Sort of surprised that almost everyone is laying this at Springfield's feet rather than Hornady. WebBroken XDM Elite 10mm 3.8" UPDATE: They said it's good to go. Pressing the magazine release in either direction will release the magazine. No matter how I tried to position myself, no matter how much dry fire practice I did, I just couldnt ever make the gun produce better than the groups you see above at the ten yard line. Not my video. After the first 2 magazines I noticed this little wire protruding from the loaded chamber indicator. WebBroken XDM Elite 10mm 3.8" UPDATE: They said it's good to go. I'd handled one in an LGS next to the Glock 20, RIA 1911, and EAA Witness. Along with the rest of this sleek design, the Lightning Cut on the slide goes a long way to trimming down the fat. The XD-M Elite 10mm I tested came packaged with Springfields Hex Dragonfly optic. Last go round I had with them was back in the early 2000's with my SOCOM. I field stripped and checked everythings out. Started by Graybeard. I'd handled one in an LGS next to the Glock 20, RIA 1911, and EAA Witness. Gun Made participates in the Amazon Services LLC I've never heard of this type of issue. Inside the soft pistol case is where youll find the handgun itself and a magazine. It was the softest-shooting .45 I had ever experienced. Hearty agreement on the PRP! All three guns have been great. About 30 more rounds in to my range day the pistols trigger locked up. Jul 17, 2021. The nits I have around accuracy are really pretty small. I just wanted to see if the 10mm xdm elites compacts have been having issues or if I got a complete dud. Did a full slide disassembly and found that the striker needed to be replaced (after replacing the broken striker retainer pin) and so I've got one in the mail. So, while I havent put as many rounds through it as I would if it was say, a 9mm or .22LR, Ive still managed to put 260 flawless rounds through it in the last few months. Thanks for listening! This resulted in some pretty nasty gouges in the X-Ray chassis and some minor scratches in the polymer frame and a scratch or two in the slide. The slide stop is just big enough to manipulate easily without getting in the way, while the mag release is textured enough to find quickly. There is a mag release located on both sides of the grip. Guns For Beginners: Paranoia Is Your Friend. It sounds like you were unfortunate enough to get a lemon. I got my XDM-E about 2 mos ago and have a little over 250 rounds through it, blazer 180 gr, remington UMC, underwood 200 gr hard cast and no issues yet cycling,feeding or ejecting. 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. Reason I'm asking is because accuracy was all over the place. Its well built. After a long awaited range session with my new xdm 10mm, the pistol failed in less than 60 rounds. I was obviously very surprised but kept on shooting. If it were a gun Id fallen in love with, it would have gotten an upgraded set of sights and a trigger enhancement. XDM 10mm, available in 4.5 and 5.25-inch slide lengths At long last, the perfect auto caliber gets the perfect platform. These come in handy when your can only get a less than ideal purchase on the gun. I havent shot a ton of 10mm handguns, but this one has been a blast pun intended. I've fired well over 1000 rounds with mine and had zero issues. Its frame is black polymer with three interchangeable backstraps. Second Media Inc., 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Its reliable. Theyll quickly dissolve and disappear at the first sight of any gun cleaning chemical, a problem I noted in my review of the younger brother to the 4.5. Advantage Arms .22 Conversion Kit for Springfield XDM 9/ 40. The controls are very easy to get to, and the ambi mag release is a definite plus. The XD-M 10mm www.thearmorylife.com Jan 6, 2022 #6 Copyright 2023 Center for the National Interest All Rights Reserved. Fast forward to just a few months ago, May to be exact, Springfield released the 4.5 version. I have the Glock-20, love it. I'd handled one in an LGS next to the Glock 20, RIA 1911, and EAA Witness. As far as I can tell, there are no problems with failure to feed, failure to eject, or misfire. After purchasing the pistol it didnt take long to realize that I had made the best choice. The only exception was the P232 above in that my palm extends maybe 1/4 inch below the back of the grip, if that. Ultimately, the rifle was worse for the wear. Dont blame the gun. 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. 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. Pushing a bit farther out to 25 yards, I was ringing 8 steel gongs consistently. I can't seem to locate the after pic. The slide is forged carbon steel with a Melonite finish, which is tough stuff. 