GForceLizard

+1 Don't call it IDPA and have fun. I know I'd be there.

I have a Tokyo Mauri G17. The TM has a plastic slide and you're suppose to use 134A gas that has less power. I don't have a source for 134A and ran it with propane. The green gas and propane are too strong. Broke it 3 times. The last time it broke the front of the slide clear off. I've had no problems with my metal guns. The metal ones are WE-Tech. Nothing against TM. It was a great gun while it lasted. They are serious when they tell you to use 134A on a gun with a plastic slide.

If you want to spend money on hardware why not use the cash to customize the XD you already have?

One reason to switch eyes is that it allows you to expose less of your head when shooting from behind cover. This makes no difference to the game but may help in a defensive situation.