SPRINGFIELD ARMORY XD-M ELITE 3.8 COMPACT OSP .45 ACP...BETTER WITHOUT OPTICS?

[@andy1209na]

I was able to purchase one of this xdm elite compact in 45acp last June of 2023. Absolutely love the gun and have really enjoyed shooting it, easily went through 300 rounds that day without cleaning and oiling the firearm. The one thing I truly love about the gun is how easy it is to shoot, and it came with 6 magazines. I was so happy as soon as I found out about it. Very happy with firearm!😊

[@Chris-wn3vr]

Picked one up with the hex optic for $499. Absolutely love it, and the gun has made me fall in love with .45acp. I always called it a boomer round. Guess I’m a boomer now.

[@myblacklab7]

It's a BOOMer round. ;)

[@Vladpryde]

It's so refreshing to hear a review where the shooter doesn't want a bunch of optics and suppressor-height sights and threaded barrel bullshit on a CARRY GUN. People seemed to have lost the definition of what it means to be a carry gun......easy to carry and not complicated. For me, I have small hands, so I'm hoping my pinky finger fits okay on that mag well. But I haven't handled one yet. Thanks for the review!

[@asav1976]

right on target!!

[@banjoskip]

Did you get a chance to handle one? How did you like it? I think you can remove the magwell which I'm planning on doing if I ever pick one up.

[@Vladpryde]

@@banjoskip Unfortunately I have not. Still debating on getting one, compounded by the fact that now I'm waiting to hear from my local DA about any possible charges regarding a fight I got in with my sister. I'm not expecting any, but I still want to be certain before I fill out a 4473. Take my advice: don't live with Leftists or crazies.

[@StevenRogers-hw9dj]

@@banjoskip Yes, the magwell comes off with the removal of one pin. The mag baseplate can also be swapped out for a flush one, but that one can't be used with the magwell and you lose one round of capacity. I've been carrying the 10mm for quite a while and just picked up the .45 a few weeks ago. With the exception of the 10, the Elites have been discontinued and discounted nicely. I got mine for $359.

[@robwilson3749]

Yep. Gizmos, doo-dads, telescopes, kitchen appliances. You name it and they want to put it on a handgun. Meanwhile, they still can't hit sheet with any of the crap on the gun because they can't shoot. All the red dots in the world does not trigger control make.

[@DavidSmith-CodeBlue]

Just ordered a new Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 3.8 Compact OSP .45 ACP. Can't wait to get and take to the range.

[@youtoons]

Stumbled upon this for 250. Had 6 mags with it. Definitely worth it.

[@gemini2in1]

I wish mines was that price.

[@youtoons]

@@gemini2in1 I get a LEO discount at certain places I think the original price was 400 but it was a trade in.

[@gemini2in1]

@@youtoons still a nice price

[@russconklin3414]

I just bought one. It came with 2 mags, but three would be a better count. Mine came with the Dragon Fly HEX red dot optic. I have large hands and this pistol is very comfortable in my hand. One other thing, I'm left-handed and this weapon accommodates me well.

[@thebusterdog921]

I just bought this pistol yesterday in 45 asp, also my favorite cartridge. I agree, I have no use for a red dot or Lazer on a gun either. I just ordered a Wright Leather Works leather holster for it. Over the years I have ordered 8 holsters from them as they make an outstanding holster. 5-7 weeks from now this pistol will replace an XDs Mod 2 45 acp that has been in my carry rotation for the last 4 years. The only gripe about the XDs is the 5-7 round single stack mags that come with it. This XDm Elite will allow me not to have to carry an additional mag when I carry it like the XDs.

[@miketyson8933]

Most underrated pistol especially in the 10mm, has all the match upgrades. Glocks can't even compare!!!

[@Xander_Park]

10mm is pointless

[@Sirgromulus]

@@Xander_Park I guess you don't conduct any backwoods activities in bear country.

[@buddysumner4022]

It mite be pointless to you , but not for some people it not,

[@johnrhodes101875]

@@Xander_Park hell I think 9mm is pointless I bought a XDME 3.8 in 45acp but the 10mm would have been my second option over the 9mm I want stopping power and if 10 rounds or 13 cant do it then hell

[@robwilson3749]

They don't need to; they're Glock's.