22 lb Wolf spring makes the 10mm run perfect. I love a Springfield firearms. Due to the way I had the rifle slung, my pistol and my rifle spent all Back then, the starting point was the Norma load, with a 200-grain bullet at a book velocity of 1,200 fps. If Id experienced this problem with any other pistol, there wouldnt be another category, but this is the only gun Ive ever had this problem with. About that trigger. Southpaws shall rejoice that the XD(m) features a magazine release thats ambidextrous with no need to fix anything out of the box. They had it over 3 weeks without a word to me with what was wrong with it. A 4 lb trigger (roughly same as a single-action Sig P226) makes this gun an excellent and accurate shooter. Thanks for the review, I have not had a bad experience shooting my regular 5.25" XDM 10mm. JavaScript is disabled. But make no mistake, it is svelte in all the right ways too. WebFeaturing a superbly refined trigger, the XD-M Elite represents the pinnacle of performance in modern striker-fired pistols. A 40 S&W 180 hydra shok is doing a 1000 out of a 4 barrel. Did a full slide disassembly and found that the striker needed to be replaced (after replacing the broken striker retainer pin) and so I've got one in the mail. 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 have an XDm 5.25 and its been a great gun. In the aftermarket, there are plenty of companies making trigger upgrades, sights, and holsters for the XD(m). I was digging it. in the 5.25. Im not much of a pistol guy, but I can consistently hit head shots at 30 yards (90) with my 4.5 XDM .40. Accuracy is outstanding and its so comfortable in your hand. The first cylinder full was hard to eject. The XD-M Elite does come ready to shoot out of the box, but that doesnt mean you cant snag some accessories too. Barrel Length: 4.5". Take your rucks off, lads. 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. No matter the situation, this gun will not let you down. I didnt see anything wrong with the pistol and reassembled. From what I can see it looks like the trigger spring is dislodged. 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. Length: 7.6. Being 6-3 and north of 300 pounds, allows me to carry either my summer gun (Glock 17) or my winter gun (1911-A1) without them printing. SA did, however, improve on the trigger assembly when they released the XD(M) Elite; the Elite series features a new flat-faced trigger with overtravel stop theyve named the Match Enhanced Trigger Assembly (META) System. Ive had the opportunity to shoot Glocks, M&Ps, 92Fs, and XDMs, and founds the XDMs easiest to shoot. JavaScript is disabled. I called Springfield yesterday to check on the status of my pistol. With eight different brightness levels, I havent had any issue finding one that worked for me in various light settings. Gear Up Bundle Includes: A total of (6) 16-round magazines are included. Wolff told me the 4.5 spring at 22# is good. All I've seen on the XD side of things is Powder River and Springer Precision. Speaking of things that shot my confidence all to hell while using this gun, a brief note on the slide lock. When using the rear sights, it feels really good when you reset for another shot. is a looker. CZ is where its at, hands down. But this is an all around nice pistol to have with me on the highways. FEATURES. At a hair over two and a quarter pounds, thats a lot of weight to strap to your body and schlep around. It sounds to me that Springfield Arms shoehorned a magnum power cartridge into a major power frame. I was obviously very surprised but kept on shooting. The low-profile, reduced-glare rear sight and the fiber-optic front sight allow for fast and accurate target acquisition and the 5.25-inch barrel provides an increased and more accurate sight picture. The Dragonflys housing is made from 6061-T6 Hardcoat anodized aluminum and comes with anti-glare lenses and simple Loaded with features from top to bottom, the XD-S Mod.2 is a slim single stack pistol perfect for concealed carry. I didn't have much luck with my G20.4 Looks to be a similar issue, his trigger also locked up. No work was done to the pistol, outside of a recoil spring change and oil at 2,000 round intervals. XD-S Mod.2 OSP Handguns. Accessories * * * * * It is easily capable of head shots at 10 yards. The XD-M 10mm www.thearmorylife.com Jan 6, 2022 #6 1 Replies 175 Views February 03 2023 10:38:47 AM MST by Graybeard: Glock 20 questions. It will never shoot as accurate as my Sig P-220 but not many pistols will. I thought maybe the XD(m) trigger would be better but I dont think so. Length: 7.6. Color: Black. The slide is forged carbon steel with a Melonite finish, which is tough stuff. 1 Replies 175 Views February 03 2023 10:38:47 AM MST by Graybeard: Glock 20 questions. The Springfield Armory XD(M) Competition Series of handguns has been getting a lot of attention lately, and for good reason. SA also includes three exchangeable backstraps for adjustable grip comfortlike the Glock 19 Gen 4. 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. 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. Color: Black. The rotational inertia is what makes the slide stop to engage. However my factory Glock barrel (still have it) cycles fine the Underwood 200gr slug bear load. #7. Specifications: Springfield Armory XD(m) 4.5 9mm. 