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SoCalXD · 01-16-2007, 05:06 PM

Background: As a lefty shooter, I can't get a good slide release on my XDs using my index finger, like I can on my Glocks and 1911s.

I received the following response back from SA Custom shop: "...not currently offering nor any plans in the future to offer a modified slide release..."

I mentioned this problem to Scott @ Springer Precision when I shipped him my SC for a trigger job last week and he said he'd think on it and see if he could find a solution...HE DID! :

I officially deem this to be forever referred to as the "Springer Lefty Mod"!

The simple beauty of this mod is that it works better than stock both left handed and right handed, both for slide release and for slide lock and it is not an "extension", but a "reduction"; which should keep it legal for all IDPA/Production classes of competition, as well as keeping it's low, snag free profile for carry.

He has milled off the upper portions of the finger grooves of the slide release, leaving only the bottom 1.5 grooves remaining, which provides a "contact shelf" for an index finger (or thumb). He has also done some additional precision shaping work. The result: An index finger slide release can be quickly accomplished by contacting not only the new low shelf, but also all four corners of the tab (stock, only the upper front corner of the tab could be used for an index finger slide release). The low position of the shelf allows me to drop the slide without much if any movement of the gun out of my primary grip, making it faster, more secure and surer then looking for the upper forward corner of the stock tab and having to roll the gun forward in my hand to hit that corner.

Only downside: Girlie-men might not like the slight subcutaneous pain caused by the sharpish edges required to get the sure release. I did 20 index finger slide releases in about 20 minutes. I felt a slight subcutaneous pain each time, but no surface lacerations or scratches of any kind. I did not notice any reduction of trigger finger index sensitivity changes after any of the slide releases. Twenty minutes after this, the upper tip of the pad on my index finger was slightly sore, but nothing that didn’t disappear in an hour. Since most people won’t be shooting to slide lock more than a couple of times either in competition or on the street, I think this is really a non-issue, but I thought it would be worth a mention.

Scott also cold blued the tab after the mod, which should be at least as durable as the SA factory pre-melonite finish

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This is a great solution for Left handed shooters who know that saving a fraction of a second, either on the street or in competition, can be the deciding factor in the outcome of the shoot. It works well for Right handers as well; providing a much more sure low thumb shelf vs. the stock tab.

Since this is a first try for Scott, I'll refrain from sharing what he charged me for the work and let him finalize his pricing on this mod. Let's just say that you'd be crazy not to have it done if he already has your pistol for some of his other fine gunsmithing services.

Thanks Scott!

sturmruger · 01-16-2007, 05:15 PM

I all ready rest my thumb on the slide release this might be a nice mod to have.

SoCalXD · 01-16-2007, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by sturmruger

I all ready rest my thumb on the slide release this might be a nice mod to have.

I just tried that righty for you...the rear of the upper ledge could probably use to be radiused a bit more. It has a bit of a point that probably wouldn't feel all that good after 50rds or so. I'll try it at the range and let you know.

**Loves2Shoot** · 01-16-2007, 08:40 PM

I was thinking you might like it.

The radius for righties is easy.

Tim James · 01-17-2007, 05:40 AM

I don't think that would be legal for USPSA Production class since it is an "external modification," but anyone who complains about it at the local level is a weenie, so you'll probably be fine.

SoCalXD · 01-18-2007, 01:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim James

I don't think that would be legal for USPSA Production class since it is an "external modification," but anyone who complains about it at the local level is a weenie, so you'll probably be fine.

Good point.

DNM · 01-18-2007, 02:39 AM

These may sound stupid and I SHOULD know the answer to this but can the XD be in Production. As it is a "Single Action Pistol".

Or do we classify because of "safe action"?

Tim James · 01-18-2007, 06:43 AM

It's a safe action / striker-fired so it can play in USPSA Production. IDPA considers it single action so it is in Enhanced Service Pistol instead of Stock Service Pistol where all the Glocks are. It doesn't really matter, you will have fun either way.

SoCalXD · 01-28-2007, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim James

It's a safe action / striker-fired so it can play in USPSA Production. IDPA considers it single action so it is in Enhanced Service Pistol instead of Stock Service Pistol where all the Glocks are. It doesn't really matter, you will have fun either way.

+1

Since we are forced to shoot IDPA in the ESP class, you might as well add the mag-well, becuase you'll need that speed in reloads to make up the extra 10 seconds for rankings over shooting a Glock in SSP!

(wait a minute...that means IDPA considers a Glock a much slower gun than a XD...hehe!)

