People might hate on Springfield, but their guns are reliable AF and very accurate, best bang for the buck gun you can buy on the market. Eats EVERYTHING. Thanks for the great video and your time and resources to benefit all of us viewers!
Glad you liked it! I learned a lot from these tests. I am definitely an xdm elite fam now. That's all I really needed huh? another line of guns to like 🙄😎
The reason for hate on Springfield is just cause of some mistake by lobbyists but the same people who criticize Springfield for that are probably not aware that ruger and s&w lobbied for the assault weapons ban of 1994 and ruger even lobbied for magazine capacity limits
i agree XDm 9 here i’m not selling it 👌🏻 Every Manuf. has skeletons in their closet. Every one. So that’s just not a valid argument anymore. What matters to me is reliability, fit/ease of use for me and accuracy. If all the boxes are checked, it’s a win
My thoughts of trading in my Glock 20 for the new M and P 10mm have Faded. Thanks for the time, effort and expensive 10mm ammo you have put into these awesome reviews, keep them coming!
I feel the same way, I had been waiting for S&W to come out with the 10mm, but I'm grateful somebody is doing the leg work. I carry the Glock-20, I had been wanting to switch to an optics on my EDC, at this rate I might just send my slide to get cut for a red dot
Man I have watched a lot of gun yt channels over the years but this channel quickly became my favorite, you know what you’re doing, and you are a good shot, you deserve to be making money off of your channel, keep it going and don’t abandon it and the benefits will soon come
I appreciate the comments! Posting videos is fun and i like helping out the 2A community with good info😁 No matter what this channel turns into... you will always get honesty and relevant info!! 👍✊ Ill keep it coming!
MAN...I'm really glad I found your channel!! I purchased my very first handgun in 2020 bc I needed protection while camping and cross country travel. Went with a 3" .357 Kimber K6s for the "stopping power" as compared to 9mm and I wanted the safety/reliability of a revolver. Fast torward 2 years and I finnaly admit that the felt recoil is just too much to get back on target quickly. 9mm just does't impress me, so I looked into 10mm. S&W M&P 10mm was at the top of my list until I started seeing videos (including your channel) that put the reliability in question. Settled on the SA 3.8 XDm elite based on reviews. The testing on this video really proves the reliabilty of the SA. XDm is on it's way!! Great job and many thanks!!
As a fairly new handgun shooter, I had no idea of the stigma some people have with Springfield, grip safeties, etc. I’ve always loved powerful rifles and gravitated toward the 10mm caliber when I first started shooting handguns. I fell in love with the Springfield XDM 10mm 5.25”, my second handgun purchase, so when I realized this 3.8” version came onto the market, I bought one as my EDC. Love the round, love the gun, and really appreciate the thorough approach of your review! Great stuff…you have a new subscriber!
Thank you Sir from another Ohio boy, (Dayton here!), I’ve wanted a 10mm for a long time, the ammo you’ve invested has convinced me to buy the Springfield Armory XDM Elite. Appreciate you keep it coming!
Just picked mine up today. After watching this I can't wait to shoot it. My came with the DRAGON FLY but not installed but will be for sure. When I got home my 1000 rounds of 10mm had been delivered. Excited watching your video
I watched several reviews of this pistol and yours was the best. I ordered one with the red dot this week. It is hard to watch you shoot so accurately. You videos are entertaining and informative. Keep them coming.
I have one of the Springfield XDM elite 10 mm compacts, with the hex dragonfly optic. The flared magazine well is removable, and you can also put different back straps on it to adjust it to fit your hand better. I removed the flared magazine well and absolutely think it is 100% better. With the extended base plate on it fits my hand perfectly, not to mention it does make it an 11 round magazine. I have also put a few hundred rounds through mine, and I’m still waiting on my first malfunction, regardless of ammo or velocity. Hope this is helpful information to everyone.
Heck yeah! Thanks for the info! I'm definately going to play with the grip! Thats the only thing that isn't 100% yet. But soon i think it will be. I'm loving this thing!
That was the best yet on the Springfield 10mm. Ok let’s go back a bit. When I first heard about the new 10’s coming out the M&P & the Springfield, I had my heart set on the M&P, I had really high hopes for the gun. But after seeing your review and others on this , I was let down. So I opted for the Springfield instead , and now after watching this I’m so happy I did ! You did a great , awesome job on this video! I haven’t shot it yet , just got it a few days ago and can’t wait. Great video gobble,gobble sir 👍👍
Thank you for watching! You and I were in the same boat. I am a loyal Smith&Wesson fan and didn't know much about the xd line... But now i have a new world to explore! I hope you love yours!
I have both the XDM and the M&P 10mm. I have not had any issues with the M&P with several types of ball and defensive rounds through it, other than feeding with the M&P45 mags. I will say my optic snapped at the screw heads, I should have used the Holosun screws instead of the Smith provided screws. The XDM is rock solid, and the META trigger is amazing. The mag in the configuration out of the box is 11 rounds +1 and 10+1 with the flush plate. For me both are winners.
Just got a new subscriber, this was one hell of a review! I own a xds mod 2 in 45. That gun eats everything I throw into it. Nice to see this 10mm has the same dependability/reliability.
Thank you!! Glad you like it! I love sharing it will you all! They love 10mm! I actually had to send them to the front yard today because they were going nuts and I couldn't talk over them lol
Outstanding display of the reliability of Springfields pistols! The M&P's may be "prettier", but the Springfields eat everything you throw at them. Extremely reliable side arms. I've owned Springfields for almost 20 years. Absolutely zero issues with them! Thanks for the review.
I had a Glock 20 at one point. I hated how uncomfortable it was to shoot, so I sold it. I saw this pistol, and I was hesitant to get it because I figured with it being smaller, it would be even more uncomfortable to shoot. I liked the way it looked, so I gave it a chance. Boy, was I wrong about it. This thing is so easy and manageable. It is a great compact option. Thanks for the review. In enjoyed watching you blow through all of that expensive hard to get ammo.
If you remove the mag funnel it drastically improves the grip. I had the same issues on grip and when I finally popped that wide mag lip off I was extremely surprised as to how much better the grip was with the wide mag caps. Plus you can use the 15 rounders to make a full size grip if you want too. Great video!
This was a pretty good video, those shooting skills are commendable as well... You had me worried on the "Limp Wrist" test though - glad you didn't get too banged up. I will have to check out that M&P vid now.
New subscriber to your channel based on this thorough review. We all want a little “reassurance “ when one buys a new firearm. I purchased my XDM Elite within a week of its release. Ranged it vs my Glock 29 at 10 yards. Fed them 180gr Freedom, Blazer 200gr, Fiocchi 180gr, Underwood Lipstick, Underwood 115gr, Buffalo Bore 200 Hardcast. Both performed well. But follow up shots the XDM killed it. For the next couple of weeks I got confirmation based on other reviews , that I chose wisely. For $599....I CHOOSE VERY WISELY. WHAT A STEAL. Your review was probably the best because of the gauntlet. Never had an interest in the S&W because they spit in the face of my beloved 10mm 35 years ago.
