Xdm 45 Compact Vs Xdm 40 Compact

[Sixer]

I have an order for an XDM .45 compact (3.8in barrel) and I was wondering if I could use my XDM .40 comapct to mold the holster?

They appear to be the same size, but i know that some .45 models are slightly larger than their 9mm or .40sw counterparts.

Any thoughts or experience with these guns?

Thanks!

[Tac]

The .45 XDm is larger in size. If you pattern and mold the holster for a .40 version, it will be a VERY tight fit, if you can get the .45 in to begin with... Most of the difference between the two is in thickness of the frame and slide... Not a huge difference, but considerable enough, if you sew tight lines and wet mold with detail.

-Good luck. Let us know which direction you go and how it turns out.

-Tac

[Sixer]

The .45 XDm is larger in size. If you pattern and mold the holster for a .40 version, it will be a VERY tight fit, if you can get the .45 in to begin with... Most of the difference between the two is in thickness of the frame and slide... Not a huge difference, but considerable enough, if you sew tight lines and wet mold with detail.

-Good luck. Let us know which direction you go and how it turns out.

-Tac

Thanks for the info Tac!

I already have the blue gun for the 9mm/.40 Xdm so I'm going to give it a shot with that. I will be sure to leave a bit of extra space on the stich lines and not go too crazy on the molding. HOPEFULLY that works... I know of one way to find out

If it doesn't work I'll be sure to let you know.