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Springfield XD-S

July 09, 2012

The latest addition to Springfield's popular Xtreme Duty (XD) line, the XD-S made its debut at SHOT Show 2012—and left as one of the show's most talked about new products.

Born of a desire to give shooters a compact, easy-to-conceal .45, the XD-S features a slim, single-stack design that's only one-inch in width. Its trigger has a short travel and a short reset to keep you on target, and the snag free sights make it holster friendly. The XD-S also comes with two interchangeable backstraps, letting shooters custom fit their grip, and the picatinny rail is just asking to be given an accessory.

In short, the XD-S delivers everything that has made the XD so popular (and then some) in a smaller package. Oh, and it's still chambered in the most popular defensive caliber of all time. If that's not deserving of a Gun of the Week nod, nothing is.

Technical Specifications:

Caliber: .45 ACP
Frame: Black Polymer
Slide: Forged Steel
Capacity: 5+1
Overall Length: 6.3"
Width: 1"
Height: 4.4"
Weight: 21.5 ozs.
MSRP: $599

For Further Reading:

• Mark Keefe's Take on the Springfield XD-S
• Straight from SHOT Show 2012: The XD-S On the Range

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sincerely wrote:
August 10, 2013

I buy one is comfortable for carry, but it's true, stock everytime is embarrassing shooting in range with the xds I wanna change for glock 30

Ray R wrote:
July 27, 2013

I just bought the XD S .45. Jammed 1st round straight out of the box. Put the magazine in, pulled the slide back and it jammed. I fired 45 rounds and it missfired 5 times. I would have to push the slide forwrd to get it to fire. I am stuck with this pistol. I would be ashamed to sell this to someone.

Ski wrote:
May 01, 2013

Bought my XDs in Feb 2013 - LOVE IT! Ran ball, JHP, & +P with no problems. Very accurate. Carry in a Remora IWB, and is invisible in jeans & a T-shirt. Gotta convince the wifey to get her ccw so I can justify buying the 9mm XDs... [;]-)

Ed B wrote:
March 01, 2013

I bought an XDS and could not get it to feed properly - first round kept jamming. After talking to the factory and sendng it back for a check it turns out that the problem is that you must have the slide locked open when inserting the first mag. You cannot insert th emag and then jack in the first round because when you do that the mag does not go all the way in - there is a perceptible gap. It also needs to be lubed more than i am used to with my Glock 21 and SIG 226. However it is surprising ly accurate for such a short barrel and as others have noted after you shoot 50+ rounds the deep checkering starts to irritate your hands. I have now put through about 150 rounds and will see how it holds up wityh more. Right now I rate it a B+

Kevin wrote:
February 17, 2013

I have owned an XD 9mm for 4 yrs and have run several thousand rds through it. I have had less than 5 FTE's. I blame them on junk ammo (alum cases). I just bought a new XDS. The first rd jammed on entry, after that OK. I blew thru 50 rds with no probs. Shoots great, easier to handle than expected. The grip could be a little softer, it starts to dig in after 50 rds, of course it was only 25 degrees out, so that doesnt help with hand comfort! Other than that its great.

Jay wrote:
February 14, 2013

After careful consideration, and comparison to many different concealed carry weapons from Glock, S&W Shield, XDs and Beretta Nano, I have just purchased the XDs .45... Best decision ever. The quality, accuracy, and dependability of the XDs surpasses the others by a mile. I don't care if it is made in Croatia! Great weapon! Keep up the good work!

Barry Ponce wrote:
January 14, 2013

Robert, well said!!! I own a XD 40 subcompact, XDM 45 and I'm planning to buy the XDS for carrying, I'm currently in Japan but I will buy mine while on leave!!! Love Springfield hand guns, you can't compare the Glocks to the Springfield, Glocks are just name!!!!

Alan wrote:
January 12, 2013

Bought my XDS in Nov. 2012 put 100 rds Remington through it with no problems. Gun is a better shot than the owner is. Love it for CCW.

doug wrote:
December 24, 2012

I have one. dealer did not have one. ordered it and filled out the paperwork. came in in a week. paperwork was back, went in and picked it up. put 100 rounds of hardball through it and 10 critical defense. I like it. Did not seem to kick any more than my 1911 full size.

bobby wrote:
December 17, 2012

I've had my xds for about 3 months now. Never had any problems and wouldn't consider carrying anything else. This is certainly a winner.

