Why I chose The Springfield XD-M Elite 10MM || Over Glock, Sig, and Smith&Wesson

[@lonestarrepublic1836]

Don’t forget to comment with your EDC details! Appreciate all of you!

[@topsecretclownbusiness2266]

😁😁😁😂😂😁😁 yo I don't even know who you are I haven't even watched the video yet but I'm subscribing to say that I agree is an absolute understatement!!!!! I carry 2 Springfield XDM Elite 10 mm's with the 4.5 inch barrel and I tell people they are the best in the world and they are the thicker barrels the barrel harmonics all the features are insane and I really think the barrel harmonics is one of the reasons none of the other companies can get them to run right anyways God bless and you're right Beyond right .💗

[@CaptRicONeill]

My EDC is a Beretta PX4 storm sub compact with a veridian green laser/light. I have several different carry holsters including an inside the front in the groins area, a veridian auto-on outside the waist band. FYI- I just recently purchase the 10mm Sprinfield XDME you reviewed (have not even shot it yet) over the Glock which is what I carry on duty (9mm). I absolutley agree with you on the features of this weapon!

[@topsecretclownbusiness2266]

@@CaptRicONeill I'm telling you right now I absolutely love my I got one of the originals and one of the elites both 4.5 inch and I carry them both and I love them and the trigger on the elite is absolutely insane the reset on that thing is absolutely no joke once you get a feel for it and if you really got recoil control and you're a serious shooter than you can have some serious fun with that thing at the range ..... and I'm actually wanting to put peridian lasers on both of them I'm not going to do the one with the tiny one I'm not going to do the big one with the flashlight I'm going to go with the medium sized one with the flashlight in the laser in it those things are awesome automatic left and right draw holsters with with programmable laser and light combos those Viridian lasers are absolutely amazing to and I'm going to have to drop about $800 on them cuz I'm getting two of them.

[@Texas2Step79]

G32 .357 sig ... 124 grain Underwood jhp ...right hand 🖐 bravo concealment IWB holster ..

[@pt6998]

My EDC is this gun lol. How I have my XDM Elite 4.5 10mm setup for appendix carry. I removed the extended magwell attachment and swapped out the 16rd baseplate for the 15rd plate to make a little easier to conceal. Added the Talon rubber grip and Holosun 507c X2. Has been my main carry gub since I got it months ago. 100% reliable. Mainly shooting Underwood Ammo 180gr XTPs for carry and Magtech 180gr FMJs for practice.

[@rockie307]

Got a gen 3 and gen 4 glock 20, xdm elite 3.8 and 4.5. Started almost 15 years ago with glock 20 since I was a glock fan and shot competition with 17 it made since to carry the 20 in the backcountry. Always had trouble with reliability in my glock 10mms with full power loads. Tinkered with recoil springs and mag springs trying to get them to feed as recommended by buffalo bore never could. Finally settled with mild 10mm loads. Few years ago my brother bought a xdm 10mm to be different than me since I was a glock guy. To my surprise his shot everything perfectly no failure to feed with buffalo bore, underwood like mine. Doing head to head accuracy test we both shot the Springfields significantly better. Long story short I when the xdm elites came out I bought them. Been shooting the hell out of them with every brand ammo you can find including the heavy hardcast and both have been perfect. Swapped to carrying Springfields for 10mm still like my glock 9mms but done with glock 10mms. I now carry the xdms in grizzly country coming face to face regularly. Have no experience with the sig or smith but totally satisfied with my Springfields.

[@Hammerback0]

Ive had three glock 10s from 20s to 40 MOS long slide, shot everything from 40 smith and wesson ammo to buffalo bore and never had a malfunction. Shame u somehow ended up with a lemon (assuming u can hold and not limp wrist a 10, which my girlfriend can, so i assume u can)

[@rockie307]

@HammerBack45 Yeah I can. If you knew anything about guns and physics you would know limp wrist malfunctions happen more with weak ammo not full power. 10mm malfunctions typically occur because the slide cycles faster then the mag can feed. Weak people tend to let the gun recoil more slowing the slide cycle rate which actually helps 10mm top loads function.

[@Fyoutube444]

Great freaking comment! XDM over Glock and sig alldayeveryday!

[@rockie307]

@Richaag That is easily the best 10mm for the money might be the most reliable of all the 10mms. I've got 3 my brother has one all have been 100 percent reliable with all ammo.

