Any experiences, good or bad, with the Springfield EMP? - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

JakeUSA · 01-20-2008, 02:02 PM

I'm considering selling a couple of guns in order to pick up a good 1911-type carry gun. I'm okay with the 9mm chambering, mainly due to ammo prices and the fact the I know the round will do its work when placed properly. I just want to know what others' experiences with the EMP have been, as it's on the top of my "might buy" list.

Lazarus · 01-21-2008, 07:44 AM

I was considering picking one up as well but figured it was too much loot for a CC piece. From the research I've done, people with them on the board love them. I've found a few cases online where some were having FTF problems during the break-in period but afterwards they were fine.

Also take a look at the Para Hawg 9. Same dimensions I think and a little cheaper.

Hawkn · 01-21-2008, 08:26 AM

I got mine last July and have no issues with it. I alternate between the EMP and XD9SC for my carry weapon. I also heard the stories of some FTF issues after I bought mine, but have not experinced any.

Love the way it shoots.

JakeUSA · 01-21-2008, 08:32 AM

Would you say that the quality and reliability are worth the price tag? I've handled one in the store and it felt great in my hand, better than any other micro I've handled. I just want to make sure due diligence is done on my part before I take the plunge.

sfwdiy · 01-29-2008, 07:03 PM

The EMP is an awesome little pistol. I've got about 500 rounds through mine, no jams. The only issue I've had with it was the slide not locking back on empty. Happened twice. It's really small and comfortable to wear with the right holster and it's amazingly accurate. No complaints. Plus, it looks great.

--B

Lazarus · 01-29-2008, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by sfwdiy

The EMP is an awesome little pistol. I've got about 500 rounds through mine, no jams. The only issue I've had with it was the slide not locking back on empty. Happened twice. It's really small and comfortable to wear with the right holster and it's amazingly accurate. No complaints. Plus, it looks great.

--B

I would definitely get one but its too expensive for a CCW pistol. Heaven forbid if you actual use it and it gets confiscated.

Tiburon65 · 01-30-2008, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Lazarus

and it gets confiscated.

My thoughts are that what are the chances of it happening in relationship to you carrying it everyday? Over the lifetime of usage, how much is an extra $500 when its something you want to carry and makes you carry it easier?

Same thoughts are for holsters, if it works for you and feels comfortable, why not spend some extra $ for something you use for several years to come.

just my $.02

Lazarus · 01-30-2008, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Tiburon65

My thoughts are that what are the chances of it happening in relationship to you carrying it everyday? Over the lifetime of usage, how much is an extra $500 when its something you want to carry and makes you carry it easier?

Same thoughts are for holsters, if it works for you and feels comfortable, why not spend some extra $ for something you use for several years to come.

just my $.02

BTW going to get an EMP this spring

The reality of the matter is you never know when its going to happen. that's why you carry everyday right? The EMP is a good gun and a nice size but its not the best. There are quite a few out there with similar capabilities that cost 3x less.I really wouldn't compare this to holsters. Your average or custom leather IWB holster runs 80 tops. I've never seen one for over 100 whereas the EMP is twice the price of a G26 or three times the price of the Kel-Tecs.

**XDONBOARD** · 01-30-2008, 06:04 AM

It was up for gun of the year 07! Lost to the M&P 9.

BryanBag · 01-30-2008, 04:47 PM

I love mine. Yes when the EMP first came out they had some problems feeding ammo.I had one of the first ones Serial # under 800. Mine had trouble feeding HP. I stuck with it and deside to wait to the break in period was over. Once I hit the 500 round mark, I didn't have any other problems. It would feed any HP and range ammo I feed it.

Bryan

01-20-2008, 02:02 PM	#1
JakeUSA XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CO Posts: 436	Any experiences, good or bad, with the Springfield EMP? I'm considering selling a couple of guns in order to pick up a good 1911-type carry gun. I'm okay with the 9mm chambering, mainly due to ammo prices and the fact the I know the round will do its work when placed properly. I just want to know what others' experiences with the EMP have been, as it's on the top of my "might buy" list.

01-21-2008, 07:44 AM	#2
Lazarus XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,961	I was considering picking one up as well but figured it was too much loot for a CC piece. From the research I've done, people with them on the board love them. I've found a few cases online where some were having FTF problems during the break-in period but afterwards they were fine. Also take a look at the Para Hawg 9. Same dimensions I think and a little cheaper. __________________ You never know what you'll miss until its gone.

01-21-2008, 08:26 AM	#3
Hawkn XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 29	I got mine last July and have no issues with it. I alternate between the EMP and XD9SC for my carry weapon. I also heard the stories of some FTF issues after I bought mine, but have not experinced any. Love the way it shoots. __________________ Springfield XD9 Service Springfield XD9 Sub-compact Beretta CX4 Storm

01-30-2008, 06:04 AM	#9
XDONBOARD XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 3,494	It was up for gun of the year 07! Lost to the M&P 9. __________________ Michael XD-45 compact XD-40 sub-compact XD-9 sub-compact I'd rather have my XD and not need it, then need it and not have it.... I hereby certify that the person described hereon has been granted the privilege of carrying a concealed weapon in compliance with Arizona revised statute 13-3112.

01-30-2008, 04:47 PM	#10
BryanBag XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: New Orleans, (aka Chocolate City) Posts: 114	I love mine. Yes when the EMP first came out they had some problems feeding ammo.I had one of the first ones Serial # under 800. Mine had trouble feeding HP. I stuck with it and deside to wait to the break in period was over. Once I hit the 500 round mark, I didn't have any other problems. It would feed any HP and range ammo I feed it. Bryan __________________ Aim Small, Shoot Small SpringField EMP, Wather P22, CVA Black Powder Pistol, Tauras 44mag, Walther P38, Marlin Model 60 22LR, Marlin Model 882SS Series, Unversial 30cal carbine, Mossberg 590 shotgun, J.C. Higgins 22 rifle, J.C. Higgins 410 shotgun, MAK-90.

01-21-2008, 08:32 AM	#4
JakeUSA XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CO Posts: 436	Would you say that the quality and reliability are worth the price tag? I've handled one in the store and it felt great in my hand, better than any other micro I've handled. I just want to make sure due diligence is done on my part before I take the plunge.

01-29-2008, 07:03 PM	#5
sfwdiy XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 2	The EMP is an awesome little pistol. I've got about 500 rounds through mine, no jams. The only issue I've had with it was the slide not locking back on empty. Happened twice. It's really small and comfortable to wear with the right holster and it's amazingly accurate. No complaints. Plus, it looks great. --B

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