Springfield Armory's XD-S in 3.3": Guns & Gear|S6

Published on January 30, 2015
Duration: 3:55

This video reviews the Springfield Armory XD-S 3.3, highlighting its design advantages for concealed carry. The discussion emphasizes how its thin profile and the magazine design contribute to reliability and shootability, especially in smaller platforms. A practical shooting drill is demonstrated to test proficiency under less-than-ideal conditions.

Quick Summary

The Springfield Armory XD-S 3.3 is a highly regarded concealed carry pistol due to its slim profile and reliable performance. Its design philosophy focuses on creating a dependable compact firearm by engineering it around its magazine and optimizing internal components for size and strength.

Chapters

  1. 00:05The Challenge of Small Guns
  2. 00:30XD-S 3.3 Design & Thinness
  3. 00:46Magazine Design and Reliability
  4. 00:53Engineering for .45 ACP
  5. 01:16Clean Slate Design Approach
  6. 01:35User Reliability Reports
  7. 01:44Shootability and Comfort
  8. 02:07XD-S 3.3 as a Carry Gun
  9. 02:159mm vs. .45 ACP Discussion
  10. 02:25Concealed Carry Drill Explained
  11. 03:09Drill Execution: 9mm vs. .45 ACP
  12. 03:31Drill Comparison and Takeaways
  13. 03:41Final Thoughts on XD-S 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Springfield Armory XD-S 3.3 a good concealed carry pistol?

The XD-S 3.3 is praised for its exceptional thinness, making it easy to conceal. Its design prioritizes reliability and shootability in a compact package, addressing the challenges of creating small, dependable firearms.

How does the XD-S 3.3 achieve reliability in a small frame?

The pistol's reliability stems from being designed around a robust magazine and optimizing internal components, such as barrel wall thickness, for strength and compact dimensions. It was engineered from the start for its intended caliber, particularly .45 ACP.

What is the difference between the 9mm and .45 ACP versions of the XD-S 3.3?

While both calibers are offered, the video suggests that at close self-defense distances, the controllability difference between the 9mm and .45 ACP XD-S 3.3 is negligible, making the choice often a matter of personal preference.

What is the purpose of the shooting drill demonstrated in the video?

The drill tests shootability and proficiency under less-than-ideal conditions. It involves transitioning from a ready position to two-handed, strong-hand-only, and weak-hand-only shooting, simulating scenarios where a perfect grip might not be possible.

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