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Just locate the mag release on either side of the grip, catch the mag, reload, and then insert into the mag well. I love both of those guns, but your complaint is the same as griping your Ruger GP100 doesnt shoot as well as your S&W Performance Center .357. The idea of 20 rounds seems quite attractive, but the 7 1/2 lb trigger is a definite turn off. Question of the Day: Where Do You Stow Your Carry Gun? When using the rear sights, it feels really good when you reset for another shot. it holds 16 rounds in the mags and thats the .40 S&W round were talking about. They were going to change the recoil spring at 6000, but I didn't actually seem them do that; just wiped it out. Speaking of things that shot my confidence all to hell while using this gun, a brief note on the slide lock. The XD (m) is not immune to abuse though as I found by carrying a Remington 700 in an X-Ray chassis next to it for the duration of the Bushnell Brawl. When using the rear sights, it feels really good when you reset for another shot. If this model was having issues I'm sure someone here would chime in. Get your hands on one if you havent. Barrel Length: 4.5". I talked to a helpful yet grating and some what condescending customer service lady who told me it might be the S and B ammo I was using. Your mileage may vary, and feel is subjective, but the XD pistols have always felt right to me. Theyre small and my fingers are short, so its quite a challenge to find a comfortable fit. Springfield Armorys customer service representatives can answer your questions/concerns Monday through Friday 8:30 to 4:30 CST via phone at 1-800-680-6866, International: +1-309-944-5631 or email at sales@springfield-armory.com. #7. 9 MM .45 ACP. I'd handled one in an LGS next to the Glock 20, RIA 1911, and EAA Witness. My experience was that the two were near identical in operational capability. It features 3.5 MOA red dot, a three-year run time, and is IPX7 waterproof. Do not just parrot what you read on the web sites. You wont be disappointed. Fun gun it fits in all 9mm / 40sw XDM holsters. If I was a little bigger, Id carry the P09 all day long, instead of the P07. Pressing the magazine release in either direction will release the magazine. It was a quirk developed by bad dry fire practice. Its good to hear the truth not every gun works in every hand. It is easily capable of head shots at 10 yards. This is the one we have been waiting our entire lives for. You could have been dealing with some sort of hand strain before you went and mildly damaged something, if you are already suffering from tendonitis it's not hard to do. In addition to looking at optics, I always suggest weapon-mounted lights. Jul 17, 2021. Before, the brass was getting scraped up a bit by the claw and I did has some failure to return to battery but only with old beat up brass. Also offered in 10mm is the XD-M Elite compact with a 3.8-inch barrel. Caliber: 10mm. Looks to be a similar issue, his trigger also locked up. The magazines are chromed and slide home easily and freely. Mine came with the small backstrap, and it fits my hand nicely. I wonder if some part of the match trigger can't quite take 10mm recoil. Even as an admitted M&P addict, I cant imagine shooting any of them without an Apex trigger kit installed. Where did you get the 22lb spring? The only issue I've read or heard about with the 10mm XDMs is the occasional 'ejection' of the factory fiber-optic front sight. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. This new XD (m) is an eye opener. I suspect that the problem with the high support grip is not that anything touches the slide, but that it hinders the control of the muzzle flip. Its frame is black polymer with three interchangeable backstraps. If it were a gun Id fallen in love with, it would have gotten an upgraded set of sights and a trigger enhancement. Id rather bulge a little on concealment than only partly fill my hand with half a handshake. But I did change to special barrel ($150) to handle the heavy bear loads of Buffalo Bore 220gr slug. What advantage does it give you (compared to not locking the slide every third shot)? It will never shoot as accurate as my Sig P-220 but not many pistols will. The MSRP for the base model XD-M Elite 10mm retails at $653 while the Hex Dragonfly Red Dot equipped version (the precise model being reviewed here today) punches in at $837. Due to the way I had the rifle slung, my pistol and my rifle spent all of Sunday fighting with each other. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. Reliability (Mechanical) * * * * * Reliability (In My Hands) * * * She's Down We finally broke it. Started by Kenk. Does your Xd have the ported barrel, or is that the only way they come? Back then, the starting point was the Norma load, with a 200-grain bullet at a book velocity of 1,200 fps. In fact, it beats the feel of the Glock grip hands down. Inclusive of HST 230+P and the Lehigh machined cavernous copper. Give Springfield another chance here's a quick way you can contact them. It seems to have caught a case of NYPDitis as it tripped my scale at a very consistent seven and a half pounds. In September of 2021, Springfield Armory released the XD-M Elite in 10mm, which featured a 3.8 barrel. That's pretty much what I found on my XDS-45 as well. You have entered an incorrect email address! 