What do you guys think of the Springfield XD .40?

[triggerjerk]

Anyone have any experience with this pistol? How does it compare to say a G23?
TIA

[boldaddy]

I'm far from an expert, but I shot both the XD in 9mm and the 23 last weekend.

Planning on buying a new gun, I went to the range to determine if I wanted the XD or the Glock. I was excited by the XD's ability (in 9mm) to use beretta mags, and apparently the XD .40 mags will hold 15 9mm rounds and work in the XD 9mm. Being a good bit cheaper too, I went to the range hoping that I'd like the XD the best.

Well after a box of ammo in each I thought they were both good guns. The accurace seemed about the same. However, the Glock simply fit my had a better feel to me. Plus, I liked the recoil of the .40 a little bit more. I ended up buying the 23 after I turned in the rental gun.

Hope this helps,

Glen

[Gary G23]

http://www.hs2000talk.com

[triggerjerk]

Thanks for the responses guys.
I'm just trying to find compare the xd to the 23. The xd is about 70 bucks cheaper and I'm wondering if it'd be worth it to pick it over a glock....I'm thinking the 23 is the way to go unless the xd is quite a sleeper...

i have found the XD40 to be superior to the glock in every respect... fit , function , trigger , overall feel ,accurate , cost ,etc...

[NYGunman]

I bought one a few months ago and it is an extremely well built and reliable gun. It fits my hand perfect. I am not knocking glock products but I think the Springfield XD might be a slighly better gun. It was introduced in 1999 as an HS2000 (9mm) and 2 years later Springfield Armory bought all import rights of the gun. Springfield did raise the price on the new guns but they also got an upgraded finish that is much more dureable than the previous generations.

The main thing is to try both products and see which one you like best. Obviously the Glock will win the popularity contest.

Oh, new products such as longer, different caliber barrels and holster are in the process of becoming readily availible. One last thing is you can shoot lead from the XD 40 and not worry about cleaning after every few shots to prevent a kaboom.

[Duck of Death]

They both are accurate and reliable. I like the feel of the Glock better and after working on the Glock trigger it is much better. But think about this, there a tons of holsters, mag pouches, and after market goodies for the Glock. Some day there may be for the XD but not now. I don't know how easy the XD trigger is to work on but I do know the Glock is a snap to get the trigger pull under 3 lbs. The great part is you can do it yourself and not send the gun off to be worked on. FWIW

[triggerjerk]

thanks for all the input guys.
I guess i just gotta find one in my area and shoot it for myself. i do agree with duck of death about the accessories availability etc., etc...

[JMag]

...not much! Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, however.

What's with that grip safety, anyhow?;P

[NYGunman]

The grip safety was originally proven effective on Colt 1911's. The SA-XD brings together several great features of other guns. If your saying that makes it inferior to other weapons you are mistaken. Many companies (not just gun manufacturers) borrow existing technologies and improve it. A good example you may be familiar with is the automobile. Henry Ford was the first automobile maker to use a production line for making the Model T's. Chevrolete, Dodge, Honda all followed suite. Does this make them inferior?
Try an XD with an open mind and you will find it is an excellent gun. Springfield Armory does not pump out garbage like Jennings, Hi-Point, etc.

[gaber222]

I own an XD-40 Tactical with the 5-inch bbl. Love this gun!! XD is probably the best polymer shooter out there right now. Springfield will also be offering the XD in .45 caliber soon, and also compact models in various calibers. If you would like to hear from more XD owners go to : www.HS2000talk.com ----Hope that helps!!

[Egyas]

Originally posted by HD
i have found the XD40 to be superior to the glock in every respect... fit , function , trigger , overall feel ,accurate , cost ,etc...

he problem is that the trigger isn't consistant. Springfield's own website lists the triggerpull as 5.5lbs to 7.7 lbs. A call to the Springfield Co. got me this info. Each XD will have a consistant trigger pull, but 2 guns from the same lot can vary as much as 2.2 lbs from each other. So If you and I both bought an XD (sequential serial numbers) mine could be a 5.5 , and yours could be a 6.9 lbs trigger pull or worse. This screams lack of quality control to me.

PS, don;t take my work for it. Call Springfields 1-800 number and ask for yourself.

[gaber222]

Egyas--
It sounds to me like you've never fired an XD. Every person I've spoken to about the trigger-pull of the Glock claim it is far too spongy. The XD pull is crisp. Make no mistake about it --- the trigger is one of the main reasons Glockers are switching to XDs. Go test one--you'll see.

[Road Weazel]

I fired a HS2000 in 9mm last week. The trigger felt lighter than my G35. It is a long pull but I swear it was lighter. The gun was gone over by Springfield after my buddy broke the ejector (his fault totally, not the gun's). Nice gun, but I'm not giving up my Glocks.

Boldaddy, don't get caught with 15 rounds of 9 stuffed in a 10 round .40 mag! Certain people (feds) frown upon such things.

Later...
Colin ;j

[IndyGunFreak]

An XD probably wouldn't be my first choice for a carry gun(That will always go to a Glock of some type), but they are nice "plinkers". I shot the 9mm about 4 weeks ago, and intend to buy one in about 4mo(If the 37 doesn't come out before then). The one I shot was reliable, easy trigger, and pretty darn accurate. I just like the feel of the Glock better(And I really want a Single Stack Glock that is not as small as the 36!)

The 23 is a great gun. I really like mine.

Be safe
IGF

[triggerjerk]

Guys,
I checked out an xd at the local sporting goods store here and found the trigger pull on the xd to be just as long as a Glock's. Yes, the breaking point was a LITTLE crisper, but not enough to warrant me selecting it on that trait alone. After all, a properly trained trigger finger should be able to deal with either weapon's pull characteristics, shouldn't it?
Now, if after shooting one, I find it to be more accurate that may sway me.
Just my .02...
Thanks for keepin' the thread alive!
The next gun tests is supposed to have a comparison test of the xd and 23, can't wait...

[NYGunman]

Actually stuffing 15 rounds into th .40 mag is legal as long as the mag can still be used in the original gun it was meant for. That means no modification on the original ammount of ammo it can hold. If you do it is considered manufacturing a new magazine. Please refer to www.hs2000talk.com for the letters from the ATF.

[Catbird]

I'm very pleased with my 9mm version. I've had absolutely no problems whatsoever.

As soon as I can locate one in .357 SIG with the 5" barrel (Tactical), I'll buy it.

To me, the XDs have a trigger "feel" that is superior to the stock Glock with the 5# connector.

(BTW, I'm not bashing Glocks; I have eight.)

[triggerjerk]

catbird-
the model I dry fired seemed to have a pull similar to the one on my g35 which of course has the 3.5# connector. I'm sure it is better than the "normal" 5# connector...

[Egyas]

Originally posted by gaber222
Egyas--
It sounds to me like you've never fired an XD. Every person I've spoken to about the trigger-pull of the Glock claim it is far too spongy. The XD pull is crisp. Make no mistake about it --- the trigger is one of the main reasons Glockers are switching to XDs. Go test one--you'll see.

You are correct, I have never fired one before. However, that does not change the truth of what I said. Even Spr. Arm. said that the trigger pull has up to a 2.2 lbs variance in pull. Weither it is "crisp" ot not, that is still a variance fron gun to gun. This worries me.

[gaber222]

Egyas-- stop worryin' about XD's trigger pull and go test one out. I just went out shooting this weekend with a couple of buddies. They also had .40 caliber pistols (Smith & Wesson Model 410, and SigPro). They both thought I was a great shot. I let them try it out, and they found out my XD Tactical w/ the 5-inch barrel was the reason. It's a very accurate pistol. ;f