Springfield XDS 45 ACP Review : Small Powerhouse!

[@hillbilly4christ638]

This was my first choice for concealed carry. Very comfortable and concealable. The accuracy is good with a natural point and shoot making hip shots easy. I don't mind grip safeties as I was raised on 1911s. Overall a very solid pistol.

[@Mrgunsngear]

I need one of these in my life now...

[@PistolManiac100]

Me too, seems like a great deep carry pistol.

[@lazyj1566]

Mrgunsngear Channel i got my 4hrs ago i love it,,,ever day carry i would not sale it for for anything

[@Crazysworld91]

Bought mine earlier today, first .45 ACP I've ever seen in such a small package. Definitely worth the buy over any of the competition.

[@knucklehedd]

Hope you got one!

[@rl2769]

Mrgunsngear Channel you need some rogain if your life my friend.

[@MDR-hn2yz]

I just picked one of these up today. Can’t wait to get it out on the range. Anybody else carrying the XDS 45?

[@gunsammodrones]

Why would over 300 idiots give this review a thumbs down??? Sootch has some of the best reviews out there...

[@Wes-b7v]

They're probably highpoint fans

[@09jgdoss]

I've had this one for about 3 years. I carry it evert day and I love it

[@Bobstone2131]

Thanks for sharing. I've been carrying an XDs 45 for about 18 months now and never leave home without it. I've changed out the sights for a set of XS Big dot and added some talon grip tape. Just a great combo.

[@لاالهالاالله-ن7س9ص]

XDS 45 ACP is a beautiful gun, especially in FDE. It packs lots of power. This is my EDC where I sometimes switch with Glock 27. Great handguns to neutralize any threat. Great review Sootch00 👍👍🇺🇸

[@edmundod.3412]

This is one of the best concealed carry pistol, it's accurate and packs a punch.

[@jaywinters2483]

I cannot tell you how pleased I am with my Springfield XDS 45.

[@markgloverville]

I used the 45 acp in my concealed carry class and got 50 out of 50. This gun is my EDC. I love it and would not trade it.

[@timothyabraham6195]

I hear that im about to look in to this stick.

[@thebusterdog6358]

You must be a Springfield troll if you actually believe this gun is good. LMAO.

[@adame312]

To busterdog above.

[@WolfenX4]

50/50???? Lol mine was 30/30 with an XD9. XD rules!

[@markgloverville]

Darrien Lovett yeah, I live in SC. They make you shoot 50 rounds but I forget how many actually have to hit the target. Luckily I got them all in. The 45 is really smooth for the caliber.

[@larrysalinas4507]

I got mine when it first came out. It was packaged with a Springfield holster. There was a recall so I sent it back but for the trouble they sent me 2, 7 round mags. Absolutely love mine. Nice to have that classic 45 power in a small package.

[@iraq51]

Just purchased my Springfield .45 XD-S....feels great, easy to fire, very concealable. Great video...thanks.

[@TacticoolTed]

I love how the recoil on this little thing is manageable, but it punches you in the face with all that back blast. And the PRP spring kit is a must on these.

[@rickyjones1784]

PRP. ?

[@jayadams5529]

Nice review sootch00 . I've owned my xds 45 for almost a year now and have had zero malfunctions. I bought it for a carry pistol and so far I like it better than my shield. Keep the videos coming 👍🏻

[@paststeve1]

I love mine! I have put about 900 rds through it without any problems. I use mine in my edc rotation. All .45 ACPs.

[@jakealamo50]

Rev. Steven Taylor if your interested in selling it I am very interested in buying one !

[@CutandShoot5x5]

This man shoots so well plus his reviews and unintended advice are 2nd to none! 5 ✨

[@carlscarl263]

Bought mine 6 months ago because of your review, I love it!

[@HorizonsleatherBlogspot2012]

I love the XDs 4.0 in .45 and I have to say it's a real pleasure to fire. I've long been a fan of the XD line, the quality is top notch. Your reviews are fair and on point, plus the outtakes at the end are comedic gold.

[@ChuckTruitt]

I bought one in 2012 and loved it. I sent it to Springfield for the recall; it took a long time to get it back. After it finally returned the pistol had a lousy trigger. I gave it away to a friend who had never shot it before the recall. He likes it. I own several pistols, but no more Springfields. -Gunny T sends

[@pewpewTN]

Springfield is trash, so you aren't missing anything.