[@S.0.G]

The issue was the barrel. The gen 5 match grade barrel esta everything

[@kd5216]

Just shot my Springfield XDM Elite 10mm 4.5 today for the second time. This is one beast of a gun, and I truly love shooting it especially with hot loads. Eats everything, it loves my Hornady XTP hollowpoint reloads as well and I've got them loaded hot too. EDC is Springfield XD Mod2 subcompact in 45acp, no attachments or red dot. Right handed shooter.

[@greggknott9950]

Looking to do a reload using Hornady 180. What’s your recipe?

[@fiveowaf454]

It's funny how many people see the grip safety as a negative. To me it's a positive to have that feature on a striker fired pistol. The number of negligent discharges that occur with Glocks and other similar handguns is not something to be ignored. Now I know people will flame me and say that's a training issue and I agree to a great extent, but what if for any reason my wife, or a friend has to use the firearm, who is not as familiar with the weapon? Anyone can foul up despite experience and training, plenty of Police Officers have, being tired etc. can all paly a part. On a full sized handgun firing a powerful round like 10mm, I cannot foresee an issue where you do not have a tight enough hold on the grip that a grip safety doesn't function. It's hasn't been an issue on 1911's. Personally I'd rather have it and I know others who have specifically chosen XD models for that feature. Only the other day I saw another law suit against a holster manufacturer due to injuries received from a gun going off during holstering. Each to their own, but I like that extra feature and don't see why it is viewed so negatively.

[@aaroniousairlines9087]

I would rather have a grip safety than a trigger safety, but even more would love the XD to have a wider grip safety like the 1911

[@fiveowaf454]

@@aaroniousairlines9087 I've played around with my 10mm XD extensively seeing at what point the grip safety disengages and how it might ever cause an issue, without ever finding how it could cause a problem, it only requires a loose hold and a small bit of movement before it no longer blocks it from firing. It does feel different to my 1911 in terms of width/shape but with the 1911 there are so many different options for the grip safety used by various manufacturers and in the aftermarket. I've found as I've become more familiar with handling the XD, I notice the grip safety less, because I'm not thinking about it and I'm just focused on improving my shooting skills. It becomes a case of "grip safety, what grip safety?".

[@tristantimothy1004]

Fiveo, Well said! " What grip safety." 😁 It's so lite & smooth it might as well not exist but I LIKE the added layer seeing I'm a klutz. I started w the 9mm XDM-E & being a lousy pistol shot was really impressed w its natural point ability w/o using the sights. Being a 40 year Alaska Bushman I've been bear attacked up close 3 times & it happens so fast there's NO time to aim, just point shoot & pray FAST. When I got the 10 my son timed me w his stopwatch. From draw ( Low side leg holster) to 4th shot w hot Underwood 220 Hardcasts was 1.2 seconds @ 15 yards into a 5 inch circle. Granted, the steel plate wasn't moving but that's still pretty impressive for an old fart like me. NO doubts whatsoever I could put 1 in a bears brain up closer even one handed if I had to fend off the bear w my non dominant hand/arm. Springfield really nailed the ergonomics w these units. Even one handed the grip safety is a NON issue.

[@kenneth3753]

I have the Springfield xdm 3.8 10mm after doing research. I love it. It is now in my cc rotation. My most frequent cc is the Springfield Hellcat. I carry right handed on my right hip iwb. All my cc guns are just bare steel sights.

[@shannonbarattini5772]

FOR CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE MOST DANGEROUS KIND. STEEL SIGHTS ARE THE WAY TO GO. YOU SHOULD BE ABLE WITH PRACTICE HIT A 4 INCH CIRCLE AT 20 YARDS AND IN. PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE UR LIFE AND UR FAMILYS LIVES WILL DEPEND ON YOU.

[@JoshuaFitzgerald-e3h]

I know this is an old video. I’m looking at 10mm compact pistols. This video is a big help.

[@kmccorkle69]

Love the video but the false reset i never pay attention when firing. So that makes no difference to me. I bought the desert tan XDM elite version love this gun.

[@Thebassguru84]

It’s simple. I bought the 3.8 version and absolutely love it. After buying a “glock” then adding a red dot I was in 1000$ and it wasn’t anything special. The Springfield just fits my hand better and the meta trigger is great. Plus you get a match grade barrel

[@Hammerback0]

A match grade barrel you can get in a threaded bar sto from Stringer Performance

[@jacobiwolf77]

​@@Hammerback0 do you mean Springer Precision?

