First Shots: -11 Degrees w/ $298.45 Springfield Armory XDM Compact .40 S&W
This guide details a practical test of the Springfield Armory XDM Compact .40 S&W's reliability in extreme cold (-11°F) at an outdoor range. It covers introduction, preparation, live-fire demonstration with rapid sequences, and post-shot assessment, emphasizing functional reliability like slide lockback on empty. The firearm proved reliable and suitable for carry rotation.













