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FrankW438 · 09-21-2007, 08:21 PM

Last month I was at a local IPSC match. Springfield Armory was a sponsor and supplied a prize gun, an XD-40 from the Custom Shop. I handled the prize gun a few days before the match and was very impressed with it.

On the second day of the two-day match, my squad was right behind a team made up of Springfield Armory employees and family members. Yup, they were all dressed in black SA Hats and black SA polos! During the down time, I talked to a couple of them and noticed some even more exotic custom XDs. My curiosity was piqued.

My performance in the match with my trusty old Glock 35 was lackluster, barely in the top half of shooters. I decided to re-evaluate what I was doing, and where I wanted to go with my IPSC shooting. After some serious comtemplation, I decided I wanted to give Production class a shot. I liked the idea of a more even playing field. I was tired of being beat by better guns, not necessarily better shooters.

I got an e-mail Monday from our IPSC organizer, about "Springfield Days" at a local gun shop. Discounts, extra magazines, and range memberships were offered to anyone buying a new Springfield. I finally took the step I had been putting off, and purchased a XD-9 Tactical for my birthday. I got to fire three or four other Springfields at this event, for only the price of the ammo. I really liked the XD-9 SC and the 9mm EMP!

After 300 rds of practice, I am taking my new XD to a nearby club for a match on Sunday. I have the feeling I will not be disappointed in my decision. I've talked with Springfield Custom Shop and will be dropping my XD off with them in a few weeks for an "XD Production Package."

I probably won't sell my Glock 35, as I may still shoot Limited from time to time. However, I may sell my G22 home defense pistol in favor of another XD.

-- Frank

**PackerfanXD** · 09-21-2007, 08:40 PM

Welcome from Phoenix.

You chose wisely.

MasLakas · 09-22-2007, 10:16 PM

Welcome to the forum from UT. There is something about shooting/handling the XD that just makes everyone (except for my wife whom is sitting right here) have to have one!

slugger6 · 09-23-2007, 04:45 AM

Welcome to the forum and the XD family.

**Ed Ely** · 09-23-2007, 06:12 AM

Welcome.

Ed

danish · 09-23-2007, 06:15 AM

Out of curiosity, was the match at the Milan Rifle Club?? Welcome...

FrankW438 · 09-23-2007, 06:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by danish

Out of curiosity, was the match at the Milan Rifle Club?? Welcome...

Yes, the match I went to last month was at Milan Rifle Club. I was going to go to a match today at Chillicothe Sportsmen Club, but other obligations prevailed. Milan's next match is Sept. 30th. When the match director there heard I switched to 9mm Production Division, he told me he was going to have to set the steel a little harder to knock down.

Steel stages have not always been too friendly to me.

-- Frank

**Old School** · 09-23-2007, 06:54 AM

Welcome, Frank. We have a big USPSA match in Plainfield on Oct 14th. We'd love to have you. We just completed the Match Book and will post it shortly. It is high round counts (146 rounds/730 points) with a dark house stage. It will be fun.

Plus, we are raffling off a XD! Tell your friends!!

www.chitownshodown.com

OS

FrankW438 · 09-23-2007, 03:39 PM

Thanks for the invite. I emailed a couple of local shooters. I'll see if anyone from my area wants to come up with me. It looks like fun and I would certainly like to come.

Besides, I haven't had any White Castle in a loooonnng time.

-- Frank

09-21-2007, 08:21 PM	#1
FrankW438 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NW Illinois Posts: 176	New XD owner from NW IL Last month I was at a local IPSC match. Springfield Armory was a sponsor and supplied a prize gun, an XD-40 from the Custom Shop. I handled the prize gun a few days before the match and was very impressed with it. On the second day of the two-day match, my squad was right behind a team made up of Springfield Armory employees and family members. Yup, they were all dressed in black SA Hats and black SA polos! During the down time, I talked to a couple of them and noticed some even more exotic custom XDs. My curiosity was piqued. My performance in the match with my trusty old Glock 35 was lackluster, barely in the top half of shooters. I decided to re-evaluate what I was doing, and where I wanted to go with my IPSC shooting. After some serious comtemplation, I decided I wanted to give Production class a shot. I liked the idea of a more even playing field. I was tired of being beat by better guns, not necessarily better shooters. I got an e-mail Monday from our IPSC organizer, about "Springfield Days" at a local gun shop. Discounts, extra magazines, and range memberships were offered to anyone buying a new Springfield. I finally took the step I had been putting off, and purchased a XD-9 Tactical for my birthday. I got to fire three or four other Springfields at this event, for only the price of the ammo. I really liked the XD-9 SC and the 9mm EMP! After 300 rds of practice, I am taking my new XD to a nearby club for a match on Sunday. I have the feeling I will not be disappointed in my decision. I've talked with Springfield Custom Shop and will be dropping my XD off with them in a few weeks for an "XD Production Package." I probably won't sell my Glock 35, as I may still shoot Limited from time to time. However, I may sell my G22 home defense pistol in favor of another XD. -- Frank

09-21-2007, 08:40 PM	#2
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09-22-2007, 10:16 PM	#3
MasLakas XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cache Valley, Utah Posts: 2,771	Welcome to the forum from UT. There is something about shooting/handling the XD that just makes everyone (except for my wife whom is sitting right here) have to have one! __________________ I speak softly and carry a .45. UtahConcealedCarry.Org

09-23-2007, 04:45 AM	#4
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09-23-2007, 06:54 AM	#8
Old School XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Illinois Posts: 7,619	Welcome, Frank. We have a big USPSA match in Plainfield on Oct 14th. We'd love to have you. We just completed the Match Book and will post it shortly. It is high round counts (146 rounds/730 points) with a dark house stage. It will be fun. Plus, we are raffling off a XD! Tell your friends!! www.chitownshodown.com OS __________________ Visit www.pistolgear.com for all of your XD needs!

09-23-2007, 06:12 AM	#5
Ed Ely XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: 37.65N -84.76W (Elev. 932 ft) Posts: 7,645 Blog Entries: 1	Welcome. Ed

09-23-2007, 06:15 AM	#6
danish XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Freeport, IL Posts: 189	Out of curiosity, was the match at the Milan Rifle Club?? Welcome...

09-23-2007, 03:39 PM	#9
FrankW438 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: NW Illinois Posts: 176	Thanks for the invite. I emailed a couple of local shooters. I'll see if anyone from my area wants to come up with me. It looks like fun and I would certainly like to come. Besides, I haven't had any White Castle in a loooonnng time. -- Frank

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