Good question.
I have shot the M&P in 9mm.
I would have guessed that you want a metal framed .45ACP to absorb the recoil a bit more. I also don't like the fact that the XD is made in croatia. Nothing against them, but just cause it says "Springfield" on the side, doesn't make it better. I would sooner go with a SIG 220 or H&K USP if that were the case. Why not a 1911 or something updated like an STI 2011?
I have shot the M&P in 9mm.
I would have guessed that you want a metal framed .45ACP to absorb the recoil a bit more. I also don't like the fact that the XD is made in croatia. Nothing against them, but just cause it says "Springfield" on the side, doesn't make it better. I would sooner go with a SIG 220 or H&K USP if that were the case. Why not a 1911 or something updated like an STI 2011?