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Earl, The Mod 2 and original XD are no different internally. Trigger and all internals exactly the same. The frame and grip are different. Bigger grip bulge and slightly different grip angle on grip. More generous cut out between trigger guard and frame. Rob Leatham from Springfield explains difference on this Y-Tube vid.----------3:45 Differences between the Springfield Armory XD and XD Mod.2: Guns ...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1q4MKl4KSU

Earl, The XD MOD.2 is a model 2 version of the classic XD subcompact pistol. Internally both pistols share 98% of the same parts and are interchangeable. Externally the list of Improvements start with the sights. The XD MOD.2 comes with the same fiber optic front sight as the XDS. Inside of the pistols box is a baggie with extra green & red fiber optic rods. The rear sight is the same one that comes with the XDM pistol. Since this first MOD.2 is a subcompact pistol, utilizing the longer XDM rear sight buys you almost a 1/4 inch of sight radius. Both faces of the sights feature serrations that should help cut down with glare. The MOD.2 features more aggressive take down and slide stop levers for increased ease of use. The new 3D levers actually give you increased leverage and purchase making reloads and field striping a simple task. The area behind the trigger on the top finger groove of the trigger guard has been raised allowing for a slightly higher and more comfortable grip. The