Looks like the XDs 9mm is here

OCSportsman · May 4, 2013

After reading on the big XD site that some local shops across the country are taking orders, for the new 9mm I decided to check out one of the local shops, yep they have 2 "in stock" 1 black, 1 stainless, listed at $509. Hmmm tempting!

tanzuki · May 4, 2013

All right!!! Now the waiting lists for Shields might go away.

tanzuki · May 4, 2013

You wanna name the LGS?

OCSportsman · May 4, 2013

I just gave them a call, they are not in yet, expected but still dont know exactly when. The list on the web site just tells everyone what they will have, not a current stock. Bummer!

OCSportsman · May 9, 2013

OK it really is here, with a catch NW Armory has one for everyone to handle, and then you can put $100 down on your very own, delivery set for july.

Burt Gummer · May 9, 2013

Since it is exactly the same dimensions as the XDS-45 I don't get the point. Both are meant as pure carry guns. Who would one want the 9mm over the 45acp unless they don't like the 45 recoil?

If the XDS-9 was SMALLER than the 45 I could see the attraction.

OCSportsman · May 10, 2013

Burt I think you answered your own question, Preference. 9mm ammo is cheaper, most women will prefer the 9mm to the .45

206thsense · May 10, 2013

OCSportsman said:
Burt I think you answered your own question, Preference. 9mm ammo is cheaper, most women will prefer the 9mm to the .45

Doesn't the 9mm version also pack more rounds?

Springfield XDs 9mm | The Firearm Blog

ruger45blackhawk · May 10, 2013

OCSportsman said:
OK it really is here, with a catch NW Armory has one for everyone to handle, and then you can put $100 down on your very own, delivery set for july.

GREAT another to ponder!!! :dinner:

Iceman04503 · May 11, 2013

I handled the xds 9mm at nwarmory today and I have to say that the grip feels a lot better in my hands than the shield did. So I put a down deposit on one.

Burt Gummer · May 11, 2013

Really? The Shield is sweet for a 9mm.

Most people I've talked to agree - the XDS-45 recoil is very manageable.

So the verdict is in - if you are a lady or a silly boy order the 9mm :s0112:

I want the most firepower that won't drag my belt down or stab me in the back as I am driving. Same size? Forget about it!

Pandaz3 · Jan 28, 2014

I just got a new XD-S 9MM, 3.3 barrel. Looks the same as my .45. It has the roll pin and came with the two seven round magazines and one extended nine round magazine. I expect that this will become the Warden's Concealed carry when she completes the couses. She demands training to feel comfortable and so we will. We are tentatively scheduled in April if the creeks don't rise.