28,272. Enter This was the first gun I ever bought and its still one of my favorites. Jul 17, 2021. Theres really no skirting the fact. His work has appeared in large publications like The Armory Life, Daily Caller, American Shooting Journal, and more. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Gun Made may receive a small commission from any sales that link With the small backstrap, these are perfect. While I enjoyed shooting it, I remember thinking how nice it would be to have a full-size grip and a longer barrel/slide combo to help absorb some of the recoil. Im right-handed, so I dont have much of an issue with or without ambidextrous controls, but I always prefer to have them just in case. Carrying it around requires a sturdy belt and a good holster. Thanks for the review, I have not had a bad experience shooting my regular 5.25" XDM 10mm. XDM 10mm, available in 4.5 and 5.25-inch slide lengths At long last, the perfect auto caliber gets the perfect platform. YMMV, +1 for prp. I absolutely realize ammo is responsible along with the guy behind the trigger but my pistol didn't really seem to have a definitive pattern- meaning it wasn't just 4 moa or 1moa, the groups were extremely erratic(yes, I know how to shoot). When squeezing the trigger, it becomes increasingly easier to fire off follow up shots. Good review. I expected the 4.5 to be every bit as accurate with the hope that it might give me more, but I was sadly disappointed. I havent shot this gun in wet conditions to see how the grip fares, but I wouldnt think any huge issues would arise. Depending on preference, might be a bit too much for a carry piece. The new M2.0 line boasts a 15+1 capacity, optics-ready slide, and a flat face trigger. I knew something wasnt right. The XD (m) is not immune to abuse though as I found by carrying a Remington 700 in an X-Ray chassis next to it for the duration of the Bushnell Brawl. A cubicle-dwelling technology sales professional by day, he is an avid starter of projects, purchaser of speciality tools, and aspiring chef outside the office. I found myself unable to detach from the Springfield armory xdm 9 4.5 . The XD-M Elite 10mm I tested came packaged with Springfields Hex Dragonfly optic. In a marketdominated by tiny handguns, theres a certain bravado that comes with not only owning, but carrying a pistol that weighs over two pounds loaded, and packs twenty rounds at the ready. I'm curious, did your xdms take a bit for the barrel and slide to wear in and seat? The gun is definitively minute of bad guy accurate, and as you can see in the video above, head shots at ten yards at a decent little clip are well within the realm of a mediocre operator. Is It? I'm wondering if those 16 rounders will fit my older XDM? They are hammer fired, awesome trigger, safe as heck with the DA first pull, fit in your hand like a glove and accurate and controllable as any pistol out there if not more. In his free time, he reviews optics on his Scopes Field blog. Guns For Beginners: Paranoia Is Your Friend. Ah yes. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I didn't have much luck with my G20.4 Accuracy * * * No work was done to the pistol, outside of a recoil spring change and oil at 2,000 round intervals. Own several of their kits (in varying levels of parts replaced) and installation on the XDMs is about as straightforward as it gets. I field stripped and checked everythings out. If youre going to be running a 10mm handgun, you might as well have a beefy and durable optic too, right? Like its little brother, nothing I threw at it including a distinct lack of maintenance slowed it down. If you opt for the model that comes with the Hex Dragonfly optic, it will also be nestled inside of the pistol case. Loaded with features from top to bottom, the XD-S Mod.2 is a slim single stack pistol perfect for concealed carry. With fifteen rounds in the magazine, one in the chamber, and fifteen more on each reload, the XD-M in 10mm is going to be handy when trouble arrives. I pulled it out and I realized it was the spring that keeps tension on the indicator. As far as I can tell, there are no problems with failure to feed, failure to eject, or misfire. Where I found the 3.8 to be a joy to shoot, and very accurate given the slightly shorter barrel length, the 4.5 was the older brother that never quite lived up to his potential. I reduced and reshaped the claw "A" and got it touching or nearly touching at "C" depending on the brass manufacturer. To go along with the match grade barrel, Springfield also adds their META (Match