Springfield XD9?

njtitan · 03-31-2008, 01:05 PM

guys....looking for some advice if anyone owns any XD series Springfields....I've read alot of reviews on them and they seem to get favorable reviews....the only thing negative I've seen in print about them is they say the finish comes off easily..........Im wanting an XD9...just for a fun shooter..that if I had to use it would work as a personal defense piece too..I currently own a 1911 .45 and love the 1911's....the XD's seem to have some 1911ish features...more than say a Glock or Sig....and their alot cheaper...lol

So...let me know what you think ....THANKS....

baseballfanz · 03-31-2008, 01:46 PM

Mine is about 3 years old. Goes lots of places with me. The finish on it is about as good as some others guns I've own. The only area that's very noticeable is the where the arrow is. That part protrude out a little more than the frame and get rub when putting in and taking out of the holster. It's a good gun, don't let the little things turn you away from it. All other handguns I've own does about the same thing after the same amount of time own.

njtitan · 03-31-2008, 01:57 PM

thanks for the info......

fastoutlaw69 · 03-31-2008, 04:27 PM

the xd's are great guns, they gets back on target very quickly and they are really inexpensive to race up. i have a friend that is a dealer and they can't keep them in stock

njtitan · 04-01-2008, 08:34 AM

thanks again.....what would you "race up" on those?

I was looking at a couple this morning....saw a used XD 9 for $475.00 ..it looked brand new...

BayStateSuks · 04-01-2008, 09:04 AM

You may also consider a S&W M&P (either full size or compact). I think there is a $50 rebate + 2 free mags on them right now. People seem to like them over the XD and Glocks.

firulice · 04-01-2008, 02:52 PM

I have the Springfield XD40 and love it. It's comfortable and has great safety features too.

njtitan · 04-02-2008, 07:11 AM

thanks for all the help guys....I'm waiting for my permit application to clear.....gotta love NJ!

I could just go down to the corner in Trenton and buy one for $50 like the bad guys...that would be easier....lol

Frozen Rotors · 04-02-2008, 09:11 AM

My budy has the XD40 and he loves it! I've shot her a few times at the range and I love the feel of it. IMO great gun! Sory I cant vouche for the 9mm though.

Bhudda454 · 04-02-2008, 09:30 AM

Don't Buy It.................

They are worse than our trucks. LOL. I would suggest two. One in 9mm for range fun, and a .45 for protection. The .45 ammo is very pricey right now. Can't say enough good about them. The new ones are even going to come with a thumb safety, like your 1911.

njtitan · 04-02-2008, 12:31 PM

yes....that's why I was going with a 9mm......ammo is cheap...

YES.... .45 ammo is out of control..... cost too much to shoot the darn thing!

thanks.....

Darkblueta · 04-02-2008, 02:03 PM

Love mine. Its xd9 subcompact. Shoots great, I'd buy it again in a heartbeat.

njtitan · 04-03-2008, 10:24 AM

thanks again for the info....can't wait to shoot one...they feel good!

wow....that sub looks tiny! lol

my girlfriend is afraid of my .45 so I'm hoping she may shoot the 9mm too.

$475 seems a bit steep for an XD9 used....don't you guys think? A local shop here has one used for sale....a new one is marked at $525....it seems like a high price.....

firulice · 04-03-2008, 10:35 AM

Yes I've seen them new for less than that. I paid 450 for mine new from a dealer in OR... no sales tax helps and also having a CWP to avoid the background check charge. You should be able to find a new one without the tactical kit for under five bills. The tactical kit and light you can buy seperate and save money too.

**roy365** · 04-03-2008, 10:54 AM

I wouldnt say "dont buy it".....but I am a firm believer in you get what you pay for. These things dont resale very well. I do like that you get a nice kit for the money you pay. No other gun offers the full kit like that.