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Would a compensator on the XL be overkill or more awesome?

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Would a compensator on the XL be overkill or more awesome?
Don't usually see it in this configuration but when doing a build it was an option.
Afterward did a search and found some images and guess what, I like it, but is it overkill for the XL?
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wrmiller
Is it 9mm?
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AJP
Aaron Cowen seems pretty happy with his ported XL, so I'd consider that a worthwhile option.

I haven't seen a compensated one though, probably because most people don't really want to add another inch to the end of their long slide.
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Yes 9mm
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AJP said:
Aaron Cowen seems pretty happy with his ported XL, so I'd consider that a worthwhile option.

I haven't seen a compensated one though, probably because most people don't really want to add another inch to the end of their long slide.
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I didn't see "ported" listed during the build process.
Is that an aftermarket adjustment?
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1911NewGuy said:
I didn't see "ported" listed during the build process.
Is that an aftermarket adjustment?
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Yes, several companies offer porting for Staccatos. DSC, Vulcan, and Monsoon (who did Aarons).

I think a comp'd XL would make for an awkward recoil impulse. Most 9mm comp'd guns use lightweight short slides, as opposed to longer heavier slides.
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_Dan_
I’m not a fan of long slides. I have the C2 ‘22 limited that came with the ICE comp. It’s slightly longer than a 5” 1911/2011 and that’s as long as I will own and carry. Anything longer IMO is an overkill regardless of comp.
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1911NewGuy said:
Would a compensator on the XL be overkill or more awesome?
Don't usually see it in this configuration but when doing a build it was an option.
Afterward did a search and found some images and guess what, I like it, but is it overkill for the XL?
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That would be a bit long and muzzle heavy. Check out the XC for comparison, it's already ported. You can get the XL ported like it, from the guys listed above.
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Descartian
The only reason I would want to go with a compensated barrel that long would be if I was shooting really hot 10mm rounds. Kind of like the Perfect 10 in the post below. On a 9mm I don’t see the advantage unless you’re competing and shooting MAJOR ammo. Even then a shorter gun with more porting is preferable.


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_Dan_ said:
I’m not a fan of long slides.
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I ❤ long slides.
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MacMan21 said:
That would be a bit long and muzzle heavy. Check out the XC for comparison, it's already ported. You can get the XL ported like it, from the guys listed above.
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debated about the XC but it was $1k more
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Tonysmjc
1911NewGuy said:
debated about the XC but it was $1k more
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but it’s one sweet gun
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_Dan_
1911NewGuy said:
I ❤ long slides.
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As good Addicts we love All of them, just some more than others, so whatever you have is goodness!
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Linkmaco3
Can confirm the XC is one sweet gun. It’s spendy for a production gun but it’s one smooth operator. The P with the ICE comp feels nearly as good.
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Linkmaco3 said:
Can confirm the XC is one sweet gun. It’s spendy for a production gun but it’s one smooth operator. The P with the ICE comp feels nearly as good.
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The P in steel would be a smidge closer, too. I got to handle one when I picked up the P SE. Noticeable difference in heft... they say about 10 oz. I played with the Staccato website configurator a lot and almost ordered the steel. I bet the ICE comp doesn't weigh much. And I can see my future, an XC will be destiny!
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MacMan21 said:
The P in steel would be a smidge closer, too. I got to handle one when I picked up the P SE. Noticeable difference in heft... they say about 10 oz. I played with the Staccato website configurator a lot and almost ordered the steel. I bet the ICE comp doesn't weigh much. And I can see my future, an XC will be destiny!
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there’s one in the classifieds
I’ve looked at it three times
Looks to be a good deal hell I’ve got an xc and I’m still thinking about it
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Tonysmjc said:
there’s one in the classifieds
I’ve looked at it three times
Looks to be a good deal hell I’ve got an xc and I’m still thinking about it
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After reading Staccato's warranty is only for the original owner, I am looking for a new item....discounted of course. ;)
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Tonysmjc
Guess I’m an odd duck
I never concern myself about such things
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MacMan21
1911NewGuy said:
After reading Staccato's warranty is only for the original owner, I am looking for a new item....discounted of course. ;)
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I understand that sentiment. I also think that most guns, Staccato included, are built well enough for anything I’ll do to them. Maybe even 2 forevers. :)
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Keep the XL as an XL without an add on comp. It shoots flat enough. Otherwise, get an XC new or used.
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