[@johnsylvester3374]

I find my Glock 20 very uncomfortable to shoot. Plus I get Glock knuckle bad. Been really contemplating this spring field

[@backwoodscharlie8483]

I love all Springfield products I never had an issue with any of them whatsoever

[@ericlofroos2405]

Best 10mm review I’ve seen. Thank you!

[@mhmt1453]

I just bought one and it came with the “gear up” package (I got 6 magazines). I paid $599 at my ffl. Other than the optics plate thing, I love it. I also was pleasantly surprised to find out that the XDM Elite 10mm also fits into the hard case that I already had for the XDM 9mm, though it comes with a soft case.

[@thebusterdog921]

Hard cases are highly over rated. I mean, I have at least 25 of them up in the attic collecting dust, I don't know anyone that actually ever uses them to transports them to the range or store their guns in. He range bag I got with my XDm Elite is large enough to carry several weapons to the range.

[@desert_shenanigans]

So because they offer the suppressor height sights one the xdm 4.5 osp threaded, you can call springfield and order the sights for like 30 bucks

[@jerryconrad2737]

Excellent review. I am a fan of S&W like you but concerned about their failure to feed issues with the new 10mm M&P. That Springfield looks impressive. You got my sub.

[@fin_jan]

The grip safety is the BEST feature. I carry an XD Mod2 9mm appendix, every day. I train a lot. And I'm not worried about Glocking myself in the nuts while reholstering. Grip safety is a must (if you don't want to go manual safety p320).

[@andrerashad203]

I appendix carry a custom g19 with no safety whatsoever I built and I never had concerns about Glocking myself in the nuts but i hear alot of guys being c8ncerened about that. Only time I was concerned was the breif period of time I was appendox carryimg a kimber 45 just kuz it was so damn big and Im used to compact and subcompact pistols

[@mikehhedt]

Bro this gun is amazing. Strong like you’d expect but the recoil was waaaaayyyy better than I expected. I got the elite 4.5 10mm with the Hex dragonfly. I did put the taller sights to have back up for the red dot. Amazing so far

[@roberthalljr7175]

I just bought this one. Originally wanted the tactical version with the threaded barrel and suppressor height sights. Due to it being discontinued for the 10mm elite 3.8 carry. Either way, I've put suppressor height sights and a vortex venom on mine and no complaints after 300 rds. Got the gear up that gives 6 mags was perfect!

[@GoodGuysCarry]

I’m always surprised when ppl say they hate the grip safety…. I never fire my gun w out gripping it. It’s never been a bother and really I never notice it.

[@RedPillTruth2023]

I bought one a few months ago. It is my favorite firearm now! Very accurate and not much recoil. Great ergonomics

[@toribell8]

I also EDC a 3.8 Springfield xdm elite 10mm love it no issues accurate as all get out ,great content keep up the good work.

[@toribell8]

I'm a heavy guy so my only issue is an comfortable IWB especially with hex site

[@jeffreinardy7570]

So the Glock 20 Gen 5 has been out for a bit, How do you feel it compares to the Springfield? Do you have a comparison video? Thanks

[@tohany4free]

Very good video!! 👏🏼👏🏼 This is good example of why having competition in any market can only benefit the consumer

[@Livefreeordie907]

My edc is a 4.25” Springfield prodigy, I carry appendix with a Surefire xa300. 🤞. I have that exact same 10mm and I LOVE mine also. I did less research so was glad to hear you affirm that I picked the right one. The Xd’s I have had have all been flawless.

[@whitesand8]

The false reset happens when you partly cycle the slide or cycle it gently. Remove the magazine and fully cycle the slide and let it slingshot back like during actual shooting and it won't happen.

[@KevinBurdine-k4t]

I wondered what caused that. I have an XDM elite, however, I have never experienced the false reset at all. It runs great.

[@callsteveleslie]

I bought my Springfield xd elite 10mm 3.8” a few months ago. Since I carry it in my right pocket concealed it is big…but it works! I bought it even though Most friends including PD friends LOVED and highly recommend Glocks, Glock & Glocks!!! At the range, I rented several models and Brands (including Glock) and they ALL shot ok…But I Prefered the “Feel” the Grip and overall balance…So that’s what I spent around $600 and am Very Happy with it!!! Other Brands are Great…But I Made My Choice of my Cash Purchase…maybe next time? Great information and Great Channel!!! Keep up Great Content!!! .

