Figures there's finally a hot topic and 90% of these nerds can't relate LOL.
My experience with XD pistols has been quite foul. FTFs, FTEs, and if either of you say it's due to limp wristing I'm going to slap you. That's just an excuse for people who have shitty guns.
That said, I LOVE my Gen 3 Glock 19.
Extra goodies: Grip Force backstrap, extended slide release, extended mag release, and a $30 100 lumen light.
Thinking about doing what all the Magpul guys are doing and putting the RMR red dot sight and suppressor height nightsights on it some time soon.
As for the 9mm vs 45 debate. I roll 9mm. It's cheaper, less recoil, lighter, etc. Guess what? 9mm rounds kill people. Everyone makes it sound like getting shot with a 9mm is something you just shake off lol. If I ever needed serious penetration I have a box of CorBon DPX, and I'm still able to shoot Tula\Winchester white box at the range all day with no failures. Checkmate.