{"id":69,"date":"2022-08-24T14:27:38","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T14:27:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=69"},"modified":"2022-08-24T14:27:38","modified_gmt":"2022-08-24T14:27:38","slug":"did-the-hellcat-kill-the-xd-s","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=69","title":{"rendered":"Did the Hellcat Kill the XD-S?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"player-inline-wrapper no-margin-top\">\n<div class=\"video-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<iframe class=\"player-inline\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/739989470?h=5bbbf32874&amp;api=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"byline\">By <a class=\"byline-author ajax-home\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/author\/dan-abraham\/\">Dan Abraham<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"dropcap\">H<\/span>as the ever-expanding\u00a0<a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/springfield-hellcat-best-ccw-9mm-ever\/\">Hellcat line of micro-sized 9mm pistols<\/a>\u00a0made the single-stack\u00a0<a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/first-look-optics-ready-xd-s-mod-2-osp-9mm\/\">Springfield Armory <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP (Optical Sight Pistol)<\/a>\u00a0family outmoded? Springfield continues to pump out new and innovative Hellcats. As a result, I have thought a lot about the effect the Hellcat has had on other CCW-oriented pistols. In a head-to-head match of Springfield Hellcat vs. <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span>, which pistol is the champ?<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture class=\"wp-image-34034\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Springfield-Hellcat-vs-XDS-comparison.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Springfield-Hellcat-vs-XDS-comparison-800x493.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Springfield-Hellcat-vs-XDS-comparison-400x246.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Springfield-Hellcat-vs-XDS-comparison-768x473.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>How does the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP 9mm (center) stack up against a whole pack of Hellcat pistols? You might be\u00a0surprised.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Let\u2019s face it: the Hellcat is an incredible handgun. Initially, we saw the Hellcat OSP and non-OSP models. Most shooters, including me, thought it would end there. Nobody expected Springfield Armory to produce a <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/hellcat-rdp-review-rapid-response-9mm\/\">Hellcat RDP (Rapid Defense Package)<\/a> with a 3.8\u201d barrel and a self-indexing compensator. The RDP lit up the internet once that pistol was introduced.<\/p>\n<p>Many shooters thought the Hellcat line was then complete. However, Springfield recently released the <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/ayoob-springfield-hellcat-pro-review\/\">Hellcat Pro OSP with a 3.7\u201d barrel and 15-round flush-fitting magazines<\/a>. Yes, it\u2019s true. A larger Hellcat Pro with a longer barrel and higher capacity. The popularity of the Hellcat line continues to grow with each model that Springfield produces.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-34033\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hellcat-vs-XDS.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hellcat-vs-XDS-800x531.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hellcat-vs-XDS-400x266.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hellcat-vs-XDS-768x510.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"930\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hellcat-vs-XDS.jpg\" alt=\"Hellcat vs XDS\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hellcat-vs-XDS.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hellcat-vs-XDS-800x531.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hellcat-vs-XDS-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Hellcat-vs-XDS-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>Packed with features, the Springfield <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP is a great choice for concealed carry. It\u2019s chambered in either 9mm or .45 and comes standard with an optics cut and accessory\u00a0rail.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Does this mean something like the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP has been left in the dust? Considering the increased magazine capacity the Hellcat offers, is there still a role for a <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/is-the-single-stack-extinct\/\">single-stack pistol<\/a> like this? Is the Hellcat vs. <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> matchup over before it begins? To answer this question, I came up with a list of features that shooters should consider regarding the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> line. So, let\u2019s dive right in!<\/p>\n<h2>Grip That Pistol<\/h2>\n<p>The <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP is a single-stack 9mm (or <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/review-xd-s-mod2-osp-3-3-inch-45-acp\/\">single-stack .45 ACP<\/a>), therefore it is a very thin handgun. This thin circumference allows the shooter to have more hand wrap around the surface of the grip.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-34032\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/comparing-thickness-of-XDS-and-Hellcat-edited.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/comparing-thickness-of-XDS-and-Hellcat-edited-800x530.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/comparing-thickness-of-XDS-and-Hellcat-edited-400x265.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/comparing-thickness-of-XDS-and-Hellcat-edited-768x509.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"928\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/comparing-thickness-of-XDS-and-Hellcat-edited.jpg\" alt=\"comparing thickness of XDS and Hellcat\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/comparing-thickness-of-XDS-and-Hellcat-edited.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/comparing-thickness-of-XDS-and-Hellcat-edited-800x530.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/comparing-thickness-of-XDS-and-Hellcat-edited-400x265.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/comparing-thickness-of-XDS-and-Hellcat-edited-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>Grip thinness is one difference between the Hellcat and <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span>. This can contribute to shooting comfort and easy of\u00a0concealment.