[@googlechicken]

I’ve got the 4.5 XDM 10mm. It’s the earlier version not the elite and I love it. It’s my daily carry in the winter

[@dshanklin1586]

I carry Springfield xdm 10mm 5.25 barrel with a leather 4 n 1 inside the waistband holster. Loved it so much, I bought 2. I use hornady critical duty ammo for edc ammo draw and behind the back carry as well.

[@Fyoutube444]

Sweet!

[@adamshaw8214]

It's a shame they discontinued the 5.25 model.

[@jonerdmann6512]

Nice,, I was a lucky one and have the XDm 5.25" 10mm in FDE carries nicely EDC, OWB, RH draw, love the soft felt recoil with heavy loads. Woods carry ammo in my area of NW Montana is the Buffalo Bore 220-gr Hard Cast FN

[@bustabass9025]

I opted for the Sig XTEN. Love the way it fits my hands. My only other Sig is a P250 .45 ACP. It's one that I really enjoy shooting and will never sell. Pedigree is worth something to me when I'm shopping for new firearms. My EDC is an S&W M&P Shield converted to .357 Sig. A ton of good pistols and revolvers out there to choose from. Whatever works best for you is the way to go, not what works well for someone else.

[@nicspringer7353]

Have you been experiencing the magazine catching issues?

[@bustabass9025]

@@nicspringer7353 Not at all. It functions flawlessly. Only got about 100 rounds through it and yet to do a breakdown cleaning. These are well built pistols, in my opinion given my experience.

[@nicspringer7353]

@@bustabass9025 what rounds are you running through it? I have 4 magazines and after i load 13 rounds sometimes they get caught up. From what i can see my follower gets canted to the left side and gets stuck on its way up. Also currently unable to load the 15th round without denting the bottom round. I bought all spring replacements through springer precision as well as 5 round extension through them as well.

[@nicspringer7353]

@@bustabass9025 btw i agree the pistol itself is amazing and extremely well built. However the mags seem to be my only issue

[@bustabass9025]

@@nicspringer7353 I handload 180 grain FMJ FN cartridges. They feed trouble free, and load fourteen rounds effortlessly. The fifteenth requires some forcing, but does seat properly. I would note that for a full load of fifteenth, it chambers the first round better from the locked slide position. Still, I find no fault with either the gun or the two magazines that came with it. Nor have I felt the need to modify them in any way. It's been my experience as a thirty-plus year handloader that seating the bullets somewhere less than recommended overall cartridge length helps with loading and feeding. Especially, with hollow point bullets lead or jacketed. Keep in mind that factory ammo is designed to do one thing. That is to chamber and fire safely. Generally speaking that's all it's supposed to do. But it doesn't do it for every gun or every magazine. That too was my experience, which is the reason why I began handloading. Good luck with your troubleshooting.

[@royhill5284]

Nice video thanks for all of the info and I bought the Springfield armory XDME 10mm.

[@fragrancejourney01]

I choose this as my 10mm also but the 3.8 inch barrel.Nice video.

[@johnleon2594]

😎😎

[@2packofcorns362]

Picked mines up Christmas eve and it was only 594 out the door! 6 magazines and range bag! this is without the Red dot of course

[@MichaelBrown-yp1eq]

I purchase a Springfield XDM Elite 10 4.5, and love it. I enjoy taking it to the range to shoot it, but. what I would like to get is the Springfield XDM Elite 10 in a 5.0" or 5.25".

[@FrankGarcia-m7w]

How would you say the sound when shooting compares with other rounds? I'm concerned about my ear health and hearing, and want a platform that doesn't have a crazy sound signature. Sources exist for other rounds, but since 10mm is not mainstream, it's hard to find decibel ratings for it

[@josephigillis]

Great review, I have this in the 3.8, absolutely love it. I do want the Sig p220 legion 10mm though.

[@louiedaniello7758]

Hellcat Pro, right hand, AIWB, optic cut and TLR7 Sub. Content is great so far, I look forward to seeing more.

[@seanyoung5442]

Love the video pro and con were right on point I have XDM 10mm 3.8 left side inside the waistband carry And I also did the gears up promotion and receive 4 extra mags

[@Dirty2Clean1980]

That's what I'm packing. Ever since I bought the xdm 9mm 3.8 I went with the 10 mm over the glock gen 5

[@bigj4223]

The XD-M is a really nice firearm judging from your video. I only knew about two or three other 10MM pistols prior to buying my S&W M&P 2.0 10MM. I really like the M&P 10MM for all the same reasons you stated for your XD-M. I've only put about 3 to 400 rounds through it and have not had any problems that others have posted. My M&P has been flawless so far and I'm loving it. Smooth, flat, and accurate as well. Maybe the next time I visit the range I will try an XD-M. And I have a Holusun Green dot on my 10MM gun and it has suppressor-sized steel sights. My EDC is an M&P Shield Plus 3.1 inch 9MM I'm right-handed and carry IWB on my hip.