[@3wheelmannc860]

Just picked up the 10mm version...fantastic offering. Will be getting the .45 acp as soon as I sell my Glock 30 G3. It's also a very good gun, but this update from SA is top notch imo.

[@micknordell]

Yeah, that magwell just needs to go for sure. I'm not sure how someone at Springfield didn't realize that it just don't work. It's so damn uncomfortable and I have tiny hands. Once it's Removed it's a dream to shoot. I Ando love it. Excellent carry choice. Thanks for the video

[@Sirgromulus]

I concur (as do most users). Makes a world of difference.

[@johnrhodes101875]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJC3iqF8dpZ2ras yep I watched this video and did the same thing and I'm planning on getting some of these 13 count magazines from them sucks there $48.00 but you have to take the magwell off to use them anyway so I did but yes it fit my pinky real nice now

[@thebusterdog921]

Funny, I just get used to all the idiosyncrasies of different pistols. Makes life easier and makes the pistol look better with the Maxwell in place. A really good looking pistol, and at 21-30 foot a tack driver. My go to carry pistol since I got it in August of 2022. Mine came with a really nice range bag and 4 mags OTD @ $550.

[@brucehaynes3044]

Not to mention that it interferes with the 13 round mag.

[@russconklin3414]

The iron sight design is a Springfield design, it's called the "Ball in the basket" and it is designed to get on target and back on target in a hurry.

[@rik4369]

I was skeptical of them but they work well for my old eyes lol. Very impressed by by my Springfield XD. Still debating adding a Red Dot. I only have one pistol with a Red Dot ( Canik SC) and.my stubborn Ole ass is a fan of the Optics on a smaller pistol. My SC is no fun or challenge to shoot. It hits where the Dot is ( if I.do my part with the trigger). Still in the fence about adding a Red Dot to my XDM. If someone sends me one, I would cross the river but my funds can't justify adding one ( Sig ????)

[@Jeffkeebz75]

Any idea why aftermarket sights say non osp? Trijicon says will fit XD, XDm, excludes OSP models! No idea why. Don’t sit where the optic goes or anything front sight seems like it would be ok rear is the confusion for some reason.

[@yellowboxster06]

Really liked this video. I’m partial to the 45ACP as well and I carry a Colt Defender most of the time. The Defender is reliable but I’d add a few qualifiers to that. The 3” 1911 in 45ACP is not necessarily an easy gun to shoot. It requires discipline and a seriously stable grip for the gun to cycle and eject properly. So that’s primarily why I’d consider the XDM Elite. I also own an HK45C that is nearly perfect but there is room for something in my collection larger than the Defender and smaller than the HK.

[@charlesdavis9529]

I can honestly say the sights on this firearm are far superior to a red dot

[@anthonylinzalone3935]

I have this gun in 10 mm Love it. Now i have 45acp on order.

[@Xander_Park]

10mm is pointless

[@rik4369]

Just shot my XDM today. Really impressed with the weapon overall. I was raised on 1911's so the Grip Safety went totally unnoticed. Those U shaped rear sites were my main concern. They turned out to be excellent out to 25 yards. I have to lock in my aiming points as it does print higher . The 6 o'clock hold worked pretty well past 10 yards. The front sites aren't that good for my old eyes. One issue was my aiming points were red orange and the red tude just blended in. Once turn the target around and used some black tape as an aiming point, all was well. I may change out the sites once I do some more research. All mags ( including used ones worked well) . My XD came with ( 2) 9 rounders. I didn't top them off but will take your recommendation on loading 10. I picked up some used 13 rounders with sleeves. I have the #1 sleeves , so must use the #1 backstrap. I may have to find some #3 sleeves , as I have bigger hands and want to try the largest BS. I removed the magwell. Only about 50 rounds shot but pistol performed as advised. I currently carry a Glock 30 S and won't be changing yet. The Glock 30 is almost the same size as this XDM. Not a Glock Fan Boy , just I know this weapon too well and it simply works! This is my second XD ( I think lol) . That trigger is excellent out the box. I shot my little Canik ( SC) also to attempt to compare triggers. That TP9 trigger is very well designed and smooth. XM is right up there so far. Nice video.