[@JavierPadron]

I bought my M&P 9c becsuse of ur Review... Now im buying this one...

[@xsidx232]

Shoulda bought the m&p .45 my friend

[@Quantum_Zebra]

Good call!

[@almightymontana3865]

Can someone please help me I have a problem my XD is empty but everytime I dry fire the trigger it stays stuck and won’t come forward again until it’s racked is that normal!?

[@mikemyers8538]

I bought my XDs 45 for $409.00, added a crimson trace laserguard and trigger kit with the sear from Powder River Precision which gave a pull weight equal to my stock Colt 1911. Talon grips rounds out the package. Carry it cross draw in a Stoner Holsters cross draw rig with no cant. Love my XDs

[@robbie9118]

Good review. I have carried one for years. Even with the recall, I have been happy with it. They even gave me a 7 rd mag for my trouble. I like the concealability of it with the five round mag, but noticed a difference in my accuracy as opposed to the seven round mags. I wish they would have put something for my pinky. Mine hangs off the grip just a bit, but I have learned to compensate. I use the seven round mags for extra ammo. WHile researching this buy, I was worried about the recoil, so I borrowed one for the range. I was amazed at how little there was for a 45 ACP in a small frame. There is some and the shooter does have to pay attention so as not to weak wrist it as it may not cycle properly. One of the benefits of having other XD platforms, is that some holsters work on all of them. I got an Alien Gear ISW holster for my XD-9. It works for my XD-9 Compact and for the XD-45. This makes for more flexibility, depending on my dress for the weather. I enjoy your reviews, Sir. I am now saving up for a scope you reviewed a little bit ago.

[@joevegas3907]

Simply put, nice piece/s. I have the .9m and the .45m.. love them both..!!!

[@Cheesycook]

This is my EDC. I prefer the recoil of a .45. I thought it would kick but did not. The first time I shot it I was touching rounds at ten yards. I passed it to a deputy who after firing asked where they could get one, then her husband had the same reaction as did a former team member. I was also very impressed with the customer service and accessory pricing from Springfield. Better rust resistance than my son's Glock 42 and excellent sights.

[@tterry53]

i ORDERED ONE LAST NIGHT. anxious to get it.

[@almightymontana3865]

Can someone please help me I have a problem my XD is empty but everytime I dry fire the trigger it stays stuck and won’t come forward again until it’s racked is that normal!?

[@SurvivalLilly]

the face when you shoot

[@sootch00]

Sootch War Face! Lol! Thanks for stopping by Lily : )

[@glockhudson8029]

Awesome 9mm

[@glockhudson8029]

sootch00 is good

[@Looking_For_That_Blessed_Hope7]

@Priest or trump

[@joshuarose5516]

Looks good

[@OldmanSnake]

Add Talon Grips to it and the grip doesnt bite anymore. Great gun and super accurate

[@chrisbush8575]

I have had the same firearm for a year and a half I Cary it in basketball shorts, all sorts of clothing and it doesn't really print at all. the capacity is overcame by your spare magazine in a 7 round. my everyday carry, never has jammed with any ammo, if your looking to purchase one you won't regret it.

[@ryanpm4460]

Xds 45 in grey is my normal carry. The fact it can’t be pushed out of battery by muzzle makes it nice if in a physical altercation. I carry with pierce grip extension for my pinky and 7rnd BUMags. Great gun.

[@Minuteman-xm8py]

I’ve been carrying this pistol for 6 years now!!! Great weapon. I’ve never had a malfunction well over 600 rds down range!!!

[@drzflyest4]

600 is not a lot.

[@markchoate9021]

As always, a wonderful review of a fabulous CCW.

[@johnthompson2721]

Just added one to my inventory. Extremely pleased.

[@Payner2644]

I've got one with a SS slide and it's great for CCW and a truck gun. Has a bit of recoil, though, due to its size!

[@ebomey]

Awesome review of a great pistol!

[@michaelrodger]

Just picked one of these up. Thanks for the video!

[@fredsiegfried1707]

I have the same color in 40sw

[@MathiasMaximus]

This gun is amazingly accurate for a compact 45. I had a Kahr PM40 and i hated the trigger so i traded it for the XD gen 1. Shot placement improved despite jumping up in power. Its allso incredibly comfortable to carry. The only downside is the rough stippling. I always end up with that grenade patter indented in my hands after shooting. You can find these for $250-350 used

[@mdoe8]

Love your videos, keep them up! Whenever looking at a gun, I go by your video and Hickoks and then I've got everything I need to know!