[@K1l1J0.Y]

Same taste

[@JamesHerbert-k8b]

I just purchased one 2/27/2024 and mine does not have the double reset. I put a Delta Point Pro on mine. I have a chest hostler for it and I am going to use it in the mountains. I also added Powder Precision grips. I love it. Great video thank you.

[@frankjfritz6929]

I have the 4.5 XDM Elite and like most I absolutely love it. Have even hit 6" steel plates @ 100yards offhand, granted only 3 out of 15 but the rest were all just misses. My primary edc is the Hellcat I carry IWB right side 4 o'clock

[@mrweeby1961]

This is the same dilemma I'm in right now, wanting a double stack 10mm. I really wanted the Rock Island 1911 but with the issues and magazine scarcity I am now only looking at the models you are looking at. Leaning to the XDm Elite with the gear up package. The M&P I was wanting to be great because I like them and have a 5" FDE model and 4" compact. I also have the XDm9 which is great. I carry the M&P 2.0 4" compact in a right hand 3-4 o'clock position. I've been through several Glocks and just really don't like them that much even though they are quality guns.

[@youmustvotenato]

I have the Smith 10mm. No issues. However, people have reported this gun having some feeding and ejecting issues. Either the guns work or they don't. IDK if Smith fixed it or if people figured out what was wrong but given a second chance i would probably go with someone else. That said, I love my Smith 10mm but I just ordered 200 rounds to make sure it'll run because I only tested a few bear loads when i took it camping.

[@robg7379]

Get the xdm 10mm and don't look back i have had plenty of glock20s and 29s all shit not worth it xdm is a beast fully supported chamber can shoot hard cast

[@TopDonBarrow]

I'm really debating on the RIA Tac 10mm with the threaded barrel or the "Big Rock" with the 6in barrel vs the XDM Elite 4.5. I'm really leaning to the RIA models but idk, I may just have to get both lol

[@TopDonBarrow]

I only considered the Xten just in case a chassis system came out for it like a Flux raider.

[@josephperez7015]

I just bought a 3.8 XDM... The advantage of the Glock however is the aftermarket parts. One of my favorite is the tungsten, 23 lbs guide rod... I can shoot full loads with them on both the 20 and 29, and it feels so smooth.

[@williecoleman5528]

My EDC switches between the Springfield Hellcat Pro and XDM Elite 3.8 10mm using OWB. I love both.

[@oakwoodmike]

Springfield hellcat pro. Right handed. AIWB. Good content keep it up!

[@thoughtfulthreadsAI]

Thanks for this video... I've been on the fence on a 10MM for a few weeks, I really enjoy my M1A, sticking to Springfield is soliid.

[@tormentorxl2732]

The best .45 as well. A lot of people don’t realize the ergonomics of XDM makes faster follow up shots by making the recoil more linear up and down.

[@walterhurdle9226]

The 10mm 3.8 Elite Compact fits the IWB and OWB holsters that I bought for my 9mm Elite 3.8 Compact. Amazing. Cost effective, baby. I do believe the .45 acp Elite 3.8 Compact also fits the same holsters. Also, I discarded the magwells that came with the 9mm and the 10mm. I now have a 19 round mag for the 9mm and a 15 round mag for the 10mm. They fit perfectly because I bought them directly from the Springfield website. Good prices, too.

[@corvetteman0714]

I have the XDm Elite in 10mm, and 9mm…I love both. I also have 2 glocks, but the Elites are better to me.

[@timtaler-su4nt]

Hello Corvetteman071, is it possible to swap zur slides between zur 10 mm and the 9 mm?

[@thegeekyouseek8229]

I bought this 4.5 version when it was first released which sadly means no OSP, I’m so tempted to upgrade. And I agree I’ve been a huge XD fan since SA first started selling the XD 45 carried it for 10+ years. Then switched to a G19 (god help me, hated it) for a year then bought the 10mm and carried it for 2 years. Now carrying a Bul Armory SAS II UL. If you’re a 2011 fan get one. Best decision I ever made was getting that. But I love the XDM platform so much I have it in 3 calibers .45 APC 9 and 10mm The 9mm is the elite model and it’s amazing.

