bird Posted October 20, 2002 Share Posted October 20, 2002 I have shot one and I didn't like the grip safety (maybe you could pin it) the trigger was stiff and the grip small for my big paws. It did shoot very accurate though. If it fits you and you shoot it well then go for it... j1b liked it and he has forgotten more about shooting then I probably will ever know, so take my opinion with a sack of salt, not the usual grain.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eerw Posted October 20, 2002 Share Posted October 20, 2002 Tried an XD9 ported...shot well enough...felt pretty good in the hand..I sold it to save up for maybe a 5" tactical model... more info here...a lot of fans at the site http://www.hs2000talk.com/cgi-bin/ubb/ulti...i?ubb=forum;f=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eerw Posted October 20, 2002 Share Posted October 20, 2002 Tried an XD9 ported...shot well enough...felt pretty good in the hand..I sold it to save up for maybe a 5" tactical model... more info here...a lot of fans at the site http://www.hs2000talk.com/cgi-bin/ubb/ulti...i?ubb=forum;f=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
actionshooter Posted October 20, 2002 Share Posted October 20, 2002 I borrowed one for a week and I was impressed with the accuracy, The grip saftey didn't bother me ( I have really large hands). The trigger well I guess it could be better. If I wanted to shoot production I would take a serious look at it. I also heard a rumor that the .40 cal mags worked in the 9mm and might hold like 14 or15 rounds,but that was just a rumor. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
actionshooter Posted October 20, 2002 Share Posted October 20, 2002 I borrowed one for a week and I was impressed with the accuracy, The grip saftey didn't bother me ( I have really large hands). The trigger well I guess it could be better. If I wanted to shoot production I would take a serious look at it. I also heard a rumor that the .40 cal mags worked in the 9mm and might hold like 14 or15 rounds,but that was just a rumor. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince Pinto Posted October 21, 2002 Share Posted October 21, 2002 I wouldn't know an Arcus from a barcalounger but I'll happily accept Duane's word, with thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GordonB Posted October 21, 2002 Share Posted October 21, 2002 DT, According to the website that I posted, the DA version would be the 98. The way it is listed in Vince's link, the Arcus 94 and 98 are legal... which through your reasoning would be like saying that a P14/16 would be legal in production since a DA version, the LDA, is produced. BTW, I bought the 94 after reading your review... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane Thomas Posted October 21, 2002 Share Posted October 21, 2002 Uh, no. Obviously, I'm not saying the SA is legal because there's a DA verson of it. All I'm saying is there is a DA version of the SA that's legal because IT is DA. Sounds like the '98, the DA version of the '94, is mislisted as the '94. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GordonB Posted October 22, 2002 Share Posted October 22, 2002 Hmm.... Me... "That link to the listing that you have posted shows that an Arcus 94 is legal in Production. I have an Arcus 94 and it is a Browning Hi-Power clone --- cocked and locked, single-action only. How can that be legal for Production?" You... "Because Arcus makes a DA version of the '94, of course. I only know that because I wrote an article on their guns. " Me... "According to the website that I posted, the DA version would be the 98. The way it is listed in Vince's link, the Arcus 94 and 98 are legal... which through your reasoning would be like saying that a P14/16 would be legal in production since a DA version, the LDA, is produced. " You... "Uh, no. Obviously, I'm not saying the SA is legal because there's a DA verson of it. All I'm saying is there is a DA version of the SA that's legal because IT is DA. Sounds like the '98, the DA version of the '94, is mislisted as the '94." Yes, it is all pretty obvious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted October 22, 2002 Share Posted October 22, 2002 The IPSC rule book says: - only listed pistols - no single actions USPSA rule book says: d) Single action pistols not allowed. First shot msut be double action Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane Thomas Posted October 23, 2002 Share Posted October 23, 2002 Isn't it simple though? Gordon, glad you bought the Arcus-94. I was very impressed with it. Surprisingly so for such an inexpensive gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidetracker Posted October 24, 2002 Share Posted October 24, 2002 I have a XD-9 that I just started shooting IPSC with. I've have about 500 rounds through it with no problems. The Winchester "Value" packs from Walmart make ammo very affordable at $11/100rds. I recommend the gun to anyone looking for a sturdy affordable pistol. There are many companies starting to sell accessories for the XD's and there is at least one gunsmith doing work on them. For more info check here http://www.hs2000talk.com/cgi-bin/ubb/ultimatebb.cgi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vitaly Posted October 25, 2002 Share Posted October 25, 2002 Ever since I’ve handled the HS-2000 at my local gun store—it felt ergonomically just right. The only reason I didn’t get it then was that all of my allowance was going into the parts/accessories for my 1911s. Two years later it reappeared under Springfield’s name and I’ve got one in .40 cal. Although I like the cartridge a lot, now that I’ve put some 3000 rounds through my XD, I feel that even with lighter reloads it’s still a handful. I would recommend it in 9 mm. It’s much more manageable—both recoil and budget-wise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbritt066 Posted October 25, 2002 Share Posted October 25, 2002 Hey Vitaly what are you use to shooting and why do you say it is a handful? I have heard from others the it is quite a light recoil for a .40. Just curious. Thanks for the info. though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warpspeed Posted October 27, 2002 Share Posted October 27, 2002 DBritt, To answer your question... I shot just about every incarnation of the XD they make at a XD match in SoCal a couple of weeks ago. I hated the 357 sig. perhaps hate is not a stong enough word. Unless you are in love with the ballistics, stay away from the 357 sig. The 9mm was beautiful. Much more comfortable, to me , than a Glock. The 40 S&W was nice too. More recoil,as you would imagine. See if you can try one out. Like Viatly says, the 9mm is cheaper to shoot. All that said, I'll stick with my STI for competition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRNinTX Posted October 31, 2002 Share Posted October 31, 2002 I got a definitive reply from John Amidon yesterday by email that the XD is legal for USPSA Production. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vitaly Posted October 31, 2002 Share Posted October 31, 2002 Well, as I said, I really like the cartridge, and have tried it in some all-steel guns + in Glock 35 (which was real nice!) and I can say that the kick of .40 in XD is more that I would have bargained for had I known it. I think that it’s due to a higher position of the slide in respect to frame that gives you this sort of not so pleasant muzzle jump. It rides much higher above your gripping hand than that of a Glock. I am still experimenting with my hand loads and finding that 180 grain bullets work the best accuracy and controllability-wise. That is true for the factory rounds as well. Now a couple of words about concealed carry. I have gotten a custom IWB rig way before they were available from leading manufacturers, tried to carry the gun concealed, and have found that it’s not the slimmest gun I had carried so far. It is still comfy in an IWB holster but not as comfortable as your 1911 or even any Glock for that matter. In any case, I am still happy with it, and I do carry it in my Tauris IWB holster on almost daily basis. Bottom line: it’s a great defense gun, but if you are planning on having lots of plinking/target shooting and so forth sessions with it, take my word of advise—get it in 9 mm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mayonaise Posted November 1, 2002 Share Posted November 1, 2002 I hate the XD trigger. The reset is really bad. For people who complain about Glock triggers the XD is worse. No way I would use the XD in ESP for IDPA. If you want an ESP gun use anything but an XS IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbritt066 Posted November 1, 2002 Share Posted November 1, 2002 From most of the things I have heard and read people say that the XD's trigger out of the box is better than a Glock right out of the box. Anyone object??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ppro Posted November 16, 2002 Share Posted November 16, 2002 I have a Glock 22 40 and the Springfield XD 40 I like them both......depending I think, on your hand size, you might possible like one better than the other. I think I like the standard type of rifling of the XD40 because from my experience, it is of a design which accommodates lead bullets....(wide land, taller land) and should generally shoot lead more accurately. Have had no reliability issues with either gun and have shot about 1,500 round already through the XD40. I really do like the features of the XD40) better than the glock......1. cartridge in the chamber indicator 2. ambidextrous slide release 3. cocked indicator 4. grip safety The magazines drop clean from the XD40, and never hang up....can't say that for my Glock.... Both guns are very accurate.........my XD40 does have a chamber on the tighter side dimensionally......as compared with the Glock chamber I worked the SD40 ramp over slightly....both guns will even feed a full wad cutter profile bullet..... I definitely like the factory combat sight of the XD40 over the Glock22 factory sight........much better. Paul Prochko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexander Posted January 2, 2003 Share Posted January 2, 2003 Hi, I am new to the polymer guns and need some help. I am in law enforcement and need some advice on which weapon I should choose for a reliable duty weapon. Everyone keeps telling me to buy a glock but I personally don't like the way they look and they are not exactly user friendly for the left handed people like myself. The XD on the other hand is more appealing but does it function well? where I live no one owns one and none of the local dealers will let you try before you buy. Which one to choose. Can anyone help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duane Thomas Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 "where I live no one owns one and none of the local dealers will let you try before you buy." Go to a gun shop that has a decent rental case. Springfield will probably have about 20 guns in it, including an XD. For a nominal fee you can shoot the thing to your heart's content. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidetracker Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 As I posted earlier, I own a XD-9 and I now have well over a 1000rds through it with not one proplem. That's using WalMart "Value" pack 9mm ammo. They may be ugly, but they sure do shoot well. A great gun for the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexander Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Before I buy the XD, does anyone know if you can customize it like the glock with aftermarket barrels, trigger work etc... and where or who can do it. This is a great site and thanks all for the help so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbritt066 Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Alexander if you want to learn all about the Springfield XD go to this site http://www.hs2000talk.com/cgi-bin/ubb/ulti....cgi?category=1 That site is dedicated to the XD and only the XD. I am a member there also and that forum is what made up my mind to purchase my XD-9. I love it, it is a great gun. I have about 1,000 flawless rounds through it. Good Luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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