[@gatorunleashed275]

Wow another great firearm from Springfield, nice video.

[@ericachenbach2617]

Thanks. Love the videos. Good info and no fluff. And by the way, the xdm compact 45 is awesome - love it 😀

[@TheConcealedCarryChannel]

Thanks for watching! Welcome aboard.

[@devinmixon6068]

Hows the recoil? The Glock 43X was way to snappy for me

[@moicus29]

​@@devinmixon6068you prob want to try something like a beretta 92 compact, s&w 2.0 metal, or s&w 3900 or 5900 series. Sig 224 is also soft recoil, but heaviest of the bunch

[@Michael_Anthony74]

Great review!

[@texasreloader5844]

I removed the Hex optic from mine as well, I prefer it without it. Much more accurate in my opinion.

[@semlohde1]

I was tired of waiting for this 3.8" 45 to show up, so bought the older now discontinued XDM 45 4.5" 13RD. I sure didn't see a discontinued until a month after buying!! I have the XDME 10mm 3.8" of this. It's all good.

[@miketyson8933]

They hold 15 rounds in the full size, just like the 10mm, you're lucky you found one because in time its going to go up in value. All the match grade parts for the money try that with Glock and you'll be $1200 into the pistol maybe more

[@Fyoutube444]

@@miketyson8933 no they do not hold 15 rounds and the 4.5 hasn't even come out yet for the elite 45acp it'll probably like the others give it one additional round and then when the 5.25 Elite comes out two more rounds on top of that with the base plate extensions. You must be talking about FN holding 15 rounds cuz nobody else does without some kind of specialized magazine.

[@miketyson8933]

@@Fyoutube444 lol my first pistol was the Springfield XD in .45 and yes it holds 15+1 I never mentioned a barrel size but the Elite's I have are the 3.8. Not sure why you want to spit out numbers you are wrong about but here's another thing, I can take the 15 round .45 mags and use them for my 10mm. And other way around. You just have to know Springfield, sounds like you may of just started looking into them or just got one. Not sure why anyone would want a .45 now a days when my Underwood +P+ for 9mm will open up much bigger then the .45 if they even open up, some ammo have a lighter jacket and cut the lines for them to open up on slower speeds like the HST's I wouldn't shoot anything else out of a .45 but like I said why go .45 when you have 10mm it's superior in every which way!

[@Fyoutube444]

@@miketyson8933 you literally do not have Factory OEM 15-round magazines! For the 10 yes but not for the 45.

[@miketyson8933]

@@Fyoutube444 YES I DO!!! BETTER LOOK HARDER YOUNGIN!

[@DerekRC]

Hate optics as well on carry guns. Thanks for the review.

[@gutadin5]

better without the optics

[@zombieslayer7759]

I guess it all comes down to personal preference, but a red dot sight on a pistol gives you a huge advantage over using normal iron sights.

[@zombieslayer7759]

@@gutadin5 Eh, I'd disagree.

[@Xander_Park]

Optics on pistols LMAO 🤣

[@gemini2in1]

That extended mag feels great.. with the spacer and back strap to match too. I got one and said get another. And mines came with the 5 ten rd magazine and gun bag

[@gemini2in1]

I recently got one of these and that 10th Rd is something else to get in. I do like the sights. I want to change out the red sight for a green one.

[@michaelmurphy7241]

thanks for this review I have been in between this 45 and a 1911 for a back up 45 to my 13 round 45 I have just wanted a 2nd 45 just in case

[@joleitch82]

I'm 5'6 and I can definitely vouch that you can definitely tell 10mm has some bite to it. I have a Girsan MC1911 10mm absolutely love it! But man I tell you though if it wasn't for the compensator that came with it I would most definitely feel the full recoil of it 😅

[@jamieeisenhower1560]

Always remember a good leather hoster is better than plastic

[@mattmorrill2753]

Can you take off that lip on bottom of grip and still put 10+1 with pinky extension?

[@jsedbe0624]

Thank you for the grip view with the mag well. I have the original XDS in .45 ACP. I bought Pearce grip extensions for it so I could get a full grip on the weapon. I like the looks of this one. I am now wondering if I would need grip extensions if the mag well is removed.

