Springfield Xd9 Defender - Look around the industry and you will find many good weapons. You can also find a lot of cheap guns. But can you find one that combines all these qualities? If you're looking for the best self-defense rifle for the money, the Springfield Armory XD 4” Service Model 9mm Assault Rifle.
Large enough for uniformed police and security, yet light enough for concealed carry, the 4-inch XD pistol is a proven self-defense weapon. It has nearly 20 years of service in the hands of law-abiding Americans from coast to coast. The real bonus is that almost all citizens in all income brackets can afford it.
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The Service Model XD is considered to be the world's best shooter that offers performance at an affordable price.
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The XD Service 9mm Pistol is an excellent example of a modern military pistol. It is well built with excellent accuracy and an easy to learn interface. Images are easy to use on all monitors. When you hold and fire this gun, you quickly realize why so many people are happy owners.
If you need a handgun larger than 9mm for home defense or law enforcement, this logo is the one to look for.
With a 4" barrel and 1.2" width, the XD Service model is perfect for any type of law enforcement. For example, I know of a secret security that makes the XD service model 9mm here in Florida. The agency oversees dangerous operations that include the safety of nuclear weapons. His officers responded to many violent calls. Each time, the XD Service Model has helped officers overcome challenges.
Small guns are harder to shoot than larger guns of the same type. Larger guns tend to absorb more sound, have a larger surface area to grip, and produce less blow. They do all this while improving shot accuracy due to the long distance. All of these reasons make the XD Service Model an excellent choice for a home defense pistol stored in a bedside lockbox. Since the XD has an extra rail, you can also add an extra white light or laser.
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That said, I also think the XD Service Model is an excellent civilian carry gun. A 4" barrel is less difficult to conceal than one that is 0.5" to 1" shorter, which is the length of most "compact" handgun barrels. Also, the extra girth of a handgun is easy to handle with a good heel.
The advantages of carrying the 9mm service model are many. One of the most obvious is power. A single magazine of this weapon holds 16 rounds of ammunition. Assuming you load with one in the camera, that's 17 shots before reloading. That may seem like a lot for a small gun, but as my wife says, "No one ever complained about having too many bullets."
Carrying the XD Service Model also offers the same benefits you get if you keep it as a home defense weapon: full grip, excellent visibility, low recoil, and extra rail.
The XD Service model hides well under a jacket. For an EDC pistol, it offers all the advantages of a large pistol, such as low recoil and full grip.
Springfield Xd 4” Service Model 9mm Review
If you, like many of your fellow Americans, are on a tight budget, the XD service model makes perfect sense. Springfield Armory has done the hard work for you and is now offering this gun to you for the very low price of $339. For less than most used guns, you can own a new XD service model backed by a lifetime warranty.
Because it's perfect for home defense and concealed carry, you can forgo buying multiple accessories and rely on the proven XD platform. This leaves more in the monthly budget for family food and school clothes.
When I test a gun, I shoot hundreds - sometimes thousands - of rounds and look for any flaws I find. I run all ammo and bullet styles: +P, constant velocity, JHP, FMJ and polymer. This was the case with the 4” XD.
As for me, I've shot several XD Service rifles over the past few decades. I had a pretty good idea of what to expect when I went to different places. So, I had high hopes. XD has been delivered. With 760 ammo through the pistol, I had no problems. All weapon types worked well in this gun.
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Accuracy was excellent out to 25 yards. Most rifles can do better than the person shooting the rifle, and that seemed to be the case with my test rifle. When I was doing my job, the gun put them where they needed to be.
Early defense weapons such as the Federal HST 147-gr. JHP, Hornady Critical Duty 135-gr. FlexLock and Speer Gold Dot 124-gr. JHP +P both performed or exceeded expectations. All are fueled and burned with 100% reliability and converted to excellent quality.
One of the complaints some shooters voice about modern rifles is that the grips are not smooth. I agree that single action pistols have a different feel than double action guns, but I don't agree that they are bad. In fact, the XD has one of the best triggers in its class. With a slow rate, the trigger has a short pull and a constant weight to break. I like how it sounds.
An excellent grip allows the shooter to have better control of the gun throughout the firing process. As a side benefit, larger grips allow for larger magazines.
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The biggest concern for some people is the sense of security it gives. Like most rifles, the XD uses a pivoting centerpiece in front of the trigger to prevent accidental discharge. Springfield Armory uses a guard that seems to have an advantage for comfort during long runs. I found the safety comfort very good.
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Another aspect of the XD's design that stands out to me is the shape of the spine directly below the slide. This upper part of the frame cuts deep. While this is mainly due to the reliability of the safety grip, I appreciate it because it allows me to find the exact amount of trigger finger every time I pull the gun.
Springfield Armory offers a wide selection of handguns. From 1911 rifles costing thousands to modern XD-M and polymer Hellcat rifles, the company offers a wide range of options for all budgets.
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In all seasons, the Springfield XD rifle is a proven performer that offers maximum value at a low price.
At the end of the day, though, the original XD line remains reliable and very affordable. For a defensive tool, the XD seems to check all the boxes while keeping the retail price at just $339. For new guns, it's hard to find a self-defense gun under $350 - especially one with the XD's reputation.
For my money, the XD Service 4” 9mm pistol is one of the best self defense pistols on the market today.
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After making many strange decisions as a teenager, Richard was left with two career options: aerospace engineer or police officer. After failing his second year of chemistry, Richard pursued a career in law, where an understanding of covalent bonds was not a prerequisite for success. Along the way, Richard found a passion for writing. So he hung up his uniform and now publishes GunsHolstersAndGear.com where he reviews handguns and other firearms to feed his often angry family.
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