Enhanced Trigger Assembly) trigger to improve accuracy potential further. The optic has to be manually turned on, but does have a 16-hour auto-off feature. The article I linked to explains it in much more detail. http://www.hunt101.com/data/500/medium/Beretta81L.jpg Ive owned an XDM 9 for 5 years and do agree the trigger is heavyhowever, with proper press, it shoots quite accurately and Ive managed to score very well with it in Bullseye big bore shoots, my open sights vs. competitors guns fitted with optics. CZ is where its at, hands down. Very nice!!!!!! And thanks to the well-positioned mag release, the 10mm loads quickly and efficiently. The Glock tends to aim low for me but the XDM just feels rite. The SA XDm 10mm is a far better gun than the Glock, sturdier & better ergonomics. Then a couple weeks ago this video came out. There may not be a thumb safety, but that doesnt mean there arent any safety features. But this is an all around nice pistol to have with me on the highways. In fact, it beats the feel of the Glock grip hands down. Unlike the competition, all XD(m) pistols come with a holster, mag carrier, mag loader, and hard sided travel case. Fresh out of the box, they are bright and crisp in daylight and even the waning hours. Unless you wear a billowing shirt, this thing prints like crazy, but at some point you stop caring. I found it just a tiny bit troubling that you apparently have one grip style that you expect to work on all handguns and you dont adjust to whatever you are shooting. 4 Replies 457 Views September 27 2022 12:41:12 PM MDT by Kenk: 1911 10mm mag question. It also would have been nice to have taller sights, so you could use them in tandem with the red dot. I use to have a few before the boating accident. After a long awaited range session with my new xdm 10mm, the pistol failed in less than 60 rounds. A larger, heavier gun makes recoil more manageable, and lets face it: with so many different caliber options for concealed carry in urban environments, the 10mm better fits open carry for wilderness situations. If youre an M&P fan, this one needs to be on your list. -Mark Twain, I installed a 22lb recoil spring which in turn slowed the slide velocity down and the problem went away. This is a competition gun, so its designed to take low-velocity rounds, but it can handle any ammo suited to the caliber. This is not at all uncommon in 1911s. Recoil is tamed completely in my 3.8 model. Hopefully they figure it out soon (I'm in WA state, so I'm kind of on a timer if I want to get it with the extended grip magazine). Trust me, if you had touching the stop, your knuckle wouldve been all bloody by now. I field stripped and checked everythings out. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Ive done it with sloppy thumb work on a 4006. Bottom of the Dot on front post on target (post covers whole target @ 100 yd.) The 3.5-MOA red dot Dragonfly is the larger of Springfields two red dot optics and is perfectly proportioned for full-size handguns. The PMR-30 did/does same. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising company designed to Maybe its due to being well broken in but after comparing the stock trigger on my XD9 with a fairly new FNS 9 a couple of days ago, I decided I liked the XD trigger better after all. I had them add FO sights to my 4.5 XDm, and its by far my favorite gun to shoot. Thats my only complaint. Really guys You need to Know what your speaking about here. #1. The XD-M 10mm www.thearmorylife.com Jan 6, 2022 #6 Ordered a Springfield Armory XDm 10mm 4.5" through the IOP and just picked it up out of jail, where it was thoroughly cooled off. Back then, the starting point was the Norma load, with a 200-grain bullet at a book velocity of 1,200 fps. Whereas a GLOCK feels like a brick that shoots bullets, the XD(m) feels like it belongs in my hands. A 4.5 10mm just makes sense. Re grips that fill the hand, I like the XDm very well, but also own an XDsI ended up putting Hogue grips on it to better fill the hand. They stare back, hollow eyed. JavaScript is disabled. All these amazing features make it one perfect casual outerwear to get compliments from your fashion friends. Believe it has something to do with OAL (too long/out of spec), but never cared quite enough to figure out the why of it as I have seen too many overall issues with WWB to consider it a pistol issue. Plus, as much as people dislike the grip safety, (a) its on the 1911, (b) it was good enough for John Browning, and (c) when your raincoat string gets caught in the trigger when holstering, it keeps you from perforating your foot. Whether you are a novice shooter or a hardened competitor, this gun will hit whatever you aim it at. 9 MM 10 MM .45 ACP. Due to the way I had the rifle slung, my pistol and my rifle spent all They may be a little bit on the pricey side, but lets face it, you get what you pay for. FEATURES. I didnt see anything wrong with the pistol and reassembled. This isnt to say that the XD (M) cant handle a wide variety of ammo, though, because it performs with equally well with range ammo like Tula 115 gr, Remington UMC. All of the controls work as they are supposed to. Especially if you like 1911. (By the way, I found your post when I was googling for this gun at site:reddit.com to see if there had been any more recent reviews. After a long awaited range session with my new xdm 10mm, the pistol failed in less than 60 rounds. Spend the same amount of cash on your XDM, to include one of the above-mentioned trigger jobs, after market sights, and/or a mini-RDS dovetail and sight, and youd have a comparable gun. Great info in this thread! To sweeten the pot, SA throws in three magazines, a cleaning brush, a loading tool, three exchangeable backstraps, a gun lock, an over-the-waistband paddle holster, and a magazine holster for those two extra mags. I don't care if I got the "one" lemon, their customer service sucks ass. Along with the rest of this sleek design, the Lightning Cut on the slide goes a long way to trimming down the fat. It is much more civilized than the Rock in as much as the recoil is not as sharp and it doesn't launch brass into low earth orbit. Having a light mounted on your handgun can come in handy in many different scenarios. The MSRP for the base model XD-M Elite 10mm retails at $653 while the Hex Dragonfly Red Dot equipped version (the precise model being reviewed here today) punches in at $837. "As flies to wanton boys are we to the gods; They kill us for their sport.". I dont see much here that amounts to an advantage over my 5 XD9 version 1.0 except maybe 3 more rounds of capacity. NO ISSUES. We aren't fussy. My XD(m) is a .40 and thats where the weight becomes a beneficial aspect of the pistol. Thanks for the review, I have not had a bad experience shooting my regular 5.25" XDM 10mm. The XD-M Elite 10mm I tested came packaged with Springfields Hex Dragonfly optic. You could have been dealing with some sort of hand strain before you went and mildly damaged something, if you are already suffering from tendonitis it's not hard to do. No work was done to the pistol, outside of a recoil spring change and oil at 2,000 round intervals. Reason I'm asking is because accuracy was all over the place. For all I know, I may be the only person who has induced that particular failure. Here is the before pic. I never cleaned it during the testing, and while it was downright filthy at the end, it still continued to run. Height: 5.75. MSRP $609 - $837. The Hex Dragonfly that comes with the XD-M Elite is a nice optic, but there are many other quality optics to consider as well. These come in handy when your can only get a less than ideal purchase on the gun. S Superzuki I put Talon Pro grip tape and Ameriglo night sights on my 4.5; just a preference of mine. I find many times I wind up going back to the old trusty TLR-1 HL, but Ive also been hearing some positive feedback on the SureFire X300. and I have M&Ps, Glocks, XDMs, FNX, etc. The Dragonflys housing is made from 6061-T6 Hardcoat anodized aluminum and comes with anti-glare lenses and simple Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5 OSP 10mm: Hands-On Review [2023]. Height: 5.75. Its accurate with factory loads and reloads. Maybe out just got a hold of a bad barrel. I bought a Springfield XDm in .45 from LGS about 9 weeks ago. I was having problems with mounts fitting on their rail and the stock not holding up. Here are a couple of each Id recommend for this gun. Pachmayr full wrap replacement grips vastly improve the control of both pistols. I have always only acquired handguns with a substantial enough grip to fill my hand without any dangling fingers or palm. For the rest of us, its a grippy affair, nuff said. The beavertail profile is a nice addition, too. 10k rounds to "test" is quite a substantial test. I know everyone puts out a lemon once on a while, that's why I posted here. Once again, the superb mechanics and sleek construction of this gun have bumped the XD(M) up the ranks of quality handguns. Advantage Arms .22 Conversion Kit for Springfield XDM 9/ 40. To prove the quality and reliability of the new XD-M 10mm, 10,000 rounds of Federal Premium Hydra-Shok ammunition was fired through the gun with EVERY round documented on video. A couple of various-sized rear backstraps, an extra magazine, a couple of magazine base plates, and a soft zippered pistol case are all in the box. Hold each, see which feels better, lines up better in your hand. As you can clearly see in the picture, the XD(m) is coated in a liberal amount of stipling and grip serrations on both the frame and the slide. But put it in my hands with a high support grip, and the slide lock engages almost immediately. I was in the market for a full size 9mm and spent several months researching everything i could get my hands on. Its a weird world out there once you start carrying the XD(m) 4.5 chambered in 9mm. Speaking of grips, keen eyed observers will notice