[@sootch00]

Thanks Brother!

[@robertglover1296]

Please review the New XDe Sootch! Springfield made an excellent 1st attempt at a DA/SA Single Stack! Very accurate and jam proof little pistol! Surprisingly soft and flat recoil. Basically it's a DA/SA Version of the XDs. It's a one of a kind and a great CCW for folks that prefer DA/SA. At $439.00, it's a great pistol

[@stevepatterson2290]

I have the 4.0 model love it

[@stevepatterson2290]

I had to put the pinky extension on my 45 just to have my 3 fingers fit on it with out loosing concealment

[@55scuba89]

I own all 3 guns and just bought another shield for my daughter's Birthday gift. I trust my life with all of these.

[@wildwestunlimited]

This is my EDC with a 7 rounder mag. Great vid!

[@josephrowell7927]

I love mine. It's a great gun, a lot of wallop in a small package.

[@airboss4311]

I bought one of these brand new at a gun show recently, have run perhaps 100 rounds through it. Nice shooter, much more accurate that I would have thought, excellent small concealable gun, there's nothing not to like that I can see. I need to get the 8 rnd magazine next time I'm near the e-bay junkyard. Much happy.

[@pickles42013]

I have probably close to 2000 rounds through my xds .45 without a single failure. I did have to replace a broken firing pin, but other than that it has worked flawlessly!

[@mrsubase]

Thank you for your serious report.

[@bjcoveney5306]

I have had one sense they came out. It did go back for the recall. Love caring it! One thing nobody has noticed even on the newer ones. Loaded in the pipe with or without a clip. If you push back on the slide the gun will stay out of battery . Especially when dirty. Try it . Nobody will comment it's like the round indicator is to strong or the spring is not. Hope "someone" see this...

[@bobbycorrigan7969]

I have two of them, this is a great firearm

[@DV77737]

I understand! One for each hand

[@joedesalvo3316]

I have one of these and its awesome.. recoil isnt really that bad and Im not a big guy

[@angelortbo1]

Excellent review... Got one back in the summer, love it, it's my new carry. Great gun.

[@ashleighsimp8220]

Just bought one of this 2 weeks ago. I absolutely love it! Put up the Glock 19 and started carrying this bad boy. It’s deff the smallest 45 I have owned

[@bmiller9456]

Sootch00! Thanks for a great review. You always manage to say so much in comparatively little time. It's good to have you out there showing us good gun stuff!

[@teamgmotorsports]

I've been carrying my bitone (stainless and black) for a few years now. Love it! Digging that fde coloration! It's light, thin, has a. Great trigger, and performs flawlessly. After 1500 rounds, not a single malfunction and eats anything I feed it!

[@way2gorule521]

Yes, these are excellent firearms and I carry them as my EDC

[@harrycordell7769]

Really appreciate how abjective and factual you are.Thank Oh and i like your little friend with the big boom.

[@EricTheActor805]

I have a Ruger LCP II, Springfield XDS 45 Mk II, Sig Sauer P365, Ruger LCR, Taurus Raging Judge and Mossberg Shockwave This is a great piece

[@gregorywinn6552]

thanks for the review. got a chance to fire the one A friend owns and for a single stack I was impressed.

[@greentree5265]

Nice piece. I use the 7 rd mags for the range, 6 rd mag for daily carry.

[@ttestates1]

I have a P227 Elite Stainless and Beautiful! I bought the XDS 45 3.3 today. with the Viridian holster/laser combo which allows the Green laser to be on all the time in the holster and when pulled out, The laser is automatically turns on Very cool

[@teamgmotorsports]

Nothing better than N82 tactical holsters, even for this gun. I have and use the full size gun holster intended for my FNX40 that I carry my XDS45 in. It keeps an inch or more of overlap around the gun keeping it completely off your skin...the perfect package;)

[@MrShou5]

Thank you! Awesome Review as always. I love both my XDS 45, & my 9. I did make some modification on my 45, replacing the barrel and the trigger and added a Green Crimson Trace & Talon Grips. I did have to order a custom IWB Holster because of the Crimson Trace. Never had any problems & Zero Malfunctions and definitely one of my favorite pistols to shoot. I also own a Glock 36, and Shield 45 you showed for comparison and are both excellent pistols. Thanks again for the review.