[@Fyoutube444]

Great comment sir! May the force be with you!

[@Fyoutube444]

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[@googlechicken]

Bul armory makes excellent firearms I have the Magnum Research 10mm 1911 that is made by Bul and its hard to find a better 1911 for under 1000 bucks

[@misterj1968]

I finally found a youtuber that does not kneel and kiss the alter of glock every night... carry on Buddy

[@juansalas6259]

Got this exact gun in a We The People holster for IWB EDC. I had to modify the holster with a heatgun but its great now. Their Claw feature really helps to hide the gun under a t-shirt. Not too crazy about their single clip holder. I'm going to need to modify it as well..

[@elkhuntr2816]

The grip safety is a big plus for me, can be used to eliminate the possibility of certain negligent discharges when reholstering for example.

[@sedonamudsquid]

It has been a confusing mess for me, comparing all these 10mm. This video REALLY helped! Thanks. I'm a new subscriber. I use a Rossi .357 with a 2" barrel, no attachments. A OWB holster would be great!

[@edwardstanhope3030]

Great video! Been lookin Into this, after watchin this video will be gettin one. Right now I carry the Hellcat Pro, I also have the 45acp xdm elite.

[@j0917DW]

My carry is a G29 , and is awesome. I do want to get a full size in 10mm and looking at Springfield

[@RB-xv4si]

I just bought a Sig Sauer P220 Legion 10mm. Just got to get through the mandatory 7 day waiting period. Super excited.

[@wrigman]

I sorry you live in a oppressive state……… good choice with the Sig….

[@Fyoutube444]

XDM easily overclock all day everyday!

[@whocan81]

Was looking at the glock 20 but I think this is what I'll be getting after watching this. I have the 9mm elite tactical and love it.

[@CB-68-westcreations]

Recently picked up the Smith and WessonM&P 10 2.0 After I lightly sanded the grips to take down some of the aggressive texture, it became my daily carry

[@GoodDeedsBowieTX]

I appreciate you having the time to make the videos to where we know what will work and what won’t work for field, duty, service or defense in an active shooter situation out copy.

[@mariovazquez3874]

That false reset occurs only on dry fire, and only when the slide is released slowly. If you hard release the slide, or when shooting ammo it doesn't happen.

[@chrisruthford4492]

I found the same thing, only does it if you ease the slide forward.

[@ManuelofAnime]

There's another youtuber that said the false reset occurred while shooting for him.

[@RIPPER334]

@@ManuelofAnime happened for me also. Dry firing or live rounds... Didn't matter. I replaced the trigger and it almost completely went away, but was still there enough that it bothered me and I sold it, then went back to 20/29/40 for any 10mil. needs. had the same issue with an XDM... in fact, I've not had good luck with any of the Croatian XD guns I've owned.

[@Highgear145]

@@RIPPER334 Aftermarket trigger?? What trigger did you go with??

[@josephdiluzio5353]

@@ManuelofAnime he must be on one.

[@pvescio]

I think you just helped me decide which one I'm going with. Thank you.

[@ericjamesferrara]

Im picking up my xdm 3.8 in 9mm next month.so many holster choices.any help with an iwb would be greatly appreciated

[@Fyoutube444]

It seems he doesn't respond to comments.

[@Fyoutube444]

Just a heads up I use Alien Gear and they have awesome customer service and I haven't had any problems with the cloak the chest holster or anything else from them.

[@keithmorse568]

My EDC is Springfield XDS 45, 3.3”… IWB, right handed. No optics/lights

[@neillscott4192]

XDM is a better 10mm than G20 simply for the fact it can fire any ammo you put in it. Unlike the G20, where you have to switch out the barrel to shoot certain ammo.

[@mdubb4855]

What would you go with, a Glock 26 or XD9 in 3.1"? We now have the 3.8" XD-M Elite available but it's closer to a Glock 30 in size. For a carry gun I would definitely go for the 26 despite being chubby - its 4 ounces lighter. But I want to shoot hotter 9mm at the range, and I think the XD9 might be softer shooting due that extra weight. For home defense, I also lean towards the XD9, since the flush magazine can hold as many as 13 rounds, and it will of course take longer magazines from the service and tactical XD9 versions. The Glock 26 will take a flush 10 round (so 3 rounds fewer than the flush fit XD9 magazine but to get to 12 rounds it's no longer flush. Yeah the net result on either is the same length, but my experience with slightly extended mags is some finger pinch on the Glock 26 - while there is no finger pinching gap on the XD9.

