How well does the XML light fit the service models ? - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

cigarlover · 03-28-2006, 06:38 PM

I've read several comments on the XML light fitting loosely on the service models but tight on the SC models- Can anyone confirm this ? and how loose is it ? I was really wanting to get a tac light but didn't want to drop $200 plus on a surefire. The price for the XML looked good. But if it doesn't fit quite right then I will shell out the money to have a proper fit to my 45. Anyone have a good recomendation on to buy or not to buy?

faawrenchbndr · 03-28-2006, 06:42 PM

Mine fits very well. I can move it slightly, it is not loose enought to notice if shaking the pistol.

Hooz · 03-28-2006, 08:55 PM

Mine fits fine on my XD-9SC and my XD-40. I have pictures in my gun gallery, and on my XD pages (linked in my sig below).

**nikon777** · 03-28-2006, 11:36 PM

i believe u need the newer frame with the 2 grooves. the older frames with 1 groove may have problems.

cigarlover · 03-29-2006, 03:31 AM

Thanks guys ! I think I'll give the XML light a chance... I wish surefire wasn't so exspensive.but thats another story within itself.

IAFF4460 · 03-29-2006, 05:45 AM

Mine fits very well.

I originally owned an XD40SC and purchased my XML for that weapon. I traded the XD40 SC on my XD45. Due to the fact that the XD45 is larger than the SC I think it actually fits better and is still very easy to reach and activate.

I have seen people make post on here stating the XML is loose on the XD45. On the XD40 SC light rail there was only one slot for the xml to latch into, on the XD45 there is two slots on the light rail to latch into. When mounting the light on the rail, if you let the light latch on to the first slot it is loose to the point it actually rattles. If you release the latch on the light and slide it back to the second slot it is very secure.

I wonder how many people have mounted the light to the first slot on the light rail and came to the conclusion that its a bad fit without realizing they could slide it back to the second rail for a superior fit.

1BN/75th · 03-29-2006, 06:32 AM

You may want to check www.insightlights.com they make the xml for springfield. They have the X2 with a laser in the same basic size package coming out in april or may. It's shown on the on their web sight. It's more expensive.
DR

johnnyphaze · 03-29-2006, 03:02 PM

can't go wrong paying that extra dollar

cigarlover · 03-29-2006, 05:09 PM

Man that surefire is nice ! How much did it run you ? thats a nice set up

**nikon777** · 03-30-2006, 05:32 AM

I remember some people here inquired about these. i saw one today so i bought it. it fits super smooth on the XD, but tight fit on my sigpro, and tight fit on my AR15 rails.

overall pretty bright. although i haven't used any others to compare it to. definitely bright enough to easily clear a dark, fairly large room. its supposedly 65 Lumens by the way.

build quality....well, it ain't no sure fire

then again its about a fourth of the price. probably wont take too much severe banging around, and definitely is not immersible to any depth. however i recommend it for a inexpensive nightstand gun light. if u wanna go to war...get the surefire. if you wanna see what went bump in the kitchen, then this will do.

03-28-2006, 06:38 PM	#1
cigarlover XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Birmingham, Al Posts: 176	How well does the XML light fit the service models ? I've read several comments on the XML light fitting loosely on the service models but tight on the SC models- Can anyone confirm this ? and how loose is it ? I was really wanting to get a tac light but didn't want to drop $200 plus on a surefire. The price for the XML looked good. But if it doesn't fit quite right then I will shell out the money to have a proper fit to my 45. Anyone have a good recomendation on to buy or not to buy?

03-28-2006, 08:55 PM	#3
Hooz XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hilliard, OH Posts: 2,095	Mine fits fine on my XD-9SC and my XD-40. I have pictures in my gun gallery, and on my XD pages (linked in my sig below). __________________ XD-9 Tactical Member: IDPA, USPSA, ASSA, NRA, GOA

03-28-2006, 11:36 PM	#4
nikon777 XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Cleveland, OH. The Danger Zone. Posts: 7,527	i believe u need the newer frame with the 2 grooves. the older frames with 1 groove may have problems. __________________ 1. Banning of future weapons. 2. Registering current weapons. 3. Confiscation. My blog

03-29-2006, 05:45 AM	#6
IAFF4460 XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: York, PA Posts: 16	Mine fits very well. I originally owned an XD40SC and purchased my XML for that weapon. I traded the XD40 SC on my XD45. Due to the fact that the XD45 is larger than the SC I think it actually fits better and is still very easy to reach and activate. I have seen people make post on here stating the XML is loose on the XD45. On the XD40 SC light rail there was only one slot for the xml to latch into, on the XD45 there is two slots on the light rail to latch into. When mounting the light on the rail, if you let the light latch on to the first slot it is loose to the point it actually rattles. If you release the latch on the light and slide it back to the second slot it is very secure. I wonder how many people have mounted the light to the first slot on the light rail and came to the conclusion that its a bad fit without realizing they could slide it back to the second rail for a superior fit. __________________ Fire fears me, women love me! Sig P229 XD45ACP Kimber Stainless Covert Taurus PT 145 Pro Taurus Model 85 Mossberg 500 M1 Carbine Bushmaster Dissipator Carbine

03-29-2006, 03:02 PM	#8
johnnyphaze XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 29	sureeefireee can't go wrong paying that extra dollar

03-28-2006, 06:42 PM	#2
faawrenchbndr XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 738	Mine fits very well. I can move it slightly, it is not loose enought to notice if shaking the pistol.

03-29-2006, 03:31 AM	#5
cigarlover XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Birmingham, Al Posts: 176	Thanks guys ! I think I'll give the XML light a chance... I wish surefire wasn't so exspensive.but thats another story within itself.

03-29-2006, 06:32 AM	#7
1BN/75th XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 104	You may want to check www.insightlights.com they make the xml for springfield. They have the X2 with a laser in the same basic size package coming out in april or may. It's shown on the on their web sight. It's more expensive. DR

03-29-2006, 05:09 PM	#9
cigarlover XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Birmingham, Al Posts: 176	Man that surefire is nice ! How much did it run you ? thats a nice set up

03-30-2006, 05:32 AM	#10
nikon777 XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Cleveland, OH. The Danger Zone. Posts: 7,527	I remember some people here inquired about these. i saw one today so i bought it. it fits super smooth on the XD, but tight fit on my sigpro, and tight fit on my AR15 rails. overall pretty bright. although i haven't used any others to compare it to. definitely bright enough to easily clear a dark, fairly large room. its supposedly 65 Lumens by the way. build quality....well, it ain't no sure fire then again its about a fourth of the price. probably wont take too much severe banging around, and definitely is not immersible to any depth. however i recommend it for a inexpensive nightstand gun light. if u wanna go to war...get the surefire. if you wanna see what went bump in the kitchen, then this will do. __________________ 1. Banning of future weapons. 2. Registering current weapons. 3. Confiscation. My blog

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