Thanks for watching! It sounds like you are serious about testing also! It is so very important. It is a good price. And it is semi modular with the mag/magwell/backstrap changeability. Smith is going downhill fast.
Nice shooting and another great video. Im really impressed with the Springfield.Wish it didnt have that grip safety though. Thanks for the review buddy!
Wow another great video, not a big springfield fan but this may change things. To al the other big name TH-camrs this is how to review a firearm by making sure it will run that’s what people want to know. Great job
I appreciate your comment! I know it gets a little technical and nerdy but i figured people should see it all. I fell into the trap too many times of buying a pistol off of a real quick TH-cam video. I can't wait to get it until I shoot it and then I can't wait to get rid of it. 🙄 I think there are actually quite a few QC problems with many different companies out there but they don't get brought to the forefront because people don't run the firearm much or not with a variety of food. Sure it's expensive, but what is your life worth? 👍
@@theturkeysopinion absolutely if it wasn’t for your video I would have purchased the smith. Nothing pisses you off more than spending money on a gun that doesn’t function. A 3.8 is on its way as we speak thanks again.
I use underwood 155 xtp but haven’t been able to get any they are always out of stock, so I’m loading some. Just got into 10mm last couple of year haven’t loaded for this caliber. Do you prefer blue dot for a hot load. Also considering 800x but I guess it sucks for measuring charges.
If you take the mag-well off and put the +1 extension on it. It feels way better in the hand and the pinky won't fall off. Also it will fit 12 rnds in the 11 rnd mag. You just have to push a little harder. And yes it does cycle shooting the the +1 off the top of 12 rnds for a total of 13 rounds. Your welcome. Great vid 🙏
Love my Springfield 10 mm so much i bought the 45 acp as well. Love them both and 100% reliable. Was considering picking up m and p just cause I love 10 mm. So glad I saw this video just confirmed my experience with Springfield. Great video very well done
You do a great job on your videos. Your channel is going to do well. Was looking at the Smith & Wesson but now I am going with the Springfield. Love my Glock model 40 but at times I want something smaller. I carry the 10mm for some of my hunting trips. Now if Gunfighters Inc would come out with the Kenai chest holster for this Springfield XDM Elite Compact 10mm with a weapon light option I would be happy. Thats the main holster I always use while hunting because you hardly notice it is there and with it on your chest you can access it very easy and quick. On your waist your pack gets in the way and can't get to it easily. I know running all that ammo had to be expensive so thanks for doing the video.
I hear Springfield Armory has discontinued their old XDM 10mm models, hopefully to introduce a big brother to the XDM Elite 3.8 10mm. I was impressed with the performance of the little XDM-E. That grin on your face after the first mag tells me you were too. The M&P 10 just fell to my "B" list.
I just saw the LW road video on that. I wonder what is coming🤔 This thing is a rock! I'm really happy with it. The M&P 10mm is about to get kicked out of the house. Wait until you see tomorrows gel test video! Its very interesting ...
@@runningbear6391 I'm betting if they listed the old models "discontinued", the new line will be out sooner than later. I'd like something with a little more grip length for a better purchase.
15 rounder #2 on the way! This is pretty nice to be able to go to full grip size and capacity with a quick mag change, then just switch back to go smaller in 1 second.
Smoked this review as well. Im liking this guys look at the XDM. I've even heard lifetime glock owners brag about the internals of the XDM. Especially how they polish the feed ramp. Ive never owned one but that's probably about to change!
Whow, someone said you are a beast handling power tools, I agree 👍, vary accurate, you are a great shooter, thanks a lot, Simply Outstanding review 👏 expertise and detail test, patreons are ready to support your channel.
I just picked up my Xdm 10mm compact with a lot of defense and target ammo. This video just solidified my decision to purchase this over the Smith & Wesson. I held both and chose this one. It felt more natural to me. Not a fan of the sand paper grip. Eats up my skin when I appendix carry. I witnessed this with my Smith & Wesson 45 shield.
@Doc Holliday man, your killin me. I don't want an extended mag because I want to be cool or anything. It's the only way I can get a decent grip on this firearm and hold it while shooting 10 mm hot loads. It's a matter of ergonomics not necessarily capacity. I don't care about capacity much, I carry a revolver or a 1911 all day. Sometimes m&p 40 or 45.👍🦃👊
Good vid and major props to your camera guy/girl. Best shots/views are always from the body towards the pulled trigger then focused on your grip then towards the target & back to your feedback. Might sound corny but that's video ed 201 quality with no hiccups. Keep it rolling
A very good review, especially when it came to the variety of ammo you put through this pistol! You have a new subscriber and I'm looking forward to more of your honest reviews!
like ,,.Mike Honcho...said,,,I have no clue what it is - but your personality, the way you present yourself, the way you explain, show, advise and your overall attitude got me hooked,,,,I was thinking to trade glock 20 for mp 2.0 10mm, but then just by accident started to watch this video,,,next I am going to watch your m&p 10mm video but I already know glock is staying with me - at least for now,,,I am spooked by this coincidence, I think it wasn't the accident at all, It was meant for me to watch you shooting xdm,,,,you saved me from buyer's remorse I would have with m&p,,,,thanks a lot
Awesome review! Looks like this is a better built gun and you're right, it beat the pants off of the m&p. I kinda had my heart set of the m&p but i think ima go with the Springfield. Thanks again!
Thank you! Oh I was really excited about the M&P . Oh well. But on the opposite side but on the opposite side Springfield blew my mind with the quality. And adjustability. I have a few parts coming right now for it.
Glad to see this. I picked up this XDM and soon after the M&P came out and I started having second thoughts. Glad to stick with the XDM. Best thing I did was take the extended magwell part off and just run the magazine as it came. I also put a rubber Talon grip on mine because the grip texture of the XDM was eating up my hand shooting the hot ammo.
I just took my brand new XDM Elite 10mm out and shot it for the first time😁. It was not as snappy as I was afraid of. It ate everything I put in it from practice ammo to Hornady custom and critical duty to federal HST. This is now my new bedside gun. I love it. Have to get used to the red dot but I think it will come with practice, which I plan to do often if I can find ammo. 👍🏾
I've never had an XD or XDm that wasn't top shelf quality. Dem croatians know how to build an implement of destruction for sure!! Great video as always, keep up the good work! Wish I could get me damn hands on some #9 or blue-dot, happy new year!!
