Having read your posts that state that you bought the XD45C three weeks ago and have finally got around to shooting it, I won't recommend a new carry gun for you. I will say thank you for the review of the XD. Do you think that the compact grip is what you don't like? Maybe try the full length magazine w/grip extension?
ETA: Bought an XD45c. See page 6 for my thoughts on it.
I am in the market for a new carry gun. Currently use a Glock 19. Would like something about the same size, but considering moving to .45 ACP. Really looking hard at the M&P45 compact. Anybody have any other ideas? Thanks.
XD .45 compact?, also the M&P's are exelent guns.