If you live with magazine restrictions, the xd service model. I wasnt too big a fan of the manual safety on something that would more than likely to be attempting to use under stress. The hard hitting compact is easy to conceal, accurate and easy to handle. Theres no additional manual safety to drop as you present the gun.
There are actually two models that come with a manual safety. There is also a grip safety that must be compressed to allow the trigger to function or the slide to open. This model adds an ambidextrous thumb safety on the frame that closely mirrors the function of thumb safeties on the 1911 handguns. Mar 25, 2020 the good news is the controls are insanely logical. Using a sample xds pistol to create a mold, crossbreed will be able to. Jan 26, 2015 the 5 calibers to claim the most powerful handgun in the world title reupload duration. Do all appendix carry holster for springfield armory xds 9 pistols. Fast forward to the springfield xds, which like the rest of the xd line, sports a grip safety.
Just put 100 rounds from an old box of ammo plus a box of hornaday. Single stack turns springfield armorys single stack xds platform into a midsized pistol. Each pistol is made with builtin safety features to help prevent accidental misfires. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. We score them by stopping power, weight, ease of use and price.
Operation and safety manual important safety information inside read this manual before handling this firearm. Mine came with the crimson trace laser, and ive put talon grips on it which i would highly recommend for this gun. I am demonstrating on an xdm 45 acp but the same mechanism applies to all of the xd series. Who was crazy enough to make a fiveshot single stack microcompact in. In a world rapidly becoming overrun by the tiny, singlestack, strikerfired carry gun in 9 mm, the springfield armory xde in.
Since cocked and locked even though there is no manual safety lever to lock is the only way to carry the xds with a chambered round, springfield utilizes dual safeties, which employ a glocklike pivoting trigger toggle known as the usa or ultra safety assurance trigger system, combined with a 1911type framemounted grip safety. Evolving for over a century, the springfield xds 3. Ive shot about rounds through mine and never had any trouble. The thumb safety was placed far back on the frame to make it relatively easy to manipulate. Since cocked and locked even though there is no manual safety. The springfield xd pistols have been described by some as a modern day 1911, and in fact the springfield xd does draw much of its inspiration from the 1911.
Springfield armory pistol parts for sale in stock ebay. Feb 07, 2008 springfield armory introduced a new version of the popular. The 5 calibers to claim the most powerful handgun in the world title reupload duration. The good news is the controls are insanely logical. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. That may be one or two more safeties than some would like, but it is an effective combination for concealed carry. I have edcd all of these pistols at one time or another except the ithaca, which is an heirloom. World champion shooter rob leatham points out the safety features on the new xds mod. My search for the perfect conceal carry weapon has been a long line of horrific and tragic events. The highly anticipated springfield xds in 45acp has been out for roughly a year now. This manual is designed to fit in your shirt or jacket pocket. Compact holster with ulticlip for springfield armory xds pistols. Being the 45 it does have some kick to it, but its not unmanageable. Deaf and hoh friendly version how to eject the mag, check for ammo in the chamber for deaf and hard of hearing folks.
Aug 07, 2012 the xds delivers on springfield armorys promises. This video will cover a few operation and safety tips for handling your xd. Trick out or upgrade your firearm with the largest gun parts selection at. Forums xd talk general springfield xdxdm talk forums. I picked up an xds before they had the recall, loved it then.
Springfield xd9663hc xd 45 acp twotone wthumb safety 4. Im not going pro or con on that, as thats a very individual thing. If youre still on the fence about this purchase, read on to see what we have to say about it. In fact, that was one of the reasons that my first pistol was a beretta 92fs. This manual was designed to fit in your shirt or jacket pocket. In 2012 springfield armory rewrote the book on largecaliber, concealedcarry handguns with its introduction of the xds 3. Nov 08, 2012 the springfield xds is literally a gun that took a century to evolve. Do not allow others to handle or fire your pistol until they have read.
We were one of the first to get our hands on the new xds mod. Springfield armory xd pistols operation and safety manual important safety information inside read this manual before handling this firearm. Springfield armory introduced a new version of the popular. Suppressor sight for springfield armory xd, xdm, and xds pistols. Items shipped from our own warehouse can be shipped much sooner than items shipped direct to you from one of our fulfillment suppliers. The sig p226 was originally developed from sig sauers p210 pistol as a replacement for the longserving. In 2001, springfield armory redefined the industry standard for superior ergonomic comfort, ease of operation, features and performance in one fell swoop with the xd. Carrying a round in the chamber is, in my opinion, a prerequisite for using a semiauto for concealed carry and with a holster that protects the trigger, id feel perfectly safe carrying this gun with a round chambered. The external features include a manual safety, slide stop, and a. Striker fired, with no manual safety, the xds relies on a blade in the trigger and a grip safety to prevent accidental discharge.