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Greater hand contact on the grip gives the shooter more control of the pistol when shooting. Increased control leads to better recoil management, precision accuracy and quicker follow-up shots.<\/p>\n<h2>The Costs of Cost<\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s face it, the price of a handgun matters. In this day and age of inflated costs on everything from food to fuel, most shooters want the most gun they can get for the money. The <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP offers a lot, and is also \u201cbudget\u201d priced. The MSRP for the 9mm <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP with a Crimson Trace CTS 1500 installed is just $568.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-34031\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shooting-the-Springfield-XDS-and-Hellcat-to-compare.png.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shooting-the-Springfield-XDS-and-Hellcat-to-compare-800x450.png.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shooting-the-Springfield-XDS-and-Hellcat-to-compare-400x225.png.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shooting-the-Springfield-XDS-and-Hellcat-to-compare-768x432.png.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shooting-the-Springfield-XDS-and-Hellcat-to-compare.png\" alt=\"shooting the Springfield XDS and Hellcat to compare\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shooting-the-Springfield-XDS-and-Hellcat-to-compare.png 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shooting-the-Springfield-XDS-and-Hellcat-to-compare-800x450.png 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shooting-the-Springfield-XDS-and-Hellcat-to-compare-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/shooting-the-Springfield-XDS-and-Hellcat-to-compare-768x432.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>When comparing the Hellcat vs. <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span>, how they feel in the hand while shooting can play a major role. So can cost, capacity and ease of\u00a0concealment.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you can show me another handgun of this quality with a red dot included for that price, burgers and beers are on me. If you want to run just irons, the MSRP for the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP with no optic is just $440 (they are all OSP-cut, by the way). That is an incredible price for a handgun that will go bang each and every time the trigger is pulled.<\/p>\n<h2>What\u2019s in the Pocket?<\/h2>\n<p>Many concealed carriers will choose to pocket carry their handgun. Pocket carry is the simplest way to carry. Just place the pistol in a synthetic or leather holster and drop it in your pocket.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-34028\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hellcat-or-XDS-for-pocket-carry-edited-1-1.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hellcat-or-XDS-for-pocket-carry-edited-1-1-800x450.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hellcat-or-XDS-for-pocket-carry-edited-1-1-400x225.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hellcat-or-XDS-for-pocket-carry-edited-1-1-768x432.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"787\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hellcat-or-XDS-for-pocket-carry-edited-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Hellcat or XDS for pocket carry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hellcat-or-XDS-for-pocket-carry-edited-1-1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hellcat-or-XDS-for-pocket-carry-edited-1-1-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hellcat-or-XDS-for-pocket-carry-edited-1-1-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hellcat-or-XDS-for-pocket-carry-edited-1-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>While the Hellcat is thin, the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> is a bit thinner. This gives it an edge in deep concealment and pocket\u00a0carry.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod 2 is thin and lightweight, making it an ideal pistol for pocket carry. The loaded weight with eight rounds is just 24.75 ounces. People pocket carry because it is easy and comfortable to conceal a pistol like this. If you purchase the pistol with the red dot, Springfield includes a cover plate if you choose to remove the red dot for its smallest configuration.<\/p>\n<div class=\"newsletter inline\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: none;\" class=\"logo-tal-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/themes\/thearmorylife\/img\/logo-tal-tm-icon.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Live The Armory Life.<\/strong> The latest content straight to your inbox plus an automatic entry to each of our <a class=\"ajax-giveaways\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/giveaways\/\"><strong>monthly gun\u00a0giveaways!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>A Grasp of Safety<\/h2>\n<p>The <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod 2 has a grip safety, which means the trigger will only function when the grip safety is engaged. Due to this fact, the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP offers an additional layer of safety against a negligent discharge. In addition, the grip safety forces a high grip on the pistol, so the carrier will need to have a firm purchase on the handgun. This in turn will create an even safer \u201cdraw\u201d of the pistol.<\/p>\n<h2>Capacity for Performance<\/h2>\n<p>The <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP in 9mm ships with both a seven- and a nine-round magazine. The seven-round magazine configures the pistol in its most compact form. The nine-round magazine extends the grip length for a solid three-finger\u2019s worth of contact on the handgun. The larger nine-round magazine gives a full-size pistol feel while packing 10 rounds in a subcompact handgun.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-34029\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Capacity-Advantage-of-Hellcat-vs-XDS-edited-1.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Capacity-Advantage-of-Hellcat-vs-XDS-edited-1-800x548.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Capacity-Advantage-of-Hellcat-vs-XDS-edited-1-400x274.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Capacity-Advantage-of-Hellcat-vs-XDS-edited-1-768x526.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"959\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Capacity-Advantage-of-Hellcat-vs-XDS-edited-1.jpg\" alt=\"Capacity advantage of Hellcat vs XDS\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Capacity-Advantage-of-Hellcat-vs-XDS-edited-1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Capacity-Advantage-of-Hellcat-vs-XDS-edited-1-800x548.