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I've done a lot of research on the XDE .45. It may very well be my next gun purchase. It has what you want in a carry .45.
Good metal sights right out of the box (although I would prefer metal night sights myself), 1" thick, 23ozs unloaded weight, 7+1 capacity with the extended mag (same as a champion/commander sized 1911), AND double-strike capability (something no 1911 has).
I've heard some folks report that they didn't like the where the thumb safety/decocker is located in relation to their grip on the gun. I've shot the 9mm version of the XDE and it was very good, I liked it a lot. I will plan on renting one again before I make the purchase. I would recommend you try it out first if you can to make sure you like it and it fits your hand right.
Good metal sights right out of the box (although I would prefer metal night sights myself), 1" thick, 23ozs unloaded weight, 7+1 capacity with the extended mag (same as a champion/commander sized 1911), AND double-strike capability (something no 1911 has).
I've heard some folks report that they didn't like the where the thumb safety/decocker is located in relation to their grip on the gun. I've shot the 9mm version of the XDE and it was very good, I liked it a lot. I will plan on renting one again before I make the purchase. I would recommend you try it out first if you can to make sure you like it and it fits your hand right.
