What would you think should be factory equipment? - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

John A. · 07-16-2006, 11:36 AM

I have noticed that there isn't an abundance of aftermaket accessories other than holsters and sights available for the XD's which I think is sad because the XD/2000 is a solid platform, but could use some tweaking.

I am glad to see EFK FireDragon offering conversion barrels and was the reason I bought an XD instead of a Glock, but what aftermarket accessories or upgrades would you like to see Springfield incorporate into them from the factory.

Here's my list:
Extended slide stop/release because I shouldn't have to reposition my
pistol to hit it or hit it with my left thumb
Extended mag release--I have recently found an extended button
better slide finish--the factory finish is just too thin and scratches too
easily for daily/duty carry
Adjustable sights as standard or factory upgrade option since I really
dislike the 6 o clock aiming method.
Solid recoil rod instead of the factory hollow one. The removed weight is
not worth the accuracy problems associated with binding
And my biggest observation would be to remove the excess creep in the trigger before the trigger safety engages. If you have ever worked the trigger while the slide is off and watched everything move, the amount of movement in mine is to the point that it is borderline slop.

tec · 07-16-2006, 11:56 AM

So, being as it seems you don't like your XD, I'll take it off your hands for $250.00.

TA · 07-16-2006, 02:55 PM

The XD accessories arena has definitely become better. It wasn't all that long ago when even a holster designed for the XD was difficult to find.

gsh341 · 07-16-2006, 03:29 PM

I'm actually really happy with the design of the XD. About the only thing I wish I could have had as "factory standard" is the Trijicon sights. These are an option now, but I feel they should be standard.

As for the trigger creep that you mentioned, I have absolutely no problem with it at all. I don't even notice it after the first shot, and it barely registers before that.

I agree that a solid guide rod, is more dependable, but I do like the captive spring. I am still undecided about it for now.

The finish has been addressed on the new XDs and supposedly the melonite is a much better finish. I really don't care though because I like mine just fine. A little wear on the finish looks good to me.

**akr** · 07-16-2006, 04:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tec

So, being as it seems you don't like your XD, I'll take it off your hands for $250.00.

$275!!!!

BBunin · 07-16-2006, 05:33 PM

I have to admit, I do not understand why they don't offer a "Loaded" version.
Only thing is; what would they put on it?
Other than sights, which are a toss up; Trijicons, FO, or adjustables, you won't please everone.

standerson · 07-17-2006, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akr

$275!!!!

$280.00, that's my final offer

demon · 07-17-2006, 06:51 AM

I thought that you could get the adjustable sights from the factory as well. I would like to see a larger slide stop installed from the factory as well as the Tru-Glo TFOs a factory available sight option.

Another thing that I would like to see is a couple different models:
1. A "compact" model with the SC grip and slide from a service.
2. A single stack model with a thinner grip for better CCW in SC and "compact" and maybe service.

invssgt · 07-17-2006, 08:24 AM

Available OEM SPARE PARTS!

I know nobody at Springfield will sit up nights worrying about this, but until they resolve this issue I will not buy or recommend these guns for duty or defensive use. Period.

Odin · 07-17-2006, 08:39 AM

They don't have to because the gun has a lifetime warranty. They do pay for your shipping to them.