[@yzfr1josh]

As to the false reset, I haven't noticed it while shooting however if you rack it slow like in many videos the double reset is present. Rack it with authority and the double reset disappears. YMMV

[@Z1ANGUY]

carried the G29SF for years..switched to the XDM 3.8 10mm a few months now..love both

[@sicmyde]

I carry the XDM 3.8 10mm. I think I'm getting the 4.5 10mm next

[@85jconley]

As of now I think this is the best option for 10mm as well. My edc is x macro with tlr 7 sub right hand appendix carried.

[@johnspink6557]

I also have the Springfield XD-m Elite 10mm and have it as my EDC in the winter. Fantastic performance. But… I am not a fan of the ambidextrous magazine release as I did accidentally had a magazine release while shooting this firearm. Great video 👍🏻

[@Patriotx-gx4ce]

I owned all XD series handguns since 2010. Nome have failed yet. The fact they are made in Croatia should be enough off reason to buy alone if you understand the factory they are made in and our work ethic. XD is beefier than most hand guns in same class and XD 45 acp stock, can handle 45 super ammo, while Glock falls apart as they did tests. Not to even mention better handle, ergonomics and that Croatia military uses it as services pistol. XD 45 acp service model with 4 inch barrel is my favorite one. Loaded chamber indicators, grip safety, trigger safety and dual springs. 14 years not a single scratch on it with repeated use! Some sight wear of finish but would have t take a very close look to even notice. Plastic holsters will do that. I have brand new MR920 and year later finish on it is completely off in some areas!

[@duanemcdaniel9642]

I'm going to be getting that next month.looked at the P320 10mm, but it actually had no safetys and its about 2x more. Like the double safteys on the XDM. I can't WAIT!!!!!

[@franknapolitano9144]

How does the new FN 510 compare to the those pistols ?

[@bobbygamble9483]

Thank you for a clean, focused style video. I became a fan of the 10mm bc of the smooth, steady firing and follow up shots. I used 9’s, and 45’s. This is a shopping list desire. SA XD-M 10mm 4.5 was my sidekick. The disadvantage is the size; as far as printing.

[@charleshutchinson1096]

Love my Springfield Armory XDM 45. I have three 45acps (Colt Goldcup, Kimber Ultra and my XDM). Love em all but my XDM is my best shooter (and bed gun). I have no doubt the 10mm is equally good and your review was excellent. Thanks for the positives and the negatives. My EDC is a sig P365, pocket carry and IWB carry.

[@AndyKimmerle-kx5mf]

I recently purchased a xdm elite 9mm, liked it so much I found a fde xdm elite 10mm and bought it as well. Powder river makes a pre-cut grip tape, probably best upgrade out there.

[@PeteMKringIV]

I’m also n the market for a 10mm as a Hunting carry. I’m torn between the XDM/G20 the sig is OFF the table due to their controversy. I do intend on running a TLR-1 and a RMR. I’m leaning towards the XDM. I plan to run my 10mm in a chest rig from Gun Fighters Inc

[@nicspringer7353]

I take it you are referring to the p320 “going off by itself”

[@noobstacker7035]

I have a spring field xdm-elite 3.8” barrel. It had a red dot and tlr-7 light on it. I’m right handed also and usually carry aiwb.

[@jeffreyhuffman6230]

I have the same Springfield you show in this video. The XDM Elite 4.5" OSP. The only difference is I bought mine with the hex dragonfly optic, and I love the entire setup. I wish I had your holosun, but I opted for the dragonfly, and I really do like it. This firearm is my favorite out of all my firearms, my Sig, S&W's, etc. I love this pistol. I can put 5 rounds in a 1/2 in groups @ 25 yards standing. It is just super accurate, and I completely agree with you the recoil is so manageable, and no problems eating ammo. It eats anything I feed it. I don't have the light. Id love to get one for home defence use, but right now, all I have is the 4.5" with the dragonfly. Also, I'm right handed and I would carry my Springfield 10mm OWB on a 1.5in gun belt if I had a holster, so here's crossed fingers. Hopefully I win. Love your material. Keep up the great work. I got the gear up deal. Just so you know, the range bag is really small and not too usable. The big deal for me was the 3 free mags. I love having those additional mags. I'm looking forward to your next review. Thanks for having the drawing.

