New Springfield XDM .40
Bold new breed for the 21st century, a 17-shot polymer powerhouse!
One evening not long ago, I received a call from one of the nicest guys in the firearm industry, Lane Pearce of Pearce Grips. He was designing some of his famous grip extensions for the newest, as yet unannounced Springfield Armory pistol, an imported polymer duty weapon. Lane let me take a look at the gun and I became one of the first to be impressed by the new Springfield eXtreme Duty pistol, the XD! History shows what an astute move acquiring the XD line was for Springfield Armory.
The XD line from Springfield has garnered quite a few fans in the past few years, and why not? It is loaded with all the features today’s discriminating handgunners want. From two effective visual and tactile ways to check the pistol’s condition to the Ultra Safety Assurance (USA) Trigger System, an equipment rail, and the trim ergonomically designed grip system, the XD is a true modern workhorse. Of course, nothing in life is perfect, time always reveals there are tweaks, no matter how few or small, for a potentially improved product.
October 20th, 2009 at 6:28 pm
looked at many semiauto’s nothing fits or feels better than the xdm 40, the problem is when will it new york compliant. how hard is it to make a 10rd
October 19th, 2009 at 4:35 pm
thanks Cadien for putting that obama crap to rest. this hand gun the xdm 40 is the best 40 cal on the market period. I have the bi-tone. love it.
September 10th, 2009 at 9:25 pm
If “Mutt failed to mention in the comment about the Supreme Court Ruling barely passing at 5-4, That this was not a State, but the District of Columbia. DC has had a ban on personal posession of handguns since I think 75. The last case was DC vs Heller. They ruled that even in DC, people had the right to own handguns and overturned the rule that long guns needed to be kept unloaded and locked. If anything this is a case of the court being more lenient on handguns than ever and affirming our right to bear arms. HOW IS THIS A BAD THING MUTT? The court was NOT ruling on wether or not the Citizens of the States have the right to bear arms. Furthermore, they more clearly defined that a citizen need not be a member of a “Militia” to carry a handgun.
As to the “Ammunition accountability act” This in no way is a play to “Take away our ammo”. Only a way to help our Officers do their job better and more efficiently. If you are using your weapon in a manner pursuent to self defense then you have only to gain from this act. The 1/2 cent increase is not the cause of the spike in ammo prices. It is the paranoia of everyone buying up all the ammo on the shelves. Supply and demand folks. Demand goes up, so do the prices. We did it to ourselves. Just ask the munitions companies, they have no problems making, transporting and selling ammo. They just can’t keep up with demand. This is from thier mouths.
Obama can’t and will not “Take away your right to defend yourself with a handgun” period. HE hasn’t even tried or alluded to this.
Quit all your paranoid whining and go spend the same time on the range.
August 31st, 2009 at 2:04 pm
Hmm…I don’t think the gov’t will try to outlaw or take away our guns, they’ll just make getting ammo next to impossible and expensive as heck. That’ll limit the number of (usable) guns all by itself.
Kevin
August 28th, 2009 at 2:47 pm
Teach both Concealed and Security Firearms License Courses, use the XDM with both the standard .40 cal barrel and a drop-in Storm Lake 9mm. Both barrels fire to POA and I am pleased to say that the XDM is the only ‘40′ in my inventory now. I still use my EMP for my personal daily carry and my full size 1911s for any serious contact expected situations. But I do love that XDM.
July 3rd, 2009 at 8:25 pm
i am in the process of buying my first handgun and this is the one. I am excited and can’t wait for it to get to me.
June 26th, 2009 at 4:57 pm
No wonder california owes so much money to everybody, they spend it on so much bllsht .
we all have the right to bare arms .
that includes california .
and they r trying to make there own law saying you cant basicaly.
good luck california on spending more money on legal fees trying 2 fight the 2nd amendment.
Idiots
May 5th, 2009 at 11:05 pm
Jane Blaize???? i hope you still have that much faith in this goof ball YOU call president. look up the “Ammunition Accountability Act” and HR 45.