07-16-2006, 11:36 AM	#1
John A. XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: KY Posts: 786	What would you think should be factory equipment? I have noticed that there isn't an abundance of aftermaket accessories other than holsters and sights available for the XD's which I think is sad because the XD/2000 is a solid platform, but could use some tweaking. I am glad to see EFK FireDragon offering conversion barrels and was the reason I bought an XD instead of a Glock, but what aftermarket accessories or upgrades would you like to see Springfield incorporate into them from the factory. Here's my list: Extended slide stop/release because I shouldn't have to reposition my pistol to hit it or hit it with my left thumb Extended mag release--I have recently found an extended button better slide finish--the factory finish is just too thin and scratches too easily for daily/duty carry Adjustable sights as standard or factory upgrade option since I really dislike the 6 o clock aiming method. Solid recoil rod instead of the factory hollow one. The removed weight is not worth the accuracy problems associated with binding And my biggest observation would be to remove the excess creep in the trigger before the trigger safety engages. If you have ever worked the trigger while the slide is off and watched everything move, the amount of movement in mine is to the point that it is borderline slop. __________________ "The 2nd Amendment wasn't adopted into the Constitution because the authors liked guns or the destruction they could cause, but to give ordinary citizens the ability to protect themselves and their family and to take up arms against anyone in a governmental position who tried to deny those fundamental and God given rights." Ecclesiastes 3: 1-8 Last edited by John A.; 07-16-2006 at 11:39 AM.

07-16-2006, 02:55 PM	#3
TA XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: N.E. Ohio Posts: 115	The XD accessories arena has definitely become better. It wasn't all that long ago when even a holster designed for the XD was difficult to find. __________________ http://www.topgunsupply.com

07-16-2006, 03:29 PM	#4
gsh341 XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 2,899	I'm actually really happy with the design of the XD. About the only thing I wish I could have had as "factory standard" is the Trijicon sights. These are an option now, but I feel they should be standard. As for the trigger creep that you mentioned, I have absolutely no problem with it at all. I don't even notice it after the first shot, and it barely registers before that. I agree that a solid guide rod, is more dependable, but I do like the captive spring. I am still undecided about it for now. The finish has been addressed on the new XDs and supposedly the melonite is a much better finish. I really don't care though because I like mine just fine. A little wear on the finish looks good to me. __________________ "For those of us who exercised our privilege to serve our country, I can honestly say we did it proudly and shared a common bond of patriotism that those who were unwilling to answer our country's call will never understand or appreciate." - Dennis Foell

07-16-2006, 05:33 PM	#6
BBunin XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 2,029	I have to admit, I do not understand why they don't offer a "Loaded" version. Only thing is; what would they put on it? Other than sights, which are a toss up; Trijicons, FO, or adjustables, you won't please everone. __________________ . When seconds count, the police are only five minutes away. ------------------------------------ MY PARTIAL TOY LIST XD-9 5" (Production) XD-40 5" (Limited10) SA 1911 Loaded (Limited10/SingleStack) STI Spartan (Limited10/SingleStack) Kahr PM9 (CCW) KT P3AT (CCW) Remington 11-87 (Trap) Remington 870 Express (HD/Trap) Misc Rifles for fun and hunting

07-17-2006, 08:24 AM	#9
invssgt XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,413	Available OEM SPARE PARTS! I know nobody at Springfield will sit up nights worrying about this, but until they resolve this issue I will not buy or recommend these guns for duty or defensive use. Period. __________________ It ain't personal. Nothing contained herein is intended is to offend the immature, retarded, hyper-sensitive, emotionally/hormonally unstable, or otherwise easily-offended. But if it does- don't cry to me. I don't care. "Sarge" www.thesixgunjournal.net http://sargesrollcall.blogspot.com/ LOCK & LOAD the VOTE!

07-16-2006, 11:56 AM	#2
tec XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Holland Ohio Posts: 8,721 Blog Entries: 1	So, being as it seems you don't like your XD, I'll take it off your hands for $250.00.

07-17-2006, 06:51 AM	#8
demon XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: SE Tennessee Posts: 514	I thought that you could get the adjustable sights from the factory as well. I would like to see a larger slide stop installed from the factory as well as the Tru-Glo TFOs a factory available sight option. Another thing that I would like to see is a couple different models: 1. A "compact" model with the SC grip and slide from a service. 2. A single stack model with a thinner grip for better CCW in SC and "compact" and maybe service.

07-17-2006, 08:39 AM	#10
Odin XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 555	They don't have to because the gun has a lifetime warranty. They do pay for your shipping to them. __________________ MK12 Mod1 SPR XD45 Tactical XD9 Service

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