Hi Everyone,
I just got back from the range and shooting my **NEW** (love it love it love it) Springfield XDM C 3.8 (9mm)....thought I'd share my assessment:
First off, I have to say I love my .357 Rossi revolver!!! (Just tossing that in there) Switching to a semi-auto was a completely new feel. But I think this was a great gun to start with for a semi-auto.
The XDMc has very minimal recoil and felt very smooth. I love the tiny trigger reset. Also the travel on the trigger was nil. I was concerned that there would be an issue with the poly body of this gun and that recoil would make it not fun to shoot. This was not the case at all. It was a complete breeze..
It was easier to shoot with the 19 round mag loaded due to the weight of the bullets, but as I shot I noticed it lightening and had to concentrate more on trigger control. My hand was not pinched at all with the extended mag either.
Shame on me, I didn't clean the gun before going to the range. I had 4 failures to eject and one failure to feed. I think this is because of the oil from the factory though. This was all with PMC gold brand and after 50+ rounds. The first 50 were MFS and had no issues at all.
I found this gun to be very accurate, smooth and easy to shoot (in spite of the issues). I love the highly visible sights. I gave it a thorough cleaning and will go back to the range to see if the mis-feed and failure to eject issues will go away.
I looked around prior to purchase to see if it was available without the kit which includes a paddle holster, magazine holster, different sized grips, a 13 round mag and a 19 round mag, a vinyl cleaning brush and gun lock (all packaged in a nice case). I found the gun by itself for $597.00 but when I factored in the $20 for extra mags, it made no sense to buy just the gun. The case is nice and even has an extra spot for a 3rd magazine.
I personally don't like the holster cos I prefer an IWB type, but the include OWB will do when I feel like OC'ing....(which will most likely be never).
All in all, a great gun that is very accurate and fun to shoot. This is definitely going to be my concealed carry gun!!
I just got back from the range and shooting my **NEW** (love it love it love it) Springfield XDM C 3.8 (9mm)....thought I'd share my assessment:
First off, I have to say I love my .357 Rossi revolver!!! (Just tossing that in there) Switching to a semi-auto was a completely new feel. But I think this was a great gun to start with for a semi-auto.
The XDMc has very minimal recoil and felt very smooth. I love the tiny trigger reset. Also the travel on the trigger was nil. I was concerned that there would be an issue with the poly body of this gun and that recoil would make it not fun to shoot. This was not the case at all. It was a complete breeze..
It was easier to shoot with the 19 round mag loaded due to the weight of the bullets, but as I shot I noticed it lightening and had to concentrate more on trigger control. My hand was not pinched at all with the extended mag either.
Shame on me, I didn't clean the gun before going to the range. I had 4 failures to eject and one failure to feed. I think this is because of the oil from the factory though. This was all with PMC gold brand and after 50+ rounds. The first 50 were MFS and had no issues at all.
I found this gun to be very accurate, smooth and easy to shoot (in spite of the issues). I love the highly visible sights. I gave it a thorough cleaning and will go back to the range to see if the mis-feed and failure to eject issues will go away.
I looked around prior to purchase to see if it was available without the kit which includes a paddle holster, magazine holster, different sized grips, a 13 round mag and a 19 round mag, a vinyl cleaning brush and gun lock (all packaged in a nice case). I found the gun by itself for $597.00 but when I factored in the $20 for extra mags, it made no sense to buy just the gun. The case is nice and even has an extra spot for a 3rd magazine.
I personally don't like the holster cos I prefer an IWB type, but the include OWB will do when I feel like OC'ing....(which will most likely be never).
All in all, a great gun that is very accurate and fun to shoot. This is definitely going to be my concealed carry gun!!