Ed wrote:
December 16, 2012

I just bought the XDs & first round jammed in the breach. Next, the slide release lever couldn't be budged. My thumb was raw trying to get it moved. Shot a foot low at 12 yds. Sent it back to factory. Hope they can fix the problems.

Mario wrote:
October 24, 2012

About the sign 'MADE IN CROATIA' and the author reffering to it.I'am Croat from the listed state and things being produced here are of some degree of quality.Get over it.The gun is designed and produced in Croatia (original) primarily for military use (extreme conditions) and is being sold under Springfield due to the joint venture between the named and croatian manufacturer.I met a lot of Americans through military service but non as nearly as short minded as the author of the comment.Visit sometimes,surprise yourself,learn something....

Derek wrote:
September 06, 2012

I've heard mixed results on this gun. Seems that some of the XDS units out in the field are experiencing problems with stove piping, scratches and dings on the extractor port and misfires. This seems to happen when the gun is new, straight out of the box or after about 200 rounds. Springfield says customers need to lube the gun a little more to correct the problem but I'm not convinced yet that this is a user problem.... I think I'm just going to wait and see for a few months before I go out and purchase the Springfield XDS. I must say however that so far I've been very happy with my Springfield XD and XDM line.......

Bill D wrote:
August 25, 2012

Had my XDs for a month now and love it. Shoots well , no issues and compact size make it perfect to carry even in light FL wardrobe. If you really NEED 8 get the 7-round extended mag

Jake wrote:
August 06, 2012

I love my XD .40 & have NEVER had any kind of issues with it whatsoever. It's never jammed or misfired once in the 8 years I've owned it. My Kahr on the other hand I'm not so happy with & as soon as I can find an XD-S it will replace my Kahr. As for the palm safety, if it's that big of a deal to you then pick up a Hogue handall grip. They're about $8 on Amazon & would keep you from having to use electrical tape.

Hook wrote:
July 19, 2012

I just picked one up this past weekend. I put 50 rounds through it. It is accurate and nice to shoot. No heavy recoil like you would expect from a compact .45.

Kevin wrote:
July 15, 2012

Just put several hundred round mix of; Federal, Blazer,Winchester,Remington,and Magtech JHP and FMJ with no issues. My hands are average to large and had no grip problem. It is a joy to shoot. Let me think now.... .45cal 5+1 in this remarkable little baby...conceal carry...if you can find one, get it.

DC Campbell wrote:
July 14, 2012

For those still interested..the Trigger Pull on my XDs is 6.5#.. tested 5 times. An excellent weight for a defensive gun..6 rounds in a 4' @25 yds

Phil wrote:
July 14, 2012

Just got mine last night, looks and feels great. Packing up now for a trip to the range.

sb taylor wrote:
July 13, 2012

Nice gun - I'll buy mine when they're American Made.

John Heple wrote:
July 13, 2012

I just got a second XD in 9mm. Now, as soon as I see one of these XDS on my dealer's shelves, I'm in for a third, only in .45.

DC Campbell wrote:
July 13, 2012

I now have 4 XD/XDm Pistols including the XDs. Frankly I don't care if the weapon is made on the Moon as long as it is accurate and reliable. I have over 5K rds through these guns, mostly. 45acp and not one FTF or FTE. .and they all shoot to point of Aim. Springfield is an American Co.The XDs is a fine addition.

dylan wrote:
July 13, 2012

you peeps are so funny...croation junk trying to copy glock? are you suggesting that glocks are american? As for the grip safety whens the last time you didnt hold a compact 45 with all your might? Use your brain and get a better argument

Mark wrote:
July 13, 2012

I don't care for the PLASTIC guns and glad I got the Springfield MICRO-COMPACT in 45 acp. A little heaver but in the compact size it helps with the recoil.

Gman wrote:
July 12, 2012

Can you say PARA Warthog? Same size, few dollars more though but packs 11 rounds with full 10 round mag. I'll keep my PARA.

John wrote:
July 12, 2012

Might have gotten one of these if I didn't already have a Kahr PM45, which suits me perfectly. Don't understand the guy below who didn't like his & traded them all back.

