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\ufeff<\/span><\/p>\n

Springfield XD(M)<\/h2>\n

The Springfield XD(M) 5.25 is the match grade version of the XD with several enhancements that make it an ideal competition gun. It has all the standard features of the XD series with a longer slide and barrel to provide a bigger site radius which improves accuracy and reliability.<\/p>\n

The polymer frame has several enhancements that make it more versatile and easier to control. As with all the Springfield pistols, it has the same grip angle as a 1911. There is a grip safety, trigger safety, and firing pin block that provide extra peace of mind. It comes with three interchangeable backstraps so it can be fitted to any size hand as well as three 19-round 9mm magazines. There is a large Picatinny rail for accessories and an enlarged ambidextrous magazine release for quick, positive mag changes. The slide lock is also enlarged for easier operation.<\/p>\n

***Buy a Springfield Armory XD(M) on GunsAmerica<\/a>***<\/h2>\n

The trigger has been improved with a crisp release and shortened reset. Coupled with the fully adjustable steel rear sight and fiber optic front sight, target acquisition is fast and certain. There are extra fiber optic rods for the front sight that come in green and red to match the shooting conditions.<\/p>\n

The slide and hammer-forged, match-grade barrel are coated with Melonite, a treatment that makes them durable and nearly maintenance free. The XD(M) has faster cycling times thanks to the lightening cut in the top of the slide and one-piece guide rod. The barrel has a 1:10 twist.<\/p>\n

The Springfield XD(M) is great for competition, home defense, or recreational shooting. You can usually find them on GunsAmerica for around $650.<\/p>\n

Find one on GunsAmerica: https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/Search\/Category\/1525\/Guns\/Pistols\/Springfield-Armory-Pistols\/XD-M.htm<\/a><\/p>\n

Learn more at Springfield:\u00a0https:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/xdm-series\/<\/a><\/p>\n

***Buy a Springfield Armory XD(M) on GunsAmerica<\/a>***<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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