[@hugostiglitz9864]

I have the 9mm version ad I don't need grip extensions with the mag well removed. I just ordered the 45.

[@BLACKWOLF-1911]

I just bought the xds in 45, asking myself do I really need a slightly larger gun for 3 more rounds. I don't know.

[@Prepper319]

Yes !

[@thebusterdog921]

Funny, I have regretted buying the XDS 45acp since the day I bought it 4 years ago. It is a piece of crap. The XDM Elite 45acp is a vastly superior pistol in my opinion. I bought the it about 2 months ago when it was on sale and came with a range bag and a total of 4 mags. As far as only three rounds the XDS only carries 5+1 with a flush mag and the XDM carries 10+1 with a flush fit mag, almost double the capisity. As far as the Red Dot goes, I am old school and have used Iron Sights my entire life and see no need for a Red Dot or Laser.

[@BLACKWOLF-1911]

@@thebusterdog921 can I ask you what trouble you were having. I read hundreds of reviews before I bought mine and I remember seeing only a few complaints mostly due to limp wristing the gun.

[@rik4369]

Yes. I had one in the 90's. Traded it. This one is different. Trigger a d sights are the difference to me.

[@thebusterdog921]

More like 5 rounds more on a flush fit double stack compared to the 5 round single stack with the XDs. Plus it's a much better pistol. I own an XDs also and it is a POS compared to all my other carry guns, and is nowhere as good as this XDm Elite.

[@GunGirlsATL]

I wonder if the 10 mm slide in the 45 ACP slide is the same slide?

[@Fyoutube444]

I've never had problems with CCI Blazer and I definitely prefer it over Winchester and a few others.

[@harvey947]

I have had problems with cci noticed projectile starting to reset in brass,especially over time loading and reloading same rounds” and even on some randomly I research it found others have to. Obviously qc not good on brass neck bullet set pressure.

[@ray.d.oeaux1230]

This is an excellent review. Thorough, and to the point. Do you have a preference when it comes to the Glock 30S?

[@karlmussman3654]

Got the 10mm version, excellent hand gun OPS, don’t have an optic, it’s a tack driver.

[@gswguy4554]

How do you like this one compared to a Glock 30 gen4? Thanks for the video 👍!

[@georgezener9527]

I carry the older version of this. Is the newer model worth buying?

[@thebusterdog921]

Only if you want a Red Dot now or in the future. It may be a little more refined than the original XDm but basically the same gun.

[@donio8194]

Great channel. In Your opinion which is better: xdm Elite compact in 45 or 10mm?

[@TheConcealedCarryChannel]

For personal defense, I carry .45 ACP, simply because it's less likely to over-penetrate than 10mm. When I go in the woods, I have a 10mm 1911 on me without fail. So, I guess it depends on your usage. Thanks for watching.

[@davidp4192]

Will it not hold the full size grip 4.5 or 5" magazine with the longer grips?? Like glock 26 will hold the g19 to the g17 ??

[@SpazzGotTHaK]

It should right?

[@thomaseynon6205]

Yes

[@Gusiakovakis]

Can you do a comparison video to the XDS mod 2 45acp 3.3 inch

[@chill62751]

You spoke about holsters. With Alien Gear does this fit the xdm 3.8 or the xdm 3.8 compact? Not sure what the difference is but Alien Gear has them separate.

[@shaqfrano3210]

Are comps able to go on this gun what can I do to have one on it.

[@tyemiller6204]

Read where you carry a 10mm. for woods and the 45 acp for defense, because of penetration. concerns…So here is my question….seems that I read that the SA XDM Elite .45 are able to handle +P loads and occasional 45 Super….I live in Montana and we have bears…big bears. I currently have 1911 officer model, that I have upgrade the eternal parts, which allows me to shoot +P loads comfortable. I am not familiar with the SA XDM’s…only shot one from a friend, it was in a 9. my interests in the XDM Elites is for a ‘woods’ gun, when I am out and about in the mountains…I. prefer the short barrels rather than full size. Any thoughts….thank you from Montana.