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Capacity-Advantage-of-Hellcat-vs-XDS-edited-1-400x274.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Capacity-Advantage-of-Hellcat-vs-XDS-edited-1-768x526.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>While the Springfield Hellcat can feed from up to <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/first-look-15-round-hellcat-magazine\/\">15-round magazines<\/a>, the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> can carry up to 10 rounds in a very slim\u00a0package.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Springfield Armory also offers an optional extended eight-round magazine. The \u201cin between\u201d eight-round mag is the perfect balance between compactness and capacity. Magazine options are plentiful with the Springfield Armory <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP 9mm.<\/p>\n<h2>Barrel Length Matters<\/h2>\n<p>The barrel length on the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod 2 is 3.3\u2033. That is a shade longer than many subcompact pistols, but still compact and concealable. Shooters understand that the longer the barrel is, the greater the accuracy potential is. Concealed carriers go to extreme measures to carry a handgun that is reliable and accurate.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-34030\"><source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/barrel-length-differences-in-XDS-and-Hellcat-pistols-1.jpg.webp 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/barrel-length-differences-in-XDS-and-Hellcat-pistols-1-800x497.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/barrel-length-differences-in-XDS-and-Hellcat-pistols-1-400x249.jpg.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/barrel-length-differences-in-XDS-and-Hellcat-pistols-1-768x477.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1400\" height=\"870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/barrel-length-differences-in-XDS-and-Hellcat-pistols-1.jpg\" alt=\"Barrel length differences in XDS and Hellcat pistols\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/barrel-length-differences-in-XDS-and-Hellcat-pistols-1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/barrel-length-differences-in-XDS-and-Hellcat-pistols-1-800x497.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/barrel-length-differences-in-XDS-and-Hellcat-pistols-1-400x249.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/barrel-length-differences-in-XDS-and-Hellcat-pistols-1-768x477.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/>\n<\/picture><figcaption>The longer <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> has an advantage with both sight radius and bullet velocity as compared to the\u00a0Hellcat.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Shooters understand the importance of precise accuracy. I have found the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP to be incredibly accurate for such a small pistol. Whether it is used for range practice or self-defense, in my opinion, the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 will deliver the confidence required for a subcompact CCW handgun.<\/p>\n<p>Should you want a longer barrel, you can certainly opt for the Hellcat Pro. However, a single-stack option also exists in the <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/ultimate-carry-9mm-xd-s-mod-2-osp-4-inch-9mm\/\"><span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP 4\u2033 barrel 9mm pistol<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> vs. Hellcat: Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>So, does the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> still stack up when compared to the Hellcat? My response? A resounding \u201cyes\u201d! There definitely remains a strong place in the concealed carry market for the Springfield <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod 2 OSP. I laid out a list of reasons why the Springfield Armory <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod 2 is an excellent handgun. I think the build quality and performance speak for themselves.<\/p>\n<p>If you haven\u2019t checked out the <span class=\"nowrap\">XD-S<\/span> Mod.2 OSP, give it a try. You may just find yourself the perfect subcompact pistol to add into your carry rotation.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: Be sure to check out The Armory Life Forum, where you can comment about our daily articles, as well as just talk guns and gear. Click the \u201cGo To Forum Thread\u201d link below to jump in!<\/em><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-forum-thread hide-share\"><span>Join the Discussion<\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"forum-thread-button-wrapper hide-share\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/forum\/threads\/12407\/\">Go to forum thread<\/a><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-featured hide-share\"><span>Featured in this video<\/span><\/h5>\n<section class=\"featured hide-share grid-two\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-xdsmod2osp \" href=\"https:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/xd-series-handguns\/xd-s-mod-2-osp-handguns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-9mm\">9<sup>mm<\/sup><\/span><\/span>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"max-width: 97%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/XDSG9339CT.png\" alt=\"XD-S Mod.2\u00ae OSP\u2122 Series\"\/>&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>XD-S Mod.2\u00ae OSP\u2122 <span>Series<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-hellcat \" href=\"https:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/hellcat-series-handguns\/hellcat-3-micro-compact-handguns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-9mm\">9<sup>mm<\/sup><\/span><\/span>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"margin-top: .9rem;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/HC9319B.png\" alt=\"Hellcat\u00ae Series\"\/>&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>Hellcat\u00ae <span>Series<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/section>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/springfield-hellcat-vs-xds\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Dan Abraham Has the ever-expanding\u00a0Hellcat line of micro-sized 9mm pistols\u00a0made the single-stack\u00a0Springfield Armory XD-S Mod.2 OSP (Optical Sight Pistol)\u00a0family outmoded? Springfield continues to pump out new and innovative Hellcats. As a result, I have thought a lot about the effect the Hellcat has had on other CCW-oriented pistols. 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