Talk me out of (or into) a P365XL

[Rookie]

Honey Creek Tackle used to have one in stock.

So, you have one in stock now?

 

[crookcountygo]

I've owned Glocks since they were introduced to the market, and have had at least a few in my collection since then. Until this year. For the first time in decades, I own zero Glocks. They have no answer to the Shield Plus or the P365 series. Throw in the weirdo grip angle, and they are, for all intents and purposes, obsolete for my needs. Sigs and Smiths are much more natural pointing and shooting for me.

Feels good, man. Like I quit smoking or something.

This seems to be a growing sentiment. I've never owned a Glock, and up until a year or so ago, I was looking forward to having one in my collection. Now, for the features I'm looking for, I'm leaning more toward a Shield Plus, 365 or Hellcat.

 

[kawtech87]

So, you have one in stock now?

Yep. 365XL new model with separate sights and optic plate. Just found a home in my safe. It will be a little bit before I can run some rounds through it but initial impressions are good

 

[Rookie]

If you get the Wilson grips, don't mess with the tungsten weights. I bought them, and I don't think it's worth it.

 

[kawtech87]

I've owned Glocks since they were introduced to the market, and have had at least a few in my collection since then. Until this year. For the first time in decades, I own zero Glocks. They have no answer to the Shield Plus or the P365 series. Throw in the weirdo grip angle, and they are, for all intents and purposes, obsolete for my needs. Sigs and Smiths are much more natural pointing and shooting for me.

Feels good, man. Like I quit smoking or something.

No doubt they are obsolete. The 43 was actually the first micro 9 I tried. I sold it almost immediately after the first range trip. Hated the way it felt under fire. But a Glock will always have a place in my safe. There are just to many of them out there to not own one.

 

[Expat]

Seems like the macros are what the kewl kids are getting now...
ZX has showed one to me a couple of times.

 

[Mr. Habib]

Try

Anyone know where one may be in stock? I tried my local Rual King and yesterday I had a little free time so I ventured up to Bradis. They had Macros and standards in stock. I called USDS and they only had standards. I'm hesitant to order one from an online vendor because I want the separated sights and optic plate. I haven't tried PSS yet. I may call them next

WPW Firearms in Cloverdale. They usually have a good selection of Sigs and I almost bought a 365XL the last time I was there. (812)327-3466

 

[mmpsteve]

I just picked up an XL at Cabellas, of all places. They had it in stock at the same price as most on-line deals. (Then I spent 2 hours going thru their clown process. Aaarrrgh! )

Havn't shot it yet, but it feels perfect in my hand. I did buy a couple Tactical Development basepads to add just a little to the grip height. I'll probably invest in some of the MagGuts magazine replacement spring systems to make it into a 14 plus 1 set-up, without adding to the grip height.

Also added the Holosun 507k RDS, so should be fun jumping into the red dot game. Been wanting to try it out, as my eyes continue to get old.

The Macro grip size feels a little large in my hands. If I'm going that big, I have other compacts that work just as well, like the CZ P-01. The original micro 365 grip is a little small for my hand. I did buy the wife the new 365 380acp model and a couple 12 round mags, which I think is gonna work perfect for her.

Best of luck on your quest.

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[BigMoose]

Might I interest you in a nice Beretta instead?

 

[kawtech87]

Might I interest you in a nice Beretta instead?

I do like a nice Beretta. Actually was thinking about picking up a new Cheetah 80X because I think my wife would like it. She loves my 92 but it's to big for her to carry. This little unplanned purchase has eaten my gun budget for a minute

 

[profjeremy]

I used to own a P365XL, but I just found myself never carrying it because I hated the trigger. To me, the Springfield Hellcat is very similar, but with a better trigger. I still own a Hellcat RDP, but I bought that before the Pro came out.

That said, I have moved away from carrying the micro 9mms almost completely and carry a larger gun because I shoot them better.

