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husker_t · 09-15-2007, 11:04 AM

Howdy, I already own an XD 9 sub and love it, but just ordered my first 45, an XD 45 Tac model.

I do have a question about the finishes on these guns. Does anyone know if the new "melonite" finish being used (it's on both my xd's) still has problems coming off, similar to the old finish? If it does come off, what are the best aftermarket finish options for XD's that I should consider?

Reno82 · 09-15-2007, 11:26 AM

See this other thread. XD finish durability

husker_t · 09-15-2007, 12:52 PM

Thanks, I had checked that thread, but I'm curious whether anyone has actually had the NEW finish--the melonite version--rub off with time, or need to be refinished. And also, if there are good aftermarket finishes I should consider. Couldn't find any info on that in the other thread.

Also BTW, I'm pretty happy with my 2 XD's. I had the chance to buy a 1911, even had a nice production one on order, and though it was an $800 S&W, ultimately I decided the XD is a better gun, even at $300 less. So I canceled the 1911 order and went with the XD! I know many love 1911's, and I've got nothing against 'em, but they are too often jam-o-matics unless you buy the Wilsons or high-cost customs to begin with. Even Kimbers have problems way too often, though they are better than cheaper brands. The only way to make em highly reliable is to spend big bucks for customization, whereas XD's, Sigs, HK's, and Glocks work out of the box in about 99% of the cases, from what I've seen.

**eric_t12** · 09-16-2007, 12:37 AM

welcome to the forum!

glad you're happy with your purchases, i know i am

Reno82 · 09-16-2007, 12:51 AM

Husker T..check this thread out... he uses a duracoat. Don't know what it is... but damn looks great.

husker_t · 09-16-2007, 08:29 AM

Thanks you guys. Reno, do you have a link to the thread about the duracoat. I'll search for it in the meantime...

**Ed Ely** · 09-16-2007, 08:57 AM

Welcome.

Ed

EJ25 · 09-16-2007, 09:45 AM

Welcome and grats on the .45

slugger6 · 09-16-2007, 12:40 PM

Welcome to the forum, husker.

stroker · 09-16-2007, 12:45 PM

Now Try To Wear It Out

09-15-2007, 11:04 AM	#1
husker_t XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: WA State Posts: 189	New member, just picked up an XD 45 Howdy, I already own an XD 9 sub and love it, but just ordered my first 45, an XD 45 Tac model. I do have a question about the finishes on these guns. Does anyone know if the new "melonite" finish being used (it's on both my xd's) still has problems coming off, similar to the old finish? If it does come off, what are the best aftermarket finish options for XD's that I should consider?

09-15-2007, 11:26 AM	#2
Reno82 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Alaska Posts: 1,158	See this other thread. XD finish durability __________________ *** XD-45acp Service (Match Gun I changed it to a compact for CCW... did a grip chop on it) Ruger Mark III 22/45 Kimber SS Custom Target II 10mm Walther G22 (FUN GUN) XD-45acp Tactical (Match Gun II; upgraded the bbl from PistolGear) XD-9 Sub-Compact (Home Defense and CCW) DPMS AR-15: 9mm (1/17/08...) RRA CAR A4 Upper 223/5.56---did a lower bulid 6/3/08 and bought completed upper 2/21/08 S&W 642 38 special w/ CT grips (Home Defense & CCW) in order of purchases**

09-15-2007, 12:52 PM	#3
husker_t XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: WA State Posts: 189	Thanks, I had checked that thread, but I'm curious whether anyone has actually had the NEW finish--the melonite version--rub off with time, or need to be refinished. And also, if there are good aftermarket finishes I should consider. Couldn't find any info on that in the other thread. Also BTW, I'm pretty happy with my 2 XD's. I had the chance to buy a 1911, even had a nice production one on order, and though it was an $800 S&W, ultimately I decided the XD is a better gun, even at $300 less. So I canceled the 1911 order and went with the XD! I know many love 1911's, and I've got nothing against 'em, but they are too often jam-o-matics unless you buy the Wilsons or high-cost customs to begin with. Even Kimbers have problems way too often, though they are better than cheaper brands. The only way to make em highly reliable is to spend big bucks for customization, whereas XD's, Sigs, HK's, and Glocks work out of the box in about 99% of the cases, from what I've seen. Last edited by husker_t : 09-15-2007 at 12:57 PM.

09-16-2007, 12:37 AM	#4
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09-16-2007, 12:51 AM	#5
Reno82 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Alaska Posts: 1,158	Husker T..check this thread out... he uses a duracoat. Don't know what it is... but damn looks great. __________________ *** XD-45acp Service (Match Gun I changed it to a compact for CCW... did a grip chop on it) Ruger Mark III 22/45 Kimber SS Custom Target II 10mm Walther G22 (FUN GUN) XD-45acp Tactical (Match Gun II; upgraded the bbl from PistolGear) XD-9 Sub-Compact (Home Defense and CCW) DPMS AR-15: 9mm (1/17/08...) RRA CAR A4 Upper 223/5.56---did a lower bulid 6/3/08 and bought completed upper 2/21/08 S&W 642 38 special w/ CT grips (Home Defense & CCW) in order of purchases**

09-16-2007, 08:29 AM	#6
husker_t XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: WA State Posts: 189	Thanks you guys. Reno, do you have a link to the thread about the duracoat. I'll search for it in the meantime...

09-16-2007, 08:57 AM	#7
Ed Ely XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: 37.65N -84.76W (Elev. 932 ft) Posts: 7,623 Blog Entries: 1	Welcome. Ed

09-16-2007, 09:45 AM	#8
EJ25 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 425	Welcome and grats on the .45 __________________ XD-9 TACTICAL - Dawson FO sights - Springer Precision Combat Trigger 2200 rounds thru ...

09-16-2007, 12:40 PM	#9
slugger6 XDTalk 10K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 19,371	Welcome to the forum, husker. __________________ "What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us". - Ralph Waldo Emerson

09-16-2007, 12:45 PM	#10
stroker XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Cypress,Texas Posts: 439	Now Try To Wear It Out __________________ *If you don't stand for something,you'll fall for anything*

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