Thanks Brad! I'm pretty impressed! I had played with them in 9 mm but never and anything else. The kind of got lost in 9 mm world for me. There are so many of them in that category. I just failed to get my hands on a full size 10 mm for some reason over the years. But I think they have some new stuff coming soon since they just wiped out the full size line. Maybe? I'm low on the AA#9. I got lucky when I found that 1 lb bottle. Hope 2022 makes up for the last 2 🙄
I have the XDM elite but I got rid of the mag well and got the extended 15 round mags. Fantastic pistol, every bit as good as the G20 but more comfortable to shoot. I have a Kimber Rapide in 10mm as well as the G40 with a KKM barrel with compensator but due to shoulder surgery I haven’t shot either yet to compare.
I got the SA Elite a couple months ago - great firearm and handles everything I reload. I like 135 gr Nosler JHP but am having trouble finding those. MY 'plinking round is a polymer coated hard-cast lead bullet over Accurate #9, shoots a hair over 1200 fps out of my 5" 1911...and also works just fine in my SA Elite.
@Doc Holliday It doesn't seem like much of a saving but it really is if you're willing to put the work into it. I can make a case of 45 for less than $210 A case of 9mm for under $200 My .308 is coming in at .50cents per round fmjs or a liitle more for match. Im saving A TON on 10mm, .40,.38, .357, 44, 45c, 454, 460, 500. Seriosly, a LOT. If you shop around you can still find primers and powder and projectiles. Just have to be diligent and you have to spend a couple hours every day working on ammo. .38 special for me: $8 .38 special in dtore $35... still! Was $50! I'm definitely saving money bro. Thanks for watching!👍🦃👊 I just cannot pay store prices for this crap. I absolutely refused to buy loaded ammunition for 3 times the cost still.
Great shooting! I'm not surprised. I own several 10mm's and my XDM OSP is the one that sits loaded on my nightstand every night. That thing is light's out accurate and eats everything!
People forget/don't know that Springfield's handguns are actually made by a Croatian company called HS Produkt, and the baseline models are designed to be used by their military in wartime. And Croatia has been in and out of war a lot in recent decades so they've had plenty of practice making their firearms powerful, accurate, and reliable.
I have this and Its a tank...LOVE the trigger and spot on !! Take the mag well off and even with the 11rd magazines you will like the fit a much better...........Oh 10 times better than my M&P 4" 10mm That's on its way back to S&W............." I wonder if S&W is watching" LOL....they need to step up.
It is a nice trigger. I have definitely going to play with the backstraps/mags and mag well. This thing absolutely crushed the m&p. I don't even think I'm going to bother with Smith. I think mine is just going to get thrown out on the streets... Hopefully he finds a new family. I think we have to give Smith some time. Thanks for your comments!
@@theturkeysopinion it's all I've carried for the last 2 decades or so. Never had one issue with any of them over the years. I have a few XD .40 cals and the XDS in .40 cal and wouldn't trade a single one of them. I'm looking at a .40 or 10mm with a RMR from the Springfield XD series to be my EDC moving forward tho
It seems smith tailored the M&p 10 to factory ammo. Like it or not, 10mm factor ammo is just slightly hotter than 40s&w ammo. Paul Harrel did a chronograph with the two and found 10mm only had slightly better velocity than the .40, as little as 10 feet per second. Give the smith some time, they will fine tune the 10.
I think you are right! And Paul is freaking awesome x 10 !! I will be putting up a Critical Duty gel test today that might blow your mind 🤯 or just make ya say ....ugh huh , yup. It kinda did both for me.
Wow what a Sweet video. My brother and I ran over 500 rounds of mixed ammo through a M&P 4inch 10mm from hot defensive loads to hand loads some critical defense xtp and customs, Gold Dots, federal JHP, freedoms , and even some old school Black Talons and a few others it are everything we fed it without a hiccup. The only thing we thought the M&P could have had better was a trigger the take up was a ehhhh but other than that I love the new M&P It’s definitely a great shooter!
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you got a good one! And I wasn't very impressed with the trigger either. But I never switch out my triggers. It doesn't bother me to shoot stock. I can't believe you shot the black talons! You could trade those for a bag of diamonds. 👊👍🦃
@@theturkeysopinion hahahahaha yeah I bought 6 boxes years ago in Arizona when I visited my brother when he was attending ASU back in 1999 they were way cheaper we only ran a 20 Round box through them. And yeah I’m definitely thinking about using some heavier Buffalo bore rounds and if I have issues I might have to contact Wolfe for a 20lb recoil spring I just hope I dont have too? It seems like some guys have some gems And some have gotten lemons ? A couple other guys are doing some 1000 round tests first range and then big boy brass and nickel. Hopefully it just needs a break in for those fellas having FTF issues. Definitely digging your videos keep up the great work! 👍
Ive had a Glock 29 for a long time a Rock Island 1911 and Delta Elite full size 10mm and was looking for a new 10mm to carry. I was going back and forth between the S&W and XDM until i watched this video. Honestly i liked the way the S&W felt in my hand a little better but decided on the XDM. Once i got the 15 round mag with the extended sleeve the XDM felt great in my hand and is my EDC.
Well just cancled my m&p pre order and ordered the xdm elite with dragonfly. Thanks for making this video. I have been on the fence about my mp pre order since I watched your first video. I watched every other single video on it and was going to move forward with the hopes smith would come out with a recoil spring that can handle the 140 grain screwdrivers. My entire reason for a 10 is to not get mauled by a bear while bow hunting or samon fishing. Smith should not have put out a back woods tool that cant handle back woods use. Thanks again. Hoping you did some gel tests out of the xdm as now im looking for an edc load too.
Glad I can help! I personally wanted to Smith to work out. I really like my other pistols that they have out. But you are right, it just wasn't ready. It's pretty crappy to send people to the woods they'd be there protected. Or let somebody carry this EDC thinking they could get more than a shot or 2. We have Joe test comparing critical duty in all of the main semi auto calibers. And we are going to do an XDM gel test for sure. I want to start with a clean block for that 1. 😉 stay tuned!!
I have a XD that I bought in 2003 chambered in .357sig. It’s the service model version with the 4” barrel I believe, anyway I have had that gun for almost 20 years and it has been perfect, absolutely no problems at all. I cannot tell you how many rounds I have through it. I also have a Hellcat for my ECD and that gun has been perfect as well, it eats anything, Monarch ammo, Tullo ammo, doesn’t matter. Springfield Armory or HS Produckt is a great manufacturer. I’ve shot all kinds of Glocks and have had all kinds of problems with them, but not a single issue from SA. I don’t give a damn about politics (because that’s all the haters have on SA).
Excellent review, thank you. I was looking at this 10mm today and really didn't care for the feel, but with the magwell flair removed it might be just the ticket. Going to sub and check out your M&P review. Keep up the great work.