 

[mmpsteve]

I do like a nice Beretta. Actually was thinking about picking up a new Cheetah 80X because I think my wife would like it. She loves my 92 but it's to big for her to carry. This little unplanned purchase has eaten my gun budget for a minute

The 80X Cheetah is on my short list to look at next.

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[Expat]

I used to own a P365XL, but I just found myself never carrying it because I hated the trigger. To me, the Springfield Hellcat is very similar, but with a better trigger. I still own a Hellcat RDP, but I bought that before the Pro came out.

That said, I have moved away from carrying the micro 9mms almost completely and carry a larger gun because I shoot them better.

That is why I am still carrying a P2000

 

[kawtech87]

The Macro grip size feels a little large in my hands. If I'm going that big, I have other compacts that work just as well, like the CZ P-01. The original micro 365 grip is a little small for my hand.

Same. I like the XL grip size. The Macro kinda moves the 365 into a whole different category I feel it was never ment for. It's kinda like an answer to a question that's already been answered 100s of times over.

 

[kawtech87]

I used to own a P365XL, but I just found myself never carrying it because I hated the trigger. To me, the Springfield Hellcat is very similar, but with a better trigger. I still own a Hellcat RDP, but I bought that before the Pro came out.

That said, I have moved away from carrying the micro 9mms almost completely and carry a larger gun because I shoot them better.

I honestly have a love/hate relationship with the micro 9 segment also. I love them for the size and weight to capacity ratio. But I also shoot my compacts better. My P01, G19 and USP 9C all manage recoil MUCH better. But the weight makes them uncomfortable and I end up not carrying them. I never liked the Hellcat for whatever reason. Just didn't jive with me.

 

[kawtech87]

The 80X Cheetah is on my short list to look at next.

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Bradis had one when I went there yesterday. I looked at it and honestly liked it pretty well. Just need to have my wife check it out and see if she likes the feel and can work the action.

 

[WebSnyper]

I just picked up an XL at Cabellas, of all places. They had it in stock at the same price as most on-line deals. (Then I spent 2 hours going thru their clown process. Aaarrrgh! )

Havn't shot it yet, but it feels perfect in my hand. I did buy a couple Tactical Development basepads to add just a little to the grip height. I'll probably invest in some of the MagGuts magazine replacement spring systems to make it into a 14 plus 1 set-up, without adding to the grip height.

Also added the Holosun 507k RDS, so should be fun jumping into the red dot game. Been wanting to try it out, as my eyes continue to get old.

The Macro grip size feels a little large in my hands. If I'm going that big, I have other compacts that work just as well, like the CZ P-01. The original micro 365 grip is a little small for my hand. I did buy the wife the new 365 380acp model and a couple 12 round mags, which I think is gonna work perfect for her.

Best of luck on your quest.

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OMG, 2 hours?

 

[Amishman44]

Everyone has their personal preference and, for me, the P365 grip angle is just too steep / vertical and is uncomfortable or not natural.
I, personally, prefer the Glock grip angle, and in 9mm, I prefer the Glock 43X with the Shield Arm 15-round magazines.
Sig Sauer makes a quality firearm (after their got their bugs worked out) and they'll probably protect you to the degree your skill set allows.
To each their own...if you're comfortable with it, then by all means go for it!
The most important part is, no matter what you carry, develop proficiency with your selected firearm and practice regularly!!!
Hope you enjoy your new toy!!!

 

[Rookie]

I used to own a P365XL, but I just found myself never carrying it because I hated the trigger. To me, the Springfield Hellcat is very similar, but with a better trigger. I still own a Hellcat RDP, but I bought that before the Pro came out.

That said, I have moved away from carrying the micro 9mms almost completely and carry a larger gun because I shoot them better.

I polished the internals and added this...

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The trigger is much better now.

 

[BoilerWes]

I like the X configuration with the Wilson lower for summer activity. Prefer the Macro otherwise. Also rotate in a 43x on occasion. Both Sigs have Holosun red dots. I also chopped down a Macro lower to run my X slide on as desired. I like the factory trigger on all 3 mentioned above. Must have gotten lucky.