3.8″ XDM – Springfield Armory
Springfield Armory has debuted the latest addition in the XD(m) Series of pistols, the 3.8″ XDm Short Barrel for easy concealment.
The new 3.8 XDm is currently only fitted in 9mm. It packs a 19 rounds in the magazine and another one in the chamber. The 3.8 concealable 9mm raises the bar in personal protection and concealed carry. The image on the left shows a fiber optic sight that will soon be available in the XDM line.
Immediately noticeable on the 3.8″ is the slide serration. Instead of being straight lines they are more curved giving a new functional image to the traditional straight serrations on previous XD(m) models. It appears besides cosmetic changes in the slide, a new upgraded grip, and 3.8″ barrel the new XDM hasn’t changed much from the 9mm XD(m) introduction. There is a 4.5 oz weight difference over the full size where it’s closest competitor (Glock 19) only drops 1.5 oz from it’s full size counter part.
I haven’t yet seen one in person but will be interested to know how the next line of XDm Polymer Pistol’s hold up to its predecessors the XD(m) 40 S&W and XD(m) 9mm.
Specs |
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Caliber:
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9MM
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Magazines:
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2 – 19 Round, Stainless Steel
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Barrel:
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3.8″ Steel, Melonite ®,
Fully Supported Ramp |
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Sights:
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Dovetail Front and Rear (Steel) 3-Dot
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Trigger Pull:
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5.5 – 7.7 lbs
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Frame :
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Black Polymer
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Slide:
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Forged Steel
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| Overall Length: |
7″
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Height:
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5.6″
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Weight w/ empty mag:
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27.5oz
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Available colors:
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Black, Bi-Tone SS/Black
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*High Capacity Magazines may not be available in some states.
*Optional fiber optic sights coming soon… |
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