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Kev_n_Az · 05-11-2008, 12:36 PM

anything special I should know??

optics?

cleaning?

care?

Craigers3413 · 05-11-2008, 12:58 PM

the XD-45 is built like a small tank, general care is all she'll need. i just bought a 45 Tactical and a couple things im looking to add are TFO night sights, some grip decals, and maybe but havent decided about adding a springer drop in trigger kit.

mine also has a Don Fat stainless guiderod and Easyfit polymer magwell..

but the only things i REALLY feel i need is a Tactical light and some 230 gr Speer Gold Dot ammo.

enjoy the Xd-45 its a keeper.

XD40DucheKiller · 05-11-2008, 01:03 PM

cleaning is a big part of care...clean it.

optics?

Kev_n_Az · 05-11-2008, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by XD40DucheKiller

cleaning is a big part of care...clean it.

optics?

yes cleaning is essential I realize. any tricks? need to knows?

optics...green laser vs red laser..red dots..flash lights..etc..ok more "accessories" I guess

cschwanz · 05-11-2008, 02:06 PM

Same as cleaning other handguns really. Take it apart, clean out the gunk from shooting, clean te barrel. Wipe things down, reassemble.

Tally XD · 05-11-2008, 03:14 PM

If you have the XD45 Service model then you need to be careful putting the guide rod/recoil rod assembly back in after cleaning. If you get it backwards or even just a little off center it can lock the slide up.

Dont over oil when cleaning. Dont over clean to begin with. Once ever 500 or 600 rounds should be more than enough.

Careful choosing sights if you plan to carry concealed. Sights can hang up on some holsters and create problems getting your draw completed.

I wont comment on lasers/lights. Some like them and feel they are necessary, some of us dont.

Shoot plenty of cheap FMJ to start with to get the feed ramp polished and the gun working smoothly. Then start shooting hollow points to see which ones your gun feeds best.

Plan on a good carry trigger job from Springer Precision one day as a first modification.

Choose a good holster that will conceal well (if you carry) and will protect your gun and still be comfortable.

Kaboom · 05-11-2008, 08:18 PM

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yes cleaning is essential I realize. any tricks? need to knows?

Clean it after the first couple of times to the range and then DON'T clean it for 500-1000rnds. Some people seem to think the XDs are like finely made target types, but they aren't. They are Service pistols DESIGNED to run in all sorts of muck and mire. Field stripping won't hurt a thing but frequent deep break-downs will likely be causing more wear than shooting it does. Lightly grease the rails and barrel, lightly oil anything that turns or spins and the gun will likely last longer than you and me put together. Craigers called it a tank, I'll call it a sledgehammer, both terms are dead-on.
It's a hella gun, congrats.

Slotback · 05-11-2008, 10:49 PM

Nothing to add other than that the XD is meant to be a fighting weapon. Just maintain it without over doing it and you should be just fine.

gkelley3 · 05-12-2008, 03:44 AM

1) Shoot
2) Clean
3) Enjoy

SH0RTBUS · 05-12-2008, 06:14 AM

Why does everyone suggest to NOT clean the XD often? I'm on my 3rd one and have always cleaned them well before shooting them for the first time. After shooting, I always field strip, clean, and re-lubricate. I have never had any issues. I understand that the gun can go thousands of rounds without malfunctioning, but still feel this is the best practice. Besides, the gun is much easier to clean if it is done more frequently. Also, if it is a carry gun as mine is, I field strip it every week just to remove lint or other debris and to relube if necessary. Again, I understand this type of treatment is not necessary, but fail to see how it is a bad idea.

05-11-2008, 12:36 PM	#1
Kev_n_Az XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: THE OLD WEST!! Posts: 199	new to the XD .45 .... anything special I should know?? optics? cleaning? care? __________________ XD COMPACT .45ACP 5" TACTICAL DARK EARTH Firearms are second only to the Constitution in importance; they are the peoples' liberty's teeth. George Washington www.dodgeownerforums.com

05-11-2008, 12:58 PM	#2
Craigers3413 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Northern VA Posts: 124	the XD-45 is built like a small tank, general care is all she'll need. i just bought a 45 Tactical and a couple things im looking to add are TFO night sights, some grip decals, and maybe but havent decided about adding a springer drop in trigger kit. mine also has a Don Fat stainless guiderod and Easyfit polymer magwell.. but the only things i REALLY feel i need is a Tactical light and some 230 gr Speer Gold Dot ammo. enjoy the Xd-45 its a keeper. __________________ XD-45 Tactical w/ Insight M3 -- Sig P226 .40 SRT -- M&P 9mm -- Beretta 84f

05-11-2008, 02:06 PM	#5
cschwanz XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Posts: 134	Same as cleaning other handguns really. Take it apart, clean out the gunk from shooting, clean te barrel. Wipe things down, reassemble. __________________ SA XD .45Compact SA V10 Ultra Compact .45 S&W 629 .44 Mag Savage Mark II bolt action .22LR Ignorance can be fixed, its called education.......Stupid will get you killed!

05-12-2008, 03:44 AM	#9
gkelley3 XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 3,313	1) Shoot 2) Clean 3) Enjoy __________________ "Better to fight for something than live for nothing." Gen. George S. Patton

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05-11-2008, 01:03 PM	#3
XD40DucheKiller XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 534	cleaning is a big part of care...clean it. optics?

05-11-2008, 10:49 PM	#8
Slotback XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 120	Nothing to add other than that the XD is meant to be a fighting weapon. Just maintain it without over doing it and you should be just fine.

05-12-2008, 06:14 AM	#10
SH0RTBUS XDTalk Newbie Join Date: May 2007 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 16	Why does everyone suggest to NOT clean the XD often? I'm on my 3rd one and have always cleaned them well before shooting them for the first time. After shooting, I always field strip, clean, and re-lubricate. I have never had any issues. I understand that the gun can go thousands of rounds without malfunctioning, but still feel this is the best practice. Besides, the gun is much easier to clean if it is done more frequently. Also, if it is a carry gun as mine is, I field strip it every week just to remove lint or other debris and to relube if necessary. Again, I understand this type of treatment is not necessary, but fail to see how it is a bad idea.