Robert wrote:
July 12, 2012

Love my XD .45! Now with this new XDs I saving again. Can't wait to get my hands on one!

JC wrote:
July 12, 2012

I'm looking at buying a Taurus PT145. Similar in size and weight to the XD-S but a few bucks cheaper. Have any of you folks done a side by side comparison of the two?

JOE wrote:
July 12, 2012

I would consider buying one except for one thing ...Those letters on the side 'MADE IN CROATIA'

David wrote:
July 12, 2012

McBrides has been selling them for about three weeks. They're selling about as fast as they come in. McBrides is in Austin, Texas.

Darren wrote:
July 12, 2012

Meh, if they made it without the grip safety I might be interested. I guess I could wrap electrical tape around the grip and not have to worry about it not disengaging in a life or death situation. Nah, I just won't get one.

Speez wrote:
July 12, 2012

Good gun, great for concealed carry, I bought one for my girl and she's hammers away on it as a beginner. I like the USP, but this is good stuff.

John66 wrote:
July 12, 2012

Unfortunately SA told (email) me they do not plan to market the XDS in CA because of the features mandated by the state. Too bad.

Bratt54 wrote:
July 11, 2012

Just bought one and can't wait to get to the range with it. Does anyone one know what the trigger pull is? I have been trying to compare it to my xdm40 but can't find that anywhere in specs or manual.

J. Brothers wrote:
July 11, 2012

Croation junk? I agree with Robert Parton. My XD 40 Tactical(5") shoots extremely well. This is a gun worth buying. May be my next. Hand fit is awesome compared against a Glock which I believe are over rated. This guy, Guy. Yeah, get over it man.

brian white wrote:
July 10, 2012

Comments...Well said Robert, the dude needs to get over the Glock. He just likes the sound of the name.

John W Bletsch wrote:
July 10, 2012

I looked at a XD-S my local gun shop has as a range gun for rental. I have not had much success with compact .45s partly with how the recoil jams my wrist and affects my hold on the grip. I will definitly shoot this range gun and determine if I am going to spend my money on it. Interstingly, I have an M&P Shield 40 and the recoil impulse on that is more like a +P 9mm and gives me no trouble with wrist pain. I have owned every model of Kahrs in .45 and have traded every one back.

Robert Parton wrote:
July 10, 2012

"Croatian junk"? My XDm .40 has better than 2K rounds through it, never a FTF or FTE. Shoots straighter than I can, only pistol that comes with Match Grade barrel. At CHL class the only weapon on the range with problems was the Glock, so get over your self, dude.

Allen wrote:
July 10, 2012

Just got one it's an awsome compact gun !

Gene wrote:
July 10, 2012

I bought the XD/S. Love the feel of it and all the safety features. It is a great gun to shoot.

scott norris wrote:
July 10, 2012

sweet.....send me two

Buster wrote:
July 09, 2012

Made in Croatia? NO!! how about supporting American jobs?

terry wrote:
July 09, 2012

Would like to get one, but have yet to see one at any of the local gun shops

Alison Ellison wrote:
July 09, 2012

Is available in California? If not when?

Marc Widick wrote:
July 09, 2012

For a pistol that was supposed to be available in March, no gun stores in the DFW area that I frequent have seen hide nor hair of it.

Travis wrote:
July 09, 2012

The Springfield XD guns are GREAT! My wife and I each have one. This new slim design seems like it would be a great carry gun!

david roberson wrote:
July 09, 2012

Nice .How much does it cost.

William Gehringer wrote:
July 09, 2012

Nice hand gun

Bill C wrote:
July 09, 2012

Sweet looking gun! Are they on the market yet? Cost?

John Griffin wrote:
July 09, 2012

Nice gun! Can't beat the 45 acp.

Bill wrote:
July 09, 2012

I love the XD and XDM but there needs to be at least 8 shots

Guy wrote:
July 09, 2012

Croatian junk!! just another gun that tries to copy Glock Perfection!

Dan Gates wrote:
July 09, 2012

Looks great. I love my XD-M, but think I may have my next CCW.

Larry Dent wrote:
July 09, 2012

I have wanted a sub-compact in 45acp. Now we have one, mine is coming and I can't wate to go to the range !!!