[@fumble_brewski5410]

I'd say that's sound advice regarding the 10mm vs. the 45ACP. Here in Idaho, we have mostly black bears, with a few grizzlies found in the northeast corner right close to Yellowstone. If you can handle the recoil on 10mm loads, then you're good to go. Cheers.

[@tyemiller6204]

@@fumble_brewski5410 thank you for the response, much appreciated. Have a great Memorial Day from Montana

[@fumble_brewski5410]

@@tyemiller6204 Likewise, neighbor.

[@henrycnicholsjr2701]

I would like to know about the glock mag you for that 30

[@bigclen6456]

How does the recoil compare to the Glock 30

[@Jim-oo7dk]

so does it fire bullets?

[@TwilightKid]

How would you compare this to the G36 which is what I carry. I want to move to a larger capacity and I know of people who have had discharges due to things getting into the trigger guard like the plastic or wood on the bottom of a draw string on a jacket.

[@antoniotula262]

This is probably bulkier than a G36, but not as much as G30. Maybe the XDS .45 if you're used to that size.

[@ryanbarr2977]

This is not to compare really to a 36 its really its own gun all by itself. Quality firearm good for self protection.

[@Aviation_Professional]

The extended mags are great for sure. Which did you buy?

[@FamousKeys]

Nobody realizes they come with +1 base pads to fit the mag well design

[@buddysumner4022]

I love these guns , I got the 9,10,and 45 in this gun

[@Fyoutube444]

BA!

[@Fyoutube444]

Now you just need the 40

[@lovetyron]

OSP Or Not...

[@semlohde1]

I do too, and sure would like a .40 barrel to swap in the 10.

[@Zigmaster5726]

This is excellent. The extended magazine makes this 13+1? How do you remove the magwell?

[@valoosheesago342]

Just got 1 today my 9 and 10 mm were getting lonely I told the Mrs

[@xxdropdeadxx6679]

Not looking to buy one but still like learning about other brands

[@levyrogers6979]

I've been a fan of the 45 cal for sometime, that said Springfield firearms are not going to let you down in my opinion. I have and carry a Springfield in the 45 for along time they are great guns. Springfield firearms are just going to go bang when you want or need them to. They hit what you piont them at everytime as well. That said, with all firearms you need to take care of them, clean, oil them after evey uses, this is what I have been taught. I own many of Springfield sidearms as well firearms. In my opinion you can't do much better for the price point and quality guys. The quality is there, customer service is there at least this is what I have found. So if you're thinking about getting a new firearm take a look at the Springfield line up and decide for yourself. Sorry for the rant guys, God Bless .

[@stanleycastleberry9936]

What kind of price on the gun

[@miketyson8933]

Compare the parts of the 2 pistols LOL the slide cut alone makes up the cost difference then add the match trigger and match barrel. Glock does it on purpose so you buy all your upgrades then you'll be into a pistol for $1200!! Such a mess Glock needs to get their game together I have been done with them, can't stand the way they treat their loyal customers

[@myblacklab7]

17:21 You point the barrel of the gun right at your hand.

[@slickydicky]

He verified the gun was clear at 5:10

[@myblacklab7]

@@slickydicky Is the rule that it's OK to point a gun at oneself, so long as it is "clear"? I guess that sort of thing works for people who never, ever make a mistake, but 99.999999% of people make mistakes sometimes, and thus we have the first rule of gun safety.

[@slickydicky]

@myblacklab7 it was 100% verified to be clear by the user. Who was by himself. Stop being a armchair range officer. You sound lame

[@myblacklab7]

@@slickydicky So the first rule of gun safety is "Never point a gun at anything you don't intend to destroy, unless you're sure that the gun is unloaded?" I don't think you understand the point of the first rule of gun safety. You shouldn't point a gun at anyone ever, because you want your muscle memory to be trained perfectly to never shoot anyone you don't intend to shoot. If you sometimes point guns at yourself or others, you're doing it wrong.

[@slickydicky]

@@myblacklab7 maybe this dude wants to lose a hand. Take a chill pill bro

[@FamousKeys]

Nobody realizes they come with +1 base pads to fit the mag well design

[@johnrhodes101875]

with my hands I took the mag well off of mine and just kept the bigger base pads on the magazines they came on them and it fits my pink way better this video explains it kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJC3iqF8dpZ2ras