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. I wouldn't even worry about it. I never cleaned it during the testing, and while it was downright filthy at the end, it still continued to run. I dont use the same grip as you, so I dont have any problems with the slide lock. Have 1000+ rounds through mine, not a single issue. I was told it should ship out Monday, so we will see. our work in continuing to provide you with unbiased gun and setup Good review. Overall * * * * EGW being one of the best. Id hoped that the trigger would break in a bit, but after 500+ rounds, there wasnt any improvement. Whether you are looking for a home defense weapon or need a new competition piece, definitely try out the XD(M). No more dents in the brass, less felt recoil, case ejection distance cut from 30' to 12-15'. Maybe it wasnt SA's fault, but I am pizzed that they want to charge full price to fix it. However my factory Glock barrel (still have it) cycles fine the Underwood 200gr slug bear load. It would be different if it had more than a box of shells thru it. Its like gun Christmas. This new XD (m) is an eye opener. Here are a couple of each Id recommend for this gun. XDM 10mm, available in 4.5 and 5.25-inch slide lengths At long last, the perfect auto caliber gets the perfect platform. The new M2.0 line boasts a 15+1 capacity, optics-ready slide, and a flat face trigger. I didnt see anything wrong with the pistol and reassembled. I've been hoping for years to see an M&P 10mm hit the market, so I will definitely be grabbing one of those. Especially if you like 1911. The XD(M) Competition Series comes with three ten-round mags (.45 ACP) or three nineteen-round mags (9mm), depending on which variation you prefer. The accuracy was so disheartening that I truly thought there might be something with me. I contacted Springer about this 10mm extractor and received a reply saying they don't make one. Started by Kenk. Then, just for shits and giggles, I tried putting a Pearce grip extension on my full sized XD and shifting my support hand down to rest on it. No work was done to the pistol, outside of a recoil spring change and oil at 2,000 round intervals. The serrated slide is easy to grasp and the contoured frame allows for a comfortable, secure hold. The XDm in 10mm weighs in at 31.2 oz unloaded and has a 4.5-inch Bbl. Ultimately, as much as I love them (and M&P), Im now INTIMATE with my CZ P09 (and P07 Gen2). I was having problems with mounts fitting on their rail and the stock not holding up. The polymer parts help to keep the weight down, but are still durable. Thanks for the review, I have not had a bad experience shooting my regular 5.25" XDM 10mm. So I pulled out my RDS equipped M&P 9 and started chewing up the center dot. I bought a new 29 10 5/8". I would think that a 9mm in this size would be even more pleasant. Here is the before pic. From the outset, Id called this a big heavy gun, but I like to back my assertions with some cold hard science. Im pretty much staying with Glocks, Smith, and Sig pistols simply for magazine compatibility reasons. Either is a great choice in 10mm. Here's why this new firearm is one of the best on the market. I find it helps with my reloads, so Ive decided to keep it on. The reliability thing is a mixed bag. After about 50 rounds of hornady critical defense (factory ammo) I had an odd round that made my whole hand sting. 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. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. This series of guns features a grip safety, and internal firing pin safety, a trigger safety, and a loaded chamber indicator on the top of the gun. With an overall length of 8.3 inches and a weight of thirty-two ounces, the XD(M) is a surprisingly light and comfortable pistol. I have the XDM, not the elite and have no issues with mine. "The more I learn about people, the more I like my dog." The XDS is wonderfully accurate and the length and weight increase from the 3.3 to the 4 length makes it a pleasure to shoot. However, I can't stand a grip safety. For a stock trigger, Ive enjoyed it so far. 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. 1 14.520145700. Caliber: 10mm. Given that, the mediocre trigger knocks a star off of what would be an otherwise perfect review. Gotta be there brass, I have a 29. Your email address will not be published. Throw in the right ammo (designed to penetrate car door steel and windshields at an angle) and I have my favorite truck pistol. Come join the discussion about collections, gear, DIY projects, hobbies, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! The XDms really fit my hands well, probably the best out of any guns Ive ever experienced. 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. Due to the way I had the rifle slung, my pistol and my rifle spent all *. It could use a set of suppressor-height sights Thanks for the review, I have not had a bad experience shooting my regular 5.25" XDM 10mm. Not sure what the difference is between that and the 45/10 as they look the same. The gun actually has three safety features: a loaded chamber indicator on the top of the gun, a striker status indicator at the rear of the slide, and a grip safety. 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