Nice shooting. The only thing I don’t like is the mag well pinky issue. I also bought the extended mag with backstrap and then it’s too much. Looking for happy medium but for carry it’s fine. Now if Springfield will make the Hi power in 45 ha
I have both the Springfield and the m&p, traveling internationally right now, so have not had a chance to shoot either. thank you for the testing you did and the cost you expended to do so. I will see if I can dump the M&P at cost since its unopened and unfired and just stick with the Springfield of which I have many
Don’t dump that M&P My brother and I ran over 500 rounds of 10mm from hot loads to hand loads out the 4inch and it didn’t skip a beat It ate everything up that we fed it! And we did this non stop for a full hour with 5 mags it even ran the Underwood lipsticks without a hiccup!
I love me some Smith and Wesson, have had many in the past. That being said my edc is a Hellcat Pro and just replaced my original XDM 4.5 10mm with the 3.8 Elite for my hiking/camping sidearm. Springfield just seems to understand what the market needs.
Good video. Earned my sub and like. Keep up the good work. My bet is in early that your channel will get many viewers in next year or so. Keep grinding.
First time loading my magazines, 11 went in fine. I just bought this pistol the other day. I much prefer the XTEN grip/ergonomics, but waiting anxiously for a XTEN with a 4 in barreled assembly. When I run my M18 and M17 from concealed AIWB, it’s amazing how much faster the roughly one-inch difference makes! I do want to maintain the full XTEN grip to facilitate a faster grip…
It's French. Sell-ee-aye and Bell-oh. And nice shooting! You should pick yourself up a Maglula Uplula. They are the ticket for shoving cartridges in mags.
I’ve tested the 180 grain PPU defense ammo. It shot very well. Good shooting video nice targets and Gun. I think I will go with the freedom ammo next. Got to keep my xdm 10 happy.
My M&P 10mm 4inch has been perfect…..not one malfunction with any ammo…from 40 cal to Underwood’s 135 to 180 grain full power loads to anything in between…ear protection required with any fill power loads only drawback
I got the compact and tactical osp in 9mm last year. Unlike other vendors that practically require upgrades or replacement parts to make their guns functional or reliable, Springfield XDME are really good out of the box.
Springfield Armory just makes better guns than Smith......period. I just picked up the XDM Elite 3.8" in 45acp. Already owned the full size XDM Elite 9mm OSP in FDE. Love Springfield guns.
I would like to have the 45! That is my absolute favorite caliber hands down. I'm sure I will be investing in a Springfield 45 now 🙄 , more 🤑gone lol Hello my name is Tom and I am never going to stop being a Gunoholic 😆
I own both S&W 10mm pistols. I purchased the 4 inch first and liked shooting it so much I purchased the 4.6. I haven't shot it yet do to working so much no time. Maybe S&W have improved their pistols since this video over a year ago because my M&P 4inch has eaten everything I've fed it. I haven't used buffalo bore and heavy grains because I'm a city boy so my firearms are for protection against bad guys not bears.
People might hate on Springfield, but their guns are reliable AF and very accurate, best bang for the buck gun you can buy on the market. Eats EVERYTHING. Thanks for the great video and your time and resources to benefit all of us viewers!
Glad you liked it! I learned a lot from these tests. I am definitely an xdm elite fam now.
That's all I really needed huh? another line of guns to like 🙄😎
I 100% agree!!!
The reason for hate on Springfield is just cause of some mistake by lobbyists but the same people who criticize Springfield for that are probably not aware that ruger and s&w lobbied for the assault weapons ban of 1994 and ruger even lobbied for magazine capacity limits
Totally agree!!
i agree
XDm 9 here
i’m not selling it 👌🏻
Every Manuf. has skeletons in their closet. Every one. So that’s just not a valid argument anymore.
What matters to me is reliability, fit/ease of use for me and accuracy. If all the boxes are checked, it’s a win
My thoughts of trading in my Glock 20 for the new M and P 10mm have Faded. Thanks for the time, effort and expensive 10mm ammo you have put into these awesome reviews, keep them coming!
So glad to help!
S&W has a lot of work to do.
And ill keep it coming for sure!
Same!
I feel the same way, I had been waiting for S&W to come out with the 10mm, but I'm grateful somebody is doing the leg work. I carry the Glock-20, I had been wanting to switch to an optics on my EDC, at this rate I might just send my slide to get cut for a red dot
Got the elite but took off the magwell. No more pinky problems
Keep the Glock and buy an xdm. Firearms are tangible assets and investments.
Man I have watched a lot of gun yt channels over the years but this channel quickly became my favorite, you know what you’re doing, and you are a good shot, you deserve to be making money off of your channel, keep it going and don’t abandon it and the benefits will soon come
I appreciate the comments! Posting videos is fun and i like helping out the 2A community with good info😁
No matter what this channel turns into... you will always get honesty and relevant info!! 👍✊
Ill keep it coming!
Absolutely agree!👍✌️
100%
Agreed, this channel is really good!
MAN...I'm really glad I found your channel!! I purchased my very first handgun in 2020 bc I needed protection while camping and cross country travel. Went with a 3" .357 Kimber K6s for the "stopping power" as compared to 9mm and I wanted the safety/reliability of a revolver. Fast torward 2 years and I finnaly admit that the felt recoil is just too much to get back on target quickly. 9mm just does't impress me, so I looked into 10mm. S&W M&P 10mm was at the top of my list until I started seeing videos (including your channel) that put the reliability in question. Settled on the SA 3.8 XDm elite based on reviews. The testing on this video really proves the reliabilty of the SA. XDm is on it's way!! Great job and many thanks!!
As a fairly new handgun shooter, I had no idea of the stigma some people have with Springfield, grip safeties, etc. I’ve always loved powerful rifles and gravitated toward the 10mm caliber when I first started shooting handguns. I fell in love with the Springfield XDM 10mm 5.25”, my second handgun purchase, so when I realized this 3.8” version came onto the market, I bought one as my EDC. Love the round, love the gun, and really appreciate the thorough approach of your review! Great stuff…you have a new subscriber!
Thanks for watching! Glad you like it!👊🦃👍
Great video! Thanks for the honest, no BS analysis. May have changed my mind from buying a Sig 10mm to a Springfield 10mm.
Thank you Sir from another Ohio boy, (Dayton here!), I’ve wanted a 10mm for a long time, the ammo you’ve invested has convinced me to buy the Springfield Armory XDM Elite. Appreciate you keep it coming!
Just picked mine up today. After watching this I can't wait to shoot it. My came with the DRAGON FLY but not installed but will be for sure. When I got home my 1000 rounds of 10mm had been delivered. Excited watching your video
Glad you liked it! Enjoy your new tool!!
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@@theturkeysopinion I'm sure I will. Just hope I can sleep tonight without thinking about it all night
What is the Dragon fly?
I watched several reviews of this pistol and yours was the best. I ordered one with the red dot this week. It is hard to watch you shoot so accurately. You videos are entertaining and informative. Keep them coming.
