Post by: Jim the Plumber on June 22, 2012, 09:23:32 PM
Went to the range and fired 60 rounds threw it with out a single problem.
I shot a mix of 185 gr MGHP reloads and 230 factory Remington FMJ's and HP's. All shots were fired off hand, standing. I'm very happy with the groups as 90% of my shooting is with a 4oz Jewell trigger and even though the XDs trigger is good, it doesn't quite feel the same...
I started at 7 yards for most of the rounds then back to 50 feet for the last mag of 230HP's.
This is my first polymer Springfield and I do like it. That says a bit as I'm a die hard Glock man.
The 230 gr rounds had quite a bit of jump, more so than I like for fast follow up shots, but not by any means uncomfortable.
The 185's were a lot more manageable and would be my choice for carry loads.
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7 yard group with 230JHP:
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50 foot group (3" )with 230JHP:
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Sight adjustment tool:
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L-R, G-34, K-CW, XDs:
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Post by: TheHunt on June 22, 2012, 09:55:26 PM
Post by: coop2424 on June 22, 2012, 10:00:57 PM
Post by: bloodhound on June 22, 2012, 10:06:03 PM
Post by: dannysdaddy on June 22, 2012, 10:40:01 PM
i have a full size xd 45acp, in green and black! i like it but but its too big to carry so i need to get another thats smaller and because i worry to much i want one with a hammer and safety so i wont feel nervous about carrying it with one in the pipe.
why are you worried about carrying one in the pipe with an xd? the gun will not operate at all without a proper grip on the gun. I have seen plenty of guns with a mechanical safety be inadvertantly unsafetied. I feel 100% camfortable with the safety features of an xd. plus its a draw and fire and in a defense situation I dont want to mess with a mechanical safety. :twocents:
Post by: carpsniperg2 on June 22, 2012, 11:13:08 PM
Post by: Swannytheswan on June 22, 2012, 11:50:25 PM
They are a great handgun. The only semi auto that I have ever trusted to carry.
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I have the xdm .45c and I love it carry it all the time with one in the pipe and never worry about it
Post by: pianoman9701 on June 23, 2012, 08:06:41 AM
Post by: Austrian Hunter on June 23, 2012, 08:52:31 AM
Post by: Swannytheswan on June 23, 2012, 09:43:33 AM
I love my XD 4" .45. It shoots excellent groups and feels really good in my hand. I don't keep one in the pipe, though. This is the first firearm I've owned with the grip/trigger safety. Although I have no problem keeping my finger out of the trigger guard, it still seems safer to jack one when I need it. Mine goes everywhere with me.
I hope you have time....
Post by: 700xcr on June 23, 2012, 09:46:05 AM
Post by: Biggerhammer on June 23, 2012, 02:26:22 PM
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Post by: CAMPMEAT on September 03, 2012, 03:05:50 PM
I like the XDM(M) 5.25 .45 , functions flawlessly and it's a laser.\
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Looks like my front seat on an average day driving around town............... :tup:
Post by: Heredoggydoggy on September 03, 2012, 09:28:06 PM
Post by: sebek556 on September 03, 2012, 09:45:48 PM
the second is a 5in tactical with a green poly frame :tup:
Post by: pianoman9701 on September 04, 2012, 07:41:58 AM
I got an XD-45 Compact when they first came out. Great gun. Don't shoot it as much as I should. As far as not carrying one in the pipe--I hope you never have to use it with one arm incapacitated in a moment of need! :dunno:
I carry with one in the pipe now. Have been doing so for a few weeks and I'm comfortable with it. You make sense about possibly not having enough time or the use of one arm.
Post by: Bshiftbc on December 29, 2012, 07:59:09 PM
Post by: splitshot on December 29, 2012, 08:31:36 PM
Post by: JLS on December 29, 2012, 08:42:15 PM
I am picking up a XDs tomorrow morning! Any advice on a conceal holster?
I like an inside the waistband (IWB) holster.
http://www.highnoonholsters.com/Product_Line/Bare_Asset/bare_asset.html (http://www.highnoonholsters.com/Product_Line/Bare_Asset/bare_asset.html)
Post by: Biggerhammer on December 29, 2012, 08:42:56 PM
I am picking up a XDs tomorrow morning! Any advice on a conceal holster?
I used Raven & Kaluban Kydex carry holsters until I ran across the GunfightersINC Kydex. They are well built and well designed and he will do the "Ronin" carry holster for your handgun. Here is a pic of one I had him do for a Glock 22. He has several color options, you can take a look at on his web site.
http://gunfightersinc.com/ (http://gunfightersinc.com/)
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Post by: 700xcr on December 29, 2012, 08:51:20 PM
I am picking up a XDs tomorrow morning! Any advice on a conceal holster?Crossbreed make a couple of good IWB holsters.
http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/AppendixCarry/tabid/127/List/0/ProductID/39/CategoryID/1/Level/1/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName,ProductName (http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/AppendixCarry/tabid/127/List/0/ProductID/39/CategoryID/1/Level/1/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName,ProductName)
http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/SuperTuckDeluxe/tabid/90/List/0/ProductID/1/CategoryID/1/Level/1/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName,ProductName (http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/SuperTuckDeluxe/tabid/90/List/0/ProductID/1/CategoryID/1/Level/1/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName,ProductName)
Post by: Bshiftbc on December 29, 2012, 09:01:24 PM
Post by: washelkhunter on December 29, 2012, 09:09:51 PM
Post by: JLS on December 29, 2012, 09:13:00 PM
I have never done IWB. Seems like it would uncomfortable, but again...I've never tried one. Then again, on the outside doesn't seemed very concealed!
I wear it all the time with jeans, oftentimes without a belt. A belt makes it more comfortable. I was skeptical too, but really like it.
Post by: crazysccrmd on December 29, 2012, 09:29:35 PM
I have never done IWB. Seems like it would uncomfortable, but again...I've never tried one. Then again, on the outside doesn't seemed very concealed!
It takes a little getting used to but it's not bad, especially with a slim pistol. I have used the High Noon Bare Asset holsters for several pistols, most recently my Glock 36. It is nice and simple, most comfortable for me about 4:30 behind the hip. Blade-tech belt holsters also are great at retention and keeping the pistol tight to your body.
Post by: Jingles on December 29, 2012, 09:38:32 PM
Post by: mountainman on December 30, 2012, 08:14:58 AM
:tup:I am picking up a XDs tomorrow morning! Any advice on a conceal holster?Crossbreed make a couple of good IWB holsters.
http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/AppendixCarry/tabid/127/List/0/ProductID/39/CategoryID/1/Level/1/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName,ProductName (http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/AppendixCarry/tabid/127/List/0/ProductID/39/CategoryID/1/Level/1/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName,ProductName)
http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/SuperTuckDeluxe/tabid/90/List/0/ProductID/1/CategoryID/1/Level/1/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName,ProductName (http://www.crossbreedholsters.com/SuperTuckDeluxe/tabid/90/List/0/ProductID/1/CategoryID/1/Level/1/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName,ProductName)
Post by: Maverick on December 30, 2012, 10:50:04 AM
Post by: hillbilli on December 30, 2012, 11:38:38 AM