New XDm comming out

[Bobo]

XDm Check List - what's now available and what's missing?

9 mm
5"
3.8"
3.8" Compact

.40
5"
3.8"
3.8" Compact

.45
5"
3.8"
3.8" Compact​

What needs to be, and could easily be filled in?

Bobo

 

[ns66]

380 single stack...they need a better conceal offering.

yes
something like walther pk380

 

[Apocalypse-Now]

yes
something like walther pk380

I don't see a full size .380 being lucrative on the US market. The walther certainly isn't a hot seller.

 

[mesinge2]

Originally posted by Apocalypse-Now

I don't see a full size .380 being lucrative on the US market. The walther certainly isn't a hot seller.

And my Walther PK380 has be undergoing warranty work for the last month!

 

[roachcore]

Small single stack 9mm seem to be what is dominating the market right now. If they made something similar to the walther pps I would definatly be all over that

 

[Cards81fan]

Just remember that the XDs are made in Croatia. They could not import a smallish, pocket .380. It would have to be a PK380 size or larger to pass the points test. But I think anything that size will be 9mm and still somewhat tactical, resembling a PPS more than a LC9. That said, if they released a PPS competitor, I'd be all over it.

I am still guessing a .45 compact, leaning towards the 4.5" barrel over the 3.8.

 

[basicblur]

It's discussed on this week's Gun Talk, hour 3 (part C).
Didn't pay much attention (was listening in the background) as the M models are yawners fer me, but I think it was built from a wish list from Rob Leatham for competition. I think it's a 9mm with a long slide and other competition goodies since some classes say if it's not factory, you can't use it.

 

[BushyGuy]

and Ruger is 100% made in good ol USA!

 

[mesinge2]

Thanks for the post BasicBlur. If its a a 9mm with a long slide for competition then I'm annoyed.

 

[basicblur]

If its a a 9mm with a long slide for competition then I'm annoyed.

Ya better download/listen to part C in the link above, since after I heard what it was I kinda tuned out...

Just scanned the episode-you'll get the basics within the first 4 minutes:
XDM 9mm 525 competition series (5.25" barrel length)
Competition adjustable sights (allowed in competition since from factory)
Fiber Optic front sight
Widened Slide

 

[ForumSurfer]

XDM 9mm 525 competion series (5.25" barrel length)
Competition adjustable sights (allowed in competition since from factory)
Fiber Optic front sight

Neat options if they offer them at a decent price. If they add another $250 it will be a disappointment.

 

[SpodWo]

Or you can read about it here and see photos of it:

http://www.gunsamerica.com/blog/springfield-armory-xdm-5-25

 

[mesinge2]

Thanks for the post SpodWo

 

[mdThanatos]

The only question I have is, will it come with just 2 magazines or 3. The reviewers pictures of the case and everything that comes with it is different than what is being advertised on Springfield's site.

Case with 3 mags

I'd love to see it come with 3 personally.

 

[AZGlock13]

Yep, looks like we have a fancy 19+1 G34 on our hands. When the .40S&W version comes out, I might be tempted to trade in my G35 for one.

 

[Cards81fan]

This was surprising to me, and a bit disappointing.

 

[ForumSurfer]

The only question I have is, will it come with just 2 magazines or 3. *The reviewers pictures of the case and everything that comes with it is different than what is being advertised on Springfield's site.

Doesn't matter too much since it is geared toward competition as you'll be buying several more, anyway. Personally I'm not satisfied without 8 or 9 magazines for a handgun that I shoot often. But yeah, 1 extra is always great. Or since it is competition oriented, go ahead and make it 5 or 6 mags!

I recently sold an XDM that I didn't like too much. I hope to see one of these pop up at a rental range!

 

[Sgt.Murtaugh]

here it is:

http://www.gunsamerica.com/blog/springfield-armory-xdm-5-25/

 

[mtnkid85]

This is something Ive been considering for some time. Almost pulled the trigger on the 5" XD a few times, glad I waited now.

The XD & XDM mags are not interchangable correct?

 

[mesinge2]

Originally posted by mtnkid85

The XD & XDM mags are not interchangable correct?

They are only interchangeable for the 45 ACP XDm 4.5"

 

[Gryffydd]

Now more than ever this would make an awesome 10MM gun.

My prediction for the future "tactical" version: they close up the top of the slide to make the action more resistant to the elements and give it night sights and that's about it.

 

[KAS1981]

Boooooo hissssss!

 

[IlikeSA]

So...whats the advantage to the wider slide?

 

[CZ57]

The slide is longer, not wider.

 

[Mr.357Sig]

Good Lord! That is one FUGLY pistolero. That beast hit every branch when it fell out of the ugly tree. Thank you, Croatia, I think I'll spend my hard-earned cash elsewhere.