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Nathan
Big Sky Guy
USA
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 Posted - 05/16/2008 : 12:18:37
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the XD-M really does come with a nice case. notice the picatinny rails on the side for storing your accessories.
included is the XD gear that comes with all XDs. its not particularly impressive, but its nice to have the XD gear to use until the aftermarket produces decent products to use.
here is my XD-M beside/under my glock 23 for size comparison purposes.
i do apologize for the crappy cell phone pictures. when i woke up this morning i had no intention of buying a gun so i didnt bring my digital camera with me. i havent yet been to the range so i dont yet know what i like about this weapon but i have found a couple things that i dont like.
- as the pictures show, this weapon was not designed for concealed carry. perhaps a compact version will be produced but this is a full size service weapon.
- the backstraps do not swap out as quickly as they do in the springfield video. in fact, it requires driving out a roll pin first. this isnt a huge deal, but the video was misleading
- the trigger is improved over the previous XD, but it still feels like there is a marshmallow underneath it and the reset point is still forward of the release break point.
- you cannot rack the slide without depressing the grip safety. not a huge deal, but i dont understand why its done this way
i also find things i like about it but will reserve my praise until after i see how she shoots at the range (trip being arranged now  ).
with XD-Ms selling for $700 in online auctions i was impresseed that scheels didnt gouge me any. i was happy with the price. ill let you know how well i like the interchangable back straps as soon as i find something do drive the roll pin out with.
a range report and better pictures will surely follow! |
 
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xd45in
Senior Member
USA
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Posted - 05/16/2008 : 12:30:56
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Nice,I'll be waiting on a range report.
Does it come in 9mm .40 and .45? or just .40 for now?
And no tax.......dang  |
When I leave my house in the morning, I take ALL of my Rights with me......GB
I will KEEP my GUNS you can KEEP the CHANGE
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Nathan
Big Sky Guy
USA
15549 Posts |
Posted - 05/16/2008 : 12:32:18
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| we have no sales tax in montana. |
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xd45in
Senior Member
USA
1201 Posts |
Posted - 05/16/2008 : 12:33:46
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| Must be nice they just raised ours to 7% here |
When I leave my house in the morning, I take ALL of my Rights with me......GB
I will KEEP my GUNS you can KEEP the CHANGE
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tsmmsmith
Senior Member
USA
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Posted - 05/16/2008 : 13:26:27
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Thanks for the initial report. Can't wait to see how she does on the range. I'm a little dissapointed it's not as concealable as I hoped based on the size comparison with the Glock. Kind of takes me out of the initial buying thought until a compact comes out.
Thanks again. |
-Tom
God has already provided us with a Savior. I'm looking for a president.
I refuse to get on the road to serfdom.
Stillwater Armory - www.oklahomaconcealedcarry.com |
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tvaughan1977
Senior Member
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Posted - 05/16/2008 : 13:48:08
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| Nice looking gun Nathan, I hope she turns out a a good range report, because if she does, I am getting one. |
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JCL
Advanced Member
USA
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Posted - 05/16/2008 : 13:59:39
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Originally posted by xd45in
Must be nice they just raised ours to 7% here
8.25% here in Texas |
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GunNut
Average Member
USA
793 Posts |
Posted - 05/16/2008 : 14:54:11
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Nathan with an XD?!  His Glocks must be writhing! And where you gonna find room for another plastic case?
Actually, I was looking at these fondly due to the factory claims of better ergonomics and better trigger (read: deciding on a caliber to buy cause they look like an XD with the added benefits of an M&P), but they look much clumsier than the standard xd, and if the trigger's not better, and the grip safety interferes with the slide, etc., I'm thinking "why go there". I love my standard xd's, and their trigger is like Scotch or Jack Daniels- it's an acquired skill that gets better with time. Seriously, even the rear sight height bothers me on the M...
Eagerly awaiting your range report, |
"Thus the metric system did not really catch on in the United States, unless you count the increasing popularity of the 9 millimetre bullet."
Jon,
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CodeJockey
Senior Member
USA
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Posted - 05/16/2008 : 15:14:35
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Nathan, if you don't like, it I'll buy it from you too!  |
Always watch your six!
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gixxerboy
Senior Member
USA
1258 Posts |
Posted - 05/16/2008 : 18:27:36
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| nathan didn't you just get the 23? Man I wish I could get you business LOL |
"COME AND TAKE THEM"
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Nathan
Big Sky Guy
USA
15549 Posts |
Posted - 05/16/2008 : 19:02:29
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| ....i work hard so i can play hard. |
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gixxerboy
Senior Member
USA
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Posted - 05/16/2008 : 20:43:36
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| man that sucks I work hard and work hard. Congrats on the new family member. |
"COME AND TAKE THEM"
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GreenDrake
Average Member
USA
575 Posts |
Posted - 05/16/2008 : 22:24:44
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| You waste no time, Nathan, no time at all and you had that thing in your hands. Kudos, I am jealous. It was funny, off topic but funny, I was talking with a builder today and we got around to shooting talk, I showed him my XDSC .40 and he walked me out to his car to show me his Mall Ninja AR, his collectors lefty trap shotgun and his old hammerless Smith with Black Talons in it and grinned "dont you just love Idaho?" I do indeed. |
I hope that I can be half the man my dog thought I was. |
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GreenDrake
Average Member
USA
575 Posts |
Posted - 05/16/2008 : 22:56:25
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| Keep an eye on the slide finish Nathan, I have heard a couple of them came scratched up, even if it is Melonite. |
I hope that I can be half the man my dog thought I was. |
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Nathan
Big Sky Guy
USA
15549 Posts |
Posted - 05/16/2008 : 23:44:18
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Originally posted by GreenDrake
I have heard a couple of them came scratched up, even if it is Melonite.
mine also came with blemishes on the finish. overall its a great weapon....but id be pissed if i paid what theyre going for in some of the online auctions ive seen. my full review is coming, but it probably wont be ready before tomorrow night. id also like to make one more range trip before hand. |
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jwilli44
Junior Member
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Posted - 05/17/2008 : 02:08:43
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very nice Nathan.. You don't waste much time do ya? =P
Have fun at the range and let us know how it goes. |
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Nathan
Big Sky Guy
USA
15549 Posts |
Posted - 05/18/2008 : 13:15:22
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Originally posted by PeterKaraganis
Nathan, if you don't like, it I'll buy it from you too!
CLICK HERE. |
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YeeeahSteve
Average Member
USA
951 Posts |
Posted - 05/18/2008 : 22:01:34
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| Is the XD-M also made in Croatia? |
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Nathan
Big Sky Guy
USA
15549 Posts |
Posted - 05/18/2008 : 22:45:28
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| yes, croatia. |
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my new XD - M - first impressions