[@christopherandersen8096]

I’ve been hearing that the 10mm Glocks polymers can crack after a thousand rounds.

[@lostmule6917]

Glock 19 gen3 IWB between the 3 and 4 o'clock position, no lights no red dot

[@georgemacewan9674]

My 10 mm go to is a S&W 1076ns. I have always really like this gun. Its a very sweet shooter and I found it easy to control. Only thing I can think of on the minus side is the magazine. I'm limited to 9 rounds with one in the chamber. I have no trouble finding holsters for it. I just carry two extra mags rather than just one.

[@corydudley2469]

Springfield XD.40 subcompact is my EDC. As far as holster I carry in a custom molded carbon fiber iwb typically. Depending on what, where, when, and how i intend to need the firearm for. Hiking I carry in a custom cross chest holster or strong side kidney carry.

[@jimbobborg22]

I own multiple 10mm pistols and revolvers. I bought the original SA XDM10 that wasn't optics cut. Since it's been a year since you got this, how is the optic holding up on your XDM? Any issues? I'm going to get my XDM's slide cut for a specific optic so no adapter plate needed, just need to know if I should get the Holosun or something else. Thanks.

[@DonMartin-n6z]

Have you found a comparable holster for this firearm? Thanks

[@AllenBuck-t3y]

I'm also looking into getting a 10mm. Looks like I'm going to get the Springfield you have in front of you

[@terryfortia3323]

I have a Springfield XDM 40 cal 4.5 can I swap the barrel and replace it with a 10mm barrel?

[@brutaltruth73]

Hello. I carry a Sig p365 with no attachments, IWB appendix right handed.

[@donniem6191]

Great review, I was so close to getting the Springfield when the gear up special was going on. Wish I did but I guess the kids got more presents. Carry a shield plus optics cut RH aiwb

[@josephpierrelouis2311]

2:52 my everyday Carrie went from the Glock 19 to now the old Springfield hellcat and now it’ll be the echelon my Glock 19 I had a in the band holster. It was a clip, but I’m looking for the new GC holster now GC three holster I think is what it’s called. Now I’m looking for a new 10 mm Springfield.

[@renegaderetiree60]

I CC a XDs .45 cal w/ Sig red dot, OWB/R. Honestly, it isn't all that difficult to CC, when all you have to do is conceal it. Looking to change to a 10mm, just for a change up and "Its & Grins". I am researching this, and am not surprised of Springfield Armory's capabilities.

[@kevinstarski1598]

I hope they fixed the bottom lip coming loose after going through a magazine or two. Local shop confirmed the issue, however dealing with Springfield was frustrating and the gun had to go back and forth 3 times before they finally sent replacement. Took half a year I think...not impressed...

[@GustatusSimilisPullus]

I have been shooting my XDM for months and never had any idea of the false reset. I went and checked mine, and it was there. So, in all, it has zero effect on day to day shooting. Almost no one relies on a sound queue to reset and fire their weapon.

[@Smash17751]

I carry the Springfield XDS3.3 .45 right now saving to get the XDM elite 10mm 4.5

[@captainjoesanglingadventur4894]

Springfield XDM 9mm Full-size no attachments. Primary carry is appendix but also just about 2:00 ish

[@juniormorgan5401]

So I can use hardcast ammo without any issues?

[@Osmonic74]

This, FN510 and Smith and Wesson M&P10 are the firearms I am looking at for bedside home defense firearm. Since reliability is the most important feature I have ruled out the M&P10 and am down to FN510 or XDM Elite. I will plan on running optics and light, probably TLR-1HL with Holosun 507C-GR. EDC for me is Shield Plus with TLR-6 and Tulster holster.

[@w4fej]

I carry everyday with the Springfield XD9 4" 9mm and the holster I use is the Alien Gear IWB "Cloak 3.5" I have a whole drawer full of holsters and this Alien gear is so comfortable I sometimes forget I am carrying it. By the way I carry at 5:30-6:00 o'clock position.

[@user-mp2yy3vx6r]

It's funny what you said about the trigger. Do you really pay attention to those insignifican things when You are at the range?

[@LazerMax22]

my everyday carry is: XDm 3.8 9mm, suppressor high fiberoptic irons, Holosun 509T, and an Olight Baldr S. I carry Right-handed inside waist band at 4 oclock. It would be awesome to win a new holster for my Bday.