October 15th, 2020
6:12 runtime
Iwas first introduced to the XD-M Elite models at Shot Show 2020.
Handguns like that typically sell for over $700.
Too Good To Be True?
Every now and again, you find a handgun that fits your shooting style perfectly.
Its the fit, feel and impact on the targets that really hits home.
When I picked up the Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5, I knew this was the pistol for me.
The ergonomic grip fit my hand like a glove.
It has a flared magwell for quick and easy 20-round magazine insertions.
The sight picture aligned perfectly, and the flat face trigger felt amazing.
How Elite
The Springfield XD-M Elite 4.5 is loaded with features.
The forward and rear slide serrations are deeply cut and wider than on the standard XD-M models.
The grip is well textured throughout and comes with three backstraps to custom fit the shooters hand size.
It has a 4.5 hammer-forged Match Grade barrel along with a Melonite-finished steel slide.
To top it off, the XD-M Elite 4.5 ships with two 20-round 9mm magazines.
Springfield Armorys quality and craftsmanship are excellent.
The machining, both internally and with the visible parts, was exceptional.
Its definitely a sharp-looking pistol.
Recoil is minimal with the dual nested recoil spring and one-piece, full-length steel guide rod.
It appears when the slide has been charged.
Another safety feature is the loaded chamber indicator on top of the slide.
A chamber bar is slightly raised for the shooter to visually see and feel when a round is chambered.
Range Time
It was the range time that truly sold me on this model.
Right out of the case, the XD-M Elite was as accurate as a finely tuned 1911.
Much like the Springfield Armory Hellcat, the XD-M Elite 4.5 was a smooth and accurate shooter.
My shooting confidence grew immediately with the first couple magazines.
trigger felt great when firing and the short trigger reset was amazing.
Conclusion
The Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 4.5 is an impressive handgun.
Everything from my shooting impressions to the 20-round magazine capacity was all positive.
Its fit, feel and function are first class.
I believe youll be as impressed as I am.
With this gun, you get more for less.
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XD-MElite 4.5"