01-16-2007, 05:06 PM	#1
SoCalXD XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 516	New XD Slide Release Mod from Springer Precision ! Background: As a lefty shooter, I can't get a good slide release on my XDs using my index finger, like I can on my Glocks and 1911s. I received the following response back from SA Custom shop: "...not currently offering nor any plans in the future to offer a modified slide release..." I mentioned this problem to Scott @ Springer Precision when I shipped him my SC for a trigger job last week and he said he'd think on it and see if he could find a solution...HE DID! : I officially deem this to be forever referred to as the "Springer Lefty Mod"! The simple beauty of this mod is that it works better than stock both left handed and right handed, both for slide release and for slide lock and it is not an "extension", but a "reduction"; which should keep it legal for all IDPA/Production classes of competition, as well as keeping it's low, snag free profile for carry. He has milled off the upper portions of the finger grooves of the slide release, leaving only the bottom 1.5 grooves remaining, which provides a "contact shelf" for an index finger (or thumb). He has also done some additional precision shaping work. The result: An index finger slide release can be quickly accomplished by contacting not only the new low shelf, but also all four corners of the tab (stock, only the upper front corner of the tab could be used for an index finger slide release). The low position of the shelf allows me to drop the slide without much if any movement of the gun out of my primary grip, making it faster, more secure and surer then looking for the upper forward corner of the stock tab and having to roll the gun forward in my hand to hit that corner. Only downside: Girlie-men might not like the slight subcutaneous pain caused by the sharpish edges required to get the sure release. I did 20 index finger slide releases in about 20 minutes. I felt a slight subcutaneous pain each time, but no surface lacerations or scratches of any kind. I did not notice any reduction of trigger finger index sensitivity changes after any of the slide releases. Twenty minutes after this, the upper tip of the pad on my index finger was slightly sore, but nothing that didn’t disappear in an hour. Since most people won’t be shooting to slide lock more than a couple of times either in competition or on the street, I think this is really a non-issue, but I thought it would be worth a mention. Scott also cold blued the tab after the mod, which should be at least as durable as the SA factory pre-melonite finish . This is a great solution for Left handed shooters who know that saving a fraction of a second, either on the street or in competition, can be the deciding factor in the outcome of the shoot. It works well for Right handers as well; providing a much more sure low thumb shelf vs. the stock tab. Since this is a first try for Scott, I'll refrain from sharing what he charged me for the work and let him finalize his pricing on this mod. Let's just say that you'd be crazy not to have it done if he already has your pistol for some of his other fine gunsmithing services. Thanks Scott! __________________ My XD-40's: Duty, IDPA & Home-Defense: Tactical: Springer Trigger & Slide Release, Dawson Adj. Tritium Sights, Full Cobra Chrome, CC Mag Release, D.G.R., 16# Spring, Magloc Magwell w/full beveling, Pachmayr Mag Bumpers, Insight 3X w/contured remote. EFK 9mm Conversion Barrel for IDPA & Training. CCW: SC: Springer Trigger & Slide Release, TFOs, Canyon Creek Mag Release, Pearce Extensions, Sand Decal Grips.

01-16-2007, 05:15 PM	#2
sturmruger XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: River Falls, WI Posts: 665	I all ready rest my thumb on the slide release this might be a nice mod to have. __________________ XD Aficionado pics of my guns

01-16-2007, 08:40 PM	#4
Loves2Shoot XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Bend, OR Posts: 2,528	I was thinking you might like it. The radius for righties is easy. __________________ www.SpringerPrecision.com The XD Specialists - Our web store is now online!

01-18-2007, 02:39 AM	#7
DNM XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,384	These may sound stupid and I SHOULD know the answer to this but can the XD be in Production. As it is a "Single Action Pistol". Or do we classify because of "safe action"? __________________ "As I walk down the valley of the Shadow of Death I have no fear because I am the meanest motherfu**er in the whole valley" - General George S. Patton

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01-17-2007, 05:40 AM	#5
Tim James XDTalk Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Space Coast, FL Posts: 51	I don't think that would be legal for USPSA Production class since it is an "external modification," but anyone who complains about it at the local level is a weenie, so you'll probably be fine.

01-18-2007, 06:43 AM	#8
Tim James XDTalk Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Space Coast, FL Posts: 51	It's a safe action / striker-fired so it can play in USPSA Production. IDPA considers it single action so it is in Enhanced Service Pistol instead of Stock Service Pistol where all the Glocks are. It doesn't really matter, you will have fun either way.