This review critiques modern micro-compact pistol designs, highlighting the Sig Sauer P365 as the industry benchmark for capacity and size. It criticizes competitors like the Beretta APX Carry, FN 503, and Springfield XD-E for lagging behind in innovation, often offering lower capacity, poorer ergonomics, or outdated features. The video emphasizes the importance of manufacturers focusing on genuine advancements rather than releasing uncompetitive products.
The Springfield XD-E, a hammer-fired DA/SA pistol released in 2017 and discontinued in 2021, is critically reviewed as a product nobody asked for. Despite its 4.5-inch barrel in 9mm, the reviewer found it to be a questionable offering from Springfield Armory, ultimately deeming it a 'collectible' due to its lack of market demand.
This YouTube video from the Justin Opinion Channel provides a review of the Springfield Armory XD-E 9mm pistol. The description emphasizes safe and responsible firearm use, with shooting conducted by a professional and instructor in a controlled range environment. The video aims for informational and entertainment purposes, with full disclosure of any provided or loaned products. Affiliate links for grips and holsters are included, offering discounts to viewers and supporting the channel. The content promotes safe firearm practices and provides a detailed look at the Springfield Armory XD-E.
The Springfield Armory XD-E is a niche hammer-fired, DA/SA, single-stack pistol appealing to those who prefer manual safeties and a hammer for reholstering. While larger than micro-compacts, it offers a slimmer profile than many comparable pistols. Its 'Low-Effort Slide' aids shooters with less hand strength, and it demonstrated 100% reliability over 200 rounds.
This video details the installation of Talon Grips on a Springfield Armory XD-E pistol, presented by the Justin Opinion Channel. The description emphasizes safe firearm handling and responsible use, with shooting conducted by a professional in a controlled range environment. The content is for informational and entertainment purposes, with no sales or endorsements. Affiliate links are provided for LOK Grips, Blade-Tech Holsters, Tactical AR500 Targets, and Talon Grips, offering viewer discounts and supporting content creation. The channel also offers a Patreon for additional support.
This YouTube video provides a comprehensive review of the Springfield Armory XD-E pistol in .45 ACP. Introduced at the 2017 NRA Annual Meetings, the XD-E is presented as a versatile, "do-all" pistol. The review details its dimensions (5" tall, 6.75" long, 1" wide), weight (25.6 oz with flush magazine), and features. Key highlights include the Grip Zone enhanced grip texturing, a bilateral manual safety that also decocks the exposed hammer (a first for the XD series), an accessory rail, the absence of the typical XD grip safety, and the familiar bilateral magazine release. The review focuses on the .45 ACP variant with a 3.3" hammer-forged steel barrel and a six-round magazine.
This video from Guns & Gear Season 10 showcases Springfield Armory's XD-E DA/SA pistol. The description highlights its suitability for concealed carry and home defense. The episode likely features range demonstrations and discussions about the pistol's features and operation, as is typical for the Guns & Gear series which airs on the Sportsman Channel and WildTV, with additional content available online and on various streaming platforms.
This sponsored video from Gun Talk focuses on the Springfield Armory XD-E pistol, specifically its new availability in .45 ACP caliber. The description highlights the pistol's single/double action trigger mechanism. The video aims to inform viewers about this specific firearm model and its features. It also encourages viewers to subscribe to Gun Talk Media's various platforms for more content.
This episode of Guns & Gear showcases various concealed carry pistol options from Springfield Armory. The video highlights the single-stack XD-S, the EMP with a concealed carry contour, the double-stack XD Mod.2 sub-compact, and the XD-E featuring an external hammer. Viewers are directed to the Springfield Armory website for more information. The episode is part of Season 9 and airs on the Sportsman Channel and WildTV, with additional content available on Gun Talk Media's platforms. The show focuses on new firearms products, interviews, demonstrations, and training.
This Gun Talk video features Tom Gresham interviewing Rob Leatham of Team Springfield about new firearm releases. The discussion centers on the Springfield Armory XD-E pistol in .45 ACP and new additions to the SAINT series, specifically the SAINT Pistol and SAINT Edge. Links for more information on both the XD-E and SAINT series are provided in the description.
This episode of Guns & Gear Season 9 focuses on Springfield Armory's XD pistol family, highlighting the original XD, XD(M), XD-S, XD Mod.2, and XD-E. The video aims to help viewers find their ideal polymer pistol by showcasing their different features and enhancements. It also touches upon the importance of extra magazines for concealed carry. The description also mentions where to find more episodes and information about Springfield Armory products.
This episode of GunVenture takes the crew to the NRA Show 2017 in Atlanta. They engage in discussions about Springfield's XD-E with Rob Leatham, explore DoubleTap ammunition, and examine a display of movie guns featuring Trijicon Optics. The episode also touches on a gun-industry band night. The GunVenture series aims to explore various aspects of shooting, including training, hunting, and personal defense, often incorporating adventurous side trips.
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