-If there is lead in there air, there is still hope-
May 4th, 2009 at 7:17 pm
I JUST GOT MINE BI TONE SS ON BLACK 40 CAL. ITS THE BEST THING SINCE SLICED BREAD .AND NO ITS NOT ANOTHER GLOCK OR A M.P. THEY ARE NOT EVEN IN THE SAME BALL PARK AS THE SPRINGFIELD XDM KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK GUYS””. THEY’LL BE PLAYING CATCH UP FOR A LONG TIME COMING, THE SHOOTER***
April 25th, 2009 at 10:09 pm
Best 40 cal.on the market
April 18th, 2009 at 9:31 pm
After hours of doing research for the best .40 cal pistol I could find all paths lead to the Springfield XDM. I picked my first one up today at a local gun show. I highly recommend this gun.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:14 pm
Can you believe it? 3 awesome guns all in one! What do I mean? I just ordered my second conversion Match grade barrel for the XDM, and now have a .40SW, .357sig, and 9mm all in one custom fit handgun! You have to order the .40SW as your original XDm caliber - and downfit the other two barrels (only way it can be done). You
save big time by not having to buy more than one
handgun, and you tune to one comfortable fit !!
Sorry - - the California deprived XDm sig-man !!
April 8th, 2009 at 11:57 pm
“I’d also like to see the article that actually quotes that this is something that he said and one that he wanted to make a prerequisite to getting a gun. Not to say that this can be done as so many paranoid people think (it’s a wonder anyone passed the 12th grade seeing as though they haven’t recognize that NO ONE can take away our 2nd Amendment rights) but it’s interesting that this causes enough paranoia that people start making things up.”
You might take a look ay the last Supreme Court decision that just barely upheld that with a 5 to 4 vote…
April 6th, 2009 at 5:39 pm
Chad? The President CANNOT outlaw guns. Our Bill of Rights cannot and will not allow it and cannot be tossed out. Even if he wanted to (which he never said that he did) OPres. Obama doesn’t have enough power to outlaw anything. Even if he tried, the people of this country would not put up with that BS!
This idea that he’s “taking guns away” is paranoia that has been spun by a bunch of sore losers that are just mad that they didn’t win the White House and didn’t have a chance to drive us further into the ground economically while THEIR pockets filled to the brim. They feel that if they can keep everyone in fear of not being able to protect themselves, they’ll turn against the current administration and sink us further into the ground.
Luckily it’s not working.
So I say all of this to say “Enjoy your XDM dude!!!” It’s a smooth shot with very little recoil, the trigger timing is AWESOME and if you get the 9mm then you get 2 clips that hold 19 rounds! You canNOT beat it! You do not have to rush and forfeit groceries or whatever for fear that we’ll all be running around with slingshots instead of guns. We’re going to be ok…..Seriously.~ JB
April 6th, 2009 at 5:31 pm
John - interestingly enough, not EVERY shooting is done in “the ghetto” as you so ignorantly announced. In fact, there’s more people outside of the ghetto and in your trailer parks that are killing each other off too….
I’d also like to see the article that actually quotes that this is something that he said and one that he wanted to make a prerequisite to getting a gun. Not to say that this can be done as so many paranoid people think (it’s a wonder anyone passed the 12th grade seeing as though they haven’t recognize that NO ONE can take away our 2nd Amendment rights) but it’s interesting that this causes enough paranoia that people start making things up. But anyway, I’m definitely interested in finding out your source for this foolishness.
Please note: The article cannot come from one of those loony racist rags. I’m talking a legitimate source.
Thank you.
JB
March 28th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
Cowboy
Just bought the XDM .40 but I didnt hear anything about free mags or holders from Springfield was that a local promo
March 22nd, 2009 at 5:09 pm
Anyone heard what Cal is next for the XDm? 10mm is seeing a comeback. Would be a big win for SA
March 16th, 2009 at 2:12 pm
I am attending a police academy. They require that we use basketweave duty gear with silver snaps. Ok I found a holster for my xdm-40 but I cannot locate a double mag pouch. Everything I find is for the xd not the xdm. Anybody have any info on this? Oh yeagh and here is my Obama complaint, if you dont take hunter safety course than maybe you shouldnt be able to buy guns. How many peeople do you know that robb 7-11 or other markets in the ghetto that would even know what hunters safety is? Just food for thought.
March 14th, 2009 at 11:19 pm
to cowboy 60. did you get the light or laser you’re looking for your xdm 40? i’m looking at the sig sauer light/laser, glock tactical light/laser, and surefire.
March 6th, 2009 at 8:02 pm
I bought my XDm .40 in January and have been to the range twice with it. Put 100 rounds through it each time and not one problem! This is one sweet sidearm. I’m hoping to find a light or laser for it this weekend. This gun is a joy and I’m glad I picked it over some of the others I was considering (Glock 22, Browning Hi Power) because dollar for dollar this was one great deal at $600 + tax. I’m still waiting on the two free magazines and mag holder from Springfield to add to the two mags, belt clip, holster, and case that came with the weapon. You won’t go wrong with this gun - no buyers remorse and your shooting enthusiast friends will want to take a turn at the range!