that the XD(m) sports a rather large grip safety. S Superzuki At least the XD extractor isn't so long that it strikes the forward extractor groove bevel. I can use the same craptastic grip on an M&P or GLOCKwith no such problems. The XD (m) is not immune to abuse though as I found by carrying a Remington 700 in an X-Ray chassis next to it for the duration of the Bushnell Brawl. Mine came with the small backstrap, and it fits my hand nicely. You can read all about it here, but this is the first pistol that has not agreed with my high handed support grip. "The more I learn about people, the more I like my dog." #1. Given some of the issues with Frontier factory ammo (Hornady/Lake City collaboration) blowing up people's guns and Hornady blaming "out of spec" guns rather than entertaining any notion that the ammo is bad, they don't exactly have a stellar reputation for customer service right now. Springfield Armory XD-M 10mm Discontinued Jump to Latest Follow Products in this Thread Discover products that SIG Talk members are discussing products that are mentioned will automatically appear here. Mec-Gar magazines with finger extenders keep all of my fingers on the Walther grip, and the frame of the Browning is just long enough to accommodate my medium sized hand. I know many departments and agencies are approving the XD platform for personal carry- Springfield hasnt done the aggressive pricing cuts like Glock and SW have done so its only rarely the official issued duty weapon. The only exception was the P232 above in that my palm extends maybe 1/4 inch below the back of the grip, if that. No work was done to the pistol, outside of a recoil spring change and oil at 2,000 round intervals. This does not affect the However, I can't stand a grip safety. Loaded with features from top to bottom, the XD-S Mod.2 is a slim single stack pistol perfect for concealed carry. MSRP $609 - $837. From a value perspective, it will be hard to beat the XD-M Elite 4.5 10mm. I was lucky enough to get my hands on one right away, and Im definitely glad I did. As far as accuracy is concerned, the large frame and 4.5 barrel definitely help with recoil management, which translates over to the accuracy. The serrated slide is easy to grasp and the contoured frame allows for a comfortable, secure hold. Back then, the starting point was the Norma load, with a 200-grain bullet at a book velocity of 1,200 fps. At a hair over two and a quarter pounds, thats a lot of weight to strap to your body and schlep around. Ive had the opportunity to shoot Glocks, M&Ps, 92Fs, and XDMs, and founds the XDMs easiest to shoot. Its like gun Christmas. Joe Try a CZ P09 (i prefer the FDE with Tritium) or a P07 gen 2 if you want to go a little smaller. The XD-M 10mm www.thearmorylife.com Jan 6, 2022 #6 I have the Glock-20, love it. This is one comfortable grip! I've never heard of this type of issue. Color: Black. Im not shy about the fact I love 10mm. I just like the trigger much better (DA/SA, hammer fired), low bore axis, accuracy, no grip safety and the first pull being DA gives me the confidence to carry it and re-holster with one in the chamber, without pause. I didn't have much luck with my G20.4 Where the Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 3.8-inch Compact OSP 10mm Failed This XD-M has good iron sights, but with an optic, theyre useless, even as quick backups. Apply some superglue to appropriate areas and its been fine. You could have been dealing with some sort of hand strain before you went and mildly damaged something, if you are already suffering from tendonitis it's not hard to do. I love my XDS 4 in 45, and the XDM in 3.8 or 4.5 in. 10mm In September of 2021, Springfield Armory released the XD-M Elite in 10mm, which featured a 3.8 barrel. Glocks are supposed to be reliable but I apparently bought a lemon. A 10mm 180 hydra shok is doing 1030 out of a 5 barrel. I think you made an excellent choice. EGW being one of the best. Still Love my CZ, both are very competitive with each other. I gave up after five hundred rounds of Winchester white box and an entire grab bag of mixed brass case, steel case, JHP, and various other unknown ammo types. WebXDM Elite 10mm 3.8" FAILURE! I chose it over the G21 after a simultaneous side by side shooting comparison at the range. Ryan Domke is a freelance writer, photographer and social media consultant with a passion for guns and tactical gear. The one downside to these classics is that I have not yet found personal defense rounds which will feed reliably, so continue to depend upon FMJ and shot placement, just as in the service. I hate to split a category up (Nick hates it more), but the truth is that this is a very mechanically accurate pistol. Even shooting the admittedly snappy .40S&W, fast, accurate follow up shots were a breeze. I sent it to a gunsmith called XD Man in AL, who did great work. I have the XDM, not the elite and have no issues with mine. 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