Springfield Armory has introduced a new version of the popular .45 ACP XD Service Pistol. This model adds an ambidextrous thumb safety on the frame that closely mirrors the 1911. The thumb safety was placed far back on the frame, making it very easy to manipulate.
The Springfield XD pistols have been described as a modern day 1911, and in fact the Springfield XD does draw much of it’s inspiration from the 1911. I have talked with numerous 1911 shooters who were never impressed by the Glock pistols, but who are enamored with the XD line.
So, if you like the XD pistols, and have been waiting for a thumb safety, your wait is over. Springfield is delivering these pistols now, any you should find them on your dealer’s shelf.
15 responses so far ↓
1 Ed Ely // Feb 8, 2008 at 6:07 pm
It’s about time!!
SA is AOK.
Ed
2 Reese Cooper // Feb 16, 2008 at 2:25 pm
Though it’s not needed, due to the XD’s excellent safety features, I still view it as a welcomed addition to this excellent pistol!
3 Dan // Feb 27, 2008 at 4:52 pm
I can’t wait to see one of the XD pistols with the ambi-dextrous thumb safety. When will they REALLY be on the gun dealers’ shelves?
4 Dan // Feb 27, 2008 at 4:54 pm
Will the XD also have the ambi thumb safety available on the 9mm and 40S&W models too?
5 Frank McDougal Jr. // Mar 12, 2008 at 5:01 pm
With any luck they will produce the compact model with this option soon. Another solid delivery from Springfield. According to other blogs, the new Springfield will be in the stores by June.
6 Richard Harris // Mar 22, 2008 at 10:12 pm
I agree it’s not needed but still a nice addition. I can’t wait to get one. I already own an XD 40 and the XD 9mm. This will be a welcome addition. I don’t think I will ever buy another type of handgun ever again. Although the 1911 is always a favorite.
7 Pepe Garcia // Mar 24, 2008 at 9:07 pm
I ‘ve been looking at the XD as my first hand gun. I was originally looking at the Rueger P345. After being directed by a dealer , to these, I have been decided on them. I was looking for the side safty and he didn’t have any info. on them. When are they available and not that it matters, what is the cost. Because I’ve decided on the XD as what I am going to buy.
Please give me all tha info. you can on the options. I don’t want to buy one and say ” should of, could of would of ”
Thanks,
Pepe Garcia
8 admin // Mar 25, 2008 at 10:20 am
The XD with the tumb safety is shipping now. More information is here.
Thusfar, Springfield has said that the thumb safety will only be available with the .45 ACP. Consumer demand, I’m sure, could sway them.
Richard
9 Frank // Mar 25, 2008 at 11:46 am
I bought an XD45 a year ago without the thumb safety. Will I be able to convert my existing XD to have the thumb safety?
10 ASM826 // Apr 9, 2008 at 1:42 pm
They are in the stores now. I held one today. I bought an XD compact .45 acp about 6 months ago, wish I had waited, I like the thumb safety.
11 Pat Watters // May 22, 2008 at 5:52 pm
I too held one today. A sweet pistol and for the price, you get a lot!!!!
12 Will Thompsen // Jun 7, 2008 at 11:36 am
I am looking far and wide for three magazine accessory packs for 45 full size xd. Please help me locate retailer that stocks this item.
13 admin // Jun 7, 2008 at 10:40 pm
If anyone can help Will, post a message here. Thanks!
14 Terence // Jul 1, 2008 at 4:28 pm
I just bought one today. I was very impressed. I had a Glock .40 before. The Glock wasn’t bad, but i wanted to ensure big bore stopping power. The gun has a nice smooth trigger pull, and sights line up nicely. I have huge hands and it fits to a tee. Can’t wait to hit the range with it.
15 BOBBY // Jul 6, 2008 at 9:24 am
ALREADY HAVE ALL OF THE XD’S IN FULL SIZE—JUST BOUGHT THE NEW XD(M) IN 40 S&W. S-W-E-E-T. LOT’S OF IMPROVEMENTS
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