Hey--great forum you have here, lots of info--reading this forum sold me on this gun, other than shooting it. I have been in the market for a polymer autoloader for the past month or so, after falling in love with shooting I decided to become a firearm owner myself. Tonight I shot the XD9sc--and while I didnt like the grip size, was amazed at the lack of recoil, the crispness of the trigger and the acurracy!!!-especially for a sc range weapon! It was awesome! Sealed the deal for me except I chose the full size service model. I picked up the xd 'lunchbox' pack w/ 3 16rd mags, holster, lock and of course the XD blued finish itself for $485--not sure if that was the absolute BEST deal, but it was the only shop I could find that had an unopened pack, rather than selling me the floor model that everyone and their brother played with. Here are some pics of my recent purchase.
A few questions:
1. Is there a stainless steel barrel I can have put in this gun?
2. Is the guide rod supposed to stick out from the end of the nose (see 3rd pic--apologies on quality)
3. Is winchester white box ammo sufficient for range practice??
Thanks in advance for any responses! This is my first handgun (or any gun) and I am sure I will be asking tons of questions!


A few questions:
1. Is there a stainless steel barrel I can have put in this gun?
2. Is the guide rod supposed to stick out from the end of the nose (see 3rd pic--apologies on quality)
3. Is winchester white box ammo sufficient for range practice??

Thanks in advance for any responses! This is my first handgun (or any gun) and I am sure I will be asking tons of questions!