In the end, I bowed to the Wisdom of Tex.
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Now I got to wait to hear the story because I am surprised, but those Commie Austrians make good guns. 
Not much of a story. The deal was better on the Glock than the Springfield, the ergonomics of the Springfield were not sufficiently better than the Glock to sway me, they didn't have the Springfield package I wanted, and the ubiquity of Glock means cheaper and more plentiful aftermarket accessories. It was a bang for buck decision.
The simpler manual of arms for the Glock also appealed for the sake of the warden. It's a weapon she can just point and shoot. That means a greater chance she'll kill me outright, rather than wounding or disabling me.
Also, the Croats who manufacture the XD's are more commie than the Austrians.
Morning, mucha-I mean, young men.
Very important consideration! Did you look at the FNS?
I did. And I decided I like the look and feel of the FNS. But the Glock was still $60 cheaper, and I actually have some shooting time with Glocks.
Price definite deciding point.
Here's a proper comparison...
My youngest with my FNS and his brothers Glock....(almost got us thrown off the range, but he enjoyed it.)