Can't believe I'm saying this...

Overkill338 · February 12 2020 06:19:22 AM MST

But I'm considering the 5.25 XD-M 10mm. I haven't had an XD since they first transferred over from the HS2000. I'm normally a diehard Glock guy, but my only option for a 5" barrel there, is a G41 and a conversion barrel, or a G20 with an extended barrel. I want a 5" because that's what the 10mm was designed around. The Ruger 1911 10mm, the Delta Elite, the Dan Wessons, the prices just get crazy stupid, and you still only have 9 rounds.

So that leaves me with the XD-M or the Glock 40. Those of you with the XD, how do you like it? Anything I should know?

blaster · February 12 2020 07:17:16 AM MST

I've had my 4.5" bbl XDM for a little over a year now. its a great shooter and I like it. I was going to get the 5" bbl model but didn't like the sights and found out there were no after market options available. (may be different now) the only problem I have had with it is occasional light primer strikes. I am probably the cause of that though, not being that familiar with striker fired pistols, I got lube in the striker channel. ${$default_embarrassed_smiley}$ I cleaned it out but still had a few FTF last range session. I have since cleaned it better. next range session will tell.
I almost bought a Glock but don't like the way they feel in my hand. the XDM feels a lot better. I just wish they would make a 5" aftermarket barrel that I could install in it.

tommac919 · February 12 2020 07:21:07 AM MST

Understand wants, but do you really think there's that much diff between a 4.6 and 5" barrel at the receiving end...
esp tho designed with a 5" barrel, there's enough loads to compensate

4949shooter · February 12 2020 11:03:51 AM MST

Glock 40. In my opinion is the best 10mm out there when you look at all factors including barrel length / ballistics, weight, shootability, and most importantly capacity.

the Sig 220 in 10mm might be a better shooter, but weight and capacity are huge considerations.

Just my humble .02.

Ramjet · February 12 2020 01:27:32 PM MST

Absolutely love my 5.25 XDM.

Overkill338 · February 12 2020 02:18:17 PM MST

Quote from: 4949shooter on February 12 2020 11:03:51 AM MST
Glock 40. In my opinion is the best 10mm out there when you look at all factors including barrel length / ballistics, weight, shootability, and most importantly capacity.

the Sig 220 in 10mm might be a better shooter, but weight and capacity are huge considerations.

Just my humble .02.

Yeah, any of the 1911 style pistols, capacity is pitiful. If I don't get the 5.25, I'll just get a G20.

I see Springfield offers the 4.5 model with a 5.3" threaded barrel.

Overkill338 · February 12 2020 02:32:33 PM MST

Here is the OSP Threaded 10mm

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Graybeard · February 12 2020 04:00:09 PM MST

I have the 4.5" XDm 10. The recoil and muzzle flip are much greater than any of my 10mm 1911s. Particularly with Underwood level reloads. The grip angle and grip in general is more comfortable than the G20. The grip is unfortunately too smooth in the wrong places compared to the G20. $20 to Talon Grips solves that problem.

The recoil issue seems to be waaaay to much slide speed. I upped the recoil spring to 22# and it made a marginal difference. A stronger spring may make more difference, unfortunately there is none available at this time. It roughs up brass less with the 22# spring, as well.

Mine also arrived with a little over 7lb trigger pull. Not ideal to take advantage of a supposedly match barrel. It's much better with the Powder River Ultimate Match Trigger I installed, and plenty accurate. Apparently, Powder River triggers are factory installed on some XDm guns, just not mine.

Looking at the internal mechanics, I think Springfield missed the boat on trigger/grip safety design as well. Pulling the trigger lifts the sear blocker out of the way, and adds weight to the trigger pull. A Schwarz type safety, like some 1911s, would have been a perfect solution for a gun like this.

Just my opinion, I'm a little disappointed with mine. Good luck with you next purchase.

Overkill338 · February 12 2020 05:14:31 PM MST

Quote from: Graybeard on February 12 2020 04:00:09 PM MST
I have the 4.5" XDm 10. The recoil and muzzle flip are much greater than any of my 10mm 1911s. Particularly with Underwood level reloads. The grip angle and grip in general is more comfortable than the G20. The grip is unfortunately too smooth in the wrong places compared to the G20. $20 to Talon Grips solves that problem.

The recoil issue seems to be waaaay to much slide speed. I upped the recoil spring to 22# and it made a marginal difference. A stronger spring may make more difference, unfortunately there is none available at this time. It roughs up brass less with the 22# spring, as well.

Mine also arrived with a little over 7lb trigger pull. Not ideal to take advantage of a supposedly match barrel. It's much better with the Powder River Ultimate Match Trigger I installed, and plenty accurate. Apparently, Powder River triggers are factory installed on some XDm guns, just not mine.

Looking at the internal mechanics, I think Springfield missed the boat on trigger/grip safety design as well. Pulling the trigger lifts the sear blocker out of the way, and adds weight to the trigger pull. A Schwarz type safety, like some 1911s, would have been a perfect solution for a gun like this.

Just my opinion, I'm a little disappointed with mine. Good luck with you next purchase.

Thank you for the very honest and thorough review!

mt10mm · February 12 2020 07:26:59 PM MST

I bought a RIA 1911 the hi-cap model and really like it. Fully supported ramped bull barrel and 15+1.

The only down side is the weight..

.. I also have a G20 and XDM 4.5... I like em all. ${$default_smiley_smiley}$

Overkill338 · February 12 2020 10:18:10 PM MST

Quote from: mt10mm on February 12 2020 07:26:59 PM MST
I bought a RIA 1911 the hi-cap model and really like it. Fully supported ramped bull barrel and 15+1.

The only down side is the weight..

.. I also have a G20 and XDM 4.5... I like em all. ${$default_smiley_smiley}$

What ?! HIGH CAPACITY? Why have I not seen it, gees

PCFlorida · February 15 2020 07:02:10 AM MST

I've been considering getting a long slide (5") Grand Power P40 to match my 4" GP. Love the gun, shoots great.

Harleycolt · February 16 2020 08:43:02 PM MST

Quote from: Overkill338 on February 12 2020 10:18:10 PM MST
Quote from: mt10mm on February 12 2020 07:26:59 PM MST
I bought a RIA 1911 the hi-cap model and really like it. Fully supported ramped bull barrel and 15+1.

The only down side is the weight..

.. I also have a G20 and XDM 4.5... I like em all. ${$default_smiley_smiley}$
What ?! HIGH CAPACITY? Why have I not seen it, gees

There's plenty of them around I got a Big Rock and never looked back 6" barrel with a rail and 16+1! Now looking for it's baby brother which has a 5" barrel and 16+1 as well!

Mike D · February 17 2020 12:30:17 PM MST

Why not get a G20 and a 5" aftermarket barrel?

I'd do that before buying ANY Springfield XD pistol.

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HNDLDR · February 25 2020 03:44:01 PM MST

I have the 4.5 Springfield. I love it but I've been a XD and XDM fan from the start.
I don't like Glocks grip angle and I don't want to buy a new handgun that I have to buy an aftermarket barrel for to shoot cast.
It is under spring as mentioned before but the Wolff kit was cheap enough.
The trigger pull on mine is typical XDM. I don't have a pull gauge But I wish it was better and someday I may get the powder river trigger kit.