Springfield XDM 3.8 Compact in .45: Guns & Gear|S4

Published on July 16, 2012
Duration: 5:52

This guide details the Springfield XDM 3.8 Compact in .45 ACP, highlighting its versatility for concealed carry and home defense. It emphasizes the use of both short (9-round) and extended (13-round) magazines, explaining how each configuration impacts concealability and shootability. The guide also covers the firearm's three passive safety features, ensuring safe handling.

Quick Summary

The Springfield XDM 3.8 Compact in .45 ACP offers versatility with a 9-round short magazine for concealment and a 13-round extended magazine for home defense. It features three passive safeties (grip, trigger, firing pin block) and maintains good accuracy due to its design and long sight radius.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introducing the XDM 3.8 Compact .45
  2. 00:16Demand for .45 ACP
  3. 00:28Magazine Capacity Explained
  4. 00:39Compact Grip and Shootability
  5. 01:10Understanding Safety Features
  6. 02:01Versatile Magazine Use Scenarios
  7. 02:54Accuracy and Sight Radius
  8. 03:45Range Demonstration and Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the magazine capacity of the Springfield XDM 3.8 Compact in .45 ACP?

The Springfield XDM 3.8 Compact .45 ACP comes with a short magazine holding 9 rounds. It also includes an extended magazine with a sleeve that increases capacity to 13 rounds.

How does the Springfield XDM 3.8 Compact .45 ACP handle concealed carry?

The short magazine provides a very compact grip, making the XDM 3.8 Compact .45 ACP easy to conceal. Despite its size, the basic XDM architecture ensures it remains very easy to shoot.

What are the safety features of the Springfield XDM 3.8 Compact?

The XDM 3.8 Compact features three passive safety mechanisms: a grip safety, a trigger safety, and an internal firing pin block. It will not fire if dropped or bumped, only when the trigger is pulled while gripping the firearm.

Is the Springfield XDM 3.8 Compact .45 ACP accurate?

Yes, despite its 3.8-inch barrel, the XDM 3.8 Compact .45 ACP is exceptionally accurate and maintains good velocity. Its long sight radius contributes significantly to its accuracy.

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