I got my XD-9 service in about 3 weeks from the SA factory direct to my FFL. At the same time, a friend of mine had an order in for a 45 GAP tactical model and Springfield said it would be close to the end of the year (this was back in March). :shock: He changed his mind and had them ship a bi-tone XD-9 service instead.
I think it really depends on 1) what you're looking for and 2) where your dealer gets his XD's.