What To Do With An XD

[Ejohnson]

I picked up a 1st gen XD sub in .40cal, never been fired. The case was missing the holster and one mag. I put 50 rounds thru it, not that impressed with it.
Is it worth trying to sell? A few told me the XD doesn't sell well, especially in .40cal. Maybe keep it for a bug out (backpack) gun?
I really need to stop buying firearms at auctions!!

 

[WebSnyper]

I picked up a 1st gen XD sub in .40cal, never been fired. The case was missing the holster and one mag. I put 50 rounds thru it, not that impressed with it.
Is it worth trying to sell? A few told me the XD doesn't sell well, especially in .40cal. Maybe keep it for a bug out (backpack) gun?
I really need to stop buying firearms at auctions!!

40 itself in many guns generally sells for less than 9 mm in the same guns.

I haven't been watching them really but have seen a number of sales on XD's for what appears to be fairly low prices. Seems like SA is moving away from the XD's but again it's not something I have watched.

You could always try putting it in the classies here.

 

[kawtech87]

Do you have anything else in .40? Wouldn't hurt to have when the next ammo crisis happens. Seems .40 is available during those times

 

[92FSTech]

There's nothing wrong with them. They work, and they're reliable. It would be a fine nightstand gun or stash gun for convenient locations around the house where keeping one might be handy.

They're not my favorite platform...the grip is weird and I have trouble shooting them well, but I'm sure I could overcome that with a little practice. I've just never been motivated to do that as I already have other things I like better.

 

[patience0830]

Solid gun. Under the seat in the truck. In a zip lock in the shower. Everybody needs a shower gun.

 

[shootersix]

 

[Ejohnson]

Do you have anything else in .40? Wouldn't hurt to have when the next ammo crisis happens. Seems .40 is available during those times

I have a Glock 22 also.

 

[Ejohnson]

Solid gun. Under the seat in the truck. In a zip lock in the shower. Everybody needs a shower gun.

I like the shower gun idea!

 

[Mgderf]

I have some brand new XD mags in .40 if you need any.
I don't have the gun.

 

[chadm]

I’m a fan of the XDm. Smooth triggers and short reset. I like the 3.8“ and the 4.5” models.

 

[firecadet613]

They are fine pistols but never took off like Glock did. Years ago some of the original XD's had issues, but I own quite a few Springfields and they've all been flawless (I never did have one of the original XD's). A bit disappointed they've discontinued many of them, but from what I understand the factory is still supporting them.

Not made in the USA like Smith & Wesson, so those wanting USA made pistols made here likely didn't consider them. Polymer, striker fired pistols are a dime a dozen these days, but GLOCK has the lions share of that market.

You could always put it up for sale in the classifieds and see if you get any takers, or hang on to it. It'll likely serve you well for years to come.

 

[Amishman44]

There's nothing wrong with them. They work, and they're reliable. It would be a fine nightstand gun or stash gun for convenient locations around the house where keeping one might be handy.

Nothing like an extra gun around in a caliber you already have!

 

[chadm]

They are fine pistols but never took off like Glock did. Years ago some of the original XD's had issues, but I own quite a few Springfields and they've all been flawless (I never did have one of the original XD's). A bit disappointed they've discontinued many of them, but from what I understand the factory is still supporting them.

Not made in the USA like Smith & Wesson, so those wanting USA made pistols made here likely didn't consider them. Polymer, striker fired pistols are a dime a dozen these days, but GLOCK has the lions share of that market.

You could always put it up for sale in the classifieds and see if you get any takers, or hang on to it. It'll likely serve you well for years to come.

It sure feels like XDs are on their last leg with the intro of Hellcat and Echelon. I think most of the XD line is focused on 10mm and maybe only one model of 9mm is left.

 

[firecadet613]

It sure feels like XDs are on their last leg with the intro of Hellcat and Echelon. I think most of the XD line is focused on 10mm and maybe only one model of 9mm is left.

I believe you are correct. XDS is all but done, XDM went to the XDM Elite (which is likely done with Echolon here).

The XDM compacts are G19 size (G17 size with the ext mag) and real sweet shooters.

I haven't seen an Echolon yet, but it seems big!

 

[chadm]

I believe you are correct. XDS is all but done, XDM went to the XDM Elite (which is likely done with Echolon here).

The XDM compacts are G19 size (G17 size with the ext mag) and real sweet shooters.

I haven't seen an Echolon yet, but it seems big!

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Echelon’s slide look smaller height wise (kind of like a Glock to me) and seems to be closer to 4.5”

 

[firecadet613]

Echelon’s slide look smaller height wise (kind of like a Glock to me) and seems to be closer to 4.5”

Well now, looks like there may be more than one of us waiting for an Echolon to pop up in the classifieds....

 

[BehindBlueI's]

For a serious use carry gun, I personally would not select a gun with a grip safety, particularly one that ties up the slide. You never know if you may need to fight injured, and I've personally broken my hand in a serious fight to the point my thumb was laid up against my forearm (yes, it's not supposed to bend that way). Because of that, the XD would be relegate to hobby use only if it were mine.