In 2007, Springfield Armory® shook the polymer pistol market with the introduction of the new XD-M®. The XD-M® series forever changed the handgun landscape, and set new and higher standards for ergonomic comfort, ease of operation, features and performance.
The XD-M® offers the best ergonomic experience possible in a polymer platform. With multiple interchangeable back straps, the XD-M® can be perfectly tailored to fit your hand. As it shares the same perfect grip angle as the standard XD® and the 1911, the XD-M® points effortlessly and naturally. Aggressive mega-lock frame texturing and major grasp slide serrations keep the XD-M® in your hand and operational under any conditions. The slide and frame feature aesthetically pleasing contours that make it a more concealable pistol.
The features available on the XD-M® will impress even the most demanding shooters. The XD-M® includes a basic list of safety features shared with its predecessor the XD®. The striker status indicator and loaded chamber indicator give the shooter instant tactile and visual feedback to know if there is a chambered round and if the striker is cocked. Three separate safeties guard against accidental discharges and provide extra peace of mind. The Ultra Safety Assurance (USA) Action Trigger System™ prevents unintentional rearward movement of the trigger. The grip safety keeps the pistol from firing unless the shooter has a firm grasp on it. And an internal firing pin block goes the extra mile to bring you a pistol fully designed with safety in mind.
The list of features doesn’t stop there, though. The XD-M® comes with interchangeable mold-tru back straps, meaning it can be customized to fit your hand. Have a light or laser that you want to mount on your pistol? The XD-M® comes standard with an accessory rail that has multiple slots for maximum flexibility – even on the compact models. The maximum reach ambidextrous magazine release gives fast reloading access to shooters with any size hands. The low profile combat sights give a clear sight picture. Longevity and reliability are ensured by the fully supported ramped match-grade barrel and rugged Melonite® or stainless steel finish. The Megazines® included with your XD-M® will ensure you have plenty of ammo available for whatever the job is at hand. And when it’s time to clean your XD-M®, it can be field stripped without pulling the trigger.
The XD-M® is available in a variety of frame sizes, barrel lengths, finishes and calibers. Pick up an XD-M® today and see what a polymer pistol can be.
Model Courtesy of World Of Guns: Gun Disassembly
