I've now had my Springfield Arms XD-9 Bi-Tone for a month. During that time I have put nearly 2200 rounds through it. It's digested Winchester Ranger T's, Federal Hydrashok and WWB JHPs. These were 124 gr +P, 147 gr and 115 gr respectively. All fed without a hitch.
For the practice range, I use WWB 115gr FMJ the most often but have also shot about 300 rounds of CCI Blazer Brass 115 gr, 100 Remington UMC and 100 Magtech. Only one FTE in the bunch and that was about round 650. It was a WWB 115 gr FMJ and I'm pretty sure it was a bad cartridge case. Other than that one round, the XD hasn't missed a beat.
This is my first pistol and I have noticed a distinct improvement in my accuracy and consistency after 30 days. My CCW training helped a great deal because I was able to spend 6 hours at the range with a ex-Marine instructor. He currently trains the local SWAT and spent a great deal of time on tactical shooting techniques besides just basic marksmanship and of course safety.
I am certainly very happy with my XD-9. It has done everything I've asked of it and is undoubtedly more accurate than I am. It's a great way to start a new hobby.
Next week I'll be shooting in my first USPSA club match and I am really looking forward to it. I have no doubt my XD will perform flawlessly.
For the practice range, I use WWB 115gr FMJ the most often but have also shot about 300 rounds of CCI Blazer Brass 115 gr, 100 Remington UMC and 100 Magtech. Only one FTE in the bunch and that was about round 650. It was a WWB 115 gr FMJ and I'm pretty sure it was a bad cartridge case. Other than that one round, the XD hasn't missed a beat.
This is my first pistol and I have noticed a distinct improvement in my accuracy and consistency after 30 days. My CCW training helped a great deal because I was able to spend 6 hours at the range with a ex-Marine instructor. He currently trains the local SWAT and spent a great deal of time on tactical shooting techniques besides just basic marksmanship and of course safety.
I am certainly very happy with my XD-9. It has done everything I've asked of it and is undoubtedly more accurate than I am. It's a great way to start a new hobby.
Next week I'll be shooting in my first USPSA club match and I am really looking forward to it. I have no doubt my XD will perform flawlessly.