I have talked with numerous 1911 shooters who were never impressed by the glock pistols, but who are enamored with the xd line. May 20, 2014 in 2012 springfield armory rewrote the book on largecaliber, concealedcarry handguns with its introduction of the xds 3. Originally posted by maineultraclassic any chance you could post some comparison pictures, showing both of them together. The strikerfired springfield automatic has more than enough safety features to make even the newest of gun owners feel secure. Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on youtube. Being that the xds is so small though, theres practically no way to grip the pistol without engaging the grip safety. The pm45 depends upon its long, revolverlike trigger stroke to provide safety.
Aug 16, 20 fast forward to the springfield xds, which like the rest of the xd line, sports a grip safety. This gun also has a pivoting trigger safety similar to glocks trigger safety. If youre doing this for the first time, maintain pressure on the grip safety so you can take a close look at the spring and grip safety lever before it relaxes and things try to fall apart on your bench. Sep 27, 2019 it does not have an external manual safety mechanism. I dont think you can pocket carry with the extended 7 round magazine but it would be a perfect iwb carry with the extended magazine. It does not have an external manual safety mechanism. Everybody knows you wont misplace your favorite firearm, but how about that allimportant owners manual that came in the box. With a fulllength guide rod, dual captive recoil springs, and a striker status indicator that is readable by sight or feel, this xd is rugged, powerful and precise. The xds and glock both have safety levers on the face of their triggers that prevent movement unless depressed. Many 1911 shooters appreciate the grip safety that is standard on xd pistols. If you can not easily find the other sections use our search icon on the top right of the website. The former requires an extra step to make the pistol ready to fire, the latter cannot be placed fully on safe and the lattermost negates the doubleaction system unless you manually decock it. The springfield xds is literally a gun that took a century to evolve. Which springfield armory xd models come with manual safeties.
Dec 02, 20 striker fired, with no manual safety, the xds relies on a blade in the trigger and a grip safety to prevent accidental discharge. Kimber 1911, a 1943 vintage ithaca 1911a1, a sig gsr 4. If the manual safety on my shield stuck in the downward off position permanently, the only reason i would consider fixing it or getting it fixed is if it either could lead to. It has great ergos, an excellent trigger and shoots a cartridge that puts the.
May 03, 2014 the only external safety features are built into the trigger and the grip. Videos you watch may be added to the tvs watch history and influence tv recommendations. It is not a substitute for reading and understanding your user manual. If i can grip it enough to depress the grip safety, it has always fired for me. Sa has upgraded its popular concealed carry single stack xds in. When the springfield xds hit the market a few years ago, it made a big splash for being a tiny gun with a lot of punch. If there is anything you do not understand, seek advice from someone qualified in safe handling of firearms. The xds 45 has polymer frame that has the same look and feel as the bigger guns in the xd series. The grip safety, ultra safety assurance usa action trigger system, and the firing pin block safety combine to make this an undeniably safe defensive tool.
The xds is more than achieving a benchmark in size reduction. This model adds an ambidextrous thumb safety on the frame that closely mirrors the function of thumb safeties on the. Children are attracted to and can operate firearms that can cause severe injuries or death. And i really like the manual safety option on the shield, although everyone seems to. These 10 compact handguns would all be perfect for concealed carry. The reality of protection is that you never know when youll need it. Springfield armory xds frame detail disassembly this is part 5 of a 6 part article series focusing on the complete 100% detail disassembly of the springfield armory xds pistol. Springfield armory 1911a1 pistols operation and safety manual important safety information inside read this manual before handling this firearm. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Springfield xd series grip safety how does it work youtube. My goal is to help people who are new to whole thing with firearms to have a. I will say when i got my xds, i was thinking smart carry, so the grip safety had some appeal to me at the time. Our sales staff cannot forecast price or availability of wish list items.
To avoid this, cancel and sign in to youtube on your. If you have a version not listed let us know so we can add it to the list. The framemounted manual safety flips up to allow carrying the gun cocked and locked like a classic 1911pattern pistol. Consider the environment in which youre housing your gun collection, and make sure your equipment has appropriate safety measures to avoid injury. I happen to prefer the safety setup on the xd line without the manual safety. Guide to springfield xd pistols by alien gear holsters.
Using a sample xds pistol to create a mold, crossbreed will be. I sent the xds in for the recall, got it back and put the spring kit from prp in it. These are some of the various versions of the xd and hs2000 manuals from around the world. My xds 45 was received by springfield on september 3rd, checked in on september 7th labor day weekend delayed the check in period and today i received an mail it was shipped fedex and will be in my hands wednesday october 30th tomorrow by 8. With six in the gun seven with the extended mag you have more than enough firepower to extricate yourself from a bad situation. The springfields is a grip safety while the taurus has a traditional thumboperated lever. The foremost one is the grip safety that prevents shooters from. I think springfield did a good job making the xds grip safety very unobtrusive, and it blends in with the grip nicely when depressed. The subcompact frame extends to fullsize length when you insert an xtension magazine, adding capacity. The springfield xds is easily my new favorite pistol.