safer.  Gaston settled that argument.

The XDM has a "finger" safety, the safest one of all.   

Whatever you get, shoot it a ton.  Try shooting USPSA with it if you really want to get to know it. 

I"m kinda leaning twords the xdm 40 just cause it holds more rounds then the 45 but i'm not real sure about not having the finger safety. I would get use to it I'm sure.

I thought it only has a grip saftey

[Bigshooter]

I just bought a ruger 1911.  I paid $700 for it new in the box.  After I bought it I checked gunbroker and I could have saved some money.  For the price I don't think you can beat the ruger.

[Mossy]

They are 2 totally different animals. Besides the differences, it depends if you want a USA made firearm. If so , go with the ruger. That's what made me switch all my pistols over.

[CAMPMEAT]

Remington 1911's have got very good reviews, so don't over look that pistol.