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AO2 · 05-01-2006, 06:21 AM

I had a costumer come in last week and had me do this for him on his service model (40 if you care). It's not hard but for those nice clean edges, take a lighter and just get the bottom warm and a little pliable. Run something over them to make them smooth like a cleaning rod or a piece metal to get that sanded down look off. Be careful with the lighter more isn't better in this case. Just warm it up then rub one direction usually looks better. If you see you are moving the composite/ plastic stop let it cool sand down build up start over. Keep a bit of water near by to cool the rod and the just incase factor.

**PackerfanXD** · 05-01-2006, 03:23 PM

O.k. here are some updated pics now that I have a new battery for the digital camera:

Not too shabby If I do say so myself! (love the pierce pinky grip

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**jalley** · 05-02-2006, 07:17 PM

I just got done cutting one of my xds down, and your right.....that first cut is the hardest thing to do. After that, you have no choice but finish it.

**PackerfanXD** · 05-06-2006, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by jalley

I just got done cutting one of my xds down, and your right.....that first cut is the hardest thing to do. After that, you have no choice but finish it.

Let's see some pics!

dave_in_delaware · 05-10-2006, 11:30 AM

OMG

I'm not sure if it's balls you have, or a lack of brain cells! Why oh why would you do that to a full-size pistol??

J/K........... I understand the logic behind it. Very good craftsmanship on your cutting and final "details."

I would never have the guts to cut up an expensive (for me) piece of hardware like that. Besides, I already have 2 subbies.

My question: will SA *still* maintain the warranty on the gun, since you cut the thing up? Just curious if you ran that past them prior to operating.

**PackerfanXD** · 05-10-2006, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by dave_in_delaware

I understand the logic behind it. Very good craftsmanship on your cutting and final "details."

My question: will SA *still* maintain the warranty on the gun, since you cut the thing up? Just curious if you ran that past them prior to operating.

I didn't run it past Springfield.

It's not like I cut off part of the slide or anything.

I can't imagine that it would void the warranty.

If it does then I'm SOL.

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jalley XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: WV Posts: 1,409	I just got done cutting one of my xds down, and your right.....that first cut is the hardest thing to do. After that, you have no choice but finish it. __________________ HS2000 Gen 1, HS2000 Gen 2 sc xd 9mm service xd 45ACP, service xd 9mm tactical xd 45ACP

05-10-2006, 11:30 AM	#25
dave_in_delaware XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Wilmington, DE Posts: 6,108	OMG I'm not sure if it's balls you have, or a lack of brain cells! Why oh why would you do that to a full-size pistol?? J/K........... I understand the logic behind it. Very good craftsmanship on your cutting and final "details." I would never have the guts to cut up an expensive (for me) piece of hardware like that. Besides, I already have 2 subbies. My question: will SA still maintain the warranty on the gun, since you cut the thing up? Just curious if you ran that past them prior to operating. __________________ Dave Daily carry = XD-9 service in a Blackhawk CQC SERPA holster, a Spyderco Native, and a Streamlight Scorpion. "Everything matters... unless it's antimatter." “A person has the right to keep and bear arms for the defense of self, family, home and State, and for hunting and recreational use.” [Delaware Constitution, Article I, § 20 Right to keep and bear arms]

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05-01-2006, 06:21 AM	#21
AO2 XDTalk Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 44	I had a costumer come in last week and had me do this for him on his service model (40 if you care). It's not hard but for those nice clean edges, take a lighter and just get the bottom warm and a little pliable. Run something over them to make them smooth like a cleaning rod or a piece metal to get that sanded down look off. Be careful with the lighter more isn't better in this case. Just warm it up then rub one direction usually looks better. If you see you are moving the composite/ plastic stop let it cool sand down build up start over. Keep a bit of water near by to cool the rod and the just incase factor.