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sjp2452 · 08-08-2005, 12:07 PM

Sadly, I must add my XD40 to the list of rusties. For a long time I've been fine, but had it on my hip for a while this past Saturday, and the sweat did it. I now have rust on the back left corner of the slide, and the left side mag release button.

*weeping softly*

Delija · 08-10-2005, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by icwtumn

Just like the previous poster, I had rust on my XD when I picked it up at the dealer. I bought the gun slightly used and the previous owner didn't even bother to clean it before shipping it to me. As in, it had been to the range, but NOT cleaned. I had some very minor patches of rust on the mag release buttons, the thumb safety, and a couple tiny spots on the slide. All came off with a little steel wool and some oil. Since then, I have kept the weapon clean and covered in a generous application of Armadillo. I have not seen any rust since and that has been months ago. I have to say, Armadillo has got to be the best product I have ever used to protect my firearms. I LOVE IT. Okay, that's it.

Where is the thumb safety on an XD? I keep looking and can't seem to find it on mine

Using steel wool on the finish of any gun is not a good idea.

Peace,
D.

aliasrush · 08-11-2005, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Old School

So far, I am surprised by the results. For those with rust, what do you use on your slide? I keep my XDs in a safe, in my basement, that is far from dry. I wipe the slide down with a dry cloth after cleaning and coat it with Armadillo. I have never seen rust. There were times after matches where I leave them in my bag and I thought I would see rust for sure. It has never happened.

Perhaps if the ratios continue along the current path, SA will reevaluate the matter, or at least give specific instructions on how the slide should be maintained.

OS

Keep silicon packets in your safe!... Or keep it by your bed chambered ready for an intruder to defend life and family!

EX_DE-NYN · 08-20-2005, 12:14 PM

nope, cause I hard-chromed it....

Spitfire · 08-22-2005, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old School

So far, I am surprised by the results. For those with rust, what do you use on your slide? I keep my XDs in a safe, in my basement, that is far from dry. I wipe the slide down with a dry cloth after cleaning and coat it with Armadillo. I have never seen rust. There were times after matches where I leave them in my bag and I thought I would see rust for sure. It has never happened.

Perhaps if the ratios continue along the current path, SA will reevaluate the matter, or at least give specific instructions on how the slide should be maintained.

OS

Do you keep any other firearms by your bed or even 'in' your home?

**Old School** · 08-22-2005, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Spitfire

Do you keep any other firearms by your bed or even 'in' your home?

A bulk (not all) are in the basement, locked in a safe. With three kids, I am careful with where I leave them. If a BG breaks in, he better run faster than 1200fps.

Old School

chrism3 · 08-22-2005, 11:16 PM

No rust on my OD green 3".

xdNovice · 09-11-2005, 05:50 PM

Unfortunately, there is rust on my new xd9 tac.
I have only taken it out to the range twice, and I wiped it down.
I really like the gun....it is my first xd, but I was stunned when I opened the case and saw all of the little rust spots on the slide. I know I could have wiped it down better, but really, I have never had a gun rust up like that.
Nearly drove me back to glock

Now I am looking for a new finsh for it....any suggestions?

Note: I know of others shooters who have xds and never seemd to have a rust problem. I guess I'm lucky!

Closing: I still really love the gun though, I was salivating over it for a while.....

one-eyed-fatman · 09-11-2005, 05:54 PM

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I was salivating over it for a while.....

There's your rust problem. Never drool on your gun. Always drool on someone else's.

**Ed Ely** · 09-11-2005, 06:09 PM

Can we say that one out of three HS2K/XD
owners have a rust problem -

Have you ever had rust on your XD's slide?
Yes
35% [ 92 ]
No
64% [ 166 ]

Total Votes : 258

as of right now.

Ed

View Poll Results: Have you ever had rust on your XD's slide?
Yes	193	24.06%
No	609	75.94%
Voters: 802. You may not vote on this poll

08-08-2005, 12:07 PM	#71
sjp2452 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Land 'o Lakes, MN Posts: 1,014	Sadly, I must add my XD40 to the list of rusties. For a long time I've been fine, but had it on my hip for a while this past Saturday, and the sweat did it. I now have rust on the back left corner of the slide, and the left side mag release button. weeping softly __________________ ********************************* "Who was the first person to look at a cow and say, "I think I'll squeeze these dangly things here, and drink whatever comes out?"

08-20-2005, 12:14 PM	#74
EX_DE-NYN XDTalk Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: over on the east side. Posts: 68	nope, cause I hard-chromed it.... __________________ Never argue with an idiot. They will just drag you down to their level, where they have the decided advantage.

08-22-2005, 11:16 PM	#77
chrism3 XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Yardley, PA Posts: 1	No rust on my OD green 3". __________________ XD9 Sub OD Green 05 STi 99 ///m3

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09-11-2005, 05:50 PM	#78
xdNovice XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 8	Unfortunately, there is rust on my new xd9 tac. I have only taken it out to the range twice, and I wiped it down. I really like the gun....it is my first xd, but I was stunned when I opened the case and saw all of the little rust spots on the slide. I know I could have wiped it down better, but really, I have never had a gun rust up like that. Nearly drove me back to glock Now I am looking for a new finsh for it....any suggestions? Note: I know of others shooters who have xds and never seemd to have a rust problem. I guess I'm lucky! Closing: I still really love the gun though, I was salivating over it for a while.....

09-11-2005, 06:09 PM	#80
Ed Ely XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: 37.65N -84.76W (Elev. 932 ft) Posts: 7,646 Blog Entries: 1	Can we say that one out of three HS2K/XD owners have a rust problem - Have you ever had rust on your XD's slide? Yes 35% [ 92 ] No 64% [ 166 ] Total Votes : 258 as of right now. Ed