February 27th, 2009 at 11:02 pm
I just bought mine and love it. Everybody should buy one before Obama outlaws them.
Glenford, Ohio
February 23rd, 2009 at 11:10 am
Just got m, its like shooting a 9mm. Barely any recoil making it easier to fire off multiple rounds and stay on target. Breaks down so nice and smooth. Definetly way better than any GLOCKy!!!! California peeps, must sux to be you. This fun is a must. gun 2 days ago. Bought the bi yone S.S and black. Shoots so smooth
February 4th, 2009 at 9:05 pm
Just got mine few days ago. I feel bad for the people that lives in California. I don’t think it will never be added to the approved list for California as long as the stupid governor Arnold and his gun laws still there. Your friend from the state of Maryland and proud of it!
January 18th, 2009 at 5:31 pm
I got the guys at the store to come in early on the 20th so I can buy one during the inauguration. That way, I’ll always ‘remember where I was’ and ‘what I was doing’.
I really hope they come out with a 357 barrel for it, and soon.
January 9th, 2009 at 12:45 pm
just got mine a couple of days ago the fit in my hand is very comfortable and a good balance.rubber grips would be nice..very accurate pistol
December 28th, 2008 at 1:17 am
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November 28th, 2008 at 9:27 am
Match grade barrel. Improved sights and trigger. Palm swell sizing inserts. Higher mag capacity. Improved grip ‘grippiness’.
Nice. Just got one today at Cabella’s in Omaha!
No, can’t conceal it (easily) but I bought it before Obama and his minions in the senate say we can’t “no mow”.
November 19th, 2008 at 4:15 pm
that is the stupidest damn thing i have ever heard.
Let’s give this entire state back to mexico and appologize for how badly we screwed it up.
Who’s with me on this?
November 18th, 2008 at 12:15 pm
This weapon will not be added to the CA list. Springfield issues each model of firearm a unique serial number rather than utilizing the same base number and change the suffix for differnt calibers, colors etc. ie XXXXXX.40MB or .OD9 or whatever. Becasue of this each new weapon must pass the drop test in CA. The original XDs are in and will be as long as Springfield continues to pay there dues to the state. The new XD-M however is and will not be on the list due to the lack of the now CA required 2″ round indicator. I have only seen one weapon that has this stupid thing. Anyway, if you have a buddy in law enforcement it is possible for them to order this weapon in CA and then do a private party transfer. that is the only way that we californians can get our happy hands on this one.
November 7th, 2008 at 11:26 am
because if a .357 came out i mite just have to move out of california i don’t think i could take it anymore.
November 7th, 2008 at 11:23 am
Gun Mane i can get all those guns to. only difference it wouldn’t be legal. but i can get them. i wish that xdm would caome to cali legally cuz damn it’s a sexy gun. are they comin out with it in .357?
November 5th, 2008 at 10:20 am
California, ha what a joke, I feel sorry for you guys that live there, to many damn gun laws. Its nonsense and a waist of taxpayer money, I can go buy a .50 BMG or a full auto browning .50 machine gun, i can even get a uzi or mac-10 .45 with a silencer if i wanted to. Sucks to be you all, and um dont count on the XD/XDM being in cali, to much politics. Your friend, State of Virginia
October 24th, 2008 at 8:49 pm
i kinda like the old .40 cal xd pistol better.
August 29th, 2008 at 10:20 pm
i agree with bullet boy i wanna know if it will ever be on the cali list!
August 1st, 2008 at 3:04 pm
This model is not on the approved list for California. Does anybody know when it will be added or if it will be added at all?
July 14th, 2008 at 1:58 pm
The new grip style was a selling point for me. Mine came with three grip choices. The grip that came installed on my XDM, the medium sized, is the perfect fit for me. I would like to see some of the other grips that are sure to come out. I hope they come out with a rubber smooth type as I think it will be an even better for me. I like the soft rubber type that come on many Houge grips.
I did a review of the XDM on my blog. I am happy with the out-of-box performance. Next upgrade is the guide rod to increase the front weight and lessen recoil.
July 1st, 2008 at 1:07 pm
Very futuristic, can’t wait to see in .45 acp
July 1st, 2008 at 10:23 am
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