[@aaronmeeks1155]

Had mine for 6 years & love it!

[@208SledHead]

I love my XDs. Springfield's product is just a liiiiitle higher in quality to me when compared to my Glocks and M&P's. I love the color on this one too!

[@nighthowler8107]

the idea of lobbing fat 45 Cal lead slugs out of a pocket pistol compared to a 380 or 9mm is something to consider. capacity vs firepower

[@dthompsont3796]

I have this exact gun in 9mm and 40 caliber. It's a very nice firearm.

[@phoophop8167]

I love the mistakes/outtakes at the end .... Keep up the good work my brother ...

[@fuzi_lilmanpeach5939]

Pick me up a stainless 4.0 for 300$. Very excited for this little guy.

[@WdnUlik2no]

Where did you get it from?

[@ryanrepairs1235]

Great videos one of my favorite reviewers.

[@sootch00]

Thanks Ryan!

[@timothyowens1728]

You're such a good shooter you make all the guns look good. I'm looking at getting a Grand Power p45 because the rotating barrel might reduce the recoil a lot. I've heard the HK kicks like a mule. The FNX 45 seems like it is agreed by most to be the best.

[@keithfloria2902]

As always great review! Thanks

[@sootch00]

Thanks Keith!

[@Irishdevil19x]

I just picked one up yesterday at the gun show, got it used for 300. I’ve carried them before and traded it. This time I’m keeping it.

[@galwegan4081]

i have all 3, the 9mm the 40sw and the 45acp xds handguns.. love them all, can use the same holster for all 3

[@tonyromano6220]

Galwegan I am up to 2 subs and 4 SFA guns.

[@chucknorris5141]

I live in NY so yeah, no double stack allowed. F Cuomo!

[@irafowlerjr.7492]

good info, just bought one yesterday, thanks for all your videos.

[@silverryder7940]

Thank you for an exceedingly thorough review brother, it's really over the top and really fun to watch! I enjoyed it immensely, and you also show the XDS' excellent design in detail, which I really appreciate. Thanks so much again, and be blessed!

[@TherealSMW1974]

Great gun. It's the same size as my wife's Glock 43. I've put literally thousands of rounds through mine. Run it wet, but stay away from Perfecta ammo.

[@BeyondDuctTapeFixItRight]

Thanks for elevating another worthwhile video!

[@AntonioOrru21]

Your reviews are always awesome

[@terrygraham1877]

Yup.... it sure is a powerhouse! Good video... thanks for another good one

[@GunCollector007]

I bought mine before the recall, it's still a great gun but it was better the first time around

[@cornpop3912]

Sweet gun, nice video. One of my favorite concealed carry pistols

[@jakealamo50]

Joe Kim if you’d ever consider selling I really want this pistol

[@chrisfrerichs8360]

Just picked mine up on Saturday!

[@kevinmccarey5015]

Hello to you Don, I was looking @ 45 ACP firearms and found this one. Very , very , nice pistol. Well done on your end

[@jakeroark570]

A single stack of 45 will get it done if not the problems may not be the gun.

[@almightymontana3865]

Can someone please help me I have a problem my XD is empty but everytime I dry fire the trigger it stays stuck and won’t come forward again until it’s racked is that normal!?

[@quangdo6011]

@@almightymontana3865 Yeah...

[@SOSALUVS420]

@@quangdo6011 lmaooo he shouldn’t own one

[@doitnowpleease5853]

Yeah.. multiple perpetrators are the rule not the exception in my area. That's why my XDs 45 became an instant safe queen. Now I'm thinking about making it my backup gun. 2 guns is one..one is none. Love the nozzle on it.

[@doitnowpleease5853]

@@almightymontana3865 That's totally normal. That's how semi-autos recock..the slide is like thumb cocking a revolver. For dry fire practice..just move the slide back about half an inch to recock/reset the trigger.😎

[@MDR-hn2yz]

I just put XS night sights on mine. What a nightmare! Definitely the hardest install I have ever done.

[@guns4funfreedomkeeper999]

Great vid Sootch. Love my XDS 45. Carry it inside in an El Paso. Mine shoots 230 Grain pills better than 185's which sort of surprised me but they go in the middle so I don't judges the little guy. Keep on making these great reviews.

