XDM-9 3.8

[nightrunner]

the new XDM-9 3.8

Springfield Armory - Introducing the XD(m) Polymer Handgun

[Oh Shoot]

the new XDM-9 3.8

Springfield Armory - Introducing the XD(m) Polymer Handgun

Well, I'm an XD fan, but that is quite a crock, IMNSHO.

The butt is the primary concealability factor, not whacking off a whopping .7" diff on barrel length.

- OS

[TripleDigitRide]

Well, I'm an XD fan, but that is quite a crock, IMNSHO.

The butt is the primary concealability factor, not whacking off a whopping .7" diff on barrel length.

- OS

Exactly what I thought.

[JeffL]

The grip length is my main concern with concealability. It still has a 19rd magazine so it's not going to be any shorter.

Edit: Damn I'm slow.

[nightrunner]

my same thoughts. however i would like to see the 3.8 version with a shortened grip frame. like say 10 rounds, in a subcompact form.

[trblmkr13]

I'd buy it if it had a shorter grip

[gunner]

whats the diff between this and a SC XD?

[Oh Shoot]

whats the diff between this and a SC XD?

XD-M series has too many differences to list.

Look on Springfield site.

Suffice it to say, there is nothing in the XD-M line as small as the XD Sub Compact.

- OS

[nightrunner]

isnt this about the same size as a commander 1911? shouldnt be too bad to conceal

[Guest grimel]

Well, I'm an XD fan, but that is quite a crock, IMNSHO.

The butt is the primary concealability factor, not whacking off a whopping .7" diff on barrel length.

- OS

That's about the difference between a gov model and commander model 1911. It will be a matter of balance and comfort. Some folks just don't have the torso length to hide a full length gun.

I'd suspect they come out with a 3.2/3.3 with a 14/15rd mag next year.

[StPatrick]

Well, I'm an XD fan, but that is quite a crock, IMNSHO.

The butt is the primary concealability factor, not whacking off a whopping .7" diff on barrel length.

- OS

+1. I can't think of a carry option where slide length is the primary concealibility issue. It seems like grip length and thickness are always more important.

Hopefully, the Croats will find a way to make a true compact XDm. If they can make one that shoots like the full-size, count me in for 2 of them.

[tntnixon]

+1. I can't think of a carry option where slide length is the primary concealibility issue. It seems like grip length and thickness are always more important.

Hopefully, the Croats will find a way to make a true compact XDm. If they can make one that shoots like the full-size, count me in for 2 of them.

They're trying to make this out to be some sort of pocket pistol, but it's actually a pretty large handgun. Did anyone check out the weight? over 27 ozs empty.

I can't wait to see the guy who reads the ad and goes and sees it for the first time at the store.

[Guest grimel]

They're trying to make this out to be some sort of pocket pistol, but it's actually a pretty large handgun. Did anyone check out the weight? over 27 ozs empty.

I can't wait to see the guy who reads the ad and goes and sees it for the first time at the store.

OH heavens no! How did we ever get by with 20+oz 38's as pocket guns?

[tntnixon]

OH heavens no! How did we ever get by with 20+oz 38's as pocket guns?

I can carry and conceal a heavier revolver than I can a pistol, at least that's been my experience, maybe yours has been different. My wife's snub nose .357 is a cinch to conceal whereas my M&P .40 is lighter but a bitch to keep from showing off.

[Guest SouthernSaltine]

i am waiting for someone to do the Grip Chop on this one! lets just get a SC XDM.

[Guest bkelm18]

i am waiting for someone to do the Grip Chop on this one! lets just get a SC XDM.

Unless standard XD mags fit the XDm, you'd have to chop the mags as well.

[Oh Shoot]

Unless standard XD mags fit the XDm, ...

They do not.

- OS

[Magiccarpetrides]

You think they are going to slowly phase out the standard XD line? Thats where I see this heading.

[molonlabetn]

Fail...

This pistol should have received a grip length reduction. And with the width of the magazine, I would expect a 13rd capacity given a similar grip length as a XD9SC.

[Oh Shoot]

You think they are going to slowly phase out the standard XD line? Thats where I see this heading.

Well, full size, maybe, but doubt if they will kill the sub compact cash cow until they have something with same dimensions in XDM line.

And so far, no XDM .45 of any ilk even hinted at, AFAIK.

- OS

[LagerHead]

I will be first in line when they come out with an XD-MSC. Until then, I'll stick with my XD9SC and XD-M40.

[sparksjr]

Not to revive a dead horse, but has anyone shot one of these? I went to CCA today and tried out the XD, S&W M&P and an XD Compact and I was more impressed with the M&P. Of course, they didn't have an XDM (much less an XDM 3.8) to shoot.

Looking for some feedback on the XDM 3.8 (as far as shooting, not cosmetic, conceal ability, etc that has already been covered).

Thanks in advance.

[Guest pdosafety]

I have not shot one yet but we did get one in the store today and it looks and feels pretty cool.

[sparksjr]

I have not shot one yet but we did get one in the store today and it looks and feels pretty cool.

What store are you at in Knoxville?

[Guest pdosafety]

Personal Defense Options. We are located off the Watt Road exit.Turn next to the Big fireworks super store and go about 1/2 mile on right. We are on the Knox county & Loudon County line. Phone number is 865-777-1010.