Springfield XD's (want opinions)

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I almost talked myself into buying an XD9 earlier today at the gun store, but I figured I would hold off for a while and get some opinions here. Good stuff? Seems like it would be somewhat easy to carry concealed, any good IWB holsters for it?
 
Had mine for about 8 weeks now and like it so well i'm thinking of buying another.
 
Do you have the service model or the SubCompact?

I'm kinda considering both. I looked at a service model today, is the compact the same (aside from size of course).

I noticed the Service model was DA/SA, is the compact the same? (Never seen a picture from behind to see if there's a hammer or not).
 
I noticed the Service model was DA/SA, is the compact the same? (Never seen a picture from behind to see if there's a hammer or not).

The XD standard and compact are both striker fired guns that have a cosistant trigger pull not a DA/SA action at all.

I have the XD 40 service model and the XD9 Subcompact. Both guns have performed way above par and I am thrilled with them.
 
I have the Service Model in Olive Drab with a Black slide. It has functioned flawlessly through 200 rounds. It is very accurate and fun to shoot. I now have two guns with the "accessory rail" so I think I will purchase an M6 TAC light, mostly because I am a gadget guy.
 
I had an XD-9 and it was a serviceable pistol.

Although it is striker fired, it is a true single action in that the striker is fully cocked by the slide (and protrudes slightly from the rear of the slide as an indicator).

I couldn't get used to the grip safety feel, and the trigger should really be better for a single action, IMO.

I just traded mine for a Glock 21 in .45ACP, as it will fill the same role of plinking/range use, and I am more accustomed to the Glock's grip and trigger.

YMMV
 
Probably my next handgun purchase if the price holds-----still working to get a couple rifles off lay-a-way------------so it might be awhile.
 
I personally havent heard one bad thing about them, regarding the way they function...I shot one...it performed flawlessly, although I wasnt particuarly impressed...not my style, but neither are Glocks and 1911s...yet they are still excellent firearms.
 
I have had my XD-40 Tactical for about 6 months now and have fired over 1500 rounds of various brands of ammo through it with out a hitch. The only complaint I have is the finish that Springfield is using on these pistols. It almost seems to rub off in your hands. I had my refinished with Duracoat and it eliminated that problem. I also own several 1911s, Berettas, H&Ks, Glocks, Sigs and Smith & Wessons. I have changed my carry gun to the XD. Good Luck and happy shooting.
 
I was playing around with them at the store. It Felt GREAT!
However, at the time the "jury" was still out on them & I purchased a Sig P239/9 with no regrets. I think I may wait until the XD comes in .45 ACP. THAT would be hard to live without. Come to think of it......life's tough w/o the XD 9mm.
 
I've had mine for a while now. The grip safety is nice because you never really notice it's there.. The main reason I bought the XD, I was looking for a backup to my Sig and went out shopping, and trigger feel was paramount. Looked at Glocks and CZ but imho the XD has a superior trigger...
 
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I bought an XD-9 4" Service Model with the Bi-Tone finish (stainless slide - should hold up better than the blued slide) back in February and have 450 absolutely flawless rounds through it so far. I love it. I'd buy another one in a heartbeat - and just might (sub-compact). I don't really understand how anyone can say they don't like the feel of the grip safety. It's absolutely transparent to me. I don't realize it's there at all when I'm shooting - but I'm glad it is. Very nice feature IMHO. Go for it - you wont be sorry.
 
If I get one, looks like the only thing that will have to be done is a good coating on the slide and such, might send it to Robar or something :D
 
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im thinking about picking up an xd for myself.. got to get something other than my dad's old .38 snubnose :eek:
 
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