[@geoffreyobrien6381]

Great review. Clear and concise. Good work.

[@sootch00]

Thanks!

[@BrianMccloskey-ec7vw]

Incredible firearm

[@knucklehedd]

I've had my XDs .45 for a few years now. I liked it when I got it just fine, but it seems to grow on me whenever I take it out. I've got 1500 - 2000 rounds through it by now and I can't think of even one issue. Accuracy? I shoot it better at SD distances than my G19. (Granted my G19 is sort of new, but the XDs frame is far less clunky) A lot of folks scoff at the grip safety. Well, that's their problem. Sootch put it quite well when he described it here. It's totally passive and reliable. The same applies to my XDm 9mm as well. It's just safer than a striker fired gun without. Despite an early recall, this platform has been ironed out and is now a reliable and shootable mainstay. (In spite of what Yankee Marshall says about .45 ACP) Don't be too shy to try this platform, it will not kick your ass as bad as you think. 50 - 150 rounds in one trip (Plus other guns) is far more manageable than one might expect.

[@carlscarl263]

Bought an XDS 45 3.3 thanks to the review! Love it, wouldn't sell it for anything!

[@josephdecker0]

I've fired this on several occasions at my local range to attempt to get a feel for the subcompacts, comparing it against the glock, shield and others, I'm surprised you didn't mention that super aggressive pattern on the grip. I felt like it was a joke from Springfield because so many people are concerned about grip texture, they just figured they'd make it insane. I almost want to cover it up with griptape to make it more comfortable to shoot.

[@sootch00]

Talon grips will make a world of difference but I didn't find it too aggressive.

[@josephdecker0]

I guess i've got soft hands, lol. either than or the heel of my hand is just too pronounced for it to grip comfortably.

[@larrysalinas4507]

I'm glad you have finally done a review on this gun. I have had this gun since Springfield came out with it a few years ago. Absolutely love the size and ability to conceal along with that strong stopping power. Great review!

[@jeremychildress3931]

Allot of Veterans seem to really like these Springfield xd pistols I find that very interesting and reassuring. I own an XDS gen 1 9mm and an XDE 9mm and I absolutely Love them. German and com block countries make the greatest pistols. Sig Glock HK CZ and HS2000 (Springfield XD series)

[@chessward4832]

Just inherited one of these! This was an exceptionally made video and highly informative! Thank you so much, Sootch! Your work is greatly appreciated.

[@almightymontana3865]

Can someone please help me I have a problem my XD is empty but everytime I dry fire the trigger it stays stuck and won’t come forward again until it’s racked is that normal!?

[@christiansorensen5611]

@almighty Montana, that’s normal. All semi-auto triggers won’t fire unless you rack the slide. That’s normal, your XDS is fine

[@paulflores9909]

I own one and love it.

[@mdubb4855]

Darn I like that fenced in mag release button.

[@jimhovater8755]

Can you please do a segment on the recall the XDs series had a few years ago and what that entailed?

[@Rubeless]

The bore over axis of this gun, HK and fn is high. Great guns. Glock is just so perfect. This gun is for showing your buddies how much you spend.

[@ammkad]

I'm all team Glock. But man does this new XDS 45 look nice. If I ever get a single stack 45 this would be it. Thank you, well done review sir.

[@2Aknight762]

If I get one of these I think I'll opt for the 4 inch model just to maximize ballistics and sight radius.

[@thecouldntbe]

I bought the 4 inch model for the reasons you stated plus better recoil management.

[@mountainmanwatchreviews8081]

Just got my first .45 in a rock island compact, this is next on my list in the 4.0 barrel.

[@rickygonzalez.o2126]

BeardedGearNut get a Glock 30s

[@mountainmanwatchreviews8081]

Ricky Gonzalez.O Is that a double stack?

[@nokoolaid]

How do you like it?

[@rickygonzalez.o2126]

BeardedGearNut double stack 10+1 .45 acp. Grip feels like a full size, nice weight. Best compact .45

[@mountainmanwatchreviews8081]

James Lagnese haven't fired it yet but feels good in hand. It's heavy but I intend to carry it owb mostly.

[@veezo2323]

I LOVE THE 9MM VERSION

[@noelaleman5959]

La mía es 9mm xDs