Thank you! Much appreciated. I hope you love yours!👊🦃👍
I have one of the Springfield XDM elite 10 mm compacts, with the hex dragonfly optic. The flared magazine well is removable, and you can also put different back straps on it to adjust it to fit your hand better. I removed the flared magazine well and absolutely think it is 100% better. With the extended base plate on it fits my hand perfectly, not to mention it does make it an 11 round magazine. I have also put a few hundred rounds through mine, and I’m still waiting on my first malfunction, regardless of ammo or velocity. Hope this is helpful information to everyone.
Heck yeah! Thanks for the info! I'm definately going to play with the grip! Thats the only thing that isn't 100% yet. But soon i think it will be. I'm loving this thing!
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Agreed, have gun also and removing the flare is WAY better.
I removed the magwell and added the number 3 grip. Thats the first thing i did. Night and day.
The red dot capability with the 15 round capability wins 🤷🏿♂️
That was the best yet on the Springfield 10mm. Ok let’s go back a bit. When I first heard about the new 10’s coming out the M&P & the Springfield, I had my heart set on the M&P, I had really high hopes for the gun. But after seeing your review and others on this , I was let down. So I opted for the Springfield instead , and now after watching this I’m so happy I did ! You did a great , awesome job on this video! I haven’t shot it yet , just got it a few days ago and can’t wait. Great video gobble,gobble sir 👍👍
Thank you for watching! You and I were in the same boat. I am a loyal Smith&Wesson fan and didn't know much about the xd line...
But now i have a new world to explore!
I hope you love yours!
Springfield XDm 10's rock. Love mine . Wont own a Smith ever again. Sold them all. Even my 1066 and 1076.
I have both the XDM and the M&P 10mm. I have not had any issues with the M&P with several types of ball and defensive rounds through it, other than feeding with the M&P45 mags. I will say my optic snapped at the screw heads, I should have used the Holosun screws instead of the Smith provided screws. The XDM is rock solid, and the META trigger is amazing. The mag in the configuration out of the box is 11 rounds +1 and 10+1 with the flush plate. For me both are winners.
Good info! Thanks!
It seems people have really mixed results. That stinks that some run, some don't.
Very nice video. The Springfield Armory pistol eats everything even when limp wristing it. Now that's impressive!!! Very nicely done.
You just reinforced muy belirbes a experience on using Springfield from 9mm to 10mm. I love it. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Just got a new subscriber, this was one hell of a review! I own a xds mod 2 in 45. That gun eats everything I throw into it. Nice to see this 10mm has the same dependability/reliability.
awsome videos! 100% info with no filler! you can definitely tell the turkeys loved the 10mm that day!
Thank you!! Glad you like it!
I love sharing it will you all!
They love 10mm! I actually had to send them to the front yard today because they were going nuts and I couldn't talk over them lol
Outstanding display of the reliability of Springfields pistols! The M&P's may be "prettier", but the Springfields eat everything you throw at them. Extremely reliable side arms. I've owned Springfields for almost 20 years. Absolutely zero issues with them! Thanks for the review.
Thanks for watching!👍👊🦃
I had a Glock 20 at one point. I hated how uncomfortable it was to shoot, so I sold it. I saw this pistol, and I was hesitant to get it because I figured with it being smaller, it would be even more uncomfortable to shoot. I liked the way it looked, so I gave it a chance. Boy, was I wrong about it. This thing is so easy and manageable. It is a great compact option. Thanks for the review. In enjoyed watching you blow through all of that expensive hard to get ammo.
Thank you for watching! Glad to give you the good info!
Enjoy your purchase👊👍🦃
Just picked one of these up today, can't wait to take it to the range Monday.
If you remove the mag funnel it drastically improves the grip. I had the same issues on grip and when I finally popped that wide mag lip off I was extremely surprised as to how much better the grip was with the wide mag caps. Plus you can use the 15 rounders to make a full size grip if you want too. Great video!
You are very right! And 15 rounder on the way! Thanks for watching!
This was a pretty good video, those shooting skills are commendable as well... You had me worried on the "Limp Wrist" test though - glad you didn't get too banged up. I will have to check out that M&P vid now.
New subscriber to your channel based on this thorough review. We all want a little “reassurance “ when one buys a new firearm. I purchased my XDM Elite within a week of its release. Ranged it vs my Glock 29 at 10 yards. Fed them 180gr Freedom, Blazer 200gr, Fiocchi 180gr, Underwood Lipstick, Underwood 115gr, Buffalo Bore 200 Hardcast. Both performed well. But follow up shots the XDM killed it. For the next couple of weeks I got confirmation based on other reviews , that I chose wisely. For $599....I CHOOSE VERY WISELY. WHAT A STEAL. Your review was probably the best because of the gauntlet. Never had an interest in the S&W because they spit in the face of my beloved 10mm 35 years ago.
Thanks for watching! It sounds like you are serious about testing also! It is so very important. It is a good price. And it is semi modular with the mag/magwell/backstrap changeability. Smith is going downhill fast.
This review was better than the guys that get sent the ammo. Thanks for going through each type! I’m sold
Thanks! I try to keep it honest!👍🦃👊
Iv been on the fence about buying the XDM but you totally sold me on it thanks for the quality content Sir
Thank you for watching!👊👍🦃
Nice shooting and another great video. Im really impressed with the Springfield.Wish it didnt have that grip safety though. Thanks for the review buddy!
Thanks for watching!
Glad I could help!
Can always tell when someone hasn't actually shot a Springfield when they complain about the grip safety. You'll never even know it's there.
Wow another great video, not a big springfield fan but this may change things. To al the other big name TH-camrs this is how to review a firearm by making sure it will run that’s what people want to know. Great job
I appreciate your comment! I know it gets a little technical and nerdy but i figured people should see it all. I fell into the trap too many times of buying a pistol off of a real quick TH-cam video. I can't wait to get it until I shoot it and then I can't wait to get rid of it. 🙄
I think there are actually quite a few QC problems with many different companies out there but they don't get brought to the forefront because people don't run the firearm much or not with a variety of food. Sure it's expensive, but what is your life worth?
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@@theturkeysopinion absolutely if it wasn’t for your video I would have purchased the smith. Nothing pisses you off more than spending money on a gun that doesn’t function. A 3.8 is on its way as we speak thanks again.
I use underwood 155 xtp but haven’t been able to get any they are always out of stock, so I’m loading some. Just got into 10mm last couple of year haven’t loaded for this caliber. Do you prefer blue dot for a hot load. Also considering 800x but I guess it sucks for measuring charges.
If you take the mag-well off and put the +1 extension on it. It feels way better in the hand and the pinky won't fall off. Also it will fit 12 rnds in the 11 rnd mag. You just have to push a little harder. And yes it does cycle shooting the the +1 off the top of 12 rnds for a total of 13 rounds. Your welcome. Great vid 🙏
Thanks for watching! Much better without the magwell
Please don’t appease the stupid by compromising your own safety. It’s not worth. Great video. Really enjoyed it. Be safe.
Love my Springfield 10 mm so much i bought the 45 acp as well. Love them both and 100% reliable. Was considering picking up m and p just cause I love 10 mm. So glad I saw this video just confirmed my experience with Springfield. Great video very well done
You do a great job on your videos. Your channel is going to do well. Was looking at the Smith & Wesson but now I am going with the Springfield. Love my Glock model 40 but at times I want something smaller. I carry the 10mm for some of my hunting trips. Now if Gunfighters Inc would come out with the Kenai chest holster for this Springfield XDM Elite Compact 10mm with a weapon light option I would be happy. Thats the main holster I always use while hunting because you hardly notice it is there and with it on your chest you can access it very easy and quick. On your waist your pack gets in the way and can't get to it easily. I know running all that ammo had to be expensive so thanks for doing the video.
Glad to help! I appreciate the comment!
I'm gonna re-home my M&P pretty soon i think.
I've never had a chance to shoot the G40
I hear Springfield Armory has discontinued their old XDM 10mm models, hopefully to introduce a big brother to the XDM Elite 3.8 10mm. I was impressed with the performance of the little XDM-E. That grin on your face after the first mag tells me you were too. The M&P 10 just fell to my "B" list.
I just saw the LW road video on that. I wonder what is coming🤔
This thing is a rock! I'm really happy with it. The M&P 10mm is about to get kicked out of the house.
Wait until you see tomorrows gel test video! Its very interesting ...
@@runningbear6391 I'm betting if they listed the old models "discontinued", the new line will be out sooner than later. I'd like something with a little more grip length for a better purchase.
15 rounder #2 on the way! This is pretty nice to be able to go to full grip size and capacity with a quick mag change, then just switch back to go smaller in 1 second.
Smoked this review as well. Im liking this guys look at the XDM. I've even heard lifetime glock owners brag about the internals of the XDM. Especially how they polish the feed ramp. Ive never owned one but that's probably about to change!
Whow, someone said you are a beast handling power tools, I agree 👍, vary accurate, you are a great shooter, thanks a lot, Simply Outstanding review 👏 expertise and detail test, patreons are ready to support your channel.
Thank you! I appreciate the comments!
Thanks for watching!👍👍
I have a 9 XDM ELITE. Awesome gun. May have to go for the 10mm. Thanks, great channel!
Glad you like it!
I don't think you will be disappointed! I love mine!
I just picked up my Xdm 10mm compact with a lot of defense and target ammo. This video just solidified my decision to purchase this over the Smith & Wesson. I held both and chose this one. It felt more natural to me. Not a fan of the sand paper grip. Eats up my skin when I appendix carry. I witnessed this with my Smith & Wesson 45 shield.
I'm glad to see that Springfield figured out some of the issues, I bought a 1911 RO Elite from them a couple years back that had a lot of issues.
Well this one's made in Croatia. Not sure what they do different but I like it!👊👍🦃
Mag Capacity is actually 11 plus 1 even though the Mag says 10 rounds . 12 rounds of 10mm in that small a package is fantastic. I love mine
Thanks!!
@Doc Holliday man, your killin me.
I don't want an extended mag because I want to be cool or anything. It's the only way I can get a decent grip on this firearm and hold it while shooting 10 mm hot loads. It's a matter of ergonomics not necessarily capacity. I don't care about capacity much, I carry a revolver or a 1911 all day. Sometimes m&p 40 or 45.👍🦃👊
Good vid and major props to your camera guy/girl. Best shots/views are always from the body towards the pulled trigger then focused on your grip then towards the target & back to your feedback. Might sound corny but that's video ed 201 quality with no hiccups. Keep it rolling
A very good review, especially when it came to the variety of ammo you put through this pistol! You have a new subscriber and I'm looking forward to more of your honest reviews!
Hey that was some pretty good shooting partner !
We're proud of ya !
Thank you! Thanks for watching👍🦃👊
like ,,.Mike Honcho...said,,,I have no clue what it is - but your personality, the way you present yourself, the way you explain, show, advise and your overall attitude got me hooked,,,,I was thinking to trade glock 20 for mp 2.0 10mm, but then just by accident started to watch this video,,,next I am going to watch your m&p 10mm video but I already know glock is staying with me - at least for now,,,I am spooked by this coincidence, I think it wasn't the accident at all, It was meant for me to watch you shooting xdm,,,,you saved me from buyer's remorse I would have with m&p,,,,thanks a lot
Thanks for watching! Glad you like it!
I would definitely keep the glock if I were you. Smith has a few things to address.🦃👍👊
Awesome review! Looks like this is a better built gun and you're right, it beat the pants off of the m&p. I kinda had my heart set of the m&p but i think ima go with the Springfield. Thanks again!
Thank you! Oh I was really excited about the M&P . Oh well. But on the opposite side but on the opposite side Springfield blew my mind with the quality. And adjustability. I have a few parts coming right now for it.
@@theturkeysopinion nice!😁
This is a GREAT little missile launcher! The XDm’s are badass.
Absolutely!👊🦃👍
Glad to see this. I picked up this XDM and soon after the M&P came out and I started having second thoughts. Glad to stick with the XDM. Best thing I did was take the extended magwell part off and just run the magazine as it came. I also put a rubber Talon grip on mine because the grip texture of the XDM was eating up my hand shooting the hot ammo.
I did take off the mag well. It is much better! Ill look into the talon grips. Thanks!
I just took my brand new XDM Elite 10mm out and shot it for the first time😁. It was not as snappy as I was afraid of. It ate everything I put in it from practice ammo to Hornady custom and critical duty to federal HST. This is now my new bedside gun. I love it. Have to get used to the red dot but I think it will come with practice, which I plan to do often if I can find ammo. 👍🏾
Awesome! And congratulations! I don't even try with a red dot. Not yet.
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Love my Springfields! Never a malfunction Ever!
Thats always a plus!!👊🦃👍
Great review! Especially the long range shots at the end. You made that look easy.
Thank you for watching!
I might have got lucky. I'll have to play with it some more !
I've never had an XD or XDm that wasn't top shelf quality. Dem croatians know how to build an implement of destruction for sure!! Great video as always, keep up the good work! Wish I could get me damn hands on some #9 or blue-dot, happy new year!!
Thanks Brad! I'm pretty impressed! I had played with them in 9 mm but never and anything else. The kind of got lost in 9 mm world for me. There are so many of them in that category. I just failed to get my hands on a full size 10 mm for some reason over the years. But I think they have some new stuff coming soon since they just wiped out the full size line. Maybe?
I'm low on the AA#9. I got lucky when I found that 1 lb bottle.
Hope 2022 makes up for the last 2 🙄
I have the XDM elite but I got rid of the mag well and got the extended 15 round mags. Fantastic pistol, every bit as good as the G20 but more comfortable to shoot. I have a Kimber Rapide in 10mm as well as the G40 with a KKM barrel with compensator but due to shoulder surgery I haven’t shot either yet to compare.
Another great video! Thank you for your hard work and good information. I hope your channel continues to grow into the new year!
Thank you for the comment and for watching!! Glad to help!!
Thanks for doing this…..great lil shooter. 👍🏻
My pleasure! And yes it is!!
I got the SA Elite a couple months ago - great firearm and handles everything I reload. I like 135 gr Nosler JHP but am having trouble finding those. MY 'plinking round is a polymer coated hard-cast lead bullet over Accurate #9, shoots a hair over 1200 fps out of my 5" 1911...and also works just fine in my SA Elite.
Reloading is an art people better learn in these days
@Doc Holliday It doesn't seem like much of a saving but it really is if you're willing to put the work into it. I can make a case of 45 for less than $210
A case of 9mm for under $200
My .308 is coming in at .50cents per round fmjs or a liitle more for match.
Im saving A TON on 10mm, .40,.38, .357, 44, 45c, 454, 460, 500. Seriosly, a LOT.
If you shop around you can still find primers and powder and projectiles. Just have to be diligent and you have to spend a couple hours every day working on ammo.
.38 special for me: $8
.38 special in dtore $35... still! Was $50!
I'm definitely saving money bro.
Thanks for watching!👍🦃👊
I just cannot pay store prices for this crap. I absolutely refused to buy loaded ammunition for 3 times the cost still.
Excellent video! I have a Glock 20 and 29! Looks like I will add another to my 10mm stable! Thanks for burning thru all that precious ammo too!
Great shooting! I'm not surprised. I own several 10mm's and my XDM OSP is the one that sits loaded on my nightstand every night. That thing is light's out accurate and eats everything!
It blew my hair back!
Thanks for watching!!
People forget/don't know that Springfield's handguns are actually made by a Croatian company called HS Produkt, and the baseline models are designed to be used by their military in wartime.
And Croatia has been in and out of war a lot in recent decades so they've had plenty of practice making their firearms powerful, accurate, and reliable.
That Sellier and Belot gave me trouble in my Tanfoglio, but the XDM eats it up.
Hmm. Good info on the EAA! Thanks!
Xdm is a hungry gun!!👍🦃👊
I don’t always subscribe to TH-cam channels, but when I do…. They’re interesting and informative. Just subbed to your channel. Great stuff.
Lol, thats funny right there.
Thanks for watching!! 👍👍
I'm not a big xdm fan, and I didn't want to be impressed, but im very impressive with it in this video!
Thanks for watching! You should check out my latest video though... A sad story.
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Best gun review I've seen, much appreciated. Liked and subscribed.
I have this and Its a tank...LOVE the trigger and spot on !! Take the mag well off and even with the 11rd magazines you will like the fit a much better...........Oh 10 times better than my M&P 4" 10mm That's on its way back to S&W............." I wonder if S&W is watching" LOL....they need to step up.
It is a nice trigger. I have definitely going to play with the backstraps/mags and mag well. This thing absolutely crushed the m&p. I don't even think I'm going to bother with Smith. I think mine is just going to get thrown out on the streets... Hopefully he finds a new family.
I think we have to give Smith some time.
Thanks for your comments!
Absolutely love my XD's
Im a fan now!👊🦃👍
@@theturkeysopinion it's all I've carried for the last 2 decades or so. Never had one issue with any of them over the years. I have a few XD .40 cals and the XDS in .40 cal and wouldn't trade a single one of them. I'm looking at a .40 or 10mm with a RMR from the Springfield XD series to be my EDC moving forward tho
This is the 10mm I have. And the Freedom Munitions 180gr is the same ammo I bought. Thanks for this great review.
You should be good to go :)
Freedom munitions is pretty decent stuff!
It seems smith tailored the M&p 10 to factory ammo. Like it or not, 10mm factor ammo is just slightly hotter than 40s&w ammo. Paul Harrel did a chronograph with the two and found 10mm only had slightly better velocity than the .40, as little as 10 feet per second. Give the smith some time, they will fine tune the 10.
I think you are right!
And Paul is freaking awesome x 10 !!
I will be putting up a Critical Duty gel test today that might blow your mind 🤯 or just make ya say ....ugh huh , yup. It kinda did both for me.
Great video!!! I have a couple of 10mm guns and I was counting the cost of every round!!! Much appreciation for the video!!!
Thanks!
Its like those old cha ching $ commercials lol
Great video, Thank you for doing it. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the video. I was on fence about M&P. Gonna wait on it.
Glad to help!
👍 🤔 good testing that’s a lot of different ammunition. 😊
Glad you like it!👊🦃👍
@@theturkeysopinion my son got one and it’s nice and he shoots it well.
Oh yeah! Like I said I love mine it’s a beast and just eats anything you feed it. Awesome video!
Total beast! Unexpected.
Super impressed 😁
Wow what a Sweet video. My brother and I ran over 500 rounds of mixed ammo through a M&P 4inch 10mm from hot defensive loads to hand loads some critical defense xtp and customs, Gold Dots, federal JHP, freedoms , and even some old school Black Talons and a few others it are everything we fed it without a hiccup. The only thing we thought the M&P could have had better was a trigger the take up was a ehhhh but other than that I love the new M&P It’s definitely a great shooter!
Thanks for watching!
I'm glad you got a good one!
And I wasn't very impressed with the trigger either. But I never switch out my triggers. It doesn't bother me to shoot stock.
I can't believe you shot the black talons!
You could trade those for a bag of diamonds.
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@@theturkeysopinion hahahahaha yeah I bought 6 boxes years ago in Arizona when I visited my brother when he was attending ASU back in 1999 they were way cheaper we only ran a 20 Round box through them. And yeah I’m definitely thinking about using some heavier Buffalo bore rounds and if I have issues I might have to contact Wolfe for a 20lb recoil spring I just hope I dont have too? It seems like some guys have some gems And some have gotten lemons ? A couple other guys are doing some 1000 round tests first range and then big boy brass and nickel. Hopefully it just needs a break in for those fellas having FTF issues. Definitely digging your videos keep up the great work! 👍
Hey thanks for the vid! Looks great. Those limps, wow.
Glad you like them!👊🦃👍
Ive had a Glock 29 for a long time a Rock Island 1911 and Delta Elite full size 10mm and was looking for a new 10mm to carry. I was going back and forth between the S&W and XDM until i watched this video. Honestly i liked the way the S&W felt in my hand a little better but decided on the XDM. Once i got the 15 round mag with the extended sleeve the XDM felt great in my hand and is my EDC.
Great job on the video, the XDM rocked it. If you get a chance try the Sig P220 in 10mm. Great job on the video & great shooting.
Thanks! Glad you liked it!
I will definitely try one out if I get my hands one! I have witnessed them perform pretty well.
@@theturkeysopinion your shooting is really good, do you do allot of dry firing?
I just got the 10mm xdm elite compact for my bday a few days ago and I love it
Awesome! Happy birthday!!!!👊🦃👍
This year I'm moving out of NJ and am closely eying the XDM Elite as my edc.
Congratulations! Freedom!
Sweet review.... amazing!!😉👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thanks for watching!👍👊🦃
Great vid Turk...fairly new to you, but impressed...
I appreciate the comment! Thank you for watching!!!
The Freedom ammo has been solid stuff. Very impressed with there work
This is true
Well just cancled my m&p pre order and ordered the xdm elite with dragonfly. Thanks for making this video. I have been on the fence about my mp pre order since I watched your first video. I watched every other single video on it and was going to move forward with the hopes smith would come out with a recoil spring that can handle the 140 grain screwdrivers. My entire reason for a 10 is to not get mauled by a bear while bow hunting or samon fishing. Smith should not have put out a back woods tool that cant handle back woods use. Thanks again. Hoping you did some gel tests out of the xdm as now im looking for an edc load too.
Glad I can help! I personally wanted to Smith to work out. I really like my other pistols that they have out. But you are right, it just wasn't ready. It's pretty crappy to send people to the woods they'd be there protected. Or let somebody carry this EDC thinking they could get more than a shot or 2.
We have Joe test comparing critical duty in all of the main semi auto calibers. And we are going to do an XDM gel test for sure. I want to start with a clean block for that 1. 😉 stay tuned!!
ENJOY😎😎
@@theturkeysopinion Cant wait to see it. Happy New Year.
@@johnleon2594 Hopfully. Thank you.
I just picked up a XD-M elite 3.8 10mm today. Mounted a FDE RMR 1moa on it. Lots of bears in northern Wisconsin
Rock that 10 mm!😁👊👊
Pistol rocks ...!!! thanks for the video - will be purchasing
Thanks for watching!🦃👍👊
Some nice, accurate shooting on your part!
Thank you!👊🦃👍
Really great video. Keep up the great work, it is appreciated.
Thanks for watching!👊👍🦃
I have a XD that I bought in 2003 chambered in .357sig. It’s the service model version with the 4” barrel I believe, anyway I have had that gun for almost 20 years and it has been perfect, absolutely no problems at all. I cannot tell you how many rounds I have through it. I also have a Hellcat for my ECD and that gun has been perfect as well, it eats anything, Monarch ammo, Tullo ammo, doesn’t matter. Springfield Armory or HS Produckt is a great manufacturer. I’ve shot all kinds of Glocks and have had all kinds of problems with them, but not a single issue from SA. I don’t give a damn about politics (because that’s all the haters have on SA).
Excellent review, thank you. I was looking at this 10mm today and really didn't care for the feel, but with the magwell flair removed it might be just the ticket. Going to sub and check out your M&P review. Keep up the great work.
Glad you'd like to! Thank you for watching!🦃👊👍 I just Uploaded a new video with the xdm not doing so good unfortunately.😬
Nice shooting. The only thing I don’t like is the mag well pinky issue. I also bought the extended mag with backstrap and then it’s too much. Looking for happy medium but for carry it’s fine. Now if Springfield will make the Hi power in 45 ha
Thanks!!
Thanks for the heads up on the extended! High power in .45? 🤔 I would try it!
Fine shootin'! Been wanting a 10mm...XDM Elite may be the one.
Its nice. And thanks!
I have both the Springfield and the m&p, traveling internationally right now, so have not had a chance to shoot either. thank you for the testing you did and the cost you expended to do so. I will see if I can dump the M&P at cost since its unopened and unfired and just stick with the Springfield of which I have many
Glad I could help! I'm sure you could get somebody to grab that M & P real quick!
Those things go out of stock everywhere quick quick quick.
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Where are you located? If close I'll buy
Don’t dump that M&P My brother and I ran over 500 rounds of 10mm from hot loads to hand loads out the 4inch and it didn’t skip a beat It ate everything up that we fed it! And we did this non stop for a full hour with 5 mags it even ran the Underwood lipsticks without a hiccup!
@@svtkilr I'm getting it!!! Thank you
I was so impressed, I subbed..Great video. You spared no expense. All that agree should do their best to help this channel grow...
Thank you! I appreciate your comments!! I'm glad you enjoyed it. I'm going to try to keep bringing good stuff out for everybody. 👍👍
👁️🗨️ C your point. The XDM is flawless 💯
It was purdy nice 😎
I love me some Smith and Wesson, have had many in the past. That being said my edc is a Hellcat Pro and just replaced my original XDM 4.5 10mm with the 3.8 Elite for my hiking/camping sidearm. Springfield just seems to understand what the market needs.
Good video. Earned my sub and like. Keep up the good work. My bet is in early that your channel will get many viewers in next year or so. Keep grinding.
Thank you! Much appreciated. 👍
I will keep it coming and keep it real!
First time loading my magazines, 11 went in fine.
I just bought this pistol the other day. I much prefer the XTEN grip/ergonomics, but waiting anxiously for a XTEN with a 4 in barreled assembly. When I run my M18 and M17 from concealed AIWB, it’s amazing how much faster the roughly one-inch difference makes! I do want to maintain the full XTEN grip to facilitate a faster grip…
Great video, thank you 👍
I have one of these Springfields, it is a great weapon.
Awesome!👍🦃👊
It's French. Sell-ee-aye and Bell-oh.
And nice shooting! You should pick yourself up a Maglula Uplula. They are the ticket for shoving cartridges in mags.
I’ve tested the 180 grain PPU defense ammo. It shot very well. Good shooting video nice targets and Gun. I think I will go with the freedom ammo next. Got to keep my xdm 10 happy.
Thanks for watching!👍🦃👊
My M&P 10mm 4inch has been perfect…..not one malfunction with any ammo…from 40 cal to Underwood’s 135 to 180 grain full power loads to anything in between…ear protection required with any fill power loads only drawback
Excellent review mate 👍👍👍
I got the compact and tactical osp in 9mm last year. Unlike other vendors that practically require upgrades or replacement parts to make their guns functional or reliable, Springfield XDME are really good out of the box.
I love it!👍🦃👊
Springfield Armory just makes better guns than Smith......period. I just picked up the XDM Elite 3.8" in 45acp. Already owned the full size XDM Elite 9mm OSP in FDE. Love Springfield guns.
I would like to have the 45! That is my absolute favorite caliber hands down. I'm sure I will be investing in a Springfield 45 now 🙄 , more 🤑gone lol
Hello my name is Tom and I am never going to stop being a Gunoholic 😆
I own both S&W 10mm pistols. I purchased the 4 inch first and liked shooting it so much I purchased the 4.6. I haven't shot it yet do to working so much no time. Maybe S&W have improved their pistols since this video over a year ago because my M&P 4inch has eaten everything I've fed it. I haven't used buffalo bore and heavy grains because I'm a city boy so my firearms are for protection against bad guys not bears.