[masraum]

OK, if you want to mod a gun, then a 1911 or Glock is the way to go.

I shot a bunch of guns before I bought. In one sitting, I was able to shoot a glock 9mm and XD 9mm back to back to back. Both guns felt and shot nearly identically to me. I was equally accurate with both. I ended up feeling like there was just a tiny something that I preferred about the XD even thought I couldn't put my finger on it. I can only guess that it was the grip angle, but can't be sure.

Glocks and XDs are like timex and casio. They are both entry level, reliable to a fault, and will serve you well for a long time.

I really liked Browning Hi Powers and 1911s, but the BHP is pretty pricey, as the 1911 can be.

I ended up going with a full size XDm in 9mm, then I sold it and bought an XDm 9mm Compact to make it a bit easier to carry.

I have no doubt that I'll end up with a 1911 and a BHP, and probably others as well eventually.

I don't believe there is a 22 conv kit for the XD line, and I don't think there ever will be. You can get that for a Glock though, I believe.