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pdxmac · 03-28-2008, 08:35 PM

Hey all, just got my first XD the other day, and after breaking it down, I am a bit surprised that the rear slide rails on the frame seem to be solid plastic.. thought that they'd at least have steel inserts in them (ala Glock). Not super freaked out about it, but would love to hear any information or thoughts anyone has on the subject. Is this pistol going to wear really quickly in that area?

I'm coming to the XD from a sig 1911, so maybe I'm just having metal withdrawal symptoms..

Thanks in advance!

Aaron

propellerhead · 03-28-2008, 09:01 PM

I have over 12,000 rounds through my XD9 that has the same type rails. No signs of major wear.

pdxmac · 03-29-2008, 08:35 AM

Thats good to hear, I know the XDs have a stellar reputation, otherwise I wouldn't have added one to my collection..

Does anyone know if there are metal inserts inside them?

Cumminalong · 03-29-2008, 08:52 AM

No metal inserts, they are just a guide and do not actually support the action itself. If you look at the size of the actual action block (compared to that that of a Glock) it's enomormous.

You'll never even notice any wear on those rear pieces. Don't sweat it.

Besides, the polymer that these things are mode of is......ahem......a Bass-Tard! It'll put a hurting on carbide bits if you try drilling or cutting it.

pdxmac · 03-29-2008, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cumminalong

No metal inserts, they are just a guide and do not actually support the action itself. If you look at the size of the actual action block (compared to that that of a Glock) it's enomormous.

You'll never even notice any wear on those rear pieces. Don't sweat it.

Besides, the polymer that these things are mode of is......ahem......a Bass-Tard! It'll put a hurting on carbide bits if you try drilling or cutting it.

really..wow.. mind if I borrow yours to test that out?

Thanks for the reply!

Cumminalong · 03-29-2008, 10:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pdxmac

really..wow.. mind if I borrow yours to test that out?

Thanks for the reply!

Absolutely, you can borrow it anytime.....

Just send me a money order for $500, I'll cash it and then I'll send you the stripped grip frame to drill and cut to your hearts content.

But seriously.....

Enjoy it, it's a great gun. I tend to shoot my Sub-Comp more than any of my other ones.

1 - Because I always have it with me and 2 - It's friggin accurate!!!

I was out with a few bud's of mine a couple weeks back with M9's and Glocks, all with 4"+ barrels, and they were rather pissed that this little 3" .40 was putting together better groups than their duty weapons.

I really like my SC, it's my favorite gun by far.

digitalexplr · 03-29-2008, 10:17 AM

Don't worry about the "plastic"! These things are built like a tank!

03-28-2008, 08:35 PM	#1
pdxmac XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 7	XD40-SC Noob question.. Hey all, just got my first XD the other day, and after breaking it down, I am a bit surprised that the rear slide rails on the frame seem to be solid plastic.. thought that they'd at least have steel inserts in them (ala Glock). Not super freaked out about it, but would love to hear any information or thoughts anyone has on the subject. Is this pistol going to wear really quickly in that area? I'm coming to the XD from a sig 1911, so maybe I'm just having metal withdrawal symptoms.. Thanks in advance! Aaron

03-28-2008, 09:01 PM	#2
propellerhead XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Foat Wurth, TX Posts: 3,653	I have over 12,000 rounds through my XD9 that has the same type rails. No signs of major wear. __________________ XD-9 Tactical for IDPA, XD-40 Subcompact for concealed carry, XD-45 Service for home defense. Three models, three purposes, no compromises.

03-29-2008, 08:52 AM	#4
Cumminalong XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Phenix City, AL Posts: 181	No metal inserts, they are just a guide and do not actually support the action itself. If you look at the size of the actual action block (compared to that that of a Glock) it's enomormous. You'll never even notice any wear on those rear pieces. Don't sweat it. Besides, the polymer that these things are mode of is......ahem......a Bass-Tard! It'll put a hurting on carbide bits if you try drilling or cutting it. __________________ *XD9 Tactical (PistolGear Pimp )* - Pistol Gear drop-in barrel, Trijicon Sights, tungsten guide rod, SP sear and trigger, lots of polished parts *XD40 Sub-Comp (Everyday Carry Gun)* - Trijicon sights, SP sear and trigger bar, X2L, 165 gr Federal HST's *XD40 Service (Only thing stock is the serial number)* - Bar-Sto barrel, SP sear and trigger bar, Tungsten guide rod and spring, Dawson Precision sights, Operator magwell, lots of polished parts *XD45ACP Service* - TFO sights and 230 gr Federal HST's

03-29-2008, 10:17 AM	#7
digitalexplr XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Jefferson City, MO Posts: 634	Don't worry about the "plastic"! These things are built like a tank! __________________ XD9sc NRA Life Member

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03-29-2008, 08:35 AM	#3
pdxmac XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 7	Thats good to hear, I know the XDs have a stellar reputation, otherwise I wouldn't have added one to my collection.. Does anyone know if there are metal inserts inside them?