XD history question - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

laserguy · 03-19-2007, 09:56 AM

Gentlemen,

I was curious if anyone knows whether or not if any fullsize 9, 40, 357sig XD's came in to the country any other configuration than the 3rd gen HS2000 with the XD logo? This is particularly important as I am designing an accessory which I want to be compatible with all XDs.

Additionally, does anyone have any rough numbers on how many HS's are in the country as well as how many XD's have been imported to date?

Your input is greatly appreciated.

Thanks

laserguy · 03-20-2007, 09:13 PM

OK, so I answered one of the questions myself: I have found a second generation XD with only one cross slot on the rail and a large "Croatia" stamped on the left side of the side.

Can anyone tell me how common these are, and even better, roughly how many are in the US?

Thanks

Don · 03-20-2007, 11:32 PM

Most early members think of generation numbers as applying to HS models and not the Springfield models, so be careful of the info. 3rd gen has rails in my mind, but not two slots in the rail. I have never heard the term 4th gen to describe rail slots so I would be hesitant to use the terms of "generation" to proscribe fit of your product. Design for the current and avoid "generation" statements. Email me and I can help with semantics if you want.

BoomerBSG · 03-20-2007, 11:42 PM

what accessory are you designing?

laserguy · 03-21-2007, 09:14 AM

Unfortunately, I can't disclose that until we are closer to completion. It isn't a patent issue or anything. We just have a long developement time and it is best to keep it under wraps to avoid false hopes and false release dates. There are far too many unknowns at this point. I am sure you will hear about it and see it soon enough

Thanks for your understanding.

Heathen-Yak · 03-21-2007, 01:12 PM

his name is laser guy....there's a chance it could be something to do with a laser.....

Kiel_Everett · 03-21-2007, 01:17 PM

The "XD" at the range I go to is really old. The slide has a stamp that says "SA-9 CROATIA", I personally have never seen one before.

laserguy · 03-22-2007, 10:35 AM

Update:

I grabbed up the rare one at the dealer the other day for fit checking. It was manufactured, assembled, or imported Feb '02 (from spring field). You can actually look inside the frame on the older ones and they have a date rose that will show the date the frame was actually molded. This one was molded Dec, '01. I am still waiting for a transition date from Springfield. Unfortunately, the new frames do not have a date rose.

Thanks for everyones help.

03-19-2007, 09:56 AM	#1
laserguy XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 24	XD history question Gentlemen, I was curious if anyone knows whether or not if any fullsize 9, 40, 357sig XD's came in to the country any other configuration than the 3rd gen HS2000 with the XD logo? This is particularly important as I am designing an accessory which I want to be compatible with all XDs. Additionally, does anyone have any rough numbers on how many HS's are in the country as well as how many XD's have been imported to date? Your input is greatly appreciated. Thanks

03-20-2007, 11:32 PM	#3
Don XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Pullman, WA Posts: 4,136	Most early members think of generation numbers as applying to HS models and not the Springfield models, so be careful of the info. 3rd gen has rails in my mind, but not two slots in the rail. I have never heard the term 4th gen to describe rail slots so I would be hesitant to use the terms of "generation" to proscribe fit of your product. Design for the current and avoid "generation" statements. Email me and I can help with semantics if you want. __________________ Don geek with guns Why don\'t you all f-f-f-fade away.... FAQ - Don\'s Guide Rod

03-20-2007, 11:42 PM	#4
BoomerBSG XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: houston Posts: 1,244	what accessory are you designing? __________________ 1. Colt Combat Commander (steel) 2. Colt Defender 1911 3. Beretta M9 (wifes) 4. Winchester Defender 12 gauge 5. Mossberg Maverick 88 12 gauge 6. Mosin Nagant M44 7. Bersa .380 CC edition 8. Bersa .380 Running around the house half blind tripping over My Little Ponies and hollaring "Where's the bathroom?" is not a tactical look. -Scotton

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

03-20-2007, 09:13 PM	#2
laserguy XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 24	OK, so I answered one of the questions myself: I have found a second generation XD with only one cross slot on the rail and a large "Croatia" stamped on the left side of the side. Can anyone tell me how common these are, and even better, roughly how many are in the US? Thanks

03-21-2007, 09:14 AM	#5
laserguy XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 24	Unfortunately, I can't disclose that until we are closer to completion. It isn't a patent issue or anything. We just have a long developement time and it is best to keep it under wraps to avoid false hopes and false release dates. There are far too many unknowns at this point. I am sure you will hear about it and see it soon enough Thanks for your understanding.

03-21-2007, 01:12 PM	#6
Heathen-Yak XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 497	his name is laser guy....there's a chance it could be something to do with a laser.....

03-21-2007, 01:17 PM	#7
Kiel_Everett XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 478	The "XD" at the range I go to is really old. The slide has a stamp that says "SA-9 CROATIA", I personally have never seen one before.

03-22-2007, 10:35 AM	#8
laserguy XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 24	Update: I grabbed up the rare one at the dealer the other day for fit checking. It was manufactured, assembled, or imported Feb '02 (from spring field). You can actually look inside the frame on the older ones and they have a date rose that will show the date the frame was actually molded. This one was molded Dec, '01. I am still waiting for a transition date from Springfield. Unfortunately, the new